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FAQS
Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before you book.

Can't find your answer?

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Call us at 208-467-3047 Option 2 or

Text us at 208-753-1983

Email: Winetours@westernmountain.com

What's the difference between a public and private tour? 

 

On a public tour you book individual seats and may ride with other guests. A minimum of 4 guests must be booked for any tour to run. If the minimum is not met, the tour may be rescheduled. On a private tour your group reserves the entire van, nobody else joins, and you can be picked up anywhere in the Treasure Valley. A minimum of 8 guests are required for a private tour. ​How many guests can your van hold? Our van seats up to 14 guests.

 

Do you have room for groups larger than 14?​

 

Yes, subject to availability. Please contact us for more information.

 

​What's included in the public and private wine tour?​

 

Wine tasting fees at three wineries included, transportation between stops, snacks, and bottled and sparkling water. 

 

What are the different tours?

 

The Public Tours and Private Tours are both $115 per person. A minimum of 8 tickets have to be purchased for Private Tours. DIY Tours, Private Transportation, and Wedding Transportation are $149 per hour, with a 3-hour minimum.

 

​Is a tip included?​

 

Tips to the driver are not included. Tips are always appreciated but not required. Tips for servers at wineries are included.

 

​​Is there food? Can we bring our own? 

 

We provide snacks, bottled water and sparkling water on the van. We recommend eating a good meal before your tour and snacking during it. Guest may bring their own food, cakes, or cookies. You will need to bring your own supplies for cakes: plates, forks, napkins, etc... However, not all wineries allow outside food, please contact us if you would like to bring your own food, and we can schedule your tour to accommodate this. Many wineries have charcuterie or food options available for purchase as well.  ​

 

Can I buy wine at the winery? ​

 

Extra glasses of wine and bottles of wine can be purchased separately at the winery. Subject to availability. It is not included in the wine tour price. 

 

How long is a wine tour?

 

Tours last 4 to 5 hours, not including the drive to and from your pickup location.

 

Can we choose the wineries?

 

On a DIY Wine Tour, yes: you design the itinerary. On a Public or a Private Tour, we will do our best to accommodate requests, just let us know in the "Additional comments or requests" section when you book, or reach out to us directly by phone, text,

 

Can we book more or less than the standard 3 wineries?

 

DIY Wine Tours, Private Wine Tours, and Private Transportation packages can be customized, subject to winery availability. Public Wine Tours always visit 3 wineries.

 

​Where do you pick us up? 

 

With a Public Tour you can choose one of the four following locations in the Treasure Valley:

  • Boise: Boise Town Square on the West side next to Macy's across from Olive Garden: 370 N Milwaukee St., Boise, ID 83704

  • Meridian: The Village at Meridian in the parking lot near Mountain West Bank: 1660 N. Eagle Rd., Meridian, ID 83646

  • Nampa: Downtown Parking Garage at the Nampa Library: 1100 3rd St. S., Nampa, ID 83651

  • Caldwell: Indian Creek Plaza, next to Flying M behind the Stage: 120 S Kimball Ave, Caldwell, ID 83605

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Will you drop us off where you picked us up? 

 

Public tours will have the same pickup and drop off location. However, Private Tours can have a different drop off location. Contact us for more information.

 

Can guests under 21 go on the tours?

 

Guests under 21 are welcome for Private Transportation or DIY Wine Tours.

 

What time do tours start and how long do they typically run?

 

Reservations can start as early as 11. Pickup time would depend on pickup location and when you would like to start your tour. First reservation can be as late as 1pm. Tours Typically run 4-5 hours, not including drive to and from your pickup location.

 

Is the van wheelchair accessible?

 

Unfortunately, we do not have a van that is wheelchair accessible at this time.

 

What if I only have 2 guests?

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Contact us and we can get you on a list of a tour that is already running.

 

How soon will you reply to a quote request?

 

Within 1 business day.

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What is your cancellation policy?

 

All sales are final. If you can't make it, you're welcome to transfer your reservation to someone else for the same tour.

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