Visit two of San Francisco's most popular attractions - Alcatraz and the Napa Valley wineries. After a relaxing day of wine tasting and a picnic lunch, return to busy San Francisco, only to explore the notorious Alcatraz prison the following day!
- Separate driver ensures your guides full attention throughout the day
- All taxes, fuel surcharges and service fees included
- Perfect introduction for first-time visitors
- Travel by boat and see the sights from the water
- Lunch included
- Conducted in English
Taste premier Cabernet Sauvignons, Cabernet Francs, Pinot Noirs as well as reserve bruts from the best known wineries in Napa. Winery visits include Domaine Chandon (sparkling), Andretti Winery, V. Sattui and Rutherford Ranch. You will receive a ticket for the following day to visit the famous island of Alcatraz.
The combination of a medium sized group (up to 40 maximum) and a separate driver and tour guide, will give you plenty of opportunity to ask questions during the day. During the ride to Napa, your guide will give you an introduction to the famous region and the wines you may taste today. Your guide will also provide 101 instruction on wine tasting.
After wine tasting at V. Sattui, you can order what you like from a wide selection at the deli. There are cheese, sausage and olive plates as well as meat or vegetarian sandwiches to choose from.
The return trip to San Francisco from Napa Valley is by ferry. You can go outside or stay inside the boat during the 50-minute calm water cruise across the bay catching great views of Alcatraz, the Bay Bridge, the city of San Francisco, as well as the Golden Gate Bridge.
The day after your wine tour, you'll jump on the ferry to discover where various notorious inmates were incarcerated at Alcatraz, one of San Francisco's most popular attractions. This penitentiary, formally known as "The Rock", is famous for having housed ruthless criminals such as Al Capone (Scarface) and Machine Gun Kelly. You will receive the opportunity to explore this renowned landmark and tour its spooky cell blocks.
Schedule details
Alcatraz Prison
Departure Point:
The Ferry Building (out front) on Embarcadero Street, San Francisco
Alcatraz tours will depart the following day from pier 33
Departure Time:
- Wine Country Tour
- Thursday to Saturday - 8:30am
- Sunday - 8:15am
- November 1 - March 29: The following day at 1:55pm
- March 30 - October 31: The following day at 3:55pm
Alcatraz Tour:
Return Details:
Returns to original departure pointPricing information
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Additional information
Napa Valley Wine Country
Inclusions:
- Expert guide/narration
- Ferry/Bay cruise tickets
- Picnic lunch at V.Sattui Winery
- Bottled water
- Local taxes
Exclusions:
- Tasting fees
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Additional Information:
- Confirmation for this tour will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Wine tasting fees are not included. Most wineries on this tour will waive tasting fees with the purchase of a bottle
Terms and Conditions:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
Local Operator Information:
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