Road Trip: San Fran & Sonoma

Great Value Vacations Preferred
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
4.1 . Great
87%
Travel Style: Array Relaxed
Physical Level: N/A
  • N/A
  • Lodging Level: Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
    6 days
    From: $ 481 $ 80 / day
    Checking price

    Overview

    Highlights (Bullets)

    • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 7 days!

    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.

    Style Self-guided tour
    See all the highlights and popular spots on a classic tour.
    Itinerary Focus Classic Highlights
    Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
    Lodging Level Value (3*)
    Flight & Transport Inclusions Transport not included
    Start City San Francisco
    End City Sonoma

    Destinations

    United States

    Attractions & Cities Visited

    N/A

    Activities & Interests

    Culture

    N/A
    See more

    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! 

    Availability

    Checking price
    Price From $ 481
    Price Per Day: $ 80 per day

    19,595 Great Value Vacations Travel Reviews & Ratings

    87%
    4.1 out of 5 (100+ reviews)
    Excellent 10,235
    Great 4,616
    Average 2,264
    Disappointing 1,037
    Terrible 1,443
    Value
    4.1
    Guide
    4.1
    Activities
    4.1
    Lodging
    4.1
    Transportation
    4.1
    Meals
    4.1

    Road Trip: San Fran & Sonoma

    No reviews yet for this trip. Be the first one to write a review

    Company Reviews

    Sleepy resort

    3.0
    Details
    Value3.0
    Guide3.0
    Activities3.0
    Lodging3.0
    Transportation3.0
    Meals3.0
    Overall I enjoyed myself but accommodations are in need of updating and could have been much better. I would rate the Vista Sol resort in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
    Read more

    Only 3 stars

    3.0
    Details
    Value3.0
    Guide3.0
    Activities3.0
    Lodging3.0
    Transportation3.0
    Meals3.0
    The flights were very good
    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.
    Read more

    Satisfied with overall airfare and…

    4.0
    Details
    Value4.0
    Guide4.0
    Activities4.0
    Lodging4.0
    Transportation4.0
    Meals4.0
    Satisfied with overall airfare and hotel accommodation for the price.

    Great Value - Great Experience

    5.0
    Details
    Value5.0
    Guide5.0
    Activities5.0
    Lodging5.0
    Transportation5.0
    Meals5.0
    The trip was very enjoyable. The cost was budget friendly. We had no issues from end to end.

    Useful documents provided

    5.0
    Details
    Value5.0
    Guide5.0
    Activities5.0
    Lodging5.0
    Transportation5.0
    Meals5.0
    I found on my own the travel documents and itinerary online that proved very useful on my trip, but Great Value also prompted me to get them. The accommodations provided with the package were as expected. Cost was quite reasonable.
    Read more

    Very convenient to have everything…

    5.0
    Details
    Value5.0
    Guide5.0
    Activities5.0
    Lodging5.0
    Transportation5.0
    Meals5.0
    Very convenient to have everything packaged! Was a whirlwind to see so much so fast! The London TootBus didn't work out due to traffic and their time constraints for breaks and stops. So I wouldn't book that part again. The Alex hotel was the best location in Dublin and the staff went above and beyond!
    Read more

    Details

    Flight & Transport Inclusions

    Transport not included

    Group Size

    Independent

    Trip ID#:

    Greatvaluevacations-PK

    ×
    Great Choice!

    You can access members-only savings of up to $700 on over 6,000 Travelstride Select trips.

    Sign in to see trip eligibility

    or
    or
    Provide email and password

    With your FREE membership you get to:

    • Save up to $700 per person!*
    • Access private deals and offers
    • See personalized trip recommendations
    • Save favorite trips
    *See Member Savings Program details
    Already a member?

    We respect your privacy and take great care to protect your information. By joining you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.

    ×

    You could save $ 125 per person on this trip!

    TripSaver
    Flexible travel vouchers redeemable on thousands of trips like this one!
    ×
    ×
    ×
    Sign in to Save Trips
    Welcome back! We're so happy to see you. ? Forgot Password?
    Don't have an account? Join
    • Bookmark trips you like
    • Share with your travel companions
    • Track price changes
    • Access private discounts on trips you save
    ×
    Sign in to see your results

    TripFinder is a member-only feature. Don’t worry, it’s free!

    With a membership you:

    • Save up to $700 per person!*
    • Access private deals and offers
    • See personalized trip recommendations
    • Save favorite trips
    *See Member Savings Program details
    ×
    Activate your free Travelstride membership

    Just use the email address and password provided in the email we sent.

    ? Forgot Password?

    With your free membership you:

    • Save up to $700 per person!*
    • Access private deals and offers
    • See personalized trip recommendations
    • Save favorite trips
    *See Member Savings Program details
    ×
    To Follow, sign in or sign up (it's free) ? Forgot Password?
    Don't have an account? Join
    member benefits

    By signing in, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use

    First name is required!
    Last name is required!
    First name is not valid!
    Last name is not valid!
    This is not an email address!
    Email address is required!
    This email is already registered!
    Please enter valid email address
    Password is required!
    Enter a valid password!
    Please enter 6 or more characters!
    Please enter 32 or less characters!
    Passwords are not the same!
    Terms and Conditions are required!
    Email or Password is wrong!
    Please select the captcha checkbox!
    Please select the valid captcha!
    Something went wrong! Try again later!

    "I'm bored' is a useless thing to say. You live in a great, big, vast world that you've seen none percent of."
    Louis C.K.
    x
    x
    Download your brochure

    Enter your email to get the "" brochure.

    x
    Brochure successfully sent!

    We've sent the "" brochure to "". Check your inbox!