I went on the wine/cannabis experience and had the best time! I'm not a huge marijuana user and I had never been to a dispensary before, so this was the perfect way to learn a bit more about cannabis and also go wine tasting around Sonoma County. We started off in San Francisco and stopped at Vista Point by the Golden Gate Bridge. It was a super clear day and we got great photos by the bay and bridge. Our guide poured us mimosas and we drove off to Sonoma County. He gave us an overview of the day and a little history before each stop! We went to three wineries and an awesome dispensary. All the wineries gave us great tastings along with the history and stories of their proprieties and wines. We also got an amazing lunch halfway through the day. At the dispensary stop, Solful, we got a really informative presentation from the owner where he taught us about the different components of cannabis and the different ways of consuming it. We got a booklet with all the information that we could take home with us. Everyone there was super helpful and I left with a couple bags of chocolates! Overall, this was a day very well spent and I highly recommend it! We met fun people, got to taste great wines, and left with bottles of wine, chocolates and a ton of new information about cannabis. read more

The Sonoma County Experience - Wine Tours Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

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What an awesome day touring up to the beautiful Sonoma County. Even as a local, I learned so much and discovered some awesome new places. Great views at the Golden Gate Bridge before leaving SF. Then onto Sonoma County for some great breweries and a very informative stop at Soulful (a cannabis dispensary). The breweries were very welcoming and gave us a great look into the production process of some up and coming breweries. Our group was able to taste 3 brand new beers that haven't even been released yet! I loved at Henhouse when they let us try the same beer at 3 different stages to show the different tastes at different points in the brewing process. Lunch was delicious and we made a lot of new friends on the trip. Soulful have a great presentation about the different types of cannabis, the different properties they possess, and all the different types of products they have! Definitely a must the next time you are in Northern California or even a local wanting to something awesome on the weekend. read more

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I recently went on the Craft Beer & Cannabis Tour. As a relative cannabis neophyte, the tour was really informative and also super interesting! Such a great way to spend a day in beautiful Sonoma County, tasting excellent brews and learning about this rapidly growing industry. Jared was a pro and made everyone in the group feel welcome/comfortable. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! read more

I attended the Sonoma County Experience with 10 of my coworkers and we attended a production facility along with two wineries. We had a fantastic corporate outing. The guys were very accommodating and we never felt like we were rushed. They picked us up and dropped off at our office in SF, making logistics very easy for everyone. I would highly ;) recommend for any people trying to find a corporate offsite activity read more

I attended the Craft Beer & Cannabis Tour last week, and it was a fantastic experience! I learned so much about cannabis, how cannabis products are made, all of the different methods of delivery, and the cannabis business. Truly fascinating. The craft beer stops were top-notch. We enjoyed excellent beer at craft breweries unique to Sonoma County. Jared was a wonderful host as well. Our transportation was comfortable, and our boxed lunch was outstanding. I highly recommend this tour!! read more

My girlfriend and I had an amazing time on The Sonoma County Experience. The accommodations of the transport, food provided, and locations visited were of the highest caliber. We could not have asked for more out of our day long excursion! read more

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The deal killer was not being able to use our purchased cannibas during the whole tour. I could have just bought some at a dispensary without the tour. The tour is pretty informative, and for that. 2 stars. read more

I had way too much fun on this party bus! Once we got to Vista Point, I knew this would be a special trip. Quiet, intimate, thoughtful wine tastings mixed with some excellent exploration of the valley made this a tour to remember. My favorite part was probably sitting as a big group at the Robledo Winery - lots of wonderful wine, spending quality time with the few experiencers... this is a special tour. I look forward to riding the magic bus again! read more

I am a huge fan of the Sonoma County Experience. The day is perfectly orchestrated, and not one detail is missed - from the super sleek bus; (think limo but much better), to the hand-picked breweries, wineries dispensaries and farms. Come with an appetite - the lunch is insanely delicious, and the bus has all the amenities; music, water, snacks, and it's super comfy with swank leather seating. It truly is an experience, a cool mix of great people, incredible info and stunning places. I highly recommend this innovative and fun as all heck tour for anyone who wants a day to remember. It's kind of a round-trip to paradise as far as I'm concerned. read more

Jared and The Sonoma County Experience were an asset to our private party. From the moment I reached out and the contact leading up to our event, Jared was accommodating, knowledgable, and responsive. Our budtenders, Swami and Nicki, provided our guests with a fantastic experience. The guests learned so much about cannabis and the products they were provided. The event was perfectly orchestrated from the early arrival to the conversations during the event which helped me gauge my guests' interests. This experience was a hit and I am so glad we went with Jared and The Sonoma County Experience! read more

First off...I have never written, or really even considered writing, a Yelp review before, but my experience with The Sonoma County Experience was of such I'm was inspired to do so! My girlfriends and I were looking for something new and exciting to do and we came across this tour; we're so glad we did! We were picked up in Fisherman's Wharf by a beautiful travel bus. It was truly luxurious, rather than the typical worn-down or tacky. It is quite the ideal vehicle for taking the iconic trip over the Golden Gate bridge! Plus, an added bonus, they served (actually) delicious mimosas and a pastry breakfast, as we made our way up into wine country! Our tour consisted of three different wineries & one dispensary, Solful. The wineries were set at varying price points and specialized in different varietals (all were delicious and in beautiful settings), I walked away feeling as if I really experience all the valley had to offer. I, personally, am not a cannabis aficionado (nor even a user, to be honest), BUT the tour guide was so knowledgeable, and it was fascinating to learn about the industry. He shared how the laws have and continue to evolve in California and really delved into the subject with interesting, great detail and professionalism. I learned a ton of educational info about the cannabis industry and truly had a blast doing so! So, from someone who's not into cannabis, this was not at all intimidating, but was a TON of fun! It was an all-around fantastic experience that I would recommend to anyone and all! My thanks, to The Sonoma County Experience!!! read more

What an unforgettable experience! We had a group of 12 joining the wine and cannabis tour for my bday. The bus was super comfortable and luxurious. Our guide Jared was incredibly knowledgeable and patient (thanks Jared!). Each winery had it's own unique character/perks. The dispensary had a beautiful lay out and I learned quite a bit from our host. Overall, an amazing experience!! Definitely recommended! read more

The Sonoma County Experience - Wine Tours Near Me - Santa Rosa, California

This is an awesome tour!! First off, the coach was so nice. New, comfortable, and clean. On the way to Sonoma we first stopped off at Vista Point to take pictures with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background. I knew we were in for a fun day when we got back on the coach and Jared, our tour guide, was pouring us mimosas!! Yessss. On the drive up, Jared took our orders for sandwiches and picked them up while we were wine tasting. They were SO good. Not your typical boxed lunch you'd expect as part of a tour, these are delicious deli sandwiches. We went to a couple wineries and then a dispensary. At each spot we were greeted by gracious, informative hosts who were ready for our arrival. Everything went smoothly and we all had a great time. Even if you're not super into cannabis (like myself), it's still a super fun day. I would highly recommend this tour! read more

Angeline and Jared are amazing hosts with a true love for their area. The cannibus tour was so very interesting, even if you do not partake. I hope to see this company "grow", cannot see how it could not. read more

So. Much. Fun. The Sonoma County Experience introduced me to my first ever wine/cannabis experience and it was a total blast! Everything was excellent - starting from the breakfast mimosas in the bus all the way to the educational information our tour guide Jared shared with us throughout the trip (i.e. why Sonoma is such a special region in the world - you'll have to learn for yourself though!). As a Bay Area local, I was surprised to learn as much as I did about our beautiful Sonoma County. The tour started with a stop at the vista point at the end of Golden Gate Bridge, where we could take pictures of our pretty city. Instagram photos commence! After our vista point stop, we got back into the shuttle to find mimosas waiting for us. It was a perfect way to get relaxed before our first wine stop. (Bonus: The shuttle bus was really luxurious and comfortable, there were snacks on hand at all times, and the beats were jamming.) The first winery stop was Larson, which was a perfect start to the day with an outdoor tasting. The grounds were open and beautiful, and included a bocce ball court. Our host at Larson Winery was super friendly and our tastings ended with chocolate & cabernet. Our second winery stop was Robledo Winery, which had one of the best Sauvignon Blancs I've ever tasted. At the winery, Jared brought us our sandwich orders from the famous Carneros Deli, which made for a perfect break before we moved to the marijuana dispensary. So this is the part of the tour that took me by surprise. I enjoy cannabis, but I mostly only imbibe in social situations. However, our visit to Solful was very educational - mostly helping me realize how little I know about marijuana. The times I have it - some brownie tray at a house party, a friend offering me a smoke, or some vape pen at a social gathering - I realized I have no idea what I taking into my body and its effects on me. At Solful, they do an incredible job walking you through the different ways cannabis can effect you (e.g. psychoactive vs. non-psychoactive) and how cannabis can support your health (e.g. decreasing anxiety, improving sleep, etc.). Needless to say, it was a invaluable part of the tour, but I felt that I could ease into it because it was combined with something I was already very comfortable with - wine. I would say that is what truly distinguishes Sonoma County Experience from any other tour - is that it combines both the wine and cannabis experience (at a very high quality). Our last stop was Dutton Ranch. Very quaint and cute, and a lovely way to round out our trip. We left the day feeling like we were living our best lives, and enjoying all of the pleasures that California has to offer. Note: Since marijuana laws are very recent, there are still a lot of permit processes that are finalizing in the Bay Area. It sounds like in the future, the Sonoma County Experience will be 2 wineries, a cannabis dispensary, and a cannabis farm (rather than 3 wineries + dispensary). I will already be booking my next tour to check out the farm soon. Beer lovers can also book the cannabis + brewery tour, which is another one I'll also have to try with my beer loving friends. read more

We had a wonderful time at the Sonoma County Experience! It was very organized, professional, and extremely fun! We especially loved the farm visit! Juiciest tomatoes I've ever tasted! I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to learn more about what Sonoma has to offer. read more

I absolutely recommend checking out The Sonoma County Experience as it's the most unique wine tour company I've seen in the area. We chose the wine and cannabis package. I don't smoke, but I admit I was curious to see how these dispensaries would take something that is a little taboo and make it fun and classy. I was totally sold. Even if I don't partake, I was really enjoyed learning about the farmers, different brands and benefits of each variety. In addition to stopping by Solful in Sebastopol, we also stopped at three really cool wineries. Each tasting room had a different vibe but all three were incredibly friendly and welcoming. My personal favorite was Larson Winery. I only wish we were there later in the day so we could eat lunch in the outdoor area. The weather was perfect and I didn't want to leave. Overall, I recommend checking out The Sonoma County Experience. It highlights the best of the wine and cannabis industry and maintains that laidback feel that I love about our County. read more

This tour is fantastic not only for tourist but also locals. I have lived in Sonoma County for 34 years and this tour took me to wineries I have never visited and shared unique information about the region. I would recommend grabbing a few friends and booking a tour. read more

I work in the Bay Area tour and travel business and I decided to take this tour as it was something new and interesting. I was not disappointed by the Beer and Cannabis tour, very fun and educational. Jared is very friendly and organized, a local of Sonoma County so he knows the area pretty well. I'm sure in the future he will offer even a better experience, so I might do it again! read more

Jared was a great tour guide and showed us some amazing wineries and a dispensary. The bus was super luxurious, spacious and clean. Went for my friend's birthday and we were a group of 12. Highly recommended! Thanks again Jared! read more

I surprised my husband for our wedding anniversary with this unique tour and I can't thank Jared enough for helping me manage this surprise. He was completely professional, on point and accommodating to my request. As far as the tour it was so unique and informative as well as enjoyable that my husband is still talking about it. Thanks again to The Sonoma County Experience for making this a memorable day. read more

I had such a wonderful time this past Saturday at The Sonoma County Wine Experience. A friend invited my boyfriend and I to enjoy this bus tour with her friends. Our guide, Jarred, was super professional and attentive! I have to say, I was first completely shocked at how nice the bus is. We really enjoyed the high quality transportation and service, along with the food, drinks and snacks that came with the tour. YUM! At first, we were hesitant because my boyfriend and I aren't weed smokers, nor do we have a passion for industry. However, my boyfriend and I ended up being super engaged at the cannabis dispensary portion of the tour as the facility was beautiful and the industry was interesting to learn about- especially now that it's legal in CA! Our friends bought us a fun treat (Cannabis infused Bath Soak) from Solful and we're really excited to try it out! Overall, this was a beautiful experience exploring different breweries and a dispensary. I would definitely recommend taking this opportunity to explore Sonoma County with a big group of friends. Such a good time - I'm sure we'll be back again. read more

By far the best tour I've ever been on. I've been on plenty of wine and beer tours and this one topped all them. Great host, clean ride, and I learned more about the marijuana industry than I could have imagine. The deli sandos at the end were perfect too!! read more

I had a really great time on the The Sonoma County Experience tour! Great wineries, a fantastic farm experience, a very educational visit to a dispensary, all paced well with plenty of time to enjoy each spot. Jared was an exceptional host and took great care of our group the entire time. Highly recommended, would absolutely do this again!! read more

We had a wonderful day. We went to wineries we had never been to before and the dispensaries were informative, professional and the staff was very knowledgable. The shop was beautifully laid out like walking into a boutique. I would highly recommend Jared and this tour. read more

This is such a fun experience! I would definitely recommend this to anyone. The bus was comfortable & clean. Jared the owner is very professional & took great care of us. I already want to go again! read more

Fun and informative tour. I am a Cannabis novice but felt very comfortable. I believe since taking the tour, I learned enough that I could get involved in conversations on the subject now. This is a great learning tour for the cannacurious and the expert alike. Thank you to Jared for his hospitality and knowledge. The local Sonoma craft beer destinations were amazing!!!! read more

My girlfriend and I were looking to get out of the house and experience somthing new . I came across Sonoma County experience online and thought we would give it a try, we dident know what we were going to get outa the experience but we are sure glad we went on this experience. Wine tasting to cannabis , the tour had it all and are host was very knowledgeable on all the questions everyone had on the tour. Very friendly and fun and a all out good experience. I'll be going on another one of these tours in the future and would recommend this experience to anyone. read more

Been on a few brewery tour buses but nothing compares to the Sonoma County Experience tour. My eyes were opened at how fascinating and intricate the marijuana industry is and has become. Every stop on the tour was as educational and as fun as the stop before. You are greeted by Jared with a very refreshing morning beer, nothing too hoppy but just enough to wet your whistle and hold you over until the next stop. While on our way to our first stop Jared gives a brief bio of himself as well as a small bit of info about each location we will be visiting. Aside from the marijuana portion of the tour, which was probably my favorite part due to the lack of knowledge I have in that field, we visited several breweries and what I liked most about this brewery tour was that our tastings were paid for. I've been on several brew bus tours where they have you pay for the tour and pay for any and all kinds of tastings once at the brewery. Once we finished our complementary tasting we are free to purchase merchandise or a beer of our liking. Another PLUS was that lunch was bought and brought to you by Jared. He takes your order and while you enjoy your beer or wine he heads out to pick up lunch, something I've never experienced on other bus tours, GREAT customer service for that. It's safe to say this isn't your ordinary tour and that is what makes it stand out from the rest and a must do in Sonoma County. read more