Your tour reservations are made at a few of our several partner wineries in the valley, including but not limited to:

• The Brander Vineyard
• Vincent Vineyards & Winery
• Sunstone Vineyards & Winery
• Andrew Murray Vineyards
• Rusack Vineyards
• Roblar Winery
• Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard
• Rideau Vineyard

In addition to the spectacular winery visits, there’s opportunity for exploration of the valley via bicycle, tasting notes and wine pairing for cupcakes, a stop at Rancho Olivos for olive oil tasting, or a jaunt to Clairmont Lavender Farm. It’s easy to have an unforgettable experience in Santa Ynez Valley, just mention any particular interests you have in your reservation, and our guides will do their best to accommodate your requests.

Perhaps you’re already a member at wine clubs in the Valley, or want a little more flexibility with your day: book our Wine Country Shuttle for your transportation needs. We provide your group with pick up and drop off from wherever you’re staying, and a driver for the day to explore Foxen Canyon and Los Olivos area vineyards and tasting rooms.

After a great day tasting in the Valley, you can expect to return to Santa Barbara around 5pm, just in time to enjoy a delicious meal at one of Santa Barbara’s best restaurants. Your driver is even able to drop you off at the restaurant directly if you can’t wait!

Book your tour now at www.winetours-santabarbara.com.

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1. Kayaking in Channel Islands National Park

For the outdoor enthusiasts, a little adventure would be right up their alley! We have the Channel Islands National Park in our backyard. A visit to either Prisoner’s Harbor or Scorpion Anchorage will leave you mesmerized. Our Adventure Sea Cave kayaking tour meets daily at Scorpion Anchorage on Santa Cruz Island from December 21st-January 5th. Our Prisoners Harbor Kayak Tour is available on most other dates year-round. Kayaking the Channel Islands National Park is a fun and exciting way to explore a different side of the park.

2. Go Biking As A Family

Check out this great list of  9 Popular Bike Trails in Santa Barbara to enjoy with your family and friends! Our favorite route is biking from Leadbetter Beach to Butterfly Beach along the waterfront.

Our Mountains to Shore bike tour offers incredible views of the area as you bike down Gibraltar Mountain alongside one of our guides. We stop often to share natural history & interpretation of everything you are seeing.

Or…if everyone in your family is over 21 come bike the Santa Ynez Valley with us on our Wine Country Bike Tour.

3. A Wine Tour

Tired of giving wine enthusiasts a bottle of your favorite? Let Santa Barbara Wine Country Tours take the wheel and send them on a wine tour to the beautiful Santa Ynez Valley, Napa’s So-Cal sister, to pick out some new favorites of their own. Enjoy three wine tastings and a gourmet lunch while learning about what makes our wine region so unique.

4. Membership to a Local Museum

A great family friendly experience is a year-long membership to the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, which also includes entrance to the Sea Center on Stearn’s Wharf and more than 330 other museums and science centers worldwide. An excellent gift for folks who have a passion for the natural world, from planets to intertidal wonders and everything in between.

5. A Gift Certificate for any outdoor activity!

If you’re itching to give an adventure but don’t want to limit the options, a Santa Barbara Adventure Company gift certificate that lets your loved ones decide themselves is a great choice! From surf and SUP options, to kayaking and bike tours, there is undoubtedly a perfect match to pick from.

What are some of your favorite gifts to give? Let us know!

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