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1. Boutique Winery Experience in the Fredericksburg Texas Hill Country

2. All-Inclusive Social Wine Tour

3. Fredericksburg Texas Area Wine Tastings: 3 Wineries and Lunch

4. Fredericksburg Wine Trolley - Air Conditioned and Heated!

5. Half-Day Winery Tour in Fredericksburg

6. Taste of Fredericksburg Small-Group Wine Tour from San Antonio

7. Fredericksburg Private Wine Tour Lincoln Limo

8. Fredericksburg Wine Tour with Three Winery Stops Plus Lunch

9. Fredericksburg Private Wine Tour Volkswagen Limo

10. Half-Day Fredericksburg Bubbly Booze Night Bus Guided Experience

11. Fredericksburg Texas Luxury Wine Tour Up to 6 people

12. Wine, Brew and Spirits Tasting with lunch included

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Fredericksburg Wine Tours

Wine tasting & tours in texas hill country.

Welcome To Texas Hill Country!

We are the premier tour operator for Texas Hill Country tours, in and around Fredericksburg, Texas. We offer scheduled open and private tours led by knowledgeable local guides. We want to be your source for visiting Fredericksburg wineries and exploring this charming area in comfort.

If you are looking for an afternoon of wine tastings in the historic Fredericksburg area, then you'll enjoy one of our Texas Hill Country wine tours. Our Texas wine tours are provided in one of our custom-built trolleys or plush luxury small coaches that seat up to 12 people. You'll visit the best wineries, sample local wines, and learn more about Texas wine country. Sit back, relax and leave the driving to us.

One of our top tours is an entertaining and informative tour of historic Fredericksburg Texas, the Texas Hill Country’s most famous German town founded in 1846. You’ll see downtown Fredericksburg historic homes and cultural landmarks with a knowledgeable guide who will share the history of the area along with important things to see and do. We also offer a variety of city and cultural tours and visits to local state and national parks led by expert guides.

Fredericksburg Area Tours

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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.

Fredericksburg TX Wine Tasting Tour - 3 wineries and lunch

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.

City Tour of Fredericksburg

A Trolley ride rolled into a tour around Fredericksburg, Texas! This tour will give you a preview of Fredericksburg and is the absolute BEST way to find out about our town. Many of our guests take this tour to aid them in planning things to do and see while in the area. Locals love this tour, too!

***Pricing***

Adults - $29 Children (2-13 years old) - $15 Senior and Military - $27 Infants are Free!

Historic Fredericksburg District Tour

This entertaining and informative tour of Fredericksburg is one of our most popular tours. The Historic District tour is led by an expert guide on the history of our area. It includes landmarks and historic sites within the city, presenting information on the German history and settlement of the area as well as some history of early Texas. Texas became a state during the time the Germans were given land grants to settle the Texas Hill Country.

Our Trolleys are equipped for the mobility impaired. Some walking will be required if guests wish to tour facilities.

***Pricing*** Adults - $35 Children (3-13 years old) - $17 Seniors and (Active) Military - $32

LBJ Ranch Presidential Tour

This insightful tour offers an opportunity for visitors to tour the ranch homeplace of our 36th President. Just over an hour away from Austin and San Antonio, the scenic LBJ Ranch is located in the picturesque Texas Hill Country. Starting in Fredericksburg, TX, and traveling to nearby Stonewall, the guided tour will provide a glimpse into the life and legacy of our nation's 36th President.

This is an open, ticketed tour - one ticket per person but also offered as a private tour.

***Pricing*** Adults (18-64 years old) - $44 Seniors, Veteran, Active Military, and First Responder - $36 Children (3-13 years old) - $22

Haunted History Tour

A little lore, a little history, and a fun ride all rolled into a tour around Fredericksburg, Texas!

***Pricing*** Adults (18-64 years old) - $36 Active Military or Senior or First Responder - $29 Children (13-17 years old) - $20

Wildseed Farms Behind The Scenes/Group Tour

Book your private group experience for a wonderful afternoon at Wildseed Farms! Wildseed Farms is the largest wildflower growing operation in the United States. Join us on one of our wonderful air-conditioned luxury Trolleys for a private tour of the behind the scenes growing areas at Wildseed's beautiful showcase farm on Hwy 290 between Johnson City and Fredericksburg, Texas. Every season is beautiful - with wildflowers, fall pumpkins and fall color, summer's variety and even a cheerful stop in winter. Then enjoy a wine flight, or glass of wine from their vineyard, or a cold beverage in the tasting room. Last, shop to your heart's content from their tremendous variety of wildflower seeds, memorabilia, and gift shops galore! Or take a walking tour of the butterfly gardens or scenic pathways to round out your visit. The perfect stop to add on your Texas Hill Country Tour.

Enchanted Rock Tour | Private

The Enchanted Rock holds an impressive place in history – beginning millions of years ago and continuing to the years of the earliest known Native Americans to the settlement of Texas and the American West. Guests will enjoy the opportunity to view one of the largest natural granite formations in the world in the comfort of our climate-controlled vehicles.

Adults $45 Seniors $42 Military $42 Children $25

At this time, the Enchanted Rock tour is only offered as a private group tour.

Holiday Food & Wine Walking Tour

SEASONAL NOVEMBER - JANUARY

During the winter holidays, go food and wine tasting on a half-day walking tour in downtown Fredericksburg. Sit for private guided wine tastings paired with foods from the best eateries in town.

Holiday Evening Food & Wine Tour

During the winter holiday evenings, enjoy the festively decorated Trolleys or Shuttles as we go food and wine tasting along the Texas Wine Trail including a guided tour of downtown Fredericksburg.

Wildflowers and Wildlife

SEASONAL APRIL - JUNE

Ride with us down the best roads for viewing the wildflowers. We keep up with the trails to view the most bloomers anywhere! From Bluebonnets to Indian Paintbrushes to the myriads of beautiful wildflowers along our countryside.

***Pricing*** Adults - $38 Seniors and Military - $32 Children - $25 Group rates are available

Jolly Trolley

SEASONAL NOVEMBER - DECEMBER

Board the decorated, vintage-style Jolly Trolley for a fun-filled holiday experience! Ride with us to Johnson City, Tx to view the spectacular light displays. Enjoy the holiday music or watch vintage editions of Rudolph or Charlie Brown's Christmas (and more) along the way.

***Pricing*** Adults - $36 Children (3-13 years old) - $20 Seniors - $32 Ticket includes one beverage coupon.

Why Choose Us?

The Original Fredericksburg Texas Trolley Tour Company

We are the Official Trolley Service of Fredericksburg Texas. Since 2016 we have been offering narrated open and private tours of the Texas Hill Country with unique, elegant transportation options. We are locally owned and operated, with the best local guides. You'll travel in style aboard one of our customized trolleys and luxury mini coaches. All vehicles are AIR CONDITIONED! Two of our trolleys also offer motorized lifts for the mobility impaired.

Custom Tours

Whether you book one of our open tours or select a private group tour – we have expert guides and comfortable transportation for you.

Top Rated Tour in the US

We received the coveted Travelers Choice "Best of the Best" award from TripAdvisor for both 2021 and 2022 for our Boutique Winery Experience.

We are the Official Trolley Service for Fredericksburg Texas, endorsed by the City of Fredericksburg and the Convention and Visitor's Bureau.

Exploring Historic Fredericksburg

With over 100 vineyards and beautiful wineries in the area, it's no wonder that Fredericksburg area wine tours are a top attraction for travelers. Our popular grapes are those grown in the European regions of Tuscany Italy, Provence, and France, as well as Spanish and Portuguese varietals. These include Viognier, Tempranillo, Mouvedre, Marsanne, Rousanne and Malbec. The Texas Hill Country is also becoming famous for its blends.

History buffs have plenty to explore in small-town Fredericksburg. Founded by German immigrants in 1846, you'll see the German influence in the architecture, culture, and food. Fredericksburg Texas is one of the few remaining present day German cultural communities in the US. The 36th President of the United States was born and raised here, and the Lyndon B Johnson National and State historical parks are dedicated to the preservation of early Texas life as they offer a look at the life and times of LBJ and his wife Lady Bird Johnson.

Frequently asked questions

What is your exact location.

Tours may be booked online or over the phone. We do not have a public ticket office. The majority of our tours begin at the Visitor Center in Fredericksburg Texas. Meeting locations are posted in the tour descriptions on the website. Once you have booked your tour you will receive an email confirmation with exact meeting locations and pickup times. Some tours offer local pickup at your location for a small fee.

Do you offer private tours?

Yes. Private Vehicles are available for every tour. Trolleys are also available for weddings , shuttle services, reunions, parties, corporate events, and more. Contact Us for more details.

May I store a stroller on the trolley?

We are required to keep the aisle clear for the safety of all passengers. Most of our guests choose to store their larger belongings in their personal vehicles.

Are the trolleys handicapped accessible?

We currently have two trolleys that are equipped for mobility-impaired individuals. These trolleys are used for our most popular tours. Trolley tours are generally handicapped accessible. Not all tour vehicles are equipped for the mobility-impaired. Please contact us if you have questions about a particular tour.

Can we sit together?

Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. The trolley is generally open for seating 15 minutes prior to departure.

Are the tours a step-on, step-off service?

No. Tours offer continuous narration. Some tours have pre-planned stops determined as part of each tour that includes narrative. For those passengers requesting to leave the trolley during the tour for special circumstances (unruly children, need for public restroom facilities, etc.) we are unable to make arrangements to let you re-board, and refunds are not provided. We strongly recommend that you make any necessary arrangements before boarding at the beginning of the tour. Tours lasting longer than one hour do include stops that have public restroom facilities.

Are the trolleys air-conditioned?

Absolutely. All of our vehicles are heated and air-conditioned. This is Texas!

Are the trolleys heated?

Yes. Our luxury small coaches will feel as warm as a standard passenger vehicle.

Can we eat or drink on the trolley?

For the consideration of fellow passengers, food and snacks are prohibited aboard the trolley to avoid noise, trash and food smells. Bottled water and coffee cups with lids are fine. By Texas law, no alcohol is allowed to be consumed aboard any of our vehicles.

Do you offer discounts?

We do offer ticket discounts for groups greater than 20 adult persons. We also offer discounts to Military, Retired Military, schools and non-profit organizations when they purchase Group tickets ONLY. Contact us directly for details.

Are group rates available?

Group rates vary by tour. Hourly rates are also available for private transportation for those who are not taking a specific tour posted on our website. Please contact us concerning group or hourly rates.

Where can we park downtown?

There are several options when parking:

• Visitor Center: There is ample free parking behind the Visitor Center where you can park if space is available.
• Street: Parking on the streets is at no cost, subject to availability.

What is the cost for the tour?

The adult ticket fares are listed with each tour. Tickets for children are also listed – please read each tour as age restrictions vary per tour. Children who are younger than three ride for free. However, they will need to sit on a parent’s lap if the trolley is full. We do not have storage for strollers except on the back balcony, nor will we be responsible for strollers. Aisles must be kept free and clear for all tour vehicles. Our 12-passenger luxury coaches have rear storage for small strollers, please let us know in advance if children under three will be riding.

Is there a place on the vehicles to store wine or shopping bags?

The rear balcony of each trolley can hold a limited amount of shopping bags if they do not fit beneath your seat. Please keep in mind that you are solely responsible for your bags and carry on items. Wineries and retailers also offer shipping to most states. We are happy to store your purchases and carry on items on board but have limited space.

Are pets allowed?

• Pets are not allowed unless they are used as Service Animals for the disabled. We do not have accommodations for pets.
• Since March 15, 2011, only dogs are recognized as service animals under titles ii and iii of the ADA.
• Service animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Examples of such work or tasks include guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling a wheelchair, alerting and protecting a person who is having a seizure, reminding a person with mental illness to take prescribed medications, calming a person with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) during an anxiety attack, or performing other duties. Service animals are working animals, not pets. The work or task a dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person’s disability. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA.

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The Best Wine Tours In Texas Hill Country

Join Cable Car Wine Tours for our unique Fredericksburg Wine Tours! Enjoy open air views of the Hill Country, while visiting the best wineries, breweries and distilleries in Texas.

Our Fredericksburg Wine Tours are perfect for groups or individuals looking to sip, relax, and explore the historic region! Check out our tours section to see our selection of group tours, haunted winery & bar tours, and our custom or private winery tours.

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All-Inclusive Social Wine Tour

Enjoy an all-inclusive, carefree day touring an array of local wineries in our fully-restored, historic Cable Car, our Limo Bus, or our Luxury Limo Van! This tour includes all tasting tickets to 3 premium wineries and lunch!

From $149 /person

Private Tasting Tour

Do you have a large group and want to take our all-inclusive 4-Hours tour with tastings, but just not with anyone else? This is the tour for you. Your own guide, driver, and vehicle will take you on the best Fredericksburg Wine Tour. Pick Up / Drop off available as well!

From $165 /person

Brewery, Winery, & Distillery

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE HILL COUNTRY TOUR

Looking to experience all the unique features of the hill country? This tour is for those who want to experience a little bit of everything the area has to offer. This semi-private 5-hour tour will feature tastings at a winery, a brewery, distillery, or icehouse. This tour includes all tasting fees, lunch, and optional pick-up service.

From $ 149 /person

PREMIUM FOOD & WINE PAIRING TOUR

The ultimate tasting experience exclusively offered by Cable Car Wine Tours. This semi-private ~5-hour tour features food and wine pairings at each stop including a hosted 3-course seasonal tasting menu lunch. Tickets are extremely limited and groups are kept to 8 or less, so book early!

From $249 /person

Johnson City Tours

Planning a visit to the Hill Country but not staying in Fredericksburg? We service hotels and B&B’s on the 290 Wine Trail in Johnson City, Stonewall, and Hye for our tours! Simply choose your location from the drop down menu (or enter your address) at booking.

From $189 /person

Private tours, private custom wine tour.

Looking for something more custom for your group? We can work with you to create the perfect experience for your group, which can include everything from custom pick up/drop off locations, number of wineries, tastings, lunch, or pretty much anything else you can think of, we can customize for the perfect wine tour.

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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!

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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!”

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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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Perfect for couples and larger groups.

Black Barrel Tours is a 100% locally owned and operated Fredericksburg wine tour company! Texas Wine Country is booming, there are many places to choose from and getting to them with all of your friends can be a hassle. That's where we step in! We'll pick you up at your BnB or Hotel and take you to three wineries of your choice (or ours if you need help choosing). We make the reservations and pay for the tastings as well!  

Our drivers are Fredericksburg locals who can also provide dinner or nightlife recommendations for after the tour which lasts about five hours. We offer tours for groups of 5 or more guests on Saturdays and tours for 2-14 guests on Sundays-Fridays. Whether its a birthday celebration, bachelorette party, anniversary or corporate outing, give us a call at 830-456-7881 or email [email protected] and book today!

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