Testimonials
EXCELLENTTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. To get the most out of a visit to Napa a knowledgeable guide makes all the difference. Jan is that person. His extensive background in the industry and his enthusiasm for wine shows…and combined with his outgoing personality means a day or several with him as your guide will elevate your visit to a whole new level. He knows so many people through the valley and makes friends easily. He will curate your visit according to your tastes- not simply what is available- so you will enjoy a total wine experience that is beyond compare. We have enjoyed several trips with him as our guide and have been blessed to meet some incredible people and taste some extraordinary wines. From special tasting meals to visits with out of the way small but superb producers Jan has introduced us to THE Napa experience. He is a fantastic ambassador for Napa. Every time we leave we begin thoughts for another trip and he exceeds the experience each time!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It’s difficult to find the correct words to express our experiences with Jan and Zen Wine Tours. Wonderful, great, fun, educational and memorable are just a few but the only way to find the words is to actually experience a tour for yourself. We met Jan almost 10 years ago at one of the first wineries we visited in Napa. Since then, we have not only become great friends, we feel like we are visiting family on every trip to wine country. We can’t wait for the next visit!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you Jan…from Zen Wine Tours…for planning and hosting our recent trip to Napa! You always make our visits so much fun, and your attention to details and knowing exactly what wine experience we would love is second to none! We are so happy to have met you 10 years ago and so grateful that our business relationship has now turned into a real friendship ❤️ You always say “ Good morning Sunshine” when you see us…Just know…. You are our sunshine when we are in the Napa Valley❤️❤️❤️ Don’t hesitate to use Zen Wine Tours for planning your trip to Napa! You will won’t regret it and will have the best and most personalized experience available ❤️❤️❤️❤️Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nobody is better in hosting the Napa region. He knows about the wine, where to go for an outstanding experience, and just a great and genuine person.Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jan was an amazing driver and tour guide. He is very Knowledgeable and passionate about sharing his experiences in Napa and Sonoma. We took his suggestion to stop at a small family owned vineyard and it was wonderful. Next trip we will let him guide us even more with the best smaller vineyards!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jan is fantastic!!!! We leaned on him to design a custom itinerary and he led us to some fabulous places we would have never found on our own. We even adapted in the middle of the day to add a new place that featured a nice catalogue of vintage wines, something that was important to many in our group. We look forward to working with Jan again on our next visit!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had such an amazing day with Jan and Zen Wine Tours. By the end of the day he was more than a tour guide, he was a friend. He knows so much about the area and took us to places we had never been that we quickly learned to love. If you want knowledge, fun, and expert guidance, Jan is your guy! He’s the best, and clearly well regarded in the region.Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had an incredible experience with Jan and Zen Wine Tours! He picked up our group in San Francisco and took us up to Napa for a perfectly curated day—two wonderful wineries and a fantastic lunch spot that we never would have found on our own. Despite the rainy weather, it ended up being one of the most memorable Saturdays. Jan made everything feel seamless and special from the start—the strawberries and sparkling wine on the drive up were such a thoughtful touch. And to top it off, his sweet dog Sake joined us, which made the whole experience even more fun and unique. Jan is warm, professional, and clearly passionate about what he does. You can tell he genuinely cares about creating a great experience for his guests. Highly recommend Zen Wine Tours—we’ll absolutely be booking with Jan again!Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Only the best, with exclusive access to winemakers.Posted on GoogleTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had such a special time last weekend at the Roth Wine Retreat 🍷 — one of those days you keep talking about long after it’s over. Jan truly made the whole experience. You can tell right away how much he loves what he does — he made everything feel easy, fun, and interesting without ever being overwhelming. He shared so many little details we would’ve never picked up on ourselves, and kept everyone laughing and engaged the entire time. What meant the most was how much he genuinely cared. He made sure everyone felt included, comfortable, and part of the experience — it never felt like just a tour, it felt personal. Thank you, Jan, for your time, patience, and the heart you put into each day — it really stayed with us. Can’t wait to do it again ! Tilin