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Road Trip: San Fran & Sonoma
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Short Description
This 6-day trip to Northern California will leave you craving more! With visits to exciting San Francisco and the quaint and laid-back vibe of the Sonoma wine region, you'll get the best of both worlds.
Start in one of California's most beautiful cities, rich with artistic culture, diverse neighborhoods, Victorian architecture, and top-class cuisine. Of course, San Francisco is also famous for its bright blue bay and fascinating political history! Visit the sea lions near Fisherman's Wharf, take an obligatory picture in front of the Golden Gate Bridge, have dinner in Chinatown, and take a ride down Lombard Street! Be sure to check out Pacific Heights, Haight-Ashbury, Union Square, and other must-see neighborhoods.
Next, skip the crowds of Napa and drive about 50 miles north to Sonoma. This is a food, wine, and nature lovers paradise! With more wineries than you can count, you're sure to discover quite a few bottles you love (and want to take home as a souvenir!). Spend time in charming Sonoma Plaza, exploring the many cafes, galleries, and restaurants set in beautiful historic buildings. Perhaps rent a bicycle and spend an afternoon riding the storybook roads to different wineries nearby. Walk the coastline at the beach and set up a picnic with locally-grown cheese and produce. The beautiful surroundings and relaxed lifestyle of this area will make you never want to leave.
Itinerary
Day 1 Welcome to San Francisco
To begin your trip, check into your San Francisco hotel. Once you're settled, head out and get to know the city! Tonight, you may want to check out the city's iconic Chinatown. Filled with fantastic restaurants, unique shops, and ornate temples, it's the perfect place for a hearty first-night meal!
Day 2 San Francisco
Enjoy breakfast, then explore at your leisure! Today, consider a visit to the Golden Gate Bridge. Once you take a ton of pictures, hang out in Golden Gate Park. Be sure to check out San Francisco Botanical Garden right next door! From there, you may want to make a stop at The Painted Ladies - a historical row of Victorian houses, most famously featured on the hit TV show Full House! If you haven't already, hop on an iconic cable car to Haight-Ashbury, the birthplace of the 1960s counterculture movement! Grab dinner at a restaurant in this funky area, and hit a record shop, or two!
Day 3 San Francisco
Rise and shine! Recharge with a delicious breakfast, then grab your camera and start exploring! Consider hanging around Fisherman's Wharf today. Known for its postcard-worthy views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz, this buzzing area is filled with souvenir shops, crab stands, and cute bakeries. You'll also find a colony of resident sea lions lounging in the sun! Be sure to make a stop at Ghiradelli Square and treat yourself to a decadent chocolate treat!
Day 4 San Francisco - Sonoma
Jump in your car and leave San Francisco behind as your journey continues further north to Sonoma County, well-known for its exceptional wineries. On your way, you might want to make a stop in Santa Rosa where outdoor activities are plentiful giving you the option to visit the Laguna de Santa Rosa or Trione-Annadel State Park to walk one of their many trails featuring ponds, native plants, and vineyard views. You can also make your way over to nearby tasting experiences at Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens and Matanzas Creek Winery where you can book a garden tour, sample a flight of wine, or learn about the best food and wine pairings. Check in to your Sonoma hotel and enjoy dinner at one of the nearby lovely restaurants before settling in for the evening.
Day 5 Sonoma
There are tons of wineries in the area so take your pick of where to head today! If the weather's nice you might consider renting a bicycle. Explore the romantic small town of Healdsburg, starting in its charming 19th-century plaza. Visit tasting rooms, peruse book stores, and shop in the many boutiques and art galleries. Then head to nearby Seghesio Family Vineyards to sample the famed zinfandel and try your hand at the bocce court, a popular activity in Sonoma. Next, head to Ferrari-Carano Winery & Gardens to meander the 5 acres of gorgeous gardens, waterfalls, and footbridges.
Day 6 Depart Sonoma
Your epic trip has come to an end. It's time to head home and start planning your next adventure!
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19,595 Great Value Vacations Travel Reviews & Ratings
Road Trip: San Fran & Sonoma
Company Reviews
Sleepy resort
Only 3 stars
The car rental was very good
The Croke Park Hotel was nice but not centrally located
The B and Bs were not good, the pictures on the web were outdated and not a true representation of the rooms. The bathrooms were very small and outdated at both Golf Links View (no view) and the Tynte House (no water pressure)
The accommodations in Westport were fine.
Just to be upfront we did not stay at Fitzgeralds, we were delayed and just got our own accommodations.
Satisfied with overall airfare and…
Great Value - Great Experience
Useful documents provided
Very convenient to have everything…
Details
Flight & Transport Inclusions
Transport not included
Group Size
Independent
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