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Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle 5 hr

TourTruth score 6.8 out of 10

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12 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • Santa Barbara
  • 5 hrs
  • Updated November 1, 2026

Explore Santa Ynez Valley vineyards, visit up to three wineries, and hear local wine-country stories with convenient area pickup.

About this tour

Explore the sunlit vineyards of the Santa Ynez Valley on a Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle, with a guide sharing the stories behind the region’s wine country. Choose from a selection of local wineries and visit up to three stops, with time to sample wines and enjoy a lunch break along the way.

Pickup is available from most accommodations in Santa Barbara and the Santa Ynez Valley. The day typically begins between 9:30 and 10:45 AM, with winery visits starting late morning. Tastings and lunch are at your own expense, so you can choose what to try at each stop. Between visits, hear about local history, culture, and winemaking as the valley’s vineyard scenery unfolds outside the shuttle.

The tour usually wraps up by 4 PM, returning to town around 5 PM. Bring a valid ID, and remember that guests must be at least 21 to consume alcohol. Book the Santa Ynez Wine Shuttle for an easygoing day of winery discoveries and regional stories.

Highlights

  • Admire the rolling vineyards of the Santa Ynez Valley
  • Visit up to three wineries and choose from a selection of local stops
  • Learn about regional history, culture, and winemaking from your guide
  • Enjoy time for winery tastings and a lunch stop

What's included

Included

  • Pickup and drop-off from Santa Barbara or the Santa Ynez Valley
  • Guide

Not included

  • Wine tasting fees
  • Lunch
  • Tips; 15–20% is recommended

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Important information

  • You must be 21 or older to consume alcohol
  • Bring a passport or ID card
  • Hotel pickup is available from most accommodations in Santa Barbara or the Santa Ynez Valley
  • If you do not need hotel pickup or are staying elsewhere, meet at the Santa Barbara Visitor Center, 1 Garden St.; parking fees may apply
  • Pickup is generally between 9:30 and 10:45 AM; your time will be confirmed by phone or email the day before
  • The tour usually finishes by 4 PM, with return to town around 5 PM

Frequently asked questions

How many wineries will we visit?

The tour visits up to three wineries in the Santa Ynez Valley.

Are Wine tastings included?

No. Tasting fees are not included.

Is lunch included?

No. Lunch is not included.

Where is pickup available?

Pickup is available from most hotels and private accommodations in Santa Barbara or the Santa Ynez Valley. You can also meet at the Santa Barbara Visitor Center.

What is the minimum age to drink alcohol?

You must be 21 or older to consume alcohol.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.52 from 12 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 6.8.

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