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Itinerary: Vintner's Choice
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| Day 1 : | Sail from San Francisco |
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| Day 2 : | Highlights of the Napa Valley |
| Day 3 : | Sausalito |
| Day 4 : | Choices |
| Day 5 : | Return to San Francisco |
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| Days | Dates | Deck + Cabin Type |
| Destinations : California, North America Activities : Cultural Activities, River Cruising, Wine Tasting |
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Indulge yourself in the wonderful world of California wine, on a leisurely cruise experience that takes you deep into the famed Napa and Sonoma wine valleys. You will also enjoy a day exploring Sausalito and beautiful San Francisco Bay. Both wine novices and connoisseurs will enjoy tastings and interactive discussions about the history, mystery and delicacies of wine.
Day 1 : Sail from San Francisco
Prior to boarding the Spirit of Yorktown in San Francisco you will be transferred from San Francisco Airport to our hospitality area at the Sheraton Fisherman’s Wharf. Enjoy the delights of Fisherman’s Wharf until boarding time.
You will be welcomed onboard with a flute of Champagne or Champagne punch and a toast as you cruise by the San Francisco skyline. Following a delicious dinner, gather in the lounge for a short presentation and casual conversation. Overnight, cruise up-bay to set the stage for a busy day in the Napa Valley. D
Day 2 : Highlights of the Napa Valley
Note: you may visit today’s wineries in an alternate order. Winery selection is subject to change.
You will be treated to a cooking demonstration, “Cooking With Wine,” by the chefs at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA), Greystone campus and have time to peruse their amazing cooking store.
Lunch will be served at the world-renowned Auberge du Soleil restaurant perched on the slope of Rutherford Hill, affording an impressive view of the entire Napa Valley. This exclusive Cruise West lunch will feature food and wine pairings explained by the sommelier.
Nestled along the historic Silverado Trail, Mumm Napa’s spectacular views can be seen while tasting from the glass-enclosed tasting salon or outside on the terrace.
Later, you will head back to CIA for an engaging wine program (may include wine blending) taught by the professionals at Greystone. Back onboard ship enjoy a leisurely cocktail hour and a delicious dinner. BLD
Day 3 : Sausalito
Enjoy the relaxing morning sail into Sausalito. Brunch will be served onboard as the Spirit of Yorktown ties up near the charming seaside town of Sausalito, just across the Golden Gate Bridge from San Francisco. There will be time for you to walk and explore this artists’ town on your own. Additional optional activities include exploring the Bay Model, inflatable excursion craft tours of Richardson Bay, the Marin shipyard or shopping. Your day will end with a twilight bay cruise and onboard wine tasting. BLD
Day 4 : Choices
There will be time for shopping and exploring at the park-like Sonoma Plaza, the largest of its kind in California. The Plaza is an eight-acre square at the heart of Sonoma’s unique historical district.
Or... For those of you who would like the opportunity to personalize your cruise by exploring one of your individual passions there will be optional tours available:
The Cabernet Lovers Limo Tour will visit three amazing wineries known for their high-end Cabernet Sauvignons: Quintessa, Silver Oak, and Joseph Phelps. (Wineries subject to change.)
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Enjoy an early morning hot air balloon ride over the lovely Napa Valley.
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Tour the olive grove at Round Pond during the harvest / press season. You will have a chance to see olive oil pressed, and taste it, while enjoying the music that accompanies the harvest workers.
Return to the Spirit of Yorktown for lunch.
The afternoon will be filled visiting two wineries in Sonoma. At St. Francis you will be treated to food and wine pairings, touring, and tasting. St. Francis Winery is known for its Cabernets, Meritages, and Chardonnays.
The Chateau St. Jean visit will include tasting and time to appreciate its magnificent gardens. This winery is known for its Cabernets and Chardonnays.
Back onboard the ship you will experience a leisurely cocktail hour with featured wines followed by a delicious dinner. BLD
Day 5 : Return to San Francisco
You will want to be out on deck early this morning to take in the view as we cruise under the Golden Gate Bridge before returning to the San Francisco pier for disembarkation.
A transfer to San Francisco’s airport is included. See the box on the right for a delightful way to extend your stay in San Francisco. B
California Wine Country Spa Package OPTIONAL Post cruise extension:
· Two nights in a Luxury Room at the Huntington Hotel on Nob Hill
· One 80-minute spa treatment of choice per guest in the Nob Hill Spa (excluding LED Light Therapy)
· 15% off additional 80-minute treatments
· Daily Continental Breakfast in the Big 4 Restaurant
· Transfer to San Francisco International Airport via Towncar Service
· Bottle of wine in-room on arrival to the hotel with macaroon cookies
· The Huntington Hotels Services Include (but are not limited to):
o Complimentary Chauffeured Sedan Service to/from Union Square and the Financial District between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.
o Twice Daily Maid Service
o Complimentary Access to the Spa
o In-Room Coffee and Tea Service on Arrival
o Full Service Concierge from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Please note an additional fuel surcharge of $15 per person per night on ship.
Ship Description: Spirit of Yorktown
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Cruising in the zodiac on an excursion
The Spirit of Yorktown has a year-round cruising schedule that takes her as far north as Alaska and south, through the Panama Canal to the Carribean.
The decor is sleek, stylish, and quietly elegant with light wood accents and artistically etched glass. The Observation Lounge features expansive picture windows, a video and lending library, plus cozy banquettes and conversation circles for getting to know your fellow travelers.
Every stateroom features a wide picture window or porthole, private facilities, writing desk and ample storage. And when it's time to go outside, guests enjoy generous outside space on three decks.
Measuring 257 feet long, 43 feet wide, and with a draft of just eight feet, the Yorktown Clipper was specifically designed for cruising in coastal waters; the ship's easy maneuverability and shallow draft enable exploration of secluded waterways beyond the reach of bigger ships. A fleet of motorized landing craft can be launched in minutes for spontaneous landings on small islands and deserted beaches.
The Yorktown Clipper was built in 1988 in Green Cove Springs, Florida, by American craftsmen. Power is provided by two Detroit diesel propulsion engines rated approximately 900 SHP each, and maneuverability is increased by a 300 HP bowthruster. This ship is equipped with an Electronic Chart Precise Integrated Navigation System (ECPINS), which combines navigational data on one screen and meets the stringent requirements of the International Maritime Organization (IMO). She was one of the first cruise ships to be equipped with this advanced system.
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A 120 sq. ft. Staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and portholes. |
AA 130 sq. ft. AA staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, writing desk, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and picture window. |
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AAA 157 sq. ft. AAA staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, writing desk, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and picture window or portholes. Cabins 24, 25, 26, 33, 34, 35 and 36 can accommodate triples. |
Deluxe233 sq. ft. Deluxe staterooms feature two twin beds, in-room controlled air conditioning, writing desk, radio, locking drawer, hairdryer and one or two picture windows. Cabins L27, L28, and P60 can convert to a queen bed and can accommodate triples. |
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Balcony Balcony staterooms feature queen beds, writing desk, hair dryer, under-counter refrigerator, large picture windows and walk-out balcony with privacy louvers between adjacent cabins. |
