• Sonoma Plaza - This tour will take you past numerous wineries, many of which offer tastings. While the tour isn’t officially connected to any winery, the operator will provide their opening times if you’d like to visit. Remember, if you enjoy some tastings, never drink and drive!

Purchase once and enjoy for a whole year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.

The tour covers over 76 miles, includes more than 82 audio stories, and takes approximately 2-4 hours to complete.

• Valley of the Moon - Perhaps trust Mariano Vallejo, the statesman who founded Sonoma. Vallejo believed ‘Sonoma’ meant ‘Valley of the Moon.’ It’s said that indigenous peoples saw the moon moving oddly between the tall, sharp peaks on the valley’s east side. On some nights, the moon appeared to rise seven times as it vanished and reappeared between the mountains!

• London Ranch Road - Visit Jack London’s Ranch or the Benziger Winery via London Ranch Road.

• Benziger Family Winery - The Benziger family relocated to Sonoma in the ‘70s and gained recognition in the ‘90s as they shifted to biodynamic farming.

• Glen Ellen Village Market - Passing through the quaint village of Glen Ellen, imagine how sleepy it must have been in the 1800s!

• Kunde Family Winery - A major attraction here is the volcanic wine caves. Volcanic eruptions sent lava through this area five million years ago, creating large caves ideal for wine storage. The minerals from the eruption enriched the soil, giving Kunde wines a unique flavor!

• Kenwood Vineyards - Up ahead is Kenwood Vineyards, which owns land that was once part of Jack London’s ranch. This vineyard now cultivates grapes on the soil that London once tended.

• Chateau St. Jean Winery - This beautiful chateau dates back to 1920 when two mining and lumber magnates moved from Michigan. They intended to grow grapes for wine, but Prohibition quickly ended that dream. Instead, they grew prunes and walnuts!

• Ledson Winery & Vineyards - Barker Ledson, born to English nobility, longed for the wild West. He worked hard in the Mojave as a railroad surveyor, far from his privileged beginnings. Ledson used his earnings to buy a ranch, eventually transforming it into this vineyard!

• Santa Rosa - This serene community was once home to a peculiar cult. Thomas Lake Harris led the Brotherhood of the New Life in the late 1800s, a religious movement with unusual beliefs. Although a Christian, Harris claimed to communicate with fairies.

• Petrified Forest - A true California gem lies about a mile ahead: The Petrified Forest! Here, you can stroll among ancient, perfectly preserved redwood trees. But how did these massive, rock-hard monuments form?

• Mount Saint Helena - The story of this mountain traces back to the same eruption that created the Petrified Forest! After the eruption, much of the volcanic ash solidified into a rock called welded tuff. Over time, tectonic forces compressed the earth, pushing this rock upward to form Mount Saint Helena!

• Old Faithful Geyser of California - Old Faithful of California is also a bit of a fortune teller. The geyser’s eruptions often slow down in the weeks before an earthquake. So if you see Old Faithful sputtering, prepare for a rumble!

• Chateau Montelena - Just ahead is the Chateau Montelena winery. These winemakers played a starring role in the 1976 Judgment of Paris, the wine competition mentioned earlier. Their Chardonnay won the blind taste test!

• Calistoga - Among the early settlers was a young Mormon leader named Samuel Brannan, who became California’s first millionaire. How did he make his fortune? The Gold Rush, of course!

• Sterling Vineyards - For a winery with a view, look for Sterling Vineyards just ahead. At Sterling, you’ll reach the Hilltop Tasting Room via gondola!

• Clos Pegase Winery & Tasting Room - Visiting Clos Pegase might feel like stepping back into Ancient Rome! The founders held an architectural competition to design their winery. The winning design featured high walls, grand columns, and elegant porticos, offering a mini Mediterranean vacation in Napa Valley!

• Castello di Amorosa - The winery’s founder, Dario Sattui, spent years traveling Europe, sketching intricate blueprints of castles, monasteries, and palaces. Upon returning to California to start his winery, he thought: This could be interesting…

• Charles Krug Winery - To visit the site of Peter’s legendary punch and one of Napa Valley’s most renowned wineries, look for the Charles Krug Winery sign on the left. Turn when you see it and follow the path to the estate.

• Merryvale Vineyards - In the heart of St. Helena, you’ll find Merryvale Vineyards. One of the founding partners was Cesare Mondavi, father of Peter and Robert Mondavi. His sons first learned winemaking right here in St. Helena!

• Louis M. Martini Winery - Louis Martini didn’t just survive Prohibition; he actually began his career during it. Martini cleverly thrived in the wine industry, despite most wine being illegal! How? He realized sacramental wine was one of the few types still legal under Prohibition.

• V. Sattui Winery - The V. Sattui Winery is just ahead on the left. The highlight here is the marketplace, where you can shop for food and wine before enjoying a picnic on the 3-acre property.

• Grgich Hills Estate - If you’re eager for a glass of wine after all that Mondavi drama, look no further than Grgich Hills Estate ahead.

• Round Pond Estate - Pairing wine and food is an art, one that winemakers and sommeliers refine over years. A good pairing can reveal unexpected flavors and complexity, while a poor match can ruin even the finest wine!

• Frog’s Leap Winery - That’s Frog’s Leap Winery coming up on the left! If you’re looking to sample a Sauvignon Blanc on this tour, this is the place! When Frog’s Leap released their first bottle in 1982, the New York Times hailed it as “A Prince of a Wine.”

• Silverado Trail - Today’s paved Silverado Trail follows the path of a significant wagon route from the mid-1800s. Travelers used this trail to journey from Calistoga to the bustling city of San Francisco!

• Mumm Napa - Time to get bubbly! In about half a mile, you’ll see Mumm Napa Winery on the right. They specialize in sparkling wine. What gives wine its sparkle? Winemakers add carbon dioxide to red or white wines, creating a delightful fizz!

• Stags’ Leap Winery - The winery is located on a large estate that once housed a resort, a stopover for Navy sailors, and a rooming home. According to winemaker Robert Brittan, some guests seemed to have overstayed their welcome…

• Napa River - For decades, local authorities mismanaged the Napa River, leading to pollution and the loss of many native species. The absence of beavers was particularly damaging. Scientists call beavers a ‘keystone species,’ meaning they play a crucial role in the ecosystem. Napa needs beavers!

• Trefethen Family Vineyards - In 1886, the Goodman brothers built this winery with a focus on gravity. They crushed grapes on the top floor, then sent them tumbling through a chute to the second floor for fermentation.

• Cuvaison - You might notice a temperature drop as we approach Cuvaison Winery. These winemakers operate one of the most celebrated vineyards in Napa’s Los Carneros region, which can be quite chilly compared to other areas in the valley!

• Easy-to-use app: download Action’s Tour Guide App onto your phone
• Engaging storytelling: Uncover unique tales and thrilling history for a memorable journey!
• Perfect narrator: nothing can beat listening to a great voice. Proven with tons of rave reviews!
• Offline maps: no signal, no problem! Works perfectly without cellular or wifi.
• Comprehensive route and stops: See it all, miss nothing, leave no stone unturned!
• Go at your own pace: Start anytime, pause anywhere, enjoy breaks for snacks and photos freely!
• Learn more: dive deeper into any story you enjoyed with extra stories.
• Hands-free: audio stories play on their own based on your location. Easy to use!

• Attraction passes, entry tickets, or reservations

Explore California’s wine country with this picturesque self-guided driving tour through Sonoma and Napa Valley. As you travel, receive insights on the local wineries, the best times to visit, and recommended tastings. Visit Charles Krug Winery, the birthplace of Napa Valley’s wine industry, and discover the intriguing Mondavi family feud. There’s so much more to experience! Each stop provides unique stories, stunning landscapes, and memorable adventures.

Purchase one tour per vehicle, not per individual. Everyone can listen together!

After booking, check your email or text messages to download the separate Audio Tour Guide App by Action while connected to WiFi or mobile data. Enter the password, download the tour, and enjoy it offline. Follow the audio instructions and route from the specified starting point.

Buy once and use it for a whole year! Perfect for extended stays and return visits over the next 12 months.

• How To Access: After booking, you’ll get an email and text with setup instructions and password (search “audio tour” in emails and texts). • Download the separate tour app by Action • Enter the password sent by email and text. • MUST download the tour while in strong wifi/cellular. • Works offline after download.
• How to start touring: Open Action’s separate audio tour guide app once onsite. • If there is just one tour, launch it. • If multiple tour versions exist, launch the one with your planned starting point and direction.
• Go to the starting point No one will meet you at the start. This tour is self-guided Enter the first story’s point and the audio will begin automatically Follow the audio cues to the next story, which will also play automatically. Enjoy hands-free exploring. If you face audio issues, contact support. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
• Travel worry-free: Use the tour app anytime, on any day, and over multiple days. Start and pause the tour whenever you like, taking breaks and exploring side excursions at your own pace. Skip anything you don’t care about or explore bonus content for everything that interests you
• Savings tips: Driving tours: purchase just one tour for everyone in the car
• Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.
• Audio Setup: Connect your phone to your car’s stereo system using Bluetooth, USB, or AUX. For the best experience, consider using headphones for walking tours. Audio playback is compatible with Apple CarPlay, with navigation features coming soon. Support for Android Auto is also on the way.
• For the best experience, please use an iPhone running iOS 15 or later, an Android device running version 9 or later, or an iPad/tablet with GPS and cellular connectivity, as these are recommended for navigation.

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