Adventure, Curated
Explore 5,000+ human-powered experiences — handpicked outdoor adventures for all skill levels with max stoke, zero hassle.
Local Legends, Real Reviews
We partner with the best in the business — trusted local outfitters and guides who know the trails, tides, and terrain. Backed by 185,000+ reviews, averaging 4.8⭐
Book Direct, Best Price Guarantee
Get the best price, availability, and flexibility you need by booking directly with the outfitter or guide.
Protect What You Love
Your adventure gives back. Every booking supports conservation and keeps wild places wild.
Tastes of Sonoma Bike Tour
Pricing
Ages 21+
Ages 21+
Ages 21+
Description
Full-Day Behind the Scenes Food & Wine Bike Tour of Sonoma Valley
Some tours show you wine country. This one puts you inside it. The Full-Day Behind the Scenes Food & Wine Bike Tour is Sonoma's most immersive cycling experience — a 6-hour guided ride visiting two wineries, a behind-the-scenes cheese tasting at a local artisan producer, and a gourmet picnic lunch served on the vineyard grounds overlooking the vines. Your guide is a local with deep connections to the valley's winemakers, a sharp palate, and enough history, botany, and storytelling to make every mile feel like it counts.
The day covers 11 to 15 miles (18–24 km) of quiet Sonoma back roads at a pace that prioritizes the experience over the exercise. Pedal-assist e-bikes are standard — they keep everyone comfortable across every stretch and mean the conversation stays easy from the first mile to the last. You'll pedal an average of 3 to 5 miles (5–8 km) between stops, with the gourmet picnic arriving mid-ride, catered by Sonoma's Best Gourmet Deli and served in the open air on the winery grounds. The tour concludes back at the shop around 3:30–4:00pm — time enough to squeeze in a final tasting room visit before the day is done.
Duration
6 hours (9:30am to approximately 3:30–4:00pm). Arrive by 9:20am for bike fitting and orientation.
Location / Where to Meet
1254 Broadway, Sonoma, CA 95476 Open in Google Maps
The shop sits at the head of a local bike path leading directly into wine country. Arrive by 9:20am. Open daily (closed Easter, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day).
Drive times to Sonoma:
- From San Francisco: 50–90 minutes (avoid Fridays after 3:00 PM)
- From Downtown Napa: 20 minutes
- From Yountville: 30 minutes
- From Glen Ellen: 15 minutes
Ages & Requirements
- Ages 21 and older. This tour is adult-oriented and wine-focused.
- Guests are expected to taste responsibly.
- No prior biking experience required; the route is designed for casual riders of all fitness levels.
What's Included
- Pedal-assist e-bike (standard); comfort cruiser available by request
- Helmet, lock, and map
- Bottled water
- Knowledgeable local tour guide
- 2 winery visits with tasting opportunities
- Behind-the-scenes cheese tour and tasting (except Sundays and Mondays)
- Complimentary olive oil tasting
- Gourmet picnic lunch catered by Sonoma's Best Gourmet Deli, served on the winery grounds
- All wine and merchandise purchases picked up and returned to the shop
- Optional beer tasting (pricing varies)
Not Included
- Wine tasting fees ($35–45 average per location per person). Fees may be waived with a minimum purchase. Tastings are optional and can sometimes be shared.
- Gratuity — never expected, but if you have a great experience, please consider gifting $20–30 per guest to your guide
What to Bring / Wear
- Comfortable layers — mornings in Sonoma can be cool; pack something easy to remove mid-ride
- Casual shorts or cropped pants; avoid denim
- Slim or tapered-leg pants if wearing long pants — Velcro straps available at the shop if needed
- Closed-toe shoes or securely strapped sandals
- Sunscreen and sunglasses
- Small bag or daypack for personal items
- Camera or phone for photos
- Government-issued ID confirming age 21+
- Credit card or cash for wine tasting fees and any purchases
ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Sonoma Valley Bike Tours
FAQs
What makes this tour different from other guided bike tours in Sonoma?
This is Sonoma's most complete guided biking experience. Compared to a half-day option, you'll visit two wineries instead of one, cover more ground (11–15 miles vs. 7–10), and include a gourmet picnic lunch served on the winery grounds — plus behind-the-scenes access to a local artisan cheese producer, an experience that isn't available on any other tour in the lineup. Book this one when you want the day to be the highlight of the trip.
What is the gourmet picnic lunch like?
Lunch is catered by Sonoma's Best Gourmet Deli and served on the vineyard grounds at a winery along the route. Expect a generous spread of artisan sandwiches — including turkey pesto with manchego and arugula, fresh caprese with mozzarella and pesto, and a salami, brie, caramelized onion, and pear combination — all lightly grilled on freshly made local baguette. Sandwiches are accompanied by fresh fruit, a dessert platter, and seasonal nibbles. Let the shop know in advance if you're celebrating a birthday — they like to build it into the day.
What is the behind-the-scenes cheese tasting?
The cheese experience is a genuine highlight of the Full-Day Tour — a behind-the-scenes visit to a local artisan cheese producer, not just a retail tasting. Note: this experience is not available on Sundays or Mondays. If your tour falls on one of those days, confirm with the shop what alternative may be offered.
How many wineries will we visit?
Two wineries are included on the Full-Day Tour. Your guide selects stops with a focus on smaller, boutique producers that offer something distinct — cave tastings, family-owned estates, limited production wines — rather than the big-name houses most visitors already know.
Are tasting fees included?
No — wine tasting fees are not included. Average fees run $35–45 per person per winery. Tastings are optional and can sometimes be shared; fees are often waived with a purchase. You'll know what to expect at each stop before you arrive.
How does the wine and merchandise pickup service work?
Any wine or merchandise you buy at the wineries during the tour will be collected by the team and waiting for you at the shop at the end of the day — so you don't have to carry anything on the bike.
How far will we ride?
You'll average 3 to 5 miles (5–8 km) between stops, for a total tour distance of approximately 11 to 15 miles (18–24 km). The terrain is mostly flat to gently rolling on quiet country back roads. The e-bikes make every mile comfortable regardless of fitness level.
Is this tour good people who haven't ridden in years?
Yes — the pace is set for tourists, not athletes. Pedal-assist e-bikes are the default, making the physical side genuinely easy. Guests who haven't ridden a bike in years consistently say the riding was one of their favorite parts of the day.
Do I need to book in advance?
Yes — the Full-Day Tour is the most popular offering and sells out regularly, especially on weekends and during peak season (May–October). Book as early as possible to secure your preferred date.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation for a General Tour or Rental
-
Full prepayment is required to confirm your reservation.
-
Cancel For Any Reason Insurance is available to all guests at the time of online booking and can also be purchased by phone or email up to 10 days after your reservation is made. The insurance purchase window closes at midnight, 7 days prior to your tour/rental start date.
-
Cancel For Any Reason Insurance is 10% of the total cost and allows you to cancel your tour up to 90 minutes before the start time, or your rental by 12:00 PM the day of, and receive a full refund minus the cost of insurance.
-
For non-insured guests, reservations become non-refundable within 24 hours of tour departure or rental start — no exceptions.
-
Non-insured guests who cancel with more than 24 hours' notice will receive a refund minus the following per-person cancellation fees:
o Tours: $25 per person
o Standard bikes: $10 per bike
o Electric/pedal-assist, road bikes & tandems: $17.50 per bike
o Online booking fees are processed by a third-party platform and may not be fully refundable. -
We ride rain or shine! Weather is not grounds for cancellation or refund. We're happy to provide a disposable poncho for light weather or offer the option to tour by van on rainy days. If weather is a concern, we strongly recommend purchasing Cancel For Any Reason Insurance at the time of booking.
Private/Corporate Tours: A separate cancellation policy may apply. Please refer to your contract.
Availability
Reviews
Location
Address
1254 Broadway
Sonoma, CA, 95476
US
ASK THE LOCAL EXPERT
Best price guarantee - book direct with the outfitter
Trusted local outfitters, vetted for quality
Free cancellation on most adventures