Ride through a canyon to a cliff-top ocean lookout, then spend the afternoon tasting wines in the Santa Ynez Valley. This private six-hour tour pairs a 90‑minute coastal horseback ride with two curated winery tastings and door-to-door transport from Santa Barbara.
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You start on horseback with the ocean tugging at the edge of your view: palms and canyon oaks frame a dirt track that climbs beside a seasonal stream, the horse’s hooves beating a steady rhythm as the trail opens to a coastal lookout where the Pacific and the Channel Islands sit like low, blue ships on the horizon.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6–7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most activity levels; brief periods of sitting in the saddle and light mounting/dismounting required.
Wildlife
History
The Santa Ynez Valley blends Chumash ancestral lands and 19th‑century Spanish and Mexican ranchos, later evolving into a modern boutique wine region in the late 20th century.
Conservation
Respect riparian zones and stay on designated trails to protect fragile streamside vegetation; wineries in the valley increasingly use sustainable practices to reduce water and pesticide use.
Reserve your spot on the Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting Tour today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring ID for tastings
You must be 21+ and carry government-issued ID to participate in wine tastings; keep it handy during winery visits.
Wear closed-toe, low-heel shoes
Closed-toe shoes with a small heel help keep your foot in the stirrup and protect toes on the ranch trail.
Tell them your weight when booking
Operators use weight to match riders to horses—provide accurate information to ensure safe pairing.
Layer for coastal microclimates
Morning fog and afternoon sun can create wide temperature swings—bring a light jacket you can stow in the van.
Closed-toe shoes with low heel
Keeps feet secure in stirrups and protects toes on ranch terrain.
Government-issued photo ID
Required for all alcohol tastings (minimum age 21).
Light layered jacket
Protects against coastal fog and cool morning temperatures; easy to remove when warm.
spring
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Protects skin and eyes from strong afternoon sun on exposed overlooks.
summer