This trip with two girlfriends was EXCELLENT. Our first time with Wine Country Trekking and I would highly recommend them. All transfers, hotel and tasting appointments were seamlessly handled. All we had to do was walk, taste and learn. We loved the mix of wineries, and learning so much more about the history of the valley and it's inhabitants.

This trek is a perfect way to experience the city of San Francisco as well as the beautiful villages and islands across the Bay. The opening walk reveals the history of old San Francisco as well as today’s neighborhoods. Crossing the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito with its famous houseboats, and on through bay wetlands to picturesque Tiburon, gave satisfying walking and ever-changing views in all directions. Ferrying to Angel Island and walking on the island was the highlight of the week. What a peaceful, magical place! Finally, Alcatraz Island has flowers and birds as well as its history, and another chance to see the city and surrounding bay from the ferry back and forth. Wine Country Trekking accommodations and logistics immaculate as always. Highly recommended!

My husband and I hiked the Sausalito to Pt. Reyes trek, and it was truly an outstanding adventure! Every aspect of our trip - from communication before/during/after our journey, guides and maps, hotels, and transport - exceeded our highest expectations. The hikes were challenging but fun and mangeable for reasonably fit +40 year olds. Each day took us through stunning forests, mountains, cliff sides and beaches, and we ended with evenings at lovely, unique hotels with exceptional dining options. We loved every minute and are already planning another trek with this company. Highly recommend; don’t hesitate to book a getaway with Wine Country Trekking!!

This was an excellent walk. It was well planned and the venues we stayed in were top notch. Each hotel had great restaurants around them too. The wine tastings were also excellent, individually diverse and all of them had something special and memorable about them. This was our first hike together and my second hike with Wine Trek. Hope to do more. Jim

Third Trek (for us) was an absolute “5 star experience”! Winetrek’s attention to detail, selection of very upscale wine tastings and hotel properties, and perfect logistics made our three couples trek AMAZING! Until we Trek again we recommend strongly and sincerely that you trek with them too! Ending at Bodega Bay is highly recommended.

This was my first trek with Wine Country Trekking and it exceeded my expectations! My friend and I just completed the Santa Cruz to Monterey Bay walk and the scenery was stunning! We were floored by the beauty of Pt. Lobos State Park and the Nisene Marks redwood forest, the artsy charm of Pacific Grove, and the vibrant beach towns of Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Carmel. Mary and Greg carefully planned out the walks with detailed instructions, selected a wonderful grouping of distinct boutique hotels, and expertly curated the whole experience. I highly recommend this trek! Thank you!

We had a wonderful experience with Wine Country Trekking! Even though we walked through some rain, the three days of the hike were each excellent in their own way, with the descent into Muir Woods as a highlight. The accommodations were great, and the trail guide and directions provided by Greg and Mary were detailed and helpful. We appreciated all of their communications with us.

We really enjoyed this trip! The accommodations were great. The food recommendations were also very good. Mary was great about checking in with us throughout the trip. We scheduled massages for the last day and we didn’t have enough time after the wine tour so Wine Country Trekking figured out a solution. There were a few places where signs were missing but collectively we were able to figure out. Overall great experience!! Highly recommend

Mary was fantastic! I read about wine country trekking in a magazine and wanted fo take my mom for a birthday trip. Every detail was really thought out and the hotels and restaurants were amazing as well. It was such a great experience for the two of us.

Our 6th trek. Consistently a wonderful experience. The trail guides are thorough and easy to follow. The Inns are perfect. The hikes are just right. This company is first class all the way. We will be back.

The weather was unkind to us on the first day of the actual trek from Fisherman's Wharf to Sausalito; however, this didn't seem to matter as walking over the Golden Gate Bridge is an experience rain, hail or shine! Communication with WCT was very good throughout and the support in the form of trek directions and other complementary documents was spot-on. Accommodation was wonderful. Muir Woods was a highlight and a fitting end to the adventure.

Celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary doing this trek. Accommodations, wineries, and hikes were great. The trail guide and pre-planning materials provided were super helpful. This was our first trek, and we wouldn't hesitate to take another trip with Wine Country Trekking!

Made for an excellent sister trip. We hit great weather. The hikes were good, hard work but not too hard, took us about 4 hours each day. The trails were well maintained and in very good condition. The trail guides and maps were well done, very clear, and we appreciated their tips and suggestions. The Cavallo Point hotel stop on day 1 was a highlight. We liked the varied experiences in the 3 towns and hotels. Would definitely do another WCT trip.

Another wonderful trek thanks to Mary and Greg! It's such a perfect way to bond with family and friends and to enjoy the unparalleled beauty of California's land and seascapes. Watching all of the ocean life was a big highlight (we wished we had thought to bring binoculars!) as was the magical redwood forest. The walks were easy and relaxing with lots of time to pause to take photos or look for whales. Everything went very smoothly thanks to meticulous planning by Wine Country Trekking. I look forward to my next trek with WCT!

This was our second tour with Wine Country Trekking. Our first was the Sausalito to Glen Ellen. Our favorites for this tour were the Forest of Nisene Marks and Point Lobos. Good wildlife sightings in the ocean--dolphins, whales, sea lions, and otters. We went in early July. Cool temps on the coast that time of year made for pleasant walking. Clear maps and directions. Loved the smaller inns and great locations. I would suggest adding a day on either end on your own as there was so much else to do in the Santa Cruz and Pacific Grove areas. Be sure to stop at the Carmel Bakery.

This was our fourth trip with Wine Country Trekking and it will not be our last. This time we combined San Francisco to the Wine Country with the Sonoma Valley Wine Tasting trek for two extra nights in Sonoma to stretch it out and do a bit more wine tasting. We had a great time again; no mishaps at all. The wineries, overnights, and logistics were all exceptional. At the end of the day you can’t beat the walking parts though. Its a wonderful mix of walks, from San Francisco around the bay, two days on headlands and through redwoods, two days walking at Point Reyes, a rest day in Inverness with lovely views of Tomales Bay, then two days different again in and around Glen Ellen, perfect variety. Plus the two walks we added in Sonoma were different yet again.

What an outstanding adventure with WCT! The communication with Mary and Greg was excellent and they answered all of our questions with patience. The route maps and detailed descriptions in the final Trail Guide were spot-on. They easily added on a walk for us from Fisherman’s Wharf, across the GGB to Sausalito the day before. The next 2 days were a challenge for us older flatlanders from Illinois, even though we did the optional shorter routes, and glad we did. The scenery and hiking trails along the coast in Marin County and through Muir Woods were truly breathtaking. The inns chosen for us each evening were exceptional along with the customer service at each. The wineries we visited during the last 2 days were all fantastic, showcasing the best of local vineyards. Our last visit at a private winemaker was a highlight for us as he regaled us with stories. We would definitely recommend WCT to anyone looking to combine the best of hiking/walking with an exceptional wine experience!

This was our second trek with Wine Country Trekking, and it was once again a marvelous experience. The hikes are spectacular, and the accommodations are luxurious and low key. The restaurant recommendations were fabulous. Our drivers were efficient and fun, and Mary and Greg's attention to every detail is meticulous. It is a unique and wonderful vacation.

The wine trekking experience was wonderful. This is our second year in a row. We had 1 different hotel and 2 different wineries, and were very pleased with all.

As always, our Wine Country Trek was meticulously planned down to the last perfect detail! It's a wonderful way to spend time with family, walking and talking in beautiful wine country and learning about what goes into creating some of the best wines. I cannot recommend Mary and Greg's treks highly enough!

This was an amazing experience. The hikes were very well-planned with diverse & spectacular scenery. Hiking into Muir Woods from above was one of the coolest hiking experiences ever, and the coastal scenery was gorgeous. The hotels were phenomenal, and the communication was great with Greg and Mary. Their hiking guide was clear and easy to follow and we really appreciated the detail.

Wine Country Treking was excellent again on our San Francisco to Inverness Trek. Their attention to detail, logistics, accommodation selection, and communications were outstanding. This 49 mile five hike adventure is laid out extremely well with plenty of nature’s eye candy. This was my second trek with WCT and they were absolutely on their “A” game again. Entering a hidden Muir Woods from the top ocean facing ridge was my highlight. Wow!

This is our fifth Trek with Wine Country Trekking. This was a fantastic experience. The accommodations are top notch. The dining is exquisite and the logistics are seamless. All of our treks have been this way. We will continue to trek and explore Northern California with Wine Country Trekking.

We had an absolutely wonderful time on this trek! It is the best way to spend time with people you love, walking and talking in stunning natural settings, sharing great food and wine, relaxing at friendly, quaint boutique hotels. Mary and Greg took care of every detail, so we just had to show up and enjoy. I can't recommend this experience highly enough!

I did this same trek again with my husband, and it was the most sweet romantic time; we will remember this forever as a peak life moment

A California wine tour has always been a bucket list item for us. But as outdoorspeople we didn't want to just drive around from winery to winery all day. We wanted something different, something unique. The Mount Tamalpais to the Wine Country tour was the perfect combination of everything we love: hiking, great accommodations, wonderful food, and delicious wine. Oh, and the hosts -- Mary and Greg -- were exceptional. Altogether, a most memorable adventure!

The absolute BEST!! had such a wonderful time. The trails were amazing. Mary & Greg ???? took excellent care of me. I felt very secure and cared for and the hikes were absolutely wonderful and in the pouring rain I still had a wonderful time. They go out of their way to really make you feel cared for and everything is planned with a lot of thought and care that you’ll have an amazing time!! GO GO GO this trek is so fun, and really interesting!! The inns I stayed at were lovely and the staff at both of them were incredibly kind. I give this company a 5 star rating galore!!!!!

This was a great sister activity. We are in our mid-sixties and low 70s and found this hike to be strenuous but do able. I wish we would have had more time to spend in each area but maybe because of our age we generally arrived to our Inn around 4p. Wine tasting at 2 of the Inns each night was great. Traveling in early November gave us wonderful weather.

We had a wonderful time on the trek! It was our first ‘trekking’ trip, and this has certainly opened up a new way to vacation for us. The daily distances were perfect for us. We loved having the logistics taken care of. Both car services were prompt, polite, clean, and the second in particular provided additional information about the area, scenery, and residences. Hotels/Inns were all nicely appointed, clean, easy to find, and comfortable. In addition, we arrived fairly early to one and they were very accommodating and provided a room to us then. We enjoyed all of the hikes, but the Point Lobos Reserve and Forest of the Nisene Marks the most. Of the wine tastings, our experience in Carmel at " ... Cellars" was outstanding. The weather was outstanding. Definitely recommend!

My wife and I celebrated our 30th anniversary with this Trek. We are good hikers. Some treks were steeper hiking than we anticipated, but not a problem physically at all. Beautiful countryside. Our first visit ever to wine country was made a pleasure by the easy-to-follow itinerary and awesome accommodations- the boutique inns were great. The variety of tasting rooms and vineyard visits was just right. The only thing to be aware of as this is a self-guided tour, you will not meet Mary or anyone from the Wine Country Trekking company and there may not be anyone else on the trek tour. Wine Country Trekking sends a welcome text and you can contact them anytime if you need anything. My wife and I were solo the whole time. However, at the tastings there were others to meet and chat with. Great restaurants within walking distance of B&Bs.

Excellent mix of walking, sight seeing and wine tasting! Lovely hotels (our favorite was the Bodega Bay Lodge but they were all luxurious). Very clear directions for the walks—thank you! Also loved the variety, with a gorgeous beach one day and beautiful old trees the next. We enjoyed all the wine tastings!

Mary was great to work with! It was nice not to have to plan the details of the trip, they were all taken care of by Mary! Fantastic accommodations and fun, friendly tastings, beautiful hikes!…we had a great time! Thanks, Mary

Mary and Greg set up a fantastic trek for my son and I to do wine tasting in Napa in early Sep. The wineries that they chose were an excellent blend of fancy/high end and relaxed/casual. Whenever we got to a winery and told the staff there that we had been booked in by Wine Country Trekking, we were immediately welcomed and hosted. The weather was perfect and we enjoyed every step of the picturesque route. The hotels they chose for us were excellent - with character and comfort. The transportation guy was punctual every time and our luggage was at our next destination without fail. I was impressed with the Trail Guide - comprehensive and accurate. Every aspect of the administration of the trek from initial registration to final execution was efficiently handled. Clearly, Wine Country Trekking has bottled (if I can use a wine pun) a great concept and they are a well managed company. All in all we had a great vacation and I would highly recommend this to anyone.

Mary and her team were top notch communicators! Beautiful treks and lovely accommodations thanks to Wine Country Trekking. We loved every single minute and can't wait to go back!

What a fabulous week! The area is stunningly beautiful, and our trek was perfect. The towns were all charming with great restaurants, the lodging was varied and very nice, and the hikes were amazing. Every one was different, from flat beach to redwood forest, to craggily cliffs overlooking the ocean--we saw it all. All we had to do was show up, and everything was taken care of. The hikes were perfect for us--6 to 8 miles and not much elevation to speak of. The only thing we regretted was not bringing binoculars--we saw sea otters, sea lions, porpises, harbor seals and more--but from a distance!

What an awesome trip! The accomodations, sights and destinations surpassed all expectations. The weather was perfect and we enjoyed every step of the way. Greg and Mary were a pleasure to work with, their directions and eye for detail made the trip perfect. We will defintely be back for another trip with Wine Country Trekking.

This was a perfect vacation! We were a group aged 51 to 81, and everyone had a wonderful time. The hikes are curated so that we got to experience almost every terrain NorCal Bay Area has to offer. The pacing was excellent and the accommodations charming & comfortable. I cannot recommend this trip highly enough!

Self-guided, inn-to-inn walking tours have become our preferred way to travel. After completing two such trips in Europe, we began searching for a similar experience in the U.S. and were delighted to find Wine Country Trekking. Our "San Francisco to Wine Country" tour in May exceeded our expectations. The accommodations and other arrangements were all top-notch. The directions and recommendations were spot-on. Every detail Mary and Greg put into our trek resulted in an amazing experience for us.

We had a great trip! Wine Country Trekking had all the details covered, and there were no snags! The hiking routes took us to the best views, and the nightly accommodations were wonderful! We would certainly recommend this to anyone who wants to have an unforgettable travel experience!

Our Wine Country Trekkung experience was amazing. The accommodations were great and the wineries were fantastic, with one exception. We enjoyed this experience so much that we are planning another trek for next year!

This was our 4th trek . Each one has been beautifully done, with very accurate directions and amazing views . Deep dive into the landscapes - and the inns are so unique and gorgeous with amazing breakfasts. Already planning to do agajn next spring ! This is an amazing small family business with the best customer service ever !

This was just one of the best trips I have ever been on - this type of hiking trip was on my bucket list so was really fun to do with my 3 friends as we all turned 60. I loved the trails - and I now love the northern CA coast. I had no idea it would be so beautiful. The directions were super easy - I was Navigator and found them very easy to follow. I messed up only once and that was on the Muir Woods day and all those steps. I think I wanted them to be over to I turned a bit too early. But I blame that on exhaustion vs directions. The hiking was the perfect amount of challenging. I didn’t realize would be quite so hard but I wasn’t familiar with elevations. I am now! Challenging in the best way. Loved the Inns. So special. Day 2 and Day 3 were my favorite days. I would have liked to spend a bit more time in Mill Valley but, next time. I can’t say enough great things about this experience - it was really momentous for all 3 of us.

What a fantastic and memorable experience! Mary and Greg have designed a fabulous combination of scenic hiking, excellent wine tastings and top notch accommodations that we thoroughly enjoyed! They are very committed to ensuring their customers receive exceptional service and we felt that throughout, from the first connection point to plan our trip to the last. Communications were timely and informative and the guide they prepared contained excellent information and directions. Mary also shared great insights on restaurant recommendations. We felt like princesses at the inns we stayed at as the quality of accommodations was luxurious. We would highly recommend this experience!

I can't say enough great things about this trek. This was our 3rd time doing the SF to Wine Country Trek, and we added extra down days between hikes to allow more time to luxuriate in the fabulous accommodations. Wine, food, lodging - all thoughtfully curated and amazing. But the hikes are the reason we keep coming back. Carefully planned and meticulously documented in the guide, you will find yourself awed at every turn. Do not miss the chance to experience this stunning region on foot. The folks at WCT make it seamless and extra special. All you have to do is show up and enjoy it all - we will be back! "...break clear away, once in a while, and climb a mountain or spend a week in the woods. Wash your spirit clean." -John Muir

We loved this hike! We are a family of 5 with kids ages 11, 13 and 15 and they loved it, and led the way. The hotels were great in each spot, and our luggage was always waiting for us. We were blown away by the beauty of the views, coast and city and each day was a new perspective and adventure. It was a lot of hiking, but we wouldn’t want it any other way. It was well planned and the trail guide was very accurate — and so nice to look at paper instead of a phone! Highly recommend any hike by Mary & Greg, it’s a wonderful experience.

This mother - daughter trip was a dream! Mary and her team made all the arrangements to fit our style and needs, and then checked in throughout our trek to be sure things were going well. Each of the three days was so different from the others that it's been easy to keep our photos and memories straight. This is my second trek with Wine Country Trekking and I highly recommend their tours!!

The hotels were amazing in and of themselves, beautiful views and sunsets. But the best part of the trip were the hikes -- breathtaking and beautiful -- each and every one. The hiking guide with recommendations on what to do and where to eat in each destination was also spot on. Mary and Greg were gracious hosts, the trip was very well organized -- it was a much needed and beautiful vacation and we would do it again -- in a heartbeat. I would highly recommend this trek and Wine Country Trekking to anyone who loves the outdoors, who likes to hike and who likes good wine.

We had a terrific time on our recent Sonoma Valley Trek! Mary was wonderful to work with, creative, accommodating and enthusiastic. The experience is well designed, leaves room to customize and is executed at a luxurious level. The wine experiences were also top notch as not mere tastings, but full tours with guides and experiences. If you can do it in November, then so much the better as the weather is more mild and you can see all the leaves turning across the whole valley. We would absolutely do another booking through WCT and endorse them unreservedly.

Can not say enough about Wine Country Trekking. The experience was an 11/10. Everything was perfectly organized. The accommodations were out of this world and so nice to enjoy after a day of hiking. I am very detail oriented and it was nice to have a trip that I didn't have to plan. Mary and Greg thought of every detail and there is no way to get lost as the trail maps are very detailed and the scenery was magnificent. The wineries that were chosen not only served delicious wine but were very personable and told great stories behind each of the wines. We ended our Trek at a personal wine makers house, the experience here was incredible and the wine WOW. I don't have one bad thing to say. I am so happy we booked with Wine Country Trekking and can't recommend it enough.

We cannot speak highly enough about our experience. The restaurant recommendations from friends and the guidebook were spot on as we were able to select and book restaurants that could accommodate our interests and dietary choices. The hotels were unique and ranged from upscale to homey. The taxi driver from Sausalito flawlessly managed our luggage each day as we hiked from San Francisco to Sausalito to Tiburon before ferrying back to SF. Directions and maps were clearly detailed and provided for each day's excursion. On our two longest hike days (9 and 11 miles) we covered the route efficiently enough that we were able to enjoy a leisurely restaurant lunch an hour or two before reaching that day's destination. We saw wildlife unique to the area and also got a feel for the diversity of Fog City. Mary and Greg answered all of our pre-trip questions and put us at ease. We are definitely recommending this trek to others.

First rate from start to finish! We cannot stress how much we enjoyed our hike with Wine Country Trekking. Greg and Mary were the perfect hosts and anticipated every need of ours. We combined two tours and loved every moment. The hotels are fantastic and the food recommendations spot on! Mary went above and beyond the call of duty when we were unable to hike the last day as she picked us up and brought us to our wineries. Thank you! We will definitely be back to do another! Cheers!

What an amazing trip. It was so well organized and thoughtful. You get a written guide that is incredibly detailed. The accommodation was lovely. It was one of the best vacations. I highly recommend it.

We had a fantastic wine country trek. Our lodgings were quaint, beautiful and well appointed. The tastings were delightful and insightful. Mary was always just a phone call away when we got briefly lost one day. We were back on track in no time. That maps are great but we sometimes were so enthralled with the natural beauty of Bodega Bay that we missed a turn. This country is gorgeous. The marshy birding preserve walk was a treat. We loved our long walks in great beauty. The Armstrong Woods was jaw dropping. These redwoods are the tallest living things on earth. Mary and Greg are amazing at what they have created. Our last day we skipped the tastings and walked to the Russian River! Healdsburg and Occidental are lovely little towns.! Thanks Mary and Greg for this “bucket list” trip that two older gals just did not want it to end! ♥️

We wanted something different and this trek delivered. All of the walking was manageable even with one hot day. We appreciated the curation of the tour to give us varied winery experiences. All of the hotel stays were unique and offered us a good feel for each area. It was a great active vacation with lots of good wine and food plus plenty of outdoor adventure.

Our trip was awesome, and we look forward to another adventure! There was no getting lost with the detailed guide and suggestions for food. Fortunately, the weather cooperated for the most part and we were rewarded with what we found out was a very green California, definitely not the norm. While Jon enjoyed the hikes up the mountains, I enjoyed the parts down through Muir Woods the best. Oh, and the wineries we visited we all so unique. It was a great anniversary trip. Now to decide which one next. 🙂

The trek and as well as all the arrangements and logistics were fantastic. We may have been an unusual trio with myself, my daughter and my 1-year-old granddaughter in a child carrier. Greg and Mary were so engaged and helpful in addressing our needs and concerns. Our driver Kevin was helpful, friendly and always on times. I would certainly recommend Wine Country Trekking!

We had a fabulous time on our trek. Everything was taken care of for us, and we could relax and enjoy. The hikes were beautiful, with varied sights and features each day. The tastings were unique and all excellent. We also appreciated and enjoyed the restaurant recommendations. Accommodations were very nice and perfect for relaxing after each day. We only wish we could have stayed longer! Thanks for a wonderful trip.

My husband and I had a wonderful time on our trek. We were pretty sure before we started that we would hike, not run, and I'm glad we made that decision because the hills would have been too much for us otherwise. We had amazing weather, saw amazing views, and arrived at our wonderful inns midafternoon each day, feeling that we had a great workout and hungry for excellent meals at each destination. We highly recommend and hope to plan another trip in the future!

What a fantastic trip! And the most organized, detailed instructions I have ever had on an inn to inn trek. They thought of everything - others could learn a lot from Mary and her team. It was an amazing few days in a special place with wonderful lodging, great wineries and beautiful hikes.

Everything about this experience was amazing. From the moment we arrived at Yountville at the Lavender Inn, we knew we were in for something special. This was our first trip to Napa, and I can't imagine a better way to experience it. Each day was so well-planned out and perfectly organized. One of the surprise highlights of the trip for me was the thermal pool at the Indian Springs Resort in Calistoga. It was just what we needed after hiking! This was a trip to celebrate our 30th anniversary, and we'll never forget it. Absolutely spectacular!

We loved this trek and have been raving about it to our friends. The guidebook and prep materials were all outstanding. In addition, the hotels were all excellent and each winery was unique and a lot of fun. We had four winery visits as part of this trek and each hotel had a wine service or happy hour which we thoroughly enjoyed. Also, we linked up with two other hikers for a day that were doing a different trek that overlapped with ours. We would definitely do Wine Country Trekking again and have been recommending it to our friends.

We had a group of 10 women and the trip was amazing! The hikes were scenic and interesting, accommodations luxurious and wine tastings were each unique. Could not have asked for a better girls trip! Thank you for making it easy for us!

Such a fantastic experience! Wine Country Trekking pulls together great trails, wineries, and boutique inns for this incredible trek. Arrangements and logistics were smooth and much care given to the details that made it special.

We had a wonderful time. Enjoyed the countryside on these well planned hikes. Sipped a number of good wines; even became a member of one winery. The hotel accommodations were great.

I did this trek for my 70th birthday and it was a fabulous experience. The hotels were lovely and the scenery was gorgeous. We especially enjoyed Muir Woods and the amazing Redwoods. We also made a stop at Cavallo Point lodge on our first day and were very impressed with the food and service there.

We had a total blast - start to finish. The lodging choices were incredible and the food recommendations great. We threw a few curveballs at Mary who worked out alternatives to meet our needs.

I just wanted to let you know that Sandi and I thoroughly enjoyed our hiking trip that you organized!! I absolutely love this area and certainly plan to be back. It was a great suggestion to stay another night in Olema.

Just got back from our wonderful trip. The hotels were fabulous--especially in Sausalito and Glen Ellen. I plan to revisit them. The restaurant selections were very good--especially enjoyed Poggio in Sausilito, Glen Ellen Star/Fig Cafe in Glen Ellen. Even though I walk quite a bit, the hikes were a good challenge. I took my mom along and we took about 7 hours on the first two days--we like to stop, look, and rest. It was great walking on paths I wouldn't have even known about--Marin County has a great trail system! Also loved walking through the Muir Woods. All the transfers, check-ins were seamless. I'll be looking into planning another one . . .

This trip was a fantastic experience, from beginning to end! Great communication and service along the way. The hotels were spectacular and the hike was clearly marked and explained. Spoiler alert: the hike isn't necessarily for novices (I was a novice!) but I still can't argue with the beautiful views that I never would have seen if I hadn't taken on this challenge. Do your training, and you'll be fine! Highly recommend this trip. Do it!

A fantastic trip. The directions were clear and the whole trek went off without a hitch. The hotels were fabulous and the trails were amazing! I recommend this trek highly!

Just finished 6 days trekking (San Francisco -> Mt Tamalpais, then a couple days in Glen Ellen) - a delightful experience. Communication with Mary and Greg was easy, prompt and professional. Their choices of Inns, recommendations for dining & sights and overall service was great. Recommend highly if you desire a quality inn to inn trekking experience.

Thank You Mary and Greg for putting together such a wonderful hiking trip! We had a great time and the scenery was absolutely beautifully! The details provided and the lodging and logistics were top notch. I was so glad I came across this as there isn’t that many of this type of trips available in the US.

This trek takes the hiker over spectacular terrain with broad open views of magnificent coastline, and also through pristine redwood forests. There is nothing remotely like it in the East, and I highly recommend it. Accommodations were first rate and there were great dining options. WCT arranged everything perfectly. A great trip!

Thanks so much to WCT for arranging such a great trip. We had lots of fun on our first day in SF, from the ride on the cable cars to our walk through Chinatown. Staying at the Argonaut, with Scoma’s for dinner out on the pier capped off an ideal day. Rick and I enjoyed all the hotels, but the Inn Above Tides was amazing! What a spectacular setting. I think my favorite hike overall was the Muir Beach to Mill Valley. The trip was five stars, and we appreciate all that you did to make it happen.

For those who don't read long reviews, here is the short version: On a scale of 1-5 with 5 being the best, Mary & Greg & Wine Country Trekking are a 10! Even before signing up I needed to request an addition -DONE. Then on the 3rd day I asked for another one - DONE. As a mostly city walking 75 year old I had lots of questions right up until my flight left from Vancouver, Canada.Every question/email was answered surprisingly quickly and always with patience and their incredible knowledge. I agree with all the positive comments about the treks, hotels and would also recommend following their suggestions regarding where to eat as all the ones I chose were really great. The San Francisco to Sausalito plus Mt. Tamalpais to the Wine Country was incredible! The maps, markers and directions were perfect. PS. I had a fantastic visit with Bruce Rector at his home winery discovering things about wine making that I had never heard. In addition, Mary & Greg were kind enough to stop by for a visit with me as well. Grand folks, great company with more "customer support" than I've ever experienced. A slam dunk by any measure. (One tip: using "Hiking" on my i Watch the mileage did not match but as soon as I changed it to "Outdoor Walking" they were perfectly synced). I plan to do a future trek with them and highly recommend them to anyone who is considering such an adventure.

Wow! What an awesome adventure! The hikes took us thru some magnificent countryside and the wineries were excellent ( I even joined the wine club at one of them!). The hotels were wonderful, luxurious and lovely. My hiking buddy and I are both in our 70’s and found the treks to be very doable. WCT checked in with us throughout our adventure to ensure everything was going well. The experience was very well organized and worth every penny. We can hardly wait for our next trek with WCT.

A spectacular 3 days of trekking! The days were unique and different, just like the surroundings with each night's stay a perfect compliment to our time on the trail. Amazing views of SF and the stunning California coast. The Guidebook is full of detailed information about the hike as well as interesting history of the area. We feel so lucky to have had the chance to experience this part of SF/Bay Area. Like nothing we could have imagined! Thank you Mary and Greg!

We had a wonderful end of February walk with wine tasting trip to Sonoma! Every detail of the trip, including maps and trail notes, was planned with care. They recommended great restaurants, Inns, transfers; so all we had to do was show up and enjoy. Our trek included a wide array of wineries from a large producer to boutique winemakers. We were treated with beautiful beach, wood and farm scenery, lovely places to stay, and great wine and food. For us, it was the perfect balance of feeling on our own without the worry about the details.

After many world wide trips, this trip was by the far the best trip I have ever taken, and right in my own backyard! There are not words to describe how grateful I am to have had such a memorable week with my most favorite people in some of the most stunning wildnerness in the world! It blew me away, every single minute. The accommodations were top notch, we felt treated like royalty every time we arrived. There were 14 of us and we range in age from 55-65. We all did great. Loved having a cold pint (or two) after arrving at the Pelican Inn. Well deserved all the way from Sausalito! The hike itself was a challenge, but felt sooo good once accomplished. Total blast! Cannot recommned it enough. You will be glad you did and I know I will cherish the memories and photos for the rest of my life.

Our group of 8 had an amazing trip. The hiking and accommodations were better than we even expected and the service provided to our group was excellent. The luxury of just showing up and being cared for was not lost on this group of parents. Thank you!

The experience was excellent and we would book with the company again. Two things the company did that left us with a positive opinion of Wine Country Trekking: With rain expected on the second day the trekking company offered to arrange transport to a point further along the path so we wouldn't have to hike out of Muir Beach in the rain. This reassured us that the trekking company was actively engaged in trying to make our hike as enjoyable as possible. The company made a mistake booking our first wine tasting and the vineyard was closed. They immediately admitted the mistake, immediately apologized, immediately refunded the cost of the tasting, and met us in person at the next vineyard to reassure us that the rest of the day would go off without a hitch. Mistakes happen but we were pleased that their response was mature and responsible. The hiking was great! The accommodations were great! We had a ton of fun!

We had a wonderful time on our trek. The hotels were charming and varied, each with their own unique personality. Our first two hikes were unbeatable: Sausalito to Muir Beach on a stunning chaparral landscape overlooking the ocean; and the next day from Mt. Tamalpais to Mill Valley through gorgeous redwood forestland. Our third hike was from our Sonoma hotel to Bartholomew Winery and, while enjoyable to see parts of the town and surrounding neighborhoods, and hiking the Bartholomew Estate Park, the droughted landscape was crispy and sad. So the problem with that hike was weather-related and not under anyone's control. The hiking directions were detailed and accurate. Sheila and Mary were great to work with, and very flexible as we had to postpone our trip several times through the pandemic. We really had a lovely trip and will come back to Wine Country Trekking again.

This trip was amazing! We were planning to run it, but were only able to do that in the flat sections which are few and far between. However, we loved the challenge of the hike! We were decently tired each day, getting in about an hour under the minimum time, but we also ran the half marathon in San Diego the Sunday before our trip. All of the views were amazing! The communication from Sheila and Mary was not only professional and helpful, but we felt truly taken care of. Each of the hotels were awesome and almost all had complimentary wine that was outstanding. The dinner options each night were great. All of the hotel staff were very accommodating. Overall a great trip we would both highly recommend to anyone, especially sisters in need of a good vacation to catch up!

Recently went for a long weekend. It was wonderful. The Kenwood Inn and Spa is fabulous. I wish that we had more time to spend there. The hikes were great. The lunches on the hikes were fantastic - who would've thought a sandwich could be so good! The wine tasting experiences were awesome. I would go back in a heart beat. Great team also who were very responsive to our needs!

We loved every minute of our trek and taste! Each winery had its own merits and charms. Our favourites were Opus One for grandeur, Stony Hill for views and history, Jericho Canyon for the quad tour and schramsberg for the cave tour. The resort in Calistoga is an outstanding hotel, the inn in Yountville was very charming. The Calistoga inn was cute but the reception was mostly closed due to Covid. All the tour maps and directions were accurate and helpful. We liked the variety of terrain and locations. As some of the wineries gave us private tours and were otherwise empty or quiet we felt very privileged and on an exclusive individualised tour. I can’t wait to go in another of your tours and I would recommend it to anyone! My husband is very active and found the walking easy. I don’t usually run marathons but I managed every walk once I learnt to moderate my early wine tasting?!

New Hikers here, we had the time of our lives! Sheila was amazing, we got lost but she was able to direct us quickly. She was very quick to respond & accommodate to our needs. We loved Kevin (The driver) He was so kind and helpful and we loved listening to his interesting stories. Cant wait to do this again soon.

We could not recommend this trek enough! As two avid trail runners, we booked this trek for our honeymoon and it was the best adventure we ever could have asked for! Each day you run through varied and beautiful terrain, from open mountainous trails to majestic redwoods, with delicious food and top-notch lodging in between - what more could you ask for? We had to reschedule our trip due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and the wine country trekking team was AMAZING to work with and really made our belated honeymoon so incredibly special! Thank you so much for this wonderful experience!

We would like you to know that this was just an incredible, awesome experience for us. We realize that there were a few adjustments that needed to be made for the pandemic situation, fires, etc. and we are so appreciative of all you did to still keep the experience so amazing. The accommodations were exceptional, the wine tastings were varied and interesting and the hikes were just the right amount of miles, terrain, scenery, etc. Thank you so much for offering this concept to those of us that truly enjoy trekking, luxury accommodations and great wine. It was a perfect experience to celebrate my birthday.

Recently embarked on a custom trek that started with Bodega Bay to Healdsburg. The Bodega Bay trek offers a refreshing coastal diversity of plants and birds with beautiful views, sumptuous food, and wine. The quaint town of Occidental, nestled in the redwood forest, was so peaceful and helped to melt away months of pandemic related stress. The ziplining experience allowed for breathtaking views of the magnificent redwoods. And Healdsburg was the perfect place to unwind, stroll through the shopping district, and indulge in an assortment of culinary experiences. The WCT team helped navigate all aspects of the trip including alternatives for businesses impacted by COVID-19 closures (e.g. limited days/hours, take out, etc.). Their attention to detail, commitment to excellent service, gracious support and advise made this trip memorable. I plan on embarking on another WCT adventure. Thank you!

So thrilled to experience the Sonoma Valley Wine Tasting Trek. The accommodations were amazing. The treks were fun and challenging (for flat landers!) and showed us different landscapes and views each day. The lunches were welcomed tasty breaks. The tasting rooms and wineries were great and offered many options for us to try. The whole trip was wonderful, even considering the COVID restrictions still in place for hotels, restaurants, and wineries. The Wine Country Trekking staff were extremely helpful in every aspect of planning and executing our trip. They took care of all the tiny details and the materials provided great suggestions. LOVED the recommended restaurants for dinner in Sonoma and Glen Ellen. This was the perfect way to celebrate our 30th anniversary and we highly recommend this excursion. We'd love to try another trek in the future!

My wife and I had an outstanding experience with Wine Country Trekking. We have been on many first class trips and this ranks up there with one of the best we have done. Its hard to find a trip that my wife and I both enjoy especially for 5 straight days. Each day was unique and incredible. God blessed our trip tremendously and we are very thankful for WCT putting the detailed trip together for us. I have already strongly encouraged multiple friends of mine to book a trip.”

I did this trip with a friend and my sister in October. This could not have been a better trip. Perfect combination of outdoors and exercise with relaxation in the evenings. Also, the weather was just perfect in October in Norther Cali 60's and just right for trekking. We started our days without a rush and finished early enough to see the towns and have a lovely dinner every day. I would recommend this to anyone who wanted a fun and active vacation without having to coordinate the luggage and mapping the routes. We could not have gotten lost if we tried....the directions were exceptional. I highly recommend this trip!

This was our second trip with Wine Country Trekking, and they put together a custom trip for us that included Mill Valley, Olema, Inverness, Sausalito, Tiburon and San Francisco. We would highly recommend travelling with these ladies- the trips are extremely well organized, the travel books are in great detail and the directions are accurate, and the accommodations are exceptional. It seemed like we always had the hotel room with the best view, and the supper reservations were at great tables. We had a friendly driver (Kevin), who grew up in the area and was a great source of information. He delivered us to Olema and to Sausalito, and he always got our luggage to our rooms. This is a great way to see the area, and the logistics are all handled for you. Thanks!

We celebrated our 20 year anniversary on the Bodega Bay to Healdsburg trek in June and it really surpassed our expectations. The pace of travel and the accommodation choices suited us perfectly and the wide variation in the hikes provided a rich and exciting experience from start to finish. We began with a leisurely beach walk on day one, moved on to an invigorating 4 hour hike among the redwoods on day two, and finished with a 5 mile trek between three excellent wineries on day three. We tossed in a couple of spa treatments along the way, of course. We don't think of ourselves as "wine people," but all our hosts at the tastings were patient, friendly, and informative. They made it very fun and we learned a lot about wine. We'll recommend WCT to our friends who are looking for something uniquely enjoyable to do for their next vacation. And we'll be back!

The trip was absolutely fantastic. We were looking to stay at beautiful quaint hotels, visit great wineries, enjoy beautiful hikes and not plan any of it. We got a lot more than we were looking for! It’s not possible to plan this nice of a trip by yourself and especially at this affordable price. We cannot say enough good things about our experience on our 3 night Sonoma trip.

We had a fabulous time on our trip. We want to thank you so much for managing every detail and taking care of us so well. We will plan to add our positive comments to the various social media outlets to make sure others can learn of this great adventure. I might add that we have already passed along glowing reviews to our families and friends. Personally, to you, again your attention to every detail was amazing. The accommodations were second to none. The Sonoma inn is the quaintest place we have ever stayed right down to the fresh pastries delivered every morning. Not to be outdone, the inn in Glen Ellen has the nicest room we have experienced. We loved the trekking, especially the second day. The wine tastings were excellent, especially the private settings. To wrap it up, we had one of the greatest adventures ever. We were amazed we could get this put together on such short notice. Thank you so very much again for that. Ironically, it made it even more special to share part of this adventure with the lovely newlywed couple that we met from Ireland. (We hope it will not be the last time we communicate with them). It was a perfect way to spend our 30th wedding anniversary.

Myself and my now husband went on a four day wine country trek in Sonoma as part of our honeymoon in June 2019. The whole experience, from booking to trip end, was perfect. All the staff at the company, but in particular Mary, went above and beyond to ensure our honeymoon was unforgettable. They even arranged additional accommodation and an itinerary to occupy us before our trek even began! Each accommodation venue, each meal, each vineyard and tasting was varied but of a really high standard. Everyone we met was warm and welcoming. Mary was easily contactable throughout, and when there was unseasonably warm weather she got in contact with us to adjust the itinerary to ensure our comfort. I cannot wait to book another tour with this excellent company! Look forward to returning for a wedding anniversary or any possible excuse!

This trek was fantastic! We hiked it, and it was strenuous but not overwhelming. The scenery and views were amazing. The trail guide was accurate and helpful - no wrong turns! Hiking into Muir Woods by the ‘back door’ was a peaceful and quiet treat, and the Point Reyes seashore was lovely. Lodging was great with a special nod to the inn in Sausalito as one of the nicest hotels in which we have ever stayed. Organization from WCT was excellent. Thanks for making our anniversary trek so special!

All around this was a fabulous trip! It was well planned with clear detailed guide and map. The accommodations were outstanding and the staff/inn keepers, etc. were lovely at each spot. The Wine Country Trekking staff was incredibly helpful before the trip in answering all questions and concerns and making dinner reservations, during our welcome telephone call and once when we got lost (we weren't paying close attention to the guide). We are looking forward to doing another trek with this company and would highly recommend them!

My husband and I had a fabulous time on this running vacation! The lodging was top notch and indeed luxurious. The running routes were clearly described and mapped out in the trail guide. This is the perfect active vacation for those wanting to experience the trails in the area without committing to a guided group tour. This is my second running vacation with Wine Country Trekking and the self-guided design of this trip is what made me come back. We loved the wine tastings too! Each winery was uniquely different and offered a friendly education about grapes and wine making in addition to hearty samples of a variety of tasty wines. We can’t wait for the next trip with Wine Country Trekking!

I cannot thank you and your team enough for an amazing 30th Anniversary trip! Everything was top-notch from beginning to end. Two hotels left us lovely notes with Wine and/or Champagne. The Champagne that you left for us was so thoughtful and above and beyond. We were pleasantly surprised! This trip has provided us with memories to last a life time! We had such a lovely time!!!! Thank you so much and you WILL see us again!

Just returned from the Bodega Bay to Healdsburg trek - an outstanding experience in every regard. This was our second venture with WCT, and certainly will not be our last. Everything was put together perfectly, with thoughtful guidance, suggestions and route options along the way - this particular trek puts together the beauty of the coast, and it was in fact spectacularly beautiful, with the towering redwoods, and finally, a jaunt through the vineyards for an authentic taste of wine country (literally). The team at WCT really care, follow-up on the details and make sure everything is running smoothly - the provided transportation, the routes suggested, the maps and guidance are all first-class, exceptional. Moreover the diverse and distinctively unique accommodations are a signature element of a WCT experience. Highly recommended, look forward to our next adventure!

We loved every second of our Sonoma Valley Wine Tasting! I am a very detail oriented traveler and Mary, Greg, and Sheila were great communicators throughout the whole experience. They have really thought of everything to make this trip relaxing, beautiful, and fun! [Both Inns] were beautiful and very accommodating. We are already looking forward to doing another trek!

This Trek was absolutely amazing! WTC took care of every detail. The places we stayed were very nice and each had its own charm. The accommodations were 5 star and we loved how each had its own unique experience. The treks were better than beautiful. We enjoyed every step, every terrain and each encounter with wildlife. Simply amazing and would highly recommend this adventure! Thank you Sheila and Mary it was amazing!

This was an absolutely amazing trip! Sheila helped us put it together pretty last-minute after our plans had to change due to fires in Yosemite, even with special requests and modifications. Everything was so easy. I thought there would be all kinds of logistical stuff to handle, but once I had our trail guide in hand, there were no questions. Every step of the trip, both on the trails and at the inns, was all laid out in tons of detail. Whether it was clear views of the ocean or surreal fogscapes or redwood cathedrals, the hiking was lovely. And the various inns we stayed in along the way were wonderful. I'd recommend this trek to anyone with even moderate hiking experience- it's challenging, but doable, and a really rewarding way to see the Bay Area!

We loved the Sonoma trek. It was a thoughtful itinerary. We were lucky to have good weather, it wasn’t too hot. The accommodations were topnotch. The Inn in Sonoma is centrally located. The suite is spacious and lovely. The suite in Glen Ellen was a Zen themed suite with lovely breakfasts. We got the full tour of a winery in Sonoma with a knowledgeable hostess. The host at a second Sonoma winery was extremely helpful and brought us an array of wines for tasting. The first winery in Glen Ellen is beautiful and we were taken in a golf cart to view the vineyard and the barrel room. The host was interesting and knowledgeable and very generous with the tastings. The tastings and tour of another Glen Ellen winery was a real delight. The host was interesting, funny and knowledgeable and they also supplied a lovely cheese platter to go with the various wine tastings. And finally, the tasting at the wine-makers house at the was extremely enjoyable with Bruce with a lot of laughs.

I want to thank all the team of Wine Country Trekking for the great weekend that I had in Kenwood-Sonoma. Everything worked perfect! The maps were super accurate and detailed, the schedule, punctuality, and attention to detail were awesome. The restaurant recommendations, reservations, and the hotel were perfect and inspiring as well. I am looking forward for coming back soon to hike more with you guys. You are doing a great job for all the people like me who love hiking in a safety environment.

I cannot say enough about how wonderful this active retreat was! My dates were mid-March and I added a 4th running day from Olema to Inverness. Also, I ran it solo. Each day offered its own unique highlights and I truly savored every footstep. Trails ranged from fireroads to single tracks (mostly) to stairways (lots!) to dirt roads to paved roads (minimal). Gorgeous scenery was everywhere so plan to slow your pace to take photos and enjoy each moment. I did a fair mix of running and power hiking due to steepness of some sections of trail and/or the surrounding beauty. Lodging was spectacular! Personal fav was the Lodge at Point Reyes - wow! I had no worries at all on this trip as WCT took care of all the details. Kevin, my driver from Mt. Tam to Pt. Reyes, was a wealth of knowledge. This would be a fantastic trip for buddies, couples, or solo adventurers, like me. WCT takes all of the worry, stress, and planning out of coordinating a muli-day point-to-point trek or run.

Once again, everything was absolutely perfect. We had a terrific adventure and really enjoyed the wineries this time. Holly and I enjoyed comparing Hamel and Opus. Both over the top in luxury and presentation, but Nancy at Opus was very friendly, down to earth and not snooty at all. The food and wine pairing class at Silver Oak was very cool. We enjoyed the biodynamic processes at Benziger, although we are dubious about burying cow manure in a horn at night. The bubbles tour is very educational and Stony Hill is my idea of the idyllic winery. I’m not a Chardonnay fan, and I joined their club and bought 4 bottles. Your trail guides, reservations and customer service are all top notch. We will be back. Thanks for changing the dinner reservation last night. What a fantastic restaurant. Peace to you and your community as you continue to rebuild.

Really liked the trail guide. Instructions were clear and easy to read. Accommodation was stunning and part of the wonderful environment (stunning sunrise in Sausalito / deer close to watch in Glen Ellen). Everything worked perfectly so well done for the good organisation. We definitely recommend and would use again.

The RUNNING trip exceeded our expectation. It was both the best and hardest thing we have ever done running. Running through the Redwoods was spectacular. We saw and experienced thing on this RUN we never have before. We had fog on day 1 visibility was poor at best and while we missed out on the great views it gave the run an eerie feeling that made for a great experience. Day 2 was clear and we had spectacular views. Day 3 we had a mix of Fog and sun but was the best day of running so much so we put in an extra 3 miles.

We had a fantastic experience in Sonoma! The first hotel was amazingly private and peaceful despite being downtown, and we loved being able to walk through the town at the start of the first day. The wineries were well chosen and each one had its own claim to fame. We enjoyed the picnic lunches as well as the food and wine pairings, which were absolutely delicious and really changed the way you appreciate the wine! The tours were all unique and informative. It was a real treat to enjoy an entire vacation where all of the details of planning had already been taken care of. My biggest suggestion would be to buy the wine shipping box that they provide. It is a great price and would have saved us a lot of stress when packing up to leave! You will be surprised by how many bottles you somehow acquire over three days. We can't wait to go back to wine country!

Thanks Wine Country Trekking for our amazing anniversary trek! We've never seen the Bay Area like this before and enjoyed every minute of it. From champagne on arrival to unique and classy lodgings to exceptional service to the hand picked trails, you exceeded all our expectations! Somehow we're both dead tired and more relaxed than we've ever been.

Thank you for an amazing trip! Every detail was perfect. The lodging was beautiful and comfortable. Every hike was well-planned, and we could not have picked a more diverse set of wineries to tour! Thank you for the recommendations for dinner - all of them were top-notch! I highly recommend this experience! Thank you so much!

NET NET IT WAS A GREAT HIKING EXPERIENCE. PARTICULAR KUDOS GO TO THE EXCELLENT VERY DETAILED TRAIL GUIDES THAT MADE SURE YOU STAYED ON THE RIGHT PATH. WEATHER (MAY) WAS QUITE NICE BUT LAYERING WAS IMPORTANT. SOME OF THE DOWNHILL TREKS WERE VERY CHALLENGING DUE TO LOOSE PEBBLES AND RUTS CAUSED BY RAIN. ACCOMMODATIONS WERE FINE AND IF THERE WAS A PROBLEM, IT WAS QUICKLY ADDRESSED. WOULD DO IT AGAIN WITH WINE COUNTRY TREKKING

David and I had the most amazing time on our trekking vacation; it was the perfect mix of adventure and luxury. Wine Country Trekking did a wonderful job preparing every detail of the trip. The trail notes were easy to read, the luggage transfers were seamless, and accommodations were fantastic. Everything about our trip was absolutely perfect and we are already dreaming of our next trek.

Cracking fun! My wife and I were searching for something a little different to a big city holiday and this trek ended up being perfect. Spectacular (and varied) scenery; challenging (but rewarding) walks; delicious food and wine - it had it all. The lodgings were all quite different; each very welcoming in their own way with the highlights being Glen Ellen and Sausalito. All the logistics, maps etc were easy to follow and well put together. I could not recommend highly enough - would love to do it all again tomorrow!

Amazingly wonderful trip for 3-days at the end of November with WCT. The SF to Mt. Tamalpais Trek was not only delightful, but a great challenge resulting in a wonderful accomplishment of strength and tenacity for us moms of college age kids. The beautifully complete planning and trail guides made the trek easy to understand ahead of time as well as during the experience. The lodging was so well planned and very comforting at the end of 9-11 mile daily hikes and provided great relaxation and accommodation. Recommendations for restaurants were superb and we truly experienced "luxury on foot" for 3-days. Special thanks to Sheila for the great follow up and to Mary for truly lifting us up!

This is a first class experience. Attention to every detail is obvious. The inns are amazing and the staff are friendly, welcoming and familiar with the "trekkers". The accommodations are of the highest quality I have experienced in all my travels. The hiking guide is very detailed and the instructions are easy to follow. Not once were we confused about which direction to go. The wineries on the trek are an eclectic bunch. We found that as we left each one, we said, "that was the best" only to say it again after the next one. The wineries are clearly picked very carefully to give a unique experience, showcasing not only the individuality of the winery, but also providing the trekkers with a private and upscale tasting. History lessons, cave tours, music from the best decade, perfection in a bottle, perfection on an estate are what you will find on this tour. I will be back again and again. And I will bring more friends and family.

David and I decided on a WCT trip for our honeymoon. We started our trek early December and had many gorgeous days of hiking without fog or rain. It was prefect weather for longer hikes! While this was our first trip of this kind, we absolutely loved it. Every day was a new adventure with new scenery (breathtakingly beautiful), shopping, and food. We even made comments along the way to each other about how every hour or two on our hike always felt like it changed to a completely new type of terrain or view! Like others have mentioned, the little touches were extremely nice. It truly felt like WCT had good rapport with the hotels and services we utilized as everyone seemed both excited and knowledgeable upon our arrival at the end of our hikes. We would both consider another trip ourselves and recommend a trip to those who enjoy wine, hiking and beautiful views! LOVED IT!

This trip is completely out of my comfort zone and one of the most challenging adventures I have ever taken part in and in all honesty, I would do it again. My advice for someone that is not a regular hiker, train in advance. Other than that, go and enjoy the challenge. At 53, I never thought I would have taken on such a feet, however, thanks to my very dear friends, they put me to the test and I am happy to say I wouldn't have missed it for the world. Thank you to the staff of Wine Country Trekking. You are above and beyond on top of your game. Your trail guides are amazing. Loved all of our hotels. Very comfortable. Love you all.

My husband & I returned to Australia yesterday after completing our Wine Country Trek. We absolutely loved it! Our "bible" (book of directions) was so meticulous & fun to follow. The accommodations were fabulous - from the simplicity of Walt's Cottage on the shores of Tomales Bay to the gracious opulence of Gaige House Inn. Each day of the trek was an adventure & a challenge. The sights we have seen & the memories we have. Such a wonderful experience

I did this trek July 18 - 23 with my childhood friend Lynn Francis as a much-needed getaway for both of us. We absolutely loved every minute and were so pleased with the lodging, meals, hiking trails and most of all the stunning views. The scenery is not to be believed. We thought the price was excellent value. Everything from the accommodations to the hikes exceeded our expectations. We especially liked the Mountain Home Inn. Pt. Reyes was incredible and when the trek was over we stayed two more nights there, and easily found two more 9 to 10 milers. We took a public bus into San Rafael and rented a car - it was very easy and something I'd recommend. The hike to Tomales Point was a highlight and should not be missed. Hope to be using Wine Country Trekking again soon. Everything was so easy, lovely and perfect. Could not have asked for more.

Thank you so much for what was a truly excellent holiday! We thoroughly enjoyed every minute, including all of the hikes (following the guide and maps was great fun), kayaking, accommodation (Gaige House was a perfect place to conclude the trek), restaurants (including Saltwater Oyster Depot, Sir & Star, and Glen Ellen Star), the wines (Hamel & Ahh were standouts), and even the transfers were top notch. It was a fantastic way to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary, and we’d highly recommend the holiday to others.

We had just absolutely the best time on this trip. Sheila & Mary were attentive to every detail even in the planning stages, and they did a fabulous job putting together this hike. The planning guides could not have been more helpful and informative, both with general logistical details about what to wear and bring as well as with trail-specific information for each day's hike. Even though one of our hiking days was cloudy, we still saw amazing vistas and scenery. The lodgings were topnotch and had great character, the wineries were wonderful, and every meal was absolutely amazing. I can't rave about it enough!

We had a wonderful time completing our second trip with Wine Country Trekking. They were so accommodating about helping us adapt an itinerary that fit our needs & everything was beautiful. The trail notes are always spot on & we had such wonderful welcomes at all our dining & lodging establishments. Their restaurant recommendations were fantastic & we came home very happy! Recommend this to everyone!

Three beautiful runs in three state parks. Each one had something very different to offer so my husband and I were never bored! Each afternoon was topped off with a special winery tour or presentation. Buy the wine case! It made it fun to be able to buy wines without having to worry too much about the wine clubs and all the wine made it home intact - even through JFK! Mary knew the ins and outs of every aspect of the trip and Brigid was a great driver! Both women were very personable. They felt like friends even after the first encounter. Book through Wine Country Trekking - you won't be disappointed. My next trip with be the 10 day hike...

We enjoyed this trip immensely and would highly recommend it to everyone! When we first received the trail guide and read the instructions, we thought we would get lost for sure, but the details were actually spot on despite a few trail name changes which were at the very end so we were able to figure it out. The accommodations were outstanding as well as the guest service, minus the Pelican Inn where they did not seem so sure about how to handle/bill us from the trip. And the restaurants that were recommended were amazing, especially the Sir and Star in Point Reyes. When one of the hotels forgot to give Kevin all of our bags, Mary corrected the situation immediately and was more than accommodating which was greatly appreciated. As for the trek itself, we lucked out on weather and had absolutely beautiful views the entire time! This was by far one of the most amazing trips I have ever done and I will be anxious to embark on another Wine Country Trekking adventure!

We had the most wonderful time. The hikes, accommodations, meals, arrangements ... were perfect! We did SF to Mt Tam. The hikes to Muir Beach and Mt Tam are quite challenging, especially for flatlanders like myself. But oh, so worth it. Don't forget to turn around occasionally on the climb and enjoy the views! I found that hiking poles worked fantastically this time to take some of the strain off my knees. For two of us, this was our second trek. I have fallen in love with N.Cal and I would come back every year if my wife would allow it! Mary, Sheila, and all the WCT team make sure you are taken care of. They were patient and super helpful while we slowly figured out the details of our trek. One couple joined on the second day and all our questions and requests were handled kindly and expertly. Each inn has its own special character and we took it all in with open hearts and minds and it was a truly magical experience for every person in our group. I'm ready to come back!

I would have to say this was a pretty amazing vacation overall! You all do a great job on the details. Although there was something special in every part of the trip, probably one of the neatest parts was meeting with John McLeod for our tour/tasting. It sure makes it feel special when you are able to meet the actual owners, hear the family stories and have such a private tour/tasting. Everything from him picking a fresh fig off the tree for us to taste, to tasting the raisins and grapes on the vine.....pretty darn cool!...I spoke with Mary the most, so I just wanna say, she was great in being accessible and answering all my questions. Continued success in what you all do, maybe our trails will cross again:) Thank you for such a memorable trip! I look forward to passing your name along and letting others enjoy what you do.

The experience was fantastic! I thoroughly enjoyed the trip!! All of the accommodations were wonderful! Each unique and equally enjoyable and comfortable. The trekking guide was well laid out and clear…. No wrong turns taken 🙂 Reflecting on the trip, I would have loved 2 night stays at Sonoma and Glen Ellen. More time to take in the area and enjoy other aspects of each community. I could have been happy with 2 winery experiences each day, 3 was not necessary.

Thanks so much taking care of us on this trip. We had a great time and enjoyed the area for sure! We think this is a great concept for a trip and will be looking to send our friends and family your way in the future.

I wanted to thank you guys for a great trip, we really had a wonderful time and would love to come again and will recommend it to all our friends....This was a fantastic trip, it was an adventure to do turn by turn directions every day and let someone else tell us what to do. Everyone we met was wonderful and the walk duration/difficulty was perfect. I think two more days would have been perfect. Really a 10/10.

We had a wonderful trip and we have told friends and family all about it and the fine services and thoughtful planning that your company provided. The lodging was excellent and each venue was unique in its own way...The winery tours were all remarkable, the welcome we received in all places was truly noteworthy....If the amount of wine we purchased is any indication, you sent us to all the right places!...Thank you for the outstanding restaurant options...We would be remiss if we didn't single out Bill, the driver. He was 100% dependable and we had so many great conversations that we felt like family by the end of the trip. You couldn't find a better good will ambassador...About the hiking. We are moderately experienced hikers so we did not find the days particularly challenging. We only wish there were more of it...I run a business and I wold be proud to deliver a service of the quality you provide. We have been to the Napa area several times over the years and we were looking for a different experience on this trip. We took a chance when we found your company on the internet and you greatly exceeded our expectations. We hope that we are able to travel with you again, we extend our sincere thanks and we wish you every success in the future.

Thank you for arranging a wonderful experience! Overall our trip was amazing! ...We are still basking in the glow of our wonderful experience. Thank you and your staff very much.

Overall, an outstanding trip and we absolutely will be back for a fourth time. As always, perfect accommodations, and in particular the small, personable wineries were absolutely incredible!

Ditto to everything my sister said. Even though we had two rainy days, and only one sunny one, we still enjoyed the trip. The Muir Beach to Muir Woods hike was the day that we had sun, and the views were spectacular. Your guide notes were “spot on”, and very helpful! The one thing I would stress, stress, and stress again to hikers is to pack a rainsuit and layers in your backpack. When we left Sausalito on Monday, the forecast was sunny, mid 60’s, and 0% chance of rain. We had heavy fog, high winds, and rain up in the mountains. We learned pretty quickly how the weather can change so suddenly. We were much more prepared when it rained on Wednesday! I would definitely recommend Wine Country Trekking! Thanks for everything!

Overall the trek was a great experience to have the planned hiking routes and embark on this adventure with my sisters! Our stay at the [Sausalito lodging] was excellent and the staff was expecting us so we received a warm welcome to start the trip. We experienced some very brutal weather conditions on our first day of hiking (high winds/heavy fog/rain) and could barely see more than 20 yards ahead of us for most of the day. We laughed as we read about the magnificent views that we could've been look looking at but we eventually made it to the [Muir Beach lodging]. ..it appeared they were understaffed and just indifferent...The weather on our 2nd day more than made up for what we couldn't see on day 1. The views were spectacular and the route thru Muir Woods was fantastic. This was by far the highlight of the trip. The staff at the [Mt. Tamalpais lodging] was expecting us and were extremely nice/helpful!...Thanks you for the detailed trail maps and for taking the time to plan this experience for us! I'll definitely keep you in mind for a future trip back to Napa with my husband.

We had a wonderful time on our tour. Our overall experience was very positive: - Accommodations were beautiful and luxurious - Transportation provided by Cowboy Bill was courteous and prompt - Restaurants were delightful; food was delicious - Wineries were expecting us and well prepared A couple of areas where we were less overwhelmed: - One of us is a vegetarian, so it was awkward that 3 of the 4 appetizers at the otherwise amazing pairing at Silver Oak contained meat. It would have been better to have inquired ahead of time of any dietary restrictions. - While the Yount Mill Rd. walk was lovely, the walk along Rte. 29 was no fun.

We had a really great time with WCT, and are certainly be thinking of doing something like it again with you. Number one for us were the 2 really excellent places you found us to stay overnight. The cottage in Sonoma was centrally located but still very secluded; well equipped, comfortable, immaculately clean and a real pleasure from the start. The morning pastries were great, too. We also thought the suite at Glen Ellen was superb, particularly the private porch and the huge bath. Breakfast wasn't such a star event here, I guess. The people in both places couldn't have been any more friendly or responsive, but we never felt intruded upon. The trekking was also great for us, although it was occasionally a challenge to start walking again after a tasting. ...all the tastings were fun and welcoming. The [winery] lunch at was a real treat. It was also difficult to avoid stuffing ourselves or buying 20 lbs of food at the cafe each morning. If were designing another trek, we might ask you to schedule only one tasting a day, and longer hikes, but we'll go into more detail about that when we get in touch to book our next trek. Maybe I really mean only two a day, but we reckon three might have been too many. On the other hand, it was nice to have a comfortable place to stop for lunch on the 3 stop day, so as you can tell, this isn't something that we feel too strongly about. All of our dinners were very good, but Cafe de la Haye and the Glen Ellen Star were quite special indeed. If we get anywhere near Sonoma we'll be headed back to both of those restaurants. I hope this gives you a flavour of our real satisfaction with the trip. We'll be back. Thanks very much.

Daniel and I had an amazing adventure on your wine trekking package. It was unlike anything either of us had done before and we enjoyed it thoroughly. We both enjoyed the first two days of hiking the most. Sausalito to Muir beach was a great transitional hike from quaint yet semi-urban seaside town, down to the beach and rustic Pelican Inn. The second day, the redwoods in Muir Woods forest were astonishing. The duration and intensity of those hikes suited us well. The [Glen Ellen lodging] was exceptional and our baggage transportation was flawless. As far as the wineries go; they were all so unique and contrasted each other nicely. The formal tour at one was informative, the tour at another was more laid back and it was endearing that the gentleman that spoke with us was so passionate about the winery and land, the third visit was relaxing, low-key and enjoyable. One didn’t have quite the same touch as the others. Thank you for everything. We felt very welcome at all stops along the way.

Hi Sheila - we had a fabulous time! The weather and scenery were both gorgeous. We enjoyed the trekking very much and have already recommended it to our friends and family. Thanks for guiding us through this experience. We enjoyed it, and found the daily mileage to be very manageable for us. A combination of running and walking with plenty of photo ops allowed us to make it through each daily travel comfortably in 4 hours.

We had a wonderful trip. No problems with any part of it whatsoever. We will definitely book again with you in the future.

I loved our Wine Trek. It was a great way to see the California wine country for my first time. My favorite part about Wine Country Trekking is that everything is booked and I don't have to call around to reserve tastings, lodging, and dinner. My favorite part of the actual trek would have to be spending time at the wineries learning about each establishment. Nate and I enjoyed hearing about the history, culture and wine making process of the different establishments. It was great to experience the larger as well as the smaller wineries. Overall I had a wonderful experience. I look forward to booking a future Trek.

Joe and I really enjoyed ourselves. The first wine tour was very nice, especially with the mountain top view. We actually joined their club. The 10 mile hike was easy and so we took our time, enjoying our lunch at the picnic table. You certainly provide hearty lunches!!! I loved listening to George and enjoyed our outdoor tasting after. The cave wine tasting was probably the least favorite out of the 4, but that is mostly because I really like the other three. The cave felt good after hiking/walking in the heat but we had several loud groups there when we were there, which made it difficult to hear. The second day I really liked the hike with all the beautiful views. I wish we weren't on a tight time schedule so we could have enjoyed that one more. I loved the wine pairing. They were very nice about moving us along. The Inn was great also. When we got back to take a shower they told us the spa shower was unavailable for an hour. Joe explained we had a plane to catch and really wanted to shower before leaving for the airport. They found a recently emptied room and let us use that shower with some clean towels so we could keep moving. In all we had a wonderful experience and have told our friends here about it.

WE LOVED OUR TREK! We so enjoyed our time at [a family winery] that getting to the next place was a rush; the same with lunch in the vineyard with Diane. That hike from the vineyard to the next place was hot and on a road without enough shade. And the folks there weren’t too nice once we arrived. The inns were fabulous and we are eagerly awaiting our wines which will arrive in October! We’ll be back for another trek I’m sure. Thanks for being so helpful and accommodating. You guys make the trek really special.

Highly recommended!! We completed the Sausalito to Point Reyes runners trek the last week of April – first thing to note is the running is optional, we hiked the whole thing, more to take into account the incredible views, the sea and forest air and the terrain. We’ve done several vacations of this type, and we have found that the most important detail is working with the group that is local to the area – Mary and Sheila were wonderful to work with from their Glen Ellen location, and accommodated all kinds of changes in our schedule, and every detail was looked after, including (from our observation) preferential room and dining reservations in each case. Can’t say enough about the quality of service, detailed guides and instructions, left nothing to chance! Definitely planning on doing this again – this is the type of vacation experience we’ve had in other parts of the world (Inn to Inn in walking/hiking) and we are excited to see this developing here in the US, particularly in Northern California.

Overall, I very much enjoyed the trip and found it to be quite challenging. While challenging, it was still extremely enjoyable. On the first day, there were several areas of the trails that were poorly marked or appeared to be missing signs. [The Sausalito and Mt Tamalpais lodgings] were my two favorite places to stay. Beautiful places with very friendly staff. Our host was absolutely amazing despite being the almost the only staff member there. He carried our bags, served us dinner and drinks and was overall just an amazing host. He should definitely be complimented for his amazing service and hospitality. The [Muir Beach lodging] was simply a bit old and musty. I love old buildings but the old bedding and tapestry on the ceilings were a bit musty. The staff was quite friendly and the server at breakfast was amazing! The last facility was stunning and the local store near it proved to be the best place to shop. The desk lady at check in was a bit overwhelmed when we checked in but the rest of the staff was delightful! Kevin, driver, was punctual and friendly as can be. He was wonderful and gave a great history of the area. I very much enjoyed the entire trip and would recommend it to friends.

I also wish to thank you, Mary, & Greg for an outstanding well planned Wine-trek. Your team’s attention to detail and exceptional planned daily logistics were noted and appreciated. Both accommodations were superior plus, the three hikes fantastic, the wine tours/tastings great, the dinner reservation suggestions wonderful, the guide books, maps, opener, bottle bag, and comp champagne at both hotels outstanding. Mary, Greg, and you are running a great company. We hope to be back with our girls to do Napa with you guys, sometime down the road.

Just wanted to thank you and the rest of the Wine Country Trekking team for a fantastic experience. I thought it exceeded expectations in every aspect of the trip. From my standpoint, the highlight of the trip was you guys... What separated Wine Country Trekking for me is that from the moment we entered the trip, each day's itinerary was thoughtfully and comprehensively laid out for us. We could have come on our own and tried some hotels/wineries/restaurants/trails, but much of the trip would have gotten lost in the logistics and there is little chance we would have had in picking the ideal routes and wineries without you guys. Continue to provide the extra details that you guys did in writing the personalized trekking guide, the extra bottle of champagne in celebration of my father's birthday, the abundance of food for lunch. Those details are noted and very much appreciated. From the third party hotels and wineries you used, there was nothing we did not enjoy. Personal highlights for me probably included the first hotel in Glen Ellen (afternoon wine tasting was a fun way to meet other guests), the Glen Ellen winery, and the Fig Restaurant in Glen Ellen. While I still enjoyed the experience, the wine tasting from the first day of our trip in Glen Ellen (right in the town - can't remember the name of the winery), was probably the least memorable tasting. They poured 3-4 great wines for us, but offered little else in terms of experience where everyone else all served great wine along with their own unique presentation of the wine that was slightly lacking in the first place. Again, it was a fantastic trip and we will hopefully be repeat trekkers with your company sometime in the future.

Mark and I both really enjoyed our trek in Kenwood! Since he was the trail guide this time (and not me!) I enjoyed the hikes even more this second time around! The highlight was, again, the visit to [the family winery]. It really is a wonderful experience. Richard took us around the vineyard and since he's the winemaker, it was a different perspective than with Marjorie. I was glad that it turned out to be a different family member since it was my second time there. George spent a bit less time with us, but his grand entrance on his ATV was priceless! Mark really enjoyed it all as did I. The Tasting Room following felt so corporate in contrast, but the food pairing was quite nice and the wines were definitely tasty. The folks were very personable and it was a nice end to the trek. We had dinner at the Glen Ellen Star which was fantastic. The service was very good and the food was awesome. We took a cab there ($20 minimum) and an Uber home ($9). I'd recommend Uber! We finished the Sugarloaf/Hood mtn hike by 1pm (as we didn't end up stopping for lunch) so the winery wasn't quite ready for us. But it worked out well regardless...It is so nice sitting on their patio. Also a great way to end the day! The Inn was great again....the room, breakfast, and staff. Nothing but a fantastic review of the weekend! Thank you and Mary/Greg!!!

Thank you and all involved, Mary, Kevin, staff at both inns. I had the most amazing time it was exactly what I was needing and you're services from inquiry to completion were seem less. The maps and guides were spot on and all the signs you mention are missing are still missing just FYI! I am in Phoenix now at a soccer conference with people from across the nation (including my Hawaii peeps) and all are asking why I am glowing (I'm being accused of falling in love) which isn't far from the truth I have fallen in love with myself again. From the grueling runs in beautiful places visited as a child with my grandparents I was able to disconnect and let go of some unnecessary baggage. The fact that your services are so perfectly detailed allowed me to be completely free of having to plan or make decisions a much needed break. I of course have been singing your praises here this weekend and look forward to planning another trek with you in the future.

Just to echo Tina's comments, this was a fantastic experience and so UN-expectedly better than expected. We knew this would be a fabulous vacation, simply because we were traveling with some of our favorite people and best friends. But credit to yours and Mary's planning and organization, our whole trip was worry-free. Transportation, lodging, trekking routes, wineries, tastings, meals - every detail of this trip was anticipated and planned for beforehand so that all we had to do was get to Napa and enjoy great friends, wine and food! So so easy

Net, net, best hike ever, and both Cam and I have taken many, many organized hikes. Yours was fabulous. Loved the restaurants Sir & Star, Glen Ellen Star and Pogglia. They were just outstanding, and to miss them would have been a crime. Loved the two drivers, Kevin and Bridget. Both delightful. I would love to do the hike a second time, and I hope to be able to talk someone into it. Thanks again.

We can't say enough about what a great trip we experienced. We really enjoyed ourselves. We had a great time. We loved pairing the hikes with the wine tasting; in fact, can't imagine coming back to wine country any other way! The [Glen Ellen lodging] was a tremendous splurge, but we also liked the [Sonoma lodging], especially the location. I think Day 2 and 3 exceeded our expectations. The dinner recommendations were also excellent. We had so many amazing meals! Finally, we can't say enough about how easy this was to schedule and plan. The company made it so easy for us. Thank you so much.

We had a fantastic weekend!! Save for one 'welcome', all the wineries were super on the customer service front. It was very nice to have such a lovely setting at the last winery to end our hike & weekend. I think we'd all agree that our time at the Family Winery was just really special. George and Marjorie were so gracious. We could have stayed there all day! Of course, their wines were delicious. The mountain top tasting was top notch. We all want to take our husbands up there! Spectacular views and what a great way to start the weekend. Our ride on the flatbed truck was a treat too! The Inn was fabulous. All the staff were polite and helpful. The rooms were spacious and lovely. And our dinner there was terrific. Aventine was a great choice for our Saturday night dinner. We had called ahead to let them know we had a birthday to celebrate and they did a nice job acknowledging the birthday. The food was great as was the service. We all want to come back!! Thank you so much for making the weekend wonderful for all of us.

Overall, the trip was just wonderful. All of our connections were right on target and the directions for each day's trek were spot on! We especially enjoyed not having a car and having the freedom to adjust our trek each day both by mileage and time. You have truly mapped out the most beautiful places to see. We were especially delighted with the diversity of each day's trek both in the hike- scenery and in the lodging. The spectacular coastline, the majesty of the forest and the rugged, challenging, beauty of the mountain terrain embraced us and invited us to reflect and relax. Truly, each day proved to be spiritual as well as physically invigorating in every respect! Kevin was amazing!!! Everything was very well planned and you were so responsive to our every need. We really appreciated that. We will be back and we will tell our friends!! Thank you for one of our best mother-daughter trips yet!

We would like to say a big thank you for organising our trek. We had a fantastic time and the holiday exceeded our expectations. We had so many different and wonderful experiences that it's difficult to say what we enjoyed the most. Highlights include seeing a coyote standing a few feet away from us, the mist hanging in the trees in Muir Woods, making it even more magical, seeing dolphins playing in the sea at Limantour Beach, the friendliness of people we met and the variety of places we stayed. The walk over Golden Gate Bridge was a 'must do' experience. Sausalito was charming. Lying in bed at night in Muir Beach and Olema, listening to the coyotes howling was eerie but exciting! Another first for us both - kayaking on Tomales Bay. I was a bit apprehensive, but the guide put us at ease and was competent and friendly. She even took photos with her phone and emailed them to us. There was a mix up over the start time, which meant we had to wait longer than we should have, but the guide offered to stay out over our allotted time (which we did). We saw seals bobbing up in the water a few feet away and pelicans taking off and landing in the water. As for the hotels, I think our favourite for location was Inverness. We woke early both mornings and watched the sunrise over the bay - so beautiful. What a treat too to have dinner cooked for us. The caterer was efficient and friendly, putting us at ease in what for us could have felt a slightly uncomfortable experience. The food was delicious and there was so much of it we had to save some for the next day. Our favourite hotel was in Glen Ellen. The Zen Suite was awesome. I was sorry that we didn't really have enough time to enjoy all the facilities there. Whilst we enjoyed the wine tasting, I think we would have preferred to maybe have just one wine tasting visit or even none at all on our last full day, as for us the hiking and scenery were more important than the wine tasting.

We are back safe and sound after our glorious week in California. How did you manage to arrange perfect weather? I don’t think we saw a single cloud in the sky until we were headed back to the airport. Well done 🙂 In addition to the fabulous weather, we totally enjoyed our trekking experience. It’s an excellent way to tour wine country. The accommodations were very much of the style we look for. They were all quite memorable. In hindsight we should have arranged our holiday to stay an extra night at the last resort. Most of the wineries we visited left strong, positive impressions. We would have been satisfied only doing 2 per day. The food pairing at one was amazing, the view at another was magnificent, the tour at a third was impressive, and everything at a fourth was awe inspiring. All in all a fabulous holiday. I’m glad I found you on the internet, and we’ll recommend your company to everyone we talk to.

The trip was great, i truly enjoyed myself. My suggestion would be to create a slightly altered trek with a longer course/daily travel, and earlier check in arrangements so folks could travel early in the day. I really enjoyed the beautiful countryside, and lovely accommodations. Having one's belongings transported is a luxury, and makes a trip like this do-able. One of the problems i ran into was lack of healthy vegetarian options for food; after running for hours a salad really does not cut it, and resorting to heavy cheese based options is not a create alternative in the heat and when running the next day. Thanks for the wonderful experience,

I must begin by saying that I have been looking forward to this trek ever since I read the Runners World article in 2009. One could be easily disappointed with such high expectations. On the contrary, the nature and trails that we trekked were otherworldly at times. Such variety of nature and beautiful vistas made for a special experience. Coupling that with friends is the ultimate vacation. Well, we made it through the trek and had a wonderful time. This section of the country is absolutely phenomenal. Too much to review in an email. Beginning in San Francisco was a brilliant idea. I would have liked an extra day here to explore on a rental bike. Your choice of trails was perfect. Everyday was a surprise. Such variety of nature - even within the same day! I believe you deviated from the Runners World course on Day 5 and started us at Limantour Beach. Good choice! In general, your logistic planning was perfect. No negative surprises and plenty of positives. Your trail directions were essential and the trail maps very helpful. Overall we had a wonderful experience. I am interested in what other adventure that your company can recommend.

It is really hard to pick our favorite part of the trek because it was all so special. Dropping into the redwood forest felt like home and was great after the sunburn from the previous day (not complaining, weather app told us to expect fog most of the day; it was clear and beautiful). The rain that we received our day in the Jack London State park will be very memorable because it made the fall colors really "pop" and the of the smell of all the eucalyptus trees was heavenly. The cave tasting at the Glen Ellen winery was spectacular and very personal (and enjoyed meeting your Canadian girls that were also trekking that day). We also really enjoyed the sparkling wine at another winery, we are not normally sparkling wine fans. They were most gracious hosts and very generous with the pouring at 10am. 🙂 Our favorite hotel was definitely in Glen Ellen. The bathtub alone was worth the price of the vacation. We also loved Sausalito. With the rain we learned we had a leaking roof at Mt. Tamalpias. We liked the ambiance in Muir Beach. Although we hiked 30 miles in 4 days we came home more relaxed from this vacation than any other. We would definitely do this again and recommend it to our friends that would consider this type of vacation. It was very nice meeting Greg and Brigid was a kick and made us feel like family when she hugged us goodbye at the airport. Thank you so much for the great memories!

We had a fabulous experience. Overall it exceeded our expectations! All 3 hotels we stayed at were perfect. Great service, great locations. The extra effort on your part to customize our trek, pick apples from your tree for our lunches and buy little extras at the market for us ( Mary, LOVED the cheese O’s!) were noted and made the entire experience so much more special. The trail notes combined with the map were very easy to navigate with the exception of a few signs that were down and we have already mentioned those to Mary and Greg. We did call once and of course someone was available immediately. All 3 of you were easy to deal with, very helpful and are full of knowledge about the area. The restaurants we ate at, all were in the pre travel package, were right on the mark. Mary coordinated our reservations for all of the restaurants and spa appointments with ease and even reminded me that we needed airport transport! Brigid was lovely. The wineries, perfect! All the tours you had scheduled for us again exceeded anything we expected. This is right up a Canadian’s street! We will definitely consider a return trek. There was so much more that we wanted to see.

Let me begin by saying this was an absolutely fabulous trip! Adrienne and I had soooo much fun and learned so much. I found out about wine trekking on the internet. 10 years ago, Adrienne and I did an 8 day hike through France, in wine country and 3 years ago a 3 day hike along the east coast of Scotland with our husbands. We were looking for a hike not too long (3 or 4 days), a place that took our luggage and wine! Your add fit what we wanted. We liked that we would do most of the hike in the morning and could enjoy the wine in the afternoon. I can't imagine drinking that much wine and then driving. Every winery we visited treated us with the most respect. We felt so welcome and appreciated how each host/hostess treated us with respect even when we didn't know something and answered every question no matter how silly it was. We learned so much about wine. I always thought I preferred white, now I know I'm a red girl. We spent much more time at the wineries than anticipated, 90 min - 2 hours. We even went back in the evening to listen to an old time rock and roll band, have a picnic and drink more wine. We also enjoyed a second winery. There we really felt like royalty. Our hostess kept bringing us wines that were not on the list of wines being served because we would say something about a wine that sparked her to have us try another one. After this, we were at our limit of 2 bottles of wine to bring home. The picnic lunch on the terrace was so beautiful. We were visited by "the founder" while we had lunch and found we had much in common even though we were 100 years apart in age. Our other favourite winery was in Glen Ellen. Now we were welcomed into the home of the winemaker was the ultimate. We were served fresh figs (which we can't get) and Brut to begin with. They were in the middle of bottling and were very patient with us watching. I'm sure we outstayed our welcome but again they were patient and it was so interesting watching. I wish we could have helped. We then bought our 3rd bottle of wine. Each evening, returning to a spa type Inn was wonderful. The nights in Sonoma, we took advantage of the fire in the courtyard with a bottle of wine. Even though we hiked hard during the day, we felt so pampered at night. I wouldn't do anything differently, except spend more time in the Sonoma area. This was a very romantic holiday (almost wasted on sisters). Although we loved every minute of it, could you have a hike that was not so romantic? Because we have hiked before in different countries, you should know that Sonoma was by far the friendliest place. We always tell people this when asked about the trip. We always felt welcome and at ease. Manitobans are known to be friendly people. Sorry, Sonomians are the friendliest people. We have so many wonderful memories, even the earthquake. Thank you so much. If my husband drank wine and Adrienne's hiked, we would bring them back. So we will have to see.

We had a really nice time. The lodgings were all great and the dinner recs really nice.the service your company provides is excellent. Mary was great at helping out with planning.

I loved every minute of the trek and know you will be hearing good things from the others as well. This was one of the most hardest and beautiful running experiences I have ever done. The different terrain was amazing! We were all sorry to see it end. Not one thing went wrong. From the directions you supplied to the accommodations all went well. I will definitely post more when I am home. Thank you so much for a wonderful experience.

Sheila and Mary thank you soon much! We had a great time. Sausalito was a sunny warm day. We walked around. We ate lunch at a coffee shop with great sandwich's and coffee. Diner at Sushi Ran was excellent. The hotel spectacular. Everywhere we had friendly service.Our run from Sausalito to Muir Beachwas great! Misty but we still had some amazing view's. The inn was cozy. Friendly and helpful staff. We loved the snug room! Our run from Muir Beach to Mt. Tamalpais was great! Running through the redwoods was amazing! The inn was great! Rooms were comfortable the sunken tub was great! Thank you all for the bottle of champagne, it was the perfect edition to my birthday celebration! Kevin picked us up the next morning to drive us to the next trail head. He was a great guide and gave us the history of Marin county. We really enjoyed it! Our run this day was great. We loved the start on the beach! We ran through so many different kinds of terrain it was amazing to us. The forests smelled of eucalyptus and some of winter green! Our stay in Olema was nice. The rooms were comfortable and the jacuzzi tubs were welcome. We ate at the farm house and loved the food. We looked at the menus again for the Sir and Star but just looked to weird for us! We took the bus into Point Reyes and walked around. Our run the next day was wooded and running on the pine needles was like running on carpet. We were very excited to see Inverness but sad as well! We thought at the end we could run another day! The whole trip was so well planned for us. Our cabins in Inverness were great. We got sandwiches from the deli and ate on the deck. The views of the bay and the mountains were great. Diner at the saltwater oyster was good. They were very accommodating and were able to make me a vegetarian plate. The only thing we would think of changing was that when running we were getting to the hotels around 1pm and most of the times our rooms were not ready and we were eating lunch wet,cold and probably smelly! The whole trip was an experience of a lifetime! Thank you all for your help in setting it all up.

Just a note to tell you how fabulous our trekking vacation was. We loved every minute of it. The arrangements were superb and you left no detail unattended: the accommodations were first-class and beautiful; the trails were wonderful and the route guides flawless; the dining options were incredible (all so excellent!); and the winery appointments were a nice surprise (a great variety of wine-tasting opportunities that ranged from "mom and pop" proprietors to big operations and included very different atmospheres, tours, information, and educational experiences). Both our regional transporter, Brigid O'Brien, and our local transporter, William McMahon, were wonderful—prompt, helpful, friendly, courteous, accommodating, and professional. We thoroughly enjoyed them both. There were just so many little "extras" that we can't recount them all here, but suffice it to say that trekking Napa Valley was a perfect vacation for us in every way, and we thank you so much for providing us with such a lovely and restorative experience. The only difficulty now will be deciding what our next trekking adventure will be!

We loved every part of this trek! The hiking the wineries and we loved the olive and vine last night. It was so incredible. We appreciate all of your suggestions and help in making our 40th a memorable experience. We have already told several people about you and plan to share you with others. Can't wait to do this again. Thanks again for handling all of the details!

Caroline and I would like to thank you for the wonderful vacation. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and our biggest disappointment was that it ended too quickly. We want to come back to California and try some additional hikes. • The guide that you provided was excellent. We quickly learned to trust the guide and we knew that we would easily get to where we needed to go. During our treks we met other hikers (not wine country trekkers!) They gave us conflicting information and we are glad that we never listened to them because they were wrong and we would have gotten lost. • The Sausalito hotel was spectacular. Our room was great with an excellent view of the harbour. We loved it. • The Muir Beach inn was charming and fun. We enjoyed the pub and all of the staff. We enjoyed our meal and loved the ambiance of the restaurant. • The Mt. Tamalpais inn was disappointing. It has gotten a bit 'tired' and needs to be updated. • The Glen Ellen inn was probably the nicest place that we have ever stayed at. The room was spectacular and we really enjoyed everything about it. We enjoyed their breakfasts and the staff provided excellent service. • We loved Brigid. Everything went perfectly and she was very charming. • We really enjoyed our visits to the wineries. Each was unique and we really enjoyed the sampling although the first got us a little loopy at 10 AM on Day 5! He did warn us but we didn't want to waste the wine by dumping it in the grass. • Our visit with the winemaker was an experience that we will treasure forever. Caroline was able to channel her inner artist as we helped him create a Soul Map. He also has a very interesting view on making wine and how to integrate the cosmos into his wine. Too much fun! We want to come back soon so we will be in touch again

It was certainly hard getting back on the plane to come back to reality after such a wonderful holiday – although we were missing the kids so it was great to get home to them. We thought the whole experience was fantastic – it exceeded our expectations in a number of ways. The combination of the lodgings (which were all great), fantastic restaurants (were enjoyed them all) and the winery visits / tastings (which were amazing, especially the fact that they were private / pre-arranged made the experience that much more special) made it very memorable. You have clearly spent time selecting the best winery experiences, lodgings and restaurant options in the area, so the combination blew us away.

We had a FABULOUS time and could not have been happier with everything--starting with our delightful driver Brigid. She was warm and inviting and excited for us, which made us even more excited! We loved it all-the wonderful accommodations, the detailed directions, the helpful suggestions for dinner, and the awesome experiences at each winery. Each winery experience was unique but all were good-and we were made to feel very welcome. The movie was a great introduction to Chateau Montelena--a great touch! Marilue and I had been to Napa briefly before but Laura had not and we wanted it all to be a fabulous experience for her---AND IT WAS!!!! And for us, too! I think the amount of walking each day was just right--long enough in between the wineries to "walk it off" but not feel overwhelmed. Having the shortest walk in the forest made up for the elevation and less secure footing--and finishing it with our arrival at the inn in Calistoga almost brought us all three to tears--what an absolutely adorable place!! It was our favorite of the four inns and had us all wanting to come back and bring our husbands!! My only thoughts for you are 1) we didn't use all our gift cards for food--we didn't really buy full lunches each day since we had eaten a hearty breakfast, were walking in the heat and had food at several wineries. You might be able to pare that back a bit and save yourselves a bit of money. $45 is plenty generous, I think. 2) we found a pedometer to be vital and you might include that on the list of things to bring walking. Especially in the forest it was invaluable to keep from making turns too early. We are so grateful to all of you for such a wonderful experience--we will definitely be telling others about it and are already talking about when we might be able to swing the Sonoma trek!

It was amazing!!! Brigid is a tremendous asset to yall and we enjoyed Cowboy Bill too. Having the same reliable drivers was really nice. Reservations were all correct and my gosh, the lodging was spectacular; we were especially entranced with the the ones in Calistoga and Yountville. We loved the variety of wineries we visited and everyone was so nice to us ---- each day unfolded like a wonderful surprise. We were very glad to have a pedometer because there was one place in the park we otherwise might have made a bad move --- there was an earlier place to cross the creek but we figured it out from the pedometer. It was also fun to keep track of mileage so that might be something to suggest bringing in the planning guide, but serious hikers (unlike the 3 of us) might not need that. Bravo to everyone at Wine Country Trekking --- so much fun, so many memories.

Overall, Steve and I had an amazing vacation and certainly the organized 4 nights in Sonoma were a highlight for us! I will respond below to each of your queries. We will definitely recommend your company to friends and will certainly make our way back to California wine country again! Thanks so much for the wonderful introduction, The detailed maps and directions were meticulous and the routes were beautiful. I don’t think we could have had a more perfect week for weather both in San Francisco and Sonoma. Both the inns were definitely two of the nicest places that Steve and I have ever stayed! It was also very nice to have the diversity between the two lodgings. Met many wonderful people throughout our vacation. Your suggestions and arrangements were excellent. Loved the town of Glen Ellen and both wineries that we visited. The only feedback/comments that I would make is that as long time runners, we found the 3 days in a row with the terrain and elevation was difficult since we found that our legs/bodies did not have proper recovery time (perhaps this is age as well – 46 & 47). In fact, my husband was not able to fully complete the 3rd day in Annadel State Park and certainly both of us were pretty exhausted/done in after the Hood Mountain/Sugarloaf run!

Overall feedback.... Really enjoyed the trip and would recommend it to anyone up for a challenge. We would do it again, and probably will in a year. Running it was not easy, and training for hills is recommended. Loved the Muir Beach inn! Suggestions- if running...you don't want to leave on your next run much before 11:30am since most of the check-in times were after 2 or 3pm.

Our trip was outstanding. Starting with the ride from Brigid. She was personable, helpful and reliable. She made it easy to communicate and get to where we needed to go. I have to say the Yountville inn was my favorite place to stay. The staff was friendly and the little town was nice to walk to. I would have liked to stay there longer. It was not bad by any means...but if you wanted my feedback my least lodging was on the second night at the hotel. I only say this because it didn't have the character like the others had. However, you could still keep it 🙂 All of the food was great. The options were great choices and we were not at all disappointed. I loved how we got to experience the different types of vineyards that Napa has to offer...from high end to the property at someone's house. I think that enjoyed going to a residence versus something like the high end. However, it was nice and fun to have the variations. All of the places we visited were friendly and we did enjoy them all. The hikes were well planned and we ended up being early...which is good. The weather was perfect as well. It was nice to have the same "Cab Hopper" each day. He was great and easy to talk with as we drove to our next destination. Overall, this trip was outstanding. I've recommended to friends 🙂

Thanks, crew, for a wonderful trip. The views and wildflowers were great. The hiking a nice challenge, except for the Sausalito stairs that I hadn't trained for. (I would suggest the "terrain" section mentions 8 flights of city stairs!) (I didn't count, but...just saying). The Sausalito hotel was amazing--wish I could have had the spa available after a couple days of walking! I really appreciated that you varied the trip to include the nice beach walk--and it was great to have a lighter day to end on. The weakest link was the Muir Beach inn and the food there--OK, but not as good as the rest. Our poor "quaint" room didn't really have space for all our dripping wet clothes. Oh, well. All in all, a well planned, well executed vacation. The maps and guides were great (except, see steps above!). Really everything ran smoothly and efficiently and all the people we met were friendly and helpful. Thanks for a memorable vacation. Pam

Thank you Mary for setting up our trip. Everything went perfectly, we loved the different hotels and inns, and the views were spectacular. We met a lot of different people in the towns and inns, and even had time to shop in Sausalito. It was so clear and calm the day we walked across the bridge, our entire time in San Francisco was something we’ll never forget. I really liked the route into Muir Woods, we started early and didn’t see another person for over 5.5 miles. Best part ever: near the end of the hike up to Mt. Tamalpais, my sister who is not a frequent hiker, stopped and said, “This was really nice – I’d do this again.” Yippee, now I have a hiking partner! Thank you for the great experience,

Incredible! Beautiful surroundings, off-the-beaten-path hikes (maybe it was the holiday week effect?), great food, amazing wine, helpful, friendly people… we really had a wonderful, wonderful time. We loved the hikes: whether we were going through neighborhoods, on remote-feeling trails, atop mountains, or on the forest floor… We were awed by the beauty and tranquility at every turn. The guide was great – the instructions alongside the maps kept us on course. Only one or two spots were we not entirely sure but we made the right choice so no problems. There was one day that the hike was described as “challenging.” I would suggest adding this warning to the Sausalito to Muir Beach day, too. Maybe include a warning to “flatlanders” that a gain and loss of 2300 ft is nothing to sneeze at 😀 We enjoyed meeting the Trek folks along the way, Maryellen, Brigid, and our transport to Point Reyes Seashore Lodge (his name escapes me). The meal and wine & cheese that Maryellen provided – outta sight! Brigid was a lot of fun to chat with and it was fun to learn about the area from everyone we talked with. It was also great meeting Mary (and her husband, who had to give us a ride to the hotel after we drank wine with the winemaker past dark!) He was a lot of fun – very interesting – and we are looking forward to a wine shipment from him! We really enjoyed meeting him and hearing his take on wine. Oh, and our guide on the kayaking trip was also great! Marin County seems like such a special place. It was inspiring to hear how it’s cared for and preserved by the folks there. It was just beautiful… The little sliver of moon over the bay in the early morning (we were still on Dallas time, evidently!)… that image will stay with me always. I hope we’ll be able to trek with you again sometime – it was truly magical!! Many thanks to you and all who contributed to our experience!

We had a great time and very much enjoyed all accommodations and services along the trek. We will be telling our family and friends about Wine Country Trekking.

Our trip was fantastic. The information, itinerary, food and accommodations were all great. We all thought the hotels were better than we expected and the food was excellent too. The hikes were great and very strenuous so we were able to enjoy the food even more. We hope to join you again for another trek and we have told all of our friends that the vacation was a top five experience for us. Thanks for setting up everything so well.

We really enjoyed the trek! I think having three tastings a day was fantastic (and good motivation to get up in the morning and hike); we definitely could have done a third tasting on Wednesday). We were also extremely appreciative of Mary’s flexibility and helpfulness the whole week. A few notes: 1. Trek: Overall the trek was fantastic, the directions were very clear on all hikes, and we felt like we had plenty of time during our walks. I think if we could do it over we would have gotten to Yountville much earlier on Monday (maybe noon or 1) and set up a tasting for the afternoon and walked around; the way it worked out we didn’t really get to see that town much. We also might have spent a bit more time in Napa Bothe state park (it was beautiful!) 2. Restaurants: Bistro Jeanty was just okay compared to the rest of the food we had, though still pretty good. We LOVED JoLe (we did a tasting menu with wine pairings, which was a nice way to see some more local wines) and the sandwiches from the deli in St. Helena were extremely good (and traveled well). We had drinks and appetizers at Goose and Gander and would really recommend the downstairs bar there; it was especially cozy as it got cooler in the evenings. 3. Wineries: One in St Helena and one in Calistoga were favorites in terms of helpfulness and personality, and the high end one of course was a lovely experience. We were also huge fans of the food pairing at another one! If any other wineries offer that type of service, I would have definitely done more options like that. Thanks again for all your help in planning our vacation; we would never have pulled off a last-minute trip without you. No matter how romantic Napa can be, we had a great time going as family and met lots of interesting and friendly people. We’ll definitely be recommending you to friends and family and hope eventually to return!

I just wanted to take a moment to let you know how much Pat and I enjoyed our trekking tour you mapped out for us. I liked the self paced tour but also the mini goals of the day. Everyone was very friendly and seemed to know your company well. The highlight of the trip was Mr. George of course!! What a pleasure and someone I do not think I will forget for a long time. I think it is totally awesome what he has accomplished at his age and how he keeps young with his vineyard and his family. So inspirational!!! Pat and I are both 62 and thinking of ways to reinvent our selves in our later years. He certainly got us talking more about future goals. All the other wineries were interesting and beautiful. We did wind up having lunch at the Glen Ellen winery and doing the Jack London State Park. A little disappointed in one winery. She did not give us the tour I was expecting and their wines very expensive because of how they process them. The views were wonderful though. All the dinners were very, very good with Olive and Vine being the best one. FYI: No corkage fee. They even had a menu with Happy Birthday Pamela printed on it for my sister. They brought a special appetizer and dessert to the table. Very memorable. All lunches were good with the winery lunch being the best, maybe because of the hike! The Glen Ellen lodging's Zen room beautiful but not practical. The tub way to big for me and the cement flooring was too cold. Had to find socks to put on at night when I needed to get up to use the restroom. My sister got an upgrade for her room (maybe thanks to you?). It was perfect. Jacuzzi in the room, spacious. Clean, nice. It was a nice place to hang out to with my sister and brother in law. I especially enjoyed having all the arrangements done before we arrived. Most of the time we fly somewhere, find the maps, hike, etc. This way we knew what we were doing and all meals accounted for without having to make my own reservations. Thank you again for a very special trip!

We had a really great time. the walks were lovely, and the wine wonderful and the hotels were perfect. We liked the wine and cheese pairings at one winery, the visit to the garden at another, and especially the visit at the private winery. Thanks for a great trek 🙂

We really did enjoy our fall getaway. We both felt that the hiking and tasting experience struck a very good balance of activities. I guess you feel less guilty indulging in all those great wines and food when you've been out trekking all day! We enjoyed both hikes. Legs were a "good" sore after that Hood Mountain hike, but then again there was the reward of a wonderful charcuterie at the winery I think the highlight though was the visit to the family vineyard. Marjorie was so welcoming and was kind enough to spend, I think, almost two hours with us! The inn was perfect. Lots of Wine Country ambience and wonderful service. We thought the dinner the first night was a little pricey, but good. The second night we opted for The Fig Cafe and had a fun, more casual dinner there. Great choices in sandwiches too for our hikes. We would enthusiastically recommend Wine Country Trekking to our trekking friends.

It was great! We loved most everything. All the restaurants were wonderful--food, service, etc. Loved the second two hotels. The Yountville inn was nice because everything was so close. We loved the fancy winery--probably because we were with the nicest couples....great people. The best day was Day 3. We loved the wineries and the walk/hike. We loved the fourth day wineries. Beautiful properties. One had great dogs. The walk on Day 1 was really nice for the first 3 miles but we didn't like the one mile on Hwy 29. All the drivers were very nice. We loved Brigid.........fun and so nice! This was a great trip and I would recommend Wine Country Trekking to others.

Thank you for all you did to make our 50 th Anniversary celebration so wonderful! It was just an awesome experience! The happy memories will be with us forever!

Our first trekking vacation and it was excellent! Everything went very smoothly. Really effortless - other then the treks. After 6-7 hours on the trails, the rooms were outstanding! But I have to say the actual hikes themselves were the best. Particularly Sausalito to muir beach and muir beach to mountain home inn. Great days. The toughest part was starting the days with straight up out of Sausalito and muir beach but not sure you can really change that. This was literally one of the best vacations my wife and I have had as a couple in our first 25 years. Thank you for making it so special. I really appreciated the way every destination knew it was our anniversary. Well done.

Thank you so much for a very unique experience. Everything was so organized and went smoothly, which we appreciated. The accommodations were very nice, especially the Glen Ellen lodging! We felt the length of the trip was just right for us. We need a break from the hiking and also all the wine; however, it was wonderful for the three days. I wanted to give you some feedback on the wineries. On day 1, the highlight was Julie with the second winery. She was a delight and so knowledgeable. Plus, what a great trip through time was the Mountain Cemetery. Day 2, the hiking was quite challenging with the elevation change, but being from East Tennessee, we did it fine for two of us in our mid sixties and two in mid seventies. Both wineries were excellent. Day 3 was the highlight as you know. The first winery was unbelievable! All the wines were top notch and there was plenty. The guide was (Bert?) quite a character with very entertaining stories. But the cream of the trip, was of course the last winemaker! The hiking we found to be very pretty and relatively level, although, after all the wine, we were exhausted by the time we got there. We felt we could have skipped the middle winery as the wine was a let down after the first and would liked to have gotten back to the lodging earlier to enjoy the pool and surroundings. We definitely wanted all the time we spent with the winemaker. Conversations were so easy and I feel he enjoyed us as much as we enjoyed him, but that is what a good host does. Thank you so much and we will definitely recommend you to our friends.

We had an awesome time! We loved the hikes, especially the first couple of days hiking in the mountainous areas and the views were breathtaking. We couldn't wait at the end of each day to see what bed and breakfast we would end up at. Each had its own character and were beautiful. We thoroughly enjoyed the wineries. Thanks again for a totally awesome time. We thoroughly enjoyed it.

I just wanted to let you know how much fun James and I had on our trek this past week. Amazing hikes, amazing wine, amazing food and amazing accommodations. Common factor being AMAZING! We enjoyed every aspect and hope to return again for our third trek! Please let Mary and Greg know how much we loved it.

We were talking about this recently and we reckon that the most enjoyable part of our three-part honeymoon was the wine-trek. We cannot thank you enough. Our rooms in both Kenwood and Glen Ellen were the most charming and romantic rooms we've ever stayed in. We really felt like we were on our honeymoon. Both guest houses were fantastic. I couldn't fault either. The tracks were beautiful but the first track in glen ellen was a bit hard to navigate. I liked the idea of photographing the major turns. I would say that most people who run the track in Summer will aim to leave their guesthouse before it gets too warm to run so if they are runners you might predict that they would want to get transport early and then an early room in Kenwood for example. We loved all the wineries especially the hilltop tasting. Perhaps the salon tasting was in a slightly less impressive setting but having said that we loved the pinots. Anyway we want to thank you again for going the extra mile for us. Your attention to detail was heart-warming. A truly wonderful experience.

This was one of the best experiences I have had. Diana and I haven’t been on vacation together since 2004. In fact I haven’t taken a vacation since 2004. We also realized we have never gone on vacation without kids. This was a chance to just be. I loved everything about the trip. The detailed guide was flawless and the lodgings were perfect. I love the small inn experience and the length of the hikes was enough to be a work out, but not enough to damage our old bodies. Interestingly enough Diana gained 6 pounds and I gained 8. The food was too good. I ate a significant fraction of my body weight in raw oysters. One of the beauties of this hike for couples is that you talk about and think about all of the things that have gone unsaid and unexamined for far too long and 10 days allows you to do this leisurely and to give the process the time it needs to mature. I love the walking, but I do that every day. I love the eating, but I do that every day. Most of all I want to thank you for the undivided attention Diana and I were able to give each other. That is the real gift of Wine Country Trekking.

We had a fantastic time thank you - a unique experience indeed, and the perfect way for us to wrap up our two week long Californian holiday. The treks were great (the Bothe-Napa Park trail a highlight), the wineries were a very well chosen range of old and new, large and small, and we became big fans of the 'Private Tasting' - not a common experience in NZ or AU. The accommodation options were marvelous (the last was perfect and Tess would like to live there), we enjoyed all of the restaurants (although we did manage to come last in the Trivia Night at La Condesa!), and the picnic lunches were scrumptious - the debit card is a great idea. We've already told several of our friends that they should do this trek - they have all been very impressed (as we were) with the Trail Guide and the maps etc. It's hard to think of anything at all that could be improved or done differently - it's a shame that the last part of the trek out of Yountville is on the busy highway, but without that there'd be no Oakville Grocery! Thanks again for a great experience...

I strongly agree with his comments and would add two specifics: I was really impressed by your trail notes for the Sausalito to Tiburon hike. This is not an easy route to describe in detail and you did a great job. The hotel in Tiburon was excellent and our room overlooking the sun deck and San Francisco across the Bay was spectacular. Thanks again for another great experience!

It was a really good trip. I particularly appreciated the nice hotels you booked for us AND the nice rooms in those hotels. Daily walking route well thought out, scenic, interesting, and appropriate physical exertion. Well done.

I didn't run, but hiked fast and it was a blast. The trails were extremely well planned out and the notes on them were perfect. I was a bit out of shape but still managed to get through all the hikes. Mt. Hood was quite steep but the views once to the top were gorgeous. The winery experiences were each different and were fun...The Glen Ellen Winery trip was special to get the inside scoop on their eco friendly production...I did get to sit by the pool and soak in the lovely cool waters...I enjoyed the [Glen Ellen lodging] and also partook of their pool and hot tub. They had very good breakfast which got me on my way. My favorite dining experience was the Glen Ellen Star. I made a new friend with your driver. What a wonderfully nice person. Overall it was a great trip...I truly love your planning and taking all of the minutia away from me. Thanks again.

We loved our trek! We had not visited San Francisco before and it was a great way to see the city and the bay. The rooms were beautiful, the restaurants fabulous, especially in Tiburon. We made it to the top of Mt. Livermore on Angel Island and really liked Alcatraz. We have beautiful photos and want to win your next photo contest!

Everything was great. The trip was wonderfully planned and everything worked out great. The [inn] was fantastic...We personally like our interactions with the smaller wineries the most. We LOVED speaking with the 92 year old owner at one winery and drinking wine with him. We also thought the pairings with the food at another winery were delicious, and enjoyed meeting you! Thanks again, and we really do look forward to meeting you again on a tour.

What a fantastic trip! The most enjoyabel part was hiking from Sausalito to Muir Beach. The views were breathtaking all the way. The [Muir Beach lodging] was much more enjoyable than I expected--a real delight. Dinner was quiet and romantic and the breakfast buffet was wonderful. There was a little hitch in that our luggage was't there when we arrived but that was remedied shortly. The trek from Muir Beach to Muir Woods was also terrific. It was long and excruciating but also beautiful, exhilarating, and well worth it. The room...was delightful--they said it was the best in the house and we also had the best view in the restaurant for dinner. Very nice. [You] were helpful in accommodating our request to be picked up early the next day...The hike on the next day was nice (not as spectacular as the others) and ended well with a fun winery tour. Thanks for booking the more in-depth tour. Our stay at the [Glen Ellen lodging] was mixed. The Zen room was fantastic...It seemed like they were trying too hard to make the food exotic. Back to Day 4--what an exquisite beginning, drinking champagne [at the first winery]. The wine pourer [at the second winery] was a sweet young woman but it just wasn't special...You saved the day by coming to pick us up because by then my blisters were raging. Thank you! The rest of the afternoon was a trip, meeting [the winemaker] and enjoying his wine, humor and take on the interaction between the cosmos and winemaking. We are delighted to be part of his club and hope to make it to one of his parties one day. Our driver was a delight. Unlike other drivers in past travels, she was always prompt, reliable , and a good driver. The water bottles and gift bag were a nice touch. It was a great trip and we appreciate your attention to all the details.

Had another wonderful trip!! Thank you so much!!! The lodging was wonderful!...beautiful and a lot of fun to be at. My favorite part was all the hiking. Trails were great, good views and fun to hike. My other favorite was the variety of the wineries. I loved that some were smaller and more cozy, some were larger and more corporate and then some were very private intimate settings. The people were wonderful at all of them too, which really can make or break the experience.

It was such a great trip, the weather was gorgeous, the hikes were great, and the accommodations were beautiful. I think my favorite hike was day 3. Day 2 was challenging and I would do it again too...Our only real issue at the end of the trip was when we were coming back! Thanks for the awesome service you guys gave us.

We had a wonderful time and were thrilled that each of our kids and their spouses were able to weave in and out of the vacation as their time permitted. All in all, you did a great job of facilitating our adventure amd making it all happen effortlessly on our part. We would definitely do another trek with you...It is a great feeling at the end of the hike to know you will end up at a really nice inn. (Nice bathroom, bathtub for soaking, fireplace, clean room and comfortable bed). The water bottles and bars were a nice touch and one of the inns had chocolate in the room. That was nice, too. I think those little touches, whether from you or the inn make a big difference. It is a reflection on both of you, I think. It reminds us that you are still with us, providing a high end vacation, every detail thought out! Thanks again, and I hope we can try a different set of hikes another time on a future visit to California.

We had a good time on the trek. The mountains were a little hard on my knees. According to our friends, we missed a good time in the wine country. Thank you and the rest of your staff for all your help. Anyone coming from flat land, let them know there is a lot of climbing and coming down steep trails. I am used to walking and did not get tired, but my knees were really hurting. Overall the scenery was gorgeous. The mountains were a little foggy. The hotels, inns, and restaurants were great. Gary Danko's was wonderful. The food was awesome and all the staff really friendly and helpful...Everyone went above and beyond their call of duty and we appreciate that very much.

Hey, Wine Country gang, hope all is well. We had a blast on our trip! I would do it again in a heartbeat. The scenery was awesome, the hiking was great for staying active because we did eat and drink like kings and queens! My only regret is instead of staying 2 nights in Inverness, I would have rather stay one day, do without the kayaking trip and get to the wine country sooner and have an extra day there. Once we were in Glen Ellen we wished we had one more day of sightseeing and tasting. FYI...loved the [Glen Ellen lodging], can't wait to go again. I have told many people about this trip and how easy and laid back of a vacation it was because we didn't have to worry about all the details. So hopefully one day you will run across some of our friends, or even us again!"

We had a fantastic time. The trip was well planned and the accommodations were great. I liked the hike on the second day, my wife liked walking through the wine country. We enjoyed most of the wineries. I really loved the[Glen Ellen lodging] in the Zen Suite. I wouldn't mind having that bath in my master suite! My wife loved the step by step narrative in your guide. I, of course, liked the maps.

The trip was over the top fantastic!!! One of my colleagues at work is already interested I think. I especially liked the pre planned, prepaid nature of the trip so no stress once we got there. Sometimes it is hard to travel with friends when all the group does is wait for someone else to make decisions re: side trips, dinner locations, etc. I am an active vacationer, not much interest in going somewhere to just sit on a beach or drive in a car place to place. Hiking was perfect. I especially liked that the hardest parts of the walks were in the morning when cool and no wine tastings (yet). Sitting at the [private winery] was a pretty cool experience; even though he was busy, he didn't let on that we were intruding in his day. The lodgings were over the top.

Had a glorious trek from beginning to end. Great ride up to Sonoma, first class inns, (loved the pampering). Beautiful weather, explicit trail guide booklet, and superb winery selections, [especially the private winery]. Loved our dining selections. Great exercise, enjoyed every aspect to the fabulous extreme! Was so nice not to worry about the driving to and from the airport in San Francisco. One of our top vacation memory favorites!"

Thank you so much for the best vacation ever! Everything was perfect. Great trekking trails, lodging, food and wineries.

We had a wonderful time. The first day was really hard for me--my knees really hurt--but the rest of the days were no problem. We liked all the hotels--wish we could have stayed at the first and the last a little longer (next time we will know to do that)--they were the nicest hotels. All in all we had a fabulous time.

We had a wonderful time on our trek. It was very enjoyable. The weather turned out to be almost perfect for trekking...the last day that we had 3 wine tastings throughout the day made it tough. The wine made us a little bit tired and the heat didn't help. We [liked the day with] a wine tasting at the end of the trek so we could just relax afterwards. We did not have any bad food whatsoever on our trek. All the places we ate were extremely friendly and very good food. Thank you for the experience. It was very well planned out and the directions were very easy to follow. We will definitely be doing another trek again someday.

Overall we enjoyed the experience very much. Each day was planned out very well with at least one longer visit and tour. The trail maps were very good. All the accommodations were excellent and we are very glad we spent an extra day at the beginning to get oriented. Also, it made the French Laundry experience very special. In fact the general manager was from BC and at the end of the evening toured us through the kitchen. The only slight complaint from the ladies focused on why we had to stay in so many locations. We could never unpack! The flip side is that we got to experience a different town and restaurants so there was not unanimous views on this point. We think you undersell the value of the actual walks and tours. When we looked at the pricing for the package with only a little knowledge we thought it was quite expensive and almost did not book. However, once we saw what some of the tours and tastings actually cost, we were less concerned so it might be wise to market the value of the tours and limo pickup services...Again it was a perfect trip with perfect weather and we would think about one of your other tours in the future.

We certainly enjoyed our trip. The luggage transfer went perfectly, the cabdriver back to the airport was wonderful, the route guidance was great. There was an additional detour needed in Muir Woods due to a landslide, but your map got us around that. Our days were fairly long as we took our time. We were disappointed that [our room in Muir Beach] had a European style shower..the location of the inns couldn't have been better, and there may have been no other options...I just felt the inns were promoted as higher quality than they seemed. Overall, though, it was a wonderful experience.

We had an amazing time on the trip and both thought it was one of the best trips we have ever taken. Other than the enjoyment we had, we both thought the organization that you guys provided was incredible...Overall we thought the trip was fantastic. It was everything we expected it to be and more. Running/hiking the trails was a great experience, the lodging was some of the best and unique places we have ever stayed at. All of the meals were delicious. And the overall organization of the trip exceeded our expectations. The detailed maps and written directions were incredibly helpful...I think we enjoyed the running/hiking of the trails the most overall, although rewarding ourselves with amazing dinners and local beer and wine was up there as well. It's hard to beat the stunning coastal and mountain views as well as the giant redwoods in Muir Woods...The mornings were very foggy and we felt as though we missed out on some breathtaking views. But we also thought the fog was pretty cool, as it felt we were running in the clouds...we really enjoyed the fact that you mentioned to the hotels that this was our honeymoon. One gave us a complimentary bottle of champagne and all the other places at the minimum gave us congratulations. It was a nice touch. Thank you so much for a great trip and we definitely plan on doing another one in the future.

We had a great time and it was indeed a unique way to experience wine country. We loved the variety in the wineries. It was nice to see the welcome package at the first inn. We enjoyed the trek in the State Park the most. It would have been nice to have more time to take breaks and enjoy the hikes more.

A quick hello from two tired but very happy runners! Today was again beautiful!! After yesterday's challenging climb and the downhills, today's run felt nice and easy! Although our quads might not agree :-))...Thanks so much for everything and we are enjoying every minute being in your beautiful country!

We had a wonderful trip! What did we enjoy the most? Being from Washington, the weather was at the top of the list. We enjoyed having all the arrangements made and following instructions. It was a little like a scavenger hunt with wonderful treats to be found at every turn...[The first winery]--what can we say. We had no idea wine could taste like that. The whole place, the concierge, elegant waiting area, tour guide, wine caves, tasting terrace--and the wine--wow. What a start. [The second winery] was fun and informal, but a hard act to follow after [the first]...The second day hike was the most fun as it went through the park and along the river...The lodgings and lunch choices were awesome. Thanks for a wonderful trip.

The entire trip was absolutely fantastic; clearly one of the best vacations we have ever taken. I don't think we could have set up the trip on our own. Everything was in order for the entire trip. Hotels, restaurants, wineries, and the cars/drivers that picked us up were expecting us and right on time. The hiking directions were right on the money...All the wineries on the trek were wonderful and we were treated extremely well...The best tours included vineyards and winemaking...The only real downside was moving to a different hotel each night. Perhaps you could offer an extra day [at the beginning or end of the trip at the same lodging]. Thanks again for making our trip so special. You really have done a magnificent job with everything.

We had an absolutely great time on our trek. The accommodations were outstanding and the suggested dining was just what we had hoped for. I found that the trail map was exceptionally (and correctly) detailed and easy to follow. The wine tastings were top notch and we all learned quite a bit about the growth of the grape. Interestingly, the final night we actually did a recap of what was our favorite aspect of the trip. Each of us had something different that we found special. For me, it was the vistas of the Pacific and the city from the cliffs on the way to Muir Beach. The trek allowed us to take time from our busy lives to spend some quality time with each other; something our family has not had a chance to do in quite some time. As the MasterCard ads say, "Priceless"!

My daughter and I are still talking about how our trip together was amazing in so many ways. I think your company does an outstanding job of giving the client the tools to confidently move through the days on your own, yet, you are all a phone call away when we needed you. (Like when we got lost on the way to a vineyard, haha.) We enjoyed the variety of places that we stayed in along the way, the first and last being our favorites for sure...and the choice of vineyard visits was really fun and interesting, again a nice variety...all with great character! All of the locals that we were in touch with and stayed with were very accommodating in every way...We will definitely recommend Wine Country Trekking whenever the opportunity arises and we hope to come and travel with you again sometime in the future. Thank you for a lovely experience, one that we will cherish for a long time to come!

The trek was fantastic and the accommodations exceeded our expectations. The amount of walking and the beautiful and varied terrain was as expected. The variety in style of hotel added to the experience--each good in their own way. Those of us who went kayaking loved it and it was good to spend two nights in one spot at that stage. The catered meal in Inverness was great...On the last day, the visit to [a private winery] was fantastic with the garden as well as the wine being a highlight...Thank you for putting so much effort into organising the massages...All in all a great trip we would highly recommend, many thanks also for being so flexible with our group.

WE HAD A GREAT TIME! We really enjoyed the [Muir Beach lodging]--it had a great atmosphere. The last night at the [Glen Ellen lodging] was fabulous!!...I think the walks were a little too long for most of our group--not sure how you would cut them, though. The limo was a great touch!...Thanks for all your help with the trip--you did a great job!

We had a terrific time on the trek. Thanks for the champagne [for our retirement]--what a thoughtful and pleasant surprise! We most enjoyed... the walk through the park. And of course, the [final resort] was a highlight...Overall, it was one of the best trips we've had and we're thinking we'd like to do the Sonoma trek in the future. Thanks for all you did!

I had a wonderful time on the trek, the hotels and accommodations were great. Overall it was a great experience, I have already recommended it to people who I know enjoy the same types of things. In fact, someday I plan to come back and do another one of your treks! My favorite part of the trip were the two days in Sonoma. Glen Ellen was okay, unfortunately we missed one winemaker, which we regret. All of your partners, restaurant suggestions and inns were great...The fact that you accommodated us with such short notice was very admirable. Keep up the good work and I look forwward to another trek with you!!

Our trek was definitely a wonderful vacation experience. Overall, this counts as a bucket-list quality vacation. The logistics were spot-on and the hikes, tastings, and food were all fantastic. It is hard to pick a single part of the trek that we enjoyed the most. Some of the most notable moments were the first hike, the breakfasts at the [Sonoma lodging], the dinner at the Harvest Moon Cafe, and the final wine tasting (we were there for 2 1/2 hours!), and the unbelievably relaxing and elegant suite at the [Glen Ellen lodging]. The only change we would suggest would be a second night's stay at the [Glen Ellen lodging]. We realized that we would have loved to walk around town or just relax in our room. The snacks, water bottles and pre-trip guide were excellent. Thank you for providing such and amazing and easy travel experience.

Overall feedback--nothing but praise! It was a fantastic experience. All the inns were outstanding. Restaurant suggestions were superb. We really had the best time. Wineries were marvelous and exceeded all expectations. Weather was unbelievable. All transfers and luggage issues were handled brilliantly, despite us having some quite heavy bags. Our picnic lunches were absolutely delicious. All the delis/bakeries were first class. We loved the restaurants, but thought Terra was the highlight--sensational! My son and his new wife also had the best time and it was really nice to share the experience with them. Please pass on my thanks to all involved.

To put it in a nutshell, we loved it. We are already thinking of doing another trek for our third anniversary next year (this was for our second). I guess the only complaint I could have is that we got surfeited with fine food and wine. In fact, we canceled our dinner plans twice because we had eaten so much. And three wine tastings in a day was one to many for me. But what a way to go! The Zen Suite in the [Glen Ellen lodging] was spectacular...We also really appreciated that the trek was done at a leisurely pace, on our own schedule. (We have been on vacations that got too frantic and/or involved too many must-make travel connections like ferries.) Many thanks.

We have been talking about how great our Trek was since we got home! We loved it. You did a great job of taking care of every detail--many thanks for being such hospitable host and trip facilitators. What a dream to have someone else take care of our entire vacation for us. We found the entire trip very well-coordinated, relaxing, friendly, and fun--overall one of the best vacations of our lives. The hikes and treks were incredibly beautiful and fun and well mapped (even on the day it rained). Each wine tasting was a truly unique experience. All of the restaurants we tried were good and lunch each day was good (especially the winery lunch). Both of the inns where we stayed were comfortable, friendly, accommodating, and clean. The [Glen Ellen lodging] was, clearly, exceptional--we plan to make it a destination one day. We look forward to booking another trip with Wine Country Trekking in the future.

The trip met and exceeded our expectations! The distances and demands of the trek were perfect for us. The combination of hiking, staying at boutique hotels and sipping wine was likewise just right. I would (and have) recommended the trip to friends. I liked the walking the best--seeing sights on foot is special and the anticipation of arriving at one's destination makes it all so fun. More specifically, we like the trek from Sausalito to Muir Beach the best...At all times the food, on the trek and in the evenings, was consistently fresh and tasty. We liked that we were on our own and not part of a group--but we could call you if we needed assistance. The combined experience is what makes it work--the best of scenery, food, lodging and wine. I appreciated how nice you were during the planning process. We can't thank you enough!

Let us say first that we loved the trek and have been saying great things about it every chance we get. Overall the wineries were lovely, the hikes were gorgeous, and the food was excellent. The places we stayed were all amazing--especially the suite at the [Calistoga lodging]. (Several places took note of our anniversary--thanx!) Wine Country Trekking came through on all the things promised to us--we never worried about our bags, our pick-ups, our reservations, or our car. And you got us a table at the French Laundry! All along the way, people thought what we were doing was a very cool idea--and it was. Thanx again.

We had a great time! The treks, rooms and meals were perfect. We really enjoyed the last day and the wine tastings. You made everything so easy. The solitude and the beauty of the areas was truly a marvelous experience--it was great to disconnect from the mad dash that is our everyday life. If you add additional treks send us a line. Thank you for a wonderful trip.

The trip was fantastic. The varied terrain was very interesting and fun. The staff at all of the locations were very friendly. [The cabdriver] was an extremely enjoyable character and full of all sorts of knowledge. The accommodations were perfect and the meals very good. The trail descriptions/directions and maps were perfect. We could not be any happier with our experience. Thank you very much.

Wine Country Trekking did a first class job. Our accommodations were wonderful and each unique. Thank you, thank you, thank you for the detailed Trail Guide. I tend to get geographically dyslexic, so our Trail 'Bible' left no room for misunderstandings of where we were or wrong turns. It can be a little scary to give up control of making arrangements for our trips. Everything went perfectly thanks to Wine Country Trekking's commitment and organization. [We enjoyed] that our trek was diverse. We had city time and time when we were in the mountains where we didn't see but a few people all day. Could you have made it a little less foggy on our trek for Sausalito to Muir Beach? Just kidding, of course! Please pass on how great our experience was. We would definitely use you again or recommend you to others.

...we had a wonderful time and have enjoyed telling all of our friends and family about it. The inns were great, the restaurants were great, the breakfasts and lunches were great, and the transportation was great. The only thing we might have done differently is stay an extra day on [Mount Tamalpais]. We would have liked some more time to do alternate activities like horseback riding, etc.

We want to thank you for organizing such a fabulous trip. From the start you provided us with good information and tried to create a trip that fit us. The planning guide was helpful and the trail guide was complete and informative. What a memorable 50th birthday week for me. We both felt it was one of the best trips we have ever taken. It was wonderful to have everything taken care of for us and we were able to really relax and enjoy ourselves. We felt pampered and spoiled the whole trip thanks to your special touches and the intimate wine tasting that you set up for us. The weather was beautiful the whole week as though that were part of the package deal too 🙂 The [Sonoma lodging] was perfect and so close to the town square. Everything we needed was within walking distance. We also loved the restaurants in town and my husband was glad to be able to try some good beer at the pub as well. Every winery was unique and different which made each visit fun. The hikes were a great way to experience California and enjoy the countryside and provided a little adventure along the way...We can't say enough wonderful things about the trip. You took care of all the details and went out of your way to provide a special vacation.

This was an outstanding vacation experience for us and we have already recommended your company to others based on our holiday. It was excellent in almost every regard. Walking could have been a little more for our personal taste; we have had walking holidays where we walked a lot further each day. On the other hand you had us staying in very nice places and we were able to enjoy lazy mornings and relaxing afternoon/evening time. Our favorite walk was Olema to Inverness. That was probably the hardest walk and it was extremely varied walking. We noticed that you booked us "the best" rooms in the overnight stops, which was appreciated. We liked the [Sausalito hotel] as the best hotel. The one lodging that had drawbacks was [Muir Beach]. You paid attention to details throughout the trip, which is one of the reasons we enjoyed it so much. We look forward to our next holiday with you.

Just a note that we had an absolutely fabulous holiday. All the arrangements worked perfectly and we shall be recommending you to anyone who is interested! Thanks for giving us such a great time.

The trek was fantastic. It was just what we wanted. The trails you selected were beautiful. The inns were very nice and we appreciated having what seemed to be the best room in the place at each location. The restaurants, catering, and transportation were great too. I could list every aspect of the trek and praise them all. Thanks for facilitating a wonderful vacation for us.

The entire trip was great and I have recommended it to others. The only thing that would have improved on my experience is having a traveling companion. It is difficult to say what part of the trip I enjoyed the most, but I think the scenery along the route was the best. Does anyone ever get tired of the views? Also, since I was by myself I had the opportunity to meet and talk with the nicest people. Please recommend to anyone booking a trek with you to bring a journal. My only regret is that I did not record all of my trek. Oh, yes, and all the wineries were great, too. I hope to see you guys again in the future.

We had a wonderful trip! Thanks you for all of the planning and organization that went into the trek. We were completely satisfied and would recommend the trip to our friends...We loved the wide variety of vineyards, hotels, and restaurants you suggested...Some of the many highlights were French Laundry, [the Calistoga lodging], and the hike through the redwoods. We did wish we had more time to enjoy each bed and breakfast. Many thanks.

Thank you so much for such an amazing vacation. The itinerary, maps, accommodations, and plans were perfect. We had an unfortunately rainy run from Sausalito to Muir Beach, but it was all worth it when we arrived at the [Muir Beach lodging] soaking wet with pounds of mud caked onto us and they welcomed us by shuffling us right over to the fireplace. It turned out to be the best 'snapshot moment' of the whole trek. The views were stunning and the trails were great every day. Our favorite route was the third trek beginning in the woods then going through cow pastures, arriving in Point Reyes. Our favorite lodging was in Point Reyes. [The cabdriver] provided more than just secure bag delivery, but regaled us with some historical anecdotes, which we appreciated. We were glad to have added on the trek to Inverness because the trek was challenging and the views from Mt. Vision amazing. This was a great way for us to experience new places and we would love to continue to travel this way.

I have to whole-heartedly AGREE! 🙂 The trip was super and we had the best of times and memories to always look back on this so very fondly...I loved the champagne in the garden!!!:) I realize now that I have just never had GOOD champagne--I do like it after all...Overall, I am HIGHLY recommending your company to all!

This was a totally new experience for me. I was a bit anxious about the trip from the beginning as I am not an experienced hiker. I have not really been on a hike since I was a young girl in the Snowy Range Mountains of Wyoming. However, I absolutely loved our personalized trek from San Francisco and hope to return to do more trekking with you! One would think that you could lose a pound or two with all that walking. But such great meals and no control on my part, I came home well overfed and well over wined! The meals were outstanding. The choices of meats, fresh vegetables and incredibly fresh breads made it difficult not to enjoy lunch on some mountain top. Loved the cab ride down the mountain! What a delight that was.

All in all we had a wonderful time and were so impressed by the detail you have handled to make the experience impeccable! Special thanks for bailing us out the time we didn't pay attention to either the Trail Guide or the map! Crazy! Regarding hotels, the [Glen Ellen lodging] was, for me, the most perfect place I have ever stayed!...The [Muir Beach lodging] probably had the ultimate in friendly, perceptive and flexible staff...we had pretty stellar food everywhere.

We had a great time. It was a wonderfully social trip by nature and so well organized with such high quality accommodations and wineries. The smaller wineries were so special and intimate, not something that would have been easily booked on our own. The last day was our favorite...We ended up buying lots of wine to ship to Canada, so the memories will keep coming. THANKS!!!

This was awesome--we have nothing bad to say about this Trek and have recommended it to several friends and co-workers. We enjoyed all of it. My in-laws, who were with us, would have preferred shorter days and more of them, but they're in their late 60's--it was perfect for us young ones. The rooms were fabulous (especially in Glen Ellen). If we were to do it again we would not do dinner reservations. We should have done a couple of bottles of wine and maybe some light snacks at the inns. Dinners were too much after trekking all day.

We had a fabulous time! From the moment I arrived, everything was perfect...The first hike out of Sausalito was great! I loved that we hiked up past some of the local homes, then under the highway to the top with all the beautiful views and trails. [We] ran the first three days...we took hundreds of picturess...the descent into Muir Beach was wonderful...just when I thought I had seen it all some other spectacular view would present itself...the food was awesome everywhere...Day 2 hiking up through the homes to Muir Beach overlook was again breathtaking...then over along the coast to Muir Woods. The trail directions were superb always...Hiking up out to the [Mount Tamalpais lodging] was so satisfying...I could have sat on that deck forever...sunning, drinking and eating while chatting with other guests looking out at the view. We were all glad the third day was mostly downhill...loved coming out onto the meadow...[we] saw 2 coyotes...it was gorgeous. All of the accommodations were better than I expected. The [Olema lodging] had a beautiful back yard with stunning flower gardens...The last day hike to Inverness was lovely...Thank you so much. I can't speak highly enough about your organization.

We were all going to send you a note about what a great trip it was. I honestly don't think it could have been better. The hotels/inns were great and the service and our treatment was nothing but the best. The hiking was unbelievable, but I had my doubts the first 20 minutes climbing the steps of Sausalito. Wow, that was a good way to start!...One of the best things I enjoyed besides everything was the lack of TV in most of the Inns. It was so nice to be disconnected for a change. Very nice. I am sure my cousins had a nice time, but I must say this was the best vacation I have ever experienced. Thanks to...Wine Country Trekking. I hope to do it again.

We had a wonderful time trekking and tasting in the Napa Valley and would recommend this experience to everyone that wants an active vacation. The wineries that you chose for us were very accommodating to having trekkers, and went above and beyond. The directions were easy to follow and the timing was accurate. We enjoyed the entire trip. All the wineries that we went to and the hiking in between them, what a great way to see the area. Then coming back to a great room each night just topped off the day. All the Inns were beautiful places to rest our heads...Keep up the great work and we look forward to booking the Sonoma Trek sometime in the future.

There was so much we liked I am sure I won't remember it all. All of the lodging was exceptional, I'd go back to any of the inns. We especially like the [Yountville lodging]. The rooms were charming, their breakfast the best. I even got their cookbook and will be trying recipes soon. With respect to the meals, didn't have a bad one the whole trip. The French Laundry was not a disappointment. What an experience....We felt like travelling early or preseason worked greatly to our advantage. The tastings were not crowded. The hosts were relaxed and spent a lot of time with us....During the tasting there was time for stories, talking about food pairings and of course talking about their wines and vineyard. Here you got the feel of a real family business and a sense of their community. Finally, we all felt the customer service provided by your company was outstanding. We know it was more than luck to get some of those reservations. We noted at several of the tastings that your company and by default your customers were recognized. That had positive effects on the experience. It seems you are taking the time to develop relationships and it shows. We would definitely use your company again and recommend it to friends.

The trip was amazing! Honestly we were not prepared for the elevation gains and losses so we hiked more than we ran. Looking back, I'm glad we did as we were able to take in a lot more of the area. All of the inns and restaurants were great. I personally enjoyed the [Mount Tamalpais lodging] the best and my husband really liked the [Muir Beach lodging]. Thank you for a great, great vacation!

Generally we had a wonderful time and found that everything was as we had expected. The guide books and maps were first class. The cab driver was both reliable, very safe and a fount of knowledge...Loved meeting the winemakers--we kept Sonoma green (by leaving some of ours there!) and enjoyed some of the wines very much....overall we had a memorable, happy and delightful trip. We hope we will be able to find a way to travel with you again.

Overall we are very satisfied with our trip. Wine Country Trekking did an outstanding job. I felt I was in good hands and didn't worry about anything. The hotel selections were excellent, each with great staff, rooms and atmosphere. The treks were beautiful. The guides and maps were excellent. Before we started hiking, I thought the text might be too detailed, but I quickly realized that it was perfect; just when I'd look for it, I got a confirmation we were on the right trail, so we stayed on track and enjoyed the scenery without worrying if we missed a turn....At the wineries, we noticed the effect of our guide and the surroundings...[At one winery] they were pressing their 2010 Pinot Noir, so we sat on overturned crates and talked as they finished their work. We enjoyed the wine and the company. This visit provides us with a great story to share with others.

We thought the details of the trip were well thought out and easy to follow. The directions in the booklet were good and even had pictures for those of us who can't read. No detail was overlooked. They even put candles in our dessert at [one restaurant] and wished us a Happy Anniversary! ...We loved the lodgings and the food. But what really stood out is we have never experienced the wine country like this before. We wanted something different and this really was! We walked through vineyards, parks, trails, and farmlands and got a feel for the Sonoma the locals know and love. The views from the overlooks were spectacular. The highlight of our trip had to be the tastings at [two Glen Ellen wineries]. It really felt intimate and that we were being treated to something not everyone who travels to wine country gets to experience.

We had a great time, found all of the accommodations wonderful, and the people were great. We saw a fox, bobcat, rabbits, stag and eagles while running! All of the inns were so different that it is hard to say which one we liked the best. We loved the cabbie, he was full of interesting facts about Marin County.

We had an amazing time from start to finish! We felt incredibly well taken care of by you. All of you were so responsive to our emails and phone calls. Everything was so well organized and it was great for us not to worry about a single detail. THANKS! The inns were all wonderful. The food was fantastic, of course. The route notes were simply amazing! We were right on course at all times. All of the runs were great, loved all of them for their incredible diversity. I think the second day, running through Muir Woods, was our favorite. For us, pure luxury is being able to get our fix of exercise and follow it up with gratuitous amounts of relaxation. Our girls are 5 and 8 years old, our life at home is very fast paced and busy. The way we were taken care of by you at WCT and the way we were cared for by your partners was first rate at every step and we SO appreciate that!! Thanks for all you did to make this anniversary trip so special for us!

We LOVED our trek. Even the 2 wet days were not bad because we were in the woods, although we missed the view from the top of Mt. Vision because of fog. We needed to get away, and I enjoyed not having to think about anything...Having organized a few trips for others, I know what time and effort the logistics of such an enterprise take. Well done!!

Great trip. One of the best we have ever been on. The physical part of it was not too bad, but enough that it made you "earn" your dinner. [We liked] the variety of hotels/inns and hikes. Each one was different than the other.

[We] had a fabulous time. Thank you so much for working with me to keep it a secret and working with [our friends] so they could join us. For all that work we got, "Best present--ever!" Your moniker describes this experience very well. Our trek truly was "luxury on foot". The hikes were lovely. The food was fabulous--even the lunches. The inns were fun and different--and very nice. It was spectacular to come in at the end of the hike and have our bags in the room and the staff expecting us. We both loved this trek because we got to go from the experience of the city to the experience of Muir Woods at a gradual pace. Along the way, we could always look back and see San Francisco in the distance and awe ourselves at how far we had come. Once we began the trek from Sausalito, it seemed that the scenery and landscape changed at every turn. We loved the experience of the coastal plains along the Pacific. And then, the views continued to get better and more inspiring. We spent many long moments just standing on the mountainside and gazing. With each step we got further and further away from the city and into the woods. It was a lovely transformation. The Muir Woods was the favorite trek for both of us. Being from Texas, we don't ever see trees taller than our house. The trail guides and maps were perfect. Even out in the wilderness, we never felt lost or unsure of where to turn. The combination of written directions and pictures were very helpful. Thank you for making his 50th birthday special. It is a trip we will always remember.

The whole Wine Trek experience was incredible and turned out to be one of the best experiences of my life. Each new day had an element of surprise in regards to the trail, scenery, and challenge. Everyone we encountered was extremely kind and accommodating....I can not say enough about how wonderful our journey was. For two 50 year old women we did very well...I would recommend this adventure to anyone needing a challenge in life. Thank you for making it so spectacular for us.

The trek was great. We met [another customer] on the trail and will be friends for life. We agreed that this was very difficult for a run and hiked it. The [Muir Beach lodging] was astonishing! The food was amazing...[The cabdriver] and his cab are a dream. The [Mount Tamalpais lodging] was wonderful and it was hell leaving that gorgeous deck. That is where we met lots of fun people. Your coordination of everything was top rate. I will keep you in mind for future vacations and will mention your excellent company to others. PS I LOVE my water bottle.

Where to begin?! We had an absolutely wonderful time! The trip was beautifully organized, with each day offering a different landscape for our hike and a unique and well chosen hotel for our tired bodies. We loved all the hotels (every single one had a lovely view from our room), all the restaurants, all the hikes! Walking through those great forests was so peaceful and serene, so meditative! We were welcomed warmly in every hotel, with our luggage often waiting for us in our room. The attention to detail that you gave was marvelous. All we had to do was pack up in the morning and set off for our hike, following your directions. We had fun buying our lunches with the gift cards, and the lunch stop suggestions on the map were perfect! We knew that we could look forward to a lovely room waiting for us at the end of the day, and a great table reserved for us for supper. I think that, wherever you had reserved for us, we had the best table in the house! Loved Gary Danko, Sushi Ran, and the Olema Inn Restaurant in particular. Enjoyed the treat of having a meal made for us in Inverness. The old cab was a great touch--so nice and spacious. Thank you! It was magical! The trip of a lifetime!

We honestly CANNOT stop raving about the amazing time we had on the wine trek. It was exactly what we hoped for . Everything was so perfect. From the towns we explored each night, to the awesome wineries we got to visit. The lodging was exactly what one would be craving for at the end of an 8 mile hike. It was perfect. And we cannot thank you enough for the pleasant surprises that awaited us. It was awesome...it is hard to say [what we liked the most], but if we had to choose, we really enjoyed discovering where we were staying every night. Although each winery we visited was AWESOME, and the hiking/walking/running was so much fun, at the end of the day, ending up at our final destination, and exploring the town and enjoying the accommodations was so exciting and cool. Every place was so special in its own way. Each restaurant we went to we absolutely adored and loved. Each aspect of every day and night was unique in its own way and it was an awesome experience...We've been recommending it to anyone who likes being outdoors and active, and doesn't mind getting a little dirt on their hands. We really enjoyed the family owned wineries. Looooved the fact that we may be visiting wineries that folks who would be driving through Napa may not get to visit. Every winery we visited also felt very personal. We also really appreciated the fact that we were the only "trekkers" at every tour we went on. For our first time visiting Napa, this was the way to do it. Thank you again for an amazing trip and all the assistance you provided in helping us coordinate and book this trip. This is something we will definitely be doing again.

We thoroughly enjoyed our vacation with Wine Country Trekking! We enjoyed each of the places we stayed, the food we ate was excellent. Our cab driver was entertaining and informative, and the wineries were each special in their own right and made us feel that we were getting special service (which we were!) I always mean to get in shape before we take adventures like this one, but seems I never do...makes the hiking a little more strenuous, but also, it was not such great distances that it couldn't be done each day. The [Muir Beach lodging] was a favorite because of the English flavor that we didn't expect--a great surprise that we thoroughly enjoyed. I can't decide if I wanted the trip to last longer, or if I would really like a day in the middle where there is NOTHING on the itinerary...not that we didn't enjoy every minute that we were active. The hardest hiking day was really probably the last--only 6 miles BUT it started with wine and it happened to be hot that day...I will definitely recommend this trip to others. Everything was taken care of and it was all beautiful. Thanks for putting it together!

We loved the trip so are happy to comment! Overall the experience was stunning. We were challenged by the hiking and were amazed by the sights along the way. We feel strongly that we would never have the appreciation for this part of our country by any other method of travel. The hike through the Redwoods was the most amazing from our perspective. We liked coming into the park from the position we did as we started to see the large trees as we moved further and further along the trail. Any trail that was along a beach was just a joy to us as we so dearly love it. Crossing the Golden Gate was really a treat--it was a beautiful and clear day so we saw it all! We loved coming into the community and finding our hotel...after a long day of hiking is was so nice to see the great accommodations. Each location had its own unique character and there wasn't one that we enjoyed more than the other. We wouldn't change a thing--it really was well organized, fun, challenging, exciting. Everything we signed up for!

Thank you so much for facilitating such a wonderful trip! We had an absolute blast, and loved all your little touches and customer attention. We got engaged in Sausalito and I'm so glad we have so many lifelong memories to go along with that event! And thanks for guiding us to Sausalito even with unexpected trail closures. I've never had so much fun sliding under fences before 🙂 Overall it was FABULOUS! Loved all the trails, hotels, restaurants. We had such an unforgettable time. We loved the small winery appointments we had--getting to meet the owners and have a drink with them...I don't think we had a bad meal the entire week we were there, either...I loved all the different styles of hotels and the rooms we had were always fabulous, great views, great locations, great food, and great atmospheres...Thanks for the great trail directions complete with pictures and helpful hints!...Every time one of those lovely bound books arrived in the mail, I just got so excited about the trip. After a stressful day of work, I flipped through them in anticipation of the trip--so fun!

We had such a fantastic trip. We loved your attention to detail with the water bottles, bags, wine corks, beautiful wine tastings. Every day we had at least one memorable experience. We live close to wine country in Canada and my husband and I have been to Napa before but the intimate experiences you arranged for us were very special...The only thing I would suggest is a four day package with a day break between the second and third days for ladies to spa and sit by the pool...Thanks so much everyone, you made our birthdays very special.

We had such a fantastic trip--we are still talking about how much fun we had. It was first class all the way. You were very thorough and professional. It's hard to pinpoint what I enjoyed the most but my most memorable wine tour was [a private winery], it was so special to sit with the owner on that beautiful morning. Another memorable time was sitting by the pool at the [Glen Ellen lodging]...What a beautiful spot. I would highly suggest people spend an extra day like we did...It was such a nice way to end the trip...We lucked out with the Sonoma Town annual party [in the square] and had a blast that night...I really want to thank you so much for all the little extras you did for us, it really made our trip special.

It was so wonderful! I will just comment by day---San Francisco: Loved the hotel, the dinner was the best we have ever had. Sausalito: Run was very easy and so relaxing. The Trail Guide was wonderful and the GPS worked great too. We loved the hotel and really enjoyed shopping for art. We got a special treat--we dined next to Carlos Santana at dinner!!! So fun!!! We loved this area so much that we want to plan a return trip there soon. The spa was not the nicest I have been to, but the service was great! Muir Beach: The run was by far the hardest--so steep in some parts we weren't able to run. In fact, we left at 7 a.m. and got there at 10:30 a.m...They were not the friendliest, but the inn was so beautiful, the food was so good, and the beach was really relaxing. Mount Tam: Great run! We loved the [lodging] so much too! The hostess really made us feel welcome and special there. We felt hospitality to the extreme there. They were so accommodating and the food was fabulous too. That view I will never forget! Point Reyes Seashore: The run was wonderfully beautiful. Such different terrain! We were a little disappointed that a beach was so far away. I think we had in our mind that this was on a beach. The people at the lodge were very friendly...would love to go back just to hike all the trails around there. We loved the cab driver--he was so knowledgeable of the area. You could really sell him as a tour guide!!! Overall we really feel like this is the best vacation we have ever had! We will be back to Marin County for sure--maybe next time for the 10 day trek! Thanks again for such an amazing vacation.

It was a fantastic trip. We loved every part of it--the scenery, the lodging and the food were all great. Logistically, everything worked perfectly and we found the Trail Guide accurate and easy to use...We definitely will be back for another trek at some point and will recommend WCT to our friends.

Beautiful trails, wonderful inns, great food! Would not change a thing and will recommend to everyone I know! Thanks you! So glad we added Inverness!

It was a great experience, I highly recommend it, and would do it again! I found the visits to small wineries, which included a sit down with the owner or manager to be most enjoyable. We had an opportunity to really enjoy the wine and the scenery, tour the facilities, and learn about the history of the winery and the area and the folks involved in producing such wonderful wines...The accommodations were outstanding and everyone was very friendly.

We had a great time on the wine trekking trip! The hiking was great, the wineries fantastic, and the lodging superb--what more could we ask for?? Thanks so much for everything--it was a very well planned trip--we have such fun memories! Again, thanks!

We enjoyed the trip so much! The interactions with you were great, the e-mails timely and professional. Everything you said you would do was done. The booklets were professional and pertinent. We especially appreciated the detailed daily instructions and the maps are so great to showing people just what we did. It is hard to say [what we enjoyed the most]. Probably the days were entirely on our schedule and we saw so few people on the trail, except for the Muir Woods entrance and the [Mt. Tamalpais] road. Otherwise only 3 or 4 people. We like being in beautiful country and being alone. The Inns were wonderful, the luggage waiting when we arrived, the service at the Inns was great. People seemed to take extra care when we mentioned we were with Wine Country Trekking. The ale at the [Muir Beach lodging] was floral and herby and delicious, sitting out on the steps amongst the flowers and trees after a long, warm day...My husband says 'She bought herself a birthday present and I got to go along.' What a great way to spend my 65th! Oh, yes--on the last day, his memorable comment in the pastureland: 'I can smell the cream, not the cows.' Then we got to have some Cowgirl Creamery cheese. Just perfect.

Fabulous trip. I think we have generated several new customers for you based on our glowing accolades. Enjoyed everything. All the places we stayed were terrific, especially the [Muir Beach and Inverness lodging]. The meal in Olema was outstanding. The trails were terrific, even with the rain which made running somewhat hazardous. Your maps and route descriptions were outstanding. We were off trail for a brief time when we missed the first turn in Muir Woods because we were mesmerized by the trees. The cab driver is definitely a keeper. The massages were also outstanding. Magical trip. Hiking into Olema we saw 2 people, into Inverness, none...Thanks for a great trip.

Overall the trip was great. the hiking was milder than I expected and the wine better than I could have hoped. The great weather completed the perfect week. The lodgings that were part of the trek were excellent, lovely places really, especially if you were a romantic couple. If you expect more "girlfriend groups", then different arrangements would be better--not many ladies have known each other as long as we have. Of course the [Glen Ellen lodging] was sublime beyond my wildest dreams. For me there was too much food and too much emphasis on food. The lunches were so large I was not interested in dinner.

Happy to report that we were extremely pleased with the Napa Trek. We both commented that this was one of the best vacations ever. The trek instructions/maps were excellent and generally easy to follow (even for those directionally challenged). The accommodations were absolutely top notch--not a single complaint. The winery tours were great and the tour guides were friendly and extremely helpful. We would highly recommend a trek vacation to all desiring an adventurous getaway. Thanks again for a wonderful trip!

We would like to thank you again for such a great vacation. Overall we absolutely loved our trek experience. The weather was perfect, too. It was a good mix of hiking on trails and trekking through the rural side roads (especially helpful after an hour or two in the winery :)) The mix of wineries was really great--some big ones and the small ones. We really loved all the wineries and [each had a different favorite]. [A small winery] was our best overall experience. The gardens and weather were beautiful and the host was very entertaining and knowledgeable. When he came out with those full glasses of champagne for everyone to enjoy and all of us looking at the view in the sunshine--life is good! Loved the [Glen Ellen lodging] too!!! The [Sonoma lodging] was great. We are trying to get the word out to our active friends who we think would enjoy this experience.

This wine trek was the highlight of our three week honeymoon. Tahiti was a great experience but my husband and I agree that the Sonoma wine trek was our favorite. We thoroughly enjoyed trekking together through beautiful vineyards, estates and parks to get to wonderful wineries. Each winery offered us a completely different experience, which we loved...The tour book was so precise that we did not have to worry about getting lost. The [Glen Ellen and Sonoma lodging] were perfect after a long day of hiking. The innkeeper was very hospitable and made us feel very comfortable. The [Glen Ellen lodging] was amazing--we wanted to stay another day! We appreciated that you took care of the details for us--making dinner recommendations and reservations, reserving a cab, and making massage reservations. Everything was taken care of and it worked out perfectly.

We thoroughly enjoyed our trek. Not having a lot of hiking experience we found it was a little more challenging than expected, especially the first day. But that was OK. It just heightened our sense of accomplishment after completing all 5 days. We would and have highly recommended Wine Country Trekking to everybody inquiring about our experience. The only thing we do emphasize is to get, especially your legs, in reasonable shape. Each day, from Sausalito to Glen Ellen was different and brought its own particular enjoyment. Every accommodation was unique in its own right and we enjoyed them all. The eating arrangements were all great...On the subject of wineries: The tours, the tastings, the settings were all outstanding. Couldn't have been better choices.

The trail guide books were Really Valuable!!! I am so glad that I didn't try this without them. [My friend and I did get lost on the last day...so we got a 4 mile bonus thrown in. I have to admit our wives never got lost and came in under the minimum time every day including lunch stops. The [Sausalito lodging] was a nice spot, and the [Muir Beach lodging] was totally awesome. The other two hotels were poor compared to the first two...As for the route in general, the variety of views was really great, and some of the specific sections were just stunningly beautiful. The fire roads were in fine shape, but a lot of the trails were not maintained as well as I expected compared to the trails we have near Portland...Everything you guys did was fantastic. I really appreciated your help and your service levels.

My husband and I enjoyed our trek. We loved the variety of winery visits. The step by step instructions were useful and ensured we did not make a wrong turn, although as Canadians, we would have appreciated the segments in kilometers to gauge the time it would take us to walk each segment. The wineries: The outdoor tables at [a public winery] were a lovely place to relax and eat our picnic lunch. We learned a lot about wine and cheese pairings at [a public winery]. We were prepared a delicious and plentiful romantic lunch at [a public winery]. People passing by gave us looks of envy and asked if we were on our honeymoon. The visit to [a public winery] provided nothing special...The garden tour at [a private winery] was a different and pleasant way to enjoy some really nice wines. The trek: The walk [in Glen Ellen] through the vineyards was the best walk segment of the trek. We felt like we were walking where no others were allowed. The walk through the old cemetery seemed ghoulish at first but was a delight. We were expecting more walks through vineyards, however we were pleasantly surprised that the roads taken were usually quiet and picturesque. The inns: We enjoyed our stay [in Sonoma]. The fire fountain 'patio' was a great place to relax after dinner and star gaze with a glass of wine. We appreciated breakfast in the room--it's more relaxing eating breakfast in cozy bathrobes at our leisure. The [Glen Ellen lodging]--what can we say? the room was jaw-dropping beautiful!

The trek was magnificently astonishing and relaxing at intervals. The work/rest ration was perfect. Without a doubt, I most enjoyed the Mount Tamalpais/Muir Woods day. And I appreciate the special care you took to insure my comfort and lunch food, and the kindness and flexibility you showed...I do very much expect to see you all again!

We had an AWESOME time!! This is the first time my husband & I got away for more than 1 night in 10 years! We missed our 5 kids, but it was worth it! We enjoyed the most running through Muir Woods and the [inn on Mount Tamalpais]. Thanks so much!

One of the best trips I have ever been on. The whole thing was a surprise...not knowing what the trail will be like, or the views, or the restaurants, or hotels...and constantly, pleasantly surprised.

Overall I enjoyed the Trek very much, everything done first class, well worth the money. As you may know, this was our fifth trek, to all parts of the world, and was by far the best organized and most luxurious. The lodging was all great! I thought the best part was the day in Muir Woods, although the start of some of the walks was awfully tough for me...You get what you pay for; hard work for a great Trek. The guide book was the best we've seen. Really good! ...The stop at [a private winery] was fantastic, an almost magical place. Thanks for getting us access to it. A great Trek, I've already recommended it to several friends. Thanks for everything.

...We thoroughly enjoyed the trek!! The properties were lovely and comfortable with the exception of the [small inn]...Everything else exceeded our expectations. The treks were challenging for us 63 year olds, and we opted to forego day 5. We met a lovely couple and had a lovely day. The wineries and planned tours were exceptional. Our experiences at them were wonderful. I would highly recommend this trip to others who are up to a good hike during the day with incredible views and sensory excitement and the luxury of outstanding accommodations.

The trip was fantastic. Your attention to detail was most appreciated...Three wine tours in one day was a bit much for us and we felt badly having to turn down three of the six wine tastings at the final one...The hotel accommodations were first class. We particularly enjoyed our catered meal. Sea kayaking was great! Thank you for all the post trip suggestions. Fantastic!

One of the best trips we have ever taken. We had a great and relaxing trip...everything went extremely smoothly and we were happy to not have to think about anything other than what time we wanted to start hiking that day. The guidebook was fantastic and really made it easy for us as first time hikers. We were pleased with the restaurant recommendations, particularly in San Francisco and Sausalito. We also really appreciated the recommended picnicking stops. Although we thought we would like the wine tasting the best, and it was fantastic, we ended up loving the time alone in nature and the incredible scenery. We have recommended this trip to a number of friends and might even be back again to try some of the other trails in Marin.

Thank you so much for such an amazing vacation. We can't stop talking about what good time we had! We couldn't have asked for more--we saw more, experienced more, and had more fun than any conventional vacation I have ever been on. The trip was expertly orchestrated and attention to detail was much appreciated. We loved the [small inn], the [wine country inn], and [the winemaker]. The lunches were fantastic and always much appreciated. Thank you for an unforgettable vacation. Everyone should get to have an experience like this at least once in their life time.

We had a great time! We couldn't have imagined anything better. We enjoyed everywhere that we stayed. We enjoyed the walks and hikes. The food was excellent, and the wine was even better!! We didn't want it to end. We really enjoyed the variety in the wineries. We got to taste at large commercial places as well as the smaller ones. We liked the personal tours at the smaller places as we got to ask all the questions on our minds and they were more than happy to answer them. The car service was always waiting for us and the drivers were very nice. The inns were all extremely nice...both accommodations and staff. The restaurants were all really nice and the food was excellent. We had such a good time and we thank you guys for making our honeymoon truly special!!!!

We had a great time in California last week on our trek! Sausalito was adorable and the [Sausalito hotel] was a fabulous way to start out the vacation. Our only regret was that we should have spent more time there...The hiking was well-marked in our guide book so we really didn't run into any problems during our hikes. Luckily we're fairly active people as some of the hills on the first day were pretty steep. Views, scenery and lunches were all good! We were pleased with all of the inns that we stayed at and the actual hikes. Mary was really wonderful to work with us! We called wanting to make some rather last minute changes...and she was able to make some fantastic appointments for us. Overall, we had a memorable vacation and are telling our friends and family how much fun we had. Thanks again!

We had a wonderful time! I have traveled extensively in US, Africa, South America and would consider this one of my best vacations. The routes were obviously very well thought out with enough off the beaten path but yet never felt unsafe, lost, etc. I would love to do another trek sometime. The mileage was on the low side, but with the terrain being so hilly it was perfect. All the accommodations were wonderful, comfortable, good food and great service...I have been telling all my running friends about this great service.

We really enjoyed our trek ...and want to thank you for paying such close attention to detail--maps to and from San Francisco and Sausalito, vouchers for meals, reservations at restaurants, tastings, etc. Because we didn't have to worry about these details, we felt very relaxed... ...Our favorite winery by far was [a private winery]. Marla was wonderful! She taught us so much about the winemaking process. It's had a huge effect on how I see farming in general. ...We loved the variety of places we stayed--whether with country charm, soothing with neutral peacefulness, or contemporary. Something to please everyone. All in all, it was a great trip!

A very nice vacation overall, one of the best that we have had. We really enjoyed having things set up for us and we did not feel pressured to visit all the wineries. We enjoyed the variety the most, both in the wineries that were selected for us to visit and in the places we stayed...Thank you again for arranging a very memorable and enjoyable vacation. And thank you for getting us reservations for The French Laundry!!

We had a really great trip--enjoyed it thoroughly. We thought everything was well planned and executed. [We enjoyed the most] the combination of the hiking and the gorgeous/interesting hotels/inns. We enjoyed every single hotel a lot--such variety, but all great. All the hiking was great--maps and directions were great.

Overall we had a great time, thought that it was well organized and a great trip. Everyone we met was very nice. What did we enjoy the most? Hard to say, so much was good. The treks through the more natural areas were nice. Liked the private wine tastings better than the non-private. We felt the wine tasting at [a public winery] was a little rushed and impersonal. The lunches were all nice and it was delightful to have a picnic lunch on a relaxing hillside. It was a good combination of walking and wine tasting for the most part. The restaurants were all great. No complaints there. Minor thing--The trip seemed set up for couples, i.e. there was only one bed in the rooms. Not so terrible when I was traveling with my sister, but it would be nice to have the option of two beds.

Highlights (not necessarily in order): - [A private winery] was a knock out--beautiful spot, interesting host, great wines - Hikes were great--would like signs or info about plants and ecosystems - Sonoma's square within walking distance a huge plus--very appealing and low key - Visit with Diane was both informative and completely enjoyable. We loved her comment that she tends to enjoy wines made by people she likes - Picnic lunches delicious - Liked the [private winery]--lovely host, very relaxed, lovely picnic spot Obviously we had a grand time--hope you find these comments useful 🙂

...when I say how fabulous the trip was. We had a wibble at the start with the [San Francisco lodging] who didn't seem to know how the trek worked, but after that it was a truly wonderful experience. A very well thought out and arranged holiday and one we will remember for a very long time! Memorable points were - Gary Danko...truly exceptional and up in the top 3 meals of all time for [my husband] and I ... - the silence and peace of not seeing another person or car or anything for miles each day - [Sausalito lodging]...our room was beautiful and the gentleman at reception was very jolly and friendly - the bubbly taximan who was a fountain of knowledge and had Phoebe's car from Friends!- [Inverness lodging]....can I live there please? - arriving at the [Glen Ellen lodging] and going for foot scrubs/massages....very needed!- the totally amazing room at the [Glen Ellen lodging] and bottle of bubbly on arrival ...thank you. Thank you for helping to make our honeymoon visit to the US the trip of a lifetime.

We loved the trip and enjoyed the hiking, I think we got to see a lot of things that we would not have had we not hiked it. Not having to transport our bags and finding them in our rooms after checking in was great. The [Mount Tamalpais and Glen Ellen lodging] were great, food was really good at both. We also appreciated the effort you made to correct our bed situation and loved the champagne at the pool. I would have liked to have done the last day of hiking winery to winery, but we were too sore and the hotel was too nice to contemplate doing anything else but sit at the pool! I enjoyed all the hiking, but I think 2 days of 9 plus miles a day was a bit much for us. ...Thanks again for everything.

We had a FANTASTIC time; it was a truly memorable and wonderful experience– no doubt about it! The accommodations were luxurious, the restaurants were lovely, and the views afforded by the trekking were stunning. While all three days had their highlights, our favourite day was the third, when we got to visit the smaller family vineyards and wineries...Especially wonderful was being joined by [the owners] to taste their lovely wine in their beautiful garden. I can’t think of anything that you can do differently. I think that ideally, the weather would have been a bit cooler, but obviously, there’s nothing you could have done about that! We have been telling many people that THIS is the way to see Sonoma, so you may get an increase in your customers from Edmonton. THANK YOU all for everything that did to make our first anniversary trip so wonderful.

My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed the trek. It was just enough hiking not to be completely exhausted, but feel invigorated each day. While we enjoyed the hiking, we loved visiting [a private winery]. The garden tour was fantastic and meeting [the owner] was a delight. We also enjoyed the tasting at [the winemaker's] house, he is a very colorful character. We loved the [Glen Ellen lodging]. We liked the private tour at [a public winery]...very interesting and informative. Also the private tasting at [a public winery] was wonderful. As you can see there wasn't much we didn't like. At [a public winery] they weren't sure who we were and what to do with us, but at every other place we were welcomed with open arms. We were slow hikers and probably should have started out earlier in the morning as we were a bit rushed by the end of the day. This was especially true on the last day, which was the one day we should have arrived at our lodging with enough time to enjoy the surroundings. Thanks for a great adventure. We would love to do it again.