What to do and see in Sonoma, California (CA): The Best Private Tours

April 6, 2022 Janean Rudisill

In Sonoma, you can go wine-tasting… or cheese-tasting… or olive oil-tasting… or just let the chefs of the area’s renowned restaurants put everything together for you. Then burn off some of that good food and wine by hiking or biking through redwood forests.
Restaurants in Sonoma

1. 4-Hour Private Napa Valley Wine Tour from San Francisco, CA

San Francisco, CA, USA Black Cars Transportation
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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Treat yourself to a memorable day trip to California's Napa Valley. Fill your day with wine tasting, food, history, and culture from this famous wine growing region. Travel across scenic Golden Gate Bridge and beautiful Marin County in a luxury SUV for maximum comfort and safety. You can swing by historic Sausalito on the way, if you wish. Tour duration is approximately  4 hours. Door to door service anywhere in San Francisco, 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.     

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

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.

2. 8-Hour Private Sonoma or Napa Wine Tour with Concierge Service

Wine Nation Tours
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Enjoy the Beauty of Napa Valley and Sonoma. Taste Best Wines , the region has to offer. We'll plan the day for you, based on your wine and personal preferences. We'll do our best to accommodate your requests and build most joyful itinerary for your group. - We are unable to list all of the wineries on Viator. We'll discuss your preferences during customization. - If you are unsure of which wineries to visit, there are predetermined lists of our top picks available, and we can accommodate your specific desired wine type. - ALL TRAVELERS MUST CALL SUPPLIER TO BEGIN THE CUSTOMIZATION OF THE TOUR. Usual pick up times available: from Sonoma , Napa as early as 9:30am from San Francisco as early as 8:30 am - Some of the wineries , we frequently visit are in Tour Details, below. However, each group is different and we will make sure your day in Wine Country spent with joy and pleasure.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Bottle of Champagne or Wine with Each Booking., Private transportation, Available predetermined wine tour itineraries , Pre-travel consultation to plan and customize your group's itinerary and tour experience, Free Pick up in South Central Sonoma Only , Napa and Marin County

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuity - Industry Standard 20%, Tastings at Wineries, Additional time past the first 8 hours , San Francisco Pick up and other areas - call for rate

Reviewed By zo_m995

Lonny was excellent! He was able to add some last minute reservations and recommend additional wineries. One of our faves was a place we weren’t planning to visit but he recommended. Friendly, great driver, go with the flow but professional.

3. Private Wine Country Tour Including Professional Photographer

Wine Travel Photography
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5.0 based on 15 reviews

Our passion is creating Wine Country experiences you'll remember for a lifetime! Perfect for those wanting an idyllic Wine Country day...Couples, small groups, clients, newlyweds, and anyone about to ask the Big Question! We offer: - A custom itinerary that reflects your curiosity and tastes. - Private transportation in a luxury SUV. - Accompanied by a Professional Photographer. Local, connected and committed to your enjoyment, we support every aspect of your trip from start to finish. And along the way, our photographer captures those special moments you'll remember for years to come.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Snacks, Professional Photographer, 10 retouched/full resolution photographs are included in the price of the day. , Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities, Tasting fees are not included.

Reviewed By U2535XNpatriciav

I can’t say enough about Dandy. She made choosing wineries to visit easily based on our likes/interests and knew her way around Napa & Sonoma very well. Dandy was our tour guide, listener, photographer and great person to hang out with throughout our tour. Dandy’s dining recommendations for after the tour and places to visit throughout our stay were excellent! She took amazing photos and captured beautiful moments. She’s attentive, creative & professional, I’d book her again in a heart beat!

4. 8-Hour Custom Private Napa and Sonoma Wine Tour

Wine Nation Tours
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5.0 based on 6 reviews

Enjoy the Beauty of Napa Valley and Sonoma. Taste Best Wines , the region has to offer. We'll plan the day for you, based on your wine and personal preferences. We'll do our best to accommodate your requests and build most joyful itinerary for your group. - We are unable to list all of the wineries on Viator. We'll discuss your preferences during customization. - If you are unsure of which wineries to visit, there are predetermined lists of our top picks available, and we can accommodate your specific desired wine type. - Usual pick up times available: from Sonoma , Napa as early as 9:30am from San Francisco as early as 8:30 am - Some of the wineries , we frequently visit are in Tour Details, below. However, each group is different and we will make sure your day in Wine Country spent with joy and pleasure. ALL TRAVELERS MUST CALL SUPPLIER TO BEGIN THE CUSTOMIZATION OF THE TOUR.

Inclusions: Free Pick up in South-Central Sonoma only, Napa and Marin County, Pre-travel consultation to plan and customize your group's itinerary and tour experience, Available predetermined wine tour itineraries , Optional group photograph service on the northern end of the Golden Gate Bridge, Bottle of Champagne or Wine with Each Booking., Bottled water, Private transportation

Exclusions: Additional time past the first 8 hours , San Francisco Pick up and other areas - call for rate, Tastings at Wineries, Gratuity - Industry Standard 20% , Lunch

Reviewed By daniellelS1847KJ

We had such an amazing time on our 8 hour wine tour. Our driver was very knowledgeable of the area and help us set our itinerary ahead of time. We we’re able to visit 5 wineries and was not rushed at all. Couldn’t have asked for a better Concierge service!

5. 4 hr Private Wine Country Tour in Sonoma on an Electric-Trike

414 1st St E, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA Pushpak Motors
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5.0 based on 3 reviews

Tour wine country on an electric trike. They are fun and easy to drive. They don't require a license, registration, or insurance, and they are open-air, so you really experience your surroundings.

Inclusions: Electric Trikes Usage, Certified Guide, Tours can be customized.

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Reviewed By kevinbX4876GP

Lots of fun. Very informative of the area. Beautiful countryside and vineyards. Howard and his daughter were great hosts and guides.

6. Private Napa and Sonoma Wine Tour from San Francisco

Cardinal Transportation by Hansom
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4.7 based on 9 reviews

This wine tour will take you to the best wineries in Sonoma and Napa County. Our years of experience in quality wine touring has allowed us to share the best kept secrets in value for those visiting the wine capital of California. Rest assured that you will experience a premium 8 hour wine tour experience at an incredible value and service for your group. Guests have the option of adding and customizing the list of wineries to visit as well. On this wine tour, you can expect: • Exceptional service from our chauffeurs • Luxury sedan & SUV transport • Inexpensive wine tasting(s) options. • For group sizes larger than 7 persons, please contact supplier for specific details and changes per group size.

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, Inexpensive Wine Tasting Options available, 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, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Lunch, Guide, Gratuities (standard 20% gratuity charged on total gross amount after trip completion), Additional time past the first 8 hours ($60 sedan / $75 SUV per hour), 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.

7. Private Sonoma and Napa Wine Tour from San Francisco

Cardinal Transportation by Hansom
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4.5 based on 110 reviews

This wine tour will take you to the best wineries in Sonoma and Napa County. Our years of experience in quality wine touring has allowed us to share the best kept secrets in value for those visiting the wine capital of California. Rest assured that you will experience a premium 8-hour wine tour experience at an incredible value and service for your group. Guests have the option of adding and customizing the list of wineries to visit as well. - We are unable to list all of the wineries on Viator. We'll discuss your preferences during customization. - On this wine tour, you can expect: • Exceptional service from our chauffeurs • Luxury sedan & SUV transport • Inexpensive wine tasting(s) (Please contact tour provider via email or phone call after booking a reservation to learn more!) • For group sizes larger than 7 persons, please contact supplier for specific details and changes per group size.

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 , Water, Inexpensive Wine Tasting Options available (This list is provided separately ONLY after booking), 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, Up to 5 stops within 8 hours

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

Reviewed By JMB71679

We booked this private tour with Cardinal Transportation via Viator (Trip Advisor). We were told the SUV was sold out but the sedan was still available. Within 15 minutes of paying $399.50 and receiving email confirmation for our pick up at 9 am the next morning, I received a text message from an unknown number stating that they would not be able to service the tour for at least 48 hours. When I informed this person that would not work for us as we were leaving town in 48 hours the reply was "I'll see what I can do." I never heard back from this person again despite several text messages. I tried calling the phone but the voice mailbox was full and could not accept messages. I called the main phone number for Cardinal Transportation and left a message but never received any call back. A simple "Sorry we can't do it" would have been suffice but to not answer when the pick up time for the tour is within 12 hours is completely unacceptable. We (the customers) were stuck in the middle of your miscommunication with the third party booking agent ( Viator). If you could not accommodate us you should have told Viator that the tour was sold out and take it down from the website. Or perhaps a novel idea...answer someone's text message or phone call. This is terrible customer service. Upon reading other reviews about Cardinal Transportation, this seems to be their modus operandi. I would never recommend this company to anyone.

8. Private Sonoma and Napa Wine Tour Including Custom Concierge

Cardinal Transportation by Hansom
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4.3 based on 6 reviews

This wine tour will take you to the best wineries in Sonoma and Napa County. Our years of experience in quality wine touring has allowed us to share the best kept secrets in value for those visiting the wine capital of California. Rest assured that you will experience a premium 8 hour wine tour experience at an incredible value and service for your group. Guests have the option of adding and customizing the list of wineries to visit as well. - We are unable to list all of the wineries on Viator. We'll discuss your preferences during customization. - On this wine tour, you can expect: • Exceptional service from our chauffeurs • Luxury sedan & SUV transport • Inexpensive wine tasting(s) (Please contact tour provider via email or phone call after booking a reservation to learn more!) • For group sizes larger than 7 persons, please contact supplier for specific details and changes per group size.

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

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

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. Private Napa Sonoma Wine Tour & Custom Concierge

Cardinal Transportation by Hansom
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3.7 based on 3 reviews

-This wine tour will take you to the best wineries in Sonoma and Napa County. Our years of experience in quality wine touring has allowed us to share the best kept secrets in value for those visiting the wine capital of California. Rest assured that you will experience a premium 8 hour wine tour experience at an incredible value and service for your group. Guests have the option of adding and customizing the list of wineries to visit as well. - On this wine tour, you can expect: • Exceptional service from our chauffeurs • Luxury sedan & SUV transport • Inexpensive wine tasting(s) (Please contact tour provider via email or phone call after booking a reservation to learn more!) This list is provided separately ONLY after booking. • For group sizes larger than 7 persons, please contact supplier for specific details and changes per group size.

Inclusions: 1 bottle of red or white wine , Up to 5 stops within 8 hours, Pickup and drop-off from hotels/residences within a 15-mile radius of San Francisco, Pre-travel consultation to plan and customize your group's itinerary and tour experience, Available predetermined wine tour itineraries, Optional group photograph service on the northern end of the Golden Gate Bridge, Water, Inexpensive Wine Tasting Options available

Exclusions: Gratuities (standard 20% gratuity charged on total gross amount after trip completion), Lunch, Guide, Airport pickup, Additional time past the first 8 hours ($60 sedan / $75 SUV per hour)

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.

10. 5 hour Napa Valley Wine Tour up to 4 passenger

San Francisco, CA, USA Black Cars Transportation
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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 scenic Golden Gate Bridge and beautiful Marin County in a luxury SUV for maximum comfort and safety. You can swing by historic Sausalito on the way, if you wish. Tour duration is approximately 5 hours. Door to door service anywhere in San Francisco, 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: Inclusions:, Pickup and drop-off anywhere in San Francisco, Transportation by private vehicle and driver for up to 6 passengers, Fuel charge, All taxes and state fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Exclusions, Gratuity (optional), Park entrance fees, Winery fees, Food and beverages, Toll

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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