Your tour starts at Fisherman’s Wharf in San Francisco, heading north for the first highlight of the tour – the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. Take in the breathtaking views of the San Francisco skyline and Alcatraz Island while riding across the 1.7-mile span of the bridge. The tour continues through the picturesque Marin County, heading further into California’s world-famous wine region of Sonoma and Napa Valley.
Unwind and soak up the stunning scenery while we drive through beautiful vineyards, the most prized wine region of Northern California. Explore three different wineries, each with their very own charm, from small family-run wineries to large estates. The passionate and welcoming staff are eager to share their enthusiasm and knowledge of wine with you, and during an exclusive estate tour you can learn about the traditional and modern wine-making techniques and processes.
At lunch time we make a stop in Yountville or Historic Downtown Sonoma Square with its charming shops, art
galleries and a wonderful variety of dining options. Enjoy your time at leisure and relax on a lawn during a picnic, or sample some cheese and wine at one of the local shops before heading on to the next winery.
Enjoy some of the best wine in the world at the various wineries in Sonoma and Napa Valley, with each tasting
offering a unique experience that you can only find in Northern California. You will have enough time to explore each winery on your own before or after the tastings, and your tour guide will lead you from winery to winery while providing fun and helpful insights on the way.
After a full day of indulging into the California wine country, simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic ride across the Golden Gate Bridge once more as the sun slowly starts to set into the Pacific Ocean.
The Half Day Wine Country Tour is a pleasure for anyone who enjoys a good glass of wine or for those who just want to experience the beautiful scenery of California’s famous wine region.
Your tour departs from Fisherman's Wharf at midday and we head north, crossing San Francisco’s most iconic
landmark - the Golden Gate Bridge. Take in the breathtaking views of the San Francisco skyline and Alcatraz
Island while riding across the 1.7-mile span of the bridge. The tour continues through the charming seaside town of Sausalito, and then passing through Marin County into the world famous Carneros Wine Region and beautiful Sonoma Valley.
Enjoy the drive through the beautiful scenery with magnificent vineyards along the road and visit two highly
regarded Sonoma wineries for delicious wine tastings and an exclusive estate tour. A wine expert will introduce the fermentation process, barrel aging, and bottling, and you will be able to taste some of the best wines yourself.
Towards the end of the day, enjoy the scenic drive back to San Francisco, crossing the Golden Gate Bridge once more as the sun slowly starts to set into the Pacific Ocean!
This fun and informative Wine Country tour not only offers a taste of superb wineries in the region, but it also offers a chance to enjoy the splendor of the beautiful vineyards and picturesque Sonoma Valley as your guide escorts you from winery to winery.
Muir Woods in the morning
The tour departs from Fisherman's Wharf with a knowledgeable guide on board the bus. Relax in comfortable
seats and enjoy the scenic views while your tour guide shares fun and informative facts along the way. Cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy the breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. The tour continues along the Pacific Coast Highway, heading further to Muir Woods National Monument.
Muir Woods is home to Coast Redwoods, some of the world's tallest trees. With maps in hand, take a walk through the spectacular woods and indulge in all its natural beauty. Set aside in 1908 as a federally protected area, Muir Woods National Monument is the only surviving stand of Old Growth Forest in the Bay Area today. Explore the area by strolling around the paved walking trails to get a close look at the magnificent giants, or take a light hike up the unpaved trails to truly connect with the nature.
California Wine Country in the afternoon
From Muir Woods we head further north for a relaxing afternoon in California’s renowned Wine Country. Enjoy the drive through the beautiful scenery with magnificent vineyards along the road while your tour guide provides informative insights and leads you to the first superb location in famous Napa Valley. Visit one of the highly regarded wineries and enjoy a delicious wine tasting. Learn about the winemaking process and hear what makes each winery special while you sip some of the best wine in California and stroll through the vineyards.
After your first exquisite wine tasting experience, we continue to Sonoma Valley and Historic Downtown Sonoma Square with its charming shops, art galleries and a wonderful variety of dining options. Enjoy your time at leisure and relax on a lawn during a picnic, have lunch at one of the cozy cafes and restaurants, or sample cheese and wine at one of the local shops before heading on to the next winery.
Enjoy two more wine tastings at boutique wineries in Sonoma County where you can get to know the winemakers and learn about the special features of the wines they are offering.
Towards the end of the day, enjoy the scenic drive back to San Francisco, crossing the Golden Gate Bridge once again with breathtaking views of San Francisco’s skyline as the sun starts to set into the Pacific Ocean. A perfect end to a perfect day!
