easy
5–6 hours
Suitable for all fitness levels, mostly involving light walking between venues
Explore the heart of Virginia’s Piedmont on the Gordonsville Hop On Public Tour, a flexible tasting trip featuring local breweries and vineyards. Perfect for lovers of craft beer, wine, and Civil War history, this tour combines culture, flavors, and ease of travel from Charlottesville.
From $79.50 per person • Ages 21+ • 6-7 Hours • 3 Stop Extended Public Beverage Tour
Experience the charm of Gordonsville, Virginia, on a flexible beer and wine tour. Enjoy round-trip transportation from Charlottesville, visiting three unique destinations, each with extended time to savor local flavors. With options like vineyards and breweries, this tour promises a memorable day of exploration and relaxation in a historic setting.
The area's most affordable and flexible way to have extended time exploring the best of the beautiful, historic, small town of Gordonsville, Virginia. The tour begins in Charlottesville with a complimentary pickup from your pre-selected hotel or from Three Notch'd Brewing Company @ IX Art Park.
The group will take a short 30 minute ride as a whole to begin the route with your choice of Barboursville Vineyards, The Barn at 678 Vineyard, Horton Vineyards, or Patch Brewing Co where you will spend 1-hour at your first destination.
Next, you'll have the option to pick Patch Brewing Co, Barbeque Exchange, Well Hung Vineyards, or Gordonsville Ice House to enjoy 1.5 hours at your second destination.
Finally, your choices are Patch Brewing Co, Castle Hill Cider, or Merrie Mill Farm & Vineyards to enjoy another 1.5 hours at your last destination.
After the last stop, you'll hop on and head back to Charlottesville where you'll hop off at Three Notch'd Brewing or your original pickup location.
$79.50 per person (Ages 21+)
For Three Notch'd pickups ONLY
Three Notch'd Brewing Company
We'll pick you up at the stop light behind Three Notch'd Brewery. Feel free to park anywhere suitable in the IX Complex.
11AM
6 hours (3 Stops- 2 Extended)
1st stop- 1 hour/2nd & 3rd stops- 1.5 hours
Round trip transportation to all destinations. Complimentary pick up at select hotels and anywhere within Charlottesville City limits for groups 6 or larger (Call 434-218-3565 to confirm).
ALL cancellations incur a $5 cancellation service fee per seat. If the cancellation is made 48 hours or more prior to the start of the tour, we encourage you to reschedule for another day or take a full refund (minus the cancellation service fee and online booking service fee). If its within 24-48 hours you'll have the option to re-book once for another date. If within 24 hours, it is nonrefundable nor re-bookable.
While not required, a minimum $5-$10 per person additional gratuity to the driver is suggested.
Activity takes place rain or shine. Be prepared for inclement weather. You WILL be outside.
All tour participants must be ages 21 and up with valid ID.
Tours are public and you will accompany an average of 6-8 other participants depending on your own party size. Groups of 6 or more are encouraged to reach out to each destination after they decide on their own itinerary. The bus runs on an hour loop and will not wait for participants past the scheduled departure time.
Food, tastings, and driver gratuities.
We require at least 6 total tour participants to operate. Not 6 in your group, just 6 total people to run the tour.
Due to operation limitations at select destinations, groups of 6 or more may not be able to be served tasting flights at all destinations. Bottle and by the glass sales are welcomed.
Open alcohol not permitted.
Don't be that guy or girl. Any bodily fluids will incur a $350 cleaning fee and any additional fees incurred for cleaning and/or repairs.
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This popular tour fills up quickly, especially on weekends, so reserve your spot early to avoid disappointment.
You’ll be on your feet moving between tasting spots, so bring supportive footwear for uneven surfaces.
Take advantage of the round-trip shuttle from Charlottesville to fully enjoy tastings without worrying about driving.
Keep hydrated and snack between stops to comfortably sample multiple wines and beers throughout the day.
Gordonsville played a strategic role during the Civil War as a key railroad junction, shaping its development and culture.
Local vineyards and breweries focus on sustainable practices including water conservation and organic farming to preserve the Piedmont landscape.
Ideal for moving easily through vineyards and breweries' tasting rooms.
Spring weather can be unpredictable, so layer up for chilly mornings or evenings.
spring specific
Protect your skin during outdoor vineyard visits under summer sun.
summer specific
Stay hydrated between tastings with fresh water on hand.