How long is the tour?

The tour runs about five hours and visits three wineries with guided tastings and a behind‑the‑scenes visit at Somerset.

Is gratuity included?

Driver gratuity is not included; tipping the driver is customary for good service.

What is the minimum age?

Guests must be at least 21 years old and carry valid government ID to participate.

Can I bring my own food or drink?

No outside food is allowed on the bus or at the wineries; plan to purchase food at winery venues or eat beforehand.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

This tour is not wheelchair accessible due to vehicle type and vineyard terrain.

Temecula Weekend Wine Tour: Behind-the-Scenes Tastings, Live Music & Vineyard Views | Wine | Winery

Q: Where do we meet?

Meet at Meadows Village, 31963 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92592 (look for Barrons Market Temecula). Park in the lot and check in with the bus driver.

Saturday and Sunday in Temecula unfold at a deliberate, sunlit pace on the Saturday and Sunday Wine Tour, a five‑hour small‑group circuit that stitches three notable wineries into an afternoon of barrel tastings, live music and vineyard views. The meeting point is Meadows Village, 31963 Rancho California Rd, Temecula, CA 92592 (look for Barrons Market Temecula); from there a Mercedes Sprinter limo bus or a classic limousine carries up to 13 guests through the rolling slopes of Southern California’s wine country. The itinerary balances behind‑the‑scenes access with relaxed tasting rooms. At Somerset you move past retail shelves into the production area: tasting directly from a barrel and sampling six preselected wines gives a hands‑on look at how vineyard fruit becomes bottled wine. Bel Vino pairs a warm patio atmosphere and live music with a selection of six wines you choose; it’s a place to slow down, compare favorites and trade tasting notes. Callaway closes the loop with wide vineyard vistas that are ideal for photos and a final tasting selection while your guide takes care of timing, transportation and photos. What sets this trip apart is the combination of comfortable, chauffeured transport and focused winery access. The Sprinter limo keeps the group intimate and mobile; guides manage logistics so you can focus on sensory work—nose, palate and the subtler stories in each bottle. The tour’s small size means more tailored attention at each stop and the practical perks—complimentary bottled water, help with photos, and a strict departure policy—make the day run smoothly. This tour is a good fit for anyone who wants wine education without the chore of planning: first‑time visitors to Temecula, seasoned tasters looking for barrel‑room access, or groups who prefer a single, well‑run afternoon rather than hopping between dispersed wineries on their own. Bring valid ID—the tour requires guests to be 21 and up—and arrive on time at Meadows Village to avoid missing the bus. Practical buttons: expect roughly five hours on a mixed‑group tour that visits three wineries; the route is not wheelchair accessible; gratuity for the driver is customary. Whether you’re chasing a new favorite bottle or just a relaxed afternoon in the vineyards, the Saturday and Sunday Wine Tour distills Temecula’s strengths—accessible tasting rooms, approachable winemaking and warm Pacific‑influenced light—into a single, easy day on the vines. If you want a quieter experience, ask to start earlier in the day; late‑afternoon departures can be livelier with music and larger crowds at Bel Vino. Parking at Meadows Village is available in the lot by Barrons Market; check the strict departure time and plan for a brief walk to the bus. The tour is not accessible and tipping is expected for good service. Bring sunscreen too.

Difficulty

easy.

Duration

5 hours.

Fitness level

Light walking and standing during tastings; should be able to board a Sprinter or limousine and navigate short vineyard paths.

Wildlife

Red‑tailed hawk
Cottontail rabbit

History

Temecula has grown into a recognized Southern California wine region over recent decades, with a concentration of boutique wineries and approachable tasting rooms.

Conservation

Support sustainable practices by staying on designated paths, disposing of refuse properly, and asking your guide about wineries that follow organic or water‑conservation practices.

Lush Wine Tours is a Temecula-based tour operator that designs guided wine experiences across the Temecula Valley. It offers public group tours on weekends and weekdays, including specialized Saturday Party Time departures. Tours include an exclusive behind-the-scenes visit to Somerset winery’s production process, combined with curated tasting stops at regional vineyards. Lush Wine Tours coordinates transportation, tasting reservations, and logistics so guests can focus on wine and scenery. The company’s core offerings include the "Saturday and Sunday Wine Tour," the "Monday to Friday Wine Tour," and the "Saturday Party Time Wine Tours." Each itinerary focuses on sampling local wines, learning about winemaking, and enjoying Temecula’s landscape. Group tours provide an opportunity to meet fellow wine lovers while visiting multiple tasting rooms in a single day. Guides share practical information about vineyard highlights and tasting etiquette to improve the guest experience. Safety and reliability are emphasized through organized transportation and planned winery access. Reservations outline meeting times and tour duration to set clear expectations. Tours are centered in Temecula, California, making them accessible from nearby cities. For visitors seeking a guided introduction to Temecula wine country—whether weekday, weekend, or a lively Saturday party option—Lush Wine Tours presents a straightforward way to explore multiple wineries and gain a behind-the-scenes look at Somerset winery’s production.

Base locationTemecula, California

Tours offered3+

Specialtyland-adventures

StewardshipLeave No Trace