Grapeline Wine Tours FAQS
Yes. Grapeline offers scheduled pickups only, so reservations are required. Please book online or contact a reservations agent at +1-951-693-5755 as soon as you have determined your tour date and pick-up location.
Grapeline offers departures from most local hotels and may offer a few out-of-the-area pickups for a different rate.
It really depends on the tour you choose. Grapeline offers shared and private tours, typically lasting 4 to 6 hours, depending on the tour and region of your choice. Please note, private tour timings can be adjusted according to your preference; conditions apply (nothing unreasonable).
Grapeline partners with several local wineries in each region. For our Temecula, Paso Robles, and Santa Barbara tours, we carefully consider wine quality, entertainment, crowding, and other key factors to maximize your experience. If you have a specific winery in mind, please request it when booking; while we cannot guarantee every request, we always do our best to accommodate them. For Sonoma Valley and Napa Valley, you plan the itinerary and we handle the driving, though we are always happy to provide recommendations if needed.
Children and minors are not allowed on Grapeline “shared” tours, but are welcome to join your private wine tour. Please notify the reservationist of the ages of any children or minors at the time of booking.
Most wineries serve 4 to 6 one ounce pours of different wines you select from their menu. After visiting a few wineries, these seemingly small tastings begin to add up, making it very important to have a designated driver.
Customers often provide gratuities at their discretion to their host at the end of the tour as a personal “thank you” for a job well done. Typically, it’s around 15% to 20% per person for shared tours. Private wine tour bookings are all-inclusive, covering services, gratuity for your Grapeline driver/host, and all applicable taxes and fees. Any additional gratuity for exceptional service is optional. Gratuities for the wine stewards at each winery are not included and are at your discretion.
Absolutely! The best way to support local wineries is by taking home a few bottles. With Grapeline, you may even receive exclusive savings on your purchases. If you’re traveling, the winery might be able to ship your order directly to you.
Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours prior to the tour date in order to receive a Grapeline wine tour gift certificate or refund.
A gift certificate for the full value can be e-mailed to be used toward any future Grapeline services (no expiration) OR a refund can be issued, minus a 5% cancellation fee. Grapeline charges full fare for no-shows or cancellations made within 48 hours of a scheduled tour. We know this can be tough, but our team needs time to communicate with many different sources already committed.
Yes, Grapeline offers private wine tours for any size group. We have several popular packages to choose from, or you can customize your day.
Please contact Grapeline’s friendly reservation staff at +1-951-693-5755 or info@gogrape.com to help answer any questions you may have.
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