Wine History Tours in Willamette Valley Oregon
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The wine tour for wine and history lovers alike. If you love drinking wine and watching documentaries, you are our clientele! We provide several custom tour options to ensure your experience in Oregon wine country takes you to the best wineries while educating you on the history and culture of Willamette Valley.
You'll be exposed to the best wines, amazing views, and beautiful stories. We specialize in customizing our trips so you visit only the best boutique wineries that represent the heart of Willamette Valley.
Tours cover three wineries at a nice pace or four wineries at a quick pace (to be determined based on your preferences in discussion once booked).
Lunch and tasting fees are not included.
As you tour the valley in style, prepare for a fun, relaxing, and educational experience!
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 21-97
Duration: 5–9 hours
Start time: Check availability
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Live guide: English
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- Round Trip Transportation
- Driver is your English speaking guide and valley insider
- Bottle of water to all visitors
- Entry/Admission - Beaux Freres
- Entry/Admission - Domaine Divio
- Entry/Admission - Winderlea Vineyard and Winery
What's not included- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Tasting Room Fees
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
- Red Hills Market, 155 SW 7th St, Dundee, OR 97115, USAIf no pickup is needed, we will meet in Newberg or at Red Hills Market in Dundee.
Pickup details- We will pick you up at your hotel, AirBnB in the greater Portland area or at PDX airport!
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Portland Intl Airport, 7000 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 346224P3- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travellers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 346224P3
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- rblakely20170 contributionsGood Visit to Pinot CountryWe had a very nice time with Ken and Tamara last week. They tailored our visit to our wine preferences and gave us a mix of wineries with tasting in high-view point wineries and ones with that plus personal meetings with the winemakers. All in all, a very nice time with easy communication before and during our day trip. Thanks guys!Written 27 November 2024
- 716jillc0 contributionsGirls Wine TripWe visited Oregon for the first time to celebrate my besties 50th birthday. Our driver was amazing. We were going for the experience and did not request a specific winery. We were picked up promptly and received text communication as stated. At the end of each wine tasting visit our driver came in and discussed our experience and assisted us with navigating membership and additional bottles of wine. Our lunch was fantastic! Overall, it was worth every penny and we are planning our next trip next year! Such a beautiful area and so much fun.Written 18 November 2024
- Tara M0 contributionsBEST WINE TOUR GUIDEThe owner, Ken, was awesome. Not only did he take us to some of the best wineries in Willamette Valley, he also knew the history of the area and could tell us about each of the different wineries. Ken went above and beyond and I will use him again for our next trip to the Portland area!Written 12 November 2024
- Freedom6389920 contributionsOutstanding TourKen was an outstanding, highly informative guide. He reached out before our arrival to understand our groups interests. He provided a customized tour that addressed all of our requests. He has a comprehensive understanding of the valley. He also included interesting historical perspectives to wine and the area.Written 2 November 2024
- bethriordan0 contributions4 wineries in WillametteKen helped us plan our day for a 4 winery tour, and left us in the capable hands of his wife Tamara. We had a wonderful day traveling through the valley in the Newberg area, Tamara was gracious and educational, and we want to come back with our friends!Written 20 October 2024
- bethriordan0 contributionsLovely day in Willamette Valley!Ken had another party to attend to and left us in the very capable hands of his wife Tamara. We spent a wonderful day in the Newberg area of the Willamette Valley, with a trip to 4 wineries. The itinerary was set up by Ken after emailing our interests. Tamara was gracious and knowledgeable and we enjoyed her company and the education we received. Highly recommend this company!Written 20 October 2024
- Navigator421197076460 contributionsLocals Only Experience with KenStop your search now. You've found your guide! Ken is the best in the business. Incredibly knowledgeable about wine, history, and the area. We spent 2 amazing days with Ken going to wineries throughout the Willamette Valley. The wineries we went to were all amazing and had qualities that made each of them stand out. It truly felt like we were getting the locals only experience. Throughout our travels together Ken weaved the history of wine in Willamette Valley into stories along our journey. Ken made our trip special and helped us create memories we will never forget. Book Ken and make your memories now!Written 6 October 2024
- 644shanah0 contributionsA MUST FOR FIRST TIMERSIt was our first time to Willamette and we were not sure where to start. Looking on line there are hundreds of vineyards and we were overwhelmed. We were picked up at our B&B and dropped off that evening - never rushed and were able to pace ourselves, truly appreciating the day. Ken and Tamara nailed it with the selected vineyards and their hospitality was over the top. We had enough time at each winery and did not feel rushed. Between each stop we were educated on so many components of the location, the wineries and history. If you have never experienced Willamette before you MUST take this tour.Written 25 September 2024
- courtneycZ8029JP0 contributionsThe perfect Willamette Vally dayWow, this wine tour was really special! Ken set us up at fantastic wineries that we never would have know about without his help. Ken was easy going, flexible, knowledgeable and fun to spend the day with! So glad we went this tour.Written 22 September 2024
- amandam2315640 contributionsPerfect DayGreat staff, perfect vineyard picks. Would absolutely recommend. Every detail was taken care of. Our tour guide went above and beyond!Written 21 September 2024
- J3g70 contributionsWine tour outstanding!Ken did an outstanding job as a historian educating us on the local wines/winery’s we visited. All 3 stops were thought out and with a purpose. The wine concierge’s were well versed and appreciated the time they invested in our group. Only recommendation is if you are wanting a specific winery you are interested in, you need to let them know in advance as they make appointments and want to respect that. We definitely loved staying in Newberg and can’t wait to come back.Written 21 September 2024
- acowalsh0 contributionsWine History Tour with Key Wytsma ReviewMy husband and I enjoyed an amazing wine tour with Ken Wytsma as our historian and guide. He was very knowledgeable about the history of the valley, winemaking and entire region. He seamlessly coupled the significance of wine traditions throughout global history with the uniqueness of the vineyards in Willamette. He introduced us to three vineyards which we may not have encountered on our own. The tasting experiences were amazing, with congenial wine concierges. We also had the opportunity to meet a fifth generation owner/winemaker originally from Burgundy. We highly recommend traveling to the valley during harvest time for an enhanced experience.Written 20 September 2024
- jarmstrongsd0 contributionsTwo-day customized tour of for wineries in the Willamette Valley.Ken is an outstanding wine tour guide. His knowledge of wines in general and of Willamette Valley wines and the local industry in particular is impressive. He helped my girlfriend and I customize two days of wine tasting at two larger wineries and two smaller ones in two subregions of the valley. In addition to his knowledge, Ken presents a professional demeanor and a winning personality. JohnWritten 13 August 2024
- Fearless686659311270 contributionsThe Perfect GuidesKen and his wife Tamara were the perfect guides for our weekend wine tasting get away in the Willamette Valley. They were fantastic story tellers and they educated us about the wines, the wineries, the restaurants, and the local community. It was a pleasure spending time with them and learning about the Oregon wine industry. Cheers, Patrick G.Written 11 August 2024
- 50226Chris0 contributionsFantastic experienceI couldn’t recommend them more! Great communication with the owner. Perfect day, beautiful views and wonderful wines.Written 3 August 2024
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Conor M
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Aug 2024 • Couples
Wow, it was an amazing day with Ken and exquisite local wines. Ken is a walking encyclopedia of history, and coupled with passionate hosts at each winery, the tour provided a delightful journey through the region’s viticultural heritage, perfect for wine enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Can't wait to book again!
Written 16 August 2024
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Rick J
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Sept 2024 • Family
My wife and I had the best time. We met both Tamara and Ken who were fantastic hosts. We visited many local wineries and tasted some of the best Pinot Noir's that Oregon has to offer. We will recommend this trip to all our friends. Thanks again Ken and Tamara for exceeding all expectations.
Written 17 September 2024
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Debra F
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Oct 2024 • Friends
We experienced 4 wineries covering Yamhill-Carlton, Dundee Hills, and Ribbon Ridge AVAs. Ken did a great job of planning and choosing where to go. He was very knowledgable about wine in general and wine making specifically in Willamette Valley. We learned a lot from him as we rode through the beautiful Oregon countryside. It was an excellent tour!
Written 21 October 2024
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Michele M
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Aug 2024 • Couples
Absolutely the best tours in the Willamette Valley considering you get a much deeper understanding of wine history and even more appreciation for it. Ken was so engaging and his story telling talents were such a treat. This tour really is a step above!
Written 12 August 2024
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