Private Hearst Castle and Paso Robles Wine Tasting Tour
Overview
Our most popular tour lets you make the most of your time on California's Central Coast!
Experience the best of California’s Central Coast on this unforgettable private adventure featuring the world-famous Hearst Castle, scenic ocean views, elephant seals, charming coastal towns, and Paso Robles wine country. Keep an eye out for the famous wild zebras that still roam the hills near Hearst Castle, descendants of William Randolph Hearst’s private zoo.
Enjoy a customizable day with lunch along the coast or among the vineyards, plus a visit to a premier west side winery. From dramatic coastline to rolling vineyards and historic grandeur, this tour showcases the incredible diversity of the region in one perfectly curated day.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Full itinerary planning, including making all reservations
- Grand Rooms Tour Tickets at Hearst Castle (not private)
- Pickup/drop-off at your accommodations within 15 miles of downtown Paso Robles
- 8.75 hours with a private spacious vehicle and knowledgeable tour guide/driver
- Lunch or Meals Optional (an optional deli picnic lunch can be provided for $25 per person)
- We can pickup/drop-off at other locations in San Luis Obispo county for an additional fee
- Gratuities
- Tasting Fees (options vary: guests will choose & settle directly with each venue)
- Extra time with vehicle & guide
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup/drop-off at your accommodations within 15 miles of downtown Paso Robles is included. We can pickup/drop-off at other locations throughout San Luis Obispo county, but there will be an additional fee depending on the location.
What To Expect
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Hearst Castle
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Elephant Seal Vista Point
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
San Simeon
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Booker Vineyards
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Toast Tours
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A current valid photo ID is required on the day of travel
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Wear comfortable shoes and bring layers as the weather is subject to sudden changes. Often, the coastal weather can be cool with some fog and Paso Robles can be much warmer with lots of sunshine. It’s also a good idea to bring sunscreen.
- By California law, any children under the age of 8 years old, as well as any children shorter than 4’9” must be secured in a car seat or booster seat. Toast Tours DOES NOT provide a car seat or booster seat, and it is your responsibility to provide this yourself. Children under the age of 8 years old will not be allowed on the vehicle if you do not have a car seat or booster seat.
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- Bottled water.
- Full itinerary planning, including making all reservations.
- Grand Rooms Tour Tickets at Hearst Castle (not private).
- Pickup/drop-off at your accommodations within 15 miles of downtown Paso Robles.
- 8.75 hours with a private spacious vehicle and knowledgeable tour guide/driver.
- Lunch or Meals Optional (an optional deli picnic lunch can be provided for $25 per person).
- We can pickup/drop-off at other locations in San Luis Obispo county for an additional fee.
- Gratuities.
- Tasting Fees (options vary: guests will choose & settle directly with each venue).
- Extra time with vehicle & guide.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Private Hearst Castle and Paso Robles Wine Tasting Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Hearst Castle and Paso Robles Wine Tasting Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Bottled water
- Full itinerary planning, including making all reservations
- Grand Rooms Tour Tickets at Hearst Castle (not private)
- Pickup/drop-off at your accommodations within 15 miles of downtown Paso Robles
- 8.75 hours with a private spacious vehicle and knowledgeable tour guide/driver
- Lunch or Meals Optional (an optional deli picnic lunch can be provided for $25 per person)
- We can pickup/drop-off at other locations in San Luis Obispo county for an additional fee
- Gratuities
- Tasting Fees (options vary: guests will choose & settle directly with each venue)
- Extra time with vehicle & guide
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- A current valid photo ID is required on the day of travel
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Wear comfortable shoes and bring layers as the weather is subject to sudden changes. Often, the coastal weather can be cool with some fog and Paso Robles can be much warmer with lots of sunshine. It’s also a good idea to bring sunscreen.
- By California law, any children under the age of 8 years old, as well as any children shorter than 4’9” must be secured in a car seat or booster seat. Toast Tours DOES NOT provide a car seat or booster seat, and it is your responsibility to provide this yourself. Children under the age of 8 years old will not be allowed on the vehicle if you do not have a car seat or booster seat.
