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Swap a crowded party bus for a luxury SUV and a knowledgeable local guide on this 4–5 hour Old Mission Peninsula wine tour. Visit 3–4 top wineries, enjoy included wine splashes, and take in sweeping Grand Traverse Bay views.
Swap a crowded party bus for a luxury SUV and a knowledgeable local guide on this 4–5 hour Old Mission Peninsula wine tour. Visit 3–4 top wineries, enjoy included wine splashes, and take in sweeping Grand Traverse Bay views.
You pull up to the east side of Hardy Street Parking Structure in downtown Traverse City and the SUV doors open. The driver—your guide for the afternoon—hands you a chilled water and a map of the Old Mission Peninsula. The road out of town narrows, vineyards begin to slope toward both arms of Grand Traverse Bay, and the air tightens with the scent of crushed fruit and lake breeze.
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Operated by Movie Stars Wine Tours · Traverse City, Michigan
You pull up to the east side of Hardy Street Parking Structure in downtown Traverse City and the SUV doors open. The driver—your guide for the afternoon—hands you a chilled water and a map of the Old Mission Peninsula. The road out of town narrows, vineyards begin to slope toward both arms of Grand Traverse Bay, and the air tightens with the scent of crushed fruit and lake breeze.
Old Mission Peninsula slices the bay into East and West arms; its soils and slopes are the product of Pleistocene glaciers and centuries of lake-driven microclimates that favor Riesling, Pinot and cold-hardy varietals. Local wineries on your route—Hawthorne, Chateau Chantal, Brys Estates, Bonobo and others—mix modern tasting rooms with farmstead hospitality; Chateau Chantal’s ice wine even drew national attention for a White House dinner.
This semi-private, 4–5 hour tour travels by luxury Cadillac Escalade or GMC Yukon, visiting three to four stops for splashes of wine (samples included; full tastings, bottles and food are extra). Guides are local wine enthusiasts who will explain grape choices, terroir, and scenic pullouts along Grand Traverse Bay. Expect short walks at tasting rooms, waterfront viewpoints, and time to buy a bottle or join a wine club.
Practical notes: bring a valid ID, hydrate between flights, wear comfortable shoes and a layered jacket for lakeside winds. Don’t plan to drive afterward—use the provided downtown drop-offs. Book ahead for summer weekends and larger groups; groups of six or more often secure a private vehicle. Respect winery rules, tip your guide, and savor the mix of shoreline views and good Michigan wine.
easy.
4–5 hours.
Suitable for most adults who can stand and walk short distances; minimal physical strain.
The tour includes wine samples/splashes; full tastings, bottles, and food purchases are extra and paid directly at each winery.
Standard pickup and drop-off is at the east side of Hardy Street Parking Structure near the State Street entrance in downtown Traverse City; hotel pickups may be available on request.
Yes—standard tours visit 3–4 wineries, but guides can often adapt stops based on availability, weather, and group preference; groups of six or more usually get private vehicles.
Non-drinkers are welcome; samples are small and there are scenic stops. Children can ride but must be supervised; check with the operator about age policies.
Grand Traverse Bay was named by French voyageurs for the long crossing (la grande traverse); modern viniculture on Old Mission Peninsula expanded in the late 20th century as growers exploited glacial soils and lake-moderated climates.
Wineries here often practice sustainable viticulture to protect fragile soils and the bay; guests should pack out waste, avoid trampling vines, and drink responsibly to minimize local impact.
Movie Stars Wine Tours operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
You pull up to the east side of Hardy Street Parking Structure in downtown Traverse City and the SUV doors open. The driver—your guide for the afternoon—hands you a chilled water and a map of the Old Mission Peninsula. The road out of town narrows, vineyards begin to slope toward both arms of Grand Traverse Bay, and the air tightens with the scent of crushed fruit and lake breeze.
You pull up to the east side of Hardy Street Parking Structure in downtown Traverse City and the SUV doors open. The driver—your guide for the afternoon—hands you a chilled water and a map of the Old Mission Peninsula. The road out of town narrows, vineyards begin to slope toward both arms of Grand Traverse Bay, and the air tightens with the scent of crushed fruit and lake breeze.
Old Mission Peninsula slices the bay into East and West arms; its soils and slopes are the product of Pleistocene glaciers and centuries of lake-driven microclimates that favor Riesling, Pinot and cold-hardy varietals. Local wineries on your route—Hawthorne, Chateau Chantal, Brys Estates, Bonobo and others—mix modern tasting rooms with farmstead hospitality; Chateau Chantal’s ice wine even drew national attention for a White House dinner.
This semi-private, 4–5 hour tour travels by luxury Cadillac Escalade or GMC Yukon, visiting three to four stops for splashes of wine (samples included; full tastings, bottles and food are extra). Guides are local wine enthusiasts who will explain grape choices, terroir, and scenic pullouts along Grand Traverse Bay. Expect short walks at tasting rooms, waterfront viewpoints, and time to buy a bottle or join a wine club.
Practical notes: bring a valid ID, hydrate between flights, wear comfortable shoes and a layered jacket for lakeside winds. Don’t plan to drive afterward—use the provided downtown drop-offs. Book ahead for summer weekends and larger groups; groups of six or more often secure a private vehicle. Respect winery rules, tip your guide, and savor the mix of shoreline views and good Michigan wine.