Carmel-by-the-Sea Wine Tasting: Local Exploration

Experience the best of Carmel-by-the-Sea with a wine tasting tour. Explore hand-selected tasting rooms, learn from local sommeliers, and discover hidden gems with expert guides.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Carmel Wine and Wandering Tours - Join our delightful three-hour wine tasting and walking tour to discover the most enchanting spots of Carmel-by-the-Sea, enriched with exclusive stories. As you stroll through hidden alleyways, uncover Carmel’s distinctive and quirky history, with stops at three carefully chosen tasting rooms to savor the finest…
What's Included
  • Wine tastings included
  • Expert local tour guide
  • 3-hour guided tour
What's Not Included
  • Tour Guide Gratuities Not Included
Additional Information

As part of your journey, you’ll have the pleasure of visiting three specially selected wine tasting rooms where you’ll savor distinct samplings at every stop. You’ll gain knowledge from regional wine experts about the unique weather conditions that contribute to the variety of globally acclaimed wines produced here. When it comes to exploring Carmel,…

Location
Sunset Center
San Carlos Street
We'll meet at the top of the steps opposite the ticket window at the Sunset Cultural Center. There is a free parking lot on the north end of the Sunset Cultural Center. There is also free all-day street parking on any of Carmel’s streets south of 8th Avenue.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Mary_w
Aug 4, 2025
Walking wine tour - We stopped at three different .wineries .The selection of which wineries you stop at is at the discretion of the tour guide. It was a very enjoyable afternoon, and Toby was a great tour guide.
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Janet_p
Jul 10, 2025
It was very informative... - It was very informative and interesting. We had great discussions about different wines and how to properly taste them. We enjoyed learning about the history of the area, too.
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Elizabeth_b
Jul 4, 2025
The guide, Toby, was very... - The guide, Toby, was very knowledgeable about wine and the town as he lives nearby. I enjoyed our conversations and learning about the local wine culture from Toby.
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Jill_t
Jun 22, 2025
Toby was amazing and very... - Toby was amazing and very knowledgeable! He took us to some wonderful wine tasting spots and was well known and liked by the community! Would definitely do a tour again with him!!
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Elizabeth_b
May 16, 2025
A “Grape” Time !! - Our Guide Toby was so knowledgeable about wine and the beautiful Carmel area - we learned so much and enjoyed the wonderful wine experience!! Highly recommend!!
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Debbie
Apr 13, 2025
Great tour ! - The gentleman was very knowledgeable and entertaining ! It was an informative yet fun tour. We learned about the wines of the area and also the history of Carmel.
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Apr 12, 2025
An afternoon in Carmel. - As others have mentioned, Toby is dynamite! So knowledgeable, about the city, wine, life, and everything. He made everyone feel so comfortable, the walk was leisurely and delightful, the tasting rooms were lovely.
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Simone_a
Apr 6, 2025
Best tour - Toby was an amazing guide! Not only was he knowledgeable about wine, but also the history of Caramel! He was a fabulous host and made our day the absolute best. Highly recommend and would give 6 stars if I could!
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Collinsinaz
Mar 12, 2025
A fantastic afternoon - Our tour guide, Toby, made this such a wonderful experience for us. Knowledgeable and interesting, he led us to three great tasting rooms with insight into what made their wines special. Carmel is a treasure by the Pacific, and Toby is a jewel for the city. Lifting a glass to a wonderful sommelier and champion of his town.
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Jeanne_s
Mar 18, 2025
Toby is very knowledgable... - Toby is very knowledgable and passionate about wine and touring Carmel-by-the-Sea is a lovely way to enjoy it.
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From $159
up to 8 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).