The Perfect Girls’ Getaway to Temecula Wine Country: Free Itinerary
Some trips are planned months in advance. Others come together over a group chat and a “who’s free next weekend?” We think Temecula deserves both kinds. Whether you’ve been dreaming about this one or you’re winging it, here’s your blueprint for a girls’ trip that covers all the bases: great food, incredible wine, live music, dancing, and a little self-care to send you home feeling like a new person.
Friday: Set the Right Tone
Lunch at Robert Renzoni’s Mama Rosa’s Trattoria
Start the weekend the way every good girls’ trip should: with food you can share as you catch up on the tea. Mama Rosa’s at Robert Renzoni Vineyards is the kind of place where the portions are made for sharing, so order generously and try it all. The Eggplant Parmigiana Shoots are non-negotiable. Fried eggplant parmigiana with homemade bleu cheese and marinara sauce? Trust us, just get them.
After lunch, step into the tasting room to sample wines made by the Renzoni team led by Olivia Bue, one of Temecula’s most talented winemakers. In a region with a growing legacy of women shaping the industry, Olivia is a name worth knowing, and her wines are even better than her story. March is Women’s History Month, and raising a glass poured by one of Temecula’s finest female winemakers feels like exactly the right way to kick things off.
Wine Tasting at Wiens Family Cellars
If anyone in your group is a Real Housewives of OC fan, prepare for some serious squealing. Wiens Family Cellars appeared in Season 19 when the ladies vacationed in Temecula Wine Country. Beyond their reality-show bragging rights, Wiens delivers a genuinely excellent tasting experience in one of the valley’s most welcoming tasting rooms. We highly recommend their cellar tasting for a behind-the-scenes look into how the wine gets made.
Line Dancing at Vitagliano Winery
Friday nights at Vitagliano Winery mean one thing: line dancing! No experience necessary, just a willingness to have a great time. It’s free, it’s fun, and it’s open to all ages. Enjoy delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere every Friday night. No experience needed, just show up and dance!
Nightcap at The Cellar at Ponte Vineyard Inn
When the dancing winds down, and someone inevitably says “just one more,” The Cellar at Ponte Vineyard Inn is your answer. Open late, cozy vibes, food if you’re hungry, and exactly what the end of a great Friday night should feel like.
Saturday: The Full Day
Breakfast at Mercato Vienza at Europa Village
Saturday starts at Europa Village’s Mercato Vienza, a charming European-inspired breakfast spot that feels like a mini vacation within your vacation. Ease into the morning and fuel your day here before heading out to explore.
Akash Winery
Akash Winery is one of those places with positive energy and phenomenal views. Their weekend schedule changes often – there might be yoga on the lawn, soul music, a DJ, or an art class. Better yet, their wines are just as approachable as their tasting room. Check their calendar before you go so you can plan around whatever fun activity catches your eye.
Happy Hour at Falkner Winery
Falkner Winery‘s Pinnacle Restaurant has one of the best views in the valley, and their weekend happy hour there is a genuinely good deal. If you haven’t been, add it to the list. If you have been, you already know this is a gem.
Evening Show at Miramonte Winery
Wrap up Saturday night with live entertainment at Miramonte. Their event lineup tends to be eclectic and well-curated. Check their calendar to see who’s playing during your visit.
Sunday: Self-Care Sunday
Brunch + Spa at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa
You’ve earned this one. Sunday is for slowing down at South Coast Winery Resort & Spa, where you can start with weekend brunch at The Vineyard Rose, sparkling wine very much included, and follow it up with treatments at the Grapeseed Spa. It’s the kind of morning that makes heading home feel almost bearable.
Temecula wine country has a way of surprising people, even those who’ve visited before. A weekend like this one reminds you that the valley isn’t just a day trip destination. It’s a place worth building memories in. So pack a bag, rally the group chat, and make it happen!
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