10 Wine Tours & Tastings in Sausalito That You Shouldn't Miss

February 15, 2022 Concepcion Newsome

Sausalito is just a ferry ride across the bay and offers unique tours, attractions such as “Bay Model” and “Bay Area Discovery Museum,” enchanting boutique shops, art studios and galleries and a wide selection of restaurants, outdoor cafes and bistros, many with stunning views back across the bay to the city.
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1. Custom 3 hour Tour of San Francisco

AntGlobal Tours
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Getting there is half the fun. My Expedition is more like a Gondola. On stage since age 5, I will entertain you with singing, car karaoke, juggling and stories from my weird and fun life where home ran away from me when I was 15 and I joined the Circus. As a Lyft and Uber driver for 3 years I learned where to go in San Francisco. Testimonials: "Honestly the best ride I’ve ever had. The man has the voice of an angel and the personality of Johnny Carson. Could not recommend a better driver. " "Fantastic driver and extremely entertaining!!!!!"

Inclusions: Bottled water, WiFi on board

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2. Wine Country Small-Group Tour from San Francisco with Tastings

1301 Palace Dr, San Francisco, CA 94115, USA Edge of the World Tours
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4.9 based on 358 reviews

Beautiful Sonoma Valley is your destination on this laid-back, fun-filled, all-day tour. You will learn much about the region from your friendly and knowledgeable guide and will have the opportunity to sample many of the delicious wines that have made Northern California a world-renowned wine producing region. You will travel with a small group (limited to 12 people) to three of Sonoma’s finest boutique wineries where you will spend approximately one hour at each winery. This journey also includes a stop in scenic Sausalito, a stop at the Golden Gate Bridge, and a lunch stop in the historic town of Sonoma where you can select from one of the many fantastic restaurants on the square. If you’re feeling adventurous you can even take a walk into the past at Mission San Francisco Solano. Tasting fees at all wineries are included!

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Wine tastings at three wineries, Professional driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Lunch, Sausalito Ferry, Gratuities

Reviewed By Cece S

Mark was an amazing tour guide and the wineries were beautiful. It was worth the money and I would highly recommend this tour to anyone going to California.

3. Small-Group Vintage Wine Country Tour to Sonoma and Napa

Union Square, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA A Taste of SF
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Enjoy an unforgettable day in the heart of California's famous Wine Country. Visit three highly regarded wineries and take a sip during an included wine tasting at all of the 3 wineries. Enjoy the scenic ride from San Francisco across the Golden Gate Bridge and then the idyllic rolling hills of wine country. Learn about each winery and the wine they produce at each stop. 3 tasting fees are included. If time permits, we can do more tastings. Wineries described can be replaced by the decision of the driver and passengers.

Inclusions: All 3 winery tasting fees, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional tour guide, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By RobertW220

Exceeded our expectations, driver very knowledgeable and courteous. Saw so much more of San Francisco than we knew was there. Highly recommend. Thrilled with visit to Twin Peaks .

4. Combo Tour: Small Group Muir Wood, Sausalito and Wine Country Tour

Union Square, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA A Taste of SF
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Discover the magic of world-famous Muir Woods and the exciting wines of Sonoma County during this full-day combo tour from San Francisco. Get out and enjoy the fresh air before sipping on some of the best wines in the world as you sit back and let a knowledgeable guide show you around. Wander around hiking trails, visit two popular wineries and visit local shops on this unforgettable two-in-one Northern California adventure.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, 1 Sonoma Winery tasting fee

Exclusions: Entrance fee to Muir Woods National Park, Gratuities, 2nd additional winery tasting fee, average of $15 per person

Reviewed By RobertW220

Exceeded our expectations, driver very knowledgeable and courteous. Saw so much more of San Francisco than we knew was there. Highly recommend. Thrilled with visit to Twin Peaks .

5. Half Day Wine Country Experience (All tasting fees included)

288 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA Tower Tours - San Francisco Sightseeing Specialist
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Get out of San Francisco and enjoy a half day excursion to Wine Country! This tour is designed for guests who don’t want to dedicate their entire day in Wine Country, or only visiting for a short time. Start your day around noon time as we head North to the Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy the scenic San Francisco skyline in the distance as we travel through Sausalito, the seaside Mediterranean village across the San Francisco Bay and into the world-famous Wine Country. As the vine-covered hillsides come into view, you will visit 2 of our favorite wineries for wine tastings and an exclusive estate tour! Experience the inner workings of the wineries and their family history. as an expert wine host walks you through the fermentation process, barrel aging, bottling, and of course tastings of some award winning varietals! NOTE: All winery locations subject to change without notice; Wine tastings will take place outdoors.

Inclusions: All wine tasting fees included, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch

Reviewed By 912britni

Marco was an awesome tour guide! I love the Madonna Estates Winery. We stopped at a few places. Our group really enjoyed ourselves!

6. 3-1 Muir Woods Visit with Sausalito & Half Day Wine Country (All fees included)

288 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA Tower Tours - San Francisco Sightseeing Specialist
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Take a trip out of San Francisco for the day, & enjoy 2 of our most popular tour excursions in one day! Enjoy a scenic drive over the Golden Gate Bridge to an isolated canyon filled with ancient coastal redwood trees at Muir Woods National Monument! Enjoy solitude and peace, through the cool, moist air, as you stroll through 1000-year-old trees towering 260 feet tall. Next, enjoy a 1-hour lunch break in Sausalito, the seaside village across the Bay famous for its sweeping views, local boutiques and cafes. Don’t forget to snap a few panoramic shots of the picturesque San Francisco skyline. Continuing on, we head North into the vine-covered hillsides of the world-famous Wine Country! During your venture, you will visit 2 of our favorite wineries for wine tastings and an exclusive estate tour! Listen in as an expert wine host walks you through the fermentation process, barrel aging, bottling, and of course tastings of some award winning varietals! **Winery venue subject to change.

Inclusions: Park entrance fee to Muir Woods National Monument ($15.00), 3-5 signature wine blends included at both wineries, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch , Gratuities/Tips (Recommended)

Reviewed By 912britni

Marco was an awesome tour guide! I love the Madonna Estates Winery. We stopped at a few places. Our group really enjoyed ourselves!

7. Customized, Private Sonoma Coast Food Wine Tour Cheese, Honey, Oysters Tasting

Hilton San Francisco Union Square, 333 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA Tourlimo
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Guests will enjoy  agro & viticultural variety of SF Bay. Journey along the Marin Cheese Trail. Visit Marin French Cheese Creamery.  Visit Heidrun Meadery, learn how bees make honey and how champanized mead is made (add $15 per person, closed Tue). Visit Cowgirl Creamery in hay barn (Wed-Sun).  Venture to HW1 & enjoy fresh out of water oysters from famous Marshall Oyster Store, served with clam chowder, smoked salmon, and . It's one of the 30 best seafood restaurants in the country. (add $30 ).  Next stop is Wild Flour Bakery. Breads and pies from wood fired brick oven (Fri-Mon).  Visit Kozlowski Farms. Fruits & berries jams, preserves, sauces, dressings. Then we will visit a few of 600 WINERIES chosen by you or recommended by us.

Inclusions: Cheese tasting.

Exclusions: Additional fee is charged at Heidrun Meadery of $27. Waived with purchase of two bottles of Mead., Lunch at Marshall store will cost you about $30 per person.

Reviewed By samule78

I arranged an airport transport for my Manager with Tourlimo after reading the reviews on TripAdvisor. Kirill was very quick to respond to my email with a quote of costs from San Fran to San Jose. Kirill was great according to my Manager, this was brilliant to hear, as my Manager has had issues with transfers before (no shows etc.) I was relieved to hear that Kirill was there to collect my Manager from the airport, with no issues. I will be booking Kirill again should my manager travel to San Fran, I highly recommend this service.

8. Private Muir Woods, Sausalito, Tiburon and Wine Country Tour from San Francisco

Cardinal Transportation by Hansom

Let Cardinal whisk you away on a private tour experience second to none. Receive VIP treatment and get chauffeured to San Francisco's North Bay historic Muir Woods, Mt. Tamalpais, Point Bonita Lighthouse, Tiburon Island and Sausalito.  Combine this experience with our signature service: Private Wine Touring of Sonoma, Napa and Russian River and it's safe to say there's absolutely no better way to jam-pack your day full of fun with family and friends while visiting the Bay Area.  On this tour, you can expect: Concierge service to help you pick your scenic destinations and wineries Exceptional service from our chauffeurs Luxury sedan & SUV transport Inexpensive to free wine tasting(s) (Please contact tour provider via email or phone call after booking reservation to learn more!) Please note: as of Jan 1, 2019. National Park System administered $40/vehicle charge for Drop off at Muir Wood.(paid separately by guest)

Inclusions: Available predetermined wine tour itineraries, Pre-travel consultation to plan and customize your group's itinerary and tour experience, 1 bottle of red or white wine (2 bottles for SUV reservations), Water, Optional group photograph service on the northern end of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pickup and drop-off from hotels/residences within a 15-mile radius of San Francisco, Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Lunch, Guide, Gratuities (standard 20% gratuity charged on total gross amount after trip completion), Additional time past the first 8hrs, Airport pickup

Reviewed By BosDVII

Dean was an exceptional guide and facilitator of tastings. He was also a wealth of knowledge regarding the history of the area, as well as current events. His recommendations for food were sublime.

9. Panoramic Bay Cruise Sail with Half Day Wine Country Experience

288 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA Tower Tours - San Francisco Sightseeing Specialist

Highlights: - Get out of San Francisco and enjoy a half day excursion to Wine Country! - Enjoy tastings at 2 wineries (All wine tastings fees included). - Exclusive winery tour included! - Panoramic view of the San Francisco skyline, sail around Alcatraz Island and underneath the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco Bay Bridge on this 1.5 hour bay cruise sail at sunset.

Inclusions: All wine tasting fees included, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, 1.5 hour Bridge 2 Bridge cruise

Exclusions: Lunch, Hotel pick up, Gratuities (Recommended)

Reviewed By 912britni

Marco was an awesome tour guide! I love the Madonna Estates Winery. We stopped at a few places. Our group really enjoyed ourselves!

10. Half-Day Private Napa Valley Wine Tour from Sausalito

Sausalito, CA 94965, USA Black Cars Transportation

Treat yourself to a memorable day trip to California's Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Fill your day with wine tasting, food, history, and culture from this famous wine growing region. Travel across beautiful Marin County in a luxury SUV for maximum comfort and safety. Door to door service anywhere in Sausalito, your choice of pickup/drop off location and tour time. Please note: wine tasting fees are not included. Most wineries require advanced reservations, please make sure to book ahead. We only provide transportation service to the wineries of your choice. Minimum drinking age is 21 years of age, wineries will require ID. Credit card is required for security reasons. Price does not include 20% driver gratuity.  

Inclusions: All taxes and state fees, Fuel charge, Private Napa Valley Wine Tour , Transportation by private vehicle and driver for up to 6 passengers, Inclusions:

Exclusions: Toll, Gratuity 20%, Food and beverages, Park entrance fees, Exclusions, Winery fees

Reviewed By Cara M

We had a great experience with Black Cars. Gene was right on time to pick us up in Cotati for our flight out of SFO. We were there in record time. He was friendly and professional and nice to our kids. Gene also picked us up at the airport when we came home and all went very smoothly with good communication. We would definitely recommend this company and we will be using them again in the future. Thank you for making the beginning and end of our adventure easy and stress free.

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