Recreational Tours
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Ballooning Above the Vineyards:
Saturday, August 3 AND Sunday, August 4
5:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Depart Silverado at sunrise and enjoy an event of a lifetime. Meet at Silverado’s Mansion at 5:30 a.m. to be transported to your launch site. (Note: If you are staying at the Marriott, please meet in the Marriott’s lobby at 5:45 a.m.). You will sail with a qualified pilotand experience the beautiful rolling landscape of Napa Valley with a true bird’s-eye view. During your hot air adventure, you will
 experience the beautiful scenery in stunning clarity. After your serene and spectacular one-hour flight, a champagne brunch will be served at the Marriott Napa Valley. Return to Silverado is expected at 10:30 a.m. (approx.). If weather in Napa is not conducive to flying, the group will be transported to a neighboring county to take advantage of their lack of fog. Recommended attire includes layers of clothing, comfortable walking shoes and sunglasses. Prices are $190 for adults and $165 for children ages 12 and under. Children must be at least 40 inches to participate. Tour cost includes transportation, balloon ride, and champagne brunch. Make reservations directly with Balloons Above the Valley by calling 800-464-6824 or via www.balloonrides.com. To receive ASA’s discounted rates, you must identify yourself as being with American Sugar Alliance. To view a video of this activity, visit ballooning video.Wine Country Tour & Tasting:
Saturday, August 3 AND Sunday, August 4
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Getaway Adventures is offering exclusive wine country tours to help you experience several of the Valley's unique wineries. Experience a range of wineries including small family wineries to large scale operations and let someone else do the driving. The tours have been arranged to highlight similar varietals. Tours available are:
 Along the Cabernet Trail; Along the Pinot Noir Trail: Big Reds and Bordeaux Style Blends; and Bubbles and History in the heart of the Valley. Tours includes tour guide, round trip transportation, tour and tasting at three of the Valley's best wineries, and a boxed lunch. Recommended attire includes layers of clothing, comfortable walking shoes and sunglasses. Price is $179 per person. You must be at least 21 years of age to participate. To register, visit www.gatawayadventures.com/asa contact Getaway Adventures at 1-800-499-BIKE or 707-568-3040 and identify yourself with American Sugar Alliance. Note: This tour requires a minimum number of participants to run. Sip ‘N Cycle Tour:
Saturday, August 3 AND Sunday, August 4
9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
This popular tour allows you to experience dramatic surroundings and world renowned wines while cycling Napa Valley's vineyard-lined country lanes. Guided by knowledgeable guides, you get an insider’s look at the Napa Valley. Meet at the Silverado Spa parking lot at 9:30 a.m. to be fitted with a Marin or Specialized Hybrid bike, helmet, front bag, and
 receive a quick "rules of the road" orientation. Take in the sights as you bike at a leisurely "tourist pace" on fairly flat and easy roads. Your first winery stop will be historic Regusci Winery where you will learn the vine-to-wine process and local history, and experience a tour and tasting. You will then cycle to the Monticello Winery for another tasting, followed by a Wine Country picnic luncheon in the vineyards. After lunch, remount your bikes recharged for the return to the resort. Total distance traveled is 10 miles (approx.) A chase van will be on hand to assist cyclists. This trip is appropriate for "energetic beginners" to experienced cyclists. Children must be at least nine years of age to participate. Prices are $179 for adults and $113 for ages 9-20. Tour cost includes equipment rentals, tour guide, wine tasting fees (for ages 21 and over), water, picnic lunch, and chase van. To register, visit www.getawayadventures.com/asa contact Getaway Adventures at 1-800-499-BIKE or 707-568-3040 and identify yourself with American Sugar Alliance. Note: This tour requires a minimum number of participants to run. |
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