FREDERICKSBURG GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A private, small-group sweep through Fredericksburg’s Texas Wine Country — three curated tastings, a local guide, and lunch tailored to your table.
A 5–7 hour private tour for up to six guests that delivers tastings at three distinct venues (wineries, breweries, or distilleries) with a fully customized itinerary and an included lunch.
A private, small-group sweep through Fredericksburg’s Texas Wine Country — three curated tastings, a local guide, and lunch tailored to your table..
Settle into an intimate, all-inclusive circuit through Texas Wine Country where an expert Guest Concierge and personal wine guide shape a private tasting day around your palate, preferences and pace — three venues, local insight, and a leisurely midday meal are woven into a flexible 5–7 hour plan.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Insider knowledge built on a decade-plus of experience
Cellar Rat Wine Tours brings more than 12 years of regional experience and winemaking background to each private itinerary, leveraging established relationships to unlock tastings and insights few visitors encounter.
No cookie-cutter routes — fully customized days
Every Private Tour is built to your tastes: the Guest Concierge works with you to choose wineries, breweries or distilleries and sequences the day so you maximize quality time and experiences that fit your style.
Three venues plus lunch — all handled for you
The private format includes tastings at three unique venues and a lunch en route, with inclusive planning and on-the-ground coordination so you can relax and learn without logistics stress.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The day unfolds as a personalized tasting crawl — a morning pickup at your lodging, then a curated rotation through three tasting rooms (wineries, breweries or distilleries) chosen for your group’s palate, punctuated by a leisurely lunch and guided commentary from a local host over a 5–7 hour window.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who gets the most from this private experience — and who should plan accordingly.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Private Tours typically run 5–7 hours and commonly start around mid-morning; the operator is flexible and can work around your schedule.
Bring comfortable shoes, layers because cellar temperatures can be chilly, and valid ID for guests of legal drinking age; bring ‘fun pants’ and any desired non-alcoholic snacks — note that some wineries prohibit outside food.
Pickup is provided at your place of lodging in Fredericksburg; for private tours outside the immediate Fredericksburg area the operator can provide custom transportation quotes based on a provided pickup address.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What is a "Cellar Rat"?
Traditionally, a cellar rat is a winery worker who handles behind-the-scenes tasks—hosing floors, moving barrels and managing cases—work that keeps the winemaking operation running.
What days of the week do you tour?
Tours operate seven days a week, though some partner wineries may be closed mid-week.
What time do tours start?
Tours typically start around 10am–11am, but the operator is willing to accommodate schedules outside those times.
Are vegetarian and gluten-free lunch options available?
Yes — please notify the operator in advance of any special dietary preferences when making your reservation.
Can I bring my pet on the tour?
No — pets are not allowed to ride with the Rat; there are several pet care options in Fredericksburg to consider.
Can I bring my own food or alcohol?
Vehicles are stocked with a cooler and bottled water and you may bring snacks, but some wineries prohibit outside food and open alcohol is not allowed in the vans.
Do you offer discounts for non-drinking guests?
Yes — tasting fees are discounted for non-drinking guests.
Do you provide transportation outside of Fredericksburg?
Yes — transportation outside the Fredericksburg area is available for Private Tours; the operator will request a pickup address to provide a custom quote.