Spend a day discovering Sonoma’s undiscovered wineries with Sonoma Wine Rides. This small group tour includes three exceptional tastings, a curated charcuterie lunch, and hotel pickup in Santa Rosa.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
5–6 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion required; suitable for most fitness levels able to handle light walking.
Wildlife
History
Sonoma County’s wine industry dates back to the mid-19th century, flourishing due to its ideal climate and early European settlers.
Conservation
Many Sonoma wineries prioritize sustainable viticulture practices, including organic farming, water conservation, and habitat restoration.
Sonoma Wine Rides
Spend a day discovering Sonoma’s undiscovered wineries with Sonoma Wine Rides. This small group tour includes three exceptional tastings, a curated charcuterie lunch, and hotel pickup in Santa Rosa.
Sonoma Wine Rides is a Santa Rosa-based transportation and tour company specializing in curated wine country experiences throughout Sonoma Wine Country. The company arranges private and small-group wine tasting tours, full-day and half-day join-in tours, and customizable outings for both small and large groups. Each experience focuses on safe, comfortable transportation to multiple tasting rooms and wineries, with options that include curated food-and-wine pairings, charcuterie, and curated visits to well-known estates and boutique wineries.
Private offerings include a Kendall-Jackson Food and Wine Pairing Experience — a five-hour private tour featuring a five-course pairing at Kendall-Jackson Estate and an intimate tasting at La Crema Winery with vineyard views. Small group private tours and large group customizable tours provide flexible itineraries that can include wine tasting, brewery visits, or special events, with capacity for up to eight or fourteen guests respectively. Half-day and full-day join-in group wine tasting tours take guests to three wineries, include a charcuterie lunch, and provide round-trip pick-up and drop-off.
The operator emphasizes reservation management, on-time pickups, and handling logistics so guests can relax and enjoy tastings without worrying about driving. Sonoma Wine Rides serves visitors staying in and around Santa Rosa and the greater Sonoma Valley, offering regional knowledge and locally focused experiences. All descriptions above reflect the company’s current public offerings, trip formats, and on-tour inclusions as provided in the listed itineraries. Pickup and drop-off locations vary by tour and are coordinated at booking to match guest lodging and convenience within the Santa Rosa service area.
Location
Santa Rosa, CA
Central to Sonoma Wine Country
Tours Offered
5 Experiences
Private and group formats available
Max Capacity
14 passengers
Large group transportation available
Private Option
5-hour private tour
Custom itineraries and tastings
Book private, small-group, or large-group transportation and tasting experiences with flexible itineraries, optional charcuterie, and coordinated pickups.
Book Pickup in Advance
Confirm your pickup time and location the day before the tour to ensure a smooth start.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
While the tour involves mostly seated tastings, expect some walking on uneven vineyard grounds.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water or take advantage of complimentary water during the tour to balance wine tasting.
Tasting Fees Not Included
Prepare to pay separate tasting fees at each winery, typically $20-$35 per person.
Comfortable Walking Shoes
Ensure grip and comfort while walking short distances between tasting areas.
Sunglasses
Protect your eyes from bright sun during outdoor winery visits.
summer
Light Jacket
Layer up for cooler mornings and breezy afternoons in springtime Sonoma.
spring
Water Bottle
Stay hydrated between wine tastings, especially on warm days.