We are 2 couples headed to sonoma and napa valleys in october. We want to do some tastings and would like to avoid driving if possible. I know there are tours, but we have a nuber of recommendations from others who have been there and want to visit those. Are there private drivers who can be hired? We don't need a limo...Thanks

Yes you can hire a driver, but you should be aware that some wineries don't allow limos (not sure if a hired car would qualify) and others require reservations. Check out the website wine country getaways -- they have info on the wine train, hiring a car, etc.

Just ask your hotel concierge to get you some info - they'll know the best prices, etc.

Check out this green fleet, it technically does not necessarily involve limos:

http://californiawinetours.com/green_fleet.html

The wine train? You must be kidding.

Here's a link to some info about limo tours in Napa and beyond:

http://www.winecountrygetaways.com/limousine-tours.html