Monterey Carmel Valley Wine Tour in Vintage VW Kombi Bus

4 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

Monterey Carmel Valley Wine Tour in Vintage VW Kombi Bus, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore the finest wineries of Monterey County in a charming 1970 Volkswagen Kombi bus, lovingly known as the Sweet Pickle. This 4.5-hour tour offers a unique and memorable experience for small groups, visiting three exceptional wine tasting locations. Perfect for wine enthusiasts and those seeking an alternative to traditional tours, enjoy a personalized adventure through the stunning Monterey Peninsula and Carmel Valley. Whether for a special event or a leisurely outing, this tour caters to your needs with customizable options.

Three wine tasting stops included in the 4.5-hour tour
Small group experience with a maximum of six passengers
Private custom tours available for special events
Family-owned business with deep local roots in Monterey County

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At a glance

Duration: 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: English
Operated by: Kombi Tours Monterey

Ages: Adults (21–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottle water
Included: Private transportation
Included: Light snacks
Included: Local Guide

Not included

Not included: Alcoholic Beverages
Not included: Meals
Not included: Wine tasting fees at each winery

Itinerary

Carmel

1 h 30 min

We begin our tours in Carmel-by-the-Sea, a small beach town for its fairy tale cottages and village-like center.
Carmel Valley

1 h 30 min

After Carmel-by-the-Sea we take a scenic drive down Carmel Valley Rd to the "Village" true to it's name. Here we will sample the wines of one of many fine California Vinters whose grapes grow less than 25 miles away to the east.
Monterey

1 h 30 min

The last but not the least we finish in historic downtown Monterey where you will experience one of the many wine tasting rooms that make their home here.
17-Mile Drive

Passing by

We will drive along this coastal stretch of the Pacific Ocean which is popular for scenery attractions and Pebble Beach golf courses.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We can pick you up from a parking lot next to the California Pizza Kitchen restaurant in Del Monte Shopping Center, Monterey.

End point

We can pick you up from a parking lot next to the California Pizza Kitchen restaurant in Del Monte Shopping Center, Monterey.

Pickup points

The Stevenson Monterey
Stargazer Hotel
Best Western Plus Monterey Inn
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras
The Monterey Hotel
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Pelican Inn Monterey
Best Western Park Crest Inn
Inn By The Bay Monterey
The Arbor Inn - Monterey
Villa Franca Inn

and 7 more pickup points

We will gladly pick you up at any location within the tour area. This can be pre-arranged with the tour guide beforehand via phone, text or email. All guests must be 21 years of age or older.