
While Napa Valley continues to draw oenophiles from around the world, the area has also become a mecca for passionate foodies and design scouts. Some of the country’s most innovative cooking and cultivating can be found in Napa and nearby Sonoma. Add gorgeous hotels, award-winning restaurants, charming towns and stunning scenery to the mix and you can see why a few days in the California wine country can be like a little slice of heaven.
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Perfect forRomantics | Foodies | Families
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When to goJune-August | September-November
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Ideal length of stay3-5 Nights
Designing Your Journey
Work with Indagare to design the perfect itinerary for an immersive journey. Our travel experts know the destination inside and out, and they can make recommendations based on your travel needs and preferences.
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3 Days: Essential Napa Valley
En route to your hotel, stop at Gott’s Roadside for an organic, locally sourced burger or at Hog Island within the Oxbow Market in Napa for your oyster and seafood fix. After settling in, venture out by bicycle to a local winery for your first tasting and end the evening with dinner at one of the region’s top tables.
Day 1: Exploring
En route to your hotel, stop at Gott’s Roadside for an organic, locally sourced burger or at Hog Island within the Oxbow Market in Napa for your oyster and seafood fix. After settling in, venture out by bicycle to a local winery for your first tasting and end the evening with dinner at one of the region’s top tables.
Day 2: Wineries
Rise early for a hot air balloon ride over the valley at sunrise and soak in the views of the rolling vineyards. Then, savor the best of Napa’s wineries with Indagare-arranged private vineyard tours and tastings at the properties best suited to your interests.
Day 3: Cooking Class & St. Helena
Enjoy a personalized cooking class and tasting, featuring take-home recipes using locally sourced produce. After earning your culinary certificate, shop around downtown St. Helena or unwind with a relaxing treatment at a nearby spa. Top off your trip with al fresco dinner and drinks at a venue that boasts breathtaking vineyard views.
Where To Stay
We only feature hotels that we can vouch for first-hand. At many of them, Indagare members receive special perks, including upgrades, early check-in, spa credits, and more. Look for the Indagare Plus logo in the reviews.
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Auberge du Soleil
Epitomizing laid-back luxury, Auberge du Soleil offers the ultimate experience in wine country relaxation.
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Meadowood
This sprawling estate in the Napa Hills was severely damaged in fires in 2020. What is open now can be thought of as Mini Meadowood, which feels even more intimate than the original and beloved property.
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Solage Calistoga
One of the hippest and most eco-minded of the Napa resorts is also among the most luxurious and welcoming to young couples.
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Carneros Resort and Spa
The swanky wine country resort, a stone’s throw from San Francisco, is modern, expansive and boasts three on-site restaurants.