Solvang Itineraries
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Discover Solvang your way with thoughtfully curated itineraries inspired by the experiences that make our destination unforgettable. Whether you are dreaming of a luxurious wine country escape, a family-friendly adventure, a romantic getaway, or an outdoor retreat, you will find plenty of ways to explore Solvang and the surrounding Santa Ynez Valley.
Immerse yourself in the region’s rich history and culture, from the heritage of the Chumash people to Solvang’s Danish roots and distinctive museums. Cruise through the village on a surrey bike, hop aboard the historic horse-drawn Solvang Trolley, or cycle along scenic country roads surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards.
Begin your day with breakfast at an authentic Danish restaurant, then wine and dine your way through the village. Explore welcoming tasting rooms and nearby vineyards featuring the diverse wines and grape varieties that make Santa Barbara Wine Country so special.
For even more adventure, play a round of golf, go fishing, or take a nature cruise at Lake Cachuma. Stroll Solvang’s European-style streets, browse charming shops and galleries, and discover memorable experiences around every corner.
From Luxe Solvang to culinary, cultural, outdoor, and family-focused escapes, our itineraries make it easy to create a getaway that is uniquely yours.
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4 Days in Solvang
Enjoy several relaxing days in the Santa Ynez Valley.
Day One
Stroll the European-style streets around the village of Solvang; hop aboard the historic horse-drawn Solvang Trolley for a tour or rent a “surrey cycle” to roll through the village. Sample the Danish bakeries and foods and shop for art and antiques. Learn about history at the Elverhøj Museum of History & Art or the 1804 Old Mission Santa Inés. In the summer, enjoy professional theater productions under the stars from PCPA at Solvang Festival Theater. Year-round entertainment happens nearby at the Chumash Casino Resort in Santa Ynez offering 24/7/365 gaming and weekly top-name concerts and live entertainment in the Samala Showroom.
Day Two
Do some delicious wine touring and tasting throughout the Valley with more than 70 vineyards and tasting rooms to choose between. Go on your own or sign up for a limo, van or even a jeep tour with professional area guides. Have a picnic lunch in a vineyard or next to a waterfall at Nojoqui Falls County Park. Choose from dozens of dining options from wine country-inspired or international cuisine.
Day Three
Absorb local lore at the Santa Ynez Valley Historical Museum & Carriage House in Santa Ynez. Then, meander through wine tasting rooms, boutiques and art galleries of Los Olivos plus the latest exhibits at Wildling Art Museum. Check out collectables and western history in Los Alamos (the vintage train depot is now an Antique Mall & Wine Pub) and have lunch in a café/art gallery.
Day Four
Bicycle country roads or take a short hike into the Los Padres National Forest. Enjoy a guided nature cruise on Cachuma Lake or angle for fish from the dock. Tee off in style at The River Course at the Alisal or Rancho San Marcos Golf Course. Relax and enjoy the sunset. Plan to return soon.
More Itineraries
A Walking Guide to Solvang’s Courtyards and Plazas
A 1.2-mile loop through ten courtyards and public squares, from the Mission gardens to Founder’s Square and Atterdag Square.
Have a Western Weekend in Solvang
A vineyard trail ride, a guest ranch turning 80, western boutiques, a smokehouse, and saddle seats at the ice cream bar.
72 Hours in Solvang for The Perfect Fall Weekend
Three fall days: bakeries and tasting rooms on foot, a harvest day of pumpkin patches and vineyards during crush, and a slow last morning.
A Solvang Walking Tour
A day on foot through the village: bakeries in the morning, museums and shops in the afternoon, tasting rooms and theater in the evening.
Sample Tour Itineraries
Two-, three- and four-day plans for Solvang and the wider Santa Ynez Valley.
