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Duration: 8 hours

Overview

Explore the rich heritage and award-winning wineries of Northern Virginia on the Virginia History, Culture, and Wine Experience departing from Arlington, Virginia. This full-day experience gift includes scenic drives, guided tastings, cultural insights, and visits to boutique wineries in the heart of Virginia wine country.

🍷 Enjoy private group tastings at boutique wineries featuring Virginia’s award-winning wines, meads, and ciders
🏛️ Discover the region’s colonial history and cultural landmarks with insights from a Certified Tourism Ambassador guide
🚐 Relax with round-trip transportation from Arlington or Reston, plus scenic drives through Virginia’s countryside
📸 Capture memories with photos taken throughout the day, and enjoy a collaborative playlist curated for the journey

Full description

Spend a full day exploring Virginia’s award-winning wine scene, layered with local culture and centuries of history, on the Virginia History, Culture, and Wine Experience departing from Arlington, Virginia. This immersive guided tour takes guests through the heart of Northern Virginia wine country, with scenic drives along historic backroads, curated tastings at boutique wineries, and insights into the region’s colonial roots. With over 260 wineries in the state, each stop offers a unique take on Virginia terroir—whether you're sipping wine, mead, cider, or craft beer.
Certified Tourism Ambassador guides lead the way, sharing stories about Virginia’s past, present, and thriving wine movement while ensuring a seamless experience. Guests enjoy private group tastings, scenic views, and the chance to meet winemakers and explore charming towns along the way. A midday lunch stop allows time to relax and explore on your own, and the tour includes round-trip transportation, all tasting fees, and plenty of photos captured throughout the day. It’s a well-rounded, thoughtful experience designed for wine lovers, history buffs, and anyone looking to see a deeper side of Virginia.

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When do I choose a date?

After purchase, you can request your preferred dates and times by following the instructions in the email you receive. If it's a gift, the recipient will also get an email with booking instructions.

Year-Round,
Wednesday - Sunday

Practical information

Any restrictions to participate?

  • Age: Guests must be 21+
    Who can you accommodate for?
  • Children: This is not an experience for children
  • Individuals with disabilities: Accessibility not specified; contact in advance to confirm accommodations
  • Dietary restrictions: Lunch is on your own; participants may choose meals that meet their dietary needs
  • Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed
    What to expect on the day of the experience?
  • Duration: Approximately 6–7 hours (based on winery visits and drive time)
  • What’s included:
  • Transportation from designated pickup points
  • Scenic drive through Virginia’s wine country
  • Private scheduled tastings at boutique wineries
  • Wine, winery, and cultural education
  • All tasting fees, taxes, and winery gratuities
  • Bottled water
  • Collaborative Spotify playlist
  • Photography throughout the experience
  • Guided historical and cultural commentary
  • Who will be present: A knowledgeable, certified tourism ambassador will lead the tour; other guests may join the group
  • Spectators: No spectators are allowed; all participants must have a reservation
  • Photo/ video: Complimentary photos are provided; personal photos are encouraged
  • Specific rules to follow: Outside food and beverages are not allowed at the wineries unless otherwise noted
    How to prepare?
  • Weather dependency: Rain or shine, the experience will be running
  • Arrival:
  • 9:40am at Pentagon City Metro (1100 S. Hayes St, Arlington, VA 22202)
  • 10:30am (approx.) at Hyatt Regency Reston (1800 Presidents St, Reston, VA 20190)
  • Parking: Available at or near pickup locations; allow time for parking and check-in
  • What to wear: Comfortable and casual attire, suitable for walking and weather
  • What to bring:
  • Valid photo ID
  • Payment method for lunch or any additional wine purchases
  • Restrooms/ lockers/ changing rooms: Restrooms available at wineries and pickup locations
    Anything else I should know before going on this experience?
  • Lunch is not included; guests may choose their own meal at one of the winery stops
  • Tipping the guide is appreciated but not included in the tour price

Returns, exchanges and cancellation

Unused Experience Vouchers can be returned within 15 days for a full refund to the original purchaser, no questions asked.

If you have any unused Experience Vouchers, you can exchange them for anything else in our marketplace, no matter when. If you choose an experience that's more expensive, you'll need to pay the difference, but if you choose one that costs less, you'll receive a credit towards your next booking.

No refunds are allowed once the experience is booked, but you can reschedule up to 5 days before your experience, for a date within a year of the original booking. To reschedule, contact the experience provider directly. No-shows or rescheduling less than 5 days in advance means losing the value of your experience.

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