8-Nights Northern California's Finest - Classic, First-Class from $4,949

Northern California's Finest

Day 1: ARRIVE IN SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA Welcome to San Francisco! At 6:00p.m., meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome drink.

ENHANCED FREE TIME
Explore more in San Francisco with dinner in North Beach, a walk at Fisherman’s Wharf, a bowl of clam chowder with famous sourdough bread, or a Ghirardelli chocolate or two! Your Tour Director has suggestions for your evening in the city by the bay.



Day 2: SAN FRANCISCOGolden Gates & Gardens This morning, discover the highlights of San Francisco on a guided sightseeing tour including the Golden Gate Bridge, iconic Painted Ladies Victorian homes, and stunning Japanese Tea Gardens. Enjoy free time to explore on your own before dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
From the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Chinatown to Fisherman’s Wharf, Twin Peaks, the historic Presidio, you’ll breathe in the salty sea air and hear the distinctive cable cars in the distance during your morning tour of San Francisco.



Day 3: SAN FRANCISCO–SONOMA–NAPA-SACRAMENTO Bridge to Bountiful Travel across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sonoma for a city tour and tasting at a [LF] family-owned winery. Beyond the scenic landscapes and superior wine, Sonoma Valley features a legacy of Native communities, preserved adobe buildings, and the historic downtown, where pivotal moments in California's history unfolded. Enjoy lunch on your own and free time at the Oxbow Public Market in Napa. Artisan cafes, organic produce stands, and local food vendors provide a variety of delightful lunch options. Continue to the capital of California, Sacramento, for a sightseeing tour and free evening. Tonight, venture out to explore one of the many restaurants, craft breweries, and wine-tasting rooms. (B)

LOCAL FAVORITE
Visit a beautiful winery, where estate-grown, sustainably farmed wines have flowed for over a century. Taste the California vintages that thrive here with a tradition of generations while enjoying panoramic hillside vistas for an authentic Sonoma Valley experience.



Day 4: SACRAMENTO–YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Treasures of the High Sierras Travel south through the Sierra Nevada Mountains to Yosemite National Park. Best known for its waterfalls, Yosemite also offers nearly 1,200 square miles of grand meadows, ancient sequoias, and much more. Continue to Tenaya at Yosemite for a memorable two-night stay. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Tenaya at Yosemite is nestled among towering sugar pines in the Sierra National Forest offering an elegant mountain retreat with access to multiple eateries, a world-class spa, three swimming pools, and refined guestrooms with deluxe amenities. Enjoy the night sky and sweet snack at the fire pit with a s’mores kit. Widely regarded as the premier lodging experience near Yosemite National Park, Tenaya at Yosemite combines modern comforts with rustic Sierra charm and exceptional access to the park's natural wonders.




Day 5: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Spend your day your way in Yosemite Explore more of Yosemite National Park with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.

Enjoy free time for the balance of the day in Yosemite National Park. As part of the Globus family of brands Lighthouse Project, this historic national park is one example of our commitment to supporting the people and places we share with you. (B)

ENHANCED FREE TIME
Explore more in Yosemite National Park, a place Theodore Roosevelt described as a “great solemn cathedral, far vaster and more beautiful than any built by the hand of man.” After camping here with naturalist John Muir in 1903, Roosevelt became an even stronger advocate for conservation, helping to expand protections for America’s natural treasures. During his presidency, more than 230 million acres of public land were placed under federal protection, including national forests, monuments, wildlife refuges, and parks.



Day 6: YOSEMITE–SEQUOIA & KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS Forest Giants & Heavenly Objects Travel to Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks to explore the “Land of Giants,” where soaring mountains, deep canyons, vast caverns, and the world’s largest trees create a landscape of remarkable beauty and diversity. Tonight, enjoy dinner followed by a [LF] stargazing experience with a local guide. (B,D)

LOCAL FAVORITE
As night falls across the Sierra Nevada, Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks transform into a premier stargazing destination, offering breathtaking views of the Milky Way beneath some of California's darkest skies. Explore the constellations above as your Local Guide brings their ancient legends and rich cultural traditions to life beneath the stars.

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Feel like you're dreaming during the stay at the wonderful Wuksachi Lodge in the heart of Sequoia National Park. The beautifully crafted cedar and stone architecture offers panoramic views of the surrounding forest and High Sierra peaks from its spectacular alpine setting in the Sequoias.



Day 7: SEQUOIA & KINGS CANYON NATIONAL PARKS–MONTEREY Old-Growth Trees & Ocean Tides Spend free time this morning exploring these magnificent parks, which now protect nearly half the remaining sequoia groves in the world. See the General Sherman Tree, spend time at the Visitor Center, or simply relax in the tranquil surroundings. Continue across the farmlands of California to the coastal town of Monterey for a two-night stay. (B,L)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Immortalized by John Steinbeck in his novel of the same name, Cannery Row is filled with history and vibrant sights along the waterfront of Monterey Bay. Once a bustling area of sardine factories, the street is a brightly painted avenue of eateries and shops that harken back to a heritage of fishermen and rich stories.



Day 8: MONTEREY. EXCURSION TO CARMELThe Rocky Shores of Pebble Beach This morning, stroll along Fisherman’s Wharf for the chance to see shore and sea creatures in the Pacific Ocean or visit historic Cannery Row. Depart Monterey for a journey along scenic 17-Mile Drive and visit the seaside town of Carmel-by-the-Sea for free time to explore on your own. Later this afternoon, return to Monterey, where your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

TOUR HIGHLIGHT
Feel the windswept spirit of the Pacific Ocean with a spectacular journey along 17-Mile Drive to the charming haven of Carmel-by-the-Sea. See the crooked cottages and twisted trees in the popular haunt of writers, artists, and celebrities. You’ll pass by sweeping sea views and rocky shores, visit the world-famous Pebble Beach Golf Course for a walk on the fairway, and see the legendary Lone Cypress clinging to its rocky perch.



Day 9: MONTEREY–SAN FRANCISCO Safe travels until we meet again! After breakfast, depart Monterey for San Francisco. Travel north through the scenic Santa Clara Valley toward Silicon Valley and San Francisco Bay for your transfer to the airport. Please schedule your flight from San Francisco International Airport for 1:00 p.m. or later. Want to explore more of San Francisco on your own? Additional nights are available for purchase. (B)