Austin Wine Tours, Austin

In the mid-1600s, Franciscan missionaries planted the first North American vineyard in Texas. Through the following centuries, the state's relationship with winemaking has evolved and matured, like grapes riping for harvest. Today, Texas' Hill Country has become synonymous with wine country, boasting over 50 wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms that enchant locals and visitors alike.

Based in the capital city, only a short drive away from hotspots like Dripping Springs and Fredericksburg, Austin Wine Tours offers half- or full-day trips to the region and its many wine destinations. The only concern for these public or private tours is choosing which wine to sip and which bottle to purchase—Austin Wine Tours streamlines the rest of the experience, with a range of privately chauffered vehicles, from sedans to party buses. Guests stop between tasting and take advantage of delectable food options like Dritfwood's Salt Lick BBQ and Trattoria Lisina.