Globus > SAN FRANCISCO AND CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY

SAN FRANCISCO AND CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY
8 Days starting from $1,759

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Length: 8 Days
Type: Other Tours
Category: Other Tours
Operator: Globus
Tour Code: AL-2008
   
 
About This Tour


Welcome to the Golden State! On this magnificent eight-day trip blend the sights of sophisticated San Francisco with California’s renowned wine country. Start in San Francisco, one of the world’s most beautiful cities, with a sightseeing tour and cruise across San Francisco Bay. Spend a day at leisure experiencing the city on your own or take an optional excursion up the rugged coast through the Salinas Valley to Monterey and onto spectacular 17-Mile drive, ending in the posh resort town of Carmel. Next, spend four nights getting to know Napa and Sonoma. Wineries visited include Roche, Viansa, Ravenswood, Buena Vista, MUMM, and Calistoga Cellars. A highlight of this trip is the relaxing train journey aboard the infamous Napa Valley Wine Train, featuring beautiful scenery and spectacular food. On your last evening, indulge in a special Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner hosted by your Tour Director.

 
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City Highlights
SAN FRANCISCO:
Welcome reception; city sightseeing; San Francisco Bay cruise

SONOMA:
Visit Roche Winery; picnic lunch at Viansa Winery; visit Solano San Francisco Mission & General Vallejo’s home; twilight tasting at Buena Vista Winery

NAPA:
Lunch journey on the Napa Valley Wine Train; visit Mumm Napa, Envy Wines, and COPIA: the American Center for Wine, Food & the Arts; Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner

Meals
Welcome reception (WR); American breakfast daily (B); 2 lunches (L); 2 dinners (D), including a Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner in Napa.

Hotels:
SAN FRANCISCO Westin Market Street (MD), NAPA Napa Valley Marriott (SF)
Day 1:
San Francisco. (Fri.) Welcome to the Golden State! This evening, mix and mingle with your traveling
companions at the 6:30 p.m. WELCOME RECEPTION where your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure. (WR)

Day 2:
San Francisco. (Sat.) Morning sightseeing in one of the world’s most beautiful cities, famous for its natural harbor, lush parks, cable cars, and bustling docks. Your tour includes Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, Fisherman’s Wharf, and much more. Afterward, sit back and relax as you enjoy a CRUISE across San Francisco Bay. Tonight, you may want to venture back to Fisherman’s Wharf for dinner at one of the area’s famous restaurants. (B)

Day 3:
San Francisco. (Sun.) Today is at leisure to explore San Francisco on your own. Alternatively, you may want to join an optional excursion that takes you to one of the natural wonders of the world, Yosemite National Park. (B)

Day 4:
San Francisco–Sonoma County–Napa. (Mon.) This morning, cross the famous Golden Gate Bridge and visit the pristine waterfront community of Sausalito. Free time to explore this quaint Mediterranean-style village’s\shops, galleries, and breathtaking views. Continue to Sonoma County and visit family-owned ROCHE WINERY in the Carneros region to tour their vineyards and taste their award-winning wines. A short drive brings you to VIANSA WINERY & ITALIAN MARKET PLACE for a picnic-style lunch and time to enjoy their beautiful gardens and market. Check into your hotel with time to savor their daily wine reception. (B,L)

Day 5:
Napa & Sonoma County. (Tue.) Enjoy a morning at leisure. Visit the SOLANO DE SAN FRANCISCO MISSION and GENERAL VALLEJO’S HOME. Enjoy free time in the town square before visiting BUENA VISTA WINERY; dating back to 1857, it’s the oldest California winery still in operation. A special educational TWILIGHT TASTING awaits. Learn how different wines pair with various savory and sweet flavors. (B,D)

Day 6:
Napa Valley. The Wine Train. (Wed.) Late this morning, board a luxurious Pullman lounge car and enjoy a relaxing TRAIN JOURNE Y through the lush Napa Valley. Relive the days of elegant rail travel while enjoying a sumptuous 3-course lunch on board. This afternoon, learn how famous champagne maker MUMM makes its California sparkling wine in the traditional French method at MUMM NAPA. Sample a glass of their bubbly to toast a great day! (B,L)

Day 7:
Napa Valley. (Thu.) Start your day with a visit to COPIA: THE AMERICAN CENTER FOR WINE, FOOD AND THE ARTS. Enjoy free time to stroll through this fun, interactive center. Be sure to visit the center’s gardens and see the display of copper cookware owned by Julia Child, an advisor in the creation of COPIA. Next, a drive through Napa Valley, past the Culinary Institute of America, to the town of Calistoga, famous for its hot-water geysers. Time for lunch on your own in downtown Calistoga and to stroll the streets that retain their charm of yesteryear. Finally this afternoon, stop at the splendid ENVY WINES for a guided tour of their barrel aging cellar topped off with a special tasting straight from the barrel. This evening your Tour Director hosts a special GLOBUS FAREWELL CELEBRATION DINNER. Wonderful conversation and cuisine make the perfect finale for your vacation. (B,D)

Day 8:
Napa–San Francisco. (Fri.) Head to San Francisco International Airport this morning for guests with homebound flights. Please schedule flights after noon. The motorcoach then continues into downtown where the vacation ends. (B)


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A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.

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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

         
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SAN FRANCISCO:
Welcome reception; city sightseeing; San Francisco Bay cruise

SONOMA:
Visit Roche Winery; picnic lunch at Viansa Winery; visit Solano San Francisco Mission & General Vallejo’s home; twilight tasting at Buena Vista Winery

NAPA:
Lunch journey on the Napa Valley Wine Train; visit Mumm Napa, Envy Wines, and COPIA: the American Center for Wine, Food & the Arts; Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner

CURRENT SPECIALS:

Book now and take $200 off per couple on any air-inclusive European Low Season Vacations.*

* Book a 2008/2009 Globus Europe Winter air-inclusive vacation on select carriers to receive the $100 per person discount. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between June 4 and August 31, 2008 for travel commencing between October 1, 2008 and April 30, 2009. To secure the air booking, an additional deposit of $250 is required, which is refundable until the time that the flight information is confirmed. Offers not valid with one another or any offer and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.


Save up to $600 per stateroom on 2009 Globus River and Small Ship Cruises

Discover an entirely new way to uncover the wonders of the world with river and small ship cruises. From a wine tasting adventure through the vineyards of France to island hopping in the Galapagos Islands, you’re sure to find a Globus river or small ship cruise that speaks to your heart. There’s simply no more peaceful way to sample the charming cities and awe-inspiring sights of Europe, China, Egypt and the Galápagos Islands.

*Book a 2009 Globus River Cruise air-inclusive vacation to receive the $300 off per person offer. Cruise-only bookings are eligible for the $125 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between May 14 and August 31, 2008 for travel through December 31, 2009. To secure the air booking, an additional deposit of $250 is required, which is refundable until the time that the flight information is confirmed. Offers not valid with one-another or any other offer and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.


Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus

Discount for young travelers

Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.

Pay less for your second vacation

We charge you vacation price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Globus vacation you take in the same year, you pay US$35 under list. Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. It’s fun to play the add-a-vacation game yourself or talk to your travel agent.

Triple room reduction

On most Globus vacations you receive a reduction when three people travel together and share the same accommodations. Triple room reductions, when available, are listed on the itinerary pages. A word of caution: Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms and the third bed, if there is one, is often a rollaway put in a twin-bedded room.

Avoid the single room supplement

We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!


Do you have a large party of friends or family that wants to travel?

Right now when you book between 5 and 7 people before December 31, 2008, each passenger will save $75.* For example, book 5 passengers and receive a $375 discount, 6 passengers equals a $450 discount and 7 passengers will receive a $525 discount. With an offer like this, the world’s greatest destinations are now closer than ever!

*Book a 2009 Globus vacation for five, six or seven travelers to receive the $75 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit, and discount applied between Jun 4 and Dec 31, 2008 for travel through December 31, 2009. Individuals must be traveling together from the same origination point to receive the discount. Not valid with any other offer and applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.


   
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