Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass

The Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass is a credit card sized smartcard that you carry which comes loaded with admission to many of Wine Country's most popular vineyards and attractions. The Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass is activated the first time you use it and you can visit as many attractions as you like for 2 consecutive calendar days.

Use your pass for admission to any of the following wine tastings, museum admissions, and cultural visits: Clos Pegase Winery, Franciscan, Charles M. Schulz Museum, Napa Valley Museum and much more.

Choose the attractions that appeal to you the most or visit them all. You also get exclusive offers on shopping and wine shipping, adding to your savings.

Note: You must be 21 years of age to participate in wine tastings.

The Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass has something for everyone. Enjoy & save on museum admissions, cultural visits and wine tastings! Plus, value added savings on wine purchases and shipping at select locations along with VIP passport savings at premium outlets.

SAMPLE ITINERARIES - Wine Country Explorer Pass - Only $48.95*

Note: While all ages are welcome at the wineries, you must be 21 years of age to participate in a wine tasting. The Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass offers you included admission to any of the attractions and wine tastings below:

WINE TASTINGS & EXPERIENCES IN NAPA VALLEY

Taste Napa Downtown
Wine lovers can taste incredible boutique, limited production, and hard-to-find wines from Napa Valley.
Participating Wine Tasting Rooms are: Bounty Hunter Rare Wine & Provisions Bar, JV Wine & Spirit, Napa General Store, Napa Wine Merchants, Robert Craig Wine Cellars, Stave Wine Lounge, Rocca Family Vineyards, Vintner's Collective, Wineries of Napa Valley, Ceja Vineyards, Mason Cellars, Stonehedge, TASTE at Oxbow and X Winery.
-Napa Valley Emporium
--Monday to Saturday; 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
--Closed: Sundays, July 4, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day
-Napa General Store
--Daily; 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
--Closed: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day

Goosecross Cellars (Wine Tasting)
Sample one of the dozen wines produced by this friendly, unpretentious family winery.
--Daily; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
--Closed: Easter, 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
Attraction Note: Reservations are appreciated but not required.

Clos Pegase Winery (Wine Tasting)
This unique winery exists at the intersection of fine wine and fine art. Visit their beautifully adorned tasting room for a truly enjoyable experience. Wine tasting tour included.
--Daily; 10:30 am to 5:00 pm
--Closed: May be closed major U.S. holidays.
Attraction Note: Free tours are offered daily at 11:30 am and 2:00 pm - no reservations are needed. Some exclusions apply to quantity discounts.

Franciscan Oakville Estates (Wine Tasting)
It's all in the blend at this winery that reflects the spirit of Napa's Oakville district.
--Daily; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
--Closed: May be closed major U.S. holidays.

Napa Valley Museum
Dedicated to the culture and environmental heritage of Napa Valley, the museum features the area's only interactive wine exhibit.
--Wednesday to Monday; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
--Closed: Tuesdays. May be closed major U.S. holidays.

EXCLUSIVE DEALS AND SAVINGS IN NAPA VALLEY

VIP Coupon Book - Napa Premium Outlets
Napa Premium Outlets boasts 50 outlet stores with everyday savings of 25%-65% at such stores as Ann Taylor Factory Store, Barney's New York Outlet, Cole Haan, Ellen Tracy, J. Crew, Jones New York, Kenneth Cole, Liz Claiborne, Timberland, and many more.

10% Savings at Franciscan Oakville Estates
10% savings on all wine and retail shop purchases - It's all in the blend at this winery that reflects the spirit of Napa's Oakville district.

10% Savings at Goosecross Cellars
10% savings on wine purchases, PLUS up to $40 free shipping on cases - Goosecross offers excellent customer service, 12 different wines, and Goosecross can ship wine legally to you in most states!

Free Dessert at Napa General Store
With purchase of entree. Only one dessert per table. Offer valid from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

WINE TASTINGS & EXPERIENCES IN SONOMA

Charles M. Schulz Museum
Charles M. Schultz is surely one of America's most beloved artists, and all the charm of his creations is on display at this fantastic museum.
--Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday; 12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
--Saturday and Sunday; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
--Closed: Tuesdays, New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Fourth of July, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve Day, and Christmas Day. All holidays are subject to change without notice.

Sonoma Enoteca (Wine Tasting)
NEW Wine tasting room - twelve of California's best boutique winemakers have joined together to sell their collections of wines in a spacious Mediterranean style tasting room surrounded with fine furnishings and wine accessories.
--Thursday to Monday; 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
--Wednesday; 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm
--Closed: Tuesdays. May be closed major U.S. holidiays.
Attraction Note: Wine tasting includes up to six wines.

Simi Winery (Wine Tasting)
Sonoma Country tradition meets winemaking innovation in Simi's historic stone cellar.
--Daily; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
--Closed: May be closed major U.S. holidays.
Attraction Note: There are winery tours daily at 11:00 am and 2:00 pm for an additional charge.

Blackstone Winery (Wine Tasting)
Blackstone Winery was founded in 1990 with the goal of producing approachable, full-bodied, well-balanced wines. We believe in good friends, good food and juicy conversations-and our wines are the ideal complement.
--Daily; 10:00 am to 4:30 pm
--Closed: Easter, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. All holidays are subject to change without notice.

Cornerstone Architectural Gardens
Established in 2004, Cornerstone Architectural Gardens showcases some of the finest and freshest architectural landscapes and retailers in Northern California.
-December 11 through March 17
--Daily; 10:00 am to 4:00 pm
-March 18 through December 10
--Daily; 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
--Closed: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Day. All holidays are subject to change without notice.
Attraction Note: Proceed to the Blue Tree Cafe front counter and show your Go San Francisco Card for entrance.

EXCLUSIVE DEALS AND SAVINGS IN SONOMA

VIP Coupon Book - Petaluma Premium Outlets
Complimentary VIP Coupon Book featuring hundreds of dollars of savings on premium brands like Banana Republic, Gap, Nike, Tommy Hilfiger, and many more! - The weather can be pretty fickle and crazy in the Bay Area. If you find yourself in sudden need of a wardrobe change, swing by Petaluma Village Premium Outlets for brand names at everyday savings of 25%-65%. You'll find designer and brand names from Banana Republic, Brooks Brothers, Gap, Nike Factory Store, Tommy Hilfiger, and many more.

10% Savings at Simi Winery
10% savings on all wine purchases - The friendly staff will guide you on a tasting of Simi's selections of Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, as well as single vineyard and exclusive wines only available at the winery.

10% Savings at Sonoma Enoteca
10% savings on full-case purchases & 15% savings on "GOT WINE?" Sonoma, CA t-shirts - This is a terrific launch pad to get your start in discovering the beautiful wine country. Sonoma Enoteca is proud to ship cases to you wherever you live in the USA!

35% Savings at Sonoma Spa on the Plaza*
Body mud treatment for 2 only $108 (regular retail $158) and 10% savings on all other spa treatments - Escape to a luxurious experience of relaxation and pampering at Sonoma Spa, an oasis of tranquility on the historic Sonoma Plaza. *Please Note: Not valid on Saturdays

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is a Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass?
A: A Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass is a multi-attraction pass providing you with access to many of the Wine Country's top wineries, tastings and museums. You get to create your own experience, tailoring your activities based on what you like to do.

Q: What's the catch? How can all this be offered at such an affordable price?
A: There is no catch! Because a very large number of visitors are brought to each of the attraction partners, the partners provide great pricing on each admission, allowing the savings to be passed on to you when using a Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass.

Q: How does the Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass work?
A: All you have to do is exchange your E-Ticket for your Pass at one of two convenient locations in Napa (specified on your E-Ticket). Then, present your Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass at a participating attraction and your admission is included. The Pass is activated the first time you use it and you can visit as many attractions as you like for 2 consecutive calendar days.

Q: If I'm traveling with a friend, can we use the same card? A: No, the Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass is only valid for one person. If you would like to share your Wine Country Experience with a friend, you will each need to have your own Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass.

Q: Do kids need to have a Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass?
A: Napa & Sonoma Explorer Passes are not available for children. You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase the card because wine tastings are restricted to adults.

Q: How many attractions can I visit in one day?
A: You may visit as many attractions as you like in one day, but you are limited to visiting each attraction only once per day.

Q: Is it a ride or a guided tour?
A: No, the Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass is more like a ticket to be used to go to wine tastings and to visit Napa & Sonoma Valley museums by paying one low price. You supply your own transportation.

Q: Does my pass expire?
A: Your first attraction visit must occur within one year following the calendar year in which your card is purchased. For example: cards purchased in 2008 will expire on December 31, 2009 if not activated prior to that date.

Q: How do I know which attractions to visit?
A: With your Pass, you will receive a Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass Guide. This guide is your resource for creating your own tailor-made experience and includes attraction descriptions, hours of operation, directions and much more! A list of the attractions included and special benefits associated with the Pass is noted above.

Q: How do I get a value out of a Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass?
A: We recognize when traveling that value, choice, and flexibility are important. You'll be able to maximize your value and fun by reviewing the included attractions in your guide, or by studying the list of Pass benefits above. Start planning your Napa & Sonoma Explorer Pass adventure today!

IMPORTANT NOTE:

Card is valid for two consecutive calendar days. Card is activated with your first attraction visit. Present your card at each attractions for admission/tasting. Attraction admission are only valid during the time the card is active. The card must be activated before December 31, 2009. Attractions subject to change after March 31, 2009.

Napa & Sonoma Explorer Passes are not available for children. You must be 21 years of age or older to purchase the card. Card rates are per person. Transportation to attractions or to redemption locations is NOT included. Blackout dates vary by attraction. Please reserve online, or call us toll-free at 888-881-3309.