San Francisco's Chinatown and North Beach awaken you to new flavors and new cultures. We'll start by exploring Chinatown by twilight, including tasting Dim Sum from one of the oldest bakeries in Chinatown. Of course, we've got to have pizza and wine in North Beach.

In San Francisco, there are two Chinatowns, one that you see from a van or bus, and the one that can only be experienced on foot in the back alleys, food markets, and local restaurants. Join our sojourn into Chinatown and you too will be amazed. The authentic cuisine will enliven your senses.

On these North Beach / Little Italy San Francisco tours you discover quaint shops with incredible food and crafts. As you taste everything from cappuccinos, chocolates, breads, pastries, olive oils, specialty meats, and more, your senses and your taste buds will come alive.

This piedmont country California is located between the ocean and Sierra Nevada mountain range to the west. Sonoma is blessed with exactly the right combination of sun, soil, seasonal moisture and geography for producing wine grapes of exceptional quality.

The Russian River region in Sonoma, California has been designated a cool growing region because the coastal fog creeps up the river and its tributaries. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay made here are exceptional in their own right. Not to be overlooked are the sparkling wines that are produced here.

Cycling the beautiful wineries of Sonoma County provides the perfect excuse for tasting California's fine varietals and exploring the states interior region.