Start your day with a visit to Domaine Carneros. Enjoy a glass of sparkling wine while overlooking the beautiful vineyards. Then head to Clos Du Val Winery for a tour and tasting experience. For lunch, visit Gott's Roadside for their famous burgers and milkshakes. End your day with a visit to Frog's Leap Winery offering sustainable and organic wine production, and enjoy a scenic walk through their gardens.
Rise early for a sunrise hot air balloon ride from Napa Valley Balloons. Take in the views of the wine country and distant mountains before landing for a champagne breakfast. Next, head to Oxbow Public Market and indulge in local cuisine from The Model Bakery and Picaso. Then stop by Bouchon Bakery for some sweet treats. End your trip by exploring the vibrant art scene at the Hess Collection Winery and Art Museum.
It is recommended to rent a car to explore Napa Valley, but if you prefer not to drive or drink wine, consider hiring a chauffeured car or bus tour. Uber and Lyft are also available in the area. Estimated costs: car rental $50-100/day, chauffeured car $75-150/hour, bus tour $80-120/person, Uber/Lyft $10-20/ride.
If you have more time, visit Sterling Vineyards for a gondola ride, views, and wine tastings or explore the charming town of Yountville. If you have less time, prioritize wine tastings at your favorite wineries and visit Oxbow Public Market for a quick snack or meal.
The nearest airport to Napa Valley is San Francisco International Airport (SFO) which is about 70 miles away. Other airports that offer connections to Napa include Sacramento International Airport (SMF), Oakland International Airport (OAK), and Napa County Airport (APC), which mainly services private planes.