5 Hour Traverse City Wine Tour: 4 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula

TOURS DEPART AT 12PM SUNDAY-FRIDAY & 11AM ON SATURDAY

Sit back and enjoy the gentle slopes, winding country roads and Caribbean-like views on a Traverse City Wine Tour. The Magic Shuttle Bus is a chauffeur service with an entire fleet ready to take your group around Old Mission Peninsula.

The 45th parallel, is home to the worlds most famous wine-making regions AND Traverse City. Grape vines planted in the region enjoy the perfect amount of sunlight for optimal growth. When coupled with micro-climates created by Grand Traverse Bay, and fertile soil, this sets the perfect stage for delicious award-winning wines that rival centuries old grapes produced in Europe & California.

*DISCLAIMER: While most of our tours are full; If we have only 4 or fewer guests booked for a tour, we will change to a 4 hour tour and skip the last Winery/Vineyard.

DISCLAIMER: Wineries are subject to change based on availability.

*GRATUITY of 15%-20% for the driver is strongly recommended

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Mari Vineyards, 8175 Center Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686-1669

Mari Vineyards uses cutting-edge techniques to craft its traditional Italian style red and white wines. The winery features a 3,000 square foot cave buried more than 10 feet underground – the first wine cave of this scale and depth in Northern Michigan. This unique environment keeps the wines at an ideal 55 degrees. At ground level, the winery features a spacious tasting room and outdoor patio.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bowers Harbor Vineyards, 2896 Bowers Harbor Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686-9735

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!
*Tasting flights are about $5 for 5 wines. Small snacks, dips and locally crafted cheeses & spreads are also available for purchase.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery, 3309 Blue Water Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686-8561

In 2004 with only 10,000 grape vines, Brys Estate yielded its first successful harvest. Now, the 91-acre estate is home to over 40,000 vines their varietals include: Merlot, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, Riesling, Pinot Blanc, and Gewürztraminer. Soak in beautiful East Bay views while enjoying world-class wines.
*Tasting flights are about $8 for 5 wines and a souvenir glass. A 5-Item Cheese & Charcuterie Board is also available for purchase at the winery.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bonobo Winery, 12011 Center Rd, Traverse City, MI 49686-8379

Bonobo offers world-class wines, breathtaking views, and a business model that keeps with traditions of the region. Their 19 acres give rise to the following varietals: Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Franc. Even with a limited selection, Bonobo wines (and ciders) are sure to shine in overall quality.
*Tasting flights are about $10 for 6 wines. They also offer the largest selection of snacks for purchase.

Duration: 1 hour