Top Napa & Sonoma Dining Experiences

Roll through Northern California’s famous wine country on the renowned Napa Valley Wine Train. Pass charming towns like Rutherford and St. Helena, and soak up the scenery of rolling hills, vineyards, and estates through large picture windows on the trip. Explore the restored vintage train cars, and then take a seat for a gourmet lunch or dinner freshly prepared by the train’s acclaimed on-board restaurant.

Discover the Napa Valley at a relaxed pace on a full-day, small-group tour. Comfortable transportation collects you from your local Napa Valley hotel and carries your group to three distinct wineries, where you can enjoy tastings at your own expense. Listen to live commentary and ask questions at any time. Your experience also includes a complimentary picnic lunch at a charming winery.

A Winery Experience of the Year Finalist by Wine Enthusiast. Enter the dark, mysterious, stylish space and find yourself transported to a cosmopolitan oasis. We forge your way off the beaten path, seek interesting varietals and blend them together to make wines that are approachable and thought-provoking. You won’t find another place like it in Napa.

Hop into your private SUV for a wine tour of the Sonoma or Napa Valley with a private guide. You can make your own itinerary and your guide/driver will be happy to provide recommendations. You can taste as much wine as you like (tasting fees at your own expense) without worrying about who will be the sober driver; all of your transportation is taken care of.

Make exploring Wine Country easy on this tour aboard the Napa Valley Wine Trolley. The open-air cable car is a replica of the historic trolleys seen in San Francisco and offers views of the vineyards as you travel to three or four wineries to sample the local wines (tastings at your own expense). A guide provides commentary about Napa’s rich history. Lunch at one of the wineries is also included for extra convenience.

Savor the best of Sonoma’s cuisine on a food tour in the heart of California wine country. Sample locally-made wines and artisanal cheeses as you stroll Sonoma’s historic downtown with a foodie guide, then try fine chocolates and olive oil at chic, cutting-edge boutiques. Soak up the latest flavors at six curated tasting stops along a relaxed, route and get an insider’s perspective on Sonoma’s gourmet culture. Learn the stories behind the region’s culinary legends, thriving vineyards, and remarkable artisanal renaissance.

The Legacy Experience offers the perfect blend of engaging wine-country activities and quiet moments to connect with your companions. Delight in a one-hour immersive wine tasting from an open-air Pullman rail car, and capture a snapshot of the famed Napa Valley welcome sign in Oakville, built in 1949 to bring attention to the region. In the afternoon, you’ll have the chance to disembark in St. Helena for two seated tastings at Charles Krug and V. Sattui. Together, these prestigious wineries boast a combined winemaking history of over 200 years. Indulge in a sumptuous four-course meal as you travel past rolling hills and quaint towns. Our Legacy Experience highlights some of the very best landmarks and legendary wineries of Napa Valley, leaving you with a collection of stories to tell and moments to remember.

Take a tour to three backroads Sonoma wineries, and get more out of your trip to the Sonoma Valley than you would if you explored alone, on this small-group, half-day tour. Not only does your guide pick three impressive wineries to visit (tasting fees own expense), but they also set up a picnic lunch for your group to enjoy in a winery setting. Round-trip transport from your Sonoma hotel is also included, so you can focus on enjoyment and leave the driving to someone else.

Embark on a unique Wine Country experience with a trip aboard the Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley. Modeled after the famed cable cars of San Francisco, the trolley shuttles you through Sonoma’s picturesque winemaking region with stops at several top wineries. Taste wines at each estate (tasting fees are a separate expense), and enjoy a delicious complementary lunch en route for an even more seamless experience.

When in Napa Valley, wine tasting is a must. Join a small group of wine enthusiasts to sample several different varieties, and, as you sip, learn all about how to pair it with different cuisines. At the first stop, a tasting room, enjoy your wine with expertly paired snacks, then continue your experience at a restaurant, where you can opt to order a meal (own expense). Thanks to the intimate group size, there's plenty of time to ask questions and get personal attention from your guide.

Board a beautifully restored 1915 Pullman railcar transformed into a floral wonderland. Delicate pink and neutral wildflower arrangements line every surface and an inspired playlist sets the mood as you settle into a plush chair at your seat, already set with floral teacups and gleaming gold-toned stirring spoons. As the train begins its northbound journey, enjoy your Chandon Garden Spritz, a refreshing aperitif of Chandon sparkling wine and a proprietary liqueur of oranges and herbs. A rich, velvety tomato basil soup is presented alongside a gourmet grilled cheese made for dipping, designed for savoring. Choose from a curated selection of premium teas served in floral cups with honey, lemon, and sugar. Then the centerpiece of the afternoon arrives: a beautifully presented three-tier riser bearing chilled savory bites, finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and elegant desserts including a bright lemon raspberry tart.

Treat yourself to a gourmet food and wine tour in Yountville, a small town in California's Napa Valley that is home to a high concentration of restaurants helmed by celebrity chefs and considered a top foodie destination. As you make your way between restaurants on foot, taste farm-to-table fare paired with delicious local wines. Includes 3-course lunch, food and wine tastings, and insights from your expert guide.

Indulge in a delightful journey of flavors with the Taste of Meadowcroft, a unique wine and food pairing experience. This guided tasting features four exquisite Meadowcroft wines, each thoughtfully paired with seasonal dishes crafted by Chef Sonam Sherpa, who infuses Eastern and Western culinary traditions into his creations. Uncover the perfect harmony between wine and food as you relax and experiment with flavors that surprise and satisfy. Join us for this elevated tasting adventure, designed to tantalize your palate and expand your culinary horizons.

Step into a beautifully restored 1915 Pullman railcar dressed in Honduran mahogany paneling, brass accents, and etched glass partitions. A welcome glass of sparkling wine arrives as the train departs and the vineyards begin to open up outside your window. As the train glides north, a chef-crafted lunch is served fresh from the onboard kitchen. The train arrives at the legendary Grgich Hills Estate in Rutherford, home of Croatian-born winemaker Mike Grgich, whose 1973 Chateau Montelena Chardonnay defeated France's finest at the 1976 Judgment of Paris, put Napa Valley on the global map forever. Disembark & settle in as your Grgich Hills host leads a private one-hour seated tasting. Back onboard, coffee, tea, and dessert are served as the train winds its way south through the valley. By the time the Napa station returns to view, the afternoon feels like the kind that stays with you long after the last glass is empty.

Enjoy a customized winery tour of your desired spots in Napa and Sonoma, and be transferred in luxury in a limousine. Your driver will take you to the wineries, where you can learn all about the wine making process, and have tastings (at your own expense). Water and soda are provided along the way, and there will be an opportunity to purchase lunch. This tour could go for 6-8 hours.

Combine sightseeing with fine dining on this Napa Valley Wine Train tour. Reserve an exclusive seat in the Champagne Vista Dome of a 1952 Pullman full-dome railcar, and enjoy an intimate 4-course dining experience. Take in sweeping views of California's wine country as you enjoy a chef-prepared meal. Perfect for celebrating a special occasion, such as a birthday or anniversary.

Join us on a day-long, small-group wine tour of Charming Hideaway Mountainside wineries in Napa! You’ll visit two wineries tucked away in the hills above the Napa Valley and be served a picnic lunch in an idyllic winery setting. Your tour guide will tell fascinating stories and share many interesting tidbits about local history, culture and wine making. You have the option to taste at the wineries (tasting fees run about $50 per person at each winery). Our specialty is intimate, light hearted and truly memorable experiences. Once the tour concludes, you will be dropped off from where you were picked up. The tour typically has 8-10 guests on board.

Explore the wineries of Napa County without needing a designated driver with this customizable, private driving service from Sacramento. You’re picked up from anywhere in Sacramento and within 25 miles (40 kilometers) and taken to the wineries of your choosing for a full day of wine tasting—all the while traveling in a Mercedes-Benz passenger van.