Silversea Expedition Cruises À SAN DIEGO (California)

Indulge your palate with the flavours of Italy during this VIP walking and tasting excursion to San Diego's Little Italy.

San Diego, Culinary Walking Tour, Little Italy

Depart the pier for the short, guided walk to Little Italy. Upon arrival, begin your guided, approximately four-hour VIP culinary walking tour of the city. Along the way, explore the flavours of Italy during visits to four upscale restaurants and a gelato shoppe in Little Italy.

Sogno di Vino, Bread Appetizer with Wine, Sorrento, Family-Style Lunch

During your culinary adventure, taste local specialities, and meet the chefs and proprietors who prepare them. Your first stop is at the Sogno di Vino restaurant for a bread appetizer with wine. Afterward, continue on-foot to your second stop, the Sorrento restaurant, for a family-style lunch of salad, pizza and calamari served with wine.

Glassdoor, Sangria, Small Bites, Panoramic Views, Vino Cartas, Wine Tasting, Pappalecco, Gelato

Your third stop is at the Glassdoor, a restaurant with big windows inside a hotel perched on a hill. Here, sit back and relax with a glass of Sangria served with small bites whilst enjoying panoramic views over Little Italy, the downtown area and harbour. The last restaurant to be visited is Vino Cartas. Upon arrival, proceed for a tasting of three different wines. A final stop is made at Pappalecco to cap off your meal with a tasty and refreshing gelato, and some free time at your leisure. At the conclusion of your visit, commence the short walk back to the pier.

Discover the highlights of San Diego via land and water during this scenic sightseeing excursion and harbour cruise.

San Diego, Gas Lamp Quarter, Old Town State Park, Heritage Parks, Mormon Battalion Memorial

Depart the pier for the scenic and narrated, approximately 1.5-hour drive through San Diego. Along the way, pass through the Gas Lamp Quarter, where the streets are lined with a beautiful array of restored, Victorian-era buildings, countless restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and art galleries. Your guide regales you with local tales and folklore whilst continuing on to Old Town State Park, Heritage Park and the Mormon Battalion Memorial.

North Bay, Shelter Islands, Cabrillo National Monument, Naval Installations, Coronado Bridge

Following your sightseeing drive, re-board your coach and return to the pier. Upon arrival, board a comfortable boat for a panoramic harbour cruise to North Bay. Sail past the Shelter Islands, Loma Point, Cabrillo National Monument, North Island Naval Station, U.S. Submarine Base, and Coronado Bridge. At the conclusion of your cruise, return to the pier and commence the short walk back to the pier.

Marvel at the beautiful coastal landscapes, lush gardens and iconic architecture of sun-drenched San Diego during this picturesque, half-day sightseeing excursion.

San Diego, Embarcadero Waterfront, Historical Downtown Area, Gas Lamp Quarter

Depart the pier for the scenic and narrated, approximately 30-minute sightseeing drive through San Diego. Proceed along the Embarcadero waterfront, and through the historical downtown area. Here, pass through the Gas Lamp Quarter, where the streets are lined with a beautiful array of restored, Victorian-era buildings, countless restaurants, cafés, boutiques, and art galleries.

Balboa Park, Museums, Gardens, Flora and Fauna

Next, re-board your coach and head to Balboa Park, the crowned jewel of San Diego. This is the nation's largest urban cultural park, and home to museums, gardens and the San Diego Zoo. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour through the park to explore its diverse flora and fauna, and beautifully-preserved architecture.

La Jolla, Old Town, Free Time, Artisan Shoppes, Craft Galleries

Leaving Balboa Park, re-board your coach and head north to the seaside village of La Jolla; a genuine treasure with its quaint small-town atmosphere, picturesque coastline and sea lion rookeries. Following your visit, drive back to San Diego for a stop in the Old Town, an area is known as the birthplace of California. Some free time is made available here to admire the historical architecture, and browse the artisan shops and intriguing craft galleries. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach for the short drive back to the pier.

Explore the history, art and commerce of San Diego during this scenic, half-day sightseeing and shopping excursion.

San Diego, Cabrillo National Monument, Free Time, Lighthouse, Cabrillo Statue, Visitor's Centre

Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 30-minute drive to the Cabrillo National Monument. It was here that Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo, a maritime navigator known for exploring the west coast of North America on behalf of the Spanish Empire, stepped into history in the 16th century. Upon arrival, some free time is made available to explore tide pools, an historic lighthouse, and the Cabrillo Statue and Visitor's Centre.

Point Loma, Liberty Station, Free Time, Liberty Public Market, Shopping, Restaurants, Free Time

Next, re-board your coach and continue through Point Loma to Liberty Station. Founded as a Naval Training Centre in 1923, Liberty Station was converted in 2000 to a centre for commerce, history and art. Upon arrival, some free time is made available here to browse the shops, explore the Liberty Public Market and/or stop for lunch at your own expense at one of the many restaurants, including the famous Corvette Diner. At the conclusion of your visit, re-board your coach and commence the approximately 30-minute drive back to the pier.

US Grant Hotel

Distinguished by quiet glamour and enduring sophistication, THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego has welcomed guests for over 100 years. Nestled in downtown San Diego, in the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, the hotel provides an ideal location to explore the city. Iconic attractions like the San Diego Zoo, Petco Park and Balboa Park are situated nearby, providing ample opportunities for adventure and exploration. Retreat to your guest room and suite, where nuanced details like contemporary art, opulent finishes and sleek technology await. Join us for a meal at Grant Grill, serving spectacular AAA/CAA Four Diamond cuisine in a stunning Art Deco setting, or allow worldly cares to melt away with a tailored spa treatment. Innovative meetings and downtown events occur in the hotels historic venues, including one that was once a Prohibition-era speakeasy. When the sun sets in San Diego, unwind with a glass of Chablis at Rendezvous, our French-inspired cocktail bar.

SAN DIEGO SIMPLY HOTEL

Our Simply Hotel selection is the perfect choice for those who want a centrally located setting from which to discover - or rediscover - the city. Rooms in these 4.5 and 5-star properties are generally Standard Double or King rooms that provide comfortable accommodations and superior service for those who wish to extend their trip with a cultural or shopping experience in some of the world's most iconic cities.

For your convenience, we can easily organize transfers between the airport and hotel or between the hotel and the pier so that you only have to decide how much or how little you wish to do.

Hotel brands that we consistently feature include Intercontinental, JW Marriott, Fairmont or the Conrad Group.

US Grant Hotel

Distinguished by quiet glamour and enduring sophistication, THE US GRANT, a Luxury Collection Hotel, San Diego has welcomed guests for over 100 years. Nestled in downtown San Diego, in the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter, the hotel provides an ideal location to explore the city. Iconic attractions like the San Diego Zoo, Petco Park and Balboa Park are situated nearby, providing ample opportunities for adventure and exploration. Retreat to your guest room and suite, where nuanced details like contemporary art, opulent finishes and sleek technology await. Join us for a meal at Grant Grill, serving spectacular AAA/CAA Four Diamond cuisine in a stunning Art Deco setting, or allow worldly cares to melt away with a tailored spa treatment. Innovative meetings and downtown events occur in the hotels historic venues, including one that was once a Prohibition-era speakeasy. When the sun sets in San Diego, unwind with a glass of Chablis at Rendezvous, our French-inspired cocktail bar.

Guests booked in our Grande property will be staying in the Grand Deluxe Guest Room.