If you’ve never been wine touring in the Okanagan before, here’s the thing: it’s not just about sipping wine. It’s about the whole day: laughing with your friends, seeing the valley from a new angle, and meeting people who love what they do. That’s what we build into every Cheers! tour.

 

Sure, we’ll get you from A to B in comfort (and back to your hotel in one piece), but we also make the trip legendary. From Kelowna wine tours to Osoyoos wine tours, we know the roads, the wineries, and the little spots that make the day feel special. And if you pick one of our premium or accessible tours with our “Wine 101”, you’ll get a friendly crash course on how to taste, what you’re tasting, and a few intelligent-sounding facts about the bottle you bring to your next dinner party.

Our Wine Tour Lineup

• Spontaneous Public Wine Tours: Join other wine lovers for a fun, social half-day. We visit 3 wineries in 3.5 hours. All tasting fees, tax, and gratuity are included. The tour runs twice daily from downtown Kelowna.
• Private Wine Tours: Your group, your pace, our local know-how—plus “Wine 101”. Half Day (4 wineries) or Full Day (5 wineries with a lunch stop). Add a sixth winery or a picnic lunch if you want to go big.
• Top-Tier Wine Tours: Our VIP experience. Includes “Wine 101”, paired tastings, behind-the-scenes access, charcuterie lunch, and a few surprise touches.
• Self-Guided (DIY) Wine Tours: You plan the route, we do the driving. Keep the group together, play your music, and leave the logistics to us.
• High Spirits Top-Tier Tour: Enjoy a mix of small-batch beer, wine, cider, mead, and spirits on a private, memorable tour.
• Accessible Wine Tours: This tour ensures that everyone, including guests with mobility challenges, can experience the best of Okanagan wine country, with “Wine 101” included. 

There’s so much to learn about our various tours, and so much we can teach you about Canada’s wine country! Please feel free to give us a call or browse our site if you’re curious about what’s best for you. 

Past Performance is the Best Indicator of Future Performance

Read our latest review on TripAdvisor to understand the one-in-a-lifetime experiences we create for our passengers:

Unexpectedly Private and Wonderfully Educational Wine Tasting Tour!

“My daughter and I went on our very first winery tasting tour yesterday with Cheers Okanagan Tours, and it exceeded all expectations. We booked a public tour, but to our surprise, we were the only two booked for that time slot.

Our tour included visits to three wineries, and each stop gave us a unique and memorable experience. What made the tour truly exceptional was Lou, our guided tour/driver. She was incredibly knowledgeable on wines and took time to walk us through the entire wine-tasting process — from how to pace ourselves during tastings, to learning about different grape varietals and harvest seasons.

There was no rushing at all, which made the experience feel relaxed and enjoyable. As first-timers, we felt comfortable and well-oriented. We left feeling not only more informed about wines but also grateful for such a fun bonding experience with my daughter.

Lou, from start to finish was excellent, and her professionalism and passion as our guide really stood out. If you’re looking for a wine tour that’s informative, well-paced, and genuinely enjoyable, I highly recommend Cheers Okanagan Tours.

Thanks Lou, for making our first winery tour experience very memorable!”

• Carolyn M

Pro Tip

Want to look like you’ve been touring for years? Book something with “Wine 101”. You’ll learn how to swirl, sniff, and sip like a champ (and actually know what you’re tasting). By the end of the day, you’ll have great stories, a few new favourite wines, and maybe a couple of new friends too.

Because with Cheers!, it’s never just a wine tour; it’s your incredible Okanagan adventure.

Cheers! Okanagan Tours creates unforgettable wine, beer, cider, and spirit-tasting adventures across the Okanagan Valley. From public to private, Top-Tier, accessible, and custom tours, we handle the details so you can relax and enjoy. Our signature “Wine 101” tasting education helps you sip like a pro while exploring the best of Canada’s wine country.

Your wedding day should feel magical, not like a logistics nightmare. If you’re planning a wedding in the Okanagan, you already know the region is a dream destination, from stunning lake views to world-class wine tours in Kelowna and beyond. However, wedding transportation is one often-overlooked detail that can make or break the guest experience.

At Cheers Okanagan Tours, we make shuttle services for weddings easy, reliable, and completely stress-free. Whether you’re tying the knot in Kelowna, Vernon, Penticton, Naramata, Osoyoos, or anywhere in between, our wedding shuttle service keeps guests safe, punctual, and having fun.

One Less Thing to Worry About

We coordinate smooth, door-to-door transportation for your celebration, from the rehearsal dinner to the last dance. Our fleet includes charter buses, mini-coaches, and SUVs, perfect for any group size or itinerary.

Popular routes include:

• Winery venues in Kelowna, Lake Country, Oliver, Summerland, and Naramata
• Mountain resorts like Big White
• Lakeside estates and rural properties across the Okanagan Valley

Local drivers. On-time arrivals. Zero stress.

Customized for Your Crew

We know no two weddings are the same. That’s why we offer flexible, private transportation services, including:

• A safe ride home from your wedding reception
• Airport shuttles for out-of-town guests
• Bachelorette transportation
• Kelowna to Revelstoke shuttle transfers for mountain stays
• Bachelorette wine tours and post-wedding wine tours
• Multi-stop or late-night itineraries for extra fun or added convenience

Need something special? Just ask.

Why Couples Choose Cheers

We’re not just a transportation company, we’re part of your planning team.

• Hundreds of 5-star reviews
• Personalized service with a “no request is too much” attitude
• Safe, clean, and modern vehicles
• Locally owned, with deep knowledge of venues and roads

Let your guests relax and raise a glass. We’ll handle the rest.

Cheers,

Cheers Okanagan Tours and Transportation

 Planning a wedding or wine tour near Kelowna? From bachelorette wine tours to private Big White shuttle rentals, Cheers Okanagan Tours is here to help. Contact us today to start planning legendary transportation.

Why Kelowna is the Ultimate Spot for a Wine Tour Bachelorette

If you’re planning a bachelorette party that blends luxury, laughter, and a whole lotta’ wine, Kelowna delivers. Set in the heart of the Okanagan Valley, this wine country hot spot is known for its stunning lake views, world-class wineries, and vibrant atmosphere. Whether you’re organizing a low-key day of tastings or a party-on-wheels experience, a wine tour in Kelowna, West Kelowna, and/or Lake Country is the ultimate way to toast the bride-to-be.

Group-Friendly Wineries You’ll Love

Group-Friendly Wineries You’ll Love

Not all wineries cater well to bachelorette parties, but some totally roll out the red carpet for groups. Once you know some wineries that pique your interest, Cheers can help plan out the perfect tour in the area!

A few of our favourites:

• Ex Nihilo Winery – Sophisticated wines and a modern patio perfect for celebratory selfies.
• Arrowleaf Cellars – Sweeping views and plenty of space for picnics and prosecco.
• Mt. Boucherie Estate Winery – Ideal for larger groups and foodie pairings.
• The Hatch – Quirky, welcoming, and always a favourite for wine lovers who like to keep it fun. 
• Quails Gate – Jaw-dropping views, an insanely good Chein-Blanc, and top-tier dining await at this West Kelowna staple.

With Cheers, you can build a custom itinerary that includes group-friendly tastings, lunch reservations, and time for all those Instagram-worthy moments.

Why Book a Private Wine Tour?

Let’s be honest: you want this day to go off without a hitch. Booking a private wine tour in Kelowna means you’re not waiting on strangers, not sharing the aux cord, and not rushing from stop to stop.

With Cheers:

• You can get your own clean, comfortable vehicle sized for your group
• A friendly local guide who doubles as your unofficial photographer
• The flexibility to set your own schedule and vibe (or we can do it for you!)
• We know the best wineries for bachelorettes

It’s your bride, your day, your way. We have lots of tour options available!

 

What to Bring on Your Bachelorette Wine Tour

Prep your crew with a few must-haves:

• Matching outfits or accessories (because it’s not extra—it’s essential)
• A shared playlist (Cheers’ vehicles are party-ready!)
• Most wineries have snacks, but having some in your bag doesn’t hurt
• Reusable water bottles to stay well-hydrated between tastings
• Cash or cards for wine purchases, gifts, and bonus stops

We’ll handle the rest: transportation, timing, and making sure the bride feels like the Queen she is.

 

Booking Tips for a Smooth Ride

To secure your preferred date and time, it’s best to book early, especially during peak season (May to October). 

A few quick tips:

• Reserve in advance if possible – many wineries also require bookings
• Have your group size figured out
• Ask about custom packages and route suggestions
• Confirm your pickup location (Cheers offers flexibility across the Okanagan)
• Leave room for surprises—some of the best stops are spontaneous
• Check out our FAQ

Ready to pop the bubbly? Book your private bachelorette wine tour with Cheers and celebrate in legendary Okanagan style.

 

Cheers,

Cheers Okanagan Tours and Transportation

Cheers Okanagan Tours & Transportation provides safe, clean, and personalized transportation throughout the valley—from wine tours and weddings to corporate retreats and airport shuttles. Contact us to start planning your unforgettable day.

If you’re newly engaged (congratulations BTW!), a lot of your time is probably being spent seeking out the perfect wedding venue. We’ve already talked about how to choose what kind of venue you want, but once you’ve made a shortlist, started to contact venues, and maybe even organised to go along for a visit, it’s time to work out which place is ‘The One’. Which is where this handy checklist of wedding venue questions comes in.

Any of you who have started the big venue search will know, that while you do have lots of time with the marketing person or venue coordinator while there, typically you walk away thinking of a gazillion questions that you should have asked.

Our advice is, when you going to view a venue, bring along a list of questions and jot down the answers as you go. That way a) you’ll have all the information you need and b) you’ll have consistent answers to compare between venue options. This will make sorting the pros and cons thing so much easier when trying to make your final decision.

Download a free copy of the wedding venue checklist to take with you below.

To get you started we’ve compiled a general list of wedding venue questions that cover all the various aspects. There are two primary questions you need to find out before talking to any venue you’re interested in:

1. Does the venue have enough seated capacity to accommodate your guest list?
2. Is your date free?

Beyond those basic questions, there are a lot of big and small issues that need to be ironed out with your potential venue. This list is designed to give you a broad overview of the kinds of things you should ask in order to minimise any surprises later down the line. Some will apply to you, others may not, so you can simply skip over them when you’re chatting with the venue.

Remember, when visiting multiple venues, keep a note of the answers at each, for easy comparison later on.

First Things First

• Who will actually be there on the day? Is there an in-house wedding coordinator? If there is a coordinator, will they be there for the duration of the reception?
• Do you have a one wedding per day policy?
• Is the venue available for exclusive use?
• If so, is there a minimum number of guests that have to book accommodation for exclusivity?
• How flexible are your packages?
• Are there any changes planned to the building before the wedding (renovations, painting etc.)?

Ceremony

• Which rooms are licensed for ceremonies?
• Is the ceremony to take place in the same room as the reception?
• What is the changeover plan for converting from ceremony to reception?
• Is there any alternative (or outdoor) locations for non-legal ceremonies?
• Are we allowed to have confetti?

The Food and Wine

• Is a complimentary menu and wine tasting included? How many people can attend?
• How much wine/champagne/tea & coffee is included per person?
• Wine choices – what are the wine choices and what are the upgrade costs?
• Do you charge a corkage fee?
• Is the champagne toast complimentary?
• Are there any additional charges for bar staff or waiting staff?
• What time is the meal served?
• Do you cater for special dietary requirements? Coeliac? Vegetarians?
• Is there an option for dinner the night before or a BBQ the day after?
• Is there a late-night food option, what time is it served?
• Where is the cocktail hour or drinks reception held?
• Can we serve signature cocktails?

The Reception – Décor & Styling

• What crockery/linen/cutlery is provided as part of the package?
• What type of tables do you have (shape, size, top table)? Are there different options?
• Is any décor/stationery provided (menus, centrepieces, red carpet, flowers, cake stand)? Are there alternatives available?
• Can I move things around and decorate to suit my purposes, or do I have to leave everything as is?
• If you want to set up and decorate the venue the day before the wedding ask if you can gain access
• Can we hang things on the wall or from the ceilings?
• Do we need to bring in a contractor to hang decor or lights?

The Wedding Party

• Where does the band set up? Where is the dance floor/how big is it/does anything have to be moved to create the dance floor?
• Does the wedding venue already own a sound system with adequate speakers or will that need to be rented?
• Will the band be able to set up beforehand or does it have to be during changeover?
• Will the band have to go through the reception to set up or is there separate access?
• Do you have microphones in the venue for the speeches?
• Can I hook an iPod or laptop up to your sound system?
• Is there a late bar? How late will the bar be open?
• Is there a charge for a bar extension?
• What time do guests have to leave the venue?
• What is the capacity for evening/afters guests?

Accommodation

• Is the bridal suite included in the price? Are rooms provided for the parents?
• What accommodation does the venue offer, will there be discounted rates for guests at the wedding?
• Are there B&Bs and other hotels in the area for guests? Can you provide a list?
• Are there reliable taxi companies in the area?
• When is the check out time?
• Can we block book rooms for guests? If so, how long can they be held for?

Private Venues

• Can I have a marquee in the grounds? What capacity can be accommodated?
• Do you have a preferred marquee provider or can we organise our own choice?
• Are there any preferences for suppliers/is there an in-house caterer?
• Are kitchen facilities available for use?
• Do we need to supply a generator or bathroom facilities?

Facilities

• Can the bridal party get ready at the venue?
• Is the venue child friendly? What facilities are available for entertaining children?
• Is there a lift/facilities/access for the elderly and disabled?
• Is there enough parking for my guests and is it complimentary?
• Is there a heated outdoor space for smoking or where my guests can mingle?
• How many toilets are there?
• Is there somewhere secure to store wedding gifts?
• Does the venue have public liability insurance?

Financial

• Is there a payment schedule? What kind of deposits are required?
• What’s the cancellation policy? What costs are incurred if the numbers on the day differ to the final numbers?
• Are discounts/packages dependent on certain numbers of guests booking accommodation?
• Are there special reductions for off-peak (e.g. Mon – Thurs or Oct, Nov, Jan – March)?
• Is there a service fee included?
• Are there any additional fees or charges we need to be aware of?

One last nugget of advice: if you think a particular venue might be ‘The One’, follow up after the visit with an email confirming all their answers; some venues say yes to everything in the initial visit and are then less flexible in reality, so having everything you’ve discussed in writing will help things to run smoother down the line.

By NAOISE|OneFabDay

Download a free copy of the wedding venue checklist to take with you below.

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Download your free Wedding Budget Worksheet below.

Budgeting your Wedding Properly will Prevent Costly Surprises.

For most couples, a wedding is the first time you’ll ever have to think about planning a huge event, let alone creating a wedding budget. That means lots of people start planning a similar way. First you think about the wedding you want. Then you think about how much you’re comfortable spending. And then you hope really hard that the two concepts match up. The problem is, it’s almost impossible to know how much the event you’re envisioning is going to cost until you start getting into the nitty-gritty of planning. Which is how you end up reading things on wedding sites that start with, “We set a budget of $5,000 but once we started actually planning, that number quickly tripled.”

The media would like us to think that these couples just got caught up in the expectations of the wedding industry and spent $10,000 on crystal vases. (Silly them. You would know better.) In reality? The culprit was that they thought chair rentals cost $1 when they really cost $2. Or they found out their dad would be heartbroken if they only served sandwiches. Then it turns out that the only wedding photographers in their area who didn’t call them “sweetie” during the initial meeting charged $3,000 instead of the $2,500 they were hoping to spend, and not being talked down to felt like it was worth finding an extra $500 in the budget. Next thing they knew, the combined total of those surprises was $5,000 and rising.

So lets make sure and help you budget your wedding so there are no surprises.

Download your free interactive worksheet, from the Financial Consumer Agency of Canada, here: wedding_budget_interactive_worksheet

Cheers helps wedding planners and couples de-stress by helping plan and execute the Bachelorette party, taking care of all of the details, big and small.

And of course, Wedding Transportation for you and your guests.

Let us help.

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