5-Hour Traverse City Wine Tour: 4 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula in Traverse City booking from $99.00

5-Hour Traverse City Wine Tour: 4 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula

Overview

Sit back and enjoy the gentle slopes, winding country roads and Caribbean-like views on a Traverse City Wine Tour. The Magic Shuttle Bus is a chauffeur service with an entire fleet ready to take your group around Old Mission Peninsula.

The 45th parallel, is home to the worlds most famous wine-making regions AND Traverse City. Grapevines planted in the region enjoy the perfect amount of sunlight for optimal growth. When coupled with micro-climates created by Grand Traverse Bay, and fertile soil, this sets the perfect stage for delicious award-winning wines that rival centuries-old grapes produced in Europe & California.

"We are proud to say that our Old Mission Wine Tour has been nominated as Top 20 Wine Tours in the Country by USA Today, and stands as our signature tour in Northern Michigan!"

**Wineries are subject to change based on availability**

***Gratuity of 20% for the driver is strongly recommended (Cash Only)***

City: Traverse City

Sun 22 Sep

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What's Included

Local Tour Guide

Air-conditioned vehicle

Yeti Style Cooler for Customer Use

Premium Limo Style Bus

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
**PLEASE REFERENCE THE PARKING MAP IN THE IMAGES ON THIS LISTING FOR THE PICK UP & DROP OFF LOCATION**
Wineries are subject to change based on limited availability due to Covid-19
Mari Vineyards will be on a first come first serve basis, if booked, we will switch out with Chateau Chantal Winery, and vise versa
Being that Bry's Estate has very limited capacity due to Covid-19, we will alternate between Hawthorne Vineyards and Bry's to offer the best possible experience
There is a total of 10-15 parking spots that are allotted for Magic Shuttle Bus customers. These are offered on a first come, first serve basis.
Bry's Estate Winery is a first come, first serve basis at their lawn bar outside
Your driver will request that you make the reservation for Chateau Chantal when you get on the bus, but this is not required.
*DISCLAIMER: Wineries are subject to change based on availability.
*GRATUITY of 15%-20% for the driver is strongly recommended
Customers are welcome to pack a lunch for the day, most wineries only offer small appetizers and snacks, no full meals
*DISCLAIMER: Magic Shuttle Bus does contact wineries if appointments do need to be made, keep in mind, these are not reservations and only allow us to come in at the desired time, but does not eradicate wait times.
Since Covid, most wineries are not offering tastings, but rather flights and wine by the glass, and samples
Most wineries have outdoor seating only, please dress accordingly to stay warm on colder days
Some wineries do not accept cash, they require payment to be on a card
We strongly recommend that you use an Uber/Lyft/Taxi to get to the pick up location, and for your return trip home.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands

What To Expect

Chateau Chantal Winery & Tasting Room

Chateau Chantal is a winery located on the Old Mission Peninsula, only a few miles north of Traverse City, in Grand Traverse County, Michigan. The chateau sits atop one of the highest points on the Old Mission Peninsula and has views of both East and West arms of Grand Traverse Bay. The winery is a European style chateau on a 64-acre (26 ha) estate. The Chateau has a tasting room, an eleven-room bed and breakfast, and a hospitality room where cooking classes and Jazz at Sunset are hosted.

Bowers Harbor Vineyards

The Beautiful Bowers Harbor was initially a horse farm and in 1991, began its transition to the stunning vineyard it is today. They have over 27 years of wine-making experience and boasts 20 acres of vines. Wine selections are numerous and include Riesling, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Grigio, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, hard ciders and more! *Tasting flights are about $5 for 5 wines. Small snacks, dips and locally crafted cheeses & spreads are also available for purchase.

Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery

In 2004 with only 10,000 grape vines, Brys Estate yielded its first successful harvest. Now, the 91-acre estate is home to over 40,000 vines their varietals include: Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Pinot Blanc, and Gewürztraminer. Soak in beautiful East Bay views while enjoying world-class wines. *Tasting flights are about $8 for 5 wines and a souvenir glass. A 5-Item Cheese & Charcuterie Board is also available for purchase at the winery.

Bonobo Winery

Bonobo offers world-class wines, breathtaking views, and a business model that keeps with traditions of the region. Their 19 acres give rise to the following varietals: Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc. Even with a limited selection, Bonobo wines (and ciders) are sure to shine in overall quality. *Tasting flights are about $10 for 6 wines. They also offer the largest selection of snacks for purchase.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

maricarmend520

Sep 2020

Even with a little bit of rain and the limitations due to covid, we had a great time! The tour takes you to 4-5 different wineries and drives you back to traverse city.

Brifree1776

Sep 2020

My wife and I had a great time on the wine tour. It was the perfect way to see several vineyards in a single day. We went over Labor Day weekend on the Sunday, and was glad we did the tour instead of just doing it on our own. In one case you needed to make a reservation, and our driver had us do that as we got on the bus. If you just showed up there you would not have even gotten in. There was even one where when you got there you would have had to wait for a table, but when we said we were with Magic Bus they told us they already had tables reserved for us. The driver was great and friendly. Additionally, felt very safe with the COVID precautions they put in place on the bus. When we showed up to get on the bus, there were 3 of them, school bus sized, and only 12 people were on a bus. We were able to socially distance from the other groups with no problem. The best part though was that we were able to drink as uh as we wanted, and did not have to worry about driving. The only thing I would recommend if there was a particular vineyard you wanted to visit either check with them as it gets closer to your trip to find out where they are going, or just visit that one on your own on another day. With 35 vineyards in the area there is a lot to see.

sarahoX5285BA

Sep 2020

So much fun! Our driver was fun and engaging, and each stop more beautiful than the last. Highly recommend doing this trip!

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