Tours

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Our Tours

At Roadrunner Tours, we offer more than just a ride—we offer experiences. Whether you’re looking for a day filled with tastings, a relaxed evening out, or a chance to enjoy Northern Michigan’s orchards and countryside, we’ve got a tour for you.

Wine Tours

Hop on one of our wine tours and explore Northern Michigan’s best wineries, cideries, and breweries. With themed options like Wine Wine Baby or Mix It Up, plus our Build Your Own Tour, you can craft the perfect tasting adventure for your group.

Tasting Rooms

Shorts Brewery
Torch Lake Cellars
Mammoth Distilling
Vista Ridge Vineyard
Water Fire Vineyard
Ethanology
Royal Farms Winery
TownLine Cider Works
Hello Vino
Torch Lake Beer Company
and more!

Dinner Tours

Skip the hassle of driving and make your night out easy with one of our dinner tours. We’ll get your group to the restaurants you’ve been wanting to try—whether that’s a night in Bellaire or a trip into Traverse City—so you can enjoy great food and good company without worrying about transportation.

The Blue Pelican/ Pelicans Nest
Dockside
Blue Water Bistro
Torch Lake Cafe
Torch Riviera
Sarducci’s Creekside

Orchard Tours

Northern Michigan isn’t just about wine—it’s also home to some of the most beautiful orchards and farm stops around. Our orchard tours let you experience fresh fruit, local products, and the scenic side of the region. Perfect for families, fall outings, or groups wanting something different than the typical tasting tour.

Kalchik Farms
King Orchards
Rocky Top Farms
Shooks Farms
and more!

TOUR PACKAGES

Livin’ Like a Local Package:
Experience Torch Lake the way the locals do with our most popular tour! Start your adventure at Torch Lake Cellars and Cellar 1914, two beautiful wineries known for their scenic vineyard views and welcoming tasting rooms. Savor wines that capture the spirit of Northern Michigan, from crisp whites to bold reds. Then, round out the day with a stop at Mammoth Distillery, where you’ll enjoy a hand-crafted cocktail in a warm, inviting atmosphere. With incredible views, flavorful pours, and plenty of small-town charm, this package is a true taste of life “Up North.”

Wine Wine Baby (…and a Cider Maybe?)
If wine is your go-to—but you don’t mind a little variety—this tour was made for you. Visit Vista Ridge Vineyards, Torch Lake Cellars, and Cellar 1914 for a tasting journey full of unique pours. From boutique wines crafted with care to refreshing ciders that balance sweetness with crisp finish, each stop offers a flavor profile that tells its own story. Whether you’re swirling a glass of red or sipping a cider with friends, this package is perfect for those who like their tasting rooms with a little extra personality.

Mix It Up
Traveling with a group that can’t decide between wine, cocktails, or beer? No worries—we’ve got you covered. The Mix It Up Tour features something for everyone, starting at Torch Lake Cellars for stunning views and signature wines, followed by Mammoth Distillery for creative cocktails, and finishing at Biers Brewery, where you can kick back with a cold beer and enjoy a laid-back atmosphere. With a little bit of everything, this package is perfect for groups that love variety as much as they love great drinks.

BYOT! (Build Your Own Tour)
Want to design your own perfect day? With our Build Your Own Tour package, the choice is entirely yours. Pick from our list of breweries, wineries, distilleries, cideries, and meaderies—or suggest your own must-visit stop—and we’ll help you create a customized itinerary that works smoothly with travel time between locations. Whether you’re looking to explore your favorites or discover hidden gems, this package gives you the freedom to craft a tour that matches your group’s tastes. Simply send us your ideas or email over an itinerary, and we’ll work with you to make it happen.

Experience the Torch Lake Tour

Torch Lake Tour is Northern Michigan’s signature trail for exploring the best in craft beverages. This one-of-a-kind journey invites you to sip your way through a vibrant mix of local flavors—whether it’s the bold creativity of small-batch breweries, the crisp refreshment of farm-fresh cideries, the smooth character of grain-to-glass distilleries, the honey-kissed charm of meaderies, or the refined elegance of boutique wineries. Each stop offers its own unique experience, all while surrounding you with the breathtaking beauty of Torch Lake. Known for its sparkling turquoise waters and welcoming atmosphere, Torch Lake provides the perfect backdrop for an unforgettable adventure of tastings, tours, and good company.

Whatever kind of tour you’re planning, our buses seat up to 14 passengers and keep the focus on fun, not logistics.