8 days in Napa Valley, Sonoma & San Francisco Itinerary

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Wine Tours & Tastings and Jarvis Estate. Escape the urban bustle at Swanson Vineyards Salon and Balloon Rides. When in Napa, make a side trip to see Castello di Amorosa in Calistoga, approximately Calistoga away. The adventure continues: do a tasting at V. Sattui Winery and stop by Oxbow Public Market.

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Mobile to Napa is an approximately 8-hour flight. You can also drive; or do a combination of bus and train. You'll gain 2 hours traveling from Mobile to Napa due to the time zone difference. Plan for little chillier nights when traveling from Mobile in November since evenings lows in Napa dip to 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Sonoma.

Shop till you drop at Imagery Estate Winery & Art Gallery and Petaluma Seed Bank. Step out of the city life by going to Sonoma Coast State Beach and Sonoma Valley. Dedicate the 26th (Sat) to wine at some of the top wineries in the area. There's much more to do: browse the fresh offerings at Glen Ellen Village Market, do a tasting at B. Wise Vineyards, hike along Jack London State Historic Park, and walk around Sonoma Plaza.

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Sonoma is just a short distance from Napa. In November, daily temperatures in Sonoma can reach 65°F, while at night they dip to 41°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 29th (Tue) early enough to go by car to San Francisco.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Tue): look for gifts at Moe Greens.

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You can drive from Sonoma to San Francisco in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of taxi and subway; or take a bus. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Sonoma in November since evenings lows in San Francisco dip to 51°F. On the 30th (Wed), you'll have the morning to explore before heading back home.