On this private full-day excursion, visit the Temecula Valley, one of America's most popular and successful wine regions. Travel through rolling hillsides in a spacious Hummer, visit renowned wineries, enjoy lunch in a picture-perfect setting, and get a chance to taste quality local wines.

After convenient pickup from your hotel in Palm Springs, cruise through the winding Californian countryside inside a comfortable, air-conditioned Hummer. With the morning light still filling the sky, meander through charming hillside towns, dipping down into the fertile Temecula Valley.

Marvel at incredible views of the vine-laden countryside as you are served a gourmet lunch, paired with delicious glasses of locally produced varietals. Afterward, head through the cellar door at several wineries to sample their finest vintages.

Learn about the local viticulture, taking the opportunity to taste everything from bold reds to refreshing whites, exploring private tasting rooms not normally accessible to the public. Chat with vintners, discuss Temecula's terroir, and consider purchasing a few bottles to take home before you hop back in the Hummer and return to Palm Springs.

Sip and swirl glasses of fine wine as you pop between the vines of 3 different Temecula Valley vineyards. Chat with winemakers in tranquil tasting rooms, learn about the microclimates in this renowned AVA, and enjoy a scrumptious lunch in a scenic hilltop setting with views of the surrounding countryside.

Don't worry about driving on this all-encompassing excursion. Meet up with your guide and wine enthusiast in downtown San Diego, hop aboard comfortable transportation, and watch the landscape shift from bustling urban center to rolling, farm-flecked hills. Chat about your favorite styles as you ride and then reach your first vineyard of the day.

While stops vary based on season and availability, you might open bottles of bold reds at Leoness Cellars, sample crisp whites at Falkner Winery, or explore innovative blends at Wilson Creek. Chat with winemakers about Temecula Valley's unique terroir, learn what sets Southern California wines apart from their European counterparts, and get tips on the best methods for serving and sampling a range of varietals.

In the afternoon, pull up a seat at an outdoor lunch spot and tuck into a delicious lunch while you take in sweeping views of the vineyard-carpeted valley below. Consider purchasing a few bottles to take home and then return to San Diego in the evening.

Float high into the sky in a majestic hot air balloon during this sunrise flight over the breathtaking lakes, orchards, and vineyards of Temecula. Watch as a new day breaks over the picturesque Californian wine region, setting the natural sights aglow.

Wake up nice and early to meet your fully qualified and certified pilot in the incredible countryside of Temecula. Prepare for an unforgettable ballooning experience with a quick safety briefing before climbing into the impressive balloon basket. Then, the sandbags are released, the fire is lit, and you ascend serenely into the air.

Rise up to see a complete panorama of Southern California, noticing the myriad of colors and textures made by the many vineyards and estates of the area. Unwind in the balloon as it wafts on the air currents, taking you over quaint communities set on pastoral land.

Snap some photographs of the morning sun lighting up the incredible landscapes to preserve your adventure for later. Then, land softly on the ground and enjoy a champagne, mimosa, or juice toast, during which you can reflect upon your tranquil flight before being transported back to the meeting point.