Custom Tour

Custom Tour—Cruise the Okanagan in a 1953 Bel Air and taste your way through West Kelowna’s sun-soaked vineyards. Located in West Kelowna in British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley, this five-hour private winery shuttle is as much about the ride as the tastings. Climb into chrome and bench seats, feel the low rumble of the restored Bel Air, and watch rows of pinot noir and gewürztraminer roll by as your driver-guide steers you between boutique estates.

The trip’s key features are classic car transport, personalized winery stops, and scenic vineyard drives along the lake-facing benchlands above Okanagan Lake. Expect encounters with varied terroirs—sandy bench soils, glacial gravels and warm microclimates that coax ripe fruit from vines—and distinctive regional grape varieties like pinot gris, merlot and icewine-trained riesling. Stop at cellar doors you choose ahead of time; the tour leaves tasting bookings to you, so you can plan a cellar-focused crawl or a relaxed tasting at two to three estates.

Beyond grapes, the setting offers rocky bench slopes, vine-covered hills, and wide views of the lake and the valley’s patchwork of orchards. Keep an eye out for bald eagles that ride thermals and mule deer at the vineyard margins; their presence is part of the region’s character. The Okanagan is also the traditional territory of the Syilx/Okanagan people—acknowledging this heritage adds depth to any wine conversation.

Why this tour stands out: the vehicle. A 1950s Bel Air turns a routine tasting run into an experience that belongs in travel stories—photos on the hood, playlists that match the era, and a driver who doubles as a steward of local vineyard knowledge. It’s private, flexible and ideal for small groups up to four (per the listing), making it a choice for anniversaries, small celebrations, or anyone who prefers pace and personality to a bus schedule.

Practical guidance: plan winery bookings in advance—many Okanagan cellars require reservations for parties and peak summer days fill fast. Bring layers; winds off the lake can be cool even on warm days. The tour runs about five hours; wear comfortable shoes for short cellar walks and tasting rooms.

There’s no publicly listed meeting point or operator name in the listing, so confirm pickup details with the booking provider before arrival. This is a short, stylish way to experience Okanagan wine culture: part automotive nostalgia, part sommelier’s afternoon, and entirely rooted in West Kelowna’s sunlit vineyard slopes. Reserve early in summer if you visit in July or August; peak weekend slots move fast.

Bring a reusable water bottle, sunscreen, and a small cooler for purchases. If you want photos, ask the driver to pause at roadside viewpoints for framed lake-and-row shots—those images often outlast any tasting notes. Bring small cash.