Sonoma County Join-In Group Wine Tasting Tours
Description
Sonoma Wine Rides: The "No-Rush" Group Tasting Experience Savor the best of Sonoma County with an intimate group (max 12). We bypass the "splash-and-dash" for seated (sometimes standing), 75-90-minute traditional flights at three premier small-production wineries. Enjoy a communal atmosphere where your local guide shares insider knowledge over a custom artisan charcuterie box. The Vibe: Relaxed, educational, and social. We often sit with you to answer all your wine-country questions! The Gourmet Touch: Individual charcuterie boxes included (customized to your dietary needs). The Route: 5–7 hour journey with convenient pickups in Santa Rosa, Sonoma, Healdsburg, and beyond. The Perks: Plentiful water provided. Many wineries waive tasting fees with a bottle purchase or club signup. Note: Winery tasting fees are not included in the tour price.
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Itinerary
We will visit three Sonoma County wineries. We will spend 60-90 minutes at each winery. You will experience the beauty of Sonoma County as we travel to taste some of the best wine Sonoma County has to offer. You will be experiencing a traditional tasting flight at each winery (Not just a splash and dash). The traditional flight will consist of a curated flight determined by each winery and there will be 4-6 wines sampled. At the second stop we will enjoy an individual charcuterie box that we create for you. Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions and we will do our best to create a personal charcuterie to your taste. We will have plenty of water to keep you hydrated. After the third and final winery we will return you back to your pick up location. Tasting Fees charged by the wineries are not included in the cost of this tour. Each winery will have the option to waive fees with minimum purchases or by joining their wine club.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Pickup Information We provide convenient pickups at hotels and rentals throughout Sonoma County (Santa Rosa, Healdsburg, Sonoma, Windsor, and more). Final Confirmation: You will receive your exact pickup time via text/email the day before your tour. Early Starts: Pickups begin as early as 9:45 AM. Out-of-Area Guests: Staying outside our zone? We’ll arrange a central meeting point in Santa Rosa or a nearby town. Flexible Duration: Tours typically run 5–7 hours, concluding after your third winery experience.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(157)
Jason was excellent..funny knowledgeable and warm..would use him every time we are back here in sonoma
Thomas, thank you so much for the kind words — that really means a lot! I had a great time with the group that day, and I'm glad the energy and the wineries all clicked for you. Sonoma always has something new to discover, so whenever you're back in town, we'd love to take you out again. Cheers!
Wonderful day trip! Visited 3 places, all great, driver was knowledgeable, friendly, amd entertaining! Could not have asked for a better day!
Wow, thank you so much — "Awesome" and "could not have asked for a better day" are exactly the kind of words that keep me loving what I do! 🙌 I'm so glad the three stops delivered — Sonoma County has such an incredible range of wineries, and it's always a great day when every single one lands well with the group. Thank you for choosing Sonoma Wine Rides, and I hope we get to pour you another great day in Wine Country soon! Cheers! 🍷
The tour was wonderful and we enjoyed going to 3 smaller wineries which were each charming in different ways. I also love organization and I like that the tour guide sent an initial text with all the information and schedule for the day. But in addition to being well planned, I liked that when we found out our hotel offered free tastings at a few vineyards, the guide was flexible and shifted our end drop off point after our 3 stops with them to one of those vineyards for us to continue the fun day.
Thank you so much for this wonderful review — it really made me smile! I'm thrilled you enjoyed the three wineries we visited. Sonoma County's smaller, boutique wineries each have such a unique personality, and it's always fun watching guests discover their favorites along the way. I'm also glad the upfront text with the day's schedule was helpful — I always want everyone to feel informed and relaxed before we even pull out of the driveway! As for the flexibility at the end of your tour, I'm so happy it worked out that day! I always do my best to accommodate requests like that when the timing and logistics allow — it's your Wine Country experience, and I want it to be as special as possible. I do want to be upfront with future guests that while we love making those kinds of moments happen, it isn't always possible depending on the group size, schedule, and other guests on the tour. But we'll always try our best! Thank you again for choosing Sonoma Wine Rides, and I hope we get to show you even more of this beautiful county next time you visit! 🍷
Jason was very friendly, knowledgeable about the area and punctual. He made great tour recommendations for us. We enjoyed our tour!
Thank you so much for the kind words — it truly made my day to read this! It was such a pleasure having you along on the tour, and I'm so glad the winery recommendations hit the mark for you. That's always my goal — to match each group with the spots that fit them best, not just the usual stops. Sonoma County has so many incredible hidden gems, and getting to share them with guests like you is honestly the best part of this job. I hope the wines you discovered made it home with you, and I'd love to welcome you back next time you're in Wine Country!
Jason was a great guide and took care of everybody. We had a large group, but he was still very attentive to everybody. Would recommend.
Peter, thank you so much for joining our join‑in group tour and for the kind review. I’m really glad to hear you felt well taken care of and that the day worked smoothly even with a larger group. I truly appreciate your recommendation and hope we’ll have the chance to share more Sonoma wine country adventures with you in the future.
Pack some snacks because you do not want to miss any of the wonderful wines! Great guide and transportation was very comfortable.
Al, thank you so much for joining a Sonoma Wine Rides group tour and for the kind words about the wines, guiding, and comfortable ride. Your snack tip is a good one, and we also include a charcuterie lunch for each guest to help keep everyone fueled through the day. We do need to be mindful of our winery partners, though, as most don’t allow outside food so they can keep the focus on their wine experience.
Jason was a very personable host and good driver. We stopped at Ty Caton, where all the wine was delicious and Paul was a great storyteller. St. Anne’s had a nice charcuterie lunch and especially good Chardonnay. Last was Loxton Cellars, where the tasting was hosted by charming owner, Chris Loxton. Delicious Port.
I’m really grateful you chose to spend the day exploring wine country with Sonoma Wine Rides. Hearing that you felt well taken care of on the road and at each stop is exactly what I hope for on every group tour. Ty Caton’s wines, St. Anne’s Chardonnay with the charcuterie, and Chris’s Port at Loxton make for a fun progression, and I’m happy the day came together so nicely for you. Thanks again for sharing your experience and for highlighting the people at each winery—those relationships are a big part of what makes these tours special.
A fun way to explore Sonoma county and several of its wineries in a small group setting. Jason was an excellent and accommodating guide and we'd recommend this tour to anyone looking for a relaxing and enjoyable experience.
Thank you so much for the kind words — I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. I’m glad you enjoyed exploring Sonoma County with us and that the small-group vibe made for a relaxing, fun day. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I hope to welcome you back on another Sonoma Wine Rides adventure soon. Cheers! 🍷
Great experience. Tour guide was excellent and knowledgeable. Wineries chosen were delightful. A very good time.
Ben, Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear you had such a great time on our Join-In tour. Our mission is to make Sonoma wine country feel accessible and fun, so it’s wonderful to know you enjoyed the wineries we selected. I’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to your guide—they take a lot of pride in sharing the history and 'hidden gems' of our local valleys with our guests. We hope to welcome you back to the Russian River, Sonoma Valley or Dry Creek Valley again soon! Cheers, Jason & The Sonoma Wine Rides Team
We had a great time with Jason and the wineries were fantastic. This was our first visit to Sonoma and really appreciated the insider knowledge Jason provided. Would definitely do it again.
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! It was truly my pleasure hosting you on the join-in group tour. I absolutely love sharing the beauty and unique stories of Sonoma, and I'm thrilled to hear that my "insider knowledge" helped make your first visit here special. I'm also glad you enjoyed the wineries—we definitely aim for the very best selections! Hearing that you had a great time and would do it again means the world to me. I hope to see you back in Sonoma for another ride soon!
