West Kelowna Wine Tour + Lunch

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Trip Highlights

  • Visit award-winning West Kelowna wineries, including the Hatch

  • Includes a delicious lunch stop at The Modest Butcher at Mt. Boucherie Winery

  • This popular Westside Wine Trail wine tour is available year-round

Description

Unleash your inner wine enthusiast with Wicked Tours in the stunning Okanagan Valley. Leave the city behind and explore the Westside Wine Trail, where breathtaking views and exceptional wines await. Our authentic and playful approach guarantees an unforgettable wine tour experience.

Discover intimate, boutique-style wineries nestled among rolling hills and endless vineyards. These hidden gems may be small, but their impact on the British Columbia wine scene is colossal. We're all about supporting the underdogs and celebrating their unique quirks and attention to detail.

Itinerary

Your tour starts with a visit to a stunning boutique winery nestled on Winemaker Jason Parkes' home property, Crown & Thieves, with unparalleled views of Okanagan Lake. Developed in secrecy since the beginning days of their beloved Hatch Winery, a small production cult wine with a unique and brave approach to winemaking was all Crown was ever meant to be. The wines became a playground for pushing the limits, being as untraditional as traditionally possible. The result has grown into what Crown is today; wines poured into a ruin, nestled in the middle of a vineyard. Taste their premium wines and learn about their philosophy of crafting wines that reflect the region's terroir.

Next, we'll take you to Frind Estate Winery, the first beachfront winery in North America, on the historic Bennett Property in West Kelowna, British Columbia. The property was purchased in 2017 after Markus Frind sold his company Plenty of Fish and wanted to do something more hands-on. With over 500 years of family farming history, Markus wanted to combine his two passions; technology and agriculture. Today, Frind Estate Winery is one of the most advanced wineries in the world, using cutting-edge technology to create truly distinctive wines. Taste their wine while savouring the beachfront and lake view!

Finally, we'll take you to the Hatch, which opened in a quirky, renovated tractor shed in 2015 and quickly became a local favourite. Known for the whimsical label artwork, laid-back tasting room experience, and quality award-winning wines, the Hatch has something for everyone.

For lunch, we'll stop at the Modest Butcher at Mt Boucherie Estate Winery, where you'll enjoy a mouth-watering meal crafted from locally sourced ingredients. The Okanagan's best dining experience, served with a pinch of modesty. They feature classic wines from around the world to complement their award-winning portfolio. Their meats are sourced from within a reasonable radius, they support Okanagan producers, and their vegetarian and gluten-friendly options are excellent.

After lunch, savour the season's flavours while enjoying a guided tasting of Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery's exceptional wines.

Mt. Boucherie started as a grape-growing business in 1968 and soon became one of the largest vineyard holdings in British Columbia, farming 200 acres of land in both the Similkameen and Okanagan Valleys.

In 2020, following 20 years of running from a modest tasting room, they opened the doors to a brand-new luxurious wine experience centre. The 15,000-square-foot building features The Modest Butcher Kitchen, a tasting room and multiple private event facilities with some of the best views in the valley.

 

Tour info

Duration
5 hours
Group Size
no limit
Price starts at
CA$169
Languages
English

Why take this tour?

Picture yourself on the West Kelowna Westside Wine Trail, home to historic vineyards and exciting newcomers. Marvel at the mesmerizing Okanagan Lake vistas and sun-soaked hills that create the perfect terroir. This trail is a haven for cozy, family-owned wineries that pour their heart and soul into every bottle of BC wine.

The Westside Wine Trail captivates with its stunning vineyards on Mt. Boucherie, where nutrient-rich volcanic soils nurture exceptional grapes. Many choices satisfy every palate, from esteemed wineries like Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery to vibrant newcomers like The Hatch and Frind Winery.

At Wicked Tours, we understand your hesitations about wine tours. But worry not, as we blend farm-style hospitality with upscale elegance for an unforgettable journey. Soak in the picturesque lake views and rolling vineyards as you indulge in the region's finest culinary offerings.

Join us on an authentically wicked wine tour. Book now and elevate your wine-tasting experience with our playful, rock n' roll approach.

Included

  • Wine-tasting experiences at four West Kelowna wineries

  • Lunch stop at a West Kelowna winery restaurant

  • Pick-up and drop-off at your accommodation

  • Round-trip transport in a Ford Transit or Lincoln Navigator

  • Complimentary bottled water

  • Winery tasting fees ($30 Value)

  • Wicked Wine Concierge

Excluded

  • Taxes

  • Gratuities

  • Cost of lunch

Frequently asked questions

Plans sometimes change. We get it; it happens to us too. So we're happy to provide a hassle-free, 100% refund if you give us 48 hours' notice. Within 48 hours, we've already started preparing for your tour, and we can't quickly fill your slot, so we can't provide you with a refund in that case, and there is a 100% charge for the entire invoice. Very, very rarely, we're the ones that have to cancel. We'll try hard not to, but if we do, we'll ask if you prefer to reschedule or have us refund you. Should government restrictions prevent tours from operating, reservations can be rescheduled or are 100% refundable.
Reservations are available for single guests on most tours. Public tours require a minimum of two guests to operate. If the tour capacity is unmet, we will contact you to schedule an available tour or refund your deposit. Pick-up requests are not guaranteed for single guests. You may be asked to meet at a central location for pick-up/drop-off. If pick-up at your requested location is unavailable, we will contact you 24 hours before your tour to schedule an alternate location.
We have special tour rates for adult guests who choose not to participate in wine tasting, and 'riders' receive tasty, locally-made Motherlove Kombucha.
No. Tour schedules reflect the availability of wineries, breweries, and restaurants and are not adjustable. For private, full-day tours only, we may alter itineraries.
A 20% deposit is required at the time of booking. Your Tour Guide will collect the balance of the payment after the tour. We accept cash and credit cards, including American Express, MasterCard, and Visa. Debit is not available. Gratuities are NOT included - suggested gratuity: 15-25%. For groups of eight or more, private tours, and prepaid invoices, an 18% gratuity will be added. Split payments are available for small groups. For large groups, please organize payment in advance and present your Tour Guide with one payment method.

Things to know

Availability

This tour is available from 11 AM - 4 PM from January to December.

This tour is available from 11 AM - 4 PM from January to December.

Private Tours

Same Day Reservations

Please call us at (250) 864-9453 for same day availability.

Please call us at (250) 864-9453 for same day availability.

Group Rates

5+ guests = $169 per person
1-4 guests - $189 per person

5+ guests = $169 per person
1-4 guests - $189 per person

Fine Print

All rates per person. Rates are subject to increase on weekends and holidays.

All rates per person. Rates are subject to increase on weekends and holidays.

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