easy
2–4 hours
Low physical demand; suitable for most fitness levels
We Drive offers unique guided driving experiences that showcase Napa’s natural landscapes and hidden stories. Discover new ways to connect with this famed region beyond wineries.
Napa, California, is known worldwide for its rolling vineyards and refined wine culture, but among these iconic landscapes, We Drive offers a distinctive twist on outdoor adventure. Founded by a diverse team including Linda Kittelson, Tony Nguyen, and Mark Cooke, among others, We Drive provides guided driving experiences that immerse visitors in the region’s lesser-known natural and cultural corners. The business stands apart by combining scenic routes with opportunities to connect with Napa’s geography beyond the tasting rooms and manicured vineyards.
Rather than the usual bike or hiking expeditions, We Drive specializes in curated trips that highlight Napa’s dynamic ecology, unique rock formations, and the peaceful rural roads that wind through it. These tours navigate past remarkable geological features such as volcanic outcrops and river valleys that shape the valley’s fertile soils. Through these routes, participants encounter oak woodlands, chaparral, and seasonal wildflower blooms that burst into color in spring.
What makes We Drive truly special is its team’s commitment to local knowledge and personalized experiences. Guides like Miguel Ortega and Shayne Shelton bring insight into Napa’s history—from the Native American Pomo and Wappo tribes who first called this land home to modern stories of agricultural development. This creates a layered trip that’s part natural history, part cultural immersion.
For travelers eager to experience Napa’s backroads with fresh eyes, We Drive offers a distinctive, hands-on way to understand this region’s outdoor environment. Whether you want to quietly pass through groves of madrone trees or pause where wildlife such as deer or hawks are often spotted, their trips provide unmatched access and perspective. Napa’s famed outdoor scene gets a fresh dimension behind the wheel with We Drive.
Trips can fill up quickly, especially during peak seasons, so booking in advance ensures availability.
The scenic rural routes and native flora offer plenty of photographic opportunities, so have your camera ready.
Napa’s valley and hillside temperatures can vary widely; layering helps adjust to cooler mornings and warmer afternoons.
Even on driving tours, bring water to stay hydrated and comfortable throughout your outing.
This area of Napa Valley is historically significant for the Wappo tribe, whose descendants continue cultural traditions.
We Drive emphasizes low-impact travel by using existing roads and educating guests on preserving the surrounding ecosystems.
Sunglasses and sunscreen protect against strong Napa sun on open roads.
summer specific
Capture the diverse landscapes and intricate natural details encountered on the route.
Stay refreshed during stops or if venturing out for short walks.
Adjust to temperature swings from cool mornings to warmer afternoons effortlessly.