Redwoods and Wine Country Escape℠

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Muir Woods National Monument, Sonoma & Napa Valley in 1 Day

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What do I need to bring?
What should I wear?
Is the Muir Woods entrance fee included? And how long do we spend inside Muir Woods?
Which wineries are we going to visit?
Does this tour go to Napa?
Are wine tasting included and how much money do I need for the additional wine tastings in Sonoma Plaza?
What languages are available for this tour?
Is this tour suitable for children?
Do we stop at Golden Gate Bridge?
Can we buy food or do we have to bring our own lunch?
What is the advantage of this combination tour compared to the tours separately?

What do I need to bring?
- Park entrance fee
- Valid ID
- Camera
- Money for additional wine tasting at the Sonoma Plaza
- Sunscreen during summer months
- Bottled water
- Money for lunch
- Winter clothes during the winter months
- Solid shoes
What should I wear?
We recommend comfortable walking shoes, such as shoes or boots with rubber soles and treads. Hiking sandals (rather than beach sandals) can be worn on the Redwoods & Wine Country Escape during the summer months. High heels, flip-flops, and open-toe shoes are not recommended.
Is the Muir Woods entrance fee included? And how long do we spend inside Muir Woods?
The tour price does not include the Muir Woods entrance fee, which is $10 per person (based on 2016) and must be paid when you reach the entrance of the park. You have about an hour on your own inside the Muir Woods National Monument.
Which wineries are we going to visit?
On our Redwoods & Wine Country Escape tour we visit 3 wineries, located in Sonoma Valley and Napa Valley. Each winery stop ranges from 30-45 minutes. We’ve narrowed the list of winery stops to those that offer the best California Wine Country experience for our clientele. We have preferred partner wineries that we like to visit but the wineries may depend on the day. Occasionally, a winery on our tour may be closed for a private event, so our tour guides may change the itinerary on the day of the trip.
Does this tour go to Napa?
Yes, we do. The itinerary of visiting Napa Valley AND Sonoma Valley in combination with Muir Woods National Monument is what makes this tour unique.
Are wine tasting included and how much money do I need for the additional wine tastings in Sonoma Plaza?
Yes, all wine tasting fees at the 3 winery stops are included on this tour. If you want to join additional wine tasting, please feel free to do that. The wine tasting fees range from $5 to $20.
What languages are available for this tour?
The tour is narrated in English but we offer complimentary audio guides in 8 languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Mandarin, Japanese, and Portuguese. If an audio tour is required, please specify the languages needed in the comments section on the reservation page.
Is this tour suitable for children?
Yes, children of all ages are welcome on the tour though drinking alcohol is not permitted for those under the age of 21. Please bring a valid photo ID.
Do we stop at Golden Gate Bridge?
Yes, there will be about 15-minutes for a photo stop opportunity at the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.
Can we buy food or do we have to bring our own lunch?
You are more than welcome to bring a bagged lunch though you will have time to pick up lunch or sit down at a casual eatery at the Historic Sonoma Plaza.
What is the advantage of this combination tour compared to the tours separately?
The Redwoods & Wine Country Escape combines two of California's top attractions. You get the chance to see the Giant Redwood trees and you will join several wine tastings in both Napa Valley and Sonoma Valley - all in just one day. There is also a huge saving by booking this combination tour rather than booking both trips separately.

**TRAVEL ADVISORY: We are saddened to hear about the tragic losses in Napa & Sonoma County. We continue accepting bookings for future Wine Tours. For everyone's safety, we have modified our current wine tour itinerary based on the conditions in Wine growing areas affected so that we can still deliver some great Wine Tasting Experiences on your tour. We will guarantee a full refund in the event we have to cancel the tour.***

Discover the most complete Wine Country & Muir Woods Tour, combining two of California’s top attractions: Redwoods and wine. See what makes our tours a cut above the rest!

Our Redwoods & Wine Country tour offers our guests an amazingly unique experience, we get you into Muir Woods before the crowds and maximize your time in the park. We also are the only Woods & Wine tour to visit both Napa Valley & Sonoma Valley wineries and to included all wine tasting fees. These are just a few of our tour highlights that outshine the competition. Discover the difference for yourself.

With the new upgrade option, you can now take your wine country experience to the next level by indulging in an exclusive three course food and wine experience. The combination of delicious food paired with a collection of local wines in the renowned Sonoma Plaza will truly be a one of a kind experience. Check out the menu - tasting fees, lunch, tax, and gratuity all included!

Wineries Extranomical Visits – For over a decade Extranomical Tours has been creating amazing memories on our Wine Country tours from San Francisco. We’ve partnered with quality wineries, which offer the best California Wine Country experience for our clientele. The wineries we visit on our Muir Woods and Wine Country tour provide complimentary wine tasting for our groups. We visit a range of wineries that are boutique and family-owned to large and grand, but they must have a friendly atmosphere, and offer beautiful scenery, quality wines and good value.

Extranomical Tours partners with a great combination of wineries in both Sonoma County and Napa Valley for our Muir Woods and Wine Country Escape tour. All wineries offer a variety of local wines and a personalized experience no matter what day you go on the tour. Wineries may change based on availability but you will always experience a warm wine country welcome at each stop! We make sure that the wineries provide a relaxing setting as you indulge in crisp and fine wines and take in the exceptional views of California Wine Country.

Discover our Redwoods & Wine Country Tour - We maximize the time you spend in Muir Woods National Monument and allow guests to enjoy the trails before the crowds. Explore the Coastal Redwood Sequoia groves in Muir Woods, home to the tallest tree species in the world. You’ll spend an hour enjoying California’s native flora and fauna, taking in giant ferns, moss-lined creeks, fresh bay leaf scented air from the many Laurel trees and squirrels, blue jays and deer if you’re lucky.

A brief drive North and you’ll find yourself in California’s renowned Wine Country. Spend a relaxing afternoon wine tasting, strolling the vineyards and learning about the practice of winemaking. Our Wine Country tour makes 3 tasting stops: 2 wineries and 1 at the historic Sonoma or Healdsburg Plaza spending 45 minutes to 1 hour at each location.

It is at this historic Sonoma plaza where you can enjoy an optional California cuisine paired with local wines in a comfortable private seating. The food and wine pairing will complete your wine country adventure by giving you a chance to test your newly gained wine knowledge and enhance your tasting experience. Make sure you book the Lunch Upgrade for this experience!

We are the only Muir Woods and Wine Country tour that visits both Napa Valley & Sonoma wineries! All our wine tasting is complimentary and you’ll be able to taste a wide variety of amazing wines. The Wine Country plaza stop lasts about an hour, so you’ll have time to grab a bite to eat and visit a few more tasting rooms located around the plaza or join a three course lunch. We’ll provide you with a map of the plaza and must-see local shops and tasting rooms to maximize your time.

On the journey back to San Francisco we’ll make one last stop at a scenic look-out point with sweeping views of the Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco bay and city skyline, Alcatraz and the Bay Bridge.

Click here for a list of the wineries that we visit on this tour

Redwoods & Wine Tour from San Francisco - Times Approximate
(13-Passenger Van or 36-Passenger Minibus)

7:30 - 7:45 AM	Pick up from Extranomical San Francisco SOMA Office at 928 Harrison St.
7:45 - 8:30 AM	Wine Country tour pick up at your San Francisco hotel in downtown or Fisherman's Wharf area.
8:30 - 8:45 AM	Drive through the Marina neighborhood, past the Palace of Fine Arts, the Presidio, and head north across the Golden Gate Bridge. Continue north through the Marin Headlands to Sausalito.
9:00 - 9:30 AM	Learn about the Redwood giants while driving over the Marin headlands to Muir Woods National Monument.
9:30 - 10:30 AM	Spend an hour walking among the shadows of the 250-foot Redwood groves. Take in the local flora: Giant ferns, moss-lined creek and the aroma of fresh bay leaf from the many Laurel trees. Criss cross the creeks by way of footbridges and return to where you began.
10:30 - 11:45 AM	Head north on U.S. 101 to the first tasting stop in the Carneros Region of Sonoma county, the birthplace of California's wine industry.
11:45 - 12:30 PM	Arrive at the first winery in Sonoma County and learn about the process of winemaking while sipping crisp wines. Stroll the winery grounds and take photos among the vines.
12:30 - 1:30 PM	A short drive takes you to a picturesque wine country plaza. There are many wine tasting rooms, restaurants and boutique shops to browse and lunch at. We’ll provide you with a map of the plaza and favorite wine tasting rooms and restaurants to maximize your time at the plaza.
1:30 - 3:00 PM	Rejoin the tour group and continue on the road to the 2nd stop, where you’ll taste a variety of wines.
3:00 - 4:30 PM	We will then move along to our 2nd winery and indulge in the final wine tasting.
4:30 - 5:30 PM	Start the journey back South to Marin County and San Francisco.
5:30 - 5:45 PM	End the perfect day with a photo stop overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge and Pacific Ocean with incredible views of the San Francisco Bay and city skyline, the Bay Bridge and Alcatraz.
5:45 - 6:30 PM	Drive back across the Golden Gate Bridge and start the drop-off at San Francisco hotels.