IFMSS 2025
Accompanying Guest Itinerary
October 12 – 16, 2025
Travel Tips
- Weather in October: Mild days (70-80s °F) and cool evenings (50s) – bring a light jacket.
- Comfortable walking shoes recommended for tours.
- Many wineries offer wine shipping services – ask about sending bottles home!
- Don’t forget your camera – harvest season colors are unforgettable.
Monday, October 13 — St. Helena Day Trip
| 10:00 AM | Buses depart Silverado Resort for St. Helena |
| 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Napa Valley Museum of Art and Culture (MAC) Explore the vibrant cultural hub featuring art, nature, and history exhibitions. On display: “Julia Child: A Recipe for Life” – celebrating the chef who helped elevate American cuisine! |
| 12:15 PM – 2:00 PM | Lunch & Wine Tasting at Clif Family Farm & Winery Savor organic farm-to-table dishes paired with four signature Clif Family wines in a charming Napa setting. |
| 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Discover Downtown St. Helena Stroll boutique shops, galleries, and historic streets at your leisure. |
| 3:30 PM | Buses return to Silverado Resort (arrive by 4 pm). |
Tuesday, October 14 — Winery Tours (Includes Delegates)
| 12:45 PM – 2:30 PM | Beringer Vineyards Immerse yourself in 150 years of Napa history with estate garden tours and a tasting of four classic wines. |
| 2:45 PM – 4:30 PM | Louis Martini Winery Experience a beautifully restored 1933 winery designed by Howard Backen. Enjoy bold wines in a modern tasting room overlooking the valley. |
Wednesday, October 15 — Downtown Napa Day Trip
| 10:00 AM | Buses depart Silverado resort for Napa. |
| 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Historic Downtown Walking Tour A docent-led journey through Napa’s storied past. Discover landmarks along First Street, Main Street, and the scenic River Walk. |
| 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM | Lunch at Celadon Award-winning dining in the Historic Napa Mill. Seasonal menus inspired by the Mediterranean, Asia, and the Americas. |
| 1:45 PM – 3:30 PM | Discover Downtown Napa Enjoy free time for shopping, exploring boutiques, and relaxing by the Napa River. |
Thursday, October 16 — Silverado Resort Based Activities
| 1:45 PM – 5:00 PM |
Discover Silverado Resort Pickelball and tennis courts are reserved from 2 to 5 pm. We will have pickelballs, tennis balls and rackets for use as needed. Bring your own clubs or rental golf clubs available for use at the driving range or course. Please contact us the Pro Shop directly at 707-257-5460. |