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Step beyond the tasting rooms and discover the Santa Ynez Valley through the people who cultivate its land. These small-group farm and food experiences offer a rare opportunity to connect directly with local ranchers, farmers, and growers through behind-the-scenes visits, seasonal tastings, and hands-on encounters with friendly rare-breed animals and u-pick harvests. Along the way, guests enjoy relaxed transportation and beautiful on-farm picnics that celebrate the region’s bounty.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Meet and greet your tour guide and driver near the outside front entrance of Mission. (We will not be entering the Mission)
Itinerary
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Stop 1: Cattle Ranch - Meet the rancher and his cattle, feed friendly farm animals, and sample local honey.
1 hour • Admission ticket free -
2Ballard
Stop 2: Seasonal Farm Visit - Explore rotating farms featuring orchards, berries, walnuts, or flowers. Wander among fruit trees and experience the harvest firsthand by picking and tasting.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Los Olivos
Stop 3: Olive Grove Picnic - Olive grove tour, tasting and farm picnic with local cheeses and seasonal fare.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests should not have mobility issues, some walking on uneven ground is necessary.
- Not recommended for travelers with mobility issues
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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