http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Tours.html Xperience Days Online Gift Store � Shop for creative and unique experience gifts including: Dinner Cruises, Helicopter Tours, Spa Treatments, Hot Air Balloon Rides, Racecar Driving, and more. Make every gift an Experience. Thu, 06 Oct 2011 22:58:22 EST Thu, 06 Oct 2011 22:58:22 EST 60 Xperience Days RSS 2.0 en-us Copyright 2008 Xperience Days, Inc. All rights reserved. http://www.xperiencedays.com/Armstrong_Redwoods_Trail_Ride.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Armstrong_Redwoods_Trail_Ride.html Wed, 09 Jan 2008 14:09:47 EST Enjoy a 2½ Hour Trail Ride Through the Beautiful Armstrong Redwoods On Horseback - Ride gentle horses through the giant, old growth forest of Austin Creek State Park on the Armstrong Redwoods Trail Ride. Located in Sonoma County about a two hour drive north of San Francisco, this 6500-acre park features a magnificent grove of ancient redwoods. Enjoy this horseback trail ride while you explore Russian River Country's Coastal Mountains in Armstrong Redwoods State Reserve. You will encounter inspiring vistas, pristine streams, and protected wildlife. You will ride fine American Quarter Horses, suitable for all levels of experience. This is a first class wilderness adventure. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Armstrong-Redwoods-Trail-Ride_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Armstrong_Redwoods_Trail_Ride_For_Two.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Armstrong_Redwoods_Trail_Ride_For_Two.html Wed, 09 Jan 2008 06:09:47 EST Enjoy a 2½ Hour Trail Ride For Two Through the Beautiful Austin Creek State Park On Horseback - Ride gentle horses through the giant, old growth forest of Austin Creek State Park on the Armstrong Redwoods Trail Ride For Two. Located in Sonoma County about a two hour drive north of San Francisco, this 6,500-acre park features a magnificent grove of ancient redwoods. Enjoy this horseback trail ride while you explore Sonoma County's Coastal Mountains in Russian River Country. You will encounter inspiring vistas, pristine streams, and protected wildlife. You will ride fine American Quarter Horses, suitable for all levels of experience. This is a first class wilderness adventure. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Armstrong-Redwoods-Trail-Ride-For-Two_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Bay_Area_Scenic_Discovery_Flight_Lesson.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Bay_Area_Scenic_Discovery_Flight_Lesson.html Wed, 17 Oct 2007 22:09:47 EST Enjoy A Hands-On Discovery Flight Lesson In San Jose - This is an incredible opportunity to view some of the most stunning scenes of the Bay Area all while at the controls of a light, Cessna 172 aircraft. Your experience will begin with a briefing on the techniques and safety aspects of light aircraft flying. You will then be taken up in a Cessna 172. Once in the air, you will have the opportunity to fly the aircraft from the left seat and handle the controls throughout, with assistance from the instructor for takeoff and landing. This amazing experience combines the dream of flying with a chance to see some of the world's most stunning views from the sky. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/San-Jose-Discovery-Flight_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Cooking_Class_In_Sonoma.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Cooking_Class_In_Sonoma.html Sun, 02 Mar 2008 19:41:11 EST Enjoy a Tasty Gourmet Experience with this Culinary Lesson in Sonoma County's City of Healdsburg - Enjoy a memorable evening or afternoon of cooking, camaraderie and fabulous food. Featuring the freshest ingredients, learn to create a wonderfully unique dish as well as some culinary tricks of the trade. No matter which culinary lesson you attend, you are sure to have a great time. Class themes include: Classic Cocktails, Springtime Bistro Supper, From Farm to Fork: A Contemporary Irish Supper, Delectable Appetizers, Festive Brunches and more. Both demonstration and hands-on culinary classes are offered and participants will enjoy and two glasses of wine (or, at some classes, aperitif, beer or cocktails) served with the gourmet fare. This is a tasty Sonoma County experience! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Cooking-Class-In-Sonoma_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Electric_Bike_Guided_Tour_of_San_Francisco.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Electric_Bike_Guided_Tour_of_San_Francisco.html Sun, 23 Aug 2009 14:50:25 EST Tour San Francisco on an Electric Bike During an Exciting Three Hour San Francisco Bike Tour For Two - Share the fun of an Electric Bike Guided Tour across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito, CA with return by Ferry. This San Francisco Tour features the new UltraMotor A2B electric bikes with the "Power On Demand" that allows riders to choose between pedaling, electric motor power, or both. The lithium battery power assist will help boost you up those San Francisco hills! Before the fun begins you will be fitted with a bike, go through a safety orientation and a test drive. Once you are eady for your exhilarating three-hour San Francisco adventure to begin, your knowledgeable guide will lead you through the City and along the scenic Bay Trail as they share the diverse history of the area.During this Guided Bike Tour you and your guest will zip along the new bike path by the Bay to Fort Point where you can enjoy a snack at the Warming Hut before proceeding up to the bridge. Then, just kick up the throttle on your eco-friendly electric bike and enjoy the effortless ascent without breaking a sweat. Take in the amazing panoramic views of the San Francisco and the Bay Area as you bike over the Golden Gate Bridge! Then it's a fun downhill coast into Sausalito where you can enjoy great food, shops, and sunshine before heading back to San Francisco on the ferry boat. These cool electric bikes will make your San Francisco Bike Tour fun, easy, and eco-friendly. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/ELECTRIC-BIKE-TOUR_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Food_Truck_Tour_of_San_Francisco.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Food_Truck_Tour_of_San_Francisco.html Thu, 06 Oct 2011 22:58:22 EST Savor San Francisco's Best Gourmet Food Truck Treats - Explore San Francisco’s trendy new Food Truck scene during this delicious two hour Food Truck Food Tour for Two. You and your guest will savor treats from the City’s best Food Trucks as your knowledgeable Guide escorts you through the Tenderloin. From Chairman Bao to The Rib Whip you will sample sweet and savory morsels from the Bay Area’s best eateries on wheels. Throughout the food tour, you will learn about the diversity of regional cuisines on offer, how to order like a pro and a bit about San Francisco’s rich history and trendy epicurean landscape. So whether you are looking for fun things to do in San Francisco, a unique gift or a behind the scenes guide to Food Trucks, this Bay Area Tour is the perfect experience gift! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/San-Francisco-Food-Truck-Tour_150x120.png http://www.xperiencedays.com/Gourmet_Napa_Culinary_Tour.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Gourmet_Napa_Culinary_Tour.html Sun, 21 Nov 2010 13:59:54 EST Enjoy a Delicious 3 Hour Sightseeing Culinary Walking Food Tour For Two of Beautiful Downtown Napa - This mouth-watering Food Tour of Napa will delight your taste buds as you and your guest explore downtown Napa with fellow foodies, showing you that there's more to Napa than just wine tasting! During this 3 hour culinary event, you'll discover the history of this beautiful riverfront town, where today celebrity chefs intermingle with organic farmers and boutique winemakers. You will meet with your Guide at the new Oxbow Market, where a seasonal bounty of California specialty foods and produce awaits. Next, its time to cross the Napa River and visit 19th century historic buildings that weathered Prohibition to showcase the latest trends in California food and wine. Throughout the tour you will have the opportunity to visit eight local markets, restaurants and gourmet shops and sample local delicacies including coffee, oysters, artisan salumi and cheeses, wine infused chocolates, award-winning olive oil as well as handcrafted whoopie pies! You’ll leave this Napa Food Tour with a carefully culled list of Wine Country recommendations and even recipes for your next meal. So whether you are a local or this is your first time in California wine country, this Culinary Tasting Tour is one of the best things to do in Napa and is one of the most delicious experience gifts! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Napa-Food-Tour(1)_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Hayes_Valley_Gourmet_Food_Tour.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Hayes_Valley_Gourmet_Food_Tour.html Sun, 21 Nov 2010 15:31:48 EST Enjoy a Delicious 3 Hour Scenic Gourmet Walking Food Tour For Two of San Francisco's Hayes Valley - Explore one of San Francisco's trendy and exciting neighborhoods, during a tasty Food Tour of Hayes Valley. You will discover what's hot in the San Francisco food scene as your Guide takes you and your guest to specialty shops and restaurants that are proud of their commitment to local and sustainable ingredients, fair trade partnerships, and handmade treats. As you participate in a fine tea tasting, compare gourmet cheeses and learn to read a sake label, you'll gain a new appreciation for this delicious neighborhood. As you stroll past elegant Victorians and the San Francisco Zen Center, and you'll learn about the neighborhood's rich history and how today celebrity chefs coexist with Zen priests and coffee cult fanatics. You'll taste and chat with other food-loving guests as you indulge in Parisian Macarons, artisan chocolate truffles, Belgian fries, gourmet tea and exotic cocktails, imported cheeses, artisanal salumi and more delicious treats. This San Francisco Food Tour includes a host of restaurant recommendations and discounts for your next trip to Hayes Valley. So whether you are a local or this is your first time visiting the Bay Area, this Gourmet Food Tour is one of the best things to do in San Francisco and is one of the most delicious experience gifts! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/SF-Food-Tour_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Kayak_Tour_on_Bodega_Bay.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Kayak_Tour_on_Bodega_Bay.html Mon, 14 Jan 2008 22:09:47 EST Enjoy a Guided Kayaking Tour For Four on Bodega Bay - There is no better way to experience the wonders of Bodega Bay than from the seat of a kayak. Your experience will begin with a 20 minute on shore instructional clinic. Once you are familiar with the kayak and are ready to get in the water, your guided tour will begin. You may select from the following Bodega Bay Tours: · The Wine Country Kayak Tour where you will enjoy the breathtaking views of Bodega Bay Head and the Sonoma Coast followed by a stop at a pristine beach to enjoy a picnic lunch accompanied by a good bottle of Sonoma County wine · The Salmon Creek Solitude Tour, a leisurely and quiet tour along the banks of Salmon Creek · The Willow Creek Wanderer, where you can experience captivating scenery along the Willow Creek and Russian River edge and relax while watching birds and seals play where the Russian River and the Ocean meet. Whichever tour you select, it is sure to be an enjoyable adventure. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Kayaking-On-Bodega-Bay_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Monterey_Movie_Tour.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Monterey_Movie_Tour.html Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:14:29 EST Enjoy a Scenic Movie Tour of Monterey For Two - Explore the beauty of Monterey, California as you practically jump onto the set of some of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters during this Scenic Movie Tour of Monterey. This three-hour Sightseeing Tour takes you and your guest through Central California's breathtaking landscape. During the tour you will view scenes from favorite films both in person and on the TV! Highlights of this 32-mile loop Coach Tour include: · Bird Rock - where you will find a bevy of marine mammals frolicking in the place of leading lovers Troy Donahue and Sandra Dee · Lone Cypress Tree - one of California's most treasured, and most photographed, landmarks. It stands in the background of many of the 200 movies filmed in the Monterey area · Lodge at Pebble Beach - which overlooks the world-renowned Pebble Beach Golf Links, four times the site of the U.S. Open. It is a part of the famed 17-Mile Drive, on the California coast between Monterey and Carmel. Downtown Monterey, historic Cannery Row, Monterey Bay, and more exciting and breathtaking views along with movie trivia and fun await you on this Scenic Tour! So whether this is your visit to California's Central Coast or you are a native to the Golden State, this Movie Tour is one of the best things to do in Monterey. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Monterey-Tour_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Muir_Woods_and_Sonoma_Winery_Tour.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Muir_Woods_and_Sonoma_Winery_Tour.html Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:24:45 EST Explore California's Redwood Forests & the Sonoma Wine Country on this Muir Woods & Wine Day Tour - This full day Redwoods & Wine Country Day Tour begins at 8:00 am as you head north across the Golden Gate Bridge, with its sweeping views of San Francisco Bay, Alcatraz Island, and the city skyline. Seated comfortably in a Biodiesel Van, your driver will chauffer you through the coastal mountains of the Marin Headlands and along the base of Mt. Tamalpais until you reach Muir Woods National Monument and its renowned redwood trees. The coastal redwood is the tallest tree species in the world, which only thrive in Northern California and Oregon, due to the thick fog that blankets the west coast in the summer months. Muir Woods is the only surviving stand of old-growth redwood forest in the Bay Area today. Once you arrive at Muir Woods, you will have 1½ hours to wander amongst these magnificent towering giants and enjoy the sights, sounds, and smells of this living museum. Next, you will reunite with the rest of the group just before noon and travel to Sonoma Wine Country, where you will spend the afternoon sampling fine Sonoma County wines. You will taste a variety of white, red, and dessert wines at local Sonoma wineries such as Homewood, Cline Cellars, and Benziger Family, among others. During your tour you will stop for lunch at either at a winery or in the historic Sonoma town square, where you will have a chance to visit Mission San Francisco de Solano, the northernmost California mission, sample cheeses at Sonoma Jack's Cheese Factory and peruse the boutique shops of this quaint downtown. On the return journey to San Francisco, you will enjoy views of the beautiful valleys that have supplied the world with fantastic wines for over 60 years. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Muir-Woods-Tour_150x120.bmp http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Chocolate_Tour.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Chocolate_Tour.html Sun, 17 Jan 2010 14:02:25 EST Explore the Decadent Side of San Francisco During this Delicious Chocolate Tasting Food Tour For Two - Discover the sweet side of San Francisco during this three-hour Guided SF Chocolate Tour for two. You and your guest will discover a unique perspective on the City as your Guide escorts you through San Francisco’s delicious Waterfront & Union Square neighborhoods. Throughout this confectionary food tour and tasting, you will learn about fine chocolates, how they are made and taste a variety of chocolate delicacies as you walk off the calories. Stops along this delectable Chocolate Tour include some of San Francisco’s most popular Chocolatiers as well as lesser known chocolate treasures including: · An Artisan Chocolate Manufacturer who manages production from bean to bar · A beloved local Chocolatier who showcases fresh, farmer's market ingredients · A small newsstand that carries 225 chocolate bars from over 15 different countries · A Swiss Chocolatier loved for its Champagne Truffles · A Belgian Chocolatier known for its Butter Creams · The retail outlet of America’s longest continuously operating Chocolate Manufacturer · A premier Chocolateria dedicated to finding exceptional chocolates from family-owned makers around the World Throughout this mouth-watering tour of San Francisco, you’ll pick up plenty of samples as you go, plus tips on tasting, buying and storing fine chocolate. Historical and cultural insights on the San Francisco Downtown Area, guidance on other exceptional food experiences in the City and more surprises await you on this unique Food Tour. So whether you are looking for things to do in San Francisco or for a unique gift, this Sightseeing Tour & Chocolate Tasting is perfect! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Chocolate-Tour-San-Francisco_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Fire_Engine_Tour_For_Two.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Fire_Engine_Tour_For_Two.html Wed, 06 Jun 2007 14:09:47 EST Tour San Francisco in a Vintage Fire Engine - This is an adventure you will always remember, touring San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge, the Presidio and Sausalito in an open air 1955 Big Red Shiny Mack Fire Engine! After suiting up into an authentic fire suite you will leave Fisherman's Wharf and head through the Presidio, to Fort Point and then ride over the Golden Gate Bridge. Next, it’s on to Sausalito, a jewel of a village with magnificent views of San Francisco across the Bay. A photo stop at Fort Baker is next on the agenda before heading back over the bridge, through the lovely Union Street neighborhood and returning to the Cannery. This unique trip around San Francisco is sure to satisfy anyone with childhood dreams of becoming a heroic firefighter. It's fun, exciting, and educational too. It's A show on Wheels! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/San-Francisco-Fire-Engine-Tour_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Food_Tasting_Tour.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Food_Tasting_Tour.html Sun, 31 Jul 2011 17:41:42 EST Enjoy an Edible Excursion on a Bay Area Tour For Two - Discover the delicious flavors of the Bay Area during a mouth-watering 3½ hour guided Food Tour of the San Francisco Ferry Building Marketplace, The Mission District or Berkeley. The Farmers Market Food Tour includes local, seasonal tastes from artisans and farmers made available to you during this mouth-watering excursion. Your epicurean Concierge will put you into the heart of this famous San Francisco Landmark. Tastings throughout the tour range from cheeses to confections. The Mission District Food Tour offers a delicious assortment of savory and sweet tastings. From incredible tacos and fresh salsa to savory pies and freshly made ice cream, you will enjoy an array of treats as you learn about Mission’s culinary artists and shop keepers. The Food Tour of Berkeley is your chance to go behind the scenes of this historic culinary mecca. During this edible excursion you will visit the original Peet's Coffee & Tea in Walnut Square, the eclectic food shops at Epicurious Garden, the Vintage Berkeley Wine Shop, and the area's weekly all-organic Farmers Market. No matter which tour you choose, you are in for a tasty treat! So whether you are a local or this is your first time in San Francisco, this SF Food Tour is one of the best things to do in the Bay Area and makes the perfect unique gift for foodies! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/San-Francisco-Food-Tour_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Segway_Tour.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Segway_Tour.html Thu, 30 Oct 2008 15:44:21 EST Ride Up And Around San Francisco's Picturesque Hills On A Segway Adventure In San Francisco - A City as unique as San Francisco demands a one-of-a-kind way to tour around it. Your San Francisco Segway Tour begins with a 45 minute training course. During this session, you will learn the necessary Segway skills that will help you travel safely up and down the beautiful Streets of San Francisco. Your narrated two-hour Segway tour of San Francisco will feature spectacular views of: · Municipal Pier and Aquatic Park · Fisherman's Wharf and its picturesque fishing harbors · Cable Car turnaround · Ghirardelli Square home of the delicious chocolate · National Maritime Museum and the historic sailing ships at Hyde Street Pier · Spectacular views of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge · Fish Alley, Fisherman's Chapel, WWII Liberty Ship and Submarine Pampanito · Visit behind the scenes where the fishing industry, fleet and seafood processing are located · See the Dungeness Crab Stands in Historic Fisherman's Wharf http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Ride-On-A-Segway(1)_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Ultimate_Chocolate_Tour.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/San_Francisco_Ultimate_Chocolate_Tour.html Sun, 21 Nov 2010 17:04:17 EST Discover the Decadent Side of San Francisco During this Chocolate Tasting Food Tour For Two - Discover the sweeter side of San Francisco during this three-hour Guided San Francisco Chocolate Tasting Tour. You and your guest will discover a unique perspective on the City as your Guide escorts you through San Francisco’s delicious neighborhoods. This Ultimate Chocolate Tour begins at a contemporary Downtown San Francisco lounge where you’ll sip a chocolate martini as you learn about the delicious history of chocolate. Next, you’ll visit the bustling Ferry Building where you'll enjoy sampling single origin chocolate bars, infused truffles and Parisian macarons. The final stop on this sweet tour is a chic wine bar where you’ll learn wine and chocolate pairing tips from your trained guides. After this San Francisco Tour, you’ll be an expert in where to find the best treats in Town. So whether you are looking for things to do in San Francisco or for a unique gift, this Chocolate Tour is perfect! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Chocolate-Tours-San-Francisco_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Segway_Tour_Of_Golden_Gate_Park.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Segway_Tour_Of_Golden_Gate_Park.html Fri, 21 Jan 2011 15:34:32 EST Discover the Beauty of Golden Gate Park via Segway - Explore San Francisco’s picturesque Golden Gate Park during this exciting Bay Area Segway Tour! This exciting Golden Gate Park Tour includes a comprehensive orientation on how to safely ride a Segway and provides you with the opportunity to see the beautiful sights of this 1,000+ acre park and learn about its history from your knowledgeable Guide. Once you’re ready to roll, your Tour Guide will lead the group on this exciting Sightseeing San Francisco Tour. Throughout the Segway Adventure you will enjoy the Park's best views and discover hidden locations full of rich history as well as glide past the Park’s famous landmarks including the Shakespeare Garden, the Temple of Music, the de Young Museum and more. With so many amazing views along this Segway Tour, make sure you don't forget your camera! Whether you are visiting San Francisco for the first time, or you are a Bay Area local, this sightseeing tour via Segway is one of the best things to do in California and makes a truly unique gift for any occasion! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/San-Francisco-Segway-Tours_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Segway_Tour_Of_San_Francisco_For_Two.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Segway_Tour_Of_San_Francisco_For_Two.html Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:23:08 EST Enjoy an Exciting San Francisco Segway Tour For Two - Experience a tour of San Francisco as unique as this beautiful City. Your San Francisco Segway Tour begins with a 45 minute training course. During this session, you and your guest will learn the necessary Segway skills that will help you safely travel up and down the beautiful Streets of San Francisco. Your narrated two-hour Segway tour will feature spectacular views of: · Municipal Pier and Aquatic Park · Fisherman's Wharf and its picturesque fishing harbors · Cable Car turnaround · Ghirardelli Square home of the delicious chocolate · National Maritime Museum and the historic sailing ships at Hyde Street Pier · Spectacular views of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate Bridge · Fish Alley, Fisherman's Chapel, WWII Liberty Ship and Submarine Pampanito · Visit behind the scenes where the fishing industry, fleet and seafood processing are located · See the Dungeness Crab Stands in Historic Fisherman's Wharf http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/San-Francisco-Segway(1)_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Sonoma_Warbird_Flight.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Sonoma_Warbird_Flight.html Mon, 04 May 2009 13:51:09 EST Fly in a Warbird over the Beautiful Sonoma Wine Valley in a 1942 North American SNJ-4 Texan - Take in the magnificent sights of the Sonoma Valley and experience the incredible sensation of flying in a beautifully restored North American SNJ-4 “Texan” Warbird. This 20 minute vintage aircraft flight will give you the opportunity to learn how fighter pilots of the 1940s trained. Before this amazing war plane ride begins, you’ll meet with your pilot, who will go over the history and functionality of this vintage aircraft. After you’ve been fully briefed, you’ll climb on to the plane and its chocks away as your flight into a bygone era begins. Flying low over the fields and hills of Northern California, you will gain a genuine feel for the speed and excitement of World War II Military Aircraft Flying. Once in the air, you may even have the opportunity to take over the controls and actually fly this vintage World War II Plane! Whether you choose to sit back and simply enjoy this scenic flight over Sonoma, choose to try your hand at flying a historic aircraft, or request that your pilot perform a few precision aerobatics, including loops and rolls, this vintage aircraft experience is an unforgettable gift for anyone with a sense of history and adventure. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Warbird-Ride_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/The_Ultimate_Vintage_Aircraft_Experience.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/The_Ultimate_Vintage_Aircraft_Experience.html Mon, 04 May 2009 16:07:12 EST Fly in Three Vintage Aircrafts over the Sonoma Wine Valley during this Ultimate Warbird Flight Experience - Relive the glory days of aviation and experience the ultimate aerial adventure. During this airborne adventure you will have the opportunity to fly in three amazing Vintage Aircrafts: a 1942 WWII Stearman Biplane, a 1941 North American SNJ4 “Texan” and an extraordinary 1943 Curtiss P40 “Kittyhawk”. These vintage aircrafts, once used as the advanced trainers for WWII aviators, are some of the most important aircraft designs of the Second World War era—perhaps of all time! Prior to take off, your instructor will go over all of the basics of the controls for each of the vintage planes as well as safety information for Warbird flight. Then it’s time to hop into and prepare for the ride of your life in this classic Stearman Biplane. After your 20 minute Biplane Ride, you will take to the skies in the 1941 North American SNJ4 “Texan”. The final 30 minute vintage flight takes place in the extremely rare Curtiss P-40. This Ultimate Warbird Flight Experience guarantees bragging rights and memories to last a lifetime, and is the perfect unique gift for first-time flyers, nostalgia buffs, modelers and pilots. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Vintage-Plane_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Vintage_Aircraft_Flight_In_Sonoma.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Vintage_Aircraft_Flight_In_Sonoma.html Mon, 04 May 2009 15:08:25 EST Fly In a Warbird over the Beautiful Sonoma Wine Valley in a 1943 P-40 Curtiss Wright Vintage Aircraft - Experience the thrill of flying in one of the most highly recognized fighters from WWII, the inimitable P40 Kittyhawk (Warhawk). Flown by the flying tigers, only a couple dozen of these famed beauties are left flying, only 3 with dual controls, and only one you can take a flight in! Enjoy this rare, yet exhilarating experience of flight in this beautifully restored P40N, dual control Kittyhawk. This 20 minute vintage aircraft flight will give you the opportunity to learn how fighter pilots of the 1940s felt as they took to the skies. Before this amazing war plane ride begins, you’ll meet with your pilot, who will go over the history and functionality of this vintage warbird aircraft. After you’ve been fully briefed, you’ll climb on to the plane and its chocks away as your flight into a bygone era begins. Flying over beautiful Northern California, you will gain a genuine feel for the speed and excitement of World War II Military Aircraft Flying. Once in the air, you may even have the opportunity to take over the controls and actually fly this vintage World War II Plane! Whether you choose to sit back and simply enjoy this scenic flight over Sonoma, choose to try your hand at flying a historic aircraft, or request that your pilot perform a few precision aerobatics, including loops and rolls, this vintage aircraft flight is an unforgettable unique gift for anyone with a sense of history and adventure. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Vintage-Aircraft-Flight_150x120.bmp http://www.xperiencedays.com/Yosemite_National_Park_Tour.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Yosemite_National_Park_Tour.html Thu, 22 Jan 2009 11:38:47 EST Enjoy a Full Day Guided Tour of Yosemite National Park - Located a few hours from San Francisco is the flagship of America’s Nation Park Service, Yosemite National Park. This beautiful National Park is filled with magnificent wilderness and natural wonders and is internationally recognized for its spectacular granite cliffs, waterfalls, clear streams, Giant Sequoia groves, and biological diversity. During this full day chauffeured tour, you will be transported from San Francisco to Yosemite via an eco-friendly Biodiesel fuel coach. Once you arrive at the park, you will have the opportunity to discover and explore this National Landmark which is home to America's tallest waterfalls, cliffs rising 4,000 ft from the Valley floor and some of the world's most famous rock climbs including El Capitan. Your time at Yosemite includes a guided tour of Yosemite Valley with an informative and professional guide who will provide insight into one of the earth's best examples of a glaciated valley. You will also have sufficient time venture through Yosemite National Park at your leisure in order to enjoy walking, hiking, biking or swimming. This full day tour of Yosemite provides you with the perfect opportunity to enjoy the beauty and grander of this natural wonder. From door step to door step, the memories of this experience of California's great outdoors will last a lifetime. http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Yosemite-Park-Tour_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Zeppelin_Ride_Over_San_Francisco.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Zeppelin_Ride_Over_San_Francisco.html Thu, 29 Jan 2009 10:05:11 EST Ride in a Zeppelin over the San Francisco Bay Area on this Spectacular One Hour Scenic Airship Flight - Experience the thrill of Flying in a Zeppelin with this flight over the San Francisco Bay Area! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to Ride in a Zeppelin Airship and discover the amazing sensation that only this unique form of travel offers. An Airship Flight was the height of luxury travel at the turn of the century, and is again today. You will enjoy a leisurely paced and remarkably scenic flight as you cruise at an altitude of 1,200 feet at 35 to 40 mph. Large expansive window panels surround the Airship cabin to allow 360° views as you walk around to take in your favorite Bay Area view. Your Zeppelin Ride begins in Oakland and as you depart, you will enjoy the Oakland skyline up close up. Next, you will glide out along the Oakland Bay Bridge towards Treasure Island. As you continue to head west, you will enjoy some of Bay Area’s most iconic landmarks that surround the San Francisco Bay – the San Francisco piers, the waterfront towns of Sausalito and Tiburon, beautiful parks, sailboats in the bay and of course, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Embarcadero, the Financial District and waterfront. Heading back towards Oakland, be on the lookout for the white landmark of the Claremont Hotel or the ‘Campanile’ – the UC Berkeley clock tower! With so many sites to see, you’ll probably only be in your seat for takeoff and landing! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Zeppelin-Ride_150x120.jpg http://www.xperiencedays.com/Zeppelin_Ride_Over_San_Francisco_For_Two.html http://www.xperiencedays.com/Zeppelin_Ride_Over_San_Francisco_For_Two.html Thu, 29 Jan 2009 10:54:43 EST Fly in a Zeppelin over the San Francisco Bay Area on this Spectacular One Hour Scenic Airship Flight For Two - Experience the thrill of Riding in a Zeppelin with this Airship Flight over the San Francisco Bay Area! This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to Ride in an Airship and discover the amazing sensation that only this unique form of travel offers. An Airship Flight was the height of luxury travel at the turn of the century, and is again today. You and your guest will enjoy a leisurely paced, scenic flight as you fly at an altitude of 1,200 feet at 35 to 40 mph. Large expansive window panels surround the Airshipcabin to allow 360° views as you walk around the Zeppelin to take in your favorite Bay Area view. The Zeppelin Flight begins in Oakland and as you depart, you will enjoy views of the Oakland skyline up close up. Next, you will glide out along the Oakland Bay Bridge towards Treasure Island. As the Pilot continues to navigate west, you will enjoy some of Bay Area’s most iconic landmarks – the San Francisco piers, the waterfront towns of Sausalito and Tiburon, beautiful parks, sailboats in the bay and of course, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Embarcadero, the Financial District and waterfront. Heading back towards Oakland, be on the lookout for the white landmark of the Claremont Hotel or the ‘Campanile’ – the UC Berkeley clock tower! With so many sites to see, you’ll probably only be in your seat for takeoff and landing! http://www.xperiencedays.com/prodimages/Blimp-Flight_150x120.jpg