
Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry
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Is Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry worth booking?
Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry is a 7.5-hour experience in Oakland, United States, from $155 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- From
- $155 per person
Join us on a full-day, small-group wine tour of the Spectacular Napa Valley wine country for guests coming from San Francisco! Take the San Francisco Bay Ferry & meet us at the Vallejo Ferry Terminal. In our small shuttl
What you get
About this experience
Join us on a full-day, small-group wine tour of the Spectacular Napa Valley wine country for guests coming from San Francisco! Take the San Francisco Bay Ferry & meet us at the Vallejo Ferry Terminal. In our small shuttle bus, you’ll visit three charming, back roads wineries that change daily 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. Our specialty is intimate, light hearted and truly memorable experiences. Your guide will set up a tasty picnic lunch for you at a picturesque winery. Once the tour concludes, you will be dropped off at the Vallejo Ferry Terminal in time to catch one of the evening return ferries to San Francisco. The tour typically has 8-12 guests on board.
What's included
Included
- 3 Winery Visits
- Pickup and drop-off at the Vallejo Ferry Terminal
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Driver Tour Guide
- Surcharges on fuel
- Transport by small shuttle
Not included
- Wine tasting fees ($20-$25 at each winery) per person
- Gratuity for the guide (Suggested 18-20%) per person.
- Groups of 5 or more traveling together will be charged a 20% gratuity for the guide at the end.
- Cost of ferry boat from San Francisco (approximately $18.60 round trip per person)
What you'll see and do
Napa
Join us on a full-day, small-group wine tour of the Spectacular Napa Valley wine country designed specifically for guests coming from San Francisco! Take the San Francisco Bay Ferry & meet us at the Vallejo Ferry Terminal. You’ll visit three charming, back roads wineries that change daily 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. Our specialty is intimate, light hearted and truly memorable experiences. Your guide will set up a tasty picnic lunch for you at a picturesque winery. Once the tour concludes, you will be dropped off in time to catch a return ferry boat to San Francisco. The tour typically has 8-12 guests on board. Tasting fees at the three wineries visited are separate, however they are discounted for our guests and many waive that fee with wine purchase.
90 minutes here
Bouchaine Vineyards - Napa Valley
This winery is not guaranteed, but only one of many possible wineries that could be visited on your tour day based on availability. Tour visits three wineries that change daily. Winery tasting fees are separate, but are discounted for our guests. Many wineries waive the fee with wine purchase.
90 minutes here
Hagafen Cellars
This winery is not guaranteed, but only one of many possible wineries that could be visited on your tour day based on availability. Tour visits three wineries that change daily. Winery tasting fees are separate, but are discounted for our guests. Many wineries waive the fee with wine purchase.
90 minutes here
Bread & Butter Wines
This winery is not guaranteed, but only one of many possible wineries that could be visited on your tour day based on availability. Tour visits three wineries that change daily. Winery tasting fees are separate, but are discounted for our guests. Many wineries waive the fee with wine purchase.
90 minutes here
Merryvale Vineyards
This winery is not guaranteed, but only one of many possible wineries that could be visited on your tour day based on availability. Tour visits three wineries that change daily. Winery tasting fees are separate, but are discounted for our guests. Many wineries waive the fee with wine purchase.
90 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Oakland
When you arrive at the Vallejo ferry terminal, our bus will be parked at the curb across from the ferry around 9:25am.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
When you arrive at the Vallejo ferry terminal, our bus will be parked at the curb across from the ferry around 9:25am.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Platypus Tours Limited
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Guests must be 21 or older to taste wine
- Guests under 21 are not permitted on the tour
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Highly Recommend!!
Highly recommend. James was a great guide and picked 3 great wineries, each with their own vibes. The people at the wineries were great and educational. Pickup at the ferry terminal was easy. Communications before the trip were excellent and thorough!
Response from the operator: Hi! Thank you for the wonderful recommendation! It means a lot that you noticed the care that goes into the day before you even meet your guide. I'm so glad James took it from there and gave you such a great day in Napa Valley. I'll make sure both he and our office team see your kind words. Warm Wine Country Regards, Shawnda
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Good to know
- Duration
- 7.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Thu
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 55
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Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Oakland.
How much does Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry cost?
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Prices start at $155 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Oakland usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry take?
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Plan for about 7.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Oakland is not rushed.
Is Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Oakland, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Oakland can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Oakland and add a light layer if any part of the 7.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Napa Valley Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour via San Francisco Ferry start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Oakland within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Oakland?
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Oakland covers bay sailing and kayak trips on the estuary, Lake Merritt walks, food tours through Temescal and Fruitvale, and easy access to Berkeley and wine country. On Outty we rank every Oakland experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Yosemite National Park & Sequoias Private Tour from San Francisco, 6 Hour Private Customized Wine Tour up to 7 Guests Napa & Sonoma, 8 Hour Private Customized Wine Tour up to 7 Guests Napa & Sonoma. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Oakland?
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May to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Oakland?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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