For Us By Us Sunday Wine Tour — Intimate Temecula Tastings with littlebustours

Temecula Wine Country sits in the sun-browned foothills north of the Mexican border in Southern California. For Us By Us Sunday Wine Tour offers a relaxed, 4.5-hour loop through this valley, visiting three carefully chosen wineries on an open-seating little tour bus. The route moves across rolling oak-dotted hills, vineyard rows, and pockets of coastal sage scrub beneath the Santa Ana Mountains, giving first-time visitors a compact sample of the region’s character. The tour is built around intimacy. Hosts select boutique tasting rooms and less crowded vineyards so your stops feel like private appointments rather than crowded tastings. At each winery the ticket includes a tasting, and guests often upgrade with additional pours or bottle purchases at the cellar door. The experience is flexible: open-seat departures let small groups mingle, while fully private tours are available for celebrations or focused pairings on days without reservations. What makes this trip stand out is its balance—four and a half hours delivers three distinct producers without the rush of back-to-back stops. Expect a mix of varietals common to the valley: tempranillo, chardonnay, syrah, and zinfandel from vines planted in well-draining loam and clay soils. The landscape itself is a feature: low ridgelines, vineyard terraces, and the occasional oak grove create clean sightlines that photograph particularly well late in the afternoon. Practical notes matter. All riders must be at least 21; wear comfortable shoes for tasting-room floors and light walking at vineyard patios. The tour does not include lunch, so bring a snack or plan to buy small plates at a stop if available. Private tours are a good option for birthdays or intimate groups; they can be scheduled any day with advance notice. This outfit plays a specific role in Temecula’s outdoor scene by offering a motorized, low-impact way to experience agricultural landscapes without needing to drive. It’s an accessible choice for visitors staying in Temecula or nearby Murrieta and Riverside who want curated winery access without the logistics. For photographers, the combination of late-afternoon light and neat rows of vines framed by scrubby hills produces crisp, colorful images. Stops often feature tasting rooms with shaded patios and tasting fees included on the tour; many wineries provide tasting notes and occasional cellar tours. Transportation uses a comfortable insured vehicle with a local driver-guide who handles logistics so you can focus on flavors. Whether you’re trying wine for the first time or hunting small-production bottles, this short managed loop is a low-stress way to sample Temecula’s best without driving. Book seats early.