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California Wine Country Roadtrip
California Wine Country Roadtrip - 13 days/12 nights.
Start: LOS ANGELES - End: SAN FRANCISCO
- Day 01: Los Angeles - Arrival, pickup rentalcar, hotel checkin, rest of day free at leisure
- Day 02: Los Angeles - Santa Barbara and surrounding area
- Day 03: Santa Barbara and surrounding area
- Day 04: Santa Barbara - Monterey/Carmel
- Day 05: Monterey/Carmel visit
- Day 06: Monterey/Carmel - Yosemite National Park
- Day 07: Yosemite National Park - Napa Valley/Sonoma County
- Day 08: Napa Valley/Sonoma County visit
- Day 09: Napa Valley/Somoma County - San Francisco
- Day 10: San Francisco Visit
- Day 11: San Francisco - visit 2
- Day 12: Departure San Francisco
Los Angeles - Arrival, pickup rentalcar, hotel checkin, rest of day free at leisure
1 Day
35 km
At arrival, pick up the rental car and check in at the hotel. Free time and lodging.
Los Angeles - Santa Barbara and surrounding area
1 Day
180 km
Take the road to Malibu, the favorite place of the stars and continue north to Santa Barbara, one of the most beautiful resorts on the coast. You'll be charmed by the historic center with many Mediterranean style buildings and tonight, go to one of the typical restaurants on the 'mole' or downtown.
Santa Barbara and surrounding area
1 Day
80 km
Two famous wine regions that you should definitely visit today are SANTA YNEZ and OJAI. Maybe less known but definitely worth a visit. OJAI is a small wine region but offers some exceptional vineyards, close to renowned restaurants that pride themselves on their refined cuisine and lifestyle. The region of SANTA YNEZ includes more than 100 renowned vineyards and domains in Solvang, Les Olivos, Buellton, Los Alamos and Santa Ynez itself and offers a rich variety of Pinot Noir, Syrah, Chardonnay and other varieties.
Santa Barbara - Monterey/Carmel
1 Day
400 km
Enjoy a drive along the Pacific Ocean and stop in San Simeon where you marvel at the opulence of Hearst Castle's decor. Then continue through the coastal cliffs to Big Sur and the day ends in Monterey/Carmel where you'll stay tonight.
Monterey/Carmel visit
1 Day
50 km
The Monterey region is well known for its Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, it has been in existence for over 200 years and the Franciscans are at the origin. The secret of this wine region is the Blue Grand Canyon, a huge crevasse along the side creating a micro-climate, ideal for a variation of over 42 grape varieties. Monterey also invites you to visit the Bay Aquarium, explore the famous 17-Mile Drive and learn the fascinating history of the Carmel Mission.
Monterey/Carmel - Yosemite National Park
1 Day
360 km
You will leave the coast and continue eastward, crossing a rich agricultural area over the 'Sierra de Salinas' to Yosemite National park, one of the most beautiful natural parks in America. Shimmering waterfalls, breathtaking panoramas, beautiful hikes... too much to mention. So today no vineyards but sporting relaxation in a healthy, green environment.
Yosemite National Park - Napa Valley/Sonoma County
1 Day
275 km
You leave this splendid park with its beautiful green nature and continue north to Napa or Sonoma (or the surrounding area). This famous region has the honor of gathering a hundred of vineyards that made the Californian Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon famous all over the world.
Napa Valley/Sonoma County visit
1 Day
60 km
Here the time will probably be too short because the offer is 'enormous' and very diverse. World-renowned wineries, Michelin-starred restaurants, luxurious spas in beautiful hotels, too many to mention. The Sonoma region includes the vineyards of Yountsville, Rutherford, Calistoga, Healdsburg, Santa Rosa, Petaluna and Sonoma itself while the Napa Valley region stretches from Napa to St. Helens with a succession of vineyards along which the famous WINE TRAIN is organized. Castello Di Amorosa, Domaine Chandon, Grgich Hills, Raymond Vineyards are just some of the famous wineries you can visit during this trip.
Napa Valley/Somoma County - San Francisco
1 Day
120 km
After this fascinating visit to NAPA, drive towards San Francisco Bay. Before crossing the famous Golden Gate Bridge, we recommend a hike in Muir Woods National Monument (giant sequoias) and a stop at Sausolito, a fine artist's town with stunning views of the San Francisco skyline.
San Francisco Visit
1 Day
25 km
Time to visit the city: Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Japanese Teagarden, the elegant shops near Union Square...
San Francisco - visit 2
1 Day
1 km
Completely free day, which you can fill in with visits as you wish. You can participate in one of the famous 'walking Foodie Tours' through Chinatown, Little Italy, the Mission District or walk to Jackson Square where several wine bars invite you for tastings. There may be time for shopping and tonight you can dine in one of the famous restaurants at Fishermans Wharf.
Tourist class hotels (0USST022)
is available starting at 2453 EUR
| Rooms | 21.04.25 - 30.04.25 | 01.05.25 - 30.06.25 | 01.07.25 - 17.08.25 | 18.08.25 - 31.10.25 | 01.11.25 - 30.11.25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2X DOUBLE ROOMS + 1 RENTALCAR (K2X2D) | 2518 | 2960 | 3041 | 2960 | 2240 |
| DOUBLE ROOM 1 BED (K21) | 2718 | 3161 | 3319 | 3161 | 2453 |
| QUADRUPLE ROOM 2 BEDS (K42) | 1522 | 1831 | 1925 | 1831 | 1423 |
| TRIPLE ROOM 2 BEDS (K32) | 1921 | 2281 | 2386 | 2281 | 2109 |
| SINGLE ROOM (K11) | 5371 | 6267 | 5977 | 6267 | 4830 |
| per child in parents room 2 - 12 (DACHD12) | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| per childr in parents room 12 - 17 (DACHD18) | 320 | 491 | 491 | 491 | 316 |
| Alamo Suppl. Gold - per car (DALGOLD) | 196 | 196 | 196 | 196 | 196 |
Superior class hotels (0USSU022)
is available starting at 3483 EUR
| Rooms | 21.04.25 - 25.05.25 | 26.05.25 - 30.06.25 | 01.07.25 - 17.08.25 | 18.08.25 - 30.09.25 | 18.08.25 - 30.11.25 | 01.10.25 - 30.11.25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2X DOUBLE ROOMS + 1 RENTALCAR (K2X2D) | 3287 | 3426 | 3875 | 3892 | N/A | 3466 |
| DOUBLE ROOM 1 BED (K21) | 3483 | 3617 | 4144 | N/A | 3663 | N/A |
| QUADRUPLE ROOM 2 BEDS (K42) | 2011 | 2084 | 2363 | 2208 | N/A | 2101 |
| TRIPLE ROOM 2 BEDS (K32) | 2494 | 2551 | 2943 | 2839 | N/A | 2610 |
| SINGLE ROOM (K11) | 6892 | 7153 | 8228 | 7916 | N/A | 7243 |
| per child in parents room 2 - 11 (DACHD12) | 66 | 66 | 66 | 66 | 66 | 66 |
| per childr in parents room 12 - 17 (DACHD18) | 539 | 539 | 547 | 547 | N/A | 539 |
| Alamo Suppl. Gold - per car (DALGOLD) | 196 | 196 | 196 | 196 | 196 | 196 |
Included
- Hotelaccomodation based on lodging + local sales taxes, as per itinerary and as per chosen hotel category.
- Car rental with GPS, adapted to the number of persons in the car, one driver. Extra drivers and/or underage drivers can be added with supplement.
- Single: Economy except if the car is brought back to another city than the one it started from, than Compact.
- Double/Twin: Compact
- Triple: Intermediate
- Quadruple and 2x double rooms: Fullsize.
- Any other car rental category can be provided with the appropriate price adjustment.
- Only for selfdrives booked as published: roadbook with description of day by day itinerary. (Only available in Dutch and French)
- Local roadmap of the State or Province (Canda), or a road atlas if the trip brings you through different states.
Not Included
All services NOT mentioned such as:
- International passport and charges for ESTA = USA and or ETA = Canada.
- Airline tickets, airport taxes, fuel surcharge, security fee, and more.
- Meals at the hotels except if confirmed differently at time of confirmation.
- Resort fees, Urban fees, Facility fees and other fees charged by some hotels and to be paid locally.
- Eventual cost for a (new) Belgian - European drivers licence, if the current one does not state "Drivers Licence" in English.
- Warrant/Security Deposit/Guarantee cost for rental cars, motorhomes, motorbikes, hotels and more.
- Fuel for the vehicles and parking costs.
- Charges for tollroads en toll bridges
- Insurances (cancellation insurance, travel and assistance insurance, luggage insurance, etc).
- Admissions to the national parks, to attractions, extra excursions, etc.
- All personal expenses (Food & Drinks), souvenirs and more.
Good To Know
FLIGHTS:
Wings ‘n Wheels is offering a large choice of European and American carriers which operates daily flights to and from the USA and Canada, starting from Brussels and as well as from the main airports in neighboring countries.
International and eventual domestic flights are not included. Airlines work with flexible prices and availability does change quickly. Use the contact form below and send it to your travel agent (enter your postal code or city name or the name of your travel agency) and indicate accurately your travel dates (departure and return) together with the surname (family name), first name and date of birth of each traveler and Wings ‘n Wheels will search for the best deals, considering itinerary and pricing.
A-LA-CARTE - TAILOR MADE:
All self-drive itineraries can be amended and tailormade “ à la carte” to your wishes.
CARRENTAL - DRIVERS LICENCE:
It is mandatory to present a NATIONAL driving licence with on the front side "Driving Licence". An international drivers licence is a translation only and not a valid document to rent a vehicle.
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