Heart of California
Find your place in the heart of California with this amazing itinerary, starting in San Francisco and ending in Monterey. Sightsee and shop in the City by the Bay, ride the cable cars and get a glimpse ‘behind bars’ at infamous Alcatraz. Experience California’s stunning and world-renowned wine region with stays in both Sonoma County and Napa Valley, and enjoy the awesome scenery of Yosemite National Park before ending by the ocean in historic Monterey.
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12 nights / 13 days from £3,880 per person. Price is based on two people sharing standard rooms and include economy flights from London. |
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Days 1 to 3
San Francisco
After arriving at San Francisco International Airport a private transfer will take you to the Fairmont San Francisco for a three-night stay. Fill your days with sightseeing and exploring the city’s many sights and attractions. Venture down to Union Square, the epicentre of the city’s shopping district with famous shops like Macy’s, Saks and Tiffany & Co.. Ride the city’s famous cable cars all the way from Market and Powell Streets to Fisherman’s Wharf. Grab a bite to eat in Chinatown. Or cross the water for a tour of the once-notorious prison Alcatraz.
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Days 4 to 5
Sonoma County
Collect your hire car in downtown San Francisco and head north across the Golden Gate Bridge and into California’s wine country for a two-night stay at the charming and characterful Farmhouse Inn. Home to more than 400 wineries and many fantastic artisanal producers, Sonoma County offers plenty to enjoy.
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Days 6 to 7
Napa Valley
Cross from Sonoma County into Napa Valley for a two-night stay at Meadowood Napa. With over 400 wineries complete with tasting rooms, Napa Valley is a wine lover’s dream. Health enthusiasts will take equal pleasure in the area’s rejuvenating hot springs and spas with their mineral-rich volcanic waters, which have brought visitors to the area since the 1800s. Enjoy the shops, galleries and vibrant art scene of nearby St. Helena or why not take to the skies and add the high-flying experience of a hot-air balloon trip over the vineyards.