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North California and the Wine Country - Escorted Tour
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San Francisco Tour the highlights of the City-by-the-Bay. -
Sonoma Valley Visit a local winery, enjoy wine tasting and see the beautiful historic Sonoma Plaza.
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Napa Valley Enjoy wine tasting and dinner aboard the elegant Napa Valley Wine Train.
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Lake Tahoe Discover this amazing lake, the largest alpine lake in North America.
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Yosemite National Park Explore Yosemite Valley and admire the iconic Half Dome, El Capitan and waterfalls.
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San Juan Bautista Discover the historic Old Mission San Juan Bautista.
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California Coast Enjoy the scenic drive along Highway 1 to Big Sur.
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Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park Marvel at the famous giant coastal redwood trees.
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Day 1 IRELAND - SAN FRANCISCO
Welcome to San Francisco! A complimentary transfer is provided to the tour hotel. Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer your questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Drink at the hotel. Hotel: Hyatt Regency San Francisco
Day 2 SAN FRANCISCO SIGHTSEEING & AT LEISURE
This morning explore some of San Francisco's most famous landmarks. See Union Square, stately Victorian mansions, Lombard Street, Golden Gate Park, the Financial District, Chinatown and Fisherman's Wharf. This afternoon is free for you to pursue your own interests. This evening, join your Tour Director for a walking tour through Chinatown, the largest of its kind outside of Asia. Learn about the many streets and alleys, various Chinese-style buildings, tea and herbal shops; stop at the Golden Gate Cookie Factory to see how fortune cookies are made and sample freshly made cookies. Your visit to Chinatown concludes with a delicious Chinese Banquet at a local restaurant.(FB HD)
Day 3 SAN FRANCISCO - SONOMA - NAPA
Today your Tour Director reveals a Hidden Treasure. Heading north, travel across the Golden Gate Bridge into California's premier Wine Country. In Sonoma Valley, stop at a family-owned vineyard for an exclusive winery experience. Meet with the owners who take you on a private tour of their gravity flow winery. Sample estate-produced wines and olive oil served with local artisan cheeses and cured meats and savour a delicious luncheon served alfresco. Heading along the picturesque Carneros Highway, arrive in Napa and check in at your hotel. Later, board the superbly restored Napa Valley Wine Train and enjoy wine tasting followed by a gourmet dinner while taking in the wonderful vistas of the Napa Valley. (FB BG HD) Hotel: River Terrace Inn
Day 4 NAPA - SACRAMENTO - LAKE TAHOE
This morning an unforgettable optional hot air balloon excursion over the vineyards and wineries of the Napa Valley is available. Heading east, step back into the past in Old Sacramento, a typical town from the Gold Rush days. Continuing east, journey to amazing Lake Tahoe. Lake Tahoe is the highest lake of its size in the United States and the largest alpine lake in North America. The lake's water is 99.9% pure and so clear that a 10 inch white dinner plate would be visible at 75 feet below the surface. Perhaps take a gondola ride (seasonal) high up the mountain for dazzling views over Lake Tahoe's crystal clear waters and gorgeous scenery. This evening, why not join an optional dinner cruise on the lake? (FB) Hotel: MontBleu Resort & Casino
Day 5 LAKE TAHOE - MONO LAKE - YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
Travel south along the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada and stop at the Mono Lake Visitor Center. Learn about this hauntingly beautiful lake, its unusual formations called tufa towers and the lake's millions of migratory and nesting birds. Next, cross the Tioga Pass (weather permitting) and enter Yosemite National Park. Descending through Tuolumne Meadows, enter the legendary glacier-hewn Yosemite Valley. Explore the unequalled splendour of this valley where breathtaking rock formations and waterfalls abound. Marvel at Bridalveil Fall, the majestic Yosemite Falls, and the granite monuments of Half Dome and El Capitan. (FB) Hotel: Yosemite View Lodge
Day 6 YOSEMITE - SAN JUAN BAUTISTA - MONTEREY
Heading back to the Pacific coast, travel through more of Gold Rush country and across the San Joaquin Valley, known as California's breadbasket. Stop at a historical fruit stand for a chance to buy fresh fruit and visit the historic Old Mission San Juan Bautista. Learn about the original 21 missions that were built by the Spanish along California's El Camino Real. On arrival in the beautiful city of Monterey, visit John Steinbeck's famous Cannery Row and quaint Fisherman's Wharf. (FB) Hotel: The Portola Hotel & Spa
Day 7 MONTEREY PENINSULA, CARMEL AND BIG SUR EXCURSION
Enjoy the remarkable scenery as you drive along the stunning 17 Mile Drive, home to the Lone Cypress and Pebble Beach Golf Links. Stop at the quaint village of Carmel-by-the-Sea, stroll down Ocean Avenue and explore the shady streets lined with eclectic shops and cafes. Heading south along the famous Highway 1 to Big Sur, admire the stunning ocean vistas, rugged shoreline and the great redwood forests. Back in Monterey there is free time for an optional visit to the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium before this evening's Farewell Dinner. (FB FD)
Day 8 MONTEREY - ROARING CAMP - SAN FRANCISCO - IRELAND
Travelling north past Santa Cruz and heading inland, arrive at Roaring Camp. Step back in time to an 1880's logging camp complete with depot, general store and other vintage structures. Just steps away is Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park which offers spectacular views of the famous giant coastal redwood trees. Marvel at the size of these towering, primordial trees. Your Northern California tour ends with a complimentary transfer to San Francisco International Airport for your return flight to Ireland and the tour hotel in San Francisco for passengers extending their stay. (FB)
Day 9 ARRIVE IRELAND
Please do not schedule flights before 3:00pm
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