Top California Holidays - page 4

Take a relaxing afternoon small-group sailing cruise aboard a traditional sailboat on the San Francisco Bay. Cruise past landmarks such as Alcatraz Island, Angel Island, the Sausalito waterfront, and Golden Gate Bridge, and see the San Francisco skyline on your way back to Pier 39. Includes two drinks, and personalized attention from the crew and captain.

Learn about the art of wine-and-food pairing as you embark on a walking tour through Healdsburg. Join a small group of food lovers and sample Sonoma’s best bottles and bites as you explore local venues. From local cheeses, jams, and unique dishes, each pairing makes you rethink the way you experience food and wine. Learn about the area's thriving culinary scene and hear the stories behind Sonoma’s family vineyards.

Enjoy two classic North Bay experiences in one day—and make your sightseeing more personal—on this redwoods and wine-tasting tour from San Francisco. Head first to Muir Woods to walk among some of the most ancient redwood trees on earth, then enjoy two winery visits with included wine tastings in Sonoma and Napa before driving across the Golden Gate Bridge back to the city.

Taste your way through Paso Robles wine country—and leave all the logistics to someone else—on this hassle-free small-group tour. Look forward to visiting up to four different wineries in one trip, with round-trip transit provided so you don't need to worry about driving. Along the way, hear stories about Paso Robles’ colorful past and winemaking history, savor a range of wines, and upgrade to include prepaid tasting fees.

Hop into your private SUV for a wine tour of the Sonoma or Napa Valley with a private guide. You can make your own itinerary and your guide/driver will be happy to provide recommendations. You can taste as much wine as you like (tasting fees at your own expense) without worrying about who will be the sober driver; all of your transportation is taken care of.

Discover the natural and manmade beauty of 17-Mile Drive on an electric bike tour from Pacific Grove. The e-bike allows you to cover more ground without getting worn out. The tour is great for the whole family, with the option to ride tandem with children weighing up to 120 lbs (54 kgs). Along the way, learn about the area from your guide and make stops at impressive viewpoints.

Arrange for a stress-free ride to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)—and benefit from an itinerary that's tailored your needs and schedule—with this private departure transfer service. Meet your driver at your address in downtown San Francisco, Oakland, Sausalito, or Berkeley. Then, relax on the journey to the airport aboard a sedan or SUV, depending on the size of your group.

Take a San Francisco half-day tour to pack in the city’s top sights in a convenient way that leaves you with plenty of time to spare so you can enjoy the city however you wish. With a driver-guide, travel the city by bus, stopping at major attractions such as the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, and exploring neighborhoods like North Beach and Chinatown. Plus, you can upgrade to include a San Francisco Bay cruise or admission to the Aquarium of the Bay.

Learn to surf at one of California’s most famous spots during this introductory surfing class at Venice Beach. This class is suitable for all levels, whether it's your first time surfing or you are advancing your skills. Spend some time training on the beach, then hop in the Pacific Ocean for instruction in the water, followed by time for practice.

Experience the best of San Francisco in one day on a combined tour of the city, Muir Woods National Monument, and Sausalito town. This narrated small-group tour takes in all of the San Francisco highlights, from Golden Gate Park and Haight-Ashbury to the Palace of Fine Arts and Presidio. Then wander on foot under California’s giant coastal redwoods before exploring the gift shops and galleries of Sausalito.

In just one day, experience the best of San Francisco by land and sea with this combo package that includes a hop-on hop-off bus ticket and a bay cruise. With your 24-hour bus pass, check out the top attractions of San Francisco, and disembark where and when you wish. The boat cruise, meanwhile, takes you through San Francisco Bay, offering prime views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and more.

Combine history with wine tasting on this guided walking tour around San Diego’s Little Italy. Discover the area’s history in a fun way, with stops at three locations to sample unique wines from California and Italy. Enjoy Italian food samples, such as pizza, calamari and meatballs, at two of the three locations.

Save time and money and explore both San Francisco and Alcatraz on this 2-in-1 tour. Enjoy a coach tour with a knowledgeable local guide. Learn about the City by the Bay through visits to top attractions such as Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, the Presidio, and the Palace of Fine Arts. Then, hop aboard a ferry for a scenic ride to Alcatraz and explore with the award-winning audio walking tour.

Dive deep into one of San Francisco’s most historic neighborhoods on this Chinatown walking tour. From paper lanterns to medicinal herbs to a fortune cookie factory, explore both popular and lesser-known gems in this bustling district with an in-the-know guide. Learn about Chinatown's fascinating history and culture, as well as private clubs, from your expert insider guide.

California’s best wines aren’t only from Napa—on this tour, you’ll experience the wonderful wines of Temecula across three of the region’s best vineyards. You’ll start the sipping at a boutique hotspot with great views, grab lunch at your second winery, and finish with live music and a production tour, where you can sample wines so fresh they’ve yet to be bottled. When in Temecula!

Roll through Northern California’s famous wine country on the renowned Napa Valley Wine Train. Pass charming towns like Rutherford and St. Helena, and soak up the scenery of rolling hills, vineyards, and estates through large picture windows on the trip. Explore the restored vintage train cars, and then take a seat for a gourmet lunch or dinner freshly prepared by the train’s acclaimed on-board restaurant.

Sample the best of wine country on this food and wine tour of Healdsburg. Led by a local guide, stroll the charming town and progressively dine your way through several local establishments, including a highly acclaimed tapas bar, a farm-to-fork jewel, and a wine boutique. Learn about the sustainable methods of the chefs and winemakers, and treat your taste buds along the way.

Explore North Sonoma world-class wineries on this all-day excursion. After a convenient Sonoma County hotel pickup, learn about the region’s rich wine history and culture from an informative local guide and head to three back roads wineries. Enjoy bottled water and a delicious picnic lunch at a scenic winery—they’re included in the tour price.

Enjoy a day in wine country outside San Diego in Temecula. Your small group is chauffeured to Old Town from San Diego to start the day exploring the quaint town and its shops and galleries. From there, enjoy lunch and a tasting at a winery. After your picnic, tour more wineries, enjoying tastings, and learn about the wines as you go.

The Sonoma Valley is one of California’s oldest and most renowned wine regions. On this full-day tour, travel around the Sonoma Valley in a Vintage VW bus and visit award-winning wineries. Learn all about the winemaking process as you tour a wine cave, sample a variety of Californian wines during guided wine tastings (own expense), and tuck into a gourmet Italian-style lunch at a winery restaurant (own expense).

Get an overview of Paso Robles wine country while you zip through rolling vineyards on board a vintage-inspired sidecar with this private wine tour. Visit three wineries to tour the grapevine-covered hills, learn about production and aging, and sample a variety of vintages (tasting fees extra) during tastings overlooking the countryside. An ideal introduction to Paso Robles wines for a couple or group of friends.

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For wine enthusiasts, Sonoma and Napa Valleys are the pinnacle of the North American wine experience. However, for the uninitiated, choosing where and when to go can be a little daunting. This tour shuttles you in style from San Francisco to three top-rated wineries, where you can enjoy tours and tasting. Upgrade to include a hop-on hop-off bus tour of San Francisco as well.

Taste your way through three of Temecula's most popular wineries—and don’t worry about finding your own transportation or designated driver—on this half-day tasting tour. Leave the driving to someone else and relax aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned limousine trolley or SUV. At each stop, taste five to six different wines, and enjoy a charcuterie box along the way. Then, pose for photos taken by your guide to help capture the memories.