Napa Valley
Head to the Napa Valley for unforgettable experiences that nourish the body and soul . The Napa Valley has been endowed with the perfect environment to cultivate some amazing wines , but that is just the beginning . With more than 1200 square kilometres of friendly faces , breath-taking views , an array of accommodation options and lovely spas , incredible art and some of the world ’ s best food , it ’ s the perfect destination to relax , savour and restore .
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3 days / 3 nights Suggested Self-Drive
Day 1 : Napa Valley Start the day with breakfast at the Oxbow Public Market , a bustling food hall with everything from bakeries to restaurants . Then drive to di Rosa , an art preserve on the Carneros Highway that houses the most significant holding of Bay Area contemporary art .
Driving back toward Napa , you ’ ll see the brightly coloured Carneros Inn on your left . A perfect spot to stop for lunch at the Boonfly Café or FARM restaurant .
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Calistoga Saint Helena
Yountville Napa
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Day 2 : Napa Valley – Yountville – St . Helena ( 20km ) You ’ re going to need to rise early , but it ’ ll be well worth it . Get yourself to Napa Valley Aloft for a sunrise hot air balloon ride over the valley , followed by a Champagne breakfast . It ’ s one of those lifetime experiences you ’ ll never forget .
By now you ’ re probably eager to do a little walking , after all that eating , drinking , and being merry . Spend the afternoon wandering around the charming town of St . Helena , stopping for a coffee in one of many cafés .
Day 3 : St . Helena – Calistoga ( 15km ) Calistoga is the northernmost town in the valley but before you arrive make sure you stop at Castello di Amorosa , an authentic recreation of a Tuscan medieval castle .
For lunch why not treat yourself at Solbar , the Michelin star restaurant at Solage Resort and Spa . Why not head to Indian Springs , a historic hotsprings resort for a spa treatment then head out for dinner at one of the many restaurants on Lincoln Avenue . Calistoga has plenty on offer .
Rental car : Hertz ( Group B ) from $ 89 per day
Our favourite places to stay :
• Doubletree Hotel & Spa Napa Valley , American Canyon
• The Westin Verasa Napa
• Best Western Plus Stevenson Manor , Calistoga
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Highlights worth seeing along the way
Domaine Carneros – Sample the sparkling wine at this French château founded by the noble French family behind the Champagne Taittinger .
Napa Valley Wine Train – Take a tour of the wineries in the area by train or for something special enjoy a three hour dining excursion .
Silo ’ s Music Room – Premier Music Room and Wine Bar features the best in live rock , motown , reggae , and jazz alongside Napa ’ s finest wines and draft beers . Right in Downtown Napa at the Historic Napa Mill .
The Culinary Institute of America – If you have a passion for food and wine and a craving to learn , you can ’ t miss a stop at the Culinary Institute of America . They have cooking and wine classes , demonstrations , tastings , an award-winning restaurant and tours .
Napa Premium Outlets – Take advantage of massive savings on branded clothing like Banana Republic , Tommy Hilfiger and many more .
Oakville – Try wine tasting at one of the most iconic wine estates in the valley – Opus One .
Round Pond Olive Mill – For a change of pace from wine-tasting , try olive tasting instead , then stay and enjoy a lunch of cheese , bread and fresh produce .
© Visit Napa Valley © Andrew Zarivny
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The price guide shown is per car hire based on fully inclusive , 1-4 day hire rate . Price does not include Earlybird or other offers . Specials and surcharges may apply depending on travel date .