This is such a great idea !! Our host Casey was nothing short of AMAZING ! He was fun, comedic,…read morespontaneous, informative, and unscripted !! My wife and I really learned so much regarding Solvang's history! We may never look at this town the same way again. There are many architectural nuances from many years ago which really accentuates this Danish town's immense charm ! It is worth every minute ... never boring ! Thank you Casey and Meg ! You guys are truly AWESOME ! Cheers !

My girlfriends and I took the wine and true crime tour with John and it was so much fun! It's…read morealways A little awkward with a group of strangers who don't know each other, but John is so charismatic and friendly and funny and he made efforts to bring us all together. By the end of the night I did feel like we were all friends! John was so informative and entertaining. I wish our visit was longer so we could have done the ghost tour with him as well. We will definitely do that next time! The wines were fantastic but honestly my favorite stop might have been the tiki bar! And I loved ending the night with champagne and karaoke!! An absolute blast!

The person running the office was SO helpful and knowledgeable! Told us things we didn't even…read morethink of asking about and shared some places to see that we have never heard of before.

Super cute town I stopped at night to take a break driving from Monterey to Los Angeles…read more Unfortunately no stores were open. If I was to ever drive again I would stopover for the night.

Amazing service and easy. Had a great time and got a lot of people's attention! Thanks for the funread more

We purchased a Moke from them. Quincy went above and beyond to make our experience special. He…read moredelivered an amazing vehicle, was very clear with communication, made sure everything was working correctly, and made sure all of our questions were answered before he left. It is rare to receive this kind of service these days. We highly recommend them.

Tom was an amazing guide and knew the area well. He was able to explain the vineyards and tell us…read morewhy he thought the ones we did were best. He even took us to an additional stop along the way, so we had an awesome experience. His rescue pup, Winston, was also very cute and relaxed.

Tom was awesome and very knowledgeable about the area! Definitely recommend him for Solvang Los…read moreolivos area!

We had a very upsetting experience at Wheel Fun Rentals in Solvang…read more We are Sikhs and my son wears a patka, a scarf over his hair. The employee referred to his as a "hat" and told me he could not wear it under a helmet because it was "state law." I explained that it is not an and that I will make sure the helmet fit properly and was fully buckled. Instead of listening, the employee kept repeating "it's a state law." When I asked him to show me where the law says a child cannot wear a religious head covering under a helmet, he said, "we don't need to show you anything," and "we are not going to rent you a bike. A 12 years should not have to stand there witness someone treated an important part of who he is as if it was a problem. We were not asking for special treatment. We were asking to be treated with the same respect as everyone else. Using "state law" as an excuse to deny service because my son wore something he didn't understand is racist, discriminatory, and unacceptable.

What a fun activity for friends and family to venture into in the morning, afternoon, and…read moreevening... riding through the small and quaint city of Solvang. There were 8 of us... 4 adults and 4 young kids. My brother's kids and my kids feet couldn't reach the pedals LOL. Guess who did most of the pedalling... my brother and I LOL. It was not easy especially when we had some slight uphill. It was very fun and neat to ride through town and residential area though. I think we had 30 mins of ride time if I recall. That was plenty of time if you ask me LOL. If you have never experienced it, give it a try. Just remember to have two or three people who will actually pedal the ride. Otherwise, it will be difficult to ride through the streets and get back. Nevertheless, enjoy the ride and have fun!!!

We've been meaning to plan a horseback riding excursion for the past five years during our…read moreThanksgiving weekends at Cachuma Lake Campground. This year, we finally made it happen--and it was everything we hoped for and more. After searching Yelp for nearby stables, this ranch stood out with the best reviews by far, (now I see why), so our hopes were high. I'm so glad we decided to trust the reviews and drive the extra 15-20 minutes to this place. I was tempted by the value of the half-day ride, but since it had been several years since either of us had been on horseback, we decided to go conservative and chose the 1.5-hour trail ride instead. Upon arrival, we were greeted by Jack, who checked us in and handled the paperwork. He was funny, friendly, and efficient--such a great start to the experience. I grew up riding English, with all the rules drilled into me from childhood, so being told (for only the second time in my life!) that I didn't have to wear a helmet felt almost rebellious. Yes, I know safety matters, and yes, my daughter was smart enough to wear one--but I have to admit, it felt wonderfully freeing. Russell was fantastic as well. Our horses were fully tacked and waiting, ready for us to hop on. As someone accustomed to doing much of the prep work myself, it felt strange--and a bit indulgent--to have mounting steps and a completely ready-to-go horse. My old riding instructors would be ashamed and shaking their heads at me. Though I felt a little "spoonfed," I know this is a huge perk for beginners or anyone unfamiliar with horses. Personally, I would've enjoyed grooming or prepping my horse, but that's not the norm for organized trail rides like this. After the ride, Russell was right there to help us dismount, cracking jokes and keeping us laughing the whole time. I had to laugh when he said, "You're just like me--good looking and short on legs!" Our trail guide, Elrich (Elrick?6, was excellent. Our group was small--just my daughter and me, plus one other couple. My daughter and I are both experienced English riders, while the other couple had never ridden before. Elrich struck the perfect balance, giving the beginners enough guidance without making the ride dull for the rest of us. While I always love a bit more trotting and cantering, I know that's not typical for these types of outings, and honestly, I had an absolute blast just being on a horse again. I've missed it so much. My daughter and I are already planning to return next year for the 2.5-hour ride. The trail itself? Absolutely breathtaking. I've been riding since childhood--now over 60--and have been on countless trail rides. This is, truly the most beautiful trail I've ever experienced. Waterfalls, streams, a few ocean views and stunning mountain scenery... it was spectacular from start to finish. If you're choosing between this ranch and nearby stables, I highly recommend trying this one first. You won't be disappointed, It's a wonderful experience, a gorgeous trail, and a fantastic way to spend the day.

This Ranch is so beautiful the pictures don't do justice! I've been on many horse back rides all…read moreover the US and the guide from Montana that does the tours is phenomenal! He loves what he does, is very knowledgeable, pleasant to talk to and shared a lot of nice stories about the outdoors. He is definitely an asset to Circle Bar Stables. For anyone booking try to go on his tour!! The nice gentleman that answers the phones is very sweet, I had to call several times to change my tour and he was so helpful I can tell he has been with the Stables a long time and loves being there. When I arrived I was the only one and he told me to go walk around while I was waiting I guess he read my mind. I had to take off 2 stars because of the Gentleman from Texas that works there. He honestly seems like he hates his job, he asked me several times if I was on a horse before and I told him give me any horse I'll be fine. He chose AXE and while he was bringing him over to me AXE was being a little stubborn and didn't want to come not because he didn't go on the trail but he was uncomfortable with the Texan. What bothered me most was he said "AXE STOP BEING A JERK" which made me really upset and uncomfortable. I don't like it when people wok with animals and call them derogatory names.

Santa Barbara was a bucket list stop for my girlfriend, and we booked the 2:00 p.m. trolley tour…read morehoping for a well guided introduction to the city's history and landmarks. Unfortunately, it ended up being one of the more disappointing parts of the trip. The seating is tightly packed. I understand maximizing capacity, but at 6'6" it was not comfortable. We moved to the front right side where there is a sideways bench behind the driver, which offered more legroom. That felt like a smart move until we realized most of the sights being pointed out were on the left side of the trolley. It felt like about 80 percent of the tour was oriented that direction, which meant we were constantly twisting around and still missing details. If you book this tour, sit on the left side. The narration also felt disorganized. The driver mentioned he was reading the traffic flow incorrectly and ended up doing much of the route "backwards." Because of that, he would introduce a historical figure or landmark, then later circle back and partially repeat the same information when reaching his usual talking point. There was noticeable repetition and filler instead of a smooth, cohesive storyline. Midway through the tour, there is a stop at Mission Santa Barbara for about 15 minutes. While it is nice to get off and stretch your legs, 15 minutes is nowhere near enough time to meaningfully experience the mission. You can walk through the courtyard and take a few photos, but that is about it. The mission deserves more time than a quick pass through. In practice, the stop felt more like a checkbox than a real opportunity to explore. Another frustration was departure time. The 2:00 p.m. tour did not leave at 2:00. The driver waited past the scheduled time to see if additional passengers would join. When you are visiting from out of town and carefully stacking your schedule, those extra 10 to 15 minutes matter. Overall, for about $30 per person, I expected a more polished and better organized experience. We both left disappointed. If you want a meaningful introduction to Santa Barbara, you may be better off exploring key spots on your own at your own pace.

This was a decent ride around a small part of the city. My driver was Joe. He seemed knowledgeable…read moreabout the history and landmarks. We stopped at a church to take pics and had sufficient time to snap other photos along the tour. This was especially perfect for a warm, sunny day.