Day 2

A.M. Picnic in Jenner (pictured)

Kick off Day 2 exploring the coastal village of Jenner, home of the River Estuary, where visitors will find Pacific harbor seals, brown pelicans, ospreys and great blue herons. The area’s Goat Rock State Beach is a picture-perfect picnic spot.

Get Charmed at Guerneville

Endless charm and quirkiness await visitors of Guerneville. Take in a 50-minute tour of the historic Korbel Champagne Cellars (ending with a free tasting, of course) or stroll the area’s retro Main Street bursting with old-fashioned shops, galleries and eateries.

Be One with Nature at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve

The reserve, where visitors will find stately Sequoia sempervirens (coast redwoods) includes a visitor center, a large outdoor amphitheater, self-guided nature trails and a variety of picnic facilities for enjoying the breathtaking natural beauties.

Sip and Savor in Healdsburg

Nestled along the Russian River, Healdsburg offers small-town charm, award-winning vintages and a must-visit town plaza. It sits at the juncture of the Russian River Valley, Dry Creek Valley and Alexander Valley wine appellations, so wine-tasting is a must as is taking part in the monthly Healdsburg Artwalk that highlights more than 20 downtown galleries from May to December.

Tour and Tasting at Francis Ford Coppola Winery

One of the most recognized names in winemaking, the Geyserville-area winery offers a complimentary wine tasting available daily in the Main Floor Tasting Bar—making it the ultimate way to wine down after a long day.

Check-in: Geyserville Inn

The perfect final snapshot of Sonoma Valley, this beautiful 41-room inn is surrounded by vineyards on three sides and offers views of the Mayacama Mountains as a backdrop.