Top California Holidays - page 3

Visit some of the top wineries in Napa and Sonoma counties on this private wine tour from San Francisco. Traveling by private vehicle with your own chauffeur, you'll discover the best of California wine country as you enjoy wine tastings at select wineries. When booking, select the option that suits your group size. Because this is a private tour, your itinerary can be customized.

Taste some of California's best wines on this tour of California’s Central Coast Wine Region. Enjoy breathtaking views on the way to Santa Ynez Valley on board a luxury passenger van. Our local guide will enhance your wine production knowledge while you tour our partner wineries. Admission to three wineries, lunch and snacks are included with this tasting tour.

It’s difficult to appreciate the beauty of Napa Valley’s rolling vineyards from between the vines—it’s much easier from the skies. Starting just after sunrise, step into your hot-air balloon to watch the valley come alive, floating up to 2,000 feet in the air. Enjoy coffee before and sparkling wine after, celebrating your silent journey gliding along the California horizon.

If you want to see more of Sonoma beyond the wineries, set off on an open-air adventure through the countryside on a fun and eco-friendly electric trike. Cruise alongside rolling vineyards and orchards on Sonoma's backroads, stopping along the way at both historic sites and culinary destinations. Of course, no day in Sonoma would be complete without wine, so you'll also stop at one or two locally loved wineries for a taste.

Fly over Temecula Valley wine country in a hot air balloon, and see its vineyards, citrus groves, wineries, and estates from high above. Since hot air balloons drift with the wind, every flight is different, making this a unique way to experience the scenic region. Each flight ends with a celebration toast of sparkling wine, cider, or mimosas, to mark the outing as an occasion to remember.

Hike the redwoods and sip on world-class wine on this Muir Woods wine country day trip. Led by an expert guide, enjoy views of the San Francisco Bay and Marin Headlands as you travel to the trails of the famous Muir Woods. After admiring groves of California redwoods, head to Sonoma and Napa Valley for an afternoon of wine tasting. There, sample wine and cheese at a handful of notable cellars before returning to your original departure point.

Experience California’s most renowned wine country with a fun and relaxing tour aboard the Napa Valley Wine Trolley. Travel through the picturesque vineyards of northern Napa aboard a replica of an iconic San Francisco cable car, stopping at three premium wineries to sample the local bounty. Enjoy a catered picnic lunch of farm-fresh products, and learn Napa trivia from a local guide throughout the day. Please note: You must be 21 years or older to take this tour.

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!

Savor the distinctive flavors of Carlsbad Village with a food and walking tour of the scenic seaside gem. Get an insider’s look at the culinary scene, local history and landmarks as you explore with knowledgeable guides and enjoy a series of six gourmet tastings. Pause to sip award-winning California wines, sample luscious desserts and try a series of unique specialty foods, and season your experience with behind-the-scenes stories about Carlsbad Village’s vibrant gourmet culture, hippest restaurants and cutting-edge artisanal products.

Take an electric Duffy boat to explore Marina Del Rey, a laid-back coastal community with boats, beaches and cycle paths. Explore its water ways and look out for sea lions, coastal birds, boat houses and enormous luxury yachts. It’s a relaxing way to enjoy the water, get a sense of the community and connect with nature. This shared experience comes with a fine selection of meat, cheese, fruit and wine.

Watch the sunset aboard a luxury catamaran on this 90-minute evening cruise from Dana Point Harbor in Orange County. Sample organic wines accompanied by cheese, crackers, fruits, and nuts while taking in the ocean views.

Be whisked away in the old-world charm of a trolley but with black-car touches. Before you know it you will feel like you have been transported to a scenic region that many compare to Italy. Soon your sense of taste will be treated to a variety of uniquely delicious wines as you sample 15-18 different wines throughout your tour. Temecula Wine Trolley invites you to a unique open-air experience on most beautiful Temecula weather days. But, on those rare occasions when the weather is less than ideal, panoramic-view windows allow you to view the beauty of Temecula Wine Country from the comfort of our air conditioned or heated trolley regardless of the season!

Grab a group of friends for a day of wine-tasting fun in the Santa Ynez Valley. It's an all-inclusive tour and you can sample a wide range of locally produced wines without worrying about who's going to drive home after. Visit three wineries where you'll learn more about the wine-making process, see the vineyards, and enjoy a picnic lunch at one.

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.

Savor the best of Northern California Wine Country. You’ll delight in sampling wines and gastronomic delights on this full-day tour of Napa and Sonoma. You'll begin your journey at the Oxbow Public Market, enjoy wine tastings in both Napa and Sonoma, where you'll take in the delightful notes of each region, and have free time to explore historic Sonoma Square. You’ll have ample time to enjoy as you wish in Sonoma Square. You can choose from countless options for a unique lunchtime experience, such as a self-guided food tour sampling the many cuisines, picking up a bottle of wine for a picnic style lunch, enjoying a sit-down meal at a Michelin star restaurant, or the option to add-on another wine tasting at one of the many charming tasting rooms in downtown Sonoma.

Savor the best of Sonoma’s cuisine on a food tour in the heart of California wine country. Sample locally-made wines and artisanal cheeses as you stroll Sonoma’s historic downtown with a foodie guide, then try fine chocolates and olive oil at chic, cutting-edge boutiques. Soak up the latest flavors at six curated tasting stops along a relaxed, route and get an insider’s perspective on Sonoma’s gourmet culture. Learn the stories behind the region’s culinary legends, thriving vineyards, and remarkable artisanal renaissance.

Experience some of Santa Barbara's best local wines while visiting three Santa Ynez vineyards. This all-inclusive tour allows you to sample a variety of wines at each winery, and enjoy a picnic lunch at one. The best vineyards are selected depending on the time of year you visit, so you see a range of wineries with different atmospheres and strengths.

Learn all about Santa Barbara’s spookiest ghost stories and supposedly haunted highlights—and enjoy top-rated local wine as part of the experience—on this two-in-one, small-group tour. Meet your guide right at an area winery, indulge in sips and samples, and listen to their tales of paranormal encounters. Then embark on a walking tour around town, from El Presidio de Santa Bárbara State Historic Park to City Hall and Chinatown.

Join us for an unforgettable Santa Barbara Wine Country Adventure from Santa Barbara, Solvang, Santa Ynez, Buellton, Montecito, Goleta. Travel in upscale, air conditioned comfort, with leather seats, tall ceilings & large picture windows for admiring the stunning scenery. Hear history & stories of the area as you travel with your guide. Customize your adventure! Wine NOT included. After pick up, select 3 stops: - Wine taste among grape vines in beautiful vineyards. Choose up to 3 wineries from our daily curated list. Substitute 1 or more vineyard stops to explore: - Danish Village of Solvang, known for its wine, windmills & Danish pastries and over 15 wine tasting rooms. - Charming Wine Country Village of Los Olivos with over 25 winery tasting rooms. - Approx 5hrs in wine country plus travel time from pick up & drop off locations. (See below) California is the US wine capital. Over 20 million people visit each year. Join us on a fun, scenic & informative wine tour & find out why!

Taste your way through Paso Robles wine country on a half- or full-day tour of the area’s most beloved wineries. Visit several tasting rooms with a focus on family-owned, unique winemakers that craft distinctive bottles. Enjoy the personal experience of a convivial, small-group tour that offers a chance to create your own perfect itinerary. Hear stories about Paso Robles’ colorful past and winemaking history as you savor the area’s celebrated Zinfandels, Cabernet Sauvignons, and Bordeaux varieties, along with flights of distinctive local blends.

If you’re planning on visiting Napa and Sonoma area wineries, it can be quite the ordeal planning out all the details by yourself. Leave the planning to wine country locals by prebooking this Napa and Sonoma Private Wine Tour. This tour is for up to six people and can be customized to your preferences. Plus, you can even start your ride with a little bubbly if you’d like to get the good times rolling.

Discover the great wines of the Santa Ynez valley during a private 4-hour wine tour. This part of Santa Barbara's heralded wine country is home to more than 120 mostly family-owned wineries. You can customize your itinerary in consultation with your private guide to create a half-day tour itinerary that visits the places of your choosing. Includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Lompoc, Buellton, Los Olivos, Solvang, Los Alamo, and Santa Ynez.

Many wine tasting tours in the Santa Barbara region stop at large commercial wineries with crowded bars and cellar door tasting rooms. Avoid the crowds and savor a more intimate wine tasting experience on this tour around exclusive private estates and small-production wineries that aren’t open to the public. Sample premium wines in private tasting rooms and go behind the scenes with winemakers and owner-operators to discover the secrets behind their wines.