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Private Sonoma Hidden Gems Redwoods Coast and Artisan Picnic
Santa Rosa, California, USA
$1,097
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
This private experience blends slow-travel immersion with the personal touch of a local guide who knows the hidden gems of West Sonoma County. Explore ancient redwoods, quiet backroads, a behind-the-scenes artisan cheese tour, a warm bakery stop, and a curated beach picnic featuring locally sourced foods and Russian River Valley wine. Although guests travel in their own car, the day never feels separate—stay connected by speakerphone whenever service allows, creating an easy, relaxed sense of traveling together. With timed reservations, insider stops, rich storytelling, and thoughtful hospitality at every turn, this is a uniquely intimate way to experience the best of Sonoma County beyond the usual tourist trail.
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Private Sonoma Hidden Gems Redwoods Coast and Artisan Picnic
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 6 hours
- Behind-the-scenes artisan cheesemaker tour.
- Guided local cheese tasting during the artisan tour, followed later by handcrafted wood-fired scones, often still warm, enjoyed among the redwoods.
- Chilled, filtered Sonoma County spring water available for guests to refill their reusable bottles throughout the day.
- Private coastal picnic featuring artisan cheeses, fresh wood-fired bread and seasonal accompaniments, thoughtfully served with real glassware and linens.
- Premium small-lot Sonoma County white wine served at the coastal picnic (21+) and reserved premium winery tasting experience.
- Fully private guided experience for your group (up to 8 guests)
- Gratuities for your guide and for winery staff are not included. Tips are always appreciated for exceptional service.
Meeting point
Take the driveway between Taylor Lane Coffee on the left and Pax Winery on the right. Park in the lot behind Pax Winery. Meet on the patio in front of Taylor Lane.
Return details
We'll end with a tasting of wines from various Sonoma County appellations.
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The BarlowCome early and grab a coffee or shop around the eclectic mix of shops and restaurants built in the former Gravenstein Apple Processing plants. Then we'll meet up on the front patio of Taylor Lane Organic Coffee roaster for a brief orientation.
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FreestoneOrganic Bakery & Garden Walk: Explore the peaceful gardens of Freestone while your guide picks up warm, wood-fired bread and fresh scones for the day’s picnic. Enjoy the charm of this tiny West County hamlet and its artisan producers.
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Valley FordTaste delicious artisan cheeses and learn all about them from a 4th generation dairy farmer and cheesemaker in the beautiful countryside of West Sonoma County.
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OccidentalRedwood Forest Walk: Stroll through a quiet grove of ancient redwoods in the Occidental area. This peaceful forest stop offers time to stretch, breathe, and enjoy your freshly baked scone beneath towering trees.
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Scenic Coastal Backroads: Follow your guide along one of Sonoma County’s most breathtaking backroads, winding from forested hills to sweeping ocean views. Frequent stops for photos allow your group to enjoy the changing coastal light.
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Sonoma Coast State BeachPacific Beach Picnic: Enjoy a curated beach picnic with artisan cheese, local bread, fresh fruit, and a bottle of Russian River Valley wine. Your guide sets up everything for a relaxed oceanfront meal on a scenic Sonoma Coast beach.
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Russian River ValleyPremium Winery Tasting – Russian River Valley: Conclude your private day at a boutique winery in the Russian River Valley. Relax with a guided tasting of small-lot wines at one of the region’s premium tasting rooms, chosen to complement the pace and flow of your day.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Private Sonoma Hidden Gems Redwoods Coast and Artisan Picnic
Santa Rosa, California, USA
$1,097
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!