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Charter Bus Rentals in Hollister
You deserve group transportation that's fast to find, easy to compare, and actually fits your trip. Whether your group is heading to Pinnacles National Park, the Hollister Independence Rally, or the wineries along Cienega Road, Gilroycharterbuscompany.com puts buses from a large network of transportation companies right at your fingertips — with instant online pricing and no account required. Call 669-746-5930 or get your quote online right now!
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Forget calling five different companies, waiting on callbacks, and trying to compare quotes that never quite line up. Gilroycharterbuscompany.com makes the whole process simple. You fill out one quick form, and in seconds you're looking at a results page showing different buses, photos, and pricing from a large network of transportation companies serving Hollister and the surrounding area. No account needed.
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Request the amenities you want — WiFi, reclining seats, a built-in bar, power outlets, an onboard restroom — and compare pictures and prices side by side in seconds. Buses are available statewide for local trips around San Benito County and long-distance runs to San Jose, San Francisco, Monterey, and beyond. Gilroycharterbuscompany.com is a quote-comparison and referral website, not a local bus company. Transportation is provided by independent operators, and booking is completed through a national booking platform.
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Hollister Charter Bus Rental Options
Why limit yourself to one fleet? Through Gilroycharterbuscompany.com, you can find minibuses, party buses, charter buses, sprinter vans, and school buses from a large network of transportation companies serving Hollister, California. Whatever your group size or destination, there's a vehicle in the network that fits your needs perfectly!
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Pricing depends on the vehicle type, how many passengers you're moving, the distance you're traveling, and when you need the bus. A sprinter van for a wine tour along Cienega Road costs differently than a 56-passenger charter bus for a long-distance run to San Francisco International Airport. The online tool accounts for all of it and shows you your options side by side so you can choose the bus that fits your group and your budget.
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| Type of Vehicle | Cost Per Hour Weekdays | Cost Per Hour Weekends | Cost Per Day | Cost Per Mile |
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| 56 Passenger Charter Bus | $205 – $385+ | $225 – $410+ | $1,650 – $2,950+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 35 Passenger Minibus | $225 – $370+ | $255 – $385+ | $1,815 – $2,415+ | $6.20 – $8.95+ |
| 30 Passenger Minibus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.90 – $8.60+ |
| 28 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $355+ | $220 – $370+ | $1,540 – $2,255+ | $5.65 – $8.25+ |
| 25 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $350+ | $195 – $365+ | $1,420 – $2,180+ | $5.40 – $7.90+ |
| 20 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| 18 Passenger Minibus | $190 – $330+ | $190 – $350+ | $1,210 – $1,990+ | $5.00 – $7.25+ |
| 15 Passenger Minibus | $180 – $310+ | $180 – $330+ | $1,150 – $1,880+ | $4.75 – $6.95+ |
| 15-50 Passenger Party Bus | $248 – $426+ | $265 – $460+ | $1,827 – $2,954+ | $6.75 – $9.95+ |
| Sprinter Van with Driver | $190 – $373+ | $218 – $466+ | $1,395 – $2,848+ | $5.00 – $6.95+ |
| Sprinter Limo | $190 – $340+ | $190 – $355+ | $1,300 – $2,080+ | $5.15 – $7.50+ |
| School Bus | $205 – $365+ | $240 – $380+ | $1,670 – $2,335+ | $5.00 – $7.60+ |
| ABOVE PRICES ARE JUST EXAMPLES. Your final price and vehicle options depend entirely on your specific trip details. To get an instant price quote for your trip, request an online quote or call 669-746-5930. | ||||
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Gilroycharterbuscompany.com makes finding group transportation in Hollister, California faster and easier than it's ever been. Instead of searching for local companies one at a time, making calls during business hours, and hoping someone picks up, you fill out one quick form and instantly compare buses, amenities, and pricing from a large network of independently owned transportation companies — all in one place.
Because Gilroycharterbuscompany.com is not a local bus company, you're never limited to whatever one fleet happens to have available on your date. The network includes everything from compact sprinter vans for small groups to 56-passenger motorcoaches for large-scale trips, and you can compare them all side by side with photos and upfront pricing in seconds. No account needed.
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Give your group the transportation it deserves! Gilroycharterbuscompany.com helps you find buses for every occasion in Hollister — airport runs, concerts, corporate events, employee shuttles, government travel, long-distance trips, private parties, prom, religious gatherings, school field trips, sporting events, weddings, wine tours, and more. Whatever brings your group together, there's a bus in the network ready for it!
Timely Airport Transportation for Hollister Groups
With Gilroycharterbuscompany.com, booking airport transportation from Hollister is simple. The closest commercial airport is San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) (1701 Airport Blvd, San Jose, CA 95110), about 35 miles north via CA-25 to US-101. For larger international departures, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is roughly 75 miles northwest, and Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) (200 Fred Kane Dr, Monterey, CA 93940) is about 55 miles south.
One bus keeps your whole group together from pickup to curb, with no juggling of multiple cars or rideshares. At SJC, charter buses pick up at Terminal A Ground Transportation Center, Stop #4, and at Terminal B, charter buses use Stop #11 in the middle island — a different stop from scheduled buses, so make sure your group knows where to meet. At SFO, charter buses use curbside zones set apart from standard passenger drop-off and pickup areas — confirm your terminal's current bus zone assignment with SFO ground transportation when you book.
Compare airport shuttle buses from a network of transportation companies serving Hollister by calling 669-746-5930 or using the online quote tool right now!
Hollister Concert Charter Bus Rentals
It's a long way from Hollister to a sold-out show in San Jose or San Francisco, and the last thing you want after a great night is figuring out how everyone is getting home. A concert bus rental keeps your whole group together from the first pickup through the final song — and the celebration can start on the ride over.
Whether your group is heading north to SAP Center (525 W Santa Clara St, San Jose, CA 95113) for a major arena show, crossing the Bay for a night at the Chase Center (1 Warriors Way, San Francisco, CA 94158), or staying closer to home for a local event in Gilroy or Salinas, Gilroycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare buses and pricing from a large network of transportation companies. Party buses with built-in bars, LED lighting, and Bluetooth sound systems are available for groups that want the energy going before the doors even open. Compare concert bus options from Hollister by calling 669-746-5930 or using the online quote tool!
Corporate Event Charter Bus Rentals in Hollister
Coordinating corporate travel from Hollister doesn't have to mean organizing a convoy of rental cars or hoping everyone finds the right exit off US-101. A corporate charter bus keeps your team together, on schedule, and focused — whether you're heading to a client meeting in San Jose's Silicon Valley corridor, shuttling staff to a conference at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center (150 W San Carlos St, San Jose, CA 95113), or running a team off-site in the Monterey Bay area.
Full-size charter buses come with WiFi, power outlets, reclining seats, and climate control so your team can stay productive on the road. Minibuses are a great fit for smaller executive groups that need a nimble, comfortable ride without a full-size coach. Compare corporate transportation options serving Hollister and San Benito County from a network of transportation companies — call 669-746-5930 or use the online tool to get instant pricing!
Hollister Employee Shuttle Bus Services
Get a dedicated employee shuttle and take the daily commute stress completely off your team's plate. For Hollister workers commuting north to Silicon Valley or San Jose, the drive up CA-25 to US-101 is manageable — but doing it every day in a personal vehicle adds up fast in fuel, wear, and lost time. A recurring employee shuttle bus turns that commute into a productive, relaxed ride where your team arrives ready to work.
Gilroycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare employee shuttle options from a network of transportation companies serving Hollister and the surrounding region. Whether you need a daily commuter route, a shuttle for a company event, or temporary transportation while your parking situation changes, you can find the right vehicle and pricing in seconds. Minibuses are a great fit for smaller teams; full-size charter buses handle larger departments with ease.
Call 669-746-5930 or use the online quote tool to explore your employee transportation options today!
Hollister Military and Government Transportation
With one form, government agencies and military units in the Hollister area can compare buses and pricing from a large network of transportation companies serving San Benito County and the surrounding region. Whether you're moving personnel between facilities, coordinating group travel for training events, or arranging transportation for a multi-day operation, Gilroycharterbuscompany.com puts your options right in front of you without the usual back-and-forth.
Full-size charter buses with undercarriage luggage bays and ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network — just mention your specific requirements when you submit your quote request. From short local runs to long-distance personnel moves across California, the network has the vehicles and the capacity to handle government and military transportation needs of any scale. Call 669-746-5930 or use the online quote tool to get your options in seconds!
Private Long-Distance Charter Bus Rentals in Hollister
Fill out one form and compare long-distance charter buses from a network of transportation companies serving Hollister and all of California. Whether your group is heading to Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Sacramento, or anywhere in between, a full-size motorcoach makes the journey comfortable for everyone on board — with reclining seats, climate control, WiFi, power outlets, onboard restrooms, and large undercarriage luggage bays for all your gear.
Hollister sits at a natural crossroads for Central California travel. CA-152 over Pacheco Pass connects east to I-5 and the Central Valley; US-101 runs north to the Bay Area and south to Monterey and beyond. A long-distance charter bus handles the routing while your group relaxes, catches up, or arrives rested and ready.
Compare long-distance bus options and pricing in seconds — call 669-746-5930 or use the online quote tool right now!
Efficient Private Event Charter Bus Rentals in Hollister
It's easier than ever to arrange private event transportation in Hollister when you use Gilroycharterbuscompany.com. Birthday parties, anniversary celebrations, family reunions, quinceañeras — whatever brings your group together, a private bus rental keeps everyone on the same itinerary without splitting into a caravan of cars. Head out to the Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area (7800 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023) for a group OHV day, celebrate at a venue in downtown Hollister, or take the whole group on a day trip to San Juan Bautista State Historic Park (2nd & Mariposa St, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045) — one bus, one pickup, no one getting lost on CA-156.
Compare party buses, minibuses, and charter buses from a network of transportation companies serving Hollister. Call 669-746-5930 or use the online quote tool to see your options and pricing in seconds!
Create a Night to Remember with Hollister Prom Bus Rentals
Let Gilroycharterbuscompany.com make prom night in Hollister one to remember from the very first pickup. A party bus or limousine keeps the whole group together, the energy high, and the night running on YOUR schedule — not on whoever's turn it is to drive. Party Buses Available through the network come loaded with color-changing LED lighting, premium sound systems with Bluetooth, flat-panel TVs, and wraparound perimeter seating to set the tone before you even arrive.
Prom season in the San Benito County area is one of the busiest times of year for bus rentals, and vehicles book up fast. The earlier you compare options and lock in your date, the more choices you'll have — and the better the pricing. Don't wait until the last minute!
Call 669-746-5930 or use the online quote tool to compare prom buses and pricing from a network of transportation companies serving Hollister right now!
Charter Bus Rentals for Hollister Church Events
Every congregation deserves reliable, comfortable group transportation — whether you're organizing weekly services, a retreat, a regional conference, or a pilgrimage to a historic site like Mission San Juan Bautista (406 2nd St, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045), one of California's most beloved and historically significant Spanish missions. A charter bus or minibus keeps your group together, on time, and focused on what matters most.
Gilroycharterbuscompany.com makes it easy to compare buses from a network of transportation companies serving Hollister and San Benito County. ADA-accessible vehicles are available through the network — just mention your needs when you request your quote. Whether your group is 15 or 55, there's a vehicle in the network sized right for your congregation.
Call 669-746-5930 or use the online quote tool to find religious group transportation options in seconds!
Field Trip Charter Bus Rentals in Hollister
Gilroycharterbuscompany.com is the go-to resource for school field trip and event transportation in the Hollister area. Forget the stress of coordinating parent carpool chains — one charter bus or minibus keeps your whole class together, accounted for, and on schedule from the moment you leave campus to the moment you return.
Hollister-area students have incredible destinations within easy reach. Pinnacles National Park (5000 CA-146, Paicines, CA 95043) is just 30 miles southeast — a spectacular destination for science and ecology field trips, with volcanic rock formations, talus caves, and California condor habitat. San Juan Bautista State Historic Park is 12 miles west on CA-156, offering a living history experience at one of California's most intact Spanish colonial plazas.
ADA-accessible buses are available through the network; just mention it when you request your quote. Call 669-746-5930 or use the online tool to compare field trip buses and pricing today!
Get Your Team and Fan Group Ready for Game Day with a Hollister Bus Rental
Let Gilroycharterbuscompany.com handle the logistics while your team focuses on the game. Whether you're moving a youth travel team to a tournament in San Jose or Morgan Hill, shuttling fans to a sporting event at SAP Center, or organizing group travel for a golf outing at Ridgemark Golf & Country Club (3800 Airline Hwy, Hollister, CA 95023), a charter bus or minibus keeps everyone together and on time.
Full-size charter buses come with large undercarriage luggage bays for equipment, gear bags, and everything your team brings along. Party buses are a great pick for fan groups who want the celebration going before the opening whistle. Compare sports transportation options from a network of companies serving Hollister — call 669-746-5930 or use the online quote tool to get instant pricing!
Keep Your Wedding Party and Guests Together with a Hollister Charter Bus
You can count on Gilroycharterbuscompany.com to make wedding transportation in Hollister the easiest part of your entire planning process. Whether you're shuttling guests between a downtown Hollister hotel and a vineyard ceremony in the Cienega Valley, running a bridal party to a venue near Bolado Park Event Center, or coordinating hotel pickups and returns after a late reception, one bus keeps your loved ones together and on schedule without anyone worrying about parking or designated drivers.
White, black, and silver buses are available through the network to match your wedding colors — just mention your preference when you request your quote. Compare wedding minibuses, charter buses, and party buses from a network of transportation companies serving Hollister. Call 669-746-5930 or use the online quote tool to find your wedding bus today!
Keep Your Wine Tour Group Together with a Hollister Charter Bus
Choosing a bus for your Hollister wine tour is one of the best decisions your group will make all day. The Cienega Valley AVA — one of California's oldest wine appellations, running south of Hollister along Cienega Road — is home to legendary wineries including DeRose Winery (9970 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023), established in 1854 and one of the oldest continuously operating wineries in the state, and Calera Wine Company (11300 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023), nationally acclaimed for its Mt. Harlan Pinot Noir.
The rural roads along Cienega Road are narrow and winding — a minibus or sprinter van is strongly preferred over a full-size coach for this route. Your group rides together between tastings, nobody navigates, and everyone enjoys the scenery. Compare wine tour buses from a network of transportation companies serving Hollister — call 669-746-5930 or use the online quote tool to get your options in seconds!
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Charter Buses & Group Transportation in Hollister & Beyond
Gilroycharterbuscompany.com is the easiest way to find bus rentals in Hollister and every nearby community. Whether you need transportation from Gilroy, Morgan Hill, San Juan Bautista, Tres Pinos, Salinas, Santa Cruz, San Jose, or Monterey, the network of transportation companies serving this region has you covered. Fill out one form to compare buses and pricing across all of San Benito County and the surrounding area!
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hollister Charter Bus Rentals
Gilroycharterbuscompany.com helps you compare buses rental options; it is not a transportation company and does not rent, own, or operate vehicles. When you submit the quote form, your trip details go through a booking company so you can review pricing and available vehicles for your date. You compare the options and book through the process shown with your quote.
Gilroycharterbuscompany.com is a quote-comparison and referral website that makes it easy to find and compare charter bus, minibus, party bus, sprinter van, and school bus rentals in Hollister, California. It is not a local bus company or motor carrier. Transportation is provided by independent operators, and booking is completed through a national booking platform.
You fill out one form, compare your options side by side, and choose the bus that works for your group — no account required, and a free quote is always available online or by phone at 669-746-5930.
San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC) is the closest commercial airport, about 35 miles north of Hollister via CA-25 to US-101 — roughly 45 to 55 minutes in normal traffic. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is approximately 75 miles northwest and takes 90 minutes to two hours depending on Bay Area traffic. Monterey Regional Airport (MRY) is about 55 miles south via US-101, roughly 60 to 75 minutes.
For groups flying in or out of SJC, note that charter buses pick up at the Terminal A Ground Transportation Center, Stop #4, and at Terminal B at Stop #11 in the middle island — a different stop from scheduled buses.
The rural roads along Cienega Road south of Hollister — where DeRose Winery (9970 Cienega Rd) and Calera Wine Company (11300 Cienega Rd) are located — are narrow, winding, and not well-suited to 40–56 passenger full-size motorcoaches. A minibus or sprinter van is strongly recommended for wine tours in the Cienega Valley. When you request your quote, mention that your route includes Cienega Road so the right vehicle size is matched to your itinerary from the start.
Pinnacles National Park has bus and oversized vehicle parking available in the main parking area near the East Visitor Center off CA-146. The official park entrance fee is $30 per private vehicle (valid seven days), with separate posted rates for commercial vans, minibuses, and motor coaches based on seating capacity. One critical detail: there is no road connecting the east and west entrances through the park — your bus must commit to one side for the day.
The east entrance is the primary access point for most visitor facilities. On busy spring weekends during wildflower season (March through April), the parking lot can fill by 9am, so plan an early departure from Hollister.
The Hollister Independence Rally (historically held around the July 4th weekend, though it has been held intermittently in recent years) draws large crowds to downtown Hollister, with San Benito Street as the main rally corridor. Street closures and parking restrictions are enforced in the downtown area during the rally, and traffic into the city is significantly heavier than normal. A charter bus or minibus rental is an excellent choice for the rally — your group arrives together and avoids the parking scramble.
Confirm current road closure details, whether the rally is happening in a given year, and designated bus drop-off areas with the City of Hollister before your visit, as rally logistics are coordinated on a year-by-year basis.
No. The upper park road at Fremont Peak State Park (San Juan Canyon Rd, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045), about 15 miles west of Hollister, is narrow and winding — minibuses only. Full-size charter buses cannot safely access the upper road to the summit area. If your group is planning a visit for stargazing at the Fremont Peak Observatory (which hosts public astronomy programs on scheduled Saturday nights from April through October), a minibus or sprinter van is the right vehicle.
Confirm current road conditions and day-use fees with California State Parks before your visit.
It depends on your headcount. A standard class of 20 to 30 students and chaperones fits comfortably in a 25–35 passenger minibus, which is also easier to park in the Pinnacles East Visitor Center lot than a full-size coach. Larger groups — two classes traveling together, for example — may need a 56-passenger charter bus or two minibuses.
When you fill out the quote form, enter your exact passenger count and the destination, and the results page will show you the vehicle options and pricing that match. ADA-accessible buses are available through the network; mention it when you request your quote.
For most trips in the Hollister area, booking two to four weeks in advance gives you a solid selection of vehicles and competitive pricing. For high-demand dates, book much earlier: the Hollister Independence Rally (when it's held, around July 4th weekend) and the San Benito County Fair at Bolado Park (early October) are two of the busiest windows of the year locally, and buses serving those dates fill well in advance. Prom season in April and May books up fast across the region as well.
The earlier you compare and lock in your date, the more options you'll have — and the better the pricing. Call 669-746-5930 or use the online quote tool to get started today!
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Charter a Bus to the Top Hollister Destinations
With one quick form, you can find a bus to take your group to some of the most incredible destinations in and around Hollister — from a nationally recognized park with volcanic caves and California condors, to one of the oldest continuously operating wineries in the state. Here are six great places to go!
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Pinnacles National Park
Pinnacles National Park (5000 CA-146, Paicines, CA 95043; (831) 389-4486) sits just 30 miles southeast of Hollister via CA-25 S and CA-146, making it the most dramatic natural destination within easy reach of the city. Designated a national park in 2013, Pinnacles protects a stunning landscape of ancient volcanic rock formations, talus caves, and one of the few remaining habitats for the endangered California condor. The Bear Gulch Cave and Balconies Cave are two of the park's most popular features, accessible by trail from the east entrance.
Bus and oversized vehicle parking is available in the main lot near the East Visitor Center off CA-146. The entrance fee is $30 per private vehicle, with separate posted rates for commercial buses based on capacity. No road connects the east and west entrances, so plan accordingly.
Spring wildflower season (March through April) is spectacular but busy — the lot fills by 9am on peak weekends, so plan an early departure from Hollister.
Address: 5000 CA-146, Paicines, CA 95043 Phone: (831) 389-4486
San Juan Bautista State Historic Park
San Juan Bautista State Historic Park (2nd Street & Mariposa Street, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045; (831) 623-4881) is just 12 miles west of Hollister via CA-156, making it one of the most accessible historic destinations in the region. The centerpiece is Mission San Juan Bautista, California's largest remaining Spanish mission and the only one still standing on its original site fronting a traditional plaza. The state park surrounds the mission with a collection of restored 19th-century buildings including the Plaza Hotel, the Plaza Stable, and the Castro-Breen Adobe.
The entire complex appeared in Alfred Hitchcock's 1958 film Vertigo. Bus parking is available on 3rd Street and along the plaza perimeter. The park is open daily 9:30am–4:30pm; admission is charged for state park buildings.
A perfect destination for history, architecture, and cultural field trips.
Address: 2nd St & Mariposa St, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045 Phone: (831) 623-4881
Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area
Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area (7800 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023; (831) 637-3874) is California's first and most iconic off-highway vehicle park, operated by California State Parks on 6,800 acres of rolling hills south of the city. The park features an extensive network of trails for motorcycles, ATVs, 4WDs, and other off-road vehicles, making it a legendary destination for the OHV community and a natural fit for group outings during the Hollister Independence Rally weekend. Bus and RV parking is available in the main lot near the entrance kiosk on Cienega Road.
Day-use fee is approximately $10 per vehicle. Group events and organized rides require advance reservation through California State Parks. The park is open weekends and holidays; check California State Parks for current operating schedules.
Address: 7800 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023 Phone: (831) 637-3874
DeRose Winery
DeRose Winery (9970 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023; (831) 636-9143) is one of the most historically significant wineries in California — established in 1854, it is among the oldest continuously operating wineries in the state. Located in the Cienega Valley AVA about 10 miles south of downtown Hollister, DeRose produces estate wines from vines that include some of the oldest plantings in the appellation. Tastings and tours are available; contact the winery in advance for group visits.
The Cienega Valley's unique soils and cool maritime influence from Monterey Bay produce wines unlike anything found in Napa or Sonoma. Important for bus planning: Cienega Road is a narrow, rural two-lane road — a minibus or sprinter van is strongly recommended over a full-size charter bus for this route. Mention your destination when you request your quote so the right vehicle is matched to your trip.
Address: 9970 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023 Phone: (831) 636-9143
Calera Wine Company
Calera Wine Company (11300 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023; (831) 637-9170) is one of California's most celebrated small wineries, founded in 1975 by Josh Jensen on the slopes of Mt. Harlan in the Cienega Valley. Calera's estate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are nationally acclaimed and have helped put San Benito County on the fine wine map. The winery's Mt. Harlan AVA — one of California's highest-elevation wine appellations — produces wines of exceptional complexity.
Group visits are recommended by appointment. As with all Cienega Valley destinations, the mountain road to Calera is narrow and steep — a minibus or sprinter van is essential; full-size coaches cannot safely navigate this route. Plan your wine tour through the Cienega Valley with the right vehicle and your whole group rides comfortably between every stop.
Address: 11300 Cienega Rd, Hollister, CA 95023 Phone: (831) 637-9170
Bolado Park Event Center (San Benito County Fair)
Bolado Park Event Center (9000 Airline Hwy, Tres Pinos, CA 95075; (831) 628-3421) is the historic fairgrounds of San Benito County, located about 7 miles south of Hollister in the small community of Tres Pinos. The complex hosts the San Benito County Fair (typically held in early October), one of the region's largest annual community events, as well as rodeos, horse shows, agricultural exhibitions, and private events throughout the year. The fairgrounds feature large open parking areas that comfortably accommodate buses, RVs, and oversized vehicles — making it one of the most bus-friendly event venues in the county.
For fair weekend, the grounds draw visitors from across the Central Coast, and a charter bus or minibus is a great way to bring a group without dealing with the parking rush. Contact the event center in advance for group arrival logistics during major events.
Address: 9000 Airline Hwy, Tres Pinos, CA 95075 Phone: (831) 628-3421