California Napa & Sonoma Private Adventure Tour
Wine Country Exploration & Majestic Redwoods
- Available: January-December
- Activity: Level 1
- Accommodations:
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Group Size:
2-8 Guests
Min Age: 21
Highlights
- Stroll through an old-growth redwood forest and see some of the tallest and oldest trees in California
- Sample from wineries in the world-renowned Sonoma and Napa Valleys
- Enjoy a multi-course lunch with wine pairings presented by St. Francis Winery
Itinerary
Drive to Sonoma
Day 1
After arriving at San Francisco International Airport, secure your rental car, and drive to tonight's hotel in Sonoma. Settle in and relax, perhaps joining the hotel's complimentary daily wine tasting happy hour.
Accommodation: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn
Wine Tasting Through Sonoma Valley
Day 2
Meet your private driver guide for a half day of fantastic wine tasting! Home to more than 500 wineries, Sonoma Valley's unique location makes for a very diverse wine region. With a climate slightly cooler than Napa Valley nearby, the result is fabulous red and white wines, including chardonnay, cabernet sauvignon, and pinot noir. Visit two wineries today, carefully selected with your taste palate in mind, in the company of a knowledgeable guide. Return to the hotel in the late afternoon to relax and enjoy the pool or spa.
Accommodation: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn
Meals: Breakfast
Hike in Armstrong Redwoods
Day 3
Get ready for a lovely day of hiking in the redwoods! Meet a private guide this morning for a hike in Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve. California's coastal redwoods are the world's tallest living things and are also among Earth's oldest, capable of surviving for over 2,000 years. Listen as your guide shares the history of the reserve and points out some of the most notable trees.
After freshening up, head to St. Francis Winery for a special multi-course wine pairing lunch. Enjoy a selection of small dishes, carefully paired with hand-selected artisan wines, while soaking in stunning vineyard views- a truly decadent afternoon.Accommodation: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn
Activity: Customizable hiking
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Wine Tasting Through Napa Valley
Day 4
After a leisurely morning and breakfast at the hotel, get a deeper understanding of wine as you meet a private driver guide for an afternoon of wine tasting in Napa Valley. Home to more than 400 wineries, the Napa Valley is world-renowned for producing some of the world's best full-bodied cabernets, fruity merlots, and buttery chardonnays. Visit two different wineries today, again selected to match your preferred flavor palate.
Accommodation: Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn
Meals: Breakfast
Depart San Francisco
Day 5
After a final breakfast this morning, drive to San Francisco International Airport to return your rental car and board your homebound flight.
Meals: Breakfast
Dates & Prices
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Price Includes
- Accommodations as noted in the itinerary, including all taxes and resort fees
- Meals as noted in the daily itinerary
- All special equipment required for activities
- Final electronic documentation package
- Trip logistics, operations and monitoring during travel
- All tours, transfers and activities as detailed in the itinerary
Price Does Not Include
- Additional meals not noted in the daily itinerary
- Entry fees to National Parks, museums and other attractions when not accompanied by a guide, unless listed on inclusions
- Airfare, airport taxes or baggage fees for all flights
- Optional activities and spa services
- Personal expenses such as medical immunizations, laundry or souvenirs
- Discretionary tips for guides, drivers and resort staff
- Optional travel protection
- Rental car
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Your Guides
The best people to immerse you in a destination are the ones who live there, which is why we feature local Adventure Guides on our trips. Here are a few that you might meet on this adventure.
Local Guide
We work with only the most experienced and knowledgeable local guides on our trips. You will be in excellent hands with a fully licensed and accredited local guide who will share their expertise in everything from history and architecture, to culture and traditions, the best local cuisine, activities and crafts, or even shopping. Local guides live, breathe, and love their trips because as locals they are an integral part of their communities. Their connections run deep and pride in their piece of the world is contagious.
Activity Level
This trip is rated activity level 1. This trip emphasizes relaxation and refreshment. A moderate day of hiking is included, but can be adjusted according to group needs. Other activities include guided drives and local walks on pavement.
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Activity Snapshot
Day 3
Customizable hiking
Accommodations
A luxury resort and spa with access to the Sonoma Golf Club and complimentary wellness activities including yoga and fitness classes.
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn
Nestled in the heart of the famed Sonoma Valley, Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa is a full-service destination resort. The resort provides guests with exceptional spa services, access to championship golf at neighboring Sonoma Golf Club and numerous complimentary wellness offerings including daily hikes, yoga and fitness classes. The resort offers a variety of accommodations types yet all are beautifully appointed with Provence-inspired décor, modern amenities and a complimentary bottle of wine. Dining is a true highlight at Sante Restaurant, the inn's premier Michelin-rated restaurant.
Weather
Expect cool and foggy mornings and evenings on the coast with warmer temperatures moving inland.
FAQs
How should I plan to dress?
While smart casual will carry you through the majority of the trip\'s wine tasting activities, you may want to consider sturdier shoes for the hiking portion, dressier clothes to take advantage of the resort\'s dining, and comfortable athletic clothing for the yoga and fitness classes.
Do I need to bring swimwear?
The resort has a swimming pool and the spa requires swimsuits in all public areas. You\'ll want to take advantage of both!
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