Day 1: Arrive San Francisco

On arrival at San Francisco Airport, transfer by shuttle bus to your chosen hotel where you will stay for 2 nights.

Standard: Handlery Union Square
Boutique: Adagio

Day 2: San Francisco

Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore all that San Francisco has to offer, including the attractions of Fisherman's Wharf, the fantastic shopping of Union Square and the city's many colourful neighbourhoods.

Day 3: San Francisco - California Wine Country

Collect your rental car this morning from downtown San Francisco, and head over the Golden Gate Bridge and past the artist's village of Sausalito, en-route to a relaxing three-night stay in the heart of California's Wine Country. Please see page 131 for details of our standard and boutique-style hotel choices.

Standard: River Terrace Inn, Napa Valley
Boutique: The Gaige House, Sonoma Valley

Days 4 & 5: Napa/Sonoma Valleys

You now have two full days at leisure to explore the vineyards, villages and attractions of the California Wine Country. We suggest spending one full day in the Napa Valley and one full day in Sonoma, to appreciate the differing charms of each and to fully savour their world-class wines and fantastic restaurants. You'll find most estates welcome visitors for wine tasting sessions, and many will allow you to enjoy a picnic in the grounds. Don't miss the Copia Centre in Napa, where you can learn more about California's culinary heritage.

Day 6: Depart San Francisco

Leave the Wine Country behind you today, as you head back to San Francisco Airport, where you return your rental car and your tour comes to an end.

Tour Includes:

• 5 nights accommodation at your chosen hotels, as shown in the itinerary • 3 days intermediate car hire with Alamo on a fully inclusive basis (see pages 12/13 for details) • One-way shuttle transfer on arrival at San Francisco Airport