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Overview

This self-guided driving tour through Temecula Valley’s wine country blends wine tasting with rich history and scenic beauty. Starting in Old Town, you’ll explore three distinct wine trails - De Portola, Rancho California, and Calle Contento—featuring over 20 top-rated wineries like Leoness Cellars, Doffo Winery, and South Coast Winery. Discover bold reds, sweeping vineyard views, vintage motorcycles, and even ghostly legends at Europa Village. Along the way, uncover the region’s Native American roots, Wild West past, and Mediterranean climate that rivals Napa. The tour ends on Rancho California Road, offering a deeper appreciation of Temecula’s wine, culture, and hidden gems - perfect for wine lovers, history buffs, and curious travelers alike.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts in the Pennypickle's Workshop parking lot, located at 42081 Main Street, Temecula, CA 92590. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End Point

End point

The tour ends on Rancho California road, just after Butterfield Stage road.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

English-WRITTEN

Itinerary

1. The Hotel Temecula
Start the tour at The Temecula Hotel, an important piece of the town's development, built around 1881 to serve the influx of rail travelers
2. City of Temecula Civic Center
Pass by this iconic building , built in 2010, which features a clock tower and acts as a community anchor. Entry is not included in this tour
3. Pechanga Resort Casino
Drive by as you learn about the Pechanga Indian Reservation, now a major tourist destination and the Temecula Valley's largest employer, providing 5,000 jobs. Entry is not included in this tour
4. Wolf Store Road & Mahlon Vail Road
Drive by the oldest standing building in the Temecula Valley, and learn how it inspired Helen Hunt Jackson to include it as "Hartsel's store" in her novel "Ramona".
5. Vail Ranch Park
Drive by as you learn how Vail Ranch dominated the local economy from the 1800s, and how its sale marked the end of Temecula's "western era" and paved the way for modern development.
6. De Portola Wine Trail
Drive along this wine trail, known for wines that reflect the terroir with a Mediterranean character, including Italian varietals like Sangiovese and Montepulciano, Spanish-influenced wines, and Rhône-style blends. Entry fees are not included in this tour
7. Leoness Cellars
Stop at Leoness Cellars, acclaimed for crafting wines rated 90 points or higher and its restaurant, ranked among USA Today’s top five winery restaurants. Tasting and entry fees are not included in this tour.
8. Danza del Sol Winery
Distinct on the De Portola Wine Trail for its welcoming, rustic arm and vibrant atmosphere. drive by and learn about their award-winning Tempranillo and other varietals. Tasting and entry fees are not included in this tour.
9. Doffo Winery
Celebrated for its micro-boutique, family-run approach, producing bold, learn about handcrafted red wines rooted in Argentine and Italian heritage, and unique MotoDoffo vintage motorcycle collection that adds cultural flair to the wine experience at this winery. Tasting and entry fees are not included in this tour.
10. Rancho California Road
Drive along Temecula Valley’s most established and accessible wine route, stretching from the I-15 freeway into the heart of wine country, featuring many of the region’s oldest, largest, and most recognized wineries, such as Callaway, Europa Village, and Wilson Creek. Tasting and entry fees are not included in this tour.
11. Palumbo Family Vineyards & Winery
Pass by this 13-acre, family-run, artisanal winery, producing just 2,500 cases annually, focused on estate-grown, handcrafted reds and tastings are intimate and personal, often led by the owner. Tasting and entry fees are not included in this tour.
12. Callaway Vineyard and Winery
Drive by the valley's oldest winery, established in 1969, known for its pioneering role and scenic vineyard views, producing a broad range of approachable wines, and the property features a popular restaurant and a legacy of hospitality, focusing on tradition and quality. Tasting and entry fees are not included in this tour.

Inclusion

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it

Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

App for Android and iOS

Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour

Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Exclusion

Smartphone and headphones

Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour

Food and drink

Transportation

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

The total tour time includes walking the route and passing by the attractions

Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

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