• Traverse City - Pickup and drop off in Traverse City Michigan at Hardy Street Parking Structure 303 E. State Street, east side of the parking structure near the State Street entrance next to Middlecoast Brewery, look for some GMC Yukons.
• Hawthorne Vineyards - Tour guests can buy flights, wine by the glass, bottles or join the wine club during the wine tour.

One of the best vineyards in Traverse City, guest can sip, savor and taste some of the best reds and whites on the peninsula. Red wine drinkers can sample Merlot / Cab Franc blend and for the white drinkers try the Auxerrois or Dry Riesling. Guests can get a popcorn flight and even a charcuterie board. One of the newest up and coming wineries on Old Mission Peninsula.

The Hawthorne Vineyards site is arguably the most secluded Old Mission Peninsula tasting room site. The tasting room is located on a high bluff with views of both East and West Grand Traverse Bays. Our visitors will be seeing nature– no view of traffic, no close neighbors – just vineyard, woods and water.

Guests can see both bays from the tasting room. An outdoor patio area will provide a relaxing environment with stunning bay views and a cozy outdoor fireplace.

• Bowers Harbor Vineyards - Tour guests can buy flights, wine by the glass, bottles or join the wine club during the wine tour.

Bowers Harbor Vineyards stablished in 1991 is one of the original wineries in the area. Initially a horse farm, the estate now boasts 20 acres of vinifera vines. An inviting tasting room is a former horse stable, and a friendly staff will welcome and introduce our tour guests to an extensive selections of top wines by the glass, bottle or by the flight.

Bowers Harbor Vineyards is nicknamed the “dog winery” and guests might see various dogs at the winery.

Bowers Harbor grows Riesling, Chardonnay, Gewurztraminer, Pinot Grigio, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. The real show stopper is the Pinot Secco (bubbly Pinot Grigio) and a Pinot Secco Rose (Magic Mike’s pick).

Guests can order wine flights and head to the patio, fire pit, pavilion, and tables tucked alongside the vines on the property.

• Chateau Chantal Winery & Tasting Room - Tour guests can buy flights, wine by the glass, bottles or join the wine club during the wine tour.

Chateau Chantel sits atop one of the highest points on Old Mission Peninsula and has incredible views of both East and West arms of Grand Traverse Bay.

The big story here is the Ice Wine which is very rare. Our guests can purchase a sample of the Ice Wine that was featured at a White House dinner during former President Obama’s tenure. Guests on our tours can customize wine flights and Chateau Chantel is the only winery on Old Mission Peninsula where our tour guests can purchase a glass of Brandy. Wine lovers can select wines such Dry Riesling, amazing Pinot Blanc, the popular Naughty Red and Chateau Chantel is the only winery on Old Mission Peninsula where our tour guests can purchase a glass of Malbec.

Chateau Chantel is one of the originals in Traverse City Michigan, stellar wine, excellent customer service and the views are unforgettably AMAZING!

• Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery - Our tour guests always LOVE Brys Estates, which is one of Michigan’s Top Ten most popular wineries. Our guests will quickly find out that quite possibly the reason for Brys’ success is one drink- called the Froze’. The Froze’ is a frozen wine drink that is heaven on a hot summer day. Guests can choose various toppers and this drink is the winery best seller. Remember… Froze’ with a Red Topper!

Our tour guests will be able to purchase the only Sauvignon Blanc on Old Mission Peninsula or try the “porch pounder” which is a rare Pinot Noir Riesling blend. Tour guests can also purchase a customizable tasting of various wines and then head to the deck for an amazing photo opportunity.
The lawn bar is open during the summer months which is one of the best locations in Traverse City to sample wines. Snack packs are also available for purchase.
Another popular attraction for our tour guests is the lavender soaps and lotions that are grown by the Brys family and are available for purchase.

• Bonobo Winery - Tour guests can buy flights, wine by the glass, bottles or join the wine club during the wine tour.

A place where guests feel like Movie Stars, with wines you cannot wait to brag about and share…
Bonobo Winery was founded by brothers and longtime Traverse City natives, Todd and Carter Oosterhouse. Stunning views, excellent wines and top notch customer service!

Guests on our tours can sample expert level red wines like the BDX and a top shelf Pinot Noir. White drinkers can sample a bubbly Blanc de Blancs, top notch chardonnays and a Fume Blanc. This is the only winery on Old Mission Peninsula where our tour guests can sample a glass of whiskey! Guests can also get some amazing food options… an expert level charcuterie board, hummus (the amazing food depends on availability and there are other options-menu changes). This winery is one of the most memorable locations on our wine tour- it’s quite an experience.

• Wine Samples/Splashes ARE available on our tour- flights, bottles, food are extra
• Luxury SUV - GMC Yukon/Chevrolet Suburban - coming soon Cadillac Escalade
• Law Enforcement/First Responder/Military friendly - owned/operated by former Law Enforcement
• Local Traverse City Guides - UofM Grads (owner) / MSU, GVSU, EMU Grads (some guides)
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Groups of 6 or more get a free bottle of wine (Gamay, Secco-depending on availability)
• Expert Wine Tour Guides- Wine enthusiasts, Wine Experts
• NON PARTY BUS - semi-private, we combine couples, groups of 6-7 most likely have their own vehicle

• Tired old buses are NOT INCLUDED- Excluded

Avoid the inconvenience of a noisy, disruptive party bus and let us handle the driving! Experience the blend of Yellowstone style with Traverse City Wine Country, featuring breathtaking views, luxurious SUVs, and some of the world’s finest red wines!

Presenting the Official Number 1 Red Wine Tour in Traverse City, Michigan, located on the Old Mission Peninsula!

Plus, there’s no more Magic Shuttle Bus for Magic Mike - Book Magic Mike here!

Enjoy stunning views, no buses, no rush, iconic wineries, exceptional red wine, and 5-star celebrity customer service. This is the ultimate wine tour for red wine enthusiasts! Savor the Cab Franc at Hawthorne, the La Familia and 2896 at Bowers, The Naughty or Nice Red at Chateau Chantal, the renowned Cab Merlot at Brys, and a staff favorite - the Cab Franc, BDX, and the OV Pinot Noir at Bonobo. Perfect for bachelorette, birthday, and anniversary groups… or any occasion - no excuse needed! This tour visits 4 of the wineries on the list of attractions. Sunset Tour groups can also opt for a Distillery visit!

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