4-Hour Traverse City Sunset Wine Tour: 3 Wineries on Old Mission Peninsula

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4 hours
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1 - 15 guests
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Discover the enchanting Traverse City Sunset Wine Tour, featuring visits to three renowned wineries on Old Mission Peninsula. Enjoy stunning views, delicious wines, and a magical sunset!

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For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Sit back and enjoy the gentle slopes, winding country roads and Caribbean-like views on a Traverse City Sunset 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. Grapevines 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.


This 4-Hour Sunset Tour features 3 of the highest rated wineries in the state of MI. Great views, award winning wine, and a sunset!


*Wineries are subject to change based on availability*


*Gratuity of 20% for the driver is strongly recommended (Cash Only)*


Tour Start/End Times for Sunday-Friday: 5:30pm-9:30pm

Tour Start/End Times for Saturdays: 4:30pm-8:30pm


What You Get

Premium Limo Style Bus
Local Tour Guide
In-vehicle air conditioning
Air-conditioned vehicle
Alcoholic beverages
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.

Good To Know

  • *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.
  • 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.
  • For Monday-Thursday Sunset Tours, Stops will be: Hawthorne Vineyards, Bonobo Winery, and Old Mission Distilling (In that order)
  • Customers are welcome to pack a lunch for the day, most wineries only offer small appetizers and snacks, no full meals
  • We strongly recommend that you use an Uber/Lyft/Taxi to get to the pick up location, and for your return trip home.

What You’ll Experience

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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! *Tasting flights are about $5 for 5 wines. Small snacks, dips and locally crafted cheeses & spreads are also available for purchase.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
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Chateau Chantal Winery & Tasting Room

Chateau Chantal overlooks rolling vineyards and a breathtaking view of the bay. Located on a 65-acre estate in one of the most scenic areas of the Great Lakes, you can experience the views of East and West Grand Traverse Bays, Power Island, and rolling vineyards. Chateau Chantal focuses on Michigan wines, producing Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, and more.
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free
3

Bonobo Winery

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!
1 hourAdmission Ticket Free

Meeting & Pickup

Meeting Point

Civc Center Hotline, West Civic Center Drive, Grand Traverse County Michigan, United States, US, 49686

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Please navigate to the Grand Traverse County Civic Center in Traverse City, MI and follow the signs to "Tour Bus Parking". This will lead you to the desired parking lot where you'll see signs that state "Magic Shuttle Bus Tour Patron Parking". Bus departs at 5:30pm on Fridays and 4:30pm on Saturdays
End Point

This experience ends at the meeting point.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.

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What People Are Saying
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Todd for the sunset win
June 20, 2025
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The sunset tour was epic. Todd was fun, helpful, great advice and direction and even a great photographer!! :) highly recommend this to everyone and anyone

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Amazing
June 20, 2025
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The absolute best time ever!! Todd was the absolute best ever. I would recommend to absolutely everyone!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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June 20, 2025
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Todd is the man! Very accommodating and the trip was so much fun with a beautiful sunset view at the end. Would definitely recommend to anyone visiting.

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Great time!
June 20, 2025
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Todd was a wonderful guide and the wineries were beautiful with great wine and great views! A great time and would go again!

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So fun!
June 20, 2025
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Views were amazing, group was a riot! So much fun! Would book again with Todd! He made sure we had a great time! Wines were great!

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