Today, on ze blog, I am sharing the ultimate Napa Valley bachelorette party itinerary. Find out where we stayed, the restaurants we explored, and wineries we visited.

Our Stay: The Olea Hotel

We ended up booking our stay in Glen Ellen, CA at the Olea Hotel, which was about 30 minutes southwest of Napa Valley, CA. It was my first time staying in Glen Ellen, and I must say, it was a charming little town. Honestly, who am I kidding? I find any small town in this region cute and charming.

From the moment we booked our stay, until we checked out, The Olea Hotel staff was incredible. They catered to every need and were helpful throughout the process. Shoutout to Kent, Chris, and Kathryn for being responsive, sweet, and caring. I could tell they cared about each of their guests and ensured to do everything within their power to create a pleasant experience.

They didn’t take long to respond to emails, addressed every concern, and even accepted my Amazon packages! I was amazed by their support simply because they could’ve easily said no to my requests. Beyond grateful for their help.

I have no complaints regarding the bed, room, or grounds. Everything was clean, the views were beautiful, and their breakfast was A1! By the way, the breakfast is included in the stay and they offer 2-course meals every morning. Oh, and free wine every evening! They have little nooks throughout the entire property to sit back, pause, and enjoy.

The pool is also open 24/7 so I think that’s pretty neat if you have the energy to go for a swim after exploring the wineries. We were on a strict timeline so we didn’t spend much time at the hotel, otherwise, you could have found me by the fireplace enjoying a glass of sauvignon blanc reading my book, Period Power, which by the way I finally finished on the plane back home.

Lunch Reservation: The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil

After almost two hours of waiting for our rental car, we drove over the Golden Gate Bridge and finally made it to our first reservation of the trip. I booked a reservation at The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil weeks in advance because I knew it would be busy over Labor Day weekend. Thankfully, we were able to push our original time, and they accommodated us without a problem.

The main reason I wanted to bring my sister here was because of the impeccable views. We ordered a bunch of small plates, drank lots of rosé, and took a ton of photos. I was so happy to see my sister (and the girls) soaking it all in!

The staff was incredibly warm and attentive. They knew the occasion and made sure we had a great time (we probably asked for 99 photos, haha). Our waiter was also so sweet and surprised my sister-in-law, who is expecting a baby, with a congratulatory message and chocolate. It’s the little things, ya know?

Quick side note – The Restaurant at Auberge du Soleil has held a Michelin Star for 15 consecutive years. If that doesn’t convince you to visit at least once in your life, I don’t know what will.

First Winery: Domaine Carneros

If my garden doesn’t look like the one at Domaine Carneros, I don’t want it. (Just kidding, just kidding.) But seriously, their landscape design is absolutely stunning. This French-inspired château was completed in 1989, and it’s a must-see while in Napa.

One of my girlfriends brought me here on my first visit to wine country, and it left such a great impression that I had to bring my little sis this time around. She ended up loving it – in fact, I think this was her top favorite winery of the trip, all thanks to the presentation.

Domaine Carneros is famously known for their sparkling wines, and they do such a great job walking you through each flight. Every flight includes four tastings, and each glass is placed above a laminated menu with a description of the wine. Quite clever, if you ask me – because let’s be real, it’s hard to keep track of flavor notes once the sipping starts.

Highly recommend visiting if you appreciate boujee vibes. It’s chic, classic, and elegant – and if you know me, you know I’m all about that life!

Second Winery: Darioush Winery

This was my first time visiting Darioush, and wow – I was blown away. The architecture is truly breathtaking. I was so obsessed that I started filming parts of the estate to eventually create a TikTok video (because more people need to see this place). It honestly felt like stepping into another country.

Darioush was founded in 1997 by Darioush Khaledi, an Iranian entrepreneur who came to the U.S. in pursuit of the American dream. The estate spans 120 acres along the iconic Silverado Trail and blends Persian-inspired design with Napa elegance.

We opted for the Portfolio Tasting, and let me just say – I would go back just for the 2018 Signature Viognier. It was that good. The tasting also included small plates of traditional Persian cuisine, which made the experience feel really thoughtful and unique. I wasn’t the biggest fan of the lamb, but everything else was delicious and beautifully presented.

I’d love to come back with my husband sometime soon – this winery is definitely worth a second visit.

Third Winery: Castello di Amorosa

Since it was my sister’s first time in Napa, I had to take her to Castello di Amorosa – aka the Castle of Love. It’s a must-see, not just for the wine, but for the incredible history and jaw-dropping architecture. This place looks and feels like something straight out of medieval times.

The vision behind the castle came from Dario Sattui, a fourth-generation winemaker who began construction in 1994. According to the winery’s website, it took more than 8,000 tons of hand-chiseled local stone and nearly one million antique bricks imported from Europe to bring his dream to life. Construction lasted over 15 years, and the castle officially opened to the public in April 2007.

Today, Castello di Amorosa is considered an architectural masterpiece – complete with a moat, drawbridge, five towers, high defensive ramparts, courtyards and loggias, a chapel, stables, an armory, and yes… even a torture chamber. It has 107 rooms, and no two are alike. So impressive and definitely a one-of-a-kind experience in Napa Valley!

Pit Stop: Welcome to Napa Valley Sign

If you’re planning a similar itinerary, I highly recommend stopping by the Napa Valley Welcome Sign right before heading to dinner at Brix Restaurant & Gardens. It’s super convenient and makes for the perfect photo op to kick off your wine country adventure.

Heads up – there are two welcome signs in the valley, so make sure you go to the one located at 7598–7602 St. Helena Hwy, Napa, CA 94558. It’s just two minutes down the road from Brix, making it an easy and worthwhile detour.

Dinner Reservation: Brix Restaurant & Gardens

This was my second time dining at Brix, and once again, it didn’t disappoint – at least for me! My sister wasn’t a fan of her chicken carbonara, but I thought it was actually pretty yummy. I went with the steak frites, a classic choice, and my sister-in-law had the scallops, which she really enjoyed.

I highly recommend booking a dinner reservation here. The sunsets are beautiful, and the grounds are so peaceful and serene – the perfect way to wind down after a full day of wine tasting.

Final Thoughts

The biggest tip I can give you? Book your reservations in advance. If you’re unsure about anything, just call and ask – it takes two minutes and saves a lot of stress later. Never assume something is available, especially when planning a group trip.

I hope you found this travel guide helpful as you create your very own Napa bachelorette party itinerary. As always, feel free to reach out if you have any questions – you can email me at sonia@mrsprofresh.com or send me a DM on Instagram, @mrsprofresh.

Ps. If you’re planning a bachelorette party soon, I highly recommend checking out this blog post where I share all the decorations we used to deck out my sister’s hotel room — rosé all day was definitely the theme 😉. You can also read this post for even more Napa Valley recs.