The Original Napa Valley Wine Trolley Classic Tour

Experience the authentic charm of Napa Valley on a wine tasting adventure aboard a hand-built replica of a San Francisco Cable Car. Explore vineyard-dotted hills, visit wineries, and learn about Napa’s history and wine from a knowledgeable guide. Must be 21+.

Duration: 6 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Oxbow Public Market - You’ll be picked up at Napa’s Oxbow Market in the late morning for a 6-hour tour on the Napa Valley Wine Trolley, an open-air vehicle modeled after a historic 1890s San Francisco cable car. Enjoy the wind in your air as you take in the beautiful sights and smells of Napa wine country. Your friendly, knowledgeable guide will keep you entertained with commentary and stories about Napa’s history and wine culture.
What's Included
  • Reservations at each winery
  • Lunch included
  • Transportation on the Original San Francisco Cable Car Wine Trolley
  • Guided Tour of the Napa Valley
What's Not Included
  • Pick-up from San Francisco is NOT included
  • Gratuities
  • Wine-tasting fees at each winery. Joining the wine club waives fee.
Additional Information

Embark on the ‘original’ wine tasting expedition on a cable car through the stunning Napa Valley. Step on our meticulously crafted replicas of San Francisco’s iconic Cable Cars! Each aspect, from the fully wooden carriage to the substantial brass bell, has been authentically replicated from the original designs. This wine trolley tour through Napa Valley will offer a unique and unforgettable experience. Relish the continuous, unimpeded views of hills dotted with vineyards on this exclusive wine-tasting journey. Visit three or four winery or tasting lounges and gain insights into the history and wine of Napa from your friendly and well-informed guide. A meal is included and will be served at one of the stops, either surrounded by vineyards or inside a cave. The winery stops change from time to time.

Participants must be 21 years or older to go on this tour.

  • Your pick up is at Oxbow Market and the Trolley Departs at 10:00 do not be late.
  • Jackets and rain protection are recommended in the winter months
  • Minimum age is 21 years
  • No consumption of alcoholic beverages is allowed while riding the trolley
  • You MUST advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Napa Valley Wine Trolley operates “Rain or Shine” year-round. However, if there is a chance of rain, high winds, or unforeseen mechanical problems, we may have to substitute the trolley for a mini-bus. Napa Valley Wine Trolley reserved the right to substitute or change wineries at any time.
  • Operates in all weather conditions; please dress appropriately
  • Please be advised that stops change by the day, so please check our website for the most updated list of wineries we’ll visit.
Location
Oxbow Public Market
1st Street
Our San Francisco Cable Car Trolley will arrive around 10:00 AM across the street from the Oxbow Public Market at 610 1st St, Napa in the south parking lot. Pick up is at 10:00 am and the Trolley will depart at 10:00 sharp. Parking is available in the south lot.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Carroll_w
Aug 1, 2024
Enjoyed the overall trip - Very informative by our trolley guide Michael and the Rutherford Ranch Winery. Could have been 3 stops instead of 4. A little long 6.5 hours
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Ruth_y
Jul 26, 2024
Excellent guide and tour. - Our guide, Richard, was a highlight, with his knowledge and history. We enjoyed the open air trolley. The vineyards were all beautiful, and we enjoyed the wines, learning about the differences in how they are made. Lunch at The Marketplace was over the top excellent!
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Cindy_m
Jul 26, 2024
Great! - Great trip! Lunch was amazing! Lots of interesting information about Napa! Met lots of wonderful people too.
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James_b
Jul 16, 2024
Fun Fun Fun - Richard is a fantastic guide. Very informative. The wineries were very good and accommodating. We really enjoyed ourselves.
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Don_s
Jul 16, 2024
Would 100 per cent recommend this tour. One of the best we been in. - The wine tour was excellent. We enjoyed it so much, great experience and Rick the driver was awesome!!!
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E8800wzjasminm
Jul 14, 2024
Wonderful, Phenomenal, Amazing! - This tour was lovely! I was a bit skeptical at first due to mixed reviews, but as the day went on it got better and better. The first stop on our tour was nice (it ran from 10 am-4:30 pm), and we got to see and learn a bit about where the wine we were drinking in that moment came from. Tasting fees are waived if you decide to buy 2-3 bottles of wine at each spot, which means you will pay more than the tasting fee itself but get to take home some delicious wine. I will say, some is worth it while others are not. I am glad I did not rush to buy wine at the beginning of the day as my favorite spots ended up being the last two (which also had the more affordable bottles of wine). Lunch was lovely and divided among tables, but there was definitely enough for everyone and we were even asked if we would like an extra pizza for our table. Food served at lunch was: a starter salad (vegetarian), some delightful pasta (vegetarian), 3 pizzas (2 of the 3 were vegetarian), and gelato at the end. I appreciated that the food was not just meat and that there were options for all given the fact that my mother and I do not eat red meat. If you are a meat eater, fear not, for every single item served was delicious and paired well with the wines served at lunch. These people know what they're doing! Anyone would enjoy the food, but if you have any allergies/dietary restrictions let them know beforehand. We did 4 tastings total, and everyone was kind and personable at each destination. I never felt rushed and I always felt welcome. The wine was delicious and we had so much fun, but when I look back on this experience I will also remember how lovely and informative our tour guide, Richard was. He was knowledgeable, considerate, and helpful. There were also waters in the back of the trolley in an ice chest for everyone. The trolley was prompt to leave at 10 am, and ran on time to each spot which was nice. I tend to be an anxious over thinker and planner when it comes to things like this, but I felt at ease the entire time because of how well thought out this experience is. It is also great value and you get a lot for your money. Loved this so much and I have already recommended it to so many friends :) P.s., your hair will fly around on the trolley due to wind so bring a hair tie or a hat!
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Jilliann_c
Jul 12, 2024
Worth Your Day - The trolley is so charming driving around Napa Valley. Dennis, our driver, was kind and a wonderful safe driver. He brought us to 3 wineries plus lunch (winery!) The food was delicious; however, not enough to fill you up. So, make sure you eat a big breakfast! The experience is off the charts. I'll have wonderful memories of the experience forever!
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Virginia_s
Aug 1, 2024
Perfect day! - The trolley ride through wine country & walking through vineyards were our favorite parts. We enjoyed exploring & seeing a taste of what we want to come back & see,
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Csc1973
Jul 21, 2024
A little long, but interesting - If you go in summer dress very comfortably and get ready to sweat and drink lots of water (there are water bottles in the trolley) They will take you to 3-4 vineyards, some better than others and in one you will have lunch Wine tasting costs separately and logically if you want to buy bottles of wine in the vineyards because you will pay that cost as well as tasting directly to the vineyard I confess that when I returned to the "market" in Napa -where you park your car-, I was tired and suffocated enough of the tour....
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Mark1336
Jul 29, 2024
Not enough selection - Host was friendly and knowledgeable. Unfortunately each of the 4 stops were quite repetitive and mainly offered heavy red wines only. Had I known this before hand I would not have booked as I assumed there would be a varied mix of wines to try. Also being informed of taster fees prior would be helpful as we would not find out the fee until we arrived there.
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