Where does the trip start and end?

Our adventure begins and ends at the Bardessono Hotel in Yountville, in Napa Valley. If you’re flying, the closest airports are San Francisco International (SFO) and the smaller Charles Schulz – Sonoma County Airport (STS) in nearby Santa Rosa. We will organize complimentary transfers to and from either airport.

Detailed arrival and departure guidance is provided in your post-purchase trip materials, including recommended routes, transfer options, and timing considerations. If you have specific questions before booking, our team is always happy to help.

Do I need to pay a solo traveler supplement?

For solo travelers, there is a $5,000 single-supplement fee to secure a private room. Single rooms are extremely limited on this departure, and we recommend booking a single room at checkout to secure your reservation.

Who is leading this trip?

This trip is led by an expert Paragon Trip Leader. They’re an experienced travel guide, a representative of Paragon and your go-to person for questions or concerns on the trip. We’ll be joined throughout our adventure by local winemakers and chefs, and expert guides who are deeply knowledgeable with respect to the region’s history, cuisine and wine culture, and are passionate about sharing that with us.

What is the cancellation policy?

We understand plans can change. Here’s how cancellation fees are incurred depending on when you let us know:

• More than 150 days before departure: $1,500 per person deposit
• 150–121 days before departure: 50% of the total trip price
• 120 days or less before departure: 100% of the total trip price

For the full details, please see our terms and conditions.

Do I need travel insurance?

We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance. Travel insurance allows you to seek reimbursement for your trip costs; if your trip plans change for unforeseeable reasons, or if you need to get medical help, emergency transport, and for theft, loss or damage of items while traveling. For best coverage, always insure the full trip cost within two weeks of your initial trip deposit and note that most ‘Cancel For Any Reason’ policies must be purchased on the date of your initial deposit.

When will my final balance be due?

Your payment schedule depends on how far in advance you book your trip:

• At the time of booking: Pay your $1,500 deposit per person.
• 180 days before departure: 50% of your trip cost is due.
• 120 days before departure: Full balance is due.

We’ll send you secure payment links and reminders before each due date to make the process easy. If you book within 120 days of your trip, the remaining balance is due within 10 days.

Is this trip the right fit for me?

Modern Adventure trips are active, immersive small-group experiences. Our itineraries often involve sustained walking and standing throughout the day, including stairs, uneven terrain, cobblestones, unpaved paths, and moving between experiences at a pace that keeps the day flowing for the group.

These experiences are not suitable for travelers who require physical mobility assistance, personal care support, or significant itinerary modifications in order to participate. In many destinations, accommodations for significant physical limitations may not be possible without materially altering the experience for the individual traveler or the group.

All travelers are responsible for informing Modern Adventure of any physical limitations, medical considerations, or concerns before booking, or as early as possible before departure. Please don’t hesitate to contact us before booking if you have any questions. We want every traveler to feel confident, comfortable, and fully prepared for the journey ahead.