Jana's Dream Cruises
Your Cruise Specialist in Travel Adventure
Sail away on a relaxing adventure on rarely cruised waterways. Surround yourself in the oasis of the Wine Country as you sample different varieties of wine, and tour some of the Napa, Sonoma and Carneros wine districts' favored wineries.
The intimate, casual Spirit of Endeavour allows you to explore the hidden byways of San Francisco Bay, as you savor fine wine offered by an on-board Guest Wine Speaker, and dine on fine California cuisine.
Culture of the Vine
Cruise #37A
4 Days, 3 Nights
San Francisco to San Francisco: Round Trip Cruise
Departures: Late September through early November 2005
Sailing Dates September 30, Oct 7, 14, 21, 28 and Nove 4, 2005
BLD = Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Day 1 Friday Sail from San Francisco - Transfer from San Francisco Airport to Cruise West's Hospitality Suite 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. D
- Day 2 Saturday in the Napa Valley
- The total wine experience begins in the "living" 1882 Victorian House Museum, at St. Supéry, then continues on to the Demonstration Vineyard to view varying methods of winemaking, and then to the Wine Discovery Center, and the Smellavision that emits wine aromas. The tour concludes with a tasting.
- Enjoy a 3-course lunch in the cave theatre at Clos Pegase while listening to the relaxing sounds of live flamenco guitar. This exclusive Cruise West luncheon includes a tour and wine tasting.
- As well as producing excellent wines, Clos Pegase is known for their extensive art collection and the fluid architecture of Michael Graves.
- Next stop is at Clos Du Val where you will enjoy a unique tour of a premium winery in the Stag's Leap appellation. At Clos Du Val, you will delight in tasting several excellent wines, including the Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, and Chardonnay that this winery is famous for.
- Later onboard the Spirit of Endeavour, enjoy a leisurely cocktail hour with featured wines and a delicious dinner. (Note that you may visit today's wineries in an alternate order. Winery selection is subject to change.) BLD
- Day 3 Sunday in the Carneros District and Sonoma Valley
- Today you will meet with the winemakers at Benziger Winery before boarding a private tractor-pulled tram ride through the vineyards and an up-close experience of the vines, later enjoying a little fruit of the vine.
- Lunch is served today at Ledson Winery's landmark French-Norman castle. Enjoy the slate tile, turrets, balconies, multiple fireplaces and fountains of this architectural extravaganza. Delight in a stroll around the historic Sonoma Plaza where your Exploration Leader will provide you with a walking map and suggested favorite spots. (Note that you may visit today's wineries in an alternate order. Winery selection is subject to change.)
- Celebration of Celebrations! Your afternoon will wind down with a reception at Domaine Carneros where you will be treated to Champagne and hors d'oeuvres, and relax on the beautiful outside terrace that overlooks the Carneros landscape.
- The experts at Domaine Carneros have prepared the perfect celebration foods, designed exclusively for Cruise West guests, to compliment their Champagne, and they will share their secrets with you.
- Later, back onboard, relax with a leisurely, wonderful dinner and selected after-dinner wines in the lounge. BLD
- Day 4 Monday Return to San Francisco
- You will appreciate the early morning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco's waterfront before returning to the pier for disembarkation. A transfer is included to San Francisco's airport or your stopover hotel. B
Tour Costs
The cost of your cruise includes service charges for land-based personnel and $99 per person which covers taxes/port charges/fees, and onboard services. Onboard gratuities are neither required nor expected. Prices are per person, double-occupancy, U.S. dollars.
Single/Triple rates available upon request where applicable.
Handling fee, Airfare and Pre/Post San Francisco Stay extra. For payments in Cash Exchange Rate and Bank fees will apply.
Category Deluxe: $1,803 pp
Category AAA $1,503 pp
Category AA $1,303 pp
CAtegory A $1,103 pp
November 4, 2005 sailing $100 pp less, than as shown above
