Discover the timeless allure of Northern California’s wine country with an unforgettable full-day tour of both Napa and Sonoma Valleys with a lunch time at Sonoma square. This guided journey offers a seamless and luxurious blend of world-class winemaking, stunning scenery, and rich history. Your adventure begins with a departure from San Francisco, crossing the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and leaving the urban landscape behind for the serene, rolling hills of America’s most celebrated wine regions. The transition is a visual feast, as the misty city gives way to sun-drenched vineyards.

As the tour progresses, you’ll be treated to a comprehensive exploration of both Napa and Sonoma, two distinct yet equally magnificent regions. While Napa Valley is famed for its grand estates and bold Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma exudes a rustic, laid-back charm, specializing in elegant Pinot Noir and Zinfandel.

You will visit three carefully selected wineries, each offering a unique and authentic experience. These stops range from intimate, family-owned estates where you can hear the personal stories of the winemakers, to larger, renowned operations boasting magnificent cellars and extensive grounds. At each winery, you will gain an insider’s view of the winemaking process, from the initial grape cultivation to fermentation and bottling.

The highlight of each visit is the opportunity to participate in multiple premium tastings, savoring the distinct characteristics of celebrated wines from both Napa and Sonoma. An expert and friendly guide will accompany you throughout the day, sharing fascinating stories about the history of winemaking in the region, from the early Spanish missionaries to the modern-day vintners who have made this area a global sensation. Midway through the tour, you’ll have ample free time to explore the charming and historic Sonoma Square. The Sonoma Square is not just a park; it’s the largest plaza of its kind in California, a historical landmark at the heart of the city that once served as the final stand of the Bear Flag Revolt. Here, you can take a break for lunch at one of the many cafes or restaurants, offering everything from gourmet sandwiches to local cuisine. You can also browse unique boutique shops, art galleries, and enjoy the lively atmosphere of the plaza. This stress-free excursion ensures you can relax and indulge, with roundtrip transportation and all wine tasting fees included, making it the perfect way to experience the best of both worlds.

Highlights of Napa and Sonoma valley wine tour with Sonoma Square lunch stop

• Discover Napa and Sonoma Valleys, the heart of Northern California’s wine country
• Visit three of Northern California’s most prestigious wineries
• Participate in estate tours and learn wine making techniques
• Enjoy the extraordinary flavors during specialized wine tastings, included in the price
• Listen to your expert driver give a mini-city tour as you depart SF!

• Tour 3 winery estates
• 3-5 tastings per winery
• Lunch stop at Downtown Sonoma Square
• Cross the Golden Gate Bridge
• 24-hour Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tour (if option selected)
• 1-hour Chinatown Walking Tour (if option selected)
• Digital commentary aboard hop-on hop-off tour
• Tours may be taken separate days

• Meals and drinks

Please contact Tower Tours to confirm your tour, at least 24 hours prior to tour date by calling 1-415-716-1423 or email [email protected] • All tours will depart from the Tower Tours/Big Bus Office located at 99 Jefferson Street (Corner of Mason Street) Fisherman’s Wharf. Check-in and boarding is 20 minutes prior to tour time.

Know before you go

• You must be at least 21 years old with a valid photo ID to participate in the wine tastings
• Winery schedule and venues are subject to change without notice based on private events and availability
• The tour will feature visits to 3 of the local partner’s winery partners including the Madonna Estate, Ru Vango Winery, Sutter Home Winery, Cline Cellars, Jacuzzi Winery, or Muscardini. At each winery, you will spend approximately 1 hour for the tour and tasting
• All wine tasting fees are included in the tour price.
• Hop-on hop-off tour commentary available in: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese and Korean
• Chinatown walking tour departs at 1PM daily from Stop #2 North Beach/Chinatown