FAQs: Helpful Details


Depending on your group size, transportation may be provided in a luxury SUV or a mini-shuttle. Our SUVs are black Lincoln Navigators, while larger groups may travel in comfortable white shuttles designed for wine country transportation.

Yes. All vehicles used for Paso Robles winery transportation are air-conditioned and designed for comfortable group travel. Windows are tinted to help keep the interior cool during warm Paso Robles wine country days.

Absolutely. Guests are welcome to bring wine purchases with them in the vehicle during the day. Most groups collect bottles at each winery and keep them safely stored in the vehicle until the end of the trip. Your driver can assist with loading purchases so they remain secure between stops.

Maybe. If your group would like to spend more time in Paso Robles wine country, additional hours may be requested for an extra fee. Extensions are subject to driver and vehicle availability, so we recommend requesting extra time when making your reservation whenever possible.

Yes. With our Transportation Only Service, guests are responsible for booking their own winery reservations in Paso Robles Wine Country. Grapeline provides the vehicle and driver to transport your group between the wineries on your itinerary.

If you prefer everything arranged for you, our Transportation & Concierge Service is the best option. With this service, Grapeline plans the entire experience for you, including selecting the wineries, arranging tasting reservations, and coordinating the day’s schedule, along with providing private transportation throughout Paso Robles wine country. You simply pay for your tastings upon arrival.

Pickup is anywhere within 5 miles of Downtown Paso Robles and typically available at hotels, vacation rentals, or another designated meeting point in the Paso Robles area.

If your pickup location falls outside this area, we can still accommodate you for an additional fee. You’ll find a breakdown of round-trip rates below, listed as a one-time charge on your invoice.

  • Downtown Paso Robles (or within 5 miles) – complimentary
  • San Miguel – starting at $90 per vehicle
  • San Luis Obispo, Lake Nacimiento Area, Santa Margarita – starting at $360 per vehicle
  • Pismo Beach, Cambria, Cayucos – starting at $450 per vehicle
  • Santa Barbara County – starting at $650 per vehicle

Your exact pickup location will be confirmed when you reserve your transportation.

It’s up to you. Most groups visit three wineries during a typical wine tasting day in Paso Robles, depending on travel time between wineries and the length of each tasting.

Most winery tastings last between 60 and 90 minutes. Allowing enough time at each stop helps keep the day relaxed and ensures you can fully enjoy the experience.

Drivers are familiar with Paso Robles Wine Country and may offer general suggestions if needed. However, guests are responsible for arranging winery reservations for this Transportation Only service. If you prefer everything taken care of for you, including winery tastings, schedule coordination and private chauffeur service, we recommend booking our Transportation and Concierge Service option.

Vehicle options vary based on group size and availability. Transportation may include luxury SUVs or larger vehicles designed for comfortable group travel in Paso Robles wine country.

Small adjustments may be possible, but changes depend on timing, winery availability, reservation requirements, and the remaining service time. Your driver-host will do their best to help the day run smoothly, but same-day changes or additions may affect the schedule and may be billed to the primary account on file.

Have more questions? Visit our general FAQs page or contact us!