Imagine a glorious day on a scenic coastal train ride that includes delicious meals, magical views, and an entire afternoon exploring an urban wine trail in one of California's prettiest cities. If this sounds like a memorable way to spend a summer day, then hop aboard this SoCal wine train for the ride of a lifetime.
For a coastal adventure you'll never forget, you'll want to hop aboard the Vino Train for a fun-filled day trip in SoCal.
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This round trip ride on the Vino Train starts in Los Angeles and heads to Santa Barbara for the day before returning to Los Angeles later in the evening. It's a full day filled with food, fun, and wine tasting.
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On the morning of your outing, you'll be greeted by a cheerful conductor who will kick things off with a review of your itinerary before you depart for beautiful Santa Barbara.
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The ride includes a hearty breakfast buffet loaded with items like waffles, sausage, and frittatas. You definitely won't go hungry on this morning train ride.
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And let's not forget the beverages. Start your day off with coffee, orange juice or even a mimosa.
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The vintage rail car you'll be riding in between LA and Santa Barbara will add a touch of class to your day.
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White tablecloths and soaring views make this train tour a first class experience.
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Once you arrive in Santa Barbara you'll have close to six hours to explore the area. Since this is a wine excursion, you'll be treated to a guided tour of several wineries located along the Urban Wine Trail.
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Although the tour guide is included as part of your ticket, please note that each party is responsible for the price of the wine tastings at each location.
The Urban Wine Trail is a cluster of local wineries that are all located within an easy walk from each other in the posh downtown area of Santa Barbara.
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It's the perfect outing to enjoy with a small group of friends as you stroll from winery to winery with an educated guide who will enrich your experience.
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After an eventful day in Santa Barbara, you'll enjoy a magical sunset as you head back to Los Angeles on the train.
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Not only will you be treated to two delicious meals on the Vino Train including breakfast and dinner...
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But your meals will be enhanced by a wonderful waitstaff who will ensure your experience is top notch from beginning to end. Now that's the perfect way to travel!
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The entire experience is the kind of day you'll never forget. But what makes this even more memorable is the view you'll enjoy as you travel between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara -- it's beyond breathtaking. Take a look at this short video captured by Roger Morris, to see the scenic beauty along the Vino Train route:
Doesn't this look like a fun SoCal adventure? For more information on dates and prices, please take a look at the Vino Train website to get all of the details.
If you enjoy rail travel, you may also want to check out these SoCal train rides that everyone should experience at least once: 7 Epic Train Rides In Southern California That Will Give You An Unforgettable Experience.
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