A Private Rolling Tasting: Traverse City by Ford Transit, 14 Seats

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A Private Rolling Tasting: Traverse City by Ford Transit, 14 Seats

A customizable private tour in a 14‑passenger Ford Transit that links Traverse City’s wineries, breweries and distilleries.

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A Private Rolling Tasting: Traverse City by Ford Transit, 14 Seats.

Duration
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Location
Traverse City
Operator
Traverse City Wine and Beer Tours
Category
Guided Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
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Board a spacious Ford Transit for a private, customizable outing around Traverse City — a vehicle-sized invitation to tastings, celebrations, and corporate outings with room for up to 14 people and all stops planned in advance.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE VEHICLE

Room for the whole crew

The Ford Transit accommodates up to 14 passengers comfortably, making it an easy choice for groups who want one vehicle for everyone and the freedom to design their own route.

THE ON-BOARD RULES

Bring food and drinks — open alcohol is allowed

Guests are welcome to bring coolers, food and alcohol on board; the tour operator notes that open alcohol is permitted on the bus, and recommends bringing I.D.

THE ITINERARY

Custom stops at wineries, breweries and distilleries

Tours are fully customizable for tastings, bachelorettes, sightseeing or corporate events, with the operator arranging appointments at each stop in advance.

What the day feels like

What the day feels like

A private Ford Transit tour in Traverse City moves at the group’s pace: a driver shuttles a single party between pre-arranged tastings and stops, with enough room for coolers, snacks and everyone’s gear. The setup is deliberately flexible — you pick the stops or let the operator lay out a route that fits your occasion.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this fits — and who should consider alternatives.

1
Large groups & partiesIdeal for groups that need one vehicle for up to 14 people; the Transit keeps everyone together without multiple cars.
2
Bachelorette & celebration groupsA strong match: the vehicle is framed as a private party platform and open alcohol is permitted on board, though guests should carry I.D.
3
Corporate outingsGood for corporate teams seeking a private, customizable itinerary where appointments and logistics are handled in advance.
4
Travelers requiring ID or age verificationNoteworthy: alcohol is allowed on the bus, so all guests should have valid I.D. available for tastings and venue requirements.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

What to Bring

You may bring a cooler and food; alcohol is allowed on the bus. Don’t forget your I.D.

Food & Drink

Because many wineries have limited food options, plan to bring snacks or a cooler if you expect to eat between tastings.

On-board items

Coolers and personal provisions are permitted; carry I.D. for anyone consuming alcohol.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How many people can fit in the Transit?

The Ford Transit accommodates up to 14 passengers.

Is alcohol allowed on the bus?

Yes — open alcohol is allowed on the bus; guests should bring I.D. and note that alcohol costs are not covered by the tour price.

How long is the private tour?

All private tours start at four hours; extra time can be added at checkout.

What does the price include?

Pricing for up to 14 passengers ranges from $679–$779; additional hours are available at checkout and a 20% fee will be automatically added which includes driver gratuity. The tour price does not cover alcohol costs.

Can I bring food or a cooler?

Yes — you may bring a cooler and anything to eat; operators note that there are not many food options at wineries, so plan accordingly.

Are discounts available?

Discounts apply to most Sunday through Thursday bookings.