Uncork the Hill Country: Wine and Whiskey by Private Tour
In the heart of Texas Hill Country, there's a way to taste your way through vineyards and distilleries without lifting a finger — except to raise your glass. It’s Boerne Wine Tours! This woman-owned business offers private, luxury wine and whiskey adventures with top-tier transportation that blends comfort and style. Best of all, they’ll pick you up and drop you off right here at Hotel Giles.
We love partnering with local businesses that help our guests experience the magic of the Hill Country, and Boerne Wine Tours is one of our absolute favorites. Their team makes it easy to kick back, relax, and enjoy the ride. Explore local wineries, sip fine wines, and create beautiful memories together as you travel through scenic vineyards with expert guides. Boerne Wine Tours handles the driving so you can fully enjoy a great day of tasting and discovery — no guesswork needed.
From boutique wineries tucked in the hills to well-known tasting rooms with big views, Boerne Wine Tours curates unforgettable experiences tailored to you and your group. Owner Kristie Kniesel, a former tech professional turned wine tour expert, knows the region inside and out. She’s turned her local knowledge into expertly planned itineraries that showcase the best of the area — and if you’re not sure where to go, they’ll happily build a custom route just for you.
Tour highlights include the Comfort-Sisterdale Loop, where you’ll sip at Singing Water Vineyards, enjoy the award-winning pours at Bending Branch, and explore the charming grounds of Saint Tryphon. For those venturing farther out, tours can extend to Fredericksburg’s tasting rooms and wineries like Signor Vineyards, Pontotoc Vineyard Weingarten, and the new Halter Ranch.
Looking for something a little different that you’ll still be talking about long after your return home? Ask about making a stop at the Rhinory in Fredericksburg — a 55-acre ranch where fine wine meets rhinoceros conservation. Yes, you read that right. This one-of-a-kind destination lets you taste exceptional wines while learning about and seeing one of Earth’s most majestic animals.
Whiskey lovers aren’t left out either. Boerne Wine Tours offers curated whiskey adventures with stops like Garrison Brothers in Hye — Texas’s first legal bourbon distillery — as well as Milam & Greene and Andalusia Whiskey Co. in Blanco. Each stop offers its own take on smooth, rich Hill Country spirits. Throw in a stop for outstanding Texas BBQ and you’ve got a bold, flavorful day you won’t soon forget.
Of course, with Boerne Wine Tours, you’ll travel in comfort and style. They offer two vehicles to suit your group: a sleek Chevy Traverse RS for up to five passengers, and a spacious high-roof Mercedes Sprinter Van that seats up to 14. Both include complimentary snacks and water, so you’re always refreshed between tastings.
Need to get to or from the airport? Kristie and her team have you covered there too, offering airport runs to and from San Antonio and Austin.
Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or just want to spend the day enjoying world-class wine and whiskey with friends, Boerne Wine Tours delivers. All you have to do is grab your group, step outside Hotel Giles, and let the Hill Country adventure begin. Bourne Wine Tours will do the driving.
