1. Arrive San Francisco
Tour begins: Westin San Francisco Market Street at 5:30 PM. Welcome to one of the world's most beloved cities, San Francisco! Join us this evening for a welcome reception and dinner. Meals D
2. Explore San Francisco / Sausalito. A sightseeing tour includes landmark sights and attractions including Lombard Street, known as the "crookedest street in the world;" Fisherman's Wharf; North Beach, noted for its 1950's "beat" generation; Twin Peaks, where you'll get a 360 degree view of the city; and the Civic Center; and a look at Victorian San Francisco 
to view the architectural styles of bygone days, including Victorian, Italianate and Queen Anne-style treasures. Then its all aboard a catamaran for a private cruise in San Francisco Bay. Sail by Alcatraz Island, cross under the Golden Gate Bridge, and look for sea lions that commonly frequent these waters. Meals B
3. Sights of San Francisco 
A mecca for food lovers, the bayfront Ferry Terminal Building buzzes with artisan food shops, restaurants and wine bars, in addition to fresh Farmers Market produce. Join an epicurean concierge for a customised tour of San Francisco's exciting food culture featuring exclusive tastings and specialty talks, then explore at your leisure for the rest of the day. Meals B
4. Muir Woods / Sonoma Valley. Journey to the vineyards and wineries of Sonoma and Napa Valleys in the renowned wine country. A guided visit to Muir Woods takes you deep within the heart of the beautiful redwood tree groves. Remainder of the day is free to enjoy the amenities of the resort. Meals: B
5. Wine Train / Napa Valley. Embark on a journey aboard the Wine Train through the vineyards of Napa Valley. Return to the gracious era of elegant rail travel on a 36-mile excursion through wine valleys that ends in the quaint village of St. Helena. Dine in the restored 1917 Pullman Dining Car, replete with rich mahogany and etched glass. Upon your return to the resort you have a choice of taking a walk through historic Sonoma with your Tauck Director or spend time at leisure enjoying the resort's amenities. Meals: BLD
6. Visit to a winery. You may choose to start the day with an optional early morning Hot-Air Balloon ride over the lush vineyards of the Napa Valley (additional cost £123). A private tour, lunch and tasting at the Benziger Family Winery is followed by an afternoon visit to COPIA, the American Center for Wine, Food and the Arts. Join us for a farewell wine and cheese reception followed by dinner. Meals: BLD
7. Journey Home. Travel from Sonoma back to San Francisco where your journey comes to an end. Tour ends: San Francisco International Airport at 10:00 AM. Allow a minimum of two hours for flight check-in. Meals: B
Departure dates 2008
7 Days / 6 Nights
Begins San Francisco
May 10, 24, 31
Jun 21
Jul 12, 19
Aug 09, 16
Sep 06, 13, 27
Oct 04, 11, 18
Additional departure dates may become available as these sell out.
Prices 2008
Price Per Person
Twin £1029
Single £1329
Triple £1009
Price includes all sightseeing in the itinerary plus choices as specified; choices are not transferable to other days unless indicated. Hot Air Balloon Option - add £123 per person.
11 Meals Included
Transatlantic airfare is additional.
Special Airfares: Airfare to and from San Francisco is additional. Tauck offers special round-trip airfares, subject to availability; inquire at time of booking
Night 1,2,3 Westin San Francisco Market Street, San Francisco, CA
Night 4,5,6 The Lodge at Sonoma, A Renaissance Resort & Spa, Sonoma, CA
