HENDERSONVILLE FOOD TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Saturday Sips Through the Blue Ridge: A Trolley Ride to Two Wineries Near Hendersonville
A five-hour Saturday outing that ferries small groups from Asheville and Hendersonville to two nearby wineries—this guide explains the flow, logistics and what’s not included.
Saturday Sips Through the Blue Ridge: A Trolley Ride to Two Wineries Near Hendersonville.
The Blue Ridge Wine Tour is a relaxed, scenic trolley outing that visits two delightful wineries near Hendersonville, pairing a casual country-style tasting room with a second stop that offers a hint of sophistication. The tour runs on Saturdays, includes a scenic drive and the convenience of food trucks at the wineries, making it an easy weekend escape for wine lovers.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Two Distinct Wineries
The route includes two nearby wineries: a first stop with a casual, country-style tasting room and a second with a slightly more sophisticated atmosphere, offering a compact contrast in tasting experiences.
Easy Saturday Departures from Asheville and Hendersonville
The tour departs each Saturday from Westgate Shopping Center in Asheville and from The Visitor Center in Hendersonville, making it accessible for travelers in both towns.
Scenic Drive with Food-Truck Convenience
A scenic drive ties the stops together and wonderful food trucks are available at the wineries, adding casual, flexible dining options to the tasting experience.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
Board a trolley on Saturday morning for a five-hour round-trip that slips out of town and eases you between two nearby vineyards. The day juxtaposes a laid-back, country tasting room with a more polished stop, and allows time to sample wines, buy from food trucks and take in the Blue Ridge foothills from the window.
THE WINE
Two Distinct Wineries
The route includes two nearby wineries: a first stop with a casual, country-style tasting room and a second with a slightly more sophisticated atmosphere, offering a compact contrast in tasting experiences.
THE LOGISTICS
Easy Saturday Departures from Asheville and Hendersonville
The tour departs each Saturday from Westgate Shopping Center in Asheville and from The Visitor Center in Hendersonville, making it accessible for travelers in both towns.
THE VIBE
Scenic Drive with Food-Truck Convenience
A scenic drive ties the stops together and wonderful food trucks are available at the wineries, adding casual, flexible dining options to the tasting experience.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this outing suits best — and what to expect regarding inclusions.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs approximately five hours.
Departs Saturdays; boarding points include Westgate Shopping Center (Asheville) and The Visitor Center (Hendersonville) with published departure times.
Price is $69 per person.
Bring payment for wine tasting fees (not included) and optional gratuity for the driver; plan for casual outdoor footwear if you wish to explore winery grounds.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Blue Ridge Wine Tour?
The tour lasts approximately five hours.
When and where does the trolley depart?
The tour leaves every Saturday from Westgate Shopping Center in Asheville at 10:30 AM and from The Visitor Center in Hendersonville at 11:10 AM.
How many wineries does the tour visit?
The outing visits two wineries near Hendersonville.
Are wine tastings and meals included in the ticket price?
Wine tasting fees are not included; wonderful food trucks are available at the wineries for casual meals.
How much does the tour cost?
The rate is $69 per person.
Is driver gratuity included?
Driver gratuity is at the client's discretion and is not included in the ticket price.
Who operates the Blue Ridge Wine Tour?
The tour is operated by The Trolley Company.