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Signature

Russian River Grand Touring

Location

Santa Rosa

Vehicle

Mercedes S550

Trip Length

5-6 hours

Stops

4

Cost Range

$75-$250 per person

Hotel Range

$150-$300/night

Suggested Schedule

8:00 AM - Depart Hotel La Rose via River Road toward Westside Road 8:50 AM - Scenic rolling shots and pull-off filming along Westside Road Vineyard Corridor 9:30 AM - Arrive at Bacchus Landing for walk-in tasting and coffee break 11:15 AM - Depart Bacchus Landing for vineyard corridor driving sequences 11:30 AM - Arrive at Armida Winery for terrace tasting and midday filming 1:00 PM - Depart Armida Winery toward River Road redwood corridor 1:45 PM - Arrive at Korbel Winery for sparkling tasting and property walk 3:00 PM - Return toward Santa Rosa through River Road canopy sections 4:00 PM - Sunset rolling shots on vineyard backroads near Fulton Road

The Stops

Stop 1 — Core

Bacchus Landing

$25-$45 per person tasting depending on winery selection

A compact collection of modern tasting rooms positioned along a vineyard lane north of Healdsburg. The property combines contemporary architecture with open-air gathering spaces that feel active without becoming crowded.

Hours: Typically 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM [VERIFY]

Insider Tip

Arrive before late morning crowds for cleaner vehicle shots in the main courtyard.

Stop 2 — Core

Armida Winery

$35-$50 per person

A hillside winery positioned above Westside Road with broad vineyard views and a relaxed tasting terrace overlooking the valley floor.

Hours: Typically 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM [VERIFY]

Insider Tip

Midday light creates layered vineyard textures from the terrace facing west.

Stop 3 — Optional

Korbel Winery

$25-$40 per person

Historic sparkling wine estate tucked into the Russian River corridor where vineyard roads transition into redwood forest.

Hours: Typically 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM [VERIFY]

Insider Tip

Film the property later in the afternoon when sunlight cuts through the redwoods behind the main building.

Stop 4 — Quick

Westside Road Vineyard Corridor

Free

A dedicated driving and filming corridor threading through vineyard estates, oak canopies, and low rolling hills west of Healdsburg.

Hours: Open public roadway

Insider Tip

Early morning delivers the cleanest light and lowest traffic for rolling shots.

Cost Breakdown

Tastings & Experiences Bacchus Landing $25-$45pp | Armida Winery $35-$50pp | Korbel Winery $25-$40pp
Dining Light lunch/snacks and wine pairings $60-$120 total
Hotel Hotel La Rose $185-$260/night
Miscellaneous Fuel and parking $20-$40
Tier budget $420-$680

Where to Stay

Featured Hotel

Hotel La Rose

$185-$260/night

Alternative

The Sandman Hotel

$220-$300/night

Best Value

Hotel E

$160-$220/night

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Pro Tips

Best Time to Visit

Late spring through early fall for dry pavement, vineyard color contrast, and extended golden hour.

Reservations

Bacchus Landing is walk-in friendly, but Armida Winery reservations are recommended on weekends.

Parking

Flat paved parking suitable for low vehicles.

Hidden Spots

The vineyard bends near Wohler Bridge provide some of the strongest rolling-car compositions on the route.

Roads on This Route

Avoid starting after 10:00 AM on weekends to reduce traffic on Westside Road and River Road.

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