Sonoma Winery Lunch & Armstrong Redwoods Day with Best Bay Area Tours
Difficulty
easy
Duration
8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels with light walking involved
Overview
Walk under towering 300-foot redwoods and savor a five-course, wine-paired lunch at Kendall-Jackson. Best Bay Area Tours offers a rich, immersive experience blending nature and culinary excellence just outside San Francisco.
Sonoma 5-Course Winery Lunch and Giant Redwoods Day Trip
All ages! • 8 Hours • Available Weekdays.
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About This Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the majestic Armstrong Redwoods, where you'll walk among ancient trees towering 300 feet high. Savor a five-course, wine-paired lunch at Kendall-Jackson, crafted by award-winning chefs using fresh garden ingredients. This unique experience blends nature's beauty with culinary excellence, creating lasting memories.
7:30 – 8:15 Pick up from your San Francisco hotel 8:30 Drive across the Golden Gate Bridge to Armstrong Redwoods Natural State Reserve 10:00 Arrive for a coffee break and Armstrong Redwoods 11:30 Lunch at Kendall Jackson Wine estate and Gardens by their award winning chefs. The five-course wine-paired meal features ingredients from the estate's culinary garden 2:30 Start return to San Francisco with a wonderful stop in the Marin headlands for photos of the Golden Gate Bridge 4:30 Arrive in San Francisco and your hotel
Includes a stroll through a forest of some of the tallest trees on the palnet followed by a four-course lunch paired with some of Kendall Jackson’s finest wines
Duration
8 Hours
About
The day begins at the magnificent Armstrong Woods with a walk among trees that soar 300 feet in the sky. This is an unparalleled chance to experience trees that have been around for 1500 years.
We then move on to Kendall-Jackson winery and culinary garden where the farm-to-table culinary movement is in full bloom. We will stroll through the gardens that are the source of vegetables and herbs for California’s most prestigious restaurants.
Once we’ve seen the incredible offering of the culinary garden, Kendall Jackson’s award winning chefs will prepare a five-course lunch paired with some of Kendall Jackson’s finest wines. The seasonal menu is designed with the freshest ingredients from the garden along with locally sourced meats and fruits.
Adventure Tips
Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes
The Armstrong Redwoods trail is mostly flat but natural and occasionally uneven—sturdy shoes will keep you steady.
Bring a Light Jacket
The redwood forest maintains cooler, damp conditions even on sunny days, so layering helps stay comfortable.
Carry a Camera
From towering trees to the stunning Golden Gate views, there are multiple photo opportunities along this tour.
Communicate Dietary Preferences
Notify Best Bay Area Tours ahead of time if you have allergies or special dietary needs to accommodate the wine-paired lunch.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Banana slugs, a signature inhabitant of redwood forests
- Varied songbirds including the Pacific wren and hermit thrush
History
Armstrong Redwoods Reserve was established in 1934 to protect an ancient and rare old-growth forest, preserving ancient coast redwoods within Sonoma County.
Conservation
The reserve promotes sustainable tourism by limiting foot traffic on sensitive trails and educating visitors on redwood ecology.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy Walking Shoes
Ensure comfortable footing while walking natural trails in the Armstrong Redwoods.
Layered Clothing
Adapt to the varying temperatures between the forest shade and open winery grounds.
Camera or Smartphone
Capture the immense redwoods and panoramic Golden Gate Bridge views.
Reusable Water Bottle
Stay hydrated throughout the day without relying on disposable plastics.