Muir Woods, Napa Valley & Sonoma Day Tour with Wine Tasting

If you want to take in three of California’s top treasures, this expertly-planned day tour is the perfect option. Witness the colossal majesty of the coastal redwoods as you wander between the towering trunks in Muir Woods. Then, explore the verdant, fertile beauty of the Napa and Sonoma Valleys, sampling exceptional red, white, and dessert wines having settled down for a sublimely appetizing lunch in the Sonoma Plaza. Combine these immersive experiences with a top opportunity for a photo by the Golden Gate Bridge and you’ve built the perfect Cali day tour itinerary.

Board the mini-bus in the morning from your pre-arranged hotel pick-up and let the adventure begin! Peer through the window as iconic panoramic views of San Francisco unfold before your eyes, including the historic Alcatraz Island, spectacular San Francisco skyline, and the breathtaking bay. Your route will follow the coastal mountain road through the Marin Headlands, offering a supremely scenic journey during which you’ll set eyes on the base of Mt. Tamalpais, the highest point in the North Bay region.

Your mini-coach will carry you into the cool, fragrant shade of the canyon where colossal coastal redwood trees form the wondrous Muir Woods. Here, you’ll have an hour and a half to walk along the boardwalks between the towering trunks of these unforgettable natural wonders, gazing up in awe at their indescribable majesty. These unique redwoods are the tallest tree species in the world and flourish only in Northern California and Oregon owing to the fog that coats the west coast during the summer season.

The Muir Woods, named after the conservationist John Muir, were designated a protected federal area by President Theodore Roosevelt when the land was donated to the state by Senator William Kent in 1908. Today, the woods stand as the only surviving zone of old-growth forest in the Bay Area.

Re-emerging from the awe-inspiring redwood region, you’ll reboard your mini-coach and set out towards a set of wine tastings in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys. As you journey north, listen to your guide as they recount the history of these flourishing agricultural areas which have been producing exceptional grapes since before the state of California even joined the Union. As you ride into the valleys, you’ll gaze over the verdant, rolling hills blanketed in burgeoning grape vines which have served as inspiration for many artists and photographers.

Your day tour will take a well-timed stop in Sonoma’s town square for a spot of lunch, and there’ll be time to take a short wander through Mission San Francisco de Solano, browse the boutique stores that line the square, or even taste a few tantalizing cheeses on display at Sonoma Jack’s Cheese Factory.

The wine tasting portion of the tour soon gets underway with a sumptuous sampling in the stunning Sonoma Valley and another in the vibrant Napa Valley. You’ll be guided through your glorious tastings of white, red, and dessert wines by expert hosts at a top choice of wineries, including Bouchaine, Kieu Hoang, Homewood, Larson, and Robledo. Savor all the sweet notes and master the art of wine swilling to ensure the most sensational sips.

Once your wonderful wine tastings are over, it’s time to hop back into the mini-coach and begin the return journey to the remarkable Golden City, San Francisco. If you’ve been waiting for the ultimate photo opportunity by the Golden Gate Bridge, you’ll enjoy a special moment as the mini-coach makes a stop for this precise picture-taking opportunity. You’ll be returned to your hotel carrying magnificent memories of the Muir Woods, Napa Valley, and the stunning Sonoma Wine Country. What could be better?

Highlights

• Muir Woods National Monument (redwoods)
• Napa Valley
• Sonoma Wine Country
• Sonoma Plaza
• Two wine tastings
• Golden Gate Bridge photo opportunity

What’s Included

Includes:

• Complimentary pickup/dropoff from most San Francisco hotels
• Transportation to/from Wine Country in biofuel mini-coach
• Narrated guided tour from full-time professional guide
• 2 full flights of wine tastings in both Napa & Sonoma Valley
• Free time to explore Sonoma Plaza

Not included:

• Meals (stops will be made to purchase food)
• Muir Woods entrance fee ($15)
• Any additional tastings
• Guide gratuity

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Requirements

• Age 2+