WINE COUNTRY · WINE COUNTRY DAY TRIPS IN THE USA

Wine Country Day Trips in the USA: Our Top 15

71 tours  ·  from $65 a head

San Francisco supplies most of these, Los Angeles and Seattle the rest. The 15 below compare the big coaches against the twelve-seat vans on price, how many tasting rooms you reach and what time you are back.

Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco - Roche Winery and the small family feel
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Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

1.Napa and Sonoma Wine Country Full-Day Tour from San Francisco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,455 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $165Our pick

Spend 8 to 9 hours crossing the Golden Gate Bridge, tasting at three Napa and Sonoma wineries, and enjoying free time in Sonoma Plaza. Gray Line guides such as Don, Debbie, Thomas, and Rick lead the day, though winery stops can change. The air-conditioned coach is practical, but the group may reach 50 people.

“We had a very enjoyable experience during this trip. If you are looking to get a sampling of Napa / Sonoma Valley it is a great choice. You may need to book another trip if you are looking to really dive into all of the wineries in the area.”

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San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch - One hour under the redwoods at Muir Woods
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San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

2.San Francisco Super Saver: Muir Woods & Wine Country w/ optional Gourmet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,352 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $179

Spend about 11 hours traveling from San Francisco to Muir Woods and three wineries in Napa and Sonoma. Expect hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, tastings, a Sonoma lunch stop, and a Golden Gate Bridge photo stop. Guides such as Mark, Dustin, Ben, and Alberto are known for adding local history and humor. A gourmet lunch upgrade is available.

“Dustin was awesome! He was so knowledgeable and made the tour a lot of fun! I liked that we went to lesser known wineries and were able to try wines not available in stores.”

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Small-Group Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings - Crossing the Golden Gate Bridge before the vines
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Small-Group Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings

3.Small-Group Wine Country Tour from San Francisco with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,543 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $179Top rated

Spend about nine and a half hours touring Sonoma Valley in a minivan limited to 13 people. Guides such as Anthony, Marc, Paul, and Nino mix wine facts with Bay Area history and humor. Three boutique winery tastings, Sonoma Plaza, Golden Gate Bridge views, and Sausalito are included. Lunch and the optional ferry ride cost extra.

“Great time! Loved Nino, great energy and made everything a learning experience. Great spot for lunch, awesome wineries.”

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San Francisco: Half-Day Wine Country Excursion with Tastings - Leaving Fisherman’s Wharf for the Golden Gate Bridge
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San Francisco: Half-Day Wine Country Excursion with Tastings

4.Half-Day Wine Country Excursion with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 409 reviews · 330 minutes - 1 day · from $109

Spend an afternoon crossing the Golden Gate Bridge, passing through Sausalito, and visiting two Napa or Sonoma winery estates. You will taste 3 to 5 wines at each stop, see a barrel room, and hear local stories from an English-speaking guide. Guides such as James, Grady, George, and Marco have led past departures.

“It was quick and easy to get the bus for the tour. Only thing I wish was if we were able to go to one more winery.”

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Sonoma Wine Country Electric Trike Tour - 3 hours - Rolling through vineyards and country roads
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Sonoma Wine Country Electric Trike Tour – 3 hours

5.Sonoma Wine Country Electric Trike Tour – 3 hours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 331 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $175

Ride an easy-to-handle electric trike through Sonoma with guides such as Howard, Tony, David, or Melissa. Expect vineyard roads, rolling hills, General Vallejo’s home, Mission San Francisco Solano, a winery stop, and Vella Cheese. Wine costs extra, and sunset tours view closed historic sites from outside.

“Beautiful afternoon riding around on electric tricycles that have some pep and zip. Loved the history sprinkled with visits to local treasures like the cheese shop and 3 fat guys. Ice cream at the end was a treat!”

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North Georgia Wine Country Tour from Atlanta - Serenity Cellars: a sociable first tasting
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North Georgia Wine Country Tour from Atlanta

6.North Georgia Wine Country Tour from Atlanta

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 260 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129

Spend about 10.5 hours leaving Atlanta for three North Georgia wineries and the Bavarian-style town of Helen. Taste up to 13 wines, enjoy included transportation, and use free time for lunch and shopping. Guides such as Pam and Annette are praised for friendly, careful service, though winery stops may change.

“We had a truly wonderful experience on our recent individual/group wine tour, departing from downtown Atlanta. The trip exceeded our expectations, largely due to our excellent and highly knowledgeable driver. They were clearly experienced with the North Georgia vineyards and provided valuable insights throughout the day. We visited three exceptional wineries, each of which was perfectly prepared for our group, offering engaging presentations on their history, winemaking techniques, and comprehensive details for every tasting. The inclusion of a leisurely few hours in Helen, Georgia, was a delightful addition. This tour was both highly informative and incredibly enjoyable!”

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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Temecula Wine Country - The basket, the burner, and the first lift
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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Temecula Wine Country

7.Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight over the Temecula Wine Country

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 256 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $179

Start at Europa Village before sunrise for a 60 to 75-minute shared balloon flight over Temecula Wine Country. Pilots such as Bill, Rusty, Pete, and Will provide commentary, while the crew handles setup and recovery. Finish with champagne, juice, or cider, plus a souvenir flight certificate.

“Best experience we could’ve asked for as this was a first for both my boyfriend and I! Bill and the team with him were so funny and made the whole experience stress free and so much fun. There is someone in the room before you leave to get on the balloon who offers a picture package for $250 but the pictures we got while in the air for free were so amazing. The views of all the wineries are so beautiful and Bill recommended a lot of wineries to go and visit. The champagne/sparkling cider toast afterwards at Bolero wrapped the whole time together perfectly. 100/10 would recommend and we…”

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Wine Country Join-in Flight - What the flight feels like in the basket
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Wine Country Join-in Flight

8.Wine Country Join-in Flight

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 237 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $315

Meet in Sonoma for an early hot-air-balloon flight over vineyards, Carneros, and parts of Napa Valley. Watch the balloons inflate, hear a safety briefing, then drift for about an hour with pilots such as Mateo, Nacho, Jeff, or Ignacio. Coffee, snacks, return transport, and a post-flight champagne toast are included. Spanish-speaking pilots may be available.

“This was a bucket list item for me and did not disappoint. It was so peaceful and beautiful that many times I described it as floating through a dream. The crew and our pilot, Nacho, were the absolute best. This is a "must do" experience!”

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San Francisco: Sonoma Wine Country Tour with Tastings - Three Sonoma wineries, three different moods
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San Francisco: Sonoma Wine Country Tour with Tastings

9.Sonoma Wine Country Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 218 reviews · 9 hours · from $189

Travel from central San Francisco in a van limited to 13 people, stopping at the Golden Gate Bridge, three Sonoma boutique wineries, Sonoma Plaza, and Sausalito. Guides such as Anthony, Marc, Paul, Nick, and Anja share wine and Bay Area history. Tastings and hotel pickup are included, but lunch is not.

“our guide Anthony was excellent, he was do friendly and gave us so much information about wine production but also information about the whole area. it was also a very small tour which made it special. Would thoroughly recommend”

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Small-Group Giant Redwoods and Russian River Wine Country Trip - Guerneville gives the drive a small-town pause
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Small-Group Giant Redwoods and Russian River Wine Country Trip

10.Small-Group Giant Redwoods and Russian River Wine Country Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 205 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $189

Ride in a small group from select San Francisco hotels to the Golden Gate Bridge, Armstrong Redwoods, and two Russian River wineries. Expect a guided forest walk, tastings at Hook & Ladder and Kendall-Jackson, lunch, and local stories from guides such as David, Kurt, Phil, and Don.

“Our driver/guide Antony was awesome! He was very knowledgeable and shared lots of interesting information with us. He was funny and made our trip fun! The people on our tour were friendly and we all had a great time. Would definitely recommend this trip!”

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6-Hour Private Limousine Wine Country Tour of Napa or Sonoma - Napa or Sonoma: choosing the right side of wine country
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6-Hour Private Limousine Wine Country Tour of Napa or Sonoma

11.6-Hour Private Limousine Wine Country Tour of Napa or Sonoma

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 6 hours (approx.)

Spend six hours exploring Napa or Sonoma in a private limousine for up to eight people. Apex helps shape your route, while chauffeurs such as Peter, Sasha, Don, Johnny, and Alex handle the driving, timing, and winery stops. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but tasting fees are extra.

“Great experience! Peter was wonderful and so accommodating! It made for a wonderful experience and birthday! Thank you!”

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Best E-Bike Rental! Wine country fun - Santa Rosa Creek Trail: the gentle opening
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Best E-Bike Rental! Wine country fun

12.Best E-Bike Rental! Wine country fun

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $105Best value

Start in Santa Rosa with a pedal-assisted e-bike, helmet, lock, and route app. Ride the Santa Rosa Creek, Joe Rodota, and West County trails toward Graton and Forestville, with optional food stops and wine tasting at places such as Taft Street Winery. This is a self-guided outing, not a guided group tour.

“We enjoyed cycling through the beautiful trail along the creek and seeing the vineyards up close! A perfect experience! Excited to do it again with more friends!”

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Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour - Three winery stops with different points of view
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Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour

13.Santa Barbara Wine Country Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 95 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $200

This six-hour shared tour takes you from Santa Barbara into Santa Ynez Valley for tastings at three boutique wineries, with visits that may include a vineyard, tasting room, or production space. Guides such as Ian, Yunee, Michael, and Eytan explain local grapes, soils, and winemaking. Hotel pickup, lunch, and drop-off are included.

“This wasn’t just wine tasting, but also an education. We’re not strangers to wine tasting, but this was informative and personal. Visiting smaller, family owned wineries snuggled amidst lush countryside was an unexpected treat. Oh, the wine was excellent, and Iaon Pohlit owner/operator of Rooted Vines, was knowledgeable and thoughtful. It was a very pleasurable day.”

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San Diego to Temecula: Wine Country Tour & Historic Old Town - Frangipani Estate is the intimate lunch stop
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San Diego to Temecula: Wine Country Tour & Historic Old Town

14.San Diego to Temecula: Wine Country Tour & Historic Old Town

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 93 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $258

Travel from San Diego to Temecula in a small group of up to 15 people, stopping in Old Town and three very different wineries. You’ll taste multiple wines, enjoy an included lunch at Frangipani Estate, hear local stories from your guide, and return to selected San Diego hotels without driving.

“Wineries were great and our tour host was wonderful!! A fun way to spend the day but I could have done without the stop in old town Temecula.”

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San Francisco: Guided Coastal Redwoods & Wine Country Tour - Korbel Champagne Cellars: the day’s clearest highlight
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San Francisco: Guided Coastal Redwoods & Wine Country Tour

15.Guided Coastal Redwoods & Wine Country Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 89 reviews · 9 hours · from $143

Leave Fisherman’s Wharf with an English-speaking guide such as Grady, cross the Golden Gate Bridge, tour Korbel Champagne Cellars, taste California wines, and walk among ancient redwoods at Armstrong Reserve. A second stop is usually Russian River Vineyards or Horse and Plow. The day lasts up to nine hours, though return times can vary.

“loved korbel winery and the park. horse and plow was a waste of time. driver drove way too fast coming back. would have loved a stop at Russian road winery since we were early.”

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