Just north of the Golden Gate Bridge lies Sonoma Valley, one of California’s most celebrated wine country regions — rolling vineyards, historic town squares, and some of the best small-production wineries in the state. The Great Wine Tour takes you there for a full day of tasting, without the hassle of driving or designating a sober driver.

Your day begins with an easy hotel pickup in San Francisco, followed by a scenic stop at the Golden Gate Bridge for photos before the drive north into wine country. Once in Sonoma Valley, you’ll visit three distinct wineries, each offering a guided tasting of five to six wines, from crisp whites to bold reds, so you can experience the range of what the region produces.

Midday, the group breaks for lunch in historic Sonoma Square, a charming plaza lined with tasting rooms, galleries, and local restaurants. After a final winery stop in the afternoon, you’ll wind down with a stop in Sausalito’s waterfront district before returning to San Francisco by early evening.

This tour is run in partnership with Edge of the World Tours, a dedicated Sonoma wine touring operator, so you get specialized local knowledge of the region’s wineries.

• Wine enthusiasts and curious first-timers alike
• Couples, birthdays, and small celebrations
• Groups who want Sonoma Valley without renting a car or hiring a driver
• Visitors who want a full day out of the city with lunch and scenery built in