Visiting a wine region and going on wine tours can be a wonderful vacation that you will never forget. Most wine regions are very beautiful, so in addition to touring wineries you can also enjoy the scenery. If you're going to be visiting wine country soon, it is a good idea to plan your wine tours in advance. Use the following tips to plan your tours of wineries in the area:

Pick a Season

Most wine regions are in mild climates that can be visited any time of year, and the majority of wineries are open year round. However, when you begin to plan your trip to wine country you should pick a season that most appeals to you. During the winter months wineries tend to be less crowded, the vines begin blossoming in the spring, grapes begin ripening in the summer months, and harvest occurs in the fall. 

Arrange for Transportation

Most visitors to wine country visit several wineries over the course of a day, which can lead to consuming a fair amount of wine. Thus, it is important to have a transportation plan so no one in your group is driving after sampling many different types of wine. Most wine regions have a number of different transportation options, and you can even choose to book a tour that will drive you around all day to see different wineries.

If you want to stick to a budget, you may consider taking a taxi or shared shuttle when visiting different wineries. If you would like a more luxurious experience, consider a private tour that includes transportation in a town car or limo. If you are traveling with a group, you can also opt to charter a small bus.

Try New Things

It is not uncommon for people to enjoy drinking a specific type of wine at home. But when you're in wine country and visiting a wide variety of wineries, it is in your best interest to be open to trying new things. Each winery has different wines to offer, and some of those wines may be varietals that you have never tried before. Being open to trying new types of wine will allow you to taste and experience all of the different types of grapes that a region has. You may even discover a new wine that you love, and you can arrange to have several bottles shipped to your house so you can enjoy it at home after your vacation ends.