Dripping Springs Wine Tours

Wine Tours in Dripping Springs, Tx

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Dripping Springs Wine Tours by Party Bus — Book a Guided Wine Tasting Tour to the Best Wineries Near Austin

The closest wine country to Austin. The most wineries per square mile in the Hill Country. And rideshare that barely works out here. That is Dripping Springs — 20 minutes from downtown Austin with 10+ wineries and tasting rooms clustered along Bell Springs Road and the FM 12/150 corridor. We run groups to every winery in Dripping Springs and bring everyone home safely. Call 512-825-4032 or book below.

Austin Nites Party Bus operates custom Dripping Springs wine tours for groups of 8–30 on our owner-operated Austin party bus fleet. Every tour is fully customizable — tell us which wineries interest you, your headcount, and your date. We build the route, recommend the vehicle, and send a quote within 15 minutes.

How Our Dripping Springs Wine Tours Work

Step 1: Call 512-825-4032 or submit a quote. Tell us your date, headcount, and whether you want wine only or wine + distilleries. We respond within 15 minutes with a custom route and all-inclusive price.

Step 2: We build your wine tour route. We recommend 3–4 wineries based on your group’s preferences, schedule tasting times where needed, and sequence the stops for the best flow. Every Dripping Springs wine tour is customized — no cookie-cutter routes.

Step 3: Secure your date with a deposit. The deposit locks your vehicle and date. Applied toward your total.

Step 4: We pick you up. The driver arrives 15 minutes early at your Austin location. The bus has ice in the coolers, the sound system is ready, and the BYOB bar area is set. The wine tour starts the moment you board — mimosas on the 20-minute drive to Dripping Springs.

Step 5: We drive the entire tour. Between every winery, the bus is your BYOB lounge — music, drinks, Hill Country views through the windows. At every winery, the bus parks and waits. When your group finishes tasting, the bus is there. No waiting for an Uber that may never come.

Step 6: We bring you home. The bus drops your entire group door-to-door. Option: transition from the wine tour to Rainey Street cocktails or 6th Street nightlife for the evening.

Where We Take You — Wine Tours Dripping Springs TX Wineries

We have relationships with every winery on the Dripping Springs Wine Trail. Here are the wineries our groups visit most frequently:

Bell Springs Winery & Brewery

3700 Bell Springs Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 | Open Wed–Sun

Bell Springs is the anchor of the Dripping Springs wine scene and our most-visited winery. The property has BOTH a winery and a brewery (Bell Springs Brewing) on the same grounds — which means groups with mixed drinkers are all happy at the same stop. The owners also operate Sidecar Tasting Room, a prohibition-style wine bar in downtown Dripping Springs. Walk-in tastings welcome. Private events and group tours available. Pet-friendly with ample outdoor space. The casual Hill Country atmosphere makes Bell Springs the ideal first or last stop on any Dripping Springs wine tour.

Hawk’s Shadow Winery

7500 McGregor Ln, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 | Saturdays (call for other days)

Hawk’s Shadow has the best wines in Dripping Springs — ask anyone who has done the full trail. The 45-acre estate features two vineyards, a new winery and tasting room, and views of the Pedernales River Valley that make you forget you are 20 minutes from Austin. The cellar tour is the highlight: a spiral staircase descends into a European-style cool cellar with barrels lining both sides. All grapes are Texas-grown (Central Texas and Texas High Plains). The reds and whites are consistently excellent across the board. Hawk’s Shadow is the winery for groups who care about the quality in their glass, not just the Instagram backdrop.

Party bus note: Hawk’s Shadow is off the beaten path on McGregor Lane — a more remote location that makes rideshare unreliable. The bus navigates the rural road and parks on the property.

Parmeson Wines

5300 Bell Springs Rd Unit B, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

A boutique family winery producing handcrafted Sonoma and California wines from the heart of Dripping Springs. Owner and winemaker Tom Parmeson brings a UC Davis education and California winemaking background to a quaint Texas tasting room adjacent to a stone sculpture garden. The tasting room features relics and Texas history including granite from the State Capitol. The current menu features Alexander Valley and Russian River Valley selections. Indoor and outdoor seating with views of the sculpture garden. Parmeson is located on Bell Springs Road just 1/10 of a mile from Graveyard Vineyards — the two pair naturally as back-to-back stops.

Graveyard Vineyards

Bell Springs Rd, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

Named for its proximity to a historic cemetery, Graveyard Vineyards is a small-batch Texas winery with a gothic-meets-Hill-Country aesthetic unlike any other tasting room in the region. The unique branding and the quality of the wines make Graveyard a memorable stop and a strong photo-op for group tours. Located steps from Parmeson Wines on Bell Springs Road.

Solaro Estate

One of the newer additions to the Dripping Springs wine scene, Solaro Estate has quickly earned a reputation for quality wines and stunning Hill Country views. The estate-style property and polished tasting experience make Solaro a strong stop for groups who want an elevated wine tour atmosphere.

Sidecar Tasting Room

A prohibition-style wine bar in the heart of downtown Dripping Springs, operated by the owners of Bell Springs Winery. Sidecar offers wines by the glass and bottle in a cozy indoor space with an outdoor patio. Best for: groups who want a downtown Dripping Springs stop between wineries, or an evening wine-bar experience that pairs with dinner at a nearby restaurant.

Gambini Family Estate and More

The Dripping Springs Wine Trail also includes Gambini Family Estate, Henly Vineyards, Summer Revival Wine Co., and emerging tasting rooms that open each year. We stay current with every new addition. Tell us your group’s preferences and we recommend the wineries that match.

Our Dripping Springs Wine Tour Routes — 4 Options for Every Group

We have refined these routes over hundreds of bookings. Each is customizable. Book any route on our party bus rental Austin fleet:

Route 1: The Bell Springs Road Classic (5–6 Hours)

Our most popular Dripping Springs wine tour. Best for first-timers.

Pickup 10 AM. BYOB mimosas on the 20-minute drive. Bell Springs Winery & Brewery (60 min — wine AND beer tastings). Walk to Parmeson Wines (45 min — 1/10 mile away). Walk to Graveyard Vineyards (45 min). Bus to Hawk’s Shadow Winery for the cellar tour and panoramic views (75 min). Return by 4–5 PM.

Price: $750–$1,250 total | Per person (12 guests): $63–$104

Call 512-825-4032 to book Route 1.

Route 2: Dripping Springs + Driftwood Combo (6–7 Hours)

Two wine regions in one day. Our most comprehensive tour.

Pickup 10 AM. Bell Springs Winery (60 min). Parmeson or Graveyard (45 min). Bus to Driftwood (10 min). Salt Lick Cellars for wine tasting + Salt Lick BBQ lunch (90 min). Driftwood Estate Winery for the Million Dollar View (60 min). Return by 5–6 PM. See our Driftwood/Spicewood wine tour page.

Price: $900–$1,500 total | Per person (14 guests): $64–$107

Call 512-825-4032 to book Route 2.

Route 3: Wine + Distillery Mashup (6–7 Hours)

For mixed groups with wine and spirit lovers.

Pickup 10 AM. Bell Springs Winery (60 min). Hawk’s Shadow cellar tour (60 min). Bus to Deep Eddy Vodka for flavored vodka tastings (45 min). Bus to Treaty Oak Distilling + lunch at Alice’s Restaurant (90 min). Return by 5–6 PM. Wine, vodka, whiskey, and a real meal. See our distillery tour page.

Price: $900–$1,500 total | Per person (14 guests): $64–$107

Call 512-825-4032 to book Route 3.

Route 4: Wine Tour to Nightlife Pipeline (8–10 Hours)

The full day: Dripping Springs by day, Austin nightlife by night.

Pickup 10 AM. Dripping Springs wine tour Route 1 or Route 2 (5–7 hrs). Return to Austin hotel by 4–5 PM for outfit change and rest. Pickup 7:30 PM. Rainey Street cocktail crawl or 6th Street nightlife (4–5 hrs). Two bookings, one legendary day. See our bar hopping tours.

Price: $1,500–$2,500 total | Per person (14 guests): $107–$179

Call 512-825-4032 to book Route 4.

Wine Tour Dripping Springs — Our 2026 Pricing

Transparent pricing. No hidden fees. The quote you receive is the price you pay.

Sprinter Van (8–14 guests): Starting at $150/hr. The ideal wine tour vehicle — fits winery parking lots, gravel driveways, and rural roads. The intimate lounge setting matches the tasting-room atmosphere.

20-Passenger Party Bus (14–20 guests): Starting at $185/hr. Dance floor and sound system for the BYOB rides between wineries.

30-Passenger Party Bus (20–30 guests): Starting at $225/hr. Onboard restroom for the longer combo routes.

What is included: Vehicle, professional licensed driver, fuel, premium Bluetooth sound system, LED lighting, BYOB bar area with coolers and ice, climate control, tinted windows.

Not included: Winery tasting fees ($12–25/person per winery), lunch ($15–35/person at Salt Lick or Treaty Oak), driver gratuity (optional, 15–20%).

All-in per person: $100–$200 for bus + tastings + lunch across a 3–4 winery tour.

Full pricing on our pricing page. Browse vehicles on our fleet page.

Why Groups Book Their Dripping Springs Wine Tour With Us

Rideshare does not work in Dripping Springs wine country. The wineries are on rural Bell Springs Road and McGregor Lane with spotty cell service and almost zero rideshare demand. Multiple travel bloggers warn that Uber and Lyft are "extremely risky" in the area. An Austin party bus rental is the only reliable group transportation to Dripping Springs wineries.

We know every winery. We run Dripping Springs wine tours every weekend. We know the parking at Bell Springs, the gravel road to Hawk’s Shadow, the walk between Parmeson and Graveyard, and the timing that makes 3–4 wineries flow without rushing.

We own every bus. No brokers. No subcontractors. The vehicle in our gallery is the vehicle that arrives.

We employ every driver. Background-checked, commercially licensed, trained on Hill Country routes. Your driver knows the FM roads, the winery driveways, and the fastest route back to Austin.

The bus ride IS part of the wine tour. BYOB mimosas on the morning drive. Music between wineries. The cooler stocked with champagne. The 10–15 minute drive between tasting rooms keeps the group energy building instead of killing it in a caravan of silent SUVs.

We respond in 15 minutes. Call 512-825-4032. No phone trees. You talk to the booking team directly.

Who Books Our Dripping Springs Wine Tours

Bachelorette parties — Our #1 wine tour group. The Bell Springs Road Classic (Route 1) by day + Rainey Street by night (Route 4) is the signature bachelorette split-day in Austin. See our bachelorette party bus page.

Birthday celebrations — 30th, 40th, 50th. Decorations on the bus, champagne toast at the first winery, and the birthday person’s route built around their preferences.

Bachelor parties — The Wine + Distillery Mashup (Route 3) covers wine AND spirits. Bell Springs for wine, Hawk’s Shadow for the cellar, Deep Eddy for vodka, Treaty Oak for whiskey and lunch. See our bachelor party bus page.

Couples’ groups — 3–5 couples on the Sprinter van doing Route 1. The intimate setting and the Hill Country drive make it feel like a private wine tour.

Corporate outings — The Dripping Springs wine tour is a polished team experience that gets the office out of Austin and into the Hill Country.

Visitors and tourists — First-time Austin visitors who want to see the Hill Country wine region. The Dripping Springs wine tour is the quickest way to experience Texas wine country from Austin.

Combine Your Dripping Springs Wine Tour With Our Other Services

Our party bus rentals Austin TX fleet runs more than wine tours. Popular combinations:

Wine tour + nightlife: Dripping Springs by day, Rainey Street or 6th Street by night. See our bar hopping tours.

Wine tour + distillery tour: Route 3 already combines wine and spirits. Or do a morning wine tour and afternoon distillery crawl to Deep Eddy and Treaty Oak. See our distillery tour page.

Wine tour + brewery tour: Dripping Springs wine in the morning, East Austin breweries in the afternoon. Lazarus, Meanwhile, and Zilker are all 20 minutes from downtown. See our brewery tour page.

Wine tour + Lake Travis: Morning wine tour, afternoon sunset at The Oasis on Lake Travis. See our lake shuttle service.

Dripping Springs + other wine regions: Extend the tour to Driftwood/Spicewood (10 min away), Johnson City (45 min), Fredericksburg (60 min), or New Braunfels. See all regions on our wine tours hub.

What to Know Before Your Dripping Springs Wine Tour

BYOB on the bus, not at the wineries. Load the cooler with mimosas and champagne for the drive. At the wineries, you are tasting and purchasing their product. No outside alcohol on any winery property.

Plan 45–75 minutes per winery. A tasting takes 30–45 minutes. Add time for photos, shopping the gift area, and enjoying a glass on the patio. Do not rush — the relaxed pace is what makes a wine tour feel like an escape.

Bell Springs Road is the hub. Bell Springs Winery, Parmeson Wines, and Graveyard Vineyards are all on the same road within a 10-minute drive of each other. Parmeson and Graveyard are walking distance (1/10 mile apart). This cluster makes 3 tastings in 2.5 hours easy.

Hawk’s Shadow is worth the detour. It is the most remote winery on the trail (McGregor Lane, off the main corridor) but the cellar tour and panoramic views make it the standout stop. Call ahead for availability — regular hours are Saturdays, but tastings can be arranged other days.

Eat mid-tour. Salt Lick BBQ (10 min from Dripping Springs in Driftwood) is the classic wine tour lunch. Treaty Oak’s Alice’s Restaurant is the upscale option. Do not skip lunch — 3–4 wine tastings on an empty stomach is a recipe for crashing by 2 PM.

October through May is ideal. The outdoor patios at Dripping Springs wineries are the experience. July–September Texas heat makes outdoor tasting uncomfortable. Schedule for the cooler months.

Download your playlist. Cell service drops on Bell Springs Road and McGregor Lane. Downloaded music keeps the BYOB ride between wineries seamless.

Pet-friendly at most wineries. Bell Springs, Hawk’s Shadow, and several others welcome leashed pets on outdoor patios. Check individual winery policies if bringing your dog.

How Dripping Springs Compares to Other Hill Country Wine Regions

Dripping Springs: 20 min from Austin. 10+ tasting rooms. The closest wine region to downtown. Best for: half-day tours, groups who want to stay close to Austin, the Bell Springs Road cluster.

Driftwood: 25 min from Austin. 3 anchor wineries (Driftwood Estate, Fall Creek, Salt Lick Cellars) + Salt Lick BBQ. The Million Dollar View. See our Driftwood/Spicewood page.

Fredericksburg: 75–90 min from Austin. 50+ tasting rooms on 290 Wine Road. The Texas wine capital. Full-day destination. See our Fredericksburg page and Austin-to-Fredericksburg shuttle.

Johnson City: 60 min. Lewis Wines, Pedernales Cellars, Texas Hills Vineyard. Quieter Hill Country. See our Johnson City page.

New Braunfels: 45 min south. Gruene Historic District + wineries + Guadalupe River tubing. See our New Braunfels page.

View all 6 wine regions on our wine tours hub.

Dripping Springs Wine Tours — Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Dripping Springs from Austin?

20–25 minutes southwest of downtown Austin on Highway 290 and FM 12. The bus handles the drive with BYOB and music.

How many wineries can we visit?

3–4 wineries in 5–6 hours is the sweet spot. Adding Driftwood or distilleries extends to 4–5 stops in 6–7 hours. Most groups find 3 tastings plus a real lunch is the ideal balance.

Does Uber work in Dripping Springs?

Unreliably. The wineries are on rural roads with low rideshare demand. Multiple travel bloggers describe Uber and Lyft in Dripping Springs as "extremely risky." A party bus is the only reliable group transportation.

What does a Dripping Springs wine tour cost?

$750–$1,500 for the bus depending on route and vehicle. Per person all-in (bus + tastings + lunch): $100–$200. See our pricing page.

What is the best vehicle?

The Sprinter van for 8–14 guests (fits winery lots and rural roads perfectly). The 20-passenger party bus for 14–20. Browse our fleet page.

Can we combine wine with distilleries?

Yes. Route 3 combines Bell Springs and Hawk’s Shadow wineries with Deep Eddy Vodka and Treaty Oak Distilling. See our distillery tour page.

Which route is best for a bachelorette party?

Route 1 (Bell Springs Road Classic) for the wine tour, then Route 4 (Pipeline) for evening nightlife. The classic bachelorette split-day. See our bachelorette page.

Do we need reservations?

Bell Springs, Parmeson, Graveyard, and Sidecar accept walk-ins. Hawk’s Shadow is best reserved in advance (especially for the cellar tour). Call ahead for groups of 10+.

Can we bring food to the wineries?

Policies vary. Most wineries allow outside food on outdoor patios but not in tasting rooms. Salt Lick BBQ to-go + winery patio picnic is a popular local combo.

How far in advance should I book?

Peak weekends: 2–3 weeks. Weekdays: often within 1 week. Call 512-825-4032 or visit our contact page.

Book Your Dripping Springs Wine Tour Now

Austin Nites runs more Dripping Springs wine tours than any other party bus Austin TX company. We know every winery on Bell Springs Road, the cellar tour at Hawk’s Shadow, the walk between Parmeson and Graveyard, and the fastest route from downtown Austin to the first tasting. We own every bus, employ every driver, and make the 20-minute drive to Dripping Springs feel like the first pour of the day.

Call 512-825-4032 for an immediate Dripping Springs wine tour quote. Or visit our contact page and tell us your date, group size, and preferred wineries. We respond within 15 minutes with a custom route and all-inclusive price.