Tailored to Groups Ranging from 10 to 30 Guests, Participants will Enjoy a Decadent Lunch, Wine Tasting, Grape Stomping, and More on a Luxury Round-Trip Ride to the Rutherford Winery
May 19, 2025 (Napa, CA) — The Napa Valley Wine Train, a memorable experience that evokes the spirit of luxury rail travel, is pleased to introduce an immersive group activity that harkens back to the Old World traditions of winemaking with the Grape Stomp Group Experience. Exclusively offered in September and October, this unique adventure takes guests on a scenic ride through the world class Napa Valley Wine Country to acclaimed Grgich Hills Estate where an outdoor crush pad with rustic barrels will be set up and ready to put guests to work. Guests will also enjoy a three-course lunch aboard the train, a wine tasting at Grgich Hills, and a two-hour ride through Napa Valley.
In its initial launch as a bookable experience for intimate parties and couples, the Grgich Hills Grape Stomp Experience received enthusiastic reviews, resulting in a demand for larger groups, including business retreats, family reunions, and more.
“Last year’s participants raved about the experience, calling it one of the most joyful and unforgettable ways to connect with Napa’s rich winemaking heritage,” said Nathan Davis, general manager, Napa Valley Wine Train. “From the laughter-filled moments of stomping grapes to the hands-on appreciation of this time-honored tradition, the event was a highlight of the season — an experience that left guests with incredible memories.”
The Grape Stomp Group Experience kicks off at the Napa Valley Wine Train station where guests will depart at 11:30 a.m. and enjoy a gourmet lunch while relishing the stunning vineyard views. The luxury train will arrive at Grgich Hills Estate in Rutherford where they will disembark for a tasting of the winery’s world-class Reserve wines and the quintessential grape stomping experience under the shade of old oak trees overlooking the vineyard and Mayacamas Mountains. This communal affair features six large wine barrels designed to support several enthusiastic stompers making it the perfect activity for team building. After an hour, guests will return to the train to take part in dessert, coffee, and tea service on the ride back to the station where the journey will conclude at 2:30 p.m.
The exclusive Grape Stomp Group Experience will take place in September and October and is available for groups of up to 30 guests with ticket prices starting at $475, and for individuals starting at $495. Must be 21 or older to attend. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit WineTrain.com.
From simplified planning to Valley-inspired fare served onboard, The Napa Valley Wine Train creates bespoke experiences to suit every group’s desires. Parties of up to 350 passengers will enjoy a sensory journey from the moment they board, complete with scenic Valley views and gourmet cuisine. The Napa Valley Wine Train is an exquisite venue for corporate events, incentive travel, as well as intimate Napa Valley receptions, bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, family reunions and other private gatherings.
About the Napa Valley Wine Train
One of the few active historic passenger railroads in the United States, the Napa Valley Wine Train offers an engaging and memorable experience that echoes the glory days of train travel, with fine dining service, multi-course meals cooked to order, Napa Valley scenery and ultimate relaxation aboard exquisitely restored antique rail cars. The Napa Valley Wine Train features vintage Pullman rail cars faithfully restored with Honduran mahogany paneling, brass accents, etched glass partitions and luxurious armchairs that evoke the spirit of luxury rail travel at the beginning of the 20th century.
The Napa Valley Wine Train holds a level 1 Green Key Meetings rating. It has been identified as a destination that has taken first steps to reduce environmental impacts by analyzing its meetings and conference operations and identifying opportunities for improvement. An action plan focusing on resource conservation and waste minimization has been established, and is supported by a firm commitment to continual improvement.
In 2015, Noble House Hotels & Resorts, Ltd. – a collection of luxury hotels and resorts purchased the historic and iconic Napa Valley Wine Train expanding its portfolio to include attractions in the destinations its hotels call home.
About Noble House Hotels & Resorts
The Noble House Hotels & Resorts portfolio is a collection of 29 luxury and upscale hotels, resorts, and experiences across North America—all designed for discerning travelers seeking to escape the daily routine. Noble House can be trusted to unlock the most authentic experiences in the most compelling destinations. This promise is delivered through their carefully curated collection that pairs boutique local charm with consistent high service and comfort standards. All concepts within their collection offer immersive, active adventure experiences that bring out the best of their destinations. Headquartered in Seattle, their family-owned business philosophy creates value for each concept’s community, environment, ownership, staff, and guests. The portfolio includes: over 75 restaurants, bars, and lounges; the Napa Valley Wine Train; a collection of spas, marinas, and private residences throughout the U.S., and Mexico; a range of beachfront resorts from California to Florida; luxury retreats in Jackson Hole, Wyo. and award-winning urban hotels in Seattle and San Francisco. For more information, visit www.noblehousehotels.com or call 877.NOBLE.TRIP.
