Visit Salt Lick BBQ and two Hill Country wineries on a 4.5-hour shuttle from Austin
4.5 hours
Driver/guide, Shuttle seat
Get out of Austin for a half-day shuttle to Salt Lick BBQ and two Hill Country wineries. You’ll have about an hour at each stop, with round-trip transportation from the Austin Visitor Center.
Ages 21+ only. Food, alcohol, and tastings are not included; tastings typically cost $20–25 per winery and BBQ is extra.
Cancel at least 24 hours before start time for a full refund. No-shows and cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded.
Join only if you’re 21 or older. The wineries on this shuttle require all guests to be over 21, and you’ll need a photo ID.
Yes. Salt Lick BBQ is bring your own (BYO). You can bring your own drinks on the van, but do not bring glass. If you buy bottles at the wineries, the driver can secure them in the van for you.
Your ticket does not include alcohol, winery tastings, or food. Tastings typically cost $20–25 per winery, and you should budget about $35 per person for BBQ at Salt Lick. Parking, water, and gratuity are also not included.
Austin Visitor Center (103 East 5th Street, Austin, TX 78701, USA)
The guides absolutely make these tours special. David, Trace, Connor, Joey, and Luke all get enthusiastic shoutouts for being knowledgeable, funny, and going beyond basic tour guide duties. They remember to accommodate motion sickness, suggest taco spots you'd never find on your own, and somehow know what you need before you ask. People mention feeling welcomed and comfortable right away, which isn't always easy when you're stuffed in a van with strangers. The tours themselves hit the highlights efficiently. You'll cover a lot of Austin ground in just a couple hours, with stops at places like the Capitol and street murals where you actually get out to explore. The wine and BBQ tours seem particularly popular, hitting spots like Salt Lick, Driftwood Estate Winery, and Duchman. The vans are clean and air-conditioned, which matters when you're touring Texas. Groups stay manageable at around 10 people, striking that sweet spot where it feels social but not chaotic. The consistent five-star feedback and repeat mentions of specific guides suggest this outfit delivers reliably good experiences.
Jax was awesome! Super fun, knowledgeable and shared some great local spots for music, food and all of Austin’s good vibes! Highly recommend her tours!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 thanks Jax!
Nat Borsella
April 3, 2026
Jax was awesome! Super fun, knowledgeable and shared some great local spots for music, food and all of Austin’s good vibes! Highly recommend her tours!! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 thanks Jax!
Nat Borsella
April 3, 2026