Full Day Wine Country Tour
8 hours
From 08:30
Group 1+
8 hours
08:30
What you'll do
Unwind and soak up the stunning scenery while we drive through beautiful vineyards, the most prized wine region of Northern California. Explore three different wineries, each with their very own charm, from small family-run wineries to large estates. The passionate and welcoming staff are eager to share their enthusiasm and knowledge of wine with you, and during an exclusive estate tour you can learn about the traditional and modern wine-making techniques and processes. Enjoy some of the best wine in the world at the various wineries in Sonoma and Napa Valley, with each tasting offering a unique experience that you can only find in Northern California. You will have some time to explore a winery on your own before or after the tasting, and your tour guide will lead you from winery to winery while providing fun and helpful insights on the way.
Highlights
- Visit 3 wineries in Sonoma and Napa Valley
- Tasting fees at all wineries included
- Wine tasting experience while learning wine making
- Cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge with incredible views
- Knowledgeable and helpful tour guide on board the bus
Itinerary
- 1Your tour starts at Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco, heading north for the first highlight of the tour – the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Take in the breathtaking views of the San Francisco skyline and Alcatraz Island while riding across the 1.7-mile span of the bridge. The tour continues through the picturesque Marin County, heading further into California’s world-famous wine region of Sonoma and Napa Valley.
- 2Unwind and soak up the stunning scenery while we drive through beautiful vineyards, the most prized wine region of Northern California. Explore three different wineries, each with their very own charm, from small family-run wineries to large estates. The passionate and welcoming staff are eager to share their enthusiasm and knowledge of wine with you, and during an exclusive estate tour you can learn about the traditional and modern wine-making techniques and processes.
- 3At lunch time we make a stop in Yountville or Historic Downtown Sonoma Square with its charming shops, art galleries and a wonderful variety of dining options. Enjoy your time at leisure and relax on a lawn during a picnic, or sample some cheese and wine at one of the local shops before heading on to the next winery.
- 4Enjoy some of the best wine in the world at the various wineries in Sonoma and Napa Valley, with each tasting offering a unique experience that you can only find in Northern California. You will have enough time to explore each winery on your own before or after the tastings, and your tour guide will lead you from winery to winery while providing fun and helpful insights on the way.
- 5After a full day of indulging into the California wine country, simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic ride across the Golden Gate Bridge once more as the sun slowly starts to set into the Pacific Ocean.
- 6Please note: All Wine tasting fees are included in the tour price.
- 7Winery locations are subject to change based on availability or private events
What's Included
- 9 hours Wine Country Tour in Sonoma & Napa Valley
- Wine tasting fees at all 3 wineries
- Helpful and knowledgeable, English-speaking tour guide
- Travel in luxury and comfortable coach bus
- Complimentary pickup and drop-off from most San Francisco hostels
What's not included
- Tips and gratuities (recommended)
- Food (lunch) and beverages
- Additional tasting fees for individual tastings
Notes
Important Information
- Winery locations, tour route and some stops may vary by day due to availability, weather and traffic conditions. Guest must reconfirm the tour by checking-in online at least 72 hours prior to departure (further details on your voucher).
- A valid photo ID is required. By U.S. law, you will need a valid ID to consume alcohol. If you forget your ID, you will not be allowed for wine tasting.
- Lunch stop will be provided but lunch is not included
- All wine tasting fees at the 3 winery stops are included. If you want to do any additional wine tastings, there are a few options during the tour with tasting fees ranging from $10 to $20.
- HOTEL PICK-UP: Hotel pick-up is available in various zones in Downtwon San Francisco but must be requested with the local operator directly at least 5 days prior to departure (further details on your voucher)
- CHILDREN: Children are allowed on this tour but we do not recommend bringing children under the age of 6. Please also note that any children 12 years and older must have an adult ticket though. However, drinking alcohol is not permitted for those under the age of 21. We require you to bring a child safety seat or booster seat for all children under 8 years of age or 4' 9" in height, as dictated by California State Law. You need to bring your own child- or booster seat. Failure to provide a seat for your child will result in forfeit of your seats on the tour without a refund.
Terms & Conditions
- We require guests to confirm the tour directly with our guest services by checking-in online or emailing [email protected] at least 72 hours before the start of the tour. If you do not reconfirm the details, we will not be responsible for guests missing their tour and no refund will be issued.
- You must be 21 years or older to taste and drink wine during this tour. Valid Photo ID required. Child- or booster seat required for all children under 8 years of age or 4' 9" in height. As we do not provide any child- or booster seat, you need to brign your own.
- Cleaning Fees - We will assess a cleaning fee of up to $100 for any passenger who permanently stains or renders a vehicle temporarily unfit for service due to spillage of any substances or other damage.
Know before you book
- Wineries and tour route may vary by day and availability
- Lunch stop will be provided but lunch is not included
- Children are allowed on the tour, but you must be 21 or older to drink wine
Starting point
Meet at least 20-30 minutes prior to departure at 99 Jefferson Street, San Francisco, CA 94133 (Fisherman's Wharf).
Starting time
8:30 AM
Duration
approx. 8 hours
Know before you go
- Hotel pickups must be scheduled at least 5 days in advance
- Guest must reconfirm the tour by checking-in online no later than 72 hrs before
- A valid photo ID is required on the tour
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 72 hours prior to travel date
Requirements
What to bring
- Valid Government-Issued ID.
- Extra spending money for meals, snacks, souvenirs etc.
- A light jacket (easily removable) in case of wind.
- Water bottle.
- Warm clothes and a waterproof jacket (during the winter months).
- Hat and sunscreen (during the summer months).
- Sturdy umbrella (if the forecast calls for rain).
What to wear
Temperatures vary depending on the season and time of day in the Bay Area, so we recommend to you wear layered clothing. We do not recommend wearing shorts or sleeveless shirts in the winter. However, we realize that everyone is acclimated to different weather and thus trust you to make your own judgement.
For footwear, we recommend comfortable walking shoes, such as regular tennis shoes, sneakers, or boots with rubber soles and treads. In the summer months, hiking sandals can be worn on the tour, but high heels, beach flip-flops, and other open-toed shoes are not recommended.
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 3 days before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 3 days before the activity start time.
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