Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Napa Valley's renowned vineyards
- Visit Sonoma's historic wineries
- Enjoy scenic drives through California's wine country
- Learn about winemaking processes from experts
- Taste a variety of award-winning wines
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Transportation from San Francisco
- Guided visits to select wineries
- Wine tastings at each winery
- Meals and snacks
Itinerary
Pass by: San Francisco Bay with its stunning views from the Bay Bridge to the Golden Gate bridge offer the perfect beginning of your journey with Gray Line San Francisco. The infamous prison island Alcatraz is centered in the middle of the bay. A must do while visiting San Francisco.
After crossing the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, you'll have the opportunity to stop for photos at the Golden Gate North Vista Point. This viewpoint offers breathtaking views of the Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and the stunning San Francisco skyline.
Pass by: Pass the Mediterranean-style hillside homes of this famous seaside town shortly after crossing the bridge.
Our first stop will take you to Roche family boutique winery. where they offer over 35 years of award-winning wine making experience, several vineyard designate wines, varietals, and blends, as well as their famous down-to-earth Irish hospitality. The Roche Family welcomes you to visit either our Sonoma winery tasting room where we offer daily barrel tastings, indoor and outdoor wine tasting bars, light bites, and a shaded outdoor tasting patio with fireplaces. Not included in the Exclusive Wine & Food Tour.
Artesa Winery has been recognized as "One of the Best Napa Valley Wineries to Visit Right Now" by industry insiders. Nestled in the stunning Napa Valley, this avant-garde winery is situated on over 150 acres of picturesque hills, where you’ll find meticulously cultivated vines of the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Join our tour to sample exceptional wines and take advantage of numerous photo opportunities featuring breathtaking views of the valley.
Only included in the Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour, free time for lunch amidst charming streets lined with cafés, restaurants, and shops offering a variety of dining options. Remember, after lunch, there’s still one more winery visit to conclude the day.
Their wines have been handcrafted and family owned in Napa Valley for nearly a century. They are created from 100 percent organically grown grapes, located in the Carneros region of the Napa Valley. None of their wines available for purchase are found in any retail stores. Not included in the Exclusive Wine & Food Tour.
Pass by: On our way back to San Francisco, we will cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and once again, you will have the opportunity to admire the stunning views of the Bay Area as we drive you to your drop off location.
Meeting point
Start Location
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly.
- Gratuity for the guide is appreciated but not included in the tour price.
- Please inform the tour operator of any dietary restrictions or preferences in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and shoes suitable for walking and winery tours.
- Bring a valid ID for wine tastings.
- Consider bringing a light jacket, as temperatures can vary throughout the day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- Minimum age for wine tasting is 21 years.
- If you choose the Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Tour, it will encompass visits and tastings at three (3) of the following wineries: Artesa Winery, Jacuzzi, Madonna State Winery, Roche Winery, BR Cohn Winery or Robledo.
- If you choose the Exclusive Wine & Food Tour, it will encompass visits and tastings at Castello di Amorosa and at Artesa Winery (total value $200).
- Please note that winery locations and the tour itinerary may be subject to change, possibly due to traffic conditions or prior special events booked at a specific location.
Traveler reviews
Please Educate your guides
Our bus driver also served as the tour guide for our Sonoma and Napa wine tasting trip. Overall, the tour itself was enjoyable, but I was very disappointed by a comment the guide made as we were leaving San Francisco. While discussing the history of Chinatown, she said that Chinese people were so discriminated against that they had to form their own community, and that “it ended up being a good thing because it gave us Chinatown.” My wife is Asian, and we both found this comment offensive. It seemed to minimize the very real discrimination and exclusion that Chinese immigrants faced by suggesting that the outcome somehow made it worthwhile. I honestly don’t think the guide intended to be offensive or even realized how her words could be interpreted, but that’s exactly why additional training on presenting sensitive historical topics would be valuable. Tour guides have an opportunity to educate visitors about history accurately and respectfully. I hope this feedback is taken constructively so future guests don’t have a similar experience.
The drivers, staff, and...
The drivers, staff, and overall experience were wonderful! A special shoutout to Danilo—he was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating, and really made the day enjoyable. My only criticism would be the winery selection. In my opinion, the wineries themselves weren’t the strongest. We visited two smaller family-owned wineries and one larger winery. * Roche was nice, with attentive, generous, and welcoming staff, but the wine and grounds were fairly average. * Artesa was beautiful, although the tasting and presentation felt a bit over the top for my taste. * Madonna was very small and, honestly, not particularly memorable. I also wish there had been more time to simply relax and enjoy the wine. The experience was heavily focused on guided presentations and information, which may appeal to some people, but I personally would have preferred more free time to socialize, take in the scenery, and enjoy the tastings at our own pace. Overall, I think the tour company did an excellent job with transportation, organization, and customer service. I would just recommend considering different winery partners and/or extending the day slightly to allow for more unstructured time. It would also be helpful if guests knew which wineries were included before booking so they could make a more informed decision.
Perfect for a quick couples getaway
This was an awesome tour, we had a lot of fun. The bus was nice and very comfortable. Kristin was a great guide and very knowledgeable, giving facts throughout the day. The wineries were beautiful. Artesia was hands down the favorite!
Wine Tour
Great day at 3 different wineries in Napa and Sonoma. We also stopped briefly on the north side of the golden state bridge for a photo opportunity. They have hotdog and fruit vendors there. I would Highly recommend eating a big breakfast or bring snacks since the lunch break is around 1:30 and you have already hit two wineries. Audio did not work on our bus so couldn’t understand anything the driver said. Other than that it was Fun
Overall good except for last winery. .
Good visit except for last vineyard Madonna which was poor.