Day 1:  Sausalito

Start your vacation in the historic village of Sausalito.  Your luxury boutique hotel is on the waterfront, where you can enjoy the artists’ studios, cafes, shops, and restaurants of this charming town.  Dinner choices this evening include a Michelin recognized Wine Spectator restaurant or any number of delicious dining options.

Hiking today:  No planned hikes.  Your personal Trail Guide will suggest local walks and sights to see.

Day 2:  Sausalito to Muir Beach

Ascend up the hidden stairways of Sausalito admiring the California inspired architecture of the homes as you climb.  Hike through the Marin Headlands (known for an abundance of wildflowers in the spring) in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area to the village of Muir Beach.  Enjoy spectacular views of the rugged Pacific Ocean, Angel and Alcatraz Islands and the San Francisco skyline.  Take time to relax on the sandy beach when you arrive.  Tonight’s lodging is a classic English Tudor Inn with a salon “snug” for guests and a pub reminiscent of Stratford-on-Avon where you can enjoy classic pub fare along with excellent local wines and beers.

Hiking today: 9 miles (14 km) with 2300 feet (700 m) elevation gain and loss.

Day 3:  Muir Beach to Mill Valley

Start your day with a climb out of the village of Muir Beach taking in the dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean as you hike onto Mount Tamalpais.  Descend into Muir Woods National Monument enjoying the ancient and magical redwood forest with it’s famous “Cathedral Grove” where you will walk among the giant old-growth redwoods.  Then hike part of the Dipsea Trail, where the famed Dipsea Race is run. Finish in the charming town of Mill Valley, and enjoy dinner at one of the excellent Mill Valley restaurants all within walking distance of your lovely inn.

Hiking today: 10 miles (16 km) with 2000 feet (610 m) of elevation gain and 1900 feet (580 m) of elevation loss.

Day 4:  Mill Valley to Glen Ellen

Move from the mountains to the land of vineyards today. A transport will pick you up and take you to the the village of Glen Ellen, where you will hike in Jack London State Historic Park and see the “Grandmother Tree”, an 1,800+ year old redwood tree. You can also visit the author’s home, as well as the museum established by his wife. After a hike through the park, finish your day with a special tour and tasting at a vineyard estate and winery. Tonight’s lodging has a world class reputation as one of the best luxury inns in the U.S.  You’ll relax by the pool, enjoy a spa treatment if you wish, and walk to one of several wine country restaurants.

Hiking today:  8 miles (13 km) with 900 feet (270 m) elevation gain and loss.

Day 5:  Glen Ellen Winery Walk

The final day of your trip is an immersion into the wonderful world of Sonoma Valley wines.  Enjoy a morning walk from your inn to the first winery estate for a reserve tasting.  As the day progresses, you will enjoy delicious reserve wine tastings walking between wineries.  A short walk back to your inn lets you relax before another lovely wine country restaurant dinner.

Hiking today: 8 miles (13 km) walking between wineries with 500 feet (150 m) elevation gain and loss.

Day 6:  Trek Conclusion

Your Wine Country Trek comes to an end.