Private Wine Tour of Napa and Sonoma from San Francisco

Taste through Sonoma's award-winning wineries without planning the route or the stops

A private wine tour from San Francisco for up to eight people, with a chauffeur-guide driving you through Sonoma and Napa Valley for five hours of tastings at wineries you select or the guide recommends. Door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your San Francisco hotel or residence is included; the itinerary is fully customizable, and the guide speaks English and Spanish. Tasting fees and lunch are at your own expense; call upon booking to arrange your winery preferences.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private wine tour in Napa and Sonoma

• Meet chauffeur-guide at accommodation
• Drive through scenic vineyard roads
• Visit wineries in Sonoma Square
• Explore boutique family-owned wineries

The Experience

A chauffeur-guide picks you up from your San Francisco hotel, Airbnb or residence and drives your group of up to eight through the scenic vineyard roads to your chosen wineries. The five-hour tour is built around what you want to taste — whether that's Pinot Noir and Italian wines from small family-owned producers in Sonoma Valley North, or the award-winning Cabernet blends and sparkling wines from larger estates like Buena Vista or Sebastiani near Sonoma Square. You sit back while someone else handles the driving, and the guide can suggest wineries or answer questions about the region as you go.

At each winery, you walk the vineyards, visit wine caves, and taste a flight of wines matched to your palate. Many stops include complimentary charcuterie boards. Sonoma Valley itself is more relaxed than some wine country — rolling hills, charming older wineries, and an old-world feel — so the pace of the day stays unhurried. The guide is knowledgeable and personable, and complimentary bottled water is provided in the vehicle.

Call directly upon booking to discuss which wineries suit your group's tastes and experience level. The itinerary is fully flexible, so you can focus on one region or split time between Sonoma and Napa City. Drop-off happens at your San Francisco location at the end of the five hours.

What’s included

• Door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your San Francisco hotel, Airbnb or residence.
• a chauffeur-guide in English or Spanish.
• complimentary bottled water in the vehicle.
• fully customizable winery itinerary arranged by you or suggested by the guide.

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Napa Sonoma Wine Tours

Is this one for you?Book this tour for a free afternoon or a day early in your trip when you want to taste without driving or planning stops — the guide handles the route and the timing, so your group can focus on the wines and the conversation.

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Top questions

Can I choose which wineries we visit, or does the tour have a set route?

The itinerary is fully customizable. You can make reservations at your favorite wineries before the tour, or call the operator upon booking to discuss options and let the chauffeur-guide suggest stops based on what your group wants to taste.

What's included in the five-hour tour price?

Door-to-door pickup and drop-off from your San Francisco location, the chauffeur-guide service, complimentary bottled water in the vehicle, and access to the wineries you choose are included. Tasting fees at each winery and lunch are at your own expense.

Is this tour private, or will we be sharing the van with other groups?

This is a private tour for your group only, up to eight people. You have the vehicle and the guide to yourselves for the full five hours.

What's the difference between visiting Sonoma and Napa on this tour?

Sonoma Valley, especially the area north of the town square, tends toward smaller family-owned wineries producing Pinot Noir and Italian wines in a more relaxed setting with rolling hills. Napa City and the surrounding region feature larger, award-winning estates known for Cabernet blends and sparkling wines. You can focus on one or split your time between both.

Do I need to be a wine expert to enjoy this tour?

No. The chauffeur-guide is knowledgeable and can tailor the experience to your group's experience level. You must be at least 21 years old to taste wine, and the tour is suitable for all fitness levels.

Can we extend the tour beyond five hours if we're having a great time?

Yes. Extra time past the five-hour tour is available to purchase by the hour; discuss this option when you call to book your winery preferences.