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VW wine country
Great tour. Love the VW van. Our guide Caio was excellent. I highly recommend the tour.
Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 7–8 hours
- Price from
- $129 / person
- Location
- San Francisco, United States
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 · 380 reviews
- Languages
- ZH-TW, EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 14
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Painted Ladies Tour Company
- Meeting point
- 1300 Columbus Ave, directly in front of Hotel Caza on the sidewalk in the white loading zone. Please arrive 10 min early. If not on time, you will be requested to meet at our first point of interest. Please leave an accurate cell phone. Digital waiver link will be sent via text and/or email.
Description
This tour is really unique that you get to hear some of the amazing, historical and groovy stories about San Francisco before spending your day tasting some delicious wines as we make our way through the beautiful Sonoma Valley in one of our Vintage VW buses! We will visit 3 award winning wineries. Each winery has been carefully selected for its unique character, knowledgeable and friendly staff, lovely ambiance and off course their delicious wines.You will also have the unique experience of touring a wine cave at one of the most scenic wineries in all of Sonoma/Napa. We will then make a stop at an Italian winery to enjoy lunch and have our second wine tasting. You will have the chance to taste artisan cheeses, Salami, fresh deli and green salads, pizza, including vegetarian and gluten free options, as well as wine by the glass! Our final winery, you get to explore the vineyards for some lovely pictures and good vibes!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:45 AM, 9:00 AM, and 9:15 AM
- Adult (ages 21–64)
- $129
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
In demand: 90 of the next 90 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Westin St. Francis (hotel)
One of our 2 pickup locations. The pickup for the Union Square area is at 427 Post St. This is just outside the side entrance of the Westin St Francis Hotel and across the street from Morton's Steak House. The tour typically departs here at 9a.m. although you need to be there 10 minutes early as not to miss the bus.
Our Fisherman's Wharf pickup is at the street in front of the Hotel Caza located at 1300 Columbus Ave. Typically the tour departs here at 9:15a.m. although you need to be there 10 minutes early as not to miss the bus.
Golden Gate Bridge
Enjoy a complimentary mimosa at this iconic photo op before continuing on to wine country.
Roche Winery
Seated tasting overlooking the beautiful vineyards and scenery in the Carneros region. Estate grown Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
VJB Cellars
Seated tasting and lunch of your choosing at this charming Italian winery. Sample Italian wine varietals in their villa style property
Deerfield Ranch Winery
Seated wine tasting at this certified organic winery. The wine tastings are typical conducted inside their 23,000 sq ft wine cave.
What's included
Included
Visit 3 award winning wineries plus wine CAVE
Golden Gate Bridge Photo op
Ride along our Famous Painted Ladies City tour
Complimentary mimosas
Bottled water and light snack
Professional Tour Guide
Not included
Cost of lunch- Usually averages between $10-20
Gratuities
All the Tasting fees -we do have preferred partnership some can be waived with bottle purchasing-
Pickup Locations & Times
Hotel pickups around Union Square are between 8:45-9a.m. and pickups in the Fishermans Wharf area are between 9:00-9:15a.m.. Please provide the number you can be reached at so that our guides can call you and give you an exact ETA. If your hotel is not listed, please meet us at 427 Post St. (Union Square pickup) or 1300 Columbus Ave (Fishermans Wharf pickup)
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
380 reviews
How it compares in San Francisco
- Rated higher than 76% of 324 reviewed tours in San Francisco
- Starting price $129 is 55% below the typical $289 for tours of similar length in San Francisco
Excurgo comparison of 961 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For the shared tour option, a minimum number of 4 people applies. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund
- Recommended tip amount : tips make up a large chunk of our tour guide income in the US) Thank you for being considerate as we would like to give you a Professional tour guide.
- If you prefer to eat lunch at the Sonoma Plaza- please let us know. We might be able to make that happen. Depending on the group consensus.
- Note that each vehicle seats up to 7 people total. We can still accommodate larger groups seated in separate vehicles.
- Everyone in your group needs to complete our digital waiver.
- COVID-19: A plexiglass partition has been installed between the driver and passengers. The touch points on our buses will be fully disinfected between and during tours.
- Anyone showing symptoms of COVID 19, including fever, cough or shortness of breath won’t be able to participate.
- Everyone will be required to wear a mask while inside the bus. We will have extra masks for purchase in case you have forgotten yours. Hand sanitizer will be provided.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour take?
Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour lasts about 7–8 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.
How much does Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour cost?
Prices start at $129 per person for this San Francisco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:45 AM, 9:00 AM, and 9:15 AM.
Does Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour sell out?
It can: 90 of the next 90 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Hotel pickups around Union Square are between 8:45-9a.m. and pickups in the Fishermans Wharf area are between 9:00-9:15a.m.. Please provide the number you can be reached at so that our guides can call you and give you an exact ETA. If your hotel is not listed, please meet us at 427 Post St. (Union Square pickup) or 1300 Columbus Ave (Fishermans Wharf pickup) Pickup points include Biltmore Hotel.
What languages is Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour offered in?
The experience is available in ZH-TW, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 14 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is Painted Ladies Wine Country Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 380 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Painted Ladies Tour Company.
Reviews(380)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
T
Great trip worth the time & $
Do it! This tour from SF to Sonoma was worth the time and the money. The wineries were great, our guide, Caio, was friendly, fun and knowledgeable, and the day was an overall great experience!!
9
Worth it!
Wonderful trip to 3 wineries in Sonoma! Caio was a great guide and the bus was a wonderful throwback vehicle. Highly recommend
L
Great day out
We had a great day out. Jim was an excellent guide, lots of local history and information on the drive out to the wineries
E
Great tour with a great guide
Caio was an incredible guide from the moment he picked us up! He was welcoming, full of fun facts, and made us feel right at home in San Francisco. We stopped at the Golden Gate Bridge and then went to three wineries, each with their own unique selection and vibe. The hosts at the winery were all great as well and we could tell that Caio made a great impression on them as well. We would certainly do this tour again and loved our day in Poppy the VW Bus!
L
Great wine, stunning locations and a fantastic tour guide
Fantastic tour of the sonoma valley with Caio. Caio was an excellent driver and kept us well informed as we went along the tour. All 3 wineries provided a great experience with plenty of wine for the tasting sessions. Each tasting session ranged from $20-$30 with discounts available when purchasing wine. Stunning locations, great company and a professional tour guide. Top marks to Caio and the team.
K
Caio went above and beyond!
Amazing tour! Caio went above & beyond finding a wine cave when ours was closed. Ann & Diane made it unforgettable. 10/10!
A
Seeing Sonoma County for the first time
Went on the Sonoma County wine tour with Jim and it was excellent — had a blast! Good music, great information shared, good vineyards selected.
M
Great day trip!
We had a great time! Caio was a great guide and we really enjoyed all the different wineries. It was a well rounded variety. Would definitely recomend and would go again.
L
Day trip wine tour
Amazing day trip with Caio from Painted Ladies tour group visiting the wine region. Travelling in an old camper van with 70s vibe painted within and music played.. Rugged up and ready to roam.. First stop was mimosa at the Golden Gate Bridge.. Then on to three beautiful wineries.. Caio had fantastic knowledge of the area and wine. His relationship with each of the wineries was warm and welcoming - @caio thank you for a memorable trip 🌟🍾
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