1 Day itinerary in United States, North America
Napa & Sonoma Combo Wine Tour
You’ll visit and sample wines from three boutique wineries across Sonoma and Napa Valley meaning you get to see and taste the best of both regions on one fantastic tour! We’ll also include a visit to the bustling Oxbow Public Market at lunchtime.
By Elie
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Easy
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English
GUIDANCE
Tour Leader
starting point
San Francisco
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Visit markets
Meet local people
Outdoors & Nature
Start/End
Night
Highlights
See the best of Sonoma and Napa Valley in one day
Meet passionate winery staff and learn about their processes and techniques
Visit three boutique wineries hand selected by us
Enjoy free time for lunch at Oxbow Public Market
See the best of Sonoma and Napa Valley in one day
Meet passionate winery staff and learn about their processes and techniques
Visit three boutique wineries hand selected by us
Enjoy free time for lunch at Oxbow Public Market
Itinerary
Napa & Sonoma Combo Wine Tour
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
The Best of Napa & Sonoma
Our first winery is Peter Cellars, which embodies the charm of Sonoma Valley wine tasting. This boutique estate winery produces award-winning varietals under the watchful eye of winemaker Peter Mauel, who combines the unique terroir and fruit characteristics of the famous Carneros appellation with old-world French winemaking techniques. Peter grew up in the United Kingdom and honed his skills in Burgundy and Bordeaux before studying at UC Davis We then visit Homewood Winery, a true down-home experience. It's a quaint and friendly micro-winery nestled in the heart of the Carneros region, producing about 1,000 cases each year. With luck, you'll get to meet the owner, Dave, and hear about his passion for the vine and how he learned and grew within the industry from simple home winemaker to cellar proprietor to produce his beloved wines. Lunch is on your own at the famous Oxbow Public Market in the town of Napa. If you catch a quick bite, there may be time for a walk along the Napa River or wine tasting in one of the dozen tasting rooms in downtown Napa. Our last stop is Buhman Estate Vineyards, which dates to1873, when John Jacob Buhman planted his first grapevine. Descendant Don Buhman reintroduced grape growing 20 years ago. At first, he sold his cherished Carneros grapes to brands such as Mumm, Rombauer, Sterling, and Schramsberg. But he was so successful that he started making his own wine, including Chardonnay, Rose, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon. On the ride home, you'll have plenty of time to discuss your favorite wines and ask your friendly guide questions about the region, including where to go for dinner in San Francisco. The tour departs daily at 9:00 am. Hotel pick-up is available at most San Francisco area hotels. Expect to return to San Francisco around 5:30 pm.
Guide: Included for the day
What’s Included
Transport
- Pick-up and drop-off
Activities
- A visit to three boutique wineries with tastings at each (two in Sonoma, one in Napa)
- A detailed winery tour with descriptions of the winemaking process
- A visit to Oxbow Public Market at lunchtime
- Lively narrative on San Francisco history and neighborhoods
- Photo stop at the Golden Gate Bridge
Extras
- All tasting fees
- Complimentary water, gum, mints and suntan lotion
Not Included
- Tips for your guide
- Lunch
About Elie
TEAM LEAD
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Elie’s love affair with San Francisco began in 1990. He has studied the city’s history and has a wealth of wine-tasting experiences that he’s happy to share. He has also led tours in San Francisco, Napa, Sonoma, Yellowstone, and Nepal.
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$212.00 USD