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California Wine Country Uncorked
California Wine Country Uncorked
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Los Angeles Santa BarbaraMonterey Napa ValleySonoma San Francisco


This Californian adventure offers a captivating blend of iconic city sights, serene wine country escapes, and breathtaking coastal beauty. Experience the glamour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills, the charm of Santa Barbara and Solvang's wine region, and the historic allure of Monterey. The journey continues to the world-renowned Napa Valley with exclusive wine tastings and a gourmet train journey, before culminating in the vibrant city of San Francisco and its infamous Alcatraz Island. This itinerary promises diverse attractions, luxurious accommodations, and unique culinary experiences for an unforgettable Californian getaway.


Day 1: LA Tour: Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica
Flights from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport
Stay at the Hollywood hotel for 2 nights
See the best that the Los Angeles area has to offer on this full-day tour with our fun, exciting, and knowledgeable tour guide.
Inclusions :
- Bus tour


Day 2: Solvang
Stay at Wine Valley Inn for 3 nights


Day 3: Santa Barbara Trolley Tour
All Aboard Santa Barbara's Original & Longest Running Trolley Tour and Charter Services, minutes original, fully narrated Santa Barbara Trolley Tour. For 30 years, we've been providing trolley tours in the Santa Barbara community. Join us as we visit local hot spots such as the Santa Barbara Courthouse, Santa Barbara Zoo, Museum of Natural History, the historic Santa Barbara Mission, and more, all fully narrated by our energetic and knowledgeable tour guides! Our pick up location is only a 10-minute walk from Stearns Wharf, at the Visitor Center located at 1 Garden St. - Narrated Tour|


Day 4: 3-Winery Tour Includes Tastings & Lunch
Pick up Included
Get ready to sip, savor, and strut your way through Santa Ynez Valley with a Grapelinea wine tour experience that's as bold as your favorite Cab and smooth as a buttery Chardonnay. for their killer vibes and top-notch pours, with tasting fees already covered. No hidden costs, no awkward wallet momentsjust pure wine bliss from the first sip to the last. stunning vineyard views? Grapeline's got you covered with an artisan-inspired picnic lunch that's as tasty as it is picture-perfect. In style with concierge-class transportation, led by a savvy Grapeline driver/host who knows their Merlot from their Malbec and all the best photo ops along the way. You're a wine connoisseur or just here for the vibes, Grapelines has got your back with a tour that's fun, seamless, and oh-so-memorable. Raise your glass to the ultimate Santa Ynez wine adventure!
- Pickup and drop-off from Solvang, Los Olivos, Buellton, & Santa Ynez hotels (Neutral spot available)
- Wine tasting fees at three (3) Santa Ynez Valley wineries.
- Transportation aboard a deluxe touring vehicle with a knowledgeable driver/host
- Deli-style picnic lunch (7 options to select from) and bottled water


Day 5: Monterey
Stay at Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa for 2 nights


Day 7: California
Stay at Silveradd Country Club & Resort for 3 nights


Day 8: Intro to Wine Tasting with Napa Sommelier
It is important to note that I am very selective about my choice of wines. With over 500 wineries in the valley, many small, fine wine-oriented producers are overlooked by large-scale industrial operations. We will taste some of Napa's most heralded wineries (likely ones you've never heard of), as well as international wines. I like to champion true artisans and support small businesses!
Inclusions :
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Snacks


Day 9: Napa Valley Wine Train: Gourmet Express Lunch
Early Bird Deal: Gourmet Express Train Tour with Lunch. Enjoy a delicious lunch aboard an elegant vintage train through the Napa Valley and back to another time. 3 hours Meet at 1275 McKinstry St, Napa, CA 94559, USA Starting time 11:30 Travel through the lush Napa Valley countryside and experience the pleasures of the past. Back to the romance and luxury of the golden age of train travel of the early 1900s, when guests explored the trains beyond their private quarters. Back to a time when a journey was meant to be savored from start to finish. Fresh California gourmet meals are crafted by the chef and his passionate culinary team in one of three onboard kitchens. Located immediately next to each dining area, you will be encouraged to explore the train, visit the kitchen cars, and see the chefs in action. Choose the Gourmet Express for lunch when the sun is bright and high in the sky. For something even more romantic, come on board for the evening dinner. In the spring and summer, Napa Valley's vineyards are bathed in beautiful, golden hour sunlight for most of the day, with the opportunity to see some spectacular Napa sunsets. In the Fall and the Winter, when the train departs after sunset, you will experience the romance and adventure of an antique train traveling through the dark, starlit Napa Valley night. Includes a Welcome taste of sparkling wine, multiple-course lunch or dinner (depending on the option chosen), Train journey through the Napa Valley, Coffee and/or tea. Excludes Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), drink tips


Day 10: Santa Rosa
Stay at Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country for 1 night


Day 11: San Francisco
Stay at The Marker Union Square, San Francisco, for 2 nights


Day 12: Alcatraz San Francisco Bay Cruise
Choose between a daytime tour or a special nighttime tour of Alcatraz. The nighttime tour includes a narrated cruise at sunset, cell door demonstrations, and talks from expert historians. Both tours include an award-winning audio guide available in multiple languages to delve into the prison's dark history and infamous escape attempts. Enjoy a narrated 1-hour cruise with views of landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, the Bay Bridge, and Pier 39 sea lions, all from the comfort of a boat with indoor and outdoor seating. will be your Alcatraz ferry departure. On time at the specific time you booked from Pier 33. You may take the Bay cruise on any day at any available departure time. These are 2 separate tours. Children 4 years and younger are free and do not need tickets. Alcatraz Night tour. If you plan to take both tours on the same day, you must take the Bay Cruise before your Alcatraz tour.
- 45-minute award-winning audio tour on Alcatraz Island
- Entrance/admission fee to Alcatraz Island (valued at $45.25 USD)
- Round-trip ferry to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33
- Narrated cruise and special exhibits and demonstrations (if nighttime Alcatraz option is chosen)
- 60-minute San Francisco Bay Cruise


Day 13: Departure


Prices & Departures
Deposit: £800pp
A25092 Heathrow Direct Flights from £3489pp
A25316 Dublin from £3529pp
A25304 Glasgow from £3589pp
A25299/25312 Edinburgh or Newcastle from £3595pp
A25294 Manchester from £3599pp


Terms & Conditions
Based on 2 adults sharing



Offer Includes

  • International flights with 23kg baggage
  • Convertible car hire for the full duration, with no one-way fee
  • 2 nights at Hollywood Hotel in a Classic room on room only
  • LA tour Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica
  • 3 nights at Wine Valley Inn in a Chateau room with bed & breakfast
  • 3-Winery Tour - Includes tastings and lunch
  • Santa Barbara Trolley tour
  • 2 nights at Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa in a Standard room on a room-only
  • 3 nights at Silverado Resort in a Mansion Estate 1 Bedroom King Suite on room only
  • Intro to Wine tasting with a Napa Sommelier
  • Napa Valley Wine train Gourmet express lunch
  • 1 night at Hyatt Regency Sonoma Wine Country in a Standard room on room only
  • 2 nights at The Marker, San Francisco in a Deluxe room on room only
  • Alcatraz and San Francisco Bay Cruise

Meal Plans

  • As per Itinerary