Travel from Santa Barbara into the broad bowls of the Santa Ynez Valley on a private 3-stop wine tour with lunch included. Ride in a Rivian R1S or an executive coach while tasting cool-climate reds and whites in Solvang, Buellton, Lompoc, or Santa Ynez.
Travel from Santa Barbara into the broad bowls of the Santa Ynez Valley on a private 3-stop wine tour with lunch included. Ride in a Rivian R1S or an executive coach while tasting cool-climate reds and whites in Solvang, Buellton, Lompoc, or Santa Ynez.
The morning air carries the scent of crushed grape and Pacific salt as your driver lifts off from Santa Barbara County and the road opens into the wide, sun-softened bowls of the Santa Ynez Valley.
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Operated by Next Adventure 805 · Solvang, California
The morning air carries the scent of crushed grape and Pacific salt as your driver lifts off from Santa Barbara County and the road opens into the wide, sun-softened bowls of the Santa Ynez Valley.
Vine rows pass like ordered waves; oaks lean toward the sky as if to observe. This private wine-country tour moves at a measured pace — about 4–6 hours — visiting three tasting rooms in Lompoc, Buellton, Solvang, or Santa Ynez, with a gourmet lunch at one stop. Choose a Rivian R1S for a small-group, luxury feel or an executive coach for larger parties; tasting fees and bottled water are included.
The valley has roots in Mission-era agriculture and Chumash lands, and its mixed soils — coastal alluvium, sand, and pockets of limestone — nurture cool-climate varieties. Solvang’s Danish architecture and Buellton’s roadside diners contrast with remote Lompoc tasting rooms built into former industrial spaces, giving each stop a different character.
Expect low-impact walking between tasting rooms, informal cellar notes from hosts, and sun that can intensify on exposed terraces. The tour operator typically starts around 10:00 a.m. and can add stops like Ostrichland USA or Los Olivos on request; plan pick-up and drop-off locations in advance.
Practical pointers: bring government ID, dress in layers for coastal breeze and inland warmth, hydrate between tastings, and confirm any dietary needs before booking. Tipping drivers and tasting-room staff is customary. With a private vehicle and pre-arranged tastings, this is an efficient way to sample the region’s varietals without the logistics stress.
The private tour visits three wineries with tasting fees and lunch included; total time is typically 4–6 hours depending on driving time and group pace.
Yes — the itinerary is customizable. Coordinate additional stops with your driver the day of or when booking; extra stops may incur fees.
Options include a Rivian R1S for up to five passengers or a 13-passenger executive coach for larger groups; choose based on party size and comfort preferences.
Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund; tours may be canceled for bad weather according to the operator’s policy.
Next Adventure 805 operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.




The morning air carries the scent of crushed grape and Pacific salt as your driver lifts off from Santa Barbara County and the road opens into the wide, sun-softened bowls of the Santa Ynez Valley.
The morning air carries the scent of crushed grape and Pacific salt as your driver lifts off from Santa Barbara County and the road opens into the wide, sun-softened bowls of the Santa Ynez Valley.
Vine rows pass like ordered waves; oaks lean toward the sky as if to observe. This private wine-country tour moves at a measured pace — about 4–6 hours — visiting three tasting rooms in Lompoc, Buellton, Solvang, or Santa Ynez, with a gourmet lunch at one stop. Choose a Rivian R1S for a small-group, luxury feel or an executive coach for larger parties; tasting fees and bottled water are included.
The valley has roots in Mission-era agriculture and Chumash lands, and its mixed soils — coastal alluvium, sand, and pockets of limestone — nurture cool-climate varieties. Solvang’s Danish architecture and Buellton’s roadside diners contrast with remote Lompoc tasting rooms built into former industrial spaces, giving each stop a different character.
Expect low-impact walking between tasting rooms, informal cellar notes from hosts, and sun that can intensify on exposed terraces. The tour operator typically starts around 10:00 a.m. and can add stops like Ostrichland USA or Los Olivos on request; plan pick-up and drop-off locations in advance.
Practical pointers: bring government ID, dress in layers for coastal breeze and inland warmth, hydrate between tastings, and confirm any dietary needs before booking. Tipping drivers and tasting-room staff is customary. With a private vehicle and pre-arranged tastings, this is an efficient way to sample the region’s varietals without the logistics stress.