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Thornton Winery Helicopter Excursion - Landing at the Winery!
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Thornton Winery Helicopter Excursion - Landing at the Winery!

By Waverider Helicopter Tours
Enjoy this scenic 20 minute flight from Oceanside to Thornton Winery! We will lift off and fly down the Oceanside coastline then head east direct to Thornton Winery. We will land directly at the winery where you can enjoy a wine tasting and lunch. First round of champagne is on us! Your wine tasting and lunch is sold separately and can be purchased in person at the winery. You will have two hours at the winery, then we will lift off and fly back to Oceanside. *Maximum weight limit per seat 300 pounds. *Maximum weight limit between all passengers and baggage - 450 pounds *All charter flights are at the mercy of mother nature, air traffic control, and unforeseen maintenance. If any of these circumstances causes a delay or cancellation, we will be sure to give you as much notice as possible. In the case we cancel your flight due to one of these circumstances, we will give you a full refund if you cannot reschedule for a later date.
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Ages 0-120
Duration: 3h
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Mobile ticket
English


  • Bose noise-canceling headsets
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • All Fees and Taxes
What's not included
  • Gratuities for your pilot


Departure details
  • 480 Airport Rd, Oceanside, CA 92058, USA
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 128608P7

  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 128608P7

Itinerary
  • You'll start at
    480 Airport Rd
    480 Airport Rd, Oceanside, CA 92058, USA
    See address & details
  • Pass by
    San Luis Rey River Trail
    Oceanside Harbor Village
    Oceanside Pier
    Mission San Luis Rey
    Pechanga Casino
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    Thornton Winery
    Stop: 2 hours
    Enjoy this scenic 20 minute flight from Oceanside to Thornton Winery! We will lift off and fly down the Oceanside coastline then head east direct to Thornton Winery. We will land directly at the winery where you can enjoy a wine tasting and lunch. First round of champagne is on us! Your wine tasting and lunch is sold separately and can be purchased in person at the winery. You will have two hours at the winery, then we will lift off and fly back to Oceanside. *Maximum weight limit per seat 300 pounds. *Maximum weight limit between all passengers and baggage - 450 pounds.
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  • You'll return to the starting point
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About the operator

This experience only has a few reviews, but you can read what other travelers have to say about the operator.

KFelk
KFelk
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Outstanding Experience With Waverider
Did a sunset flight out of Oceanside, and even though the weather wasn't ideal, we still have a fun, safe, and info
KFelka
KFelka
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A great excursion to do while visiting SoCal!
Fantastic experience! Did a 30 minute sunset ride, and even though it was cloudy Waverider made it fun and informa
ClarkColorado
ClarkColorado
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Diane Rapp
This was by far, the best helicopter ride along the coast. Thank you Waverider and to our wonderful pilot, KIRK! It
Doingstuff52
Doingstuff52
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We LOVED It!!!!
We had a fantastic time! It was a very smooth flight over a beautiful and interesting area with, Kurt, our very kno
ogonder
ogonder
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Cruise the coast!
Fantastic experience for these first-time helicopter passengers! I was super nervous prior to liftoff and thought t
bagspacked_san_diego
bagspacked_san_diego
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Awesome Experience!
We had such a great time. The helicopter was very smooth, the pilot knowledgeable, the skies clear, and lots of peo
Vacationer682641
Vacationer682641
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Wonderful experience
Fantastic flight, one that I'll never forget, the couple that operate Waverider are awesome.The flight up and down
paragkolte
paragkolte
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My first and best Helicopter ride
This was my First helicopter ride. There nothing in this ride which I say I didn't like it. Everything was so perfe
JNSOCAL
JNSOCAL
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California Poppy Super Bloom Lake Elsinore Tour.
70 minutes of Mother Nature at her finest! Incredible helicopter tour for up to 3 people plus pilot, Kirk. Tour b
Chief90Dyess
Chief90Dyess
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Absolutely Incredible, worth every penny!
If you are planning a visit to the San Diego area and looking for things to do, look no more and add this item to y
sjpotter77
sjpotter77
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Incredible Birthday Afternoon with Winery tour!
I booked with Waverider for my husband's 50th birthday a ride to Thorton Winery in Temecula. Incredible experience
kathleen s
kathleen s
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Amazing Family Time!
We had an AMAZING time! My three boys, my husband, and myself enjoyed our trip with Waverider Helicopter Tours! I c
Cathy C
Cathy C
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Christmas Lights
Took my 93 year old mother on a Christmas Lights Tour. She uses a walker and has mobility issues so I wasn't sure
Christina F
Christina F
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Fantastic experience, lovely owners!
I booked the 45-minute Waverider's Quiver tour for my husband's birthday (super easy to book online; website is inf
_kristina24escobar
_kristina24escobar
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Wonderful!
I am so glad I found Waverider Helicopter Tours. I booked a ride for my dad's 85th birthday, and it made his day. K
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babyRN19
Costa Mesa, CA17 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
An amazing fantastic unforgettable day for my 60th birthday celebration! It was a true VIP experience! The helicopter ride was absolutely perfect as was the tour of the wineries! SO surpassed my expectations! I couldn’t recommend Waverider Helicopter Tours more, Can’t wait to do it again! Thank you Kurt!!!
Written July 8, 2019
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CaSherry
Simi Valley, CA10 contributions
May 2019 • Friends
We just did this with the owner Kurt. It was wonderful, he is wonderful. The whole experience was beautiful. The scenery, the service was safe and relaxing, Kurt thoughtful and so kind. He pointed out some interesting history about the area and served us champagne as soon as we arrived at the winery, Kurt made sure we had a wonderful reservation and a perfect table. My mom (who is 88) and I felt like VIPs. What a perfect day. Also Kurt handles the helicopter so well. Landing with him feels like floating down from a cloud. Very soft..Thank you so very much Kurt.
Written May 15, 2019
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.

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