CONTACT & FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED BEER & WINE TOUR QUESTIONS

• WHAT TYPE OF TOURS DO YOU OFFER?

  CRAFT BREWERY TOURS:
  We offer HOP ON – HOP OFF shuttles on designated routes. For $27 plus tax, you get all-day access to the buses to take you between breweries. You will enjoy each brewery for 45 - 60 minutes. Seasonal routes and times vary. Please see Routes Page.
  
  WINERY TOURS:
  We offer tours to various AVA regions and areas. Ticket prices range from $55 to $125 depending on tour area. Tours range between 4 – 5 hours and feature up to four wineries depending on tour. Specific tour information is available on booking site.
  
  PRIVATE TOUR FOR YOU & YOUR FRIENDS:
  Private brewery and winery tours are available for up to 14 guests. We help build your itinerary and confirm with breweries and wineries for reservations. Tour and enjoy 3 – 4 craft beverage locations.
  
  Brewery Tours: $525 for initial 3-hour minimum and additional hours are $95/hour.
  
  Winery Tours: $750 for a 5-hour tour and additional hours are $95/hour.
  
  You can reserve your date with a $200, 72-hour refundable deposit.
  
  Please email info@ridelittlehopper.com for available dates and additional details.
  
  Yakima Valley Winery and Brewery Map

• HOW DO I BUY TICKETS?

  You can find the different pass options on the BOOK A RIDE tab of our website.

• WHY NOT JUST TAKE AN UBER?

  Great question! First, we’ve calculated the estimated fare just from our home in Yakima to Cowiche Creek Brewing Company and for just THAT UBER XL ride, it nearly doubled the cost for a HOP ON – HOP OFF Pass on the Little Hopper. For even a group of 3, this is a much better deal. Plus, if you have more than 3 in your group, it’s a great way to keep everyone together. We partner with Think Twice and if at the end of the day you find you have had too much, get the Uber then. So, there you go! Convenient AND inexpensive!

• HOW DO I RECEIVE MY TICKETS ONCE I'VE BOUGHT THEM ONLINE?

  After you make your purchase, your name will be added to our reservation list. Specific tour information will be included in your online confirmation email.

• WHAT'S INCLUDED FOR THE PRICE?

  We provide safe, reliable transportation between Yakima Valley’s best craft beverage locations. Bottled/chilled water is available on each tour. Brewery and winery tasting fees are not included. Every craft beverage stop has unique pricing and offers – ask at each stop if tasting fees are waived with purchase.

• HOW MANY PASSENGERS DO YOUR BUSES HOLD?

  The Little Hopper seats 13-14 passengers.

• CAN I DRINK CRAFT BEVERAGES ON THE LITTLE HOPPER?

  Sorry, no. For insurance and legal reasons, we cannot allow drinking alcohol on the bus. You are more than welcome to bring closed package alcohol that you purchase at one of our locations, but it must remain sealed while on the bus. Failure to comply with this rule will result in immediate dismissal from the bus. For private tours/charters, there are options for alcohol consumption while on the Little Hopper.

• CAN MY PET RIDE WITH ME ON THE LITTLE HOPPER?

  Sorry, no. Being in a confined space, we cannot guarantee the temperament of animals or the allergies of other riders. The only exception is fully-certified Service Animals (no ESA).

• WHAT ARE THE FOOD OPTIONS WHILE ON THE LITTLE HOPPER?

  Although the Little Hopper itself does not have food options, we make sure every route has food options. The schedules vary, so please check with your Little Hopper driver/guide or the craft beverage stop.

• WHERE DOES MY TOUR START

  Where we welcome you aboard varies with each tour! When making a reservation, you have options for your pick-up location. We can usually accommodate special pick-up locations prior to the start of the tour. Additional rates may apply if not in Yakima downtown area. For private tours, personal pick-up location(s) included.

• YOU ARE SAFE WITH LITTLE HOPPER!

  Our Little Hopper fleet is registered and certified with the Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission and the Department of Transportation. All of our drivers/guides have passed DOT safety and health requirements.
  
  US Department of Transportation Number 03287798
  WA State Utilities and Transportation Permit CH068856
  
  All tour/party bus/shuttle companies are required by law to be registered and all vehicles certified through the Washington State Utilities and Transportation Commission and Department of Transportation.

• IS THERE ANYTHING ELSE I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT RIDING THE LITTLE HOPPER?

  Our full Terms and Conditions can be found here