Napa Valley

Just over an hours dive north of San Francisco is the wonderful and beautiful wine growing region of the Napa Valley. The rolling hills of northern California are stunning and this sun drenched region makes for a fantastic day away from the city of San Francisco. Of course the major attraction here are the wineries and vineyards that produce some incredible wine, many are open to the public and the tasting is great.

The Napa Valley wine train is a great trip and a fantastic day out as you view the scenery and dine in the luxury of your very own carriage. 365 Tickets have a great escorted day trip to Napa Valley and this makes for a good option if you want to enjoy a glass or two! The tour is fully guided with a local expert and will take you to some of the best wineries in the area; it also gives you the chance to buy any of your favourites that you taste along the way, click here for more information and booking.

Perhaps you would like to spend a night or two here, if you do then this is easily arranged, hire a car for a couple of days Dollar have a downtown collection point in San Francisco then take the short drive beginning with a ride over the Golden Gate Bridge, the journey depending on number of stops will take little over an hour. Expedia have some great rates for hotels all over the Napa Valley just log onto their website and type in Napa Valley and browse the options available to you, Click here and get started. La Residence is a stunning traditional hotel with a secluded away from it all feel, this hotel is an ideal place to relax and is in a fantastic location for exploring the wineries and scenery of this region.

To give an idea as to how traditional and homely this hotel is it serves the complimentary breakfast on the patio and wine and hors d’oeuvres are served by the fireplace. Expedia have great rates at this hotel. However you choose to visit the Napa Valley you are sure to enjoy this great area, stunning scenery complimented by fantastic wine make this a great contrast from the city of San Francisco. Below are links to companies that may be of use when planning your trip.