Trafalgar Tours

Northern California (8 Days)
From $1,615 - $1,625 USD
From $1,750 - $1,765 CAD
(Subtract 10% from these prices)
Featuring: San Francisco, Napa Valley, Lake Tahoe,
Monterey, Yosemite National Park, Carmel, Monterey

Day 1 - Arrive San Francisco (2 nights)
Welcome to San Francisco! A complimentary transfer is provided to the Trafalgar hotel. Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer your questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Reception at the hotel. Hotel: San Francisco Marriott

Day 2 - San Francisco Sightseeing
This morning explore some of San Francisco's most famous landmarks. See Union Square, stately Victorian mansions, Lombard Street, Golden Gate Park, the Financial District, Chinatown, and Fisherman's Wharf. This afternoon is free for you to pursue your own interests. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner)

Day 3 - San Francisco – Sonoma – Napa
Head north into California's premier wine country. Stop at a winery for a guided tour, learn about wine production and sample local vintages. Later, stroll around charming Sonoma before heading for the township of Napa. This evening, step aboard the superbly restored Napa Valley Wine Train and enjoy wine tasting and fine dining while taking in wonderful vistas of the Napa Valley. (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner) Hotel: River Terrace Inn

Day 4 - Napa – Sacramento – Lake Tahoe
An unforgettable option is available this morning: a hot air balloon excursion over the vineyards and wineries of the Napa Valley! Heading east, step back into the past in Old Sacramento, a typical town from the Gold Rush era. Continuing east, journey to Lake Tahoe. Perhaps take a gondola ride high up the mountain for amazing views over Lake Tahoe's crystal clear waters and gorgeous mountains scenery. (Full Breakfast) Hotel: MontBleu Resort Casino & Spa

Day 5 - Lake Tahoe – Mono Lake – Yosemite
Travel south along the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada and stop at the Mono Lake Visitor Center. Learn about this hauntingly beautiful lake, its unusual formations called tufa towers, and the lake's millions of migratory and nesting birds. Next, cross the Tioga Pass (weather permitting) and enter Yosemite National Park. Descending through Tuolumne Meadows, enter the legendary Yosemite Valley, home to spectacular waterfalls and the granite monuments of Half Dome and El Capitan. (Full Breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Yosemite View Lodge

Day 6 - Yosemite – San Juan Bautista – Monterey (2 nights)
Heading back for the Pacific Coast, travel across the San Joaquin Valley, known
as California's breadbasket. Stop at a historical fruit stand for a chance to buy
fresh fruits. Visit the historical Old Mission San Juan Bautista, one of the original 21 Spanish missions. On arrival in Monterey, visit John Steinbeck's famous Cannery Row and quaint Fisherman's Wharf. (Full Breakfast) Hotel: Portola Plaza

Day 7 - Monterey – Carmel – Big Sur excursion
Enjoy the scenic drive along the stunning 17 Mile Drive, home to the Lone Cypress and Pebble Beach Golf Club. Stop at the quaint village of Carmel, stroll down Ocean Avenue and explore the shady streets lined with eclectic shops and cafes. Heading south along the famous Highway 1 to Big Sur, admire the stunning ocean vistas, rugged shorelines and the great redwood tree forests. Back in Monterey there is free time until this evening's farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (Full Breakfast) (Highlight Dinner)

Day 8 - Monterey – Bear Mountain – Depart San Francisco
Traveling north past Santa Cruz and heading inland, we arrive at Roaring Camp. Step back in time to an 1880’s logging camp complete with depot, general store and other vintage structures. Just steps away from Roaring Camp is Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park with spectacular views of the famous giant coastal redwood trees. Marvel at the size of these towering, primordial trees. Your Northern California tour ends with a complimentary transfer to San Francisco International Airport and the Trafalgar hotel in San Francisco for passengers wishing to extend their stay. (Full Breakfast)

Note: Please do not schedule any flights before 3:00pm

** Please note that clients are responsible for obtaining all travel documents including
passports, visas, tourist cards or any other required documentation. **