WESTERN USA - SAN FRANCISCO & CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY 7 Days from approx $1,749 US Details below or
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This magnificent trip blends the sites of sophisticated San Francisco with California's renowned wine country. Whether you're a wine connoisseur or a dabbler in wine tasting, this tour is sure to delight. Spend time in San Francisco and enjoy guided sightseeing and a cruise across San Francisco Bay. Then spend four nights getting to know the celebrated wine regions of Napa and Sonoma. Wineries visited include Cline Cellars, Ravenswood Winery, Mumm Napa, V. Sattui Winery, and Buena Vista Winery. Also sample olive oil and learn how some of the best extra-virgin olive oil is produced. A free day at leisure allows you to take a relaxing train journey aboard the famous Napa Valley Wine Train, visit additional wineries, relax at the spa, or play a round of golf. On your last evening, indulge in a special dinner at the Wine Spectator's Greystone Restaurant at the Culinary Institute of America.
You've heard about California's wine region-now's your chance to explore it and visit many of the wineries that call this region home. Just imagine the stories and photos you'll be able to share when you return home from this wonderful vacation experience.
Day 1 Arrive in San Francisco Welcome to the Golden State! At 6:30 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
Day 2 San Francisco
Morning sightseeing includes Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, Fisherman's Wharf, and much more. Afterward, sit back and relax as you enjoy a CRUISE across San Francisco Bay. Tonight, you may want to venture back to Fisherman's Wharf for dinner at one of the area's famous restaurants. (Breakfast)
Day 3 San Francisco-Sonoma County
This morning, cross the famous Golden Gate Bridge and visit the pristine waterfront community of Sausalito. Free time to explore this quaint Mediterranean-style village's shops, galleries, and breathtaking views. Continue to Sonoma County to visit CLINE CELLARS in the Carneros region to tour their vineyards and taste some of the best Rhône-style wines and Zinfandels in California. A short drive brings you to the OLIVE PRESS to learn how some of the best extra-virgin olive oil is produced from the first cold-crushing of the freshest olives. No visit is complete without sampling several olive oils and a vinegar, too. This evening you are treated to a special dinner at a local restaurant specializing in contemporary California cuisine featuring farm-driven seasonal ingredients. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 4 Napa & Sonoma Counties
Start your day with a visit to V. SATTUI WINERY in St. Helena, the heart of Napa Valley, for a guided tour of the vineyards, production facilities, barrel room, and cellar followed by a tasting. Next, drive to the town of Calistoga with time for lunch and to stroll the streets that retain their charm of yesteryear. This afternoon, learn how famous champagne-maker MUMM creates its California sparkling wine in the traditional French method at MUMM NAPA. Sample a glass of their bubbly to toast a great day! Tonight, head to Sonoma Square for the local Farmer's Market, where you can sample many different types of artisanal and fresh foods from the nearby communities. (Breakfast)
Day 5 Napa & Sonoma Counties
Today is yours to do as you please. Train lovers may choose to take a relaxing train journey on board the Napa Valley Wine Train through the lush Napa Valley. On board, relive the days of elegant rail travel while enjoying a sumptuous 3-course lunch. Alternatively, you can visit nearby wineries, play a round of golf, or relax at the spa. (Breakfast)
Day 6 Napa & Sonoma Counties
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a wine vintner? Today is your chance as you attend a Zinfandel WINE-BLENDING SEMINAR at Ravenswood Winery. Be creative and craft your own vintage! The bottle will be corked and ready for transport home to share your masterpiece with your friends. Next, visit California's oldest premium winery, BUENA VISTA, founded in 1857. A tour and tasting here features Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot, and Syrah-the Carneros Quartet! These extraordinary wines express the essence of the Carneros wine region. This evening your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at Wine Spectator's GREYSTONE RESTAURANT, located at the Culinary Institute of America. (Breakfast, Dinner)
Day 7 Sonoma-San Francisco
Head to San Francisco International Airport this morning for guests with homebound flights. Please schedule flights after Noon. The motorcoach continues downtown, where the vacation ends. (Breakfast)
INCLUDED FEATURES San Francisco - City sightseeing; San Francisco Bay cruise Sonoma - Visit Cline Cellars; Olive Press tour and tasting; wine-blending seminar at Ravenswood; Buena Vista Winery tasting Napa - Visit V. Sattui Winery and Mumm Napa; farewell dinner at Greystone Restaurant
INSIDE VISITS
Inside visits and special features are shown in the description, including admission charges when applicable.
MEALS
American breakfast daily, 1 lunch, 2 three-course dinners including a farewell dinner in Napa
SUPERIOR HOTELS - (D) Deluxe (SF) Superior First-Class (F) First-Class
SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco Marriot Marquis (SF), SONOMA Renaissance Lodge at Sonoma Resort & Spa (SF)
DEPARTURE DATES May
September
PRICES From approx $1,749 US per person based on double occupancy
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