How to Book Transportation for Traverse City’s Uncorked Wine Celebration

The Traverse City Brew Bus is a tour option for locals and visitors enjoying the Uncorked wine celebration. TC Brew Bus

TRAVERSE CITY, MI – Traverse City’s special Uncorked promotion celebrating all things wine and vineyards is still going strong through the entire month of May.

And while locals and visitors alike have been driving to the wineries and tasting rooms on Old Mission and the Leelanau peninsulas to take advantage of all the deals this month, tourism officials want to remind everyone that tour buses and shuttles are also available for those who want to enjoy the special savings without getting behind the wheel.

The book-ahead tour option is a nice perk for those who don’t have a designated driver in their group or just want to leave the driving to someone else. For the extra adventurous, you can even book a bike tour and access some of the participating spots that are near the Traverse Wine Coast’s beautiful bike trails and country roads.

Participating Tour Operators include:

Brew Bus: “The Brew Bus specializes in Traverse City beer and wine tours. We offer private and join-in tours seven days a week year-round.”

The Magic Shuttle Bus: “The Magic Shuttle Bus is a Traverse City based chauffeur/party bus service specializing in wine tours, weddings, brewery tours, bachelor(ette) parties, business outings, birthdays, and more. … With buses that range from 12 to 40 passengers, we can accommodate most any size group for most any occasion. All our vehicles are equipped with custom seating, full audio systems, LED lighting, custom floors, as well as a resourceful driver.”

Wonderland Tours and Transportation: “Offering Northern Michigan’s finest wine tasting and scenic destination experience.”

Grand Traverse Bike Tours: “Join a guided group or follow along our self-guided tours.”

JJ’s Just One More Northern Michigan Tour: “JJs provides transportation and tours throughout Michigan.”

The Upper Deck’s overlook platform puts guests right above the vines at Brys Estate Vineyard and Winery. Photo provided by Brys.

Ready to try Uncorked this month? Find details on getting the free Traverse City Uncorked mobile passporton the website here. Here’s the easy 3-step process to join:

Step 1: Get Your Pass: “This mobile exclusive passport is a collection of curated locations offering the best of Traverse City’s wine scene.”

Step 2: Receive Your Text: “Your passport will be instantly delivered to your phone via text and email and is ready to use immediately. There is no app to download. Your pass can be saved to your phone’s home screen for easy one-tap access.”

Step 3: Check In and Win Prizes: “When visiting a participating location, simply use your phone to check-in and earn points toward exclusive prizes.”

People who participate in Traverse City Uncorked will find deals and special savings at more than 30 wineries and cideries in the Traverse Wine Coast area. This includes vineyards on Old Mission Peninsula and the Leelanau Peninsula.

Some highlights of the Uncorked deals include:

Amoritas Vineyards: 50% off a wine flight

Chateau Chantal: 10% off bottles of wine, 30% off a glass or flight of wine

Laurentide Winery: 15% off bottles of regularly-priced wines

Left Foot Charley: 20% off flights, glasses of wine and bottles

You can see all the participating spots and deals on the website here.

Check In and Win Prizes

Once the digital passport is on your phone, you can check in at five wineries or cideries to score your first prize: A fun pair of Traverse City Uncorked socks. Pickup is available at the Traverse City Visitor Center while supplies last.

Want to stay in Traverse City while using the passport? Guests who book into one of these lodging spots will be entered to win a wine-themed getaway. The winner will be selected in June.

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