Wine Tour from San Francisco
- Smaller groups allow for more guide interaction, more
stops and a more personal experience.
- Wonderful selection of wine tastings is included on this
tour.
- You will enjoy a photo stop at the Golden Gate bridge.
- Visit Sonoma or Napa Valley on this all-inclusive wine
country tour.
- Learn the rich art and history of this region's wine making
culture. Each and every winery has a unique story of how
it came to be a part of California's infamous Wine Country.
Hotel pick-up starts your day the right way:
A Hotel Pick-up is followed by a trip through some of San Francisco's
famous neighborhoods including the Marina District, Presidio
and "the beauty of the bay" the Golden Gate bridge:
Guests are encouraged to take advantage of our photo stop at
one of the scenic lookouts that offer superb views of the Golden
Gate Bridge. Experience the sights & sounds of Marin County,
dubbed as the United States’ wealthiest county.
World Famous Wines:
Your visit to Northern California would not be complete without
a visit to its world-famous wine country. Your tour by motor
coach starts in San Francisco and arrives 30 miles south in
the premium winemaking southern region of Carneros, just south
of Sonoma. Along the way you will see all the amazing scenery,
including the Golden Gate Bridge, Marina District, Presidio,
& Marin County.
Winery visits and Tastings:
The highlight of this tour is a visit to three to four wineries
in Napa Valley or Sonoma, from the large, industrial wineries
to the smaller, unique boutique wineries. Guests enjoy the opportunity
to experience, first hand, the care and craftsmanship that goes
into each bottle of their favorite California Wines. Relax in
the comfort of your motor coach as you are escorted in and around
the winemaking Mecca of the united states. You will visit Napa
Valley & Sonoma’s most famous wineries. Past visits
have included Kline, Homewood, Larson, Kirkland Ranch, Bouchaine,
& Viansa Winery & Italian Marketplace. Each and every
one of these will offer a distinct wine-tasting experience:
One that will make memories that last a lifetime.
Along the way:
Delightful point-of-interest along the way is Sonoma Historic
Town Plaza. Rich history and cultural influence make this a
unique place in its own right. Special requests to visit other
wine locales are often available.
Wineries Visited on this tour:
(Please note this tour visits 3 to 4wineries depending on
timing and the stops do change - the wineries listed below
are our most popular stops)
Viansa Winery & Italian Marketplace:
Founded in 1890 by Sam and Vicki Sebastiani, Viansa Winery
& Italian Marketplace is a destination winery in the Carneros
grape-growing region at the entrance to Sonoma Valley's Wine
Country.
Sonoma Square:
Enjoy cheese tasting at Vella Cheese Factory and Sonoma Jack
Cheese Factory and see General Vallejo's historic home and
buildings.
Domaine Carneros:
In the heart of the Carneros appellation, stands a majestic
chateau, which houses Domaine Carneros winery. The chateau
is considered one of the most beautiful wineries in North
America.
Kirkland Ranch Winery:
At the Kirkland Ranch Winery, you'll find an unpretentious
and down-to-earth operation. Enjoy excellent wines while spending
time in front of the fireplaces or on the veranda overlooking
Jamieson Canyon.
Cline Cellars Vineyard:
Located on a 350-Acre Estate in the Caneros District of Sonoma
County best known for its zinfandel and distinctive rhone-style
wines.
Homewood Winery:
This smaller boutique winery limits it's annual production
to only 3,000 cases. Originally a home vineyard operation
you'll enjoy the smaller "family feel" of this winery.
Most wine tasting is included (at least one free tasting
stop on every tour) on this tour and we schedule plenty of
time to stop for lunch so bring your cameras, and your appetite
because this is one unforgettable "must do" San
Francisco Experience
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