SAN FRANCISCO, MUIR WOODS, SONOMA, NAPA VALLEY
WINE COUNTRY
Women Only Join In Multi-Day Tours
Starting at $2995
Book Now with a $250 Deposit
San Francisco, Muir Woods National Monument,
Sonoma and Napa Valley Wine Country
Women Only Join In Multi-Day Tour
Explore Napa Valley’s stunning surroundings,
legendary wines, and robust culinary scene.
Upcoming Tour Dates:
Sunday-Friday
May 12 – May 17, 2024
September 29 – October 04, 2024
October 20 – October 25, 2024
November 17 – November 22, 2024
December 15 – December 20, 2024
Classic Hotel: Single Occupancy – $3495 Per Person / Double Occupancy – $2995
Premium Hotel: $3995
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Embark on an unforgettable, women-only, join-in, culinary and wine-tasting journey through San Francisco, Muir Woods National Monument, Sonoma and Napa Valley Wine Country.
You’ll be hosted with warmth and enthusiasm by a knowledgeable female leader, who will guide you through your exploration.
San Francisco is best known for its scenic beauty, cultural attractions, diverse communities, and world-class cuisine. Measuring 49 square miles, this walkable city includes iconic landmarks, intriguing neighborhoods, renowned culinary experiences and world-class arts and culture. Views of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay are often laced with fog, creating a romantic mood in this most European of American cities.
People do not just visit Muir Woods. They come from around the globe to pay homage to nature in this cathedral of redwoods. The trees’ ages range from 400 to 800 years, their height up to 250 feet. Flat easy trails loop through the groves.
Stroll through historic and iconic vineyards of world renowned Sonoma and Napa Valleys, visiting carefully selected wineries for tours and wine tastings. Experience the quaint towns and villages of Sonoma, Napa, Yountville, St. Helena, and Calistoga – all lined with boutique shops, art galleries, and gourmet restaurants.
Our tour is designed to provide a safe, fun, and enriching way for women to explore and experience the best that San Francisco, Sonoma and Napa Valley Wine Country have to offer.
Whether you’re a solo adventurer or seeking a bonding experience with friends, Grape Adventures’ women-only tours promise a blend of fun, enlightenment, and sisterhood.
HIGHLIGHTS
- See and experience the iconic landmarks of San Francisco: The stunningly beautiful Golden Gate Bridge, century-old cable cars (one of the only moving National Historic Landmarks in the U.S.), lively Fisherman’s Wharf, bustling Chinatown, charming Victorians and so much more! San Francisco overflows with iconic landmarks known around the world.
- Visit Muir Woods National Monument. Walk among old growth coast redwoods, cooling their roots in the fresh water of Redwood Creek and lifting their crowns to reach the sun and fog.
- Visit Sonoma County, an acclaimed wine country experience like no other. Savor lunch overlooking a picturesque vineyard and taste wine at California’s oldest commercial winery.
- Explore Napa Valley’s stunning surroundings, legendary wines and robust culinary scene.
- Discover Napa Valley’s history, how it became the California’s wine capital, and one of the world’s most esteemed wine growing regions.
- Taste wine at historic and iconic Napa Valley wineries.
- Tour winery production facilities and learn about the art of fine wine making.
- Explore 4 charming villages of Napa Valley: Napa, Yountville, St. Helena, Calistoga
- Form or deepen friendships with your fellow travelers.
ITINERARY
This is a sample itinerary. Subject to change.
Day 1: SUN
Arrive San Francisco, California
- Welcome dinner in San Francisco, The City By The Bay!
- Overnight: San Francisco
Day 2: MON
Explore San Francisco
Hop on and Hop Off a double decker bus to tour the city!
- Fisherman’s Wharf
- North Beach / Chinatown
- Embarcadero Center
- Ferry Building
- Union Square
- Museum of Modern Art
- Alamo Square
- Painted Ladies
- Haight Ashbury
- Golden Gate Park & Museums
- Golden Gate Bridge
- Palace of Fine Arts
- Marina / Cow Hollow
- Lombard Street
- Pier 39
- Overnight: San Francisco
Photo courtesy of Beringer Vineyard
Day 3: TUE
Discover Muir Woods and Sonoma Wine Country
- Golden Gate Bridge Overlook
- Muir Woods National Monument
- Lunch & Wine at a lovely Sonoma Winery
- Tour & Wine Taste at the Oldest Winery in California.
- Explore Sonoma Square
- Explore the town of Napa
- Overnight Napa Valley
Day 4: WED
Experience Some of Napa Valley’s Most Historic Wineries
- Napa winery & vineyard tour – walk the vines and learn about wine-making and wine. Enjoy a flight of wines afterward in the winery.
- Lunch at an iconic wine country market.
- 2nd tour and tasting experience at a beautiful historic winery.
- Visit CIA’s (Culinary Institute of America’s) historic St Helena campus
- Explore the charming town of St. Helena
- Optional glass of wine at 3rd historic winery
- Explore the town of Napa
- Overnight: Napa Valley
Day 5: THU
Experience MORE of Napa Valley!
- Start the day at a famous Yountville Bakery by Michelin Chef Thomas Keller.
- Tour and taste wine at a medieval style castle winery.
- Lunch
- Ride a gondola to a renowned winery with stunning views of the valley. Sip while you stroll the production facility and learn all about the winemaking process.
- Explore the village of Calistoga.
- Toast to your week of Grape Adventures at a lovely farewell dinner at CIA (Culinary Institute of America) at Copia in Napa.
- Overnight: Napa or San Francisco – TBD
Day 6: FRI
Departure Day from San Francisco
- Depart on your own schedule
…or request to extend your stay.
We are happy to arrange accommodations.
Farewell until your next Grape Adventure!
ACCOMMODATIONS
Included Hotel Accommodations are at a “Standard” level property, such as Courtyard Marriott, Hampton Inn or similar.
To upgrade to a “Luxury” level hotel accommodation, please call to customize and book.
Grape Adventures is a Virtuoso Travel Advisor Company and may be able to obtain special perks for luxury hotel bookings.
Standard Hotel:
Napa Valley, California: Hilton Garden Inn, Hampton Inn, or similar.
Premium Hotel:
Napa Valley, California: Andaz, Westin Verasa, or similar
San Francisco Hotel:
San Franciso: Westin St. Francis, JW Marriott, Marriott Pulse, or similar
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
WHAT’S INCLUDED
- Professional Female Guide / Host
- Private Upscale Land Transportation
- Hotels
- Entry fees : as stated in the itinerary above including Muir Woods, Double Decker Bus Tour, Wineries
- Meals:
- 3 – # of Lunches
- 2 – # of Dinners
- Wine:
- Up to 10 – # of either wine flights, glasses of wine, beer, cocktails, or other non-alcoholic beverages.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
- Roundtrip Airfare to San Francisco, California
- Airport Transfers
- Meals, Food, Alcohol or other Beverages not stated in the itinerary
- Driver / Trip Host Gratuity
- Travel Insurance
ADD ONS
- Arrive one or two days early in San Francisco with optional planned itinerary
- Depart one or two days later from San Francisco with optional planned itinerary
- Price Upon Request
Tour Information:
What is the most convenient airport to fly into?
San Francisco – SFO
Oakland – OAK
When should I plan to arrive?
The tour starts in San Francisco on Sunday, 5 pm PST. We will meet in the lobby of your hotel.
FAQs
What is a women only join-in tour?
The opposite of a private tour, a shared female only tour is great for solo women travelers, female friends, female partners, and multi-generational female family members.
Women-only tours provide a safe, fun, and enriching way to travel. Make new friends as you experience new places together.
How many people are on the trip?
Our trips are small and comfortable. Depending on the tour, a minimum of 4 guests and a maximum of 10 guests.
If you have a smaller or larger group, please inquire.
Do travelers come solo or bring friends/family?
Grape Adventure Trips a designed for both solo travelers as well as mothers & daughters, sisters, and close friends who travel together.
Is this tour escorted by a host?
Yes, this tour is escorted by a female Grape Adventures host.
Can I share a Hotel Room?
If you are interested in reducing the trip cost by sharing a room please inquire. We will do our best to accommodate you. Some locations have limited double occupancy rooms available.
Do you offer both single or double hotel room occupancy?
All our trips are organized and priced based on both single or double hotel room occupancy. If you are traveling solo and wish to share a room we will do our best (not guaranteed) to accommodate you if another solo traveler is available to share a room.
Are airfares included in the prices?
Airfare is not included in the tour price. It is each guest's responsibility to make arrangements and pay for their flights.
If I book, is my trip guaranteed?
While not common, there are situations when Grape Adventures cannot operate a tour, such as insufficient number of travelers, or unforseen events. If Grape Adventures has to reschedule or cancel a trip, we will offer you the option of a) applying your payment(s) towards a different trip, or b) receiving a full refund.
Do not book any airfare or travel before your trip is confirmed.
How much is due at booking?
All trips require a $250 Non-Refundable deposit at the time of booking. The final balance is due 60 days before departure.
When is final payment due?
The final balance is due 60 days before departure. Failure to pay balance in full by balance due date will result in automatic removal from trip in accordance with our payment policy.
If you book within 60 days of the departure date, full payment is required at booking.
When will my trip be confirmed?
In general, trips are confirmed via email as soon as the minimum required number of guests is met. The minimum number of guests is typically 4.
Cancellation Policy
Should I protect my trip with travel insurance?
This is a personal decision, however we recommend buying travel insurance. It’s more than lost luggage or flight delays, but it’s also protection in case you have to cancel your trip before departure due to an emergency. Always read your policy wording to review your specific coverage and to make sure that the policy is right for you.
Luggage
Our luggage policy is based on physical space limitations of the vehicles we use and the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance.
It is best to travel as lightly as possible. Most travelers regret when they have packed too much. You may bring one suitcase plus a small shoulder bag/day pack/purse. Maximum suitcase size: 24 inches in height as measured from the FLOOR to the top of the retracted handle. This is the size of a bag that fits into the overhead bins of aircraft. Suitcases larger than this will not fit in the Mercedes Sprinter; please don’t bring them.
The weight of your bag should not exceed 30 pounds. Each guest is responsible for managing their luggage and will take their belongings from the van to the Hotel room and then bring it back to the van for loading.
What if I arrive late and miss a part of the trip?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a trip, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
Can I book extra nights of hotel accommodation before or after my tour?
Yes, in most cases we can arrange additional accommodation at our starting or ending hotels. Please contact us with your request.
YOUR HOST
Hi! I’m Julie…
founder, travel advisor, trip designer, and your host at Grape Adventures Travel and Tours.
Originally from the Southeastern United States, I have resided in California (in both Los Angeles and San Francisco) for more than 15 years.
Formerly a school teacher, with previous experience in the hospitality industry, I take “lessons learned” from each of these fields to create memorable travel and tour experiences that entertain and educate (without being boring!)… and create cherished memories and connections for my guests.
Our women only multi-day tours provide the opportunity to join-in a tour with other women to enjoy new experiences together and make new friendships and nurture existing ones.
I look forward to sharing a Grape Adventure with you!
