Harvest & Heights: A Temecula Wine and Balloon Escape
$2250
Deposit: $750
Why Travel with Chicas Abroad?
- Small, intimate groups (6-15 women)
- Perfect blend of adventure, culture, and relaxation
- Unique experiences best shared with a group of adventurous women
- Fun and experienced tour leaders who truly care about YOU
- A casual, judgment-free atmosphere
Who is Chicas Abroad?
We take women on small group adventures around the globe! We will take you out in nature to hike, kayak, bike, and do all the things with a fun group of adventure-seeking women! We also offer custom-curated adventures for you and your friends/family. Reach out to info@chicasabroad.com for more information. You can see all of our upcoming adventures and learn more about our company at chicasabroad.com
About this trip
Join us for a ladies trip to sunny Southern California to taste the delicious wines of Temecula during the Fall harvest season while staying in a gorgeous Mediterranean-style villa with a heated pool. This stunning 7,200-square-foot property offers all the luxuries you’d expect for a perfect girls’ wine trip. In addition to wine tasting (of course!), we’ll be adding in some Chicas Abroad adventure activities with a sunrise hot air balloon ride and a whale watching excursion off the coast of San Diego searching out the majestic blue whales!
Highlights
Activity Level: Easy
Weather
The weather in Temecula in September is beautiful with average highs of 89°F and lows of 63°F. A perfect time for escaping reality and enjoying fine wine in a beautiful location!
Money & Tipping
All the excursions listed in the itinerary are included. Bring cash/credit cards for purchasing souvenirs, additional snacks/meals, alcoholic drinks, extra activities, and other items.All gratuities are included with the exception of those for your Chicas Abroad tour leader. Tipping the Chicas Abroad tour leader is optional and not included in the price of your adventure.
Packing List
A custom packing list will be emailed out a few months prior to departure.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of a lifetime?
Sneak Peek Trip Details
Day 1-Arrive in Temecula
September 19 – Arrive in San Diego, CA and transport to Temecula
Plan to arrive at the San Diego Airport by 3:00pm on September 19th and your amazing Chicas Abroad guide will pick you up in the honorary Chicas van and transport you to our beautiful villa in Temecula. Here we will be having a scrumptious welcome dinner followed by a relaxing and restful evening to charge up for the exciting weekend we have ahead!


Day 2 - Balloon & Wine
September 20 – Sunrise hot air balloon ride and wine-tasting
We will be rising early, grabbing coffee, and heading to our first activity… a sunrise hot air balloon ride where we will view the stunning wine country from above. After our balloon ride, we will enjoy brunch before beginning our wine-tasting for the day.
The plan is to visit at least two wineries today, but may hit up another one if time and energy allow.
Accommodations: Private Villa, Temecula
Meals: Brunch, Snacks, Dinner
Day 3-Wine-Tasting
September 21 – More wine-tasting
Today we will have a slower start with a relaxing morning at the villa, then head to charming Old Town Temecula for shopping. In the afternoon, we will visit 2 more wineries. We will finish out our day with dinner at the Villa.
Accommodations: Private Villa, Temecula
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner


Day 4-Whale-Watching
September 22 – Whale-watching in San Diego and departure
In the morning we will pack up early and head to San Diego for a whale-watching adventure in search of the blue whales and humpback whales that are migrating through during this time of year. We might even be lucky enough to spot orcas!
Our whale-watching tour will finish up around 1:00 and then we will make our way to the San Diego airport. Plan your departures for 4:00pm or after.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Let’s Make This Journey Yours
What’s included
Lodging
3 nights in a private villa in Temecula Wine Country; 6 private Queen rooms and 1 shared King room (discounted rate for shared room)
Ground Transportation
Trip will begin and end in San Diego, CA; all transportation between leaving the airport and arriving back at the airport is included.
Meals
All meals included (2 breakfasts, 1 brunch, 2 lunches, and 3 dinners, snacks). Combination of eating in restaurants and meals made by your tour leader.
Excursions
Visits to multiple wineries with 3 wine-tasting fees included; hot air balloon ride; whale watching tour
Chicas Abroad Swag
Commemorative Chicas Abroad swag included for you to enjoy during and after the adventure
Lifelong Memories
Freedom to enjoy your vacation and mindlessly wander, as well as make lifelong memories and new friends!
What’s not included
Flights
Arrive in San Diego on Friday, September 19th before 3pm; depart San Diego Monday, September 22nd after 4pm
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is highly recommend to cover any unforeseen events. Chicas Abroad will provide you with a link to our recommended carrier upon booking, but you may choose any carrier.
Alcoholic Beverages
Additional alcoholic drinks beyond the 3 included wine-tastings are at your own expense
Chicas Abroad Leader Tip
Your Chicas Abroad tour leader works countless hours before and during the trip to ensure a seamless experience so you can adventure more and worry less! $30-40 per day is typical and much appreciated
Private Queen Room Packages
Registration: $2250
Available until August 19, 2025
Our villa includes a combination of private Queen bedrooms, 1 shared King bedroom, and shared bathrooms. Select the Private Queen Room package if you want to guarantee your own room with a Queen bed
The registration price includes lodging in a gorgeous luxury villa, all meals, 3 wine-tastings, and excursions as described in the itinerary. We take care of all of the details so you can adventure more and worry less!
A $750 non-refundable deposit is due at booking, with 2 additional payments of $750 due in June and July. Please contact us if you’d like a custom payment plan set up.
Shared King Room Packages
Registration: $2000
Available until August 19, 2025
Our villa includes a combination of private Queen bedrooms, 1 shared King bedroom, and shared bathrooms. Select the Shared King Room package if you are traveling with a friend/sister/daughter and would like to share a King bed with a private bathroom.
The registration price includes lodging in a gorgeous luxury villa, all meals, 3 wine-tastings, and excursions as described in the itinerary. We take care of all of the details so you can adventure more and worry less!
A $750 non-refundable deposit is due at booking, with 2 additional payments of $625 due in June and July. Please contact us if you’d like a custom payment plan set up