Naramata Wine Tour from Kelowna: 4 Wineries & Picnic Lunch

Summary

Kelowna to Naramata for slow sips, vineyard laughs, and valley air

You’ll taste Naramata wines where they’re grown, share an easygoing charcuterie picnic with your group, and hear stories from locals who actually live this life. With pickup in Kelowna and all tastings included, you can relax into the valley’s slower pace — and maybe find yourself pausing longer than you expected.

What’s the experience like?

“You’ll want to slow down here,” our guide said as we rolled out of Kelowna, and honestly, I got it right away. The road toward Naramata just has this hush — even with our group chatting about which winery might have the best pinot. I kept catching glimpses of the lake between rows of vines, sunlight flickering off the water like someone shaking out a silver tablecloth. At our first stop, the winemaker handed me a glass and grinned when I hesitated over how to swirl it (I’m still not sure if I did it right). The air smelled faintly of sagebrush and something sweet I couldn’t name.

I liked that nobody rushed us. We’d wander outside after tastings, shoes crunching on gravel, just standing there while a breeze carried over from Okanagan Lake. Lunch was this charcuterie picnic — nothing fancy but so good: salty cheese, bread that actually tasted like bread, and fruit that must’ve come straight off someone’s backyard tree. Our guide pointed out which wineries were family-run and told stories about old harvests; you could tell she actually knew the people behind the bottles. At one spot, a local poured me something floral and said it was their “summer in a glass.” He wasn’t wrong.

The whole day felt easy — maybe because everything was included (pickup at my hotel in Kelowna was such a relief), or maybe just because of the valley itself. We only made four stops but never felt shortchanged; honestly, by the last tasting I was happy to just sit quietly under some trees with my glass. There’s this memory I keep replaying: late afternoon sun turning the hills gold while everyone went quiet for a second — not awkward, just… full.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Guided Naramata Wine Tour

• Pick up from accommodations
• Drive scenic local wine route
• Visit up to 4 wineries
• Enjoy wine tastings at each stop
• Have Charcuterie picnic lunch
• Return to accommodations

Top questions

How many wineries are visited on this Naramata wine tour?

The tour includes up to 4 winery stops depending on availability and timing.

Is lunch provided during the wine tour?

Yes, a charcuterie picnic lunch is included with vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and lactose-free options available if requested at booking.

Does this Naramata wine tour include hotel pickup in Kelowna?

Yes, pickup and drop-off at your accommodations in Kelowna are included.

Are tasting fees included in the price?

All wine tasting fees are included in the tour price.

Can dietary requirements be accommodated for lunch?

Yes, please advise any specific dietary requirements when booking so they can be accommodated.

Is this wine tour suitable for children?

Children can join if accompanied by an adult but must be at least 19 years old to participate in tastings.

Is the Naramata wine tour wheelchair accessible?

The tour is wheelchair accessible according to operator information.

What should I wear for this wine tour?

The tour operates in all weather conditions so dress appropriately for comfort outdoors.

What’s included

Your day includes hotel pickup and drop-off from Kelowna accommodations, all tasting fees at four Naramata wineries (subject to availability), bottled water throughout the day, stories from your local guide, plus a relaxed charcuterie picnic lunch with options for most dietary needs before heading back in the afternoon.