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Fredericksburg Wine Tour Experience

Texas Tipsy Tours offers luxury Fredericksburg wine tours from Austin , Fredericksburg , and Dripping Springs .

The Fredericksburg Area 

Fredericksburg, Texas, is a charming German town that attracts most visitors to the Texas wine region. Fredericksburg offers excellent history, dining, shopping, and tasting rooms on Main Street and Fredericksburg. Saturdays are bustling with tourists coming for the day or staying in town through the weekend. We have included several other cities close to Fredericksburg within this larger area, including Stonewall and Hye, Texas, less than 30 minutes from downtown Fredericksburg. 

For reference, the Fredericksburg area is about one and a half hours from Downtown Austin.

Texas Tipsy Tours’ Featured Fredericksburg Wine Tours:

Each of our Fredericksburg Wine Tours visits two or three premium wineries on the Texas Wine Trail. On each tour, your tastings are included, reservations are made, and you will receive a detailed itinerary. Thus, you can rest assured you will enjoy your day celebrating and drinking wine, rather than worrying about the details. 

Half-Day Fredericksburg Tour

This experience includes a set itinerary, with tastings at two of our most popular locations.

Note: Pick-up Must be within 2 miles of the Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau, 302 E Austin St, Fredericksburg, TX 78624

10:00 am- Pick up Downtown Fredericksburg Becker Vineyards- tastings included The Edge- tastings included 1:30 pm- Drop off Downtown Fredericksburg

Note: Locations could change based on availability.

6-8 people: $185/person + 15% gratuity 9-13 people: $145/person + 15% gratuity

2:30 pm- Pick up Downtown Fredericksburg Texas Wine Collective- tastings included Salvation Spirits- cocktail included 6:00 pm- Drop Off

Full-Day Fredericksburg Tours

This includes your tastings at  three  wineries from our list of recommendations below and six hours of transportation from pick-up to drop-off in Fredericksburg. 

*Don’t see your choice of a winery in our list below? Email  [email protected],  and we will do our best to accommodate you!

Additional time can be added to your tour for an additional cost.  This experience allows for the customization of your tour.

Eight-Hour Fredericksburg Tour

Pick up and drop off in Austin or surrounding areas*.

2-3 people: $375/person + 15% gratuity 4-5 people: $265/person + 15% gratuity 6-8 people: $240/person + 15% gratuity 9-13 people: $205/person + 15% gratuity

Get $10 off your private tours for groups every day (excluding Saturday).

Six-Hour Fredericksburg Tour

Pick up and drop off in Fredericksburg.

2-3 people: $340/person + 15% gratuity 4-5 people: $245/person + 15% gratuity 6-8 people: $225/person + 15% gratuity 9-13 people: $195/person + 15% gratuity

What’s Included?

Note: At The Speakeasy at Salvation Spirits, a cocktail will be included in lieu of tastings.

Private Transportation-  Your driver/guide will be with your group for the length of the tour, so you won’t ever be stranded at the wineries. Our Fredericksburg Tours are private tours that pick you up and drop you off at your hotel or BnB in a luxury vehicle.

2-5 people: Lincoln Navigator SUV ( Note: not available for our 1/2 day tours ) 6-14 people: Mercedes Sprinter * Option to upgrade to a Mercedes Sprinter Limo (max of 11 )

Cooler-  An ice chest with water will be provided. You are welcome to bring snacks or meals for the ride and the wineries. Wanting to kick off your tour with a mimosa? Beer, wine, and champagne are also allowed on the vehicle!

Custom Pick Up/Drop Off- 

We will pick you up at your hotel or BnB in Fredericksburg*, Austin, and Hill Country.  *Additional travel fees outside of Austin and Fredericksburg may apply. See our “ travel fees guide ” or email  [email protected]  to inquire.

Pickups in surrounding areas may be an additional fee.  We also offer your choice of pick-up times so that we can work around your weekend plans.

* Note Four-Hour Tours: Pick-up Must be within 2 miles of the Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau, 302 E Austin St, Fredericksburg, TX 78624. Timing can not be adjusted.

Fredericksburg Wine Tours: Premium Wineries

Wineries for all group sizes:.

We do our best to accommodate all requests for our six-hour and eight-hour Fredericksburg wine tours. However, we are limited to the wineries’ restrictions for all visitors and tour groups. The following wineries are better able to accommodate groups of all sizes.

Becker Vineyards

Becker Vineyards Estate Tasting Room was opened to the public in 1996. The large estate winery produces a large variety of wines, very well-known in the Texas wine industry. Becker Vineyards is sure to have wine for everyone at your party. Becker does not do set tasting menus, and instead offers you tasting tokens to try what you prefer! You can do your tastings standing at the indoor bar, outdoor bar, or seated at the tables under the covered patio. You will take your token up to either tasting bar to get your next sample. 

Note: it can get very crowded, we recommend visiting this location first on your tour (and on a Friday, if possible!). The grounds are beautiful, we also recommend adding on more time to your tour to spend more time here with a glass of wine (not included) following your tasting. 

Additionally, Becker offers complimentary wine tours. If you are interested in visiting for the complimentary tour, please let our team know. Additional time is required.

Slate Theory

A unique, artistic winery with upscale, cozy seating and the largest underground cave (additional fees apply)!

* Private Cave Tastings (upgrade fee of $35/person)*

Enjoy your tastings at one a unique private table in Slate Theory’s underground cellar

* Production Tour: Max of 10-15 * (upgrade fee of $25/person)

Upgrade to the Slate Theory Production Tour: Enjoy a tasting of three wines and a walking tour of their production facility and underground barrel cellar.

Please inquire with Texas Tipsy Tours staff about the possibility of upgrading to this experience.

Cancellation Note: If you select Slate Theory, a $10/person cancellation fee will be applied if you need to cancel or drop your number.

William Chris Wines

William Chris Winery is a proud supporter of producing 100% Texas-grown fruit that showcases Texas’ terroir, or sense of place. William Chris is not afraid to experiment and have fun with their wine, showcasing many different varieties and styles- including blends, single varietals, sparkling wine, pet-nat, and dessert wine! The winery excels in customer-service, greeting you on Saturdays at check-in with a glass of wine while you wait for your tasting. You will want to stick around and enjoy William Chris’ beautiful grounds with a glass of wine and their charcuterie board. Also offering add on experiences including a food and wine pairing or VIP tour and tasting. 

Tastings are held at one of their many tasting bars inside. 

* Groups of 6 Max Saturdays |Groups of 12 Max Sunday-Friday

* Upgrade to a wine + food pairing for an additional $50/person Note: an additional 30 minutes is required. Our admin team will contact you with the updated cost if additional time is required on your itinerary.

* Upgrade to a cellar tasting for an intimate, educational experience for an additional $20/person | Max of 8 guests (limited availability)

* Option to reserve a picnic lunch + wine bottles to share in place of one of your wine tastings. Each house-made lunch includes a gourmet sandwich, salad, fresh fruit, Rambler sparkling waters and something sweet. / + $30/person

Featured Wine: Mourvedre

This experience is outside at one of their tables. They do have some tables under their covered patio, and almost all are shaded. 

Meirestone Vineyards​

Meierstone Vineyards is a newer winery to the Texas wine scene, but the family-owned winery has deep Texas roots.

The tasting room is located on their fifth-generation, 555-acre Ranch.

They believe in making “small-batch, premium wine using sustainable process wherever possible”, which results in elevated wine that showcases the Texas terroir.

The tasting room is intimate, and located inside a beautifully converted barn.

Please note Meirestone’s tasting room is in a beautifully converted barn. We recommend visiting in the spring and the fall, as it can get toasty in the summertime!

Sandy Road Vineyards

Sandy Road Vineyards is a quaint winery off the beaten-path. Sandy Road wines are produced from long time wine associate winemaker at Ron Yates Wines and Spicewood Vineyards.

The vineyards are family owned and operated. You will enjoy tasting beautiful wines and educational tasting experience in the treehouse, with views overlooking the vineyard.

Please note that this experience is entirely outside, and while shaded by large oak trees, it is weather dependent. If it rains, you will do your wine tastings on their covered porch.

Ab Astris Winery

Ab Astris Winery is a family-owned boutique winery off the beaten path, featuring a modern tasting room overlooking their beautiful grounds, studded with oak trees. Their vineyards were established in 2018 (featuring Tannat, Souzao, Clairette Blanche, Petite Sirah, and Montepulciano), and they produce quality wines with Texas-grown fruit from their vineyard, as well as acclaimed Newsom Vineyards and Reddy Vineyards. 

* Groups of 10 Max

Please note: Must visit at 12 or 12:30 PM. Groups over 6-10 may receive a pre-poured tasting of four wines (based on how busy it is). A hostess will still come and explain the wines. 

Food can be enjoyed at tables in the oak grove before or after the tastings.

Barons Creek Vineyards

A bachelorette party’s dream winery! Baron’s Creek is modeled after an Italian Tuscan villa with an elaborately designed tasting room, as well as a beautiful covered patio, landscaped lawn, and water fountains. Barons offer a choice of red, white, or mixed tastings with a variety of wines, making this an ideal selection for any group. Plus, the winery serves up some great pizza, making it a great stop for lunch.

Great stop for lunch, featuring pizza, Mediterranean boards and more.  See menu. 

12 Fires Winery

12 Fires Winery & Vineyard produces rustic, yet sophisticated wines made with 100% Texas grapes. Their new tasting room in Hye, is beautifully done with a modern Texas flair. The porch is ideal for an afternoon of sipping wine.

Tastings will be at their indoor, standing bar, or if you are a smaller group, at a small table inside the winery.

PS. Texas A&M Aggies add this to your “must visit” list, as the team has embraced their Aggie roots. Grab a bottle of “Whoop” sparkling wine to celebrate the occasion! 

Adega Vinho Winery

Adega Vinho is a family-owned vineyard and tasting room, concentrating on growing Portuguese varietals in our vineyard, such as Touriga National, Arinto, etc. The tasting room features a chic, modern vibe with both indoor and outdoor table-side seating.   Groups of 12+ will be seperated into two tables near one another.

Texas Wine Collective

Texas Wine Collective is a winery offering three prestigious Texas winemakers, plus frequent live music and food trucks. There are also upgraded tasting experiences available. Upgraded tasting experiences include private wine and cheese pairings, as well as a private tasting + sparkling wine tasting in their chic rosé room (groups of 4-8),  pending availability.

+ $20/person: Private Wine and Cheese pairing

+ $15/person: Rosé Room | You will be welcomed with a splash of sparkling wine before enjoying your tasting and cheese and charcuterie board in the private rosé room spinning classic records. (Groups of 4-8 only, limited days/times available)

* Pro Tip- If you would prefer to sit outside (live music often on Saturdays), we recommend switching to the self-guided tastings, in which the staff will give you all wine in advance, allowing you to sit outside to enjoy. 

Signor Vineyards

Signor Vineyards has, arguably, the most beautiful outdoor area in all of Fredericksburg. The winery offers only outdoor seating. Signor Vineyards has wines from Texas, as well as from Oregon, offering a great variety. Wine tastings feature four wines, a mix of reds and whites. Check out Joanna’s Market while you are there for shopping and snacks (sandwiches, meats, cheeses, etc.).

Please note that all seating is outdoors, largely under shade or covered porch. However, if it rains, we will have to find an alternate winery. 

Max of 10 on Saturdays

The Edge Winery

The Edge is a winery at The Resort at Fredericksburg, offering beautiful views of the Pedernales River. The Edge tasting room features wines from award-winning English Newsom Cellars. The tasting room is large, offering plenty of indoor seating, as well as some outdoor seating with beautiful views for a glass of wine or bottles.

This is a great place for larger groups looking for Instagram-worthy photos, as well as a lunch stop ( view menu ). Some of our part guests have described it as a “country club” feel with beautiful scenery, good wine and good food. 

Salvation Spirits- Speakeasy

Looking for something other than wine to end your tour at? Salvation Spirits is a Speakeasy hidden in plain sight on the 290 wine trail. Specializing in vodka and gin cocktails, you will receive a cocktail of choice if booking with Texas Tipsy Tours. The setting is intimate and truly gives the “speakeasy” vibes with a secret gate code required for entry.

* Speak with Texas Tipsy Tours about requesting specials or customizing your experience for an additional fee.

Note: For parties of 9 and above, seating will be on the outdoor patio. They have porch screens and ceiling fans. The entire patio features new couches, chairs, and tables.

Untamed Wine Estates

Untamed Wine Estates is a result of worldly experience and measured science, reinventing traditional style through international inspiration. The owners, Dane and Mckenzie, have produced 31 vintages of wine and millions of cases nationally and internationally before deciding to “break free” from the corporate mold and produce wine for themselves.

A production winery, tasting room, and one of the best pizzerias in the Texas Hill Country.

Note: For groups larger than 10, we have specific times at 11 am and 3 pm. You will have your seatings in their use their barrel room. **

Upgrade Option | Estate Tour+Tasting: (1 hour. 30 minutes) includes preselected three wine tasting, tour, and one barrel tasting.

Hilmy Cellars

Hilmy Cellars is not only a winery, but a working farm. Hilmy’s belief is that wine is grown in the vineyard. 80% of Hilmy’s wine is sourced from 100% Texas grown fruit, with other vintages from their Hilmy a.k.a label coming from Washington and California. Hilmy’s Modern-Industrial tasting room has the feel of a boutique winery with highly rated, bold, complex wines.

Featured Wine: Red blends from estate Tannat, Tempranillo, Sangiovese and Tannat

* Note- You will not have designated tasting staff. You will have to walk to the bar to get each tasting, and then go back to your table.

Food trucks occasionally available here. Cheese boards and other wine bites available.

Hye Meadow Winery

Offers a great selection of Texas wine made from 100% Texas-grown fruit with a modern tasting room and covered patio overlooking their beautiful views of their expansive acreage covered with trees. This is a winery you will want to spend time out grabbing a glass of wine after your tasting: taking pictures with the donkeys on property, playing yard games, and enjoying the frequent live music and events. Hye Meadow is a full production facility and offers additional experiences, including a tour of production.

Feature wines: Full Monte, 100% Montepulciano and other Meditteranean-based red wines

Cheese & Charcuterie boards and other wine bites available. 

Fredericksburg Wineries for small groups: 

The following wineries have restrictions on group size, and are best for smaller groups. Please email our team at  [email protected]  or schedule a call at  www.calendly.com/texastipsytours  if you have any questions. We are happy to assist you in picking wineries that are a good fit for your group.

French Connection

This winery has the same wine-maker as Calais Winery, Benjamin Calias, but features Rhone varietals (Syrah, Petite Sirah, Grenache, Mourvedre, etc.). French Connection boasts beautiful views of the hill country from atop a hill. Their French rustic-chic tasting room takes advantage of these views, even inside, with their windows and tasting bar that looks out over their property. With great seating outside and yard games, you will want to stay afterward and enjoy a glass of wine on the patio.

* Groups of 6 Max

Featured Wines: Rhone Varietals

Great charcuterie board available. 

Calais Winery

Prepare to taste premier, quality, 100% Texas wine from 100% Texas-grown fruit from this small, boutique winery. Calais specializes in bold Bordeaux varietals (Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec, and rarely Carménère). Your tastings at Calais is an intimate tasting experience in the “wine cave”, amongst barrels of wine. Don’t expect to stay and stick around for a glass of wine afterward. Calais Winery is for tastings only, but I promise that you won’t want to leave without purchasing a few bottles. Calais offers set reservations for small groups on the hour, but they do book up quickly! 

* Groups of 4 Max

Featured Wine: Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux varietals

Food not available.

Airis’ele Vineyards

A new winery in Fredericksburg was founded by two families with roots in the hospitality and wine industry. The tasting room offers different seating arrangements that offer a comfortable and laid-back atmosphere: bar seating, small table-side tastings, and larger groups will be seated on the covered patio outside. They have a variety of wines, most from the Texas High Plains, but some varietals are also from Washington and California. 10/10 on the Texas Malbec!

Max of 6 guests

Ron Yates Winery 

A strong advocate in offering wine made from 100% Texas-grown grapes, offering you a true taste of Texas terroir. The tasting room offers a small bar, and a few standing tables. There is also a covered patio that does not require reservations, to enjoy wine by the glass of bottle. 

Request for Changes

The wineries above are recommended due to the great experience, wine, atmosphere, etc., that are offered to you.

Do you have another particular winery in mind?

When planning your Fredericksburg wine tour, we know you may come across certain wineries that are “must visits”. Our team is happy to discuss possible changes to your itinerary. Please  schedule a call with our team , or send an email to  [email protected]  for further information.  Please note that additional fees may be applicable.

Please note that the following wineries are not recommended due to not offering reservations:

• Signor Vineyards- No reservations
• Heath Sparkling Wines/Grape Creek- May require written permission from the winery obtained by you.

* NOTE: We do not have the option to customize our set of four-hour tours.

What’s for Lunch?

Most groups prefer to maximize their time spent at the wineries, and instead eat at one of the wineries they visit or plan to snack on heavy wine bites offered at most of the locations. However, your Fredericksburg Wine Tour can be customized to you. We can customize the wineries you visit, as well as your lunch stop.

Your tour time does not include time to eat lunch. Please note that many locations offer quick snacks, such as charcuterie, that will not need additional time. Additionally, your vehicle will include an ice chest with ice, so you are welcome to bring your food. However, if you plan to eat lunch at one of the venues (or make an extra stop), we will need to add additional time, at least 14 days before your tour date.

If you are looking for more than just quick snacks, please email or schedule a call at www.calendly.com/texastipsytours, as time will need to be added to your tour at least 14 days before your tour date.

Additional Time Fees (food not included):

• SUV: $95/hour + 15% gratuity
• Mercedes Sprinter: $110/hour + 15% gratuity
• Mercedes Sprinter Limo: $140/hour + 15% gratuity

While there are few options on the 290 Wine Trail, there are many options in downtown Fredericksburg and Johnson City.

• Altstadt Brewery– German restaurant and beer hall, located on the 290 Wine Trail
• Stout’s Trattoria – Upscale Italian, located on the 290 Wine Trail at Grape Creek Winery 
• Vaudeville – Upscale, New American dining located on Main Street in Fredericksburg in a historic building with a shop on the top level and a bistro below. Great cheese board and pizza!
• Hondo’s on Main – Frequent live music located on Main Street in Fredericksburg with a casual atmosphere with a large variety of bar food (burgers, enchiladas, etc.), BEST on the rocks margarita in town!
• The Auslander – Lively, casual German restaurant and Biergarten with frequent live music, located on Main Street in Fredericksburg
• Altdorf Biergarten – German Biergarten with German staples and frequent live music, located on Main Street in Fredericksburg
• Pecan Street Brewery & Restaurant-   American food plus a variety of local wine and beer on tap, located in Johnson City

Have other wineries in mind? Contact Texas Tipsy Tours and we can build a custom tour for your group.

Texas Tipsy Tours also offers hill country brewery and distillery stops, if you want to mix it up!

Additionally, Texas Tipsy Tours offers a variety of winery, brewery and distillery tours in the Dripping Springs/Driftwood area. This area is central to many of the locations we pick up from: about 45 minutes from downtown Austin, about 45 minutes from Fredericksburg.

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Taste Your Way Through Fredericksburg's

With more than 60 wineries  in the area, over 30 wine tour companies  and downtown wineries and tasting rooms, there are plenty of ways to enjoy Texas Wine Country during your next visit to Fredericksburg.

Explore Fredericksburg’s Urban Wine Trail, while includes over 10 downtown wineries and wine tasting rooms owned by Fredericksburg wineries, all within walking distance to historic hotspots, your favorite Fredericksburg shops and boutiques, or even your B&B or hotel. 

An added bonus, you can take a glass of wine (or beer) to go and enjoy while you stroll through your favorite shops in the downtown historic district. 

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The Best Fredericksburg Wine Tours

Courtesy of Cellar Rat Wine Tours

Cellar Rat is one of several tour companies that offer a comprehensive wine outing in Fredericksburg.

If a trip to Texas Hill Country is on your itinerary, you won't want to miss the opportunity to explore some of the area's excellent wineries. Numerous companies offer outings to explore the many diverse offerings.

U.S. News has compiled this list of the best Fredericksburg, Texas, wine tours using both traveler opinion and expert sentiment. Choose from full- or half-day tours and perhaps discover a new favorite wine.

Cellar Rat Wine Tours – Group Tour

On this tour, which is limited to 10 people, guides will pick you up in a passenger van from wherever you're staying in Fredericksburg and will stop at three local wineries, breweries or distilleries. The tour includes lunch at a local restaurant, where you can order what you'd like as part of the ticket price. At the conclusion of your tour, Cellar Rat will drop you back off at your Fredericksburg hotel . Travelers highly praise their tour guide, who they describe as very knowledgeable and able to tailor the tour based on wine-tasting preferences. Tours start at 10:30 a.m. and are available daily except for Tuesdays. Tickets are approximately $180 per person, including tasting fees, lunch and taxes. Cellar Rat also offers food and wine tours along with private tours.

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290 Wine Shuttle

The 290 Wine Shuttle service allows groups to hop on and hop off at 16 different wineries in the Texas Hill Country throughout the span of one day. You can stay as long as you like at each stop and catch the next available shuttle to go to the next winery. Tours start at the Inn on Barons Creek and visit several local favorites, including Grape Creek Vineyards, Safari Winery and Texas Wine Collective. Tourgoers say the shuttles are on time and they love the music. Air-conditioned shuttles run Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. every 10 minutes. An all-day pass starts at $39.99 per person, though this does not include the tasting fees (which cost about $18 per location, on average). Children 10 and older may ride the shuttle, though they will need to pay the per person fee. The company also offers private tours.

Majesty Wine Tours – Sapphire Tour

On this tour, participants will stop by three different wineries and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Fredericksburg. The tour picks up travelers from their hotels around 11:30 a.m., and then allows them to taste five or six wines at each venue. You'll have time to enjoy a glass of wine, purchase bottles and listen to live music (if available) at each stop as well. Tours end between 4:30 and 5:30 p.m., and are offered daily. Tickets start at $139 per person for weekdays and $155 per person on Saturdays and Sundays. The price includes tasting fees and lunch. Travelers praise this tour's drivers, describe the lunch as excellent and highly recommend the tour to future visitors. The company offers a variety of other winery tours, too.

Creekstreet Wine Tours – Gold Wine Tour

On this five-hour tour, travelers will visit three Hill Country wineries and enjoy a boxed lunch, bottled water and snacks. The tour picks travelers up at Fredericksburg hotels, and guides share information about each winery along the way. Reviewers highly recommend both the guide and the tour, saying they experienced great service and enjoyed the food. Ticket prices start at $160 per person, though tax and gratuity are not included. You can also opt for a limousine instead of a van for an additional fee. Tours are available most days and depart at 11 a.m. Creekstreet also offers a less expensive Silver Wine Tour along with a Platinum Wine Tour and a Starlight Wine Tour in the evening.

George's 290 Wine Tours – Short PM Tour

Enjoy stops at three Hill Country wineries on this four-hour tour limited to 10 to 12 people (depending on whether you tour in a van or a limo). Stops may include Kuhlman Cellars, Lost Draw Cellars and William Chris Vineyards. Tourgoers recommend this experience and say you'll be treated like VIPs, adding that the guides are knowledgeable and fun. Tickets start at $155 per person, which includes tax and tasting fees. Tours start at 12:45 p.m., run until about 5 p.m. and are available daily except Saturday. George's 290 Wine Tours also offers a Premium five-hour tour with a picnic lunch, as well as private tours.

Cottonwood Wine Tours – Hill Country Aficionado

If you're staying in San Antonio and want to explore the Texas wine country , this tour is for you. This 8 ½-hour tour takes travelers to four Hill Country wineries and stops for 90 minutes in Fredericksburg so guests can enjoy shopping and lunch. Participants say they really enjoy this tour. Many comment that the guide is super knowledgeable and the wines are excellent. Ticket prices are approximately $165 per person, and tours depart at 10 a.m., returning at 6:30 p.m. Tours are available daily and have a maximum of 14 participants. Cottonwood Wine Tours has other offerings as well, including a tour focused on wine education and a tour of San Antonio breweries.

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Texas Grapes Wine and Limousine Tours

If you'd like a customized tour of Hill Country wineries, consider Texas Grapes Wine and Limousine Tours. This company personalizes your tour to three local wineries with a knowledgeable guide to accompany you aboard a stretch limousine. The company specializes in wineries with sweet, dry and bold wines. Reviewers highly recommend this tour, praising the guides, the wines and the service. Tours last about five hours and run from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. You can book them daily, and guides pick you up from your accommodation. Ticket prices start at $110 per person and include a wine glass, bottled water and snacks. However, lunch and tasting fees cost extra.

Texas Wine Tours – 3 Winery Tour

Texas Wine Tours will pick you up at your Fredericksburg accommodation or the city's visitor center and take you to three local wineries in a comfortable coach. Tours run daily from 1 to 4 or 5 p.m. Reviewers recommend this tour, citing great guides, top-notch service and a varied winery selection. Ticket prices start at $139 per person. The price does not include tax, but it does cover a 15% gratuity. The company also offers a tour of breweries and a winery tour with lunch, as well as a bachelorette tour.

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For beer and spirit afficionados, we will take you to our area’s best breweries & distilleries where you can taste a flight or a dram.

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If you’re traveling to or from the airport, we’ll pick you up in one of our luxury rides and make sure you are on time. We also offer meet & greet services for an additional fee.

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All tours are private & include tasting fees. tax & a 20% gratuity will automatically be added to your total..

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PICK UP & DROP OFF IN TOWN

Complimentary bottled water & snacks.

BE SURE TO BRING A BOTTLE OF BUBBLY TO START YOUR CELEBRATION! EACH GROUP IS ALLOWED UP TO 2 BOTTLES FOR A CELEBRATORY TOAST. 

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ALL TOURS INCLUDE A DEDICATED DRIVER, TRANSPORT IN A LUXURIOUS NEW HIGH-ROOF 

MERCEDES SPRINTER VAN, BOTTLED WATER, LIGHT SNACKS, AND ICE UPON REQUEST

ALL TOURS INCLUDE A DEDICATED DRIVER, TRANSPORT IN A LUXURIOUS NEW HIGH-ROOF MERCEDES SPRINTER VAN, BOTTLED WATER, LIGHT SNACKS, AND ICE UPON REQUEST

All tours include Tasting Fees, Bottled Water and Ice upon request.

Starting at, (up to 11 guests), hourly transport, choose any combination of wineries, breweries, and distilleries, or other venues, *4 hr minimum mon - thur, *5 hr minimum fri - sun, other transport, private car service, local, weddings, airport, events, corporate, dinners & dances, etc, (plus tax & gratuity), 4 hour duration, choose any combination of wineries, breweries, and distilleries, *min 6 guests on weekends, 4 hour duration (approx. 11 am - 4 pm), min 6 guests on weekends, wine junkies, 5 hour duration (approx. 11 am - 4 pm), the bootlegger, brewery/distillery tour, barrels of fun, wine/brew/spirits, $159/pp copy, weekday tour, custom curated, *special group rate of 6+, we can help you plan your trip, just ask, additional hour, breakfast stop (breakfast not included ), snack basket (serves 8-10), lunch (3 venue tour only).

CHARCUTERIE BOX (SERVES 4-8)

Charcuterie box (serves 8-12), sweet treats box (serves 8-12), dinner drop off, let us know if you’d like to add anything.

WHO ARE WE?

Hi, i’m bailey..

Growing up in Fredericksburg and working at some of the first local wineries & distilleries during summer break, Bailey Whitworth learned a lot about the industry and is well-versed in southern hospitality. As Fredericksburg grew from a farm & ranch community into a tony tourist destination, Bailey knew she wanted to share the local flare with others. She knows just about everyone in the local viticulture industry and after attending Texas Tech, decided the best way to share her love for God’s country was to start a tour company that enables her to share her passion closely with others. It has been a while in the making, but here we are!

TESTIMONIALS

Stephanie with 290TX Tours made our visit fantastic. She is very thoughtful and personable; from coordinating wineries and lunch to managing our groups wine purchases. Thanks Stephanie, cant wait to come back!

We had a great time with Stephanie and we will definitely be back to share another experience with 290TX Tours

Bailey is very knowledgeable about the wineries in the area. She was able to provide us a list of her favorite places and let us customize what we liked the most. We visited four wonderful places and had a great day being toured around the region. 290TX Tours’ hospitality is a 10!

290TX Tours was awesome! Super friendly and informative. Gave us plenty of time at each winery we visited but kept us on schedule. The Mercedes Sprinter van was top notch! We were able to jam to our own music via Bluetooth and Stephanie kept all of our purchases stored in the back while we were out and about. Highly recommend!!

We just got back from a great weekend in Fredericksburg and used 290TX Tours and it was AWESOME! Stephanie is very knowledgeable about the region, reliable, and prompt with her communications. She made our winery tour experience easy and so much fun! I would HIGHLY recommend using 290TX Tours when planning a trip to Fredericksburg. We will most definitely book with her again! Thank you Stephanie!

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Breakfast Stop ($85.00 / add-on)

Snack basket ($65.00 / serves 8 - 10), lunch ($20.00 / per person), charcuterie box - medium ($175.00 / serves 4 - 8), charcuterie box - large ($200.00 / serves 8 - 12), sweet treats box ($175.00 / serves 8 - 12), dinner drop off & pick up ($85.00 / add-on).

At George’s 290 Wine Tours, we specialize in private, customized tour packages for groups of 2 to 7 people visiting the best, most established tasting rooms on the Texas 290 Wine Trail with pick up at the customer’s location in Fredericksburg.  Our preferred focus is on real Texas grown wines and promoting Texas viticulture.  Thanks to George’s more than 20 years of experience doing tours on the 290 Wine Trail, his personal relationships with the winery owners, managers and wine makers, and a lifetime in Fredericksburg, we are able to provide experiences other companies can’t or won’t.   Call  830-456-5197 to reserve.

Our  Private Premium Tour Package costs $200-$300 (tax included) per person.  We pick you up at your location in Fredericksburg at 10:30am.  We make reservations for you at 3 premium wineries and pay your standard tasting fees in advance.  We serve you a box picnic lunch after your tasting at one of the wineries.  We have you back by 4:00 pm, so you have a little time to relax or shop before your evening plans.

Our Private  Short PM Tour Package costs $175-$275 (tax included) per person.  We pick you up at your location in Fredericksburg at 12:30 pm after you’ve had brunch on your own.  We make reservations for you at 3 premium wineries and pay for you standard tastings fees in advance.  We have you back at 5:15.

All tours are private and done in a private 8-passenger black Mercedes Metris van.

For upgrades, other custom private tour options, or transportation only see our Tours & Pricing page or call 830-456-5197 or email [email protected].

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Spring Specials

From February 20th - May 15th

Private Platinum Plus Tour

$174 per person *You pick the vehicle (Stretch Limo/Loaded Expedition) *3 Wineries, tasting fees included *Must have 4 or more tickets to book (Groups under 4 can purchase 4 tickets & have the vehicle All to themselves). *Lunch provided for an additional charge

Price does not include sales tax & gratuity.

Experience the Creekstreet Wine Tour Difference

We offer the following Tours: Public Tours, Custom Tours, and Private Tours.

Experience group or private chauffeured limousine and van wine tours through the beautiful Texas Hill Country of Fredericksburg, TX. We are a family-owned & operated business, and we want to share with you our extensive knowledge of wineries and wine tasting. Creekstreet Wine Tours offers a beautiful, luxurious stretch limousine which features a "Bridal Door" that makes entering and exiting an ease!

Daytime tours run from 11AM to 4PM (pick-up times start as early as 10:10AM - depending on groups and location)For more information, give us a call at (832)247-0914

We Now Offer The Limo Bus!

Includes all the bells and whistles, even includes karaoke.

Karaoke Limo Bus

Can book by person or by the hour

Book by the hour $175 per hour for a minimum of 4 hours plus gratuity *Can hold up to 16 people comfortably and 18 people with a tight fit Call to book (832) 247-0914

Book by person - $174 per person - 3 wineries, bottled water, and tasting fees included *Must have 8 or more tickets to book (Groups with 8 or more call 832.247.0914 to book) *Lunch will be provided for an additional $15 *Price does not include sales tax & gratuity

Introducing The Holy Grail!

Including it's own fireplace and karaoke.

The Holy Grail

Can book by person or by the hour.

Book by the hour *Can hold up to 22 people Must call to book by the hour (832) 247-0914

Book by person - $170 per person - 3 wineries, bottled water, and tasting fees included *Must have 8 or more tickets to book (Groups with 8 or more call 832.247.0914 to book) *Lunch will be provided for an additional $15 *Price does not include sales tax & gratuity

Introducing The Expedition SUV!

The Expedition - leather seats and fully loaded

Can book by person or by the hour. Book by person - $165 per person - 3 wineries, bottled water, and tasting fees included *Must have 4 or more tickets to book (Groups with 4 or less call 832.247.0914 to book) *Lunch will be provided for an additional $15 *Price does not include sales tax & gratuity

Book by the hour *Can hold up to 7 people $100/hour minimum 4.5 hours 18% gratuity 

Bachelorette Parties

* Brides ride half-price with groups of 10 or more *No Pre-planned Stops  *You choose the 3 wineries!

Let Creekstreet Wine Tours take the wheel of your bachelorette party with a wine tour through the Texas Hill Country you will never forget! Sit back, relax, and enjoy the wine, the ride, and the music, as we take you on a breathtaking tour of your choice of three Fredericksburg wineries, in the comfort and elegance of our stretch limousine.

  Call 832-247-0914 with any additional questions and for pricing.

Silver Wine Tour

This package includes a custom tour in our walk-in van and limo with bottled water & snacks. Visit three alluring wineries in the Texas Hill Country. Lunch is NOT included. Price does not include tax or gratuity. Van Starting at $150 Per Person | Limo Starting at $160 Per Person

Starting At $150 Per Person

Gold wine tour, starting at $165 per person.

Includes a gourmet box lunch .

This package includes a custom tour in our walk-in van or limo. Three wineries, bottled water, snacks, and a gourmet box lunch will be provided. Price does not include tax or gratuity. Van Starting at $165 Per Person | Limo Starting at $172 Per Person

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If you are interested in purchasing a gift certificate. Please contact us at 832-247-0914 or by visiting our contact page . We will send you a personalized Gift Certificate to the address you provide upon purchase.

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Testimonials.

"Best tour EVER! Stephen was knowledgeable and fun - can't wait to book again."

-Charlie, Texas

"The bridal door made all the difference! I have taken several tours and this one was the best."

-Dan, Texas

Stephen was a blast, I can't wait until our next tour! -Becky, Texas

Steven is the best tour guide ever. We had such a blast, and were treated perfectly. Thank you for the fun time! -Abbey N

What a fun experience!!! Steven is an awesome guide. He knows his wine, and really tries to individualize your experience. Would recommend him to anyone and everyone! -Reynolds

Experience Why the Creekstreet Fredericksburg Wine Tours are Different

Enjoy a more comfortable & convenient Hill Country Wine Tour. Tour the Texas Hill Country Wineries in the most comfortable limousine in the Fredericksburg Area. Our 5 door, stretch limo includes a "bridal door", which allows you to enter or exit at either end of the limousine. This provides for comfort and convenience at every stop.

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An Unequaled Wine Tour Experience – Located in Fredericksburg Texas – Luxurious Wine Tours – Memorable Service & Distinctive Wines

Located in the Napa Valley of the South, in Fredericksburg, Texas, we are excited to provide you with memories and an enjoyable time.

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We had a fantastic time on our 25th anniversary wine tour. Paul did such an excellent job of taking us to some excellent wineries, catering to our needs (water, snacks, taking items to the van). The van was comfortable for the couples on our tour. He picked us up on time and dropped us off right in front of our door. I highly recommend this tour!  Can’t say enough about Paul!

Personalized trip, with attention to details. We were well taken care of by Paul. Thank you again, we will be back!

Had an amazing time! Thanks again!

Our group booked the Select Reserve Experience for our best friend’s bachelorette weekend and About Town Wine Experience was very responsive and easy to communicate with before the trip. They filled me in on the BEST itinerary for what we wanted and even gave us helpful recommendations for the rest of our trip. We had an exceptional time together and the service was amazing.

The most affordable way to experience Texas Wine Country.

20% off for hotel guests

Convenient pick-up every 15 minutes with unparalleled service.

Wine Tour Shuttle Services

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• Choose Your Wineries
• 12 Wineries
• 11am to 4pm
• One Pick-Up at 11am
• Starts in Fredericksburg
• Hop On, Hop Off Shuttle

Saturday Shuttle

• How It Works
• 18 Wineries
• 10am to 6pm
• Pick-Up Every 15 Minutes
• Unlimited Winery Visits

Sippin' Sunday

• 12pm to 4pm
• One Pick-Up at 12pm

Winery Locations

✭ Inn on Barons Creek

• Texas Heritage Vineyard
• The Resort at Fredericksburg
• Safari Winery
• Longhorn Cellars
• Barons Creek Vineyards
• 1693 Distillery
• Sweetbriar Rose
• Grape Creek Vineyards
• Heath Sparkling Wines
• Slate Theory Winery
• Fat Ass Ranch & Winery
• Fat Ass Brewery
• Texas Wine Collective
• Messina Hof
• Blumenthal Farms
• Fiesta Winery and Barelle Vineyards
• Six Shooter Cellars

Bonus Winery Route

1. Invention Vineyards

“For the price you can’t beat a better deal to have a good time!”

“All the drivers were so nice and fun to ride with. Super convenient!”

“Super fun and easy.”

“5 stars across the board! The staff and drivers were so friendly and welcoming.”

“What a great way to visit multiple vineyards without having to worry about a thing!”

“Almost no wait time between winery rides and super friendly, accommodating drivers.”

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Fredericksburg TX Wine Tasting Tour – 3 wineries and lunch

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Perfect tour to enjoy tasting wines and food in the countryside, lunch, snacks, and tasting fees included—no extra expenses, enjoy what the fredericksburg wine region has to offer, discover the top wineries in the area, description.

Exploring the Fredericksburg wine country on this all-inclusive tour means that there aren’t any hidden expenses—just a day tasting wines in the countryside. This tour not only ensures a safe trip by handling all transportation, but also includes tasting fees, snacks, lunch, and bottled water. This guided tour takes out the guesswork by bringing you the best of the best.

Fredericksburg Visitor Center 302 E Austin Street Fredericksburg TX

Why take this tour?

We will visit three wineries, have lunch, and then return to the Visitor's Center with all the wonderful memories, new friends, wine, and souvenirs you have collected along the way.

Tasting fees at three wineries

Chef prepared lunch, hotel pick up for an additional fee, things to know.

$169 per person

Tour is about 5 hours

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Boutique Winery Experience

Our popular day tour is designed to provide our guests with a great wine experience. Each stop is unique in its wine offerings, atmosphere, and personality. This tour bypasses the crowds of large tasting facilities and offers a more intimate and educational wine tasting tour. Excellent for the wine novice as well as the experts.

This is an open, ticketed tour. One ticket per person.

Fredericksburg Wine Trolley

Join us for an unforgettable journey sampling wine in the Texas Hill Country's Only Wine Trolley! We rendezvous in the parking lot of the Fredericksburg Visitors' Center located at 302 E Austin Street and whisk you off for TASTINGS, WINERY TOURS, and A LOT of WINE APPRECIATION. The Texas Wine Country is the 2nd largest AVA in the United States and the 2nd most visited wine region. Join us as we introduce you to Texas Wines and the wineries that produce them.

Wine, Brew and Spirits Tour

This tour is designed for those who want to experience a sampling of everything the Texas Hill Country offers. Visit a distillery to try Hill Country spirits, a local brewery to discover your favorite new brew and a winery to experience Texas Wine tastings. A delicious lunch and all tasting fees are included.

Mead Wine Tours - Personally Guided Tours Of The Finest Fredericksburg, TX And Hill Country Wineries

WHAT TO EXPECT

Sit back for a scenic ride through the beautiful Texas hill country to your first winery. Stops at local wineries for guided wine tastings, sample different varietals and learn about the wine making process. Explore Fredericksburg and the local towns around the area. Peruse historic landmarks, gourmet food shops, and upscale stores for shopping.

Contact Mead Wine Tours by phone or text now and book your Fredericksburg, Texas Winery Tour today!

100% CUSTOMIZED!

With Mead Wine Tours you get to choose your times and your places, but you can also choose to have a bottle, glass, or tasting. It's so much easier to cater to everyone's desires and not feel rushed at each winery.

Most wine tour companies have you choose from a specific list of places upfront which include tastings at each place you visit. While this is great for some, not all members of groups always have the same preferences. Some may want a tasting while others just want a glass! At Mead Wine Tours we do NOT put a limit on places to go.  With us you can relax and decide on your own!

TRANSPORTATION!

You will be in a New luxury SUV, holding up to 7 people.

Mead Wine Tours does not have buses as our goal is to offer a more personalized mode of transportation! There's no minimum requirement of how many people. There is no waiting around on shuttle buses and no 'hop on/ hop off' service with us! Also you will never share your ride! Our goal is to provide a more sophisticated private tour and our vehicles reflect that!

IDEAS ON WHICH WINERIES?

Mead Wine Tours will help with planning! This will allow you to have a more efficient use of your time and help you find places that are more in line with your interests! Our goal isn't only to 'provide a tour', but also to add to your experience and make it as stress-free for you as possible!

Some Wineries We Visit

Contact me by phone or text now and book your Fredericksburg, Texas Winery Tour today!

I’ll gladly pick you up wherever it may be, whether it’s from Houston, Austin, Dallas, or any other airport. I can bring you to Fredericksburg, then take you to the best wineries. I can also take you back home or to your return airport, so you can skip out on all the driving if you’d like.

My main specialty in wines are dry reds. On my days off, I actually go to the wineries and see which ones are the best of the best. Other wine tour companies claim to give you a wine tour. I can tell you right now, I actually give real wine tours - I’m not just a chauffeur. I’ll gladly walk in with the group, show you around, and what I’d recommend based on your personal palate. My passion for this goes deeper than what words can describe. Let me show you Fredericksburg Texas wineries, only the best of the best!

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Embark on a journey to explore the lush vineyards of Fredericksburg, Texas. Our wine tours offer an exceptional experience to taste the finest wines and enjoy the stunning vistas of the Hill Country.

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I had no idea that wine country in Texas was so amazing! The wines are really good and the people are down to earth and friendly. Hiring a driver was awesome because I had no idea where to go, wasn't familiar with the area and everyone that wanted to go also wanted to drink. It made for a safe and worry free day. We had been on a wine tour with Wine Tour Pros at their other location in Napa and loved it. They told us about Texas wine country and we knew we had to check it out. They are really different from each other as expected and enjoyable in different ways. The Texas Wine Collective is one place we went where you could taste a great variety of wines. Hye Meadow Winery was our favorite stop of the day. The wines are fantastic and the chill vibe and attentive staff made us feel special during out visit. They had a lot of local there too which is a good sign. They have great sandwiches and cheese boards too. Our driver made sure we stayed hydrated with waters and made great conversation about the area. It's surprising how much development is happening in the Fredericksburg area. Really cool stuff going on and it's really up and coming. I will definitely go back again to explore more vineyards.

Uncork the charm of Fredericksburg, Texas! Explore our blog for captivating tales of exquisite wines and must-attend events. Sip, savor, and discover the heart of Hill Country's wine culture.

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7 Best Fredericksburg Wine Tours in 2023: Tasting Pure Texas Wines

The Fredericksburg wine tours available in Texas have become one of the most popular wine tour destinations in the US. Tourists from around the world travel to partake in one of the many wine tours available in Fredericksburg, which is why we’ve written this guide to distinguish each one from the other.

Whether you’re looking for an active and exciting, or calm and serene wine tour in Fredericksburg, this guide will give you everything you need to know about the 9 best ones. After sampling the details of these wine tours, we’ve decided that you’d so well to try one of the following wine tours in Fredericksburg.

Fredericksburg Wine Tours

Texas hill country and lbj tour from san antonio.

One the reasons we loved the Texas Hill Country and LBJ Tour From San Antonio was because of the historical role play that promises to entertain patrons. This wine tour features an olden day former American president, as well as famous historical cowboys and singers who are impersonated extremely well.

It’s a relatively longer wine tour at 8 hours, but this promises to focus more on relaxation and entertainment while you sip at some of the famously good wines made by the Frederickson farms. You will also go back in time to the Frederickson town and get a great feel for what it was like in that German town in those times.

Included in your package is a typical German dining experience in a beer garden, with food, wine and beer that’s authentically German. The wine tour itself allows you to sample (and drink) some of the best wines Fredericksburg has to offer.

The tour starts at the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historical Site, and from there you will move across to Fredericksburg itself, then to Luckenbach, and finally to the Sister Creek Vineyards .

You can customize your own wine tour package by buying passes for wine tasting, beer drinking, and dining experiences. The managers of this wine tour do include hotel pickups if you’re staying in the immediate area, so this is an extra optional fee if you wish to enhance the convenience of your experience.

Texas Hill Country and LBJ Ranch Tour with Wine Tasting Options

This tour is on the more expensive side, but we discovered that it’s well worth the ticket price. The Texas Hill Country and LBJ Ranch Tour with Wine Tasting Options is an 8 hour tour that allows you to experience both a guided tour as well as free-time with your companions.

Wine tasting is optional and must be purchased before your tour begins. We’d recommend you opt for the wine tasting if you enjoy good wines, as this just makes the whole experience way more enjoyable.

The tour is all inclusive and even offers hotel pickups for those who don’t want the inconvenience of car rentals. From then on, you’ll be in good hands with the Texas Hill Country and LBJ Ranch Tour guides, who will give you historical information on all the sites and scenes around you while you move through the winelands of Fredericksburg.

Start the journey in Texas Hill Country and then move on to the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site. From here you will be taken through Fredericksburg and subsequently Luckenbach, and finally to the Sister Creek Vineyards for some wine tasting options.

Choose the Texas Hill Country and LBJ Ranch Tour with Wine Tasting Options if you would like to spend the whole day enjoying wine, learning about history, and meeting new friends along the way.

Boutique Winery Experience in the Fredericksburg Texas Hill

Despite a rather high ticket price for this shorter wine tour, the Boutique Winery Experience in the Fredericksburg Texas Hill is one of the most popular Fredericksburg wine tours available. Word of mouth has done all the advertising for this tour, and it promises to deliver time after time.

The Boutique Winery Experience in the Fredericksburg Texas Hill offers a more exclusive wine experience, and includes visits to privately owned wine farms as well as their wineries. You’ll learn about wine, taste the wine, and even enjoy a fascinating lesson on how that wine is produced on these magnificent farms.

You will start your journey at the Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau, and from there move on to the Fredericksburg Visitor Information Center. After a short 15 minute stop, it’ll be time to move on to various wineries like the Pedernales Winery , Kuhlman Winery and Messina Hof Winery .

One of the reasons this tour is so popular is because it’s different every time you go. Those who have been on the tour before often repeat the visit because of the unique experience they experience each time. Different farms and eateries are visited, so the tour is customized each time you go.

So, if you’re keen to experience a luxury wine tour, choose the Boutique Winery Experience in the Fredericksburg Texas Hill. We found this to be one of the best wine tours in Fredericksburg, and would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys a good glass of wine.

Fredericksburg Wine Trolley

Boasting excellent reviews is the Fredericksburg Wine Trolley with its unique wine tasting experiences at the forefront of the tour. This 5 hour wine tour will give you an excellent mix of wine tasting and interesting historical information about Fredericksburg and its past influences.

There are 3 wineries to visit on the Fredericksburg Wine Trolley tour, one of which is the Kalasi Cellars just 5 minutes outside of Texas. Enjoy unusual flavors like green pepper & paprika notes in the wine, and enjoy the adventure of going back in time while you conduct your tasting experience.

Although masks are not mandatory, you can wear a mask while on the tour if you so choose. Groups on this tour have also been shrunk down as a safety precaution.

The tour guides on the Fredericksburg Wine Trolley are known for their rich archive of information, which they are able to convey in an interesting and appropriate historical setting. A must for those who love wine and love that Fredericksburg feel.

Hill Country & Fredericksburg Excursion from San Antonio

There’s plenty to do and lots to see on the Hill Country & Fredericksburg Excursion from San Antonio. Starting off on Villa Street, you’ll be taken on a 5h30m journey through Fredericksburg’s historical sites.

This tour includes luxury wine tasting as well as a lunch, but does not include entry to the Fredericksburg Museum—so you may want to take some extra money if you’re keen to complete your experience with a visit to this interesting site.

Visit bookstores, eateries and wineries on the Hill Country & Fredericksburg Excursion from San Antonio tour, and enjoy some free time without the guides during the interval. Start the tour in Villa street and you will be guided through the Fredericksburg Visitor Information Center.

From here you will move on through Fredericksburg as well as Luckenbach, where the wine is plentiful! The tour ends where it began, in Villa Street.

As with all of the tours mentioned here, the Hill Country & Fredericksburg Excursion from San Antonio adheres to all Covid-19 precautions, and promises to prioritize the safety of all their patrons.

Pricing ranges from around $100 per person, but there are discounts available for children, military personnel and pensioners. This is a great group outing for work, parties and other social events, so pick the Hill Country & Fredericksburg Excursion from San Antonio for a good time with your friends and/or family.

Taste of Fredericksburg Wine Tour from San Antonio

On the shorter side of the Frederickson wine tours is the 3h30m Taste of Fredericksburg Wine Tour from San Antonio. There’s no lunch included in this tour, but you will have many opportunities to sample great food along the way, as there are plenty of shops and restaurants to enjoy.

Wine, on the other hand, is very much included. The Taste of Fredericksburg Wine Tour from San Antonio allows patrons to sample some of the tastiest wines and show you exactly where it came from, how it is made, and why you should walk away with a few bottles of your own.

This tour starts at 418 Villita St and takes you down to the Bingham Family Vineyards Fredericksburg Tasting Room. From there you will also visit the Hilmy Cellars , and finally end the tour back at Villita Street after visiting the Fredericksburg Visitor Information Center.

Remember that if you’re going as a group, limited group sizes have been implemented due to the Covid-19 pandemic, so keep your group smaller than about 14 people if you want to be accepted on the Taste of Fredericksburg Wine Tour from San Antonio.

Fredericksburg Winery Tour with Lunch and Tastings

Attention all foodies, this is the wine tour for you! The Fredericksburg Winery Tour with Lunch and Tastings Included will have your mouth watering during this 5 hour tour. It’s one of our favorites because of its focus on wine AND food.

Wine is always paired well with a good meal, so choose this wine tour if you’re keen to taste some great chef-prepared food while you learn about the town of Fredericksburg and its various wineries.

You’ll enjoy meeting like-minded folk who enjoy a glass of great wine as much as you do, and the Fredericksburg Winery Tour with Lunch and Tastings is known for being a social wine tour with lots of entertaining features.

This is a cable cart wine tour, which is great to enjoy as a couple or as a medium-size group. The tour includes optional pickup from where you’re staying, so be sure to take advantage of this option for your own driving safety and those of your companions.

Start at Marktplatz von Fredericksburg and move along to Fredericksburg’s Vereins Kirche Museum. From here you will go on to the Wedding Oak Winery, and finally the Slate Mill Wine Collective where you can sample and purchase lots of various wines.

Other Fredericksburg Tour You May Interested

Fredericksburg haunted trolley tour.

Before you know it, it’ll be Halloween, and the Fredericksburg Haunted Trolley Tour is perfect for those who want a spookier version of wine tasting. From only $35 per adult, you can enjoy a Halloween themed wine tour that promises to tickle your senses.

The tour begins with a tour down the haunted Main Street, where a guide will tell of the ghosts there. During this part of the journey you will pass by the Pioneer Museum, the Pioneer Memorial Library Central Library, and Fredericksburg itself.

Then it’s off to the Slate Mill Wine Collective, and finally on to the Admiral Nimitz Gallery. You will also enjoy the great wines that have made the town famous.

The Fredericksburg Haunted Trolley Tour is also a historical tour where patrons will learn about the early American settlers and their various challenges. This wine tour has more of a road trip feel, so if you’re feeling adventurous, hop on board the haunted trolley and get ready for a scare or two. The Fredericksburg Haunted Trolley Tour is perfect for bachelor and bachelorette parties, but couples will also relish the spooky theme while drinking amazing wine on the way.

Fredericksburg Historic District Narrated Trolley Tour

If you’re looking for a cheaper wine tour, the Fredericksburg Historic District Narrated Trolley Tour is perfect for you. This is the official wine tour of the town and promises to visit lots of historical sites on the way. It starts in Austin St and moves on toward Marktplatz von Fredericksburg, all the way past St. Mary’s Catholic Church, and finally ends back in Austin Street.

There is of course lots of wine tasting too, and you can listen to some interesting facts about the town of Frederickson while you sip. The tour is only 90 minutes long, so if you’ve got other things on your itinerary, then book your ticket for the Fredericksburg Historic District Narrated Trolley Tour and learn about the German influence on Texas.

The Fredericksburg Historic District Narrated Trolley Tour duly notes that there are about 400 historical sites in Fredericksburg, and this tour promises to visit a great deal of those. You may want to bring some spare cash for a dining experience when you’re done, as this tour only covers the historical and wine sides of the experience.

But we still thought it was worth mentioning, as most of the other tours listed here have a 5 – 8 hour duration—which may not be for everyone. So, if it’s a short wine tour through Frederickson you’re looking for, then opt for the Fredericksburg Historic District Narrated Trolley Tour.

Related Read: 10 Best Wineries in Fredericksburg Texas

Final Thoughts

Be sure to travel safely when participating in any of these tours. Covid measures are taken throughout all of these wine tours, including social distancing, sanitizing, and mask protocols. If you feel sick in anyway, rather avoid a tour to Frederickson as a safety precaution.

Most of these tour groups have also reduced their group size to 14 people or less to prevent unnecessary risk to their patrons.

But if you’re feeling healthy and rearing to enjoy some good wine, great conversation a tons of historical facts, then book your wine tour to Frederickson now.

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Half-Day Winery Tour in Fredericksburg

• We supply coolers with ice and waters! You are able to bring your own alcohol to enjoy on the bus!
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• Storage for any purchases made at each winery stereo for a fun bopping time!
• Glassware provided for booze in the bus (alcohol not provided)
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• Tastings are not included. This gives you the flexibility to do a tasting, buy a glass or bottle to enjoy at your own leisure.
• 302 E Austin St, Fredericksburg, TX 78624, USA Look for the big pink bus! Fredericksburg Visitor Center
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• Joel J 0 contributions 5.0 of 5 bubbles Fantastic winery tour in Fredericksburg! Our driver, Lyn, for the Brooke’s Bubble Bus pink limousine in which we were shuttled around Fredericksburg did a great job! He was friendly, polite, and knowledgeable. We visited the Alexander Winery, Baron’s Creek Vineyard, and the Becker Vineyard. All three locations offered us tastes of some exquisite wines. We thoroughly enjoyed a charcuterie board lunch at Baron’s Creek. It was a GREAT day with warm temperatures and great views of the Texas Hill Country. Read more Written January 12, 2024
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7 Small Town Alternatives To Fredericksburg Texas

• Experience Texas wine and German charm in Fredericksburg, but consider exploring these other Texas small towns for unique personalities.
• Find a quieter retreat in Gruene for that old-world German vibe in a riverfront town known for historic charm and outdoor activities.
• Discover the artisan shops, natural beauty, and outdoor adventures in Wimberley, a scenic town with amazing shopping and Blue Hole Regional Park.

Located in the Texas Hill Country, the German-settled city of Fredericksburg is synonymous with Texas wine . Fredericksburg is a popular spot for couples' trips and friend group getaways. In addition to wine tasting in town and along the nearby Wine Road 290 , Fredericksburg has museums, fabulous shopping and dining, opportunities for outdoor adventure, and a quaint, picturesque small-town feel, and it's also a perfect Texas small town to visit on a budget.

But guess what? Texas is a big place, and it is full of enjoyable small towns. Try one of these seven alternatives to Fredericksburg. While there are multiple places in the Texas Hill Country with German-style charm, each of these places has its own fun personality to discover and explore.

For visitors who want to stay in Fredericksburg and take advantage of the wide availability of cool places to stay near town but want to escape the crowds, nearby Stonewall, Blanco, and Hye offer similar charms but with potentially fewer crowds.

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A welcoming riverfront town with a german flair.

Located near New Braunfels, Gruene—pronounced green— offers a historic district with shops, restaurants, and live music venues. It's known for its historic dance hall, which is the oldest continuously operating dance hall in the state , shopping and dining, and river access.

Gruene makes a great alternative to Fredericksburg for anyone who wants that old-world German vibe on a smaller scale. There are great shops and restaurants to check out in Gruene and it's also located near to the Guadalupe River and the Comal River where visitors can enjoy fishing and tubing .

Wimberley’s shopping rivals Fredericksburg but comes with a quieter atmosphere

Wimberley is an underrated and scenic small Texas town . This Hill Country town is famous for its artisan shops, natural beauty, and outdoor activities. Visitors can explore the Blue Hole Regional Park or browse through the Wimberley Market Days . Market Days happen on the first Sunday of the month from March through December. Wimberley has amazing shopping all year round but Market Days pumps up the number of vendors and treasures to discover.

Blue Hole Regional Park has great hiking trails, but it's better known as an outdoor swimming hole and a place to cool off during the hot Texas summers. Reservations are required to swim.

The preserve has fantastic, moderate hiking trails but access to Hamilton Pool isn't guaranteed. Falling rocks or bacteria levels may prohibit swimming. Read the website very carefully.

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Another Hill Country gem, Boerne , features a quaint downtown area with shops, galleries, and eateries. Boerne’s “Miracle Mile” is a 1-mile stretch of historic buildings in the downtown historic district. Home to many high-end boutiques and galleries, the shopping in Boerne is exceptional.

And, although Boerne doesn’t offer the plethora of choices for wine tasting that Fredericksburg does, there's a handful of nearby wineries and tasting rooms that work well for a day trip or weekend adventure. The restaurants along the Miracle Mile also offer a solid selection of local wines, beers, and spirits.

Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby parks, trails, and caves. Stroll along the trails or splash in the creek at Cibolo Nature Center or go underground and tour the Cave Without a Name .

Check the Cave Without a Name ’s calendar before visiting. Reservations are recommended and a peek at the schedule can help visitors plan around available musical performances in the cave.

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Marble falls, just an hour’s drive from fredericksburg and a quieter downtown experience.

Marble Falls offers scenic views, waterfront dining, and outdoor recreational activities like boating and fishing on Lake Marble Falls . Marble Falls is a mere 53 miles—about an hour’s drive—from Fredericksburg , so this is an easy destination to pair with a trip to Fredericksburg if you want to visit both towns during your trip.

Visitors to Fredericksburg typically enjoy wine tasting and other experiences, such as picking seasonal fruits at nearby farms. Enjoy a wine tasting at Perissos Vineyard just a short hop away in Burnet and enjoy seasonal produce and other activities at Marble Falls’ Sweetberry Farm .

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A close-to-austin (less than 30 miles) alternative to fredericksburg.

Georgetown’s proximity to Austin has let some of Austin’s weird and quirky vibe rub off on the smaller city. The historic buildings in the walkable town square still have small-town charm, but there’s a small infusion of hipness.

Downtown is dotted with eclectic boutiques, bookstores, and coffee nooks. For anyone who fancies wine or beer tasting, there are several spots downtown to do exactly that. Visitors can even get a glass of wine or a beer to go and sip while enjoying strolling, window shopping, and checking out the cool street art.

Brilliant spring wildflowers just outside Dallas-Fort Worth

While Fredericksburg is well-known for glorious bursts of bluebonnets and other spring wildflowers, the rest of the state shouldn't be overlooked. Ennis, located about an hour’s drive from Dallas , is one of the best places to see the state flower. Ennis’ famous Bluebonnet Trail has over 40 miles of mapped driving trails to get the best pictures.

Fun fact: Although Ennis is generally accepted as one of the best places to see Bluebonnets in the state, Burnet Texas is actually considered the "Bluebonnet Capital of Texas."

Downtown Ennis has boutiques and dining on a small scale. Fern in the Wild , an elevated eatery and boutique, has a hidden upstairs speakeasy, the Green Room, that’s open on the weekends. The wall in the rear of the restaurant opens to reveal a secret staircase.

And, while Fredericksburg is known for having whimsical and unique lodging, The Range Vintage Trailer Resort located a short drive from downtown Ennis, has adorable vintage Airstreams and other vintage travel trailers to rent, with many onsite amenities.

Adorable town square and a superior shopping and food scene close to Houston

Located just 20 miles outside Houston, Sugar Land has a bustling, walkable downtown area located around a central square where there’s always something going on. From taking a free fitness class to enjoying a summer evening concert, the square is where Sugar Land’s residents and visitors alike gather. Sugar Land can be a unique day trip from Houston or a standalone destination.

Sugar Land shines when it comes to delicious cuisine. From authentic Indian food to Italian, chicken and waffles, pizza, and sushi, it is difficult to go hungry downtown. Stay at the Houston Marriott Sugar Land in the heart of downtown and walk to just about everything, plus enjoy a dip in the rooftop pool!

Prince George: Appomattox River Wine Festival, guitar sensation Zack Artis returns

Event benefits off the chain animal rescue who traps, spays, neuters, releases, stray cats in petersburg, colonial heights, prince george, chester: 'they find homes for house cats turned loose'.

PRINCE GEORGE — The Appomattox River Wine Festival is this weekend. Attendees may shop, sip, eat, listen to live music, play games and dance along the river. Petersburg-based solo-guitarist Zack Artis returns to play smooth jazz, rock and blues. Drummer Steve Showns of Hopewell will join him on stage for a few songs.

At the annual festival, local and regional wineries provide tastings of wine, mead, cider and beer. They sell their craft by the glass or bottle. If ticket holders find favorites, bottled [corked/sealed] beverages are available to purchase. If wine isn't your thing, beer and margaritas will be offered as well. If you get hungry, food charcuterie boards may be purchased as well as pizza made by Weston Mazah, owner of Furnace Pizza .

Grab some friends, family members, neighbors or coworkers to enjoy the entertainment with a view. The festival is Saturday, April 6 from noon to 5 p.m. Remember to take a blanket and/or chair to use while you enjoy the tunes and springtime with great wine. The following Virginia wineries and meadery will be featured:

• Eastwood Farm and Winery of Charlottesville
• Haley's Honey Meadery of Hopewell/Fredericksburg
• Jolene Family Winery of Quinton
• Mattaponi Winery of Spotsylvania Courthouse
• Shoe Crazy Wine of Petersburg

Prince George: Appomattox River Wine Festival

Tickets may be purchased online for $25 plus a $3.45 fee at appomattoxriverwinefestival.com or via cash at the gate with a valid picture ID [21 and up]. Ticket holders each receive a tasting glass. No food, drinks or pets may be brought into the venue. Bags and backpacks are subject to search.

Crista Cato Manieri, Appomattox Boat Harbor owner, will share a portion of the event proceeds with Off the Chain Animal Rescue, a charitable organization who traps, vaccinates, spays/neuters and releases stray cats discovered in Petersburg, Colonial Heights, Prince George and Chester. "They find homes for kittens and strays that are really house cats turned loose," Manieri said.

Appomattox Boat Harbor with free parking is located at 1604 Fine Street in Prince George. Please call or text 804-536-1200 in advance for camping, RV or boat slip reservations. "Ticket holders are welcome to leave their vehicles in the parking lot overnight, but they must pick them up the next day," Manieri said. "We're Uber and taxi-friendly, but we ask that people drink responsibly while they have a good time."

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