Recently a client of ours rented a couple of our luxury limousines to show a few potential business partners around the city during their stay here. Our luxury limousines took their clients up and down the rolling hills of the peninsula taking in the winding curves of Lombard Street (dubbed “the Crookedest Street in the World”), checking out the views from Coit Tower, to the DeYoung Museum in Golden Gate Park for a bit of cultural appreciation and then across the Golden Gate to a fine dinner in Sausalito. The day’s experiences impressed them and the attractions of the City by the bay, presented in this way by one of the best Bay Are limo service providers, no doubt played a part in the final decision to move their operations here.

This little anecdote is simply to point out the fruits that can come from carefully planned and executed San Francisco limo tours. But it need not just be in a business context. Many of our favorite clients are those who hire luxury limousines to wine and dine their spouses for a very special anniversary or just to revitalize their relationships with a romantic night on the town. It need not be New Year’s or an anniversary in order to take on our fine San Francisco limo tours and celebrate your relationship. Such gestures are sure to be positively appreciated by your significant other any time of the year.

Whether it is just a day trip up to Napa or Sonoma Wine Country for a bit of a sipping tour followed by a night at a local bed-and-breakfast, a sightseeing tour across the city from Fisherman’s Wharf to the breakers at Ocean Beach, or a private company dinner at the headquarters of one of the tech giants down in Silicon Valley, Ecko Limo’s luxury limousines give you and your guests the kind of Bay Area limo service that you can depend on to be there on time, be courteous, and do all in our power to make sure that you get to your destination safely and on time.

If you are planning a larger trip, we also offer larger classes of vehicles with high observation windows which are perfect for larger groups and make for a good way of creating a group experience.

Our late model vehicles are clean, well-kept and climate controlled. Our experienced drivers know the Bay Area like the backs of their hands and are courteous and discreet. So if you are planning a Bay Area excursion, be sure to consider the San Francisco limo tours as part of your getaway. You won’t regret it.

Sure Napa and Sonoma get all the press, but many our clients’ favorite limousine wine tours head to less well-trodden destinations for their sipping adventures than Napa or Sonoma proper (though still in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys for the most part). As we mentioned in a previous post, Livermore is one of the often overlooked wine country stomping grounds. (And by stomping grounds we aren’t just talking metaphorically, as many of the Livermore wineries actually have nights where you can channel your inner Lucille Ball. )

So what are some of our favorite off the beaten path, Yountville or Calistoga wineries? Well here are a few in places you may only dimly be aware of:

• Loxton Vineyards: Okay, so this is just a stone’s throw outside of Sonoma itself, but still we’re counting it because of how often visitors don’t bother to take this trek just a little ways to the north. Glen Ellen is actually home to at least a half dozen wonderful wineries, but if you would like to try a wonderful Syrah, Loxton is the place to go. The owner of this winery is an Australian who comes from a line of vintners near Adelaide, where Syrah is known as Shiraz, and is the kind of wine aficionado that measures his life by grape harvests and loves to talk about acid counts from his handful of vineyards across Nor Cal.
• Coppola Winery: For movie buffs who also love a good Merlot or vice versa what better combination could there be than sprawling vineyards and estates of one America’s great directors, Francis Ford Coppola. Of course, as you would expect from the director of The Godfather and Apocalypse Now, he likes a big production and this is true of his St. Helena wine tasting locale which is part luxury resort with swimming pool and cabins and part restaurant. (Just think, what better way to make a movie entrance than in your own luxury limousine?)
• Vincent Arroyo: One of the most inviting Calistoga wineries, Vincent Arroyo is one of the best destinations for dinner. Known for their Merlot the winery hosts four amazing dinner events every year, so you should be sure to check out this amazing spot.

These are just three of the amazing destinations you can go to on your own, unique luxury limousine wine tour adventures. And limousine wine tours are definitely the best way to see Wine country, whether you are going to Yountville wineries or to Calistoga wineries.

Wine country, in fact, is not just a great placing to spend a day sipping and enjoying yourself. Many wineries throughout wine country also host musical events and many of the cities not only have wineries but also five start restaurants. For example, while you are visiting Glen Ellen wineries, you might also drop down for some martinis and oysters at the Glen Ellen Inn. And if you get tired of the Yountville wineries you are visiting, you can spend the night at a local bed and breakfast and then take in the Calistoga wineries the next day.

Your limousine wine tours are only limited by your imagination, so be sure to give us a call and make your dreams come true today.

So what are some of our favorite Livermore wineries? Here are our top five:

Bent Creek: Of the Livermore wineries, bucolic Bent Creek is a fan favorite for its casual atmosphere and outdoorsy feel. Their Thank God It’s Thursday events are one of the best places to kick off a long weekend. (And what better way to arrive there than in a luxury limousine so that your entire party can enjoy the wine tasting without having to worry about the drive back.)

McGrail Vineyards and Winery: With its panoramic view of the Livermore Valley, McGrail Vineyards is not just a favorite for Livermore wine tours, but has also been the site of many a Bay Area marriage. The beautiful facilities with their faux Spanish mission style make for an excellent event venue and the vineyards are definitely one of the choice destinations for luxury limousine tours.

Concannon Vineyards : Family managed Concannon is one of the oldest vineyards in Livermore Valley and a great destination for your Livermore limousine service. If you love a good cabernet, this is definitely the place to visit. While you are there you will want to visit the Underdog Bar, a very sophisticated wine-bar which is one of the attractions that sets Concannon apart from many other Livermore wineries.

Red Feather Winery and Vineyard: If you prefer a laid back, small town sort of a feel to your wine sipping experience rather than the usual hoity-toity atmosphere, Red Feather delivers this in spades. Come here for a wine cocktail (perhaps the number one Red Feather draw) or for a little bit of “I Love Lucy” style wine stepping (an event that many Livermore wineries offer). Also, popular is the Ladies Night, which caters to gals with quite a bit of pampering.

Wente Winery: Virtually synonymous with Livermore wine, Wente Vineyards is not just the usual vineyard with a tasting room. They also run a restaurant and manage a sprawling golf course. And if you are attending one of the many events—including the live concerts—there is no better way to get there than via a Livermore limousine service like we offer at Ecko.

Don’t want to choose only one, then come to the one of the harvest festivals where you can be taken between four different wineries on horse and cart under the moonlight. Perfect for a romantic evening with a bit a social interaction.

And when you are all done, just hop back into your climate controlled luxury limousine and let your driver whisk you back to your home or hotel.

What is visiting Sonoma Wine Country in a limousine like?

It can be one of the best Wine Country getaways imaginable. Here, let’s take a little trip in our minds, shall we?

Imagine booking one of our limousine wine tours, and having a stretch limo arrive at your hotel or home at mid-morning and whisk you off for one of our adventurous luxury wine tours. With your whole party free to talk to each other and enjoy themselves in the climate controlled interior of one our late model vehicles, you can leave the worries of traffic to our experienced and courteous chauffeurs. Wine Country getaways are always better when someone else handles the traffic hassles.

Leaving from SF, Sonoma Wine Country is a mere hour and a half away, so you arrive in Wine Country refreshed and ready for a quick lunch in quaint downtown Sonoma or ready to dive right into the wine tasting.

While our driver minds the road, your entire party is free to enjoy the best Sonoma wineries, like the magnificent estates of the world renowned Opus One winery (by appointment only), the rustic grounds of the Cline Winery, or the mission style architecture of the St. Francis Vineyards and Winery.

Ready for break? Those poor sops on the Wine Train or tour buses may have to keep to a tight schedule but not you. Your chauffeur can wait as long as you like or drive you to Gloria Ferrer Winery or the Ravenwood estate both of which offer magnificent views and picnic friendly spots. In addition, the caves at Gloria Ferrer make it well worth the trip on its own.

In the afternoon, perhaps you are ready for some live music and have purchased tickets to see Colbie Caillet or Chris Isaak at the Robert Mondavi winery. Your chauffeur will ensure you get there on time, and our attractive vehicles will ensure that you make an entrance worthy of a celebrity. After relaxing a while others are beginning to think about ending their wine country getaways, you can explore the fine dining options of Sonoma Wine Country.

You might, for example, drop in at Sante for a taste of Sonoma style French cuisine—and dine in class.

Once night has fallen, you can relax on the drive back from your Sonoma Wine Country tour or you can have your chauffeur take you to the bed & breakfast where you have made your reservations.

Ahhh! Relaxing just thinking about it, isn’t it?

We also service Napa, Livermore and other outlying areas of Northern California’s Wine Country. So if you are interested in visiting virtually any of the wineries in Northern California be sure to contact us. Ecko Limousines wants to be your San Francisco and Wine Country luxury vehicle service.

(A quick disclaimer: Ecko Limousines luxury wine tours pricing includes only the cost of the limousines and does not include cost of tickets, winery reservations, restaurant costs or lodging. Making such reservations is solely the responsibility of the client, not Ecko Limo.)

Why would you ask a limousine service about the best Napa wineries? What does Ecko limo know about wine?

Well, because Ecko limo does so many limousines wine tours every week, we have gotten to know the Napa vineyards pretty well. Clients who like to do their wine tasting in class come to us. So when we recommend the best Napa wineries we are not only speaking from our experience but from what our discerning clients have taught us about the best Napa wineries.

From that we have learned about some very cool wine country getaways. Here are some ideas to whet your wine tasting appetite:

Wineries with wine caves: A number of the best Napa wineries give you tours of the dark chambers where their wines are aged. For those who love to mix learning about viticulture with their wine country getaways, standing in the dark chilled recesses of these subterranean catacombs can be quite the treat. Our favorites include Clos Pagase, Far Niente, and Paoletti Vineyards.

Best Wine Country Getaways for Picnics: Want to get some fine wines, some sandwiches, some cheese, and nice blanket and then head out onto a field to enjoy a breezy afternoon with just you and your party. If this is the kind of R&R you had in mind, we recommend either the Bale Grist Mill State Park, the Clos du Val winery or the bucolic shades of Rutherford Hill.

Best Napa Restaurants: If you prefer table clothes and candle light to picnic baskets and blankets, then Napa has a number of offerings to meet your fine dining needs after a long hard day of wine tastings and cheese snacks. Our recommendations here include Cole’s Chop House for steaks; Morimoto for Sushi; and La Toque for French. All of these are excellent venues for wedding anniversaries (or even proposals) as well.

Best Romantic B&Bs for Napa Wine Country Getaways: Looking for a beautiful little Bed and Breakfast to spare you the long drive at the end of your luxury wine tours? Here are some of our favorite quaint little lodgings in the Napa Valley: the Beazley House, the Old World Inn, or, our personal favorite, the Candlelight Inn.

Best Napa Wineries for Weddings: And if you are looking to get hitched here, and want to find a venue with panoramic views or a quaintly rustic setting that can handle your wedding party, here are some suggestions: the Auberge du Soleil is a great outdoor spot for weddings; while the Vintage Estate offers beautiful stonework in the style of an Italian Villa.

Now, you could of course drive yourself or take the Wine Tour train like so many do, but if you would rather someone else do the driving so that everyone in your party can enjoy themselves, and if you want to make the occasion truly memorable, there is not better way of doing so than by booking one of Ecko Limo’s late model luxury vehicles.

Ecko Limousines wants to be your first stop for your Corporate Transportations service needs. We know that corporate customers have many choices when it comes to their transportation services, including a number of other luxury car businesses. For this reason we strive to be a cut above our competition and offer the best professional transportation services for our clients, whether it be for a business trip from SFO or SJO, or for a wine tasting trip into Napa.

Why should you choose locally grown Ecko Limousine for your Corporate Transportation service needs?

Our Growing Fleet of Luxury Vehicles

Whether you are organizing a team building event and need to fit two dozen of your company’s managers on the same bus or just need a bit of a night on the town to recharge the batteries, Ecko Limo, your Corporate Transportation service, has a solution. Our fleet includes not only top of the line Lincoln Town Cars for business and stretch limos for pleasure, but also passenger vans for sightseeing tours and Super Stretch Hummers for when you really want to create buzz with your entrance.

Reliable SFO, OAK and SJC Airport Limo Services

Have an important business client or potential partner coming in who you want to make sure arrives at his or her hotel rested and relaxed? Want your Corporate Transportation service to help get you into the zone and focus on your business instead of dealing with airport traffic and parking problems? Let Ecko Limo provide you with SFO, OAK and SJC airport limo services.

Our Meet and Greet Service: Our professional and courteous chauffeurs can also be there when you or your client arrive to make sure that you have a hassle-free trip back to your hotel or home.

E-Reservations: In addition, for your convenience we offer reservations over the internet so that you can quickly reserve your limousines or luxury town car service.

Private Aviation Booking: We also keep a private aviation agent on staff to help you charter private jet excursions.

Ask about our Special Packages: Because we know that successful businesses are built on long term relationships, we offer our repeat customers specials and discounts for repeat service. Be sure to ask about your Corporate Transportation service discounts and specials.

Experienced and Professional Chauffeurs

In addition, we know that providing you with the best corporate transportation service requires us to offer you with a reliable, punctual and above all, professional service. That is why we hire experienced chauffeurs who can be counted on to keep you and your guests comfortable and safe. We do background checks on all of our drivers and are careful to listen to our customers’ feedback as well.

Our drivers know how to provide our customers with a classy experience and are always striving to better serve your needs.

Our Commitment to Being Your Corporate Transportation Service for Both Business and Pleasure

Above all, we strive to be the best Bay Area limo service and all of us at Ecko Limo give 100% to make sure that you are completely satisfied with your limo and luxury car experience.

Ecko Limousines wants to be your first stop for your Bay Area Corporate Transportation rental needs. We know that Bay Area residents have many choices when it comes to their transportation services, including a number of other luxury car businesses. For this reason we strive to be a cut above our competition and offer the best professional transportation services for our clients, whether it be for a business trip from SFO or SJO, or for a wine tasting trip into Napa.

Why should you choose locally grown Ecko Limousine for your Bay Area Corporate Limo service needs?

Our Growing Fleet of Luxury Vehicles

Whether you need a stretch limo so that your daughter and her friends can go to the prom in safety and style, or you are organizing a team building corporate event and need to fit two dozen of your company’s managers on the same bus, Ecko Limo, your Bay Area Corporate Transportation service and transportation provider, has a solution. Our fleet includes not only top of the line Lincoln Town Cars for business and stretch limos for pleasure, but also passenger vans for sightseeing tours and Super Stretch Hummers for when you really want to create buzz with your entrance.

Reliable SFO, OAK and SJC Airport Limo Services

Have an important business client or potential partner coming in who you want to make sure arrives at his or her hotel rested and relaxed? Want your Bay Area Corporate Transportation rental service to help get you into the zone and focus on your business instead of dealing with airport traffic and parking problems? Let Ecko Limo provide you with SFO, OAK and SJC airport limo services.

Our Meet and Greet Service: Our professional and courteous chauffeurs can also be there when you or your client arrive to make sure that you have a hassle-free trip back to your hotel or home.

E-Reservations: In addition, for your convenience we offer reservations over the internet so that you can quickly reserve your limousines or luxury town car service.

Private Aviation Booking: We also keep a private aviation agent on staff to help you charter private jet excursions.

Ask about our Special Packages: Because we know that successful businesses are built on long term relationships, we offer our repeat customers specials and discounts for repeat service. Be sure to ask about your Bay Area Corporate Limo service discounts and specials.

Experienced and Professional Chauffeurs

In addition, we know that providing you with the best Bay Area Corporate Transportation service requires us to provide you with a reliable, punctual and above all, professional service. That is why we hire experienced chauffeurs who can be counted on to keep you and your guests comfortable and safe. We do background checks on all of our drivers and are careful to listen to our customers’ feedback about them as well.

Our drivers know how to provide our customers with a classy experience and are always striving to better serve your needs.

Our Commitment to Being Your Bay Area Corporate Limo Service for Both Business and Pleasure

Above all, we strive to be the best Bay Area Corporate Transportation service and all of us at Ecko Limo give 100% to make sure that you are completely satisfied with your limo and luxury car experience.

Ecko Limousines wants to be your first stop for your Bay Area limo rental needs. We know that Bay Area residents have many choices when it comes to their transportation services, including a number of other luxury car businesses. For this reason we strive to be a cut above our competition and offer the best professional transportation services for our clients, whether it be for a business trip from SFO or SJO, or for a wine tasting trip into Napa.

Why should you choose locally grown Ecko Limousine for your Bay Area limousine service needs?

Our Growing Fleet of Luxury Vehicles

Whether you need a stretch limo so that your daughter and her friends can go to the prom in safety and style, or you are organizing a team building corporate event and need to fit two dozen of your company’s managers on the same bus, Ecko Limo, your Bay Area Limo service and transportation provider, has a solution. Our fleet includes not only top of the line Lincoln Town Cars for business and stretch limos for pleasure, but also passenger vans for sightseeing tours and Super Stretch Hummers for when you really want to create buzz with your entrance.

Reliable SFO, OAK and SJC Airport Limo Services

Have an important business client or potential partner coming in who you want to make sure arrives at his or her hotel rested and relaxed? Want your Bay Area limo rental service to help get you into the zone and focus on your business instead of dealing with airport traffic and parking problems? Let Ecko Limo provide you with SFO, OAK and SJC airport limo services.

Our Meet and Greet Service: Our professional and courteous chauffeurs can also be there when you or your client arrive to make sure that you have a hassle-free trip back to your hotel or home.

E-Reservations: In addition, for your convenience we offer reservations over the internet so that you can quickly reserve your limousines or luxury town car service.

Private Aviation Booking: We also keep a private aviation agent on staff to help you charter private jet excursions.

Ask about our Special Packages: Because we know that successful businesses are built on long term relationships, we offer our repeat customers specials and discounts for repeat service. Be sure to ask about your Bay Area limousine service discounts and specials.

Experienced and Professional Chauffeurs

In addition, we know that providing you with the best Bay Area Limo service requires us to provide you with a reliable, punctual and above all, professional service. That is why we hire experienced chauffeurs who can be counted on to keep you and your guests comfortable and safe. We do background checks on all of our drivers and are careful to listen to our customers’ feedback about them as well.

Our drivers know how to provide our customers with a classy experience and are always striving to better serve your needs.

Our Commitment to Being Your Bay Area Limousine Service for Both Business and Pleasure

Above all, we strive to be the best Bay Area limo service and all of us at Ecko Limo give 100% to make sure that you are completely satisfied with your limo and luxury car experience.

For special occasions and occasions you want to make special, Ecko Limo wants to be your San Jose limo for bar hopping and nights on the town. Whether it is just so you and your friend don’t have to have a designated driver or so that you can paint the town red in style, San Jose’s own Ecko Limo can help you to make the occasion one everyone will remember.

Your Own San Jose Limo for Bar Hopping

If you would like to hit the local bars and dance clubs, Ecko can provide you with the perfect limousine for a wild night-on-the-town. Whether it is an early dinner followed by dancing or bar hopping till the last call, our chauffeured limos offer the perfect method of transportation for your group.

Have a large party? No problem. Your San Jose limo for bar hopping can be one of our Super Stretch Hummers (seats 16) or vans with capacities of up to two dozen. Don’t be afraid to take your party for a road trip or to hit as many nightspots as you want. Let us worry about getting you there.

San Jose Bachelor Limo for Wine Tasting

Want to visit your favorite wineries in Napa or Sonoma but don’t want to worry about drinking and driving? Our San Jose limo for bar hopping can help you create a unique wine tour so that you and your guests can visit your favorite Nor Cal Wineries in style. Our experienced local drivers know Wine Country and will not only get you where you’re going, but also suggest which wineries to visit if you are unsure.

Unlike bus tours where you are a prisoner to predefined schedules and forced to share your special day with strangers and over-eager tour guides, our San Jose bachelor limo wine tours let you pace yourself and give you the privacy to make your wine tasting experience truly memorable. Just imagine sipping a dark merlot or sparkling champagne from your climate-controlled cabin as you watch the rows of grapevines rolling by just outside the tinted windows of your own San Jose night on the town Limo.

The Perfect Night On the Town San Jose Limo

Have a big date planned and really want to make a good impression. A night on the town San Jose limo can be the perfect means of travel so that you don’t have to worry about directions or traffic. Focus on getting to know your date while our driver makes sure you make your dinner reservations at La Foret. Then when you’re done you can enjoy a complimentary champagne before your catching a night at the theater or hitting the Voodoo Lounge.

Let her know that you’re not just another guy.

Easy Booking and Specials

Booking a San Jose limo for bar hopping has never been easier, either. With our easy to use internet booking system you can reserve your San Jose night on the town limo from anywhere and at any time, so long as you have an internet connection available to you.

In addition, if you plan an all-day affair, you can get complimentary bottles of champagne or alcoholic beverages. (Limit one bottle.)

We would love to be your San Jose limo for bar hopping.

When it comes to fast, punctual and comfortable Bay Area Ground Transportation, Ecko Limo and Sedan Service is the best choice. Ecko Limo’s fleet of airport shuttle vans and luxury town cars are perfect for avoiding traffic and parking hassles. Our veteran chauffeurs and drivers will make sure your airport trip is comfortable and courteous and that you arrive at your gate safely and on time. And with our discounted round trip service, we can pick you up and save you money as well.

Three Great Choices When It comes To Bay Area Ground Transportation

Given the high cost of airport parking these days, the crowded lots, and poor security, driving yourself to a Bay Area Airport can turn out to be an expensive hassle. The average airport shuttle or taxi service is little better when it comes to Bay Area Ground Transportation. With multiple stops, and less than professional drivers with poorly vetted driving experience, you arrive at the airport already feeling harried—and often late to boot.

There is no need to face the complications and delays of airport security already tired just from your airport trip. Air travel is stressful enough on its own. Let Ecko limo provide you with a convenient restful option for your Bay Area Ground Transportation:

Ecko Limo’s Bay Area Airport Van Service: Ecko Limo’s answer to the run-of-the-mill airport shuttle, our 14 and 24 passenger buses are perfect for large group travel to or from the major Bay Area Airports. If you are planning an off-site team building exercise in Reno, rewarding your sales department with Hawaiian trip, or picking up your offshore affiliate’s program team for a site visit, our vans offer the size and airy atmosphere for transporting large groups to and from SFO.

Ecko Limo’s Lincoln Town Car Pick-Up and Drop Off For your more private Bay Area Ground Transportation, Ecko has its line of Lincoln Town Cars. Our latest model luxury vehicles with immaculate interiors can help you clear your mind and stay focused on your business, while our experienced and discreet drivers worry about getting you there on-time. From front porch to gate terminal and back again, nothing beats this option for Bay Area Ground Transportation.

Ecko’s Stylish Limousine Service: Want to head to the airport or get picked up in luxury? Our stretch limos are the ideal opening scene for your romantic adventures and getaways. A fully loaded limo can provide the perfect private Bay Area Ground Transportation for your bachelor party trip to Vegas, or whisk the newlyweds off straight from the wedding venue for their tropical honeymoon.

Bay Area Ground Meet and Greets:

Have an important client or business partner coming into the Bay Area? Our friendly Meet-and-Greet service will make sure that from the moment of arrival our driver is there to provide Airport to Hotel transportation so that you do not have to rearrange your schedule or interrupt your business day when hosting professional connections.

Convenient, User-Friendly Online Bay Area Ground Transportation Booking

Our E-Reservations make it easy to book your Bay Area Ground Transportation from anywhere where you have an internet connection. Even if you do not have a user profile with us, you can have your Lincoln Town Car or stretch limo reserved in the just minutes not matter what time of day or night.

Affordable Bay Area Ground Transportation:

Finally, Ecko Limo and Sedan Service knows that in these tough times, the key to long term success is building strong relationships with our clients. That’s why we go the extra mile to earn your trust and give you the best value for your dollar.

This is why we offer discounted rates for our repeat customers, including 10% discounts on round-trip service and free bonus rentals after multiple bookings. We want to be the answer to all your Bay Area Ground Transportation and Bay Area car service needs!

So book be sure to get the best and reserve your car with us.