My husband and i had the most awesome ride with Hunt. The 2 hour Intro to Sonoma ride was so…read morehistorical, informative and scenic. The pedal assist bikes were easy to navigate and Hunt made sure we were safe the whole entire time. We learned so much on this ride. I highly recommend Sonoma Valley Bike Tours!

We had a lovely tour with Bruce as our guide. Bruce asked us what we wanted to see since we were…read morethe only two on the tour. He said we could do a more history centric tour, or winery centric tour. We chose historic. First, we stopped off at historic House of General Vallejo, then we rode to Buena Vista winery. We had a wine tasting there where Antwon was super-accommodating for my husbands very specific wine tastes. Then we traveled throughout Vineyards to go through Bartholomew park and back to the Square. We had an olive oil tasting at Figone's on the plaza which was delicious. We had excellent weather and the day couldn't have been better.

We had a great experience with Platypus Wine Tours on our visit to Napa. Army was a wonderful…read moreguide, a lot of fun and gave us some neat history about the area and wine-making process. After picking everyone up, our group went to Saddleback Cellars. This was a great vineyard to visit - we were seated right next to the beautiful fields and enjoyed sipping our wine while walking right next to the growing grapes! The lady working there was friendly and it was really nice learning more about the history of their vineyard. They've won several awards, and we could see why! These were some delicious wines. Next, we made our way to Merryvale Vineyards where we also stopped to have our boxed lunch. Their inside space was gorgeous and it was interesting learning about the barrel aging process. We enjoyed our tasting here too! We finished up at Backstage which was one of the highlights of the day - the wines we tasted were excellent and the seating area is just gorgeous, overlooking their beautiful vineyards. We decided to buy a bottle here and enjoyed it later during our trip. Platypus was a great choice for our tour - when I was searching for tour options online it was affordable for our group, had great reviews and I can see why! Army was excellent, I loved that they picked you up and dropped you back to your hotel, and the reduced rates for the tastings helped a lot too! On my next Napa visit I would definitely book with them again.

We've done a total of five Platypus Wine Tours -- four in Napa and one in Sonoma -- and have had a…read moregood experience overall. Some tours have been truly exceptional, while others have been more average. The guides have all been good, although some definitely stand out more than others. Ultimately, though, the biggest factor in the experience is the wineries you visit and how generous they are with their pours. You'll quickly learn what a "revisit" means on these tours. Most wineries are happy to pour you another taste, but some are surprisingly stingy and seem more interested in selling bottles than providing a memorable tasting experience. Some will happily pour their most expensive wines, while others will talk about those wines without actually letting you taste them unless you're willing to buy a bottle. Honestly, that's disappointing, especially when you're there to experience and learn about the wine. That said, Platypus itself is fantastic. The shuttles are spacious, the groups are small, and the overall experience is a great way to explore wine country without the hassle of driving between wineries. My biggest recommendation: tell your tour guide upfront that you want fun, welcoming wineries that are generous with their pours. The right winery selection can take an already good tour and make it an outstanding one. We'll absolutely consider booking with Platypus again!

We had such an amazing time at Sonoma Zipline Adventures! We were there for my husband's birthday…read more The whole experience was so much fun, exciting, and definitely an adventure to remember. Our tour guides were hilarious, entertaining, and did an amazing job making us feel safe and comfortable throughout the entire experience. They even sang Happy Birthday to him at the end of our zipline tour as he repelled from the tree. They really made the tour memorable. We also reserved one of a Treehouse for an overnight stay, and it was absolutely beautiful! It had such a fun glamping feel and was fully furnished with everything we needed. I was worried I might be cold overnight, but there was a heater that kept the treehouse nice and cozy. The staff was incredibly kind, welcoming, and accommodating from start to finish. We truly had a wonderful experience and would definitely recommend Sonoma Zipline Adventures and the treehouse stay to our friends and family. So much fun, beautiful scenery in the middle of the forest. Great accommodations, wonderful staff, and definitely worth it! We can't wait to come back!

Went for the Treehouse Adventures (Fern) Treehouse hosts…read morewere friendly and accommodating. Room and toilet were very clean. (Note: limited in-treehouse sink water) Showers are only a short walk away. (Toiletries provided) Snacks and bottled water all included. Zipline guides were very fun and helpful. Amazing views over a small creek.

We had such a fantastic experience with Painted Ladies Tour Company for our recent team offsite! We…read morewere organizing an activity for a large group, and from the very beginning, their team was incredibly accommodating, flexible, and willing to work with us to create something unique. What really stood out was how open they were to customizing the experience to fit our group's needs. Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all tour, they worked closely with us to tailor the day around our what we wanted and our schedule. They were receptive to our ideas and genuinely invested in making the experience special for our team. The vintage VW buses added such a fun and memorable element to the day, and the entire experience was a great way for our team to explore San Francisco, connect with one another, and enjoy a little friendly competition! Planning an event for a large group can come with plenty of moving pieces, but their flexibility and collaborative approach made such a difference. I would highly recommend Painted Ladies Tour Company to anyone planning a corporate outing, team-building event, or group experience in San Francisco. A huge thank you to the entire team for helping us create such a memorable day!

When we decided to visit San Francisco, I knew I wanted to do some kind of tour. I researched a…read morebunch of options and even considered one of the hop-on, hop-off buses, but then I came across the Painted Ladies Tour. I watched several videos, read reviews, and quickly realized this was a completely different kind of tour. The tour takes place in a vintage VW van that looks like something straight out of the Scooby-Doo Mystery Machine. Honestly, even the vehicle itself makes the experience fun! It's also a much more intimate experience than a large bus tour, which was exactly what I was looking for. It ended up being one of our absolute favorite things we did in San Francisco. Our guide, Clay, met us just a couple of blocks from our hotel, which was another huge bonus. We didn't have to take any additional public transportation to get to the tour. It was my daughter and me, another mother and daughter, and their aunt, so we had a really small group. Clay made sure we rotated seats throughout the tour so everyone got a different perspective and everyone had a chance to sit up front for the best views. One of the first things Clay did was explain what actually makes a "Painted Lady" a Painted Lady. We got to see so many examples throughout the city, and one of our favorites was the Four Seasons. It was really interesting learning the history behind the homes rather than just driving past them and taking pictures. We drove through the Haight-Ashbury area, where Clay explained how housing costs and the population have changed over the years. We even saw the iconic home with the legs sticking out of one of the windows, which is a pretty funny representation of just how packed some of the homes became. We also got to see the former homes of Jerry Garcia, Janis Joplin, and Jimi Hendrix. Being able to see those places in person and hear the history behind them was really cool. Our first stop where we actually got out of the van was Alamo Square Park, where the iconic Full House opening scene was filmed. This was probably the number one thing my daughter wanted to see, so she was thrilled! We got out, took pictures, and Clay was kind enough to take pictures of both of us together so neither of us had to be the person left out of the photos. Next, we drove by the house from Mrs. Doubtfire. Clay actually happened to see them filming part of the movie when he was younger, which made the stop even more interesting. Then came another major highlight for my daughter--we got to see the school from The Princess Diaries! From there, we headed to the Palace of Fine Arts, where we learned about its connection to the World's Fair. We stopped to take pictures, and I have to mention one of my favorite random moments of the entire tour: seeing a Golden Retriever riding in a convertible, absolutely living his best life. It was one of those completely unexpected San Francisco moments that made the day even better. Since we were already in the area, we also stopped to take pictures with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background. But the absolute highlight of the tour came next. Clay took us to Lombard Street, turned the music way up, blasted "Born to Be Wild," and let us cruise down the famous winding street with the windows down. We were all singing along, laughing, and taking in the experience. It was honestly one of the most iconic and memorable moments of our entire San Francisco trip. The tour was also perfectly timed. We spent the morning seeing so much of the city, but we were finished early enough to walk back to our hotel, have some downtime, and regroup before lunch. We never felt rushed, but we also didn't lose an entire day to the tour. I would absolutely recommend the Painted Ladies Tour to anyone visiting San Francisco. It's such a fun and personal way to see the city and learn about its history. Instead of sitting on a huge bus with dozens of other people, you're in a small group, getting to interact with your guide and really experience the city. And Clay was fantastic. He was knowledgeable, personable, and made the history fun for both the adults and the kids in our group. He took pictures for us, made sure everyone got a chance to experience the best seats, and really made the entire morning feel special. If you're looking for something more personal than a traditional sightseeing bus, I can't recommend this tour enough. Between the Mystery Machine-style van, the history, the movie locations, the Golden Gate Bridge, and singing "Born to Be Wild" down Lombard Street, this was easily one of our favorite memories from San Francisco.

Nick was fantastic. We had a blast. His knowledge and expertise of Napa Valley and the wineries was…read morebar none!! Pretty wonderful photographer as well.

Nick Perata and Perata Luxury Tours were absolutely outstanding! We were arriving in San Francisco…read moreon a cruise ship and had planned a special day in Napa for our group of six. When our ship was delayed getting into port, our carefully planned day suddenly had to change. Nick immediately pivoted, adjusted our schedule and helped rearrange the day so we could still have an amazing Napa experience. He truly went above and beyond. Instead of making us feel stressed about the lost time, Nick handled everything and made sure we could simply relax and enjoy ourselves. He was professional, incredibly personable, knowledgeable about Napa Valley and genuinely cared about making our day special. The vehicle was beautiful, comfortable and immaculate, and the level of service was exactly what you would expect from a luxury private tour -- actually, even better. We travel frequently and have used many private drivers and tour companies, and Nick is one of the best we've ever had. What really sets him apart is his willingness to adapt when things don't go according to plan. Anyone can provide a great tour when everything runs perfectly; Nick proved how valuable he is when it didn't. If you're looking for a private driver or luxury wine-country tour in Napa or Sonoma, I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Nick and Perata Luxury Tours. We will absolutely use him again. Five stars isn't enough!

If you're looking for something to do in Sonoma, other than visit wineries, the Sonoma Food Tour is…read morewhere it's at! I have visited family in Sonoma for 20+ years, but I learned more about Sonoma and dining options around Sonoma Square on Mia's tour than I ever knew before. We tried cheeses, sausages, Mexican food, olive oil, balsamic vinegars, chocolate, and more as we visited various businesses around and near the Square. Plus, we got a history lesson along the way too! My friends and I had planned to go on this tour in 2020, but Covid shut everything down. I am so happy that the tour is back up and running, so be sure to book your spots now before it fills up. FYI- Covid protocols are in place on this tour, so bring a mask. I would highly recommend this tour if you're a first-time, or even a regular visitor, to the area. As someone who doesn't drink, don't let that stop you! I was pleased to be offered other tasty beverage options on the tour too. Mia is a fantastic guide who is full of pep, knowledge, and great insight into things to taste and see in Sonoma. I will definitely be back!

An entertaining and informational way to spend a few hours in Sonoma -even for someone who had been…read moreto the square countless times. Their team does a great job bringing people together over a variety of stories and snacks of the sweet and savory kind. Lots of wine, cheese, and chocolate. Also - could Abby be MORE FUN?! I think NOT! A few of my favorites were the sparkling margaritas and stories about the quarry and cobblestones you still see today in San Francisco.

Great Customer service! I called a couple times bc we were worried about taking a trolley bc of…read moreweather forecast and almost cancelled. SO glad we did not! They are prepared w/ a Luxury black shuttle van. Paul (our driver) was so informative and so knowledgeable about the Sonoma and Napa History. I appreciate how they already had an itinerary planned out for the day. We visited 4 wineries which one had a wonderful farm to table lunch waiting for us (which this was included in ticket price) Each winery visited made us feel at home/great stories/great people and great wine waiting for us upon arrival! Wine tasting fees are addl around $35-40 per person. Our last winery visited Paul helped us to get TSA approved shipping boxes which wine got home safely! Wish we could've stayed longer at Buena Vista and Sangiacomo. Would highly recommend wine trolley/bus tour and felt ticket price was reasonable for having great service/knowledgeable driver/lunch for an all day tour.

What a fun experience! Highly recommend this fun trolley tour!…read more We had an intimate group of 8 people. Two honeymooners and two mom daughter duos. We were all laughing and have such a great time together! Our guide Paul was hilarious and had lots of great knowledge of the area. Everyone is small business owned at the places we stopped at and also felt very natural and warm. The interactions with everyone was fun and I definitely got some wine knowledge too! We stoped at four places. One beautiful vineyar with spectacular views, a food terrace and wine tasting area, a winery and makery, and another wine tasting bar. Would definitely do this again and highly recommend!

Ron and Chris were amazing! We had a great time riding around seeing everything! Our favorite part…read morewas seeing the vineyard and St Helena! Thank you both!

Ron was full of information and took us on a nice scenic ride. Great experience!…read moreComfortable and fun!

Yuni, hunt and Emily were great!!!! This is the place to go to rent and ride bikes. I highly…read morerecommend them! Helpful, kind and they sent us all the maps we needed via text, email and a paper map. If you don't know what to do or where to go, just ask! They will help you and guide you. Lots of bikes! I recommend e-bikes! You'll thank me later!

This was our first time in Sonoma and we weren't sure where to start so we booked the full day…read moreadventure it and it was worth every penny! Emily is the most wonderful and knowledgeable tour guide and we had the best day biking the back roads of Sonoma with her and our new friend who was also on our tour. We had no idea how much we'd learn and just how much fun we would have! Neither of us are regular bikers, but with the e-bikes we kept up without any issues. The wineries and cheese shops were high quality and perfectly spaced apart throughout the day. This will always be our first recommendation to anyone planning a trip to wine country!

We absolutely loved our wine pushpak Kenwood tour. Howard, Greg, and Lindsey did a fantastic job…read more History, great wine tasting, and wonderful charcuterie. You won't be disappointed!

Party of 6 did the electric tour and it was the highlight of our weekend!…read more Howard and Melissa were wonderful kind tour guides. They not only provide historical information but gave us recommendations and told us fun stories. Howard is very fast on his bike but Melissa ensured the whole group was safe passing through busy streets and intersections. When our tour was due to end, Melissa guided us to a bonus spot which ended everything on a much more exquisite note. I highly recommend PushPak! It's a unique and fun experience even in the winter time. I recommend layering up with scarves, gloves, and a beanie but they provide a blanket if you don't. We are definitely planning to come back another season so we can have another beautiful experience! Thanks Howard and Melissa!