Spend a full day exploring the Naramata Bench’s vineyards on a private tour from Vernon. Visit up to four wineries, learn wine basics, enjoy an artisanal picnic, and absorb sweeping Okanagan Lake views.
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You pull away from Vernon with the lake on your right and a ribbon of country road ahead—the vineyard rows lean into the sun like sails, the Bench itself rising above the water to offer uninterrupted views of Okanagan Lake. The day moves at tasting pace: short drives, longer conversations with winemakers, and time to stand in a tasting room while the valley’s dry heat and cool evening breezes argue over your jacket.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Light: minimal walking between tasting rooms and short standing periods; able to climb a few cellar steps.
Wildlife
History
The Bench’s soils are a result of glacial lake deposits and terraces formed during Pleistocene ice retreat; European-style vineyards took hold here in the late 19th and 20th centuries.
Conservation
Many wineries on the Bench practice sustainable viticulture and water-wise irrigation; visitors are encouraged to pack out waste and support producers using low-impact farming.
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Hydrate between tastings
Carry a refillable water bottle and drink water between samples to stay sharp and enjoy more of the day.
Sun protection matters
Bring sunscreen, a hat, and sunglasses—the Bench gets strong afternoon sun and limited shade in many vineyard rows.
Pace your palate
Taste deliberately—ask for smaller pours if needed and don’t feel obliged to finish every sample to avoid fatigue.
Bring ID and payment
Carry government ID for tastings and a credit card for bottle purchases; many small wineries are cashless or have limited card machines.
Comfortable walking shoes
Stable footwear for gravel lanes, tasting-room thresholds, and gentle vineyard slopes.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated helps you taste better and handle the Okanagan sun.
summer
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects against strong midday sun across exposed vineyard sites.
summer
Light layer or windbreaker
Evenings and mornings can be cool—bring a layer for comfort between stops.
spring