NON BUS 4 Winery Traverse City Wine Tour on Old Mission Peninsula
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NO MORE MAGIC SHUTTLE BUS FOR MAGIC MIKE - Book Magic Mike here! Yellowstone Style Meets Traverse City Wine Country in Luxury GMC Yukons (one fancy Suburban)! Skip the hassle of a party bus and leave the driving to us! Stunning views, NO BUSES, NO Rush, Iconic wineries, stellar wines, and 5-star Celebrity customer service! Sip and savor as you sample the wines of 4 spectacular wineries This is the VIP tour with Magic Mike formerly of Magic Shuttle Bus: real wine connoisseurs/wine tour guides. NOT basic transportation to the wineries, this is THE WINE EXPERIENCE with real wine recommendations. NO-ONE knows the tour and wines better than Magic Mike and the expert staff. Tours are flexible, with pickup and drop-off in downtown Traverse City(some locations). Wine Samples ARE included, Tastings, wines, and food are not included in the price of the tour. Other groups may be on the tour - semi-private. We combine groups of couples, groups of 6-7 most likely will have a private GMC Yukon.4 hours to 5 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Wine Samples/Splashes ARE available on our tour- flights, bottles, food are extra
Luxury SUV - GMC Yukon/Chevrolet Suburban - coming soon Cadillac Escalade
NON PARTY BUS - semi private, we combine couples, groups of 6-7 most likely have their own vehicle
Law Enforcement/First Responder/military friendly - owned/operated by former Law Enforcement
Transportation amenities : In-vehicle air conditioning. Air-conditioned vehicle
Local Traverse City Guides - UofM Grads (owner) / MSU Grads (some guides)
Groups over 6 get a complimentary bottle of wine (Gamay, Secco, Gwertz- depends on availability)
Expert Wine Tour Guides- Wine enthusiasts, Wine Experts
Food, flights, bottles, glasses available at extra cost
There will be NO worn out tired old former school buses
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Hawthorne Vineyards
1000 Camino Maria, Traverse City, United States, 49686-9310Tour 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. 50 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Bowers Harbor Vineyards
2896 Bowers Harbor Rd, , Traverse City, United States, 49686-9735Tour 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.
50 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Chateau Chantal Winery & Tasting Room
15900 Rue de Vin, , Traverse City, United States, 49686-9379Tour 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 President Obama's tenue. 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! 50 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Brys Estate Vineyard & Winery
3309 Blue Water Rd, , Traverse City, United States, 49686-8561Our 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 from various toppers and this drink is the winery best seller.
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.55 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Bonobo Winery
12011 Center Rd, Traverse City, United States, 49686-8379Tour 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! Frozen drink lovers can get a frozen lemonade lavender vodka based frozen drink. Guests can also get some amazing pretzel bites, an expert level charcuterie board or fried goat cheese (food depends on availability). This winery is one of the most memorable locations on our wine tour- it's quite an experience. 55 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationGrand Traverse Bay(Pass By)
Center Rd, Traverse City, United States, 49686Grand Traverse Bay is an arm of Lake Michigan. The bay is separated from the rest of Lake Michigan by the Leelanau Peninsula. The bay is some 32 miles long, ranges from 7 to 10 miles wide, and up to 620 feet deep in spots. It is the second-largest bay of Lake Michigan, behind Green Bay.
Grand Traverse Bay earned its name from 18th-century French voyageurs who made "la grande traverse" or a long trek or crossing, across the mouth of bay.
The most famous feature of the Grand Traverse Bay is the division into East and West arms by the Old Mission Peninsula.
During this tour, on the way from Traverse City to Hawthorne Vineyards, our tour guests will see stunning views of the East Bay. Tour guests will be driven right along the shoreline at times. On the drive from Hawthorne to Bowers guests will see views of the West Bay. Tour guests will see views of both East and West Bays during the rest of the tour as well. A very large part of this award winning tour are the views! View LocationOld Mission Peninsula Wine Trail(Pass By)
15900 Rue de Vin, Traverse City, United States, 49686-9379Book and experience what tens of thousands of wine enthusiasts and guests have already fell in love with-Traverse City Wine Country! The famous Old Mission Peninsula Wine Trail is perfect for your next Movie Stars Wine Tour! Make some memories with friends and family during your next vacation or weekend escape!
During our award winning Old Mission Peninsula, guests will be treated to views of such destinations as the beautiful East and West Grand Traverse Bays, Bowers Harbor, The Bowers Harbor Inn, The Boathouse Restaurant, Jolly Pumpkin, Bryant Park just to name a few.
One of the big stories is the microclimate that is created by the surrounding bays which makes this region a great area for producing a wide range of fruits, vegetables AND of course grapes. The East and West bays stay warmer in the fall, which prolongs the growing season. After winter, the bays remain cool in spring, preventing damaging frost allowing the local vineyards to flourish. Learn more on our tour!View LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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East side of the parking structure near the State Street entrance next to Middlecoast BreweryView Location
End point
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East side of the parking structure near the State Street entrance next to Middlecoast BreweryView Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We pickup at or before 10:30AM so we're at the first winery at 11 and we beat the buses. Please let us know where you are staying (which hotel or Airbnb) pickup is subject to traffic conditions, events, construction, weekends we all meet at Hardy Street Parking Structure unless otherwise specified.
- Travelers will be picked up 30 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- Spanish
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in America/Detroit time to receive 100% refund.
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