4-Hour Traverse City Sunset Wine Tour: 3 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula
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About This Tour in Traverse City
Why Visit Traverse City?
Traverse City, USA offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Traverse City provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Traverse City
You can reach Traverse City, USA by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.
What's Included
- Yeti Style Cooler for Customer Use
- Premium Limo Style Bus
- Local Tour Guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What's Not Included
- Wine tastings are not included and are purchased individually at each vineyard. The price for each tasting ranges from $5 to $10 per tasting.
- Gratuity (20% for the driver is strongly recommended)
- Chateau Chantal Winery: Wine flights: $15, Glass pours: $9–$14
- Bowers Harbor Vineyards: Wine by the Glass- $8-$10/Flights (5 pours or 2.5 glasses of wine)- $22-$28
- Bonobo Vineyards: Wine by the Glass- $9-$13 (Souvenir wine glass included)
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For Monday-Thursday Sunset Tours, Stops will be: 1st- Hawthorne Vineyards or Chateau Chantal Winery, 2nd- Bonobo Winery, 3rd-Old Mission Distilling (In that order)
- *DISCLAIMER: Wineries are subject to change based on availability.
- 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.
- *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.
- Most wineries have outdoor seating only, please dress accordingly to stay warm on colder days
- Since Covid, most wineries are not offering tastings, but rather flights and wine by the glass, and samples
- 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.
- This is a public tour, not a private tour
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
The Beautiful Bowers HarborPlease navigate to the Grand Traverse County Civic Center in Traverse City, MI and follow the signs to "Tour Bus Parking". This will lead you to the desired parking lot where you'll see signs that state "Magic Shuttle Bus Tour Patron Parking". Bus departs at 5:30pm on Fridays and 4:30pm on Saturdays
End Point
The Beautiful Bowers HarborPlease navigate to the Grand Traverse County Civic Center in Traverse City, MI and follow the signs to "Tour Bus Parking". This will lead you to the desired parking lot where you'll see signs that state "Magic Shuttle Bus Tour Patron Parking". Bus departs at 5:30pm on Fridays and 4:30pm on Saturdays
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
The Beautiful Bowers Harbor was initially a horse... 1 hour
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.
Chateau Chantal overlooks rolling vineyards and a breathtaking view of the bay 1 hour
Chateau Chantal overlooks rolling vineyards and a breathtaking view of the bay. Located on a 65-acre estate in one of the most scenic areas of the Great Lakes, you can experience the views of East and West Grand Traverse Bays, Power Island, and rolling vineyards. Chateau Chantal focuses on Michigan wines, producing Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, and more.
The Beautiful Bowers Harbor was initially a horse... 1 hour
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!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
