Experience the beauty of Traverse City’s sunset while exploring award-winning wineries on this 4-hour tour. Enjoy great views, delicious wine, and a memorable sunset!
- Bowers Harbor Vineyards - 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!\n*Tasting flights are about $5 for 5 wines. Small snacks, dips and locally crafted cheeses & spreads are also available for purchase.
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- Travel in comfort with our premium limo-style bus.
- Explore with an experienced local tour guide.
- Stay cool with in-vehicle air conditioning.
- Keep drinks icy-cold in our Yeti-style cooler available for customer use.
- 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: $10 with $2 tip for a flight of 3 wines or a glass of wine via reservation.
- 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)
Relax and take in the calming hillsides, picturesque rural paths and island-like vistas during a Sunset Wine Tour in Traverse City. An extensive fleet of vehicles from the Magic Shuttle Bus is at your disposal, ready to transport your group across the Old Mission Peninsula.
The 45th parallel, recognized worldwide as an elite winemaking region, boasts not only renowned vineyards but also Traverse City. The vineyards here bask in the ideal sun exposure for their growth. Mix this with the local micro-climates generated by Grand Traverse Bay, and nutrient-rich soil, you’re left with the perfect playground for producing top-notch wines that compete with centuries-old vintages produced in Europe & California.
This 4-Hour Sunset Tour will take you to 3 of Michigan’s most acclaimed wineries. Expect amazing vistas, top-grade wine, and a stunning sunset!
The wineries we visit can change depending on availability
It is strongly suggested to leave a 20% tip for the chauffeur (Cash Only)
Tour Timing for Sunday-Friday: 5:30pm-9:30pm
Tour Timing for Saturdays: 4:30pm-8:30pm
- Individuals must bring a mask due to Covid-19 to get into establishments
- Wineries are subject to change based on limited availability due to Covid-19
- 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.
- Your driver will request that you make the reservation for Chateau Chantal Vineyard when you get on the bus, but this is not required.
- *DISCLAIMER: Wineries are subject to change based on availability.
- *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
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.