8h 45m
Guided in English
Instant confirmation
Private tour

Highlights

Our most popular tour lets you make the most of your time on California's Central Coast! Experience the best of California’s Central Coast on this unforgettable private adventure featuring the world-famous Hearst Castle, scenic ocean views, elephant seals, charming coastal towns, and Paso Robles wine country. Keep an eye out for the famous wild zebras that still roam the hills near Hearst Castle, descendants of William Randolph Hearst’s private zoo. Enjoy a customizable day with lunch along the coast or among the vineyards, plus a visit to a premier west side winery. From dramatic coastline to rolling vineyards and historic grandeur, this tour showcases the incredible diversity of the region in one perfectly curated day.

Inclusions

What's included

Full itinerary planning, including making all reservations
Bottled water
Grand Rooms Tour Tickets at Hearst Castle (not private)
Pickup/drop-off at your accommodations within 15 miles of downtown Paso Robles
8.75 hours with a private spacious vehicle and knowledgeable tour guide/driver

What's not

Lunch or Meals Optional (an optional deli picnic lunch can be provided for $25 per person)
We can pickup/drop-off at other locations in San Luis Obispo county for an additional fee
Extra time with vehicle & guide
Gratuities
Tasting Fees (options vary: guests will choose & settle directly with each venue)

Itinerary

Your tour guide/driver will pick you up around 8:45 in the morning and will engage you with fascinating tidbits about local history and point out interesting landmarks as you enjoy your drive over the pristine and rugged Santa Lucia Mountains. Along the way you’ll take in beautiful views of the fog blanketed mountain peaks and the rocky shoreline of the Pacific Ocean as we make our way to William Randolph Hearst’s extravagant vacation home on the ‘Enchanted Hill’.
1 h
At the Castle, your guide will pick up your tickets and you’ll quickly begin your guided Grand Rooms Tour, allowing you to enjoy the splendor of the Castle as Hearst and his guests would have. This portion of the tour is NOT private, and operated by the State. On the tour, you’ll visit Hearst’s opulent social rooms on the ground floor of the castle where each evening W.R. Hearst would gather his guests – consisting of the Hollywood elite of the time, influential politicians, famous authors and artists, and other notable figures – for lavish meals and socializing all through the night.
2 hAdmission included
Just north of Hearst Castle, is the famous Elephant Seal Rookery in San Simeon to witness hundreds of massive elephant seals lounging, sparring, and socializing along the shoreline. This unique coastal experience offers incredible wildlife viewing year-round and a chance to see one of California’s most fascinating marine mammals in their natural habitat along the scenic Pacific Coast Highway.
10 min
Lunch (not included) can be customized to match your ideal experience. Enjoy a relaxed lunch on the coast paired with a wine tasting overlooking the Pacific Ocean, eat in the charming seaside town of Cambria and visit local art galleries and shops, or return to Paso Robles wine country for lunch at one of the region’s exceptional winery restaurants. Whether you prefer ocean views, small-town charm, or vineyard scenery, we’ll help create the perfect stop to complement your Hearst Castle and wine country adventure.
1.5 h
After lunch, visit a winery on the West side of Paso Robles wine country (not included). Paso Robles is one of California’s most exciting and scenic wine regions, known for its rolling vineyard hills, warm hospitality, and world-class wines. A wine region where dramatic landscapes and Rhône-style wines have earned international acclaim. Every private tour is fully customizable, allowing you to explore boutique family-owned wineries, iconic estates, hidden gems, or tasting rooms tailored to your wine preferences. From bold reds to stunning vineyard views, Paso Robles offers an unforgettable wine country experience.
1.5 h
You'll be dropped off at your accommodations around 5:30p
10 min

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Reviews

5.0

Ratings come from 35 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

Know before you go

Pickup: Pickup is included for everyone.
Ticket type: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by: Toast Tours

Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A current valid photo ID is required on the day of travel
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. Wear comfortable shoes and bring layers as the weather is subject to sudden changes. Often, the coastal weather can be cool with some fog and Paso Robles can be much warmer with lots of sunshine. It’s also a good idea to bring sunscreen.
By California law, any children under the age of 8 years old, as well as any children shorter than 4’9” must be secured in a car seat or booster seat. Toast Tours DOES NOT provide a car seat or booster seat, and it is your responsibility to provide this yourself. Children under the age of 8 years old will not be allowed on the vehicle if you do not have a car seat or booster seat.

How it compares in Paso Robles

Its from-price is 585% above the median of the 34 experiences we list in Paso Robles.
It is longer than most of them.
By number of reviews it ranks 8 of 34.

About Paso Robles

Paso Robles is a wine town on California's Central Coast, set among oak-covered hills and known for Zinfandel, Rhône-style reds and a historic square.

Paso Robles lies in the oak-dotted hills of San Luis Obispo County, inland from California's Central Coast, and is one of the state's best-known wine districts. The town grew up around natural hot springs, and its Spanish name means pass of the oaks. The downtown has a tree-shaded park square surrounded by shops, tasting rooms and a Carnegie library.

Top-ranked sights in Paso Robles: Sculpterra Winery and Sculpture Garden.

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