Redwoods and California Wine Country Tour

333 O'Farrell Street,San Francisco CA 94102

13 February, 2021

Description

Morning stroll through an ancient redwood forest and an afternoon of exclusive winery experiences in California’s Napa and Sonoma Valleys. Start your Redwoods and Wine Country tour by visiting an old-growth California Redwoods forest in Muir Woods National Monument (or in another park) ahead of the crowds. Spot morning fog lifting from the Coastal Redwood canopy that soars for hundreds of feet above your head. Stroll along pristine nature trails and look out for native coastal ferns, clover, squirrels, foxes, and even deer. Next, your expert wine guide will lead you to sip the good life on this Sonoma Valley and Napa Valley tour. The three wineries you visit will be delightful in their own unique ways. At each exclusively arranged experience, you’ll enjoy a friendly wine country welcome and breathtaking scenery while learning the stories behind the wineries. The wines you enjoy will have been selected by the winemakers themselves. Be ready to add to your wine cellar - most of the wines are not sold in retail stores. If you would like to learn more about some of the wineries we visit on Extranomical wine country tours click here. Spend your lunch break exploring Sonoma Plaza’s many restaurants, boutique shops, and wine tasting rooms. Upgrade your California wine country tour with a food and wine pairing experience where you’ll be treated to California cuisine along with a collection of local wines. Check out the seasonally updated menu. The afternoon portion of your redwoods and wine country tour will include exploring Napa Valley and Instagram-worthy experiences at two more boutique wineries. Get to know the winemakers and unique features of their wine offerings. On the journey back to San Francisco (weather permitting) we’ll make one final stop at a scenic look-out point with sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Marin Headlands, San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz, and the Bay Bridge where you can take some fabulous photos while reflecting upon the amazing day that you have had! Exact destinations and itinerary may differ due to weather, road conditions, and the guide’s discretion. For international guests, please be aware that the legal drinking age in the United States is 21 years of age. For the rare event that commercial parking is not available at Muir Woods, we reserve the right to arrange an alternative destination for experiencing Giant Coast Redwoods during this tour. PICKUP LOCATION: Hilton Union Square Hotel - 251 Mason St (Eastern Entrance) Pickup Time: 7:45 am INCLUSIONS: Cleaning and Safety Measures Stroll through Coastal Redwood forest Three tastings in Sonoma and Napa valley Lunch break in historic Sonoma Plaza Expert live narration (English) 8 foreign language audios (on request) Guaranteed daily departures Convenient SF hotel pickup and drop off EXCLUSIONS: Entry to Muir Woods Meals Guide gratuity: recommended TOUR ITINERARY 08:00 AM to 09:00 AM Cross the Golden Gate Bridge on your way to Muir Woods Learn the colorful history of the Marin Headlands Hear from your guide why Coastal Redwoods are so special 09:00 AM to 10:15 AM Walk in the shadows of the 200-foot ancient growth Redwoods Explore nature trails as you observe giant ferns and moss-lined creeks 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM Head to the first tasting stop in Sonoma county Drink in the stunning California Wine Country landscapes. Get tips from your guide on how to taste wines like a real sommelier 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM Stroll the grounds and take photos among the vines at the first winery Learn how wine is made by industry experts Try several wines—add your favorites to your collection 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Relax and enjoy lunch in the picturesque Sonoma wine country plaza Browse dozens of quaint shops and historic buildings Enjoy gourmet food and wine pairing lunch (if option selected) 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM Enjoy visits to two more family-owned boutique wineries Tour their vineyards, taste their wines Select a bottle to uncork at dinner tonight 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM Start the journey back to San Francisco. Photo stop with the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, and city skyline (weather permitting) Conclude the tour at your pickup location