Get to know Sonoma County's abundant bounty on a guided bike tour through wine country. This bucolic landscape deserves the relaxed pace—and unique perspective—of a bike ride. While pedaling alongside a local guide, you'll learn about the process of winemaking and the local lore of the vineyards. Together with a small group, you'll stop at two wineries and enjoy a picnic lunch and behind-the-scenes tour and tasting at Vella Cheese Company (Sundays excluded).
- Pedal through the beauty of wine country at a leisurely pace
- Make two stops at local wineries for tastings and relaxing
- Learn about the winemaking process and regional specialties as told from an insider’s perspective
- Try cheese made at the historic Vella Cheese Company and get a sneak peek at the process of cheesemaking
What To Expect
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Vella Cheese Company
Great tasting and Exclusive Behind the Scenes Tour of the Factory. Tasting Free – Option to buy this Amazing Cheese.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Buena Vista Winery
This location is one of the potential stops we make on our tours. Each tour is created differently based upon what is determined to be the best experience for the group. If this is a desired location, please reach out in advance and we will do our best to add it to your itinerary.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Gundlach Bundschu Winery
This location is one of the potential stops we make on our tours. Each tour is created differently based upon what is determined to be the best experience for the group. If this is a desired location, please reach out in advance and we will do our best to add it to your itinerary.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Patz & Hall
This location is one of the potential stops we make on our tours. Each tour is created differently based upon what is determined to be the best experience for the group. If this is a desired location, please reach out in advance and we will do our best to add it to your itinerary.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Passaggio Wines
This location is one of the potential stops we make on our tours. Each tour is created differently based upon what is determined to be the best experience for the group. If this is a desired location, please reach out in advance and we will do our best to add it to your itinerary.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Bartholomew Estate Vineyards and Winery
This location is one of the potential stops we make on our tours. Each tour is created differently based upon what is determined to be the best experience for the group. If this is a desired location, please reach out in advance and we will do our best to add it to your itinerary.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Canihan Wines
This location is one of the potential stops we make on our tours. Each tour is created differently based upon what is determined to be the best experience for the group. If this is a desired location, please reach out in advance and we will do our best to add it to your itinerary.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Sebastiani Vineyards and Winery
This location is one of the potential stops we make on our tours. Each tour is created differently based upon what is determined to be the best experience for the group. If this is a desired location, please reach out in advance and we will do our best to add it to your itinerary.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Figone Olive Oil Company
This location is one of the potential stops we make on our tours. Each tour is created differently based upon what is determined to be the best experience for the group. If this is a desired location, please reach out in advance and we will do our best to add it to your itinerary.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Sonoma Plaza
The heart-beat of our town
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Highlight
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Our tour is a Wine Country tour with stops for tastings. We encourage all guests to be 21 and over, but can accommodate guests 14 and up with the understanding they will be along for a winery bike tour without the ability to taste. Guides are not responsible for entertaining teens/young adults while parents are tasting.
Not wheelchair accessible
Please note: This is a wine-focused tour that includes visiting two wineries. Although wine tasting fees are not included upfront, there is an expectation that guests signing up for this tour will be participating in tastings. This tour is NOT a good choice for guests with limited interest in wine tasting.
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Include
Comfort rental bike & helmet; we get brand new bikes every year!
Hosted by Local Guide
Delicious picnic lunch served at a winery
Transportation of any wine purchases (or help with shipping arrangements from winery to home)
Handlebar bag
Bottled water
Exclude
Tasting fees
Gratuity (Optional, and can be added after the tour)
Max group – 8
