About this tour
A 1 hour 45 minute–2 hour walking tour through Old Town Temecula that combines wine tastings at three venues with local true crime stories. You'll sample wines from different spots while hearing accounts of historical crimes and scandals tied to the region. Suits wine drinkers curious about local history who want a different angle on a standard tasting tour.
Highlights
- Wine tastings at three separate venues across Old Town
- Stories of local crimes, scandals, and dark historical events
- Walking route through Temecula's Old Town district
- Fully wheelchair accessible—all areas, surfaces, and transport
- Suitable for all fitness levels
- Service animals welcome throughout the tour
What to expect
The tour begins at your first wine stop, where you'll taste and hear an opening account of a crime or scandal connected to the area. You'll then walk to two additional wine venues, tasting at each and hearing related true crime narratives as you go. The guide weaves local history and criminal intrigue throughout, pairing each story with the wines being poured.
Expect a casual, conversational pace rather than a formal lecture. The tour wraps up at the final venue, and you're free to leave. Total time is around 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours.
What travellers say
- Combines wine tastings with quirky local history angle
- All venues and pathways fully wheelchair accessible
- Casual, conversational guide style brings stories to life
- Multiple wines sampled across three different stops
- Gratuities not included—plan to tip separately if desired
- Outdoor walking route affected by weather conditions
- May feel rushed for wine enthusiasts wanting longer tastings
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This tour works well for wine enthusiasts who also enjoy local history and true crime storytelling—it's a natural fit if you'd normally do a wine tasting but want extra colour. No special fitness level required; all surfaces are accessible and service animals are permitted. Keep in mind: gratuities aren't included in the price, so budget for tips if you wish to add them. The route is outdoors through Old Town, so weather matters (heat in summer, occasional rain). Group size isn't specified, so confirm when booking if you prefer smaller or larger groups. Wine is included; other food or drinks are not.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BookNow summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.