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The San Francisco Bay Area boasts such varied vistas... many of which are seen on the flight to a picnic lunch in the Napa countryside. Take in views of the Sausalito and Marin hills. Continue along the bay with views of natural marshes, waterfowl, and then the renowned Napa vineyards. Enjoy a picnic lunch in solitude, followed by a serene flight homeward with the welcoming sight of the spectacular San Francisco skyline. A return shuttle is available upon landing. Flight time approx. 60 minutes round-trip.
Yosemite is the flagship of America's National Parks. Escape to the mountains for two full days of hiking, sightseeing and exploring in this amazing natural wilderness. This tour includes Yosemite Valley, the High Country, Giant Sequoias, and the comfort of a bed: This overnight tour has it all!
Enjoy the sights on the way to the heliport. Once on board the exhilarating adventure begins. Musical background accompanies spontaneous narration by your professionally trained pilot. See the famous hills of San Francisco and the striking cityscape. Take in well-known landmarks, such as Alcatraz Island and the spectacular bridges spanning the Bay. Upon landing, the shuttle drops guests for boarding on the yacht where delightful views of San Francisco from the water await. Savor an elegant dinner, enjoy the music and stroll the outer decks. Return transportation is on your own Flight time approx. 20 minutes. Yacht sails for approx. 2.5 hrs
Savor the breathtaking aerial views of the city and bay on your helicopter flight. Upon landing, your driver shuttles you to picturesque Sausalito to enjoy a leisurely lunch at one of this colorful village's top spots. Afterwards, explore the town known for its artists and art galleries. Browse its many shops. Top off your afternoon with a view-filled ferry ride back to San Francisco. Directions, schedule and ticket provided by your driver. Flight duration is approx. 20 minutes. Lunch and Ferry boat back to San Francisco open-ended, approx. 3 to 5 hrs
The first day visits Muir Woods where you will have an hour and a half to walk among the tallest trees in the world-the Coastal Redwood. After exploring this old growth forest we will regroup and head into the wine country. After lunch in the quaint town of Healdsburg, you will visit wineries in the Alexander, Dry Creek, and Russian River Valley appellations. Day two concentrates on the vineyards and wineries of the Sonoma Valley. From Kenwood and Glen Ellen to the Carneros region we will taste our way down the "Valley of the Moon" visiting a variety of wineries throughout the day. Historic Downtown Sonoma will provide the location for the second lunch stop and an opportunity to visit the Town Square including the Sonoma Mission, the City Hall, the Sonoma Jack Cheese Factory and the boutique shops that surround this bustling retail area. This two day tour is perfect for those who would prefer a more relaxed pace to appreciate both the wine and cuisine of the famous California Wine Country.
This tour is seasonal and operates from May through to September The day begins with the tour picking you up from your lodging between 6:00am and 7:00am and heading east across the Bay Bridge offering great views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Fisherman's Wharf. You will stop for breakfast (at own expense) in the Central Valley. Famous for its rich volcanic soil, the Central Valley is a booming agricultural region best known for Almonds, Grapes, Tomatoes, Peaches and Strawberries. After breakfast the tour will continue your journey up through the cattle and horse ranching lands of the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains to the American River. Once in the foothills, the tour will either meet up with the EarthTrek Expeditions bus or go straight to the put-in for the Upper Chili Bar Run, a continuous thrilling 8 mile run of Class III rapids. The action begins immediately with Meatgrinder, followed by numerous rapids including Racehorse Bend, Rock Garden, Triple Threat and climaxed by a mad dash through famed Troublemaker Rapid. The trip ends as you pull ashore back to camp where your guides prepare a tasty BBQ lunch. After lunch, there is time to play some beach volleyball and enjoy the river, then unwind by tasting some fine California wines before heading back in the van to San Francisco, dropping you at your lodging between 6.00pm and 6.30pm. Please Note:
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