San Francisco & Wine Country

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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 c...

Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

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

What's this trip about?

    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.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CitySan Francisco
End CitySan Francisco

Travel Themes

  • Culinary & Wine
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • North America
  • United States

Activities

  • Culture
  • Independent

Trip includes

    • Roundtrip economy class airfare to San Francisco (SFO)
    • Automatic rental car for the duration of your trip Pick up and drop off SFO 3 nights in San Francisco at the Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf*
    • 2 nights in Sonoma at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sonoma Wine Country
    • Buffet breakfast during your stay in San Francisco Want another night in Sonoma? Check out the 6-night option! *Please Note: A Facility Fee of $29 plus tax, per room per night, is required to be paid directly to the hotel in destination.

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to San Francisco

Upon arrival in San Francisco, make your way to your hotel and check-in. Once you're all 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 sto...

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...

Day 4 San Francisco - Sonoma

Jump in your rental car and leave San Francisco behind as your journey continues further North to Sonoma County, well-known for its exceptional wineries. Craving a bit of nature? On your way, you might want to make a stop in Santa Rosa where outdoor activities ...

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 to travel between some today. 

Explore the romantic small town of Healdsburg, starting in its charming 19th centur...

Day 6 Depart San Francisco

Sadly it's time to say goodbye.  Be sure to give yourself time to drive back to San Francisco, drop off your rental car and check in for your flight home.

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Price per day$188
Last Updated: 10/31/2023

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