4 days, 3 nights. A Weekend Escape For The Senses
Culture of the Vine is an enchanted 4 day, 3 night journey through California's Wine Country. It's a weekend escape for the senses including scenic cruising, private tours and exclusive luncheons, round trip from San Francisco, California
Sail away on a relaxing adventure on rarely cruised waterways.
Surround yourself in the oasis of the Wine Country as you sample different varieties of wine, and tour some of the Napa, Sonoma and Carneros wine districts' favored wineries.
Scenic cruising past Alcatraz, and under the Golden Gate Bridge.
Highlights Include:
Lessons on the secrets of making fine Champagne.
Special presentations by wine experts throughout the cruise.
Architectural masterpieces, fragrant gardens, and the private wine cellars of area states.
Day 1 - SAIL FROM SAN FRANCISCO
Transfer from San Francisco Airport to Cruise West’s hospitality area in San Francisco. Explore the city on your own or simply relax until boarding time.
You will be welcomed onboard and treated to an exclusive wine tasting as you cruise by the San Francisco skyline. Following a delicious dinner, relax in the lounge and acquaint yourself with your fellow travelers.
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Day 2 - THE NAPA VALLEY EXPERIENCE
Note: you may visit today’s wineries in an alternate order. Winery selection is subject to change.
Explore the world-renowned Napa Valley. Taste and learn as you discover the science and artistry of wine makingl Your optional early morning tour is a Napa Valley Balloon Excursion. Stop in lovely St. Helena, where you can shop, stroll and savor an inclusive tasting at Merryvale Winery.
Enjoy a three-course lunch in the cave theatre at Clos Pegase. This exclusive Cruise West luncheon includes a tour and wine tasting. As well as producing excellent wines, Clos Pegase is well known for their extensive art collection and the fluid architecture of Michael Graves.
Visit Alpha Omega situated on the Rutherford Bench. This up-and-coming winery has made great efforts to produce wines reflecting the essence of Napa Valley. With the assistance of world-renowned consulting winemaker Michel Rolland, they have quickly established themselves as one of Napa’s premier destinations.
Later onboard the Spirit of Yorktown, enjoy a leisurely cocktail hour with featured wines followed by a delicious dinner.
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Day 3 - SONOMA VALLEY
Note: you may visit today’s wineries in an alternate order. Winery selection is subject to change.
Today you will take in the rustic charm at Benziger Winery before boarding a private tractor-pulled tram for a ride through the vineyards and an up-close experience of the vines, later enjoying a little fruit of the vine
Your day will conclude in style with a reception at Domaine Carneros which is associated with the famous Tattinger family, the notable producers of impressive Carneros sparkling wines. You will be treated to a tour followed by a sparkling wine tasting and relaxation on the beautiful outside terrace that overlooks the Carneros landscape. Back onboard delight in the Captain’s Farewell Dinner with evening San Francisco Bay cruising.
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Day 4 - DISEMBARK REDWOOD CITY / RETURN TO SAN FRANCISCO
You will appreciate the early morning views as you cruise to Redwood City for disembarkation. A transfer via motorcoach is included to San Francisco’s airport or Cruise West's hospitality area at Fisherman's Wharf. BR>
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This is a perfect itinerary for your wine tasting club, gourmet club, women's group, or for a group of friends. Add this itinerary to a business trip to San Francisco before returning home. Like the Culture of the Vine cruise in California Wine Country? Enjoy spending time with like-minded people? Need more information? We service many of our clients entirely through email at:
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Break away from the stress of everyday life - and focus on your interests while experiencing Napa Valley.
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