* Times listed are approximates only. Traffic and other unforeseen issues can cause delays or changes in these time which are out of our control.
* We offer pick-up at major hotels in downtown San Francisco or Fisherman's Wharf area. Please tell us your hotel location in the comments column when booking. We will then confirm availability for you.
Day 1: San Francisco-Muir Woods - Sausalito-San Francisco
Golden Gate Bridge
The world-famous remarkable Art Deco reddish-orange suspension bridge that crosses the Golden Gate Strait is a symbol of San Francisco and one of the most photographed bridges in the world. The Golden Gate Bridge opened in 1937 after almost four years of construction and its main engineer Joseph Strauss wrote a poem entitled "A Mighty Task is Done" about its completion. The Golden Gate Bridge Pavilion opened in 2012 as an on-site visitor's center for the structure's 75th anniversary and the 8,981-foot bridge attracts approximately 12 million people annually.
Sausalito
The charming coastal city located not far from San Francisco in Northern California resembles a picture-perfect Mediterranean community and is a popular destination to visit and live. Sausalito contains more than 400 houseboats and singer Otis Redding wrote his hit "Dock of the Bay" while staying on a Sausalito houseboat in 1967. The city named for the Spanish word for "small willow grove" was first developed by William Richardson in 1838 and was an important site for fishing, transportation and shipbuilding in the past. Sausalito has been featured or referred to in many books, television shows, movies and songs.
Muir Woods National Monument
The 554-acre Northern California national park features 240 acres of old coast redwood trees, which are the largest tree species on earth and range in age from 400-800 years old. Muir Woods National Park was designated a national monument in 1908 by United States President Theodore Roosevelt after the coast redwood forest preservation efforts of U.S. Congressman William Kent and his wife Elizabeth. It was named after wilderness advocate John Muir as Kent requested. Visiting this spectacular redwood museum along The Golden State's coast is an unparalleled experience.
This guided tour slows down the pace so you can fully experience MuirWoods, the giant redwood forest nearest to San Francisco.Board your tourin San Francisco and cross the 1.7-mile Golden Gate Bridge on your way tothe historical monument.
After arriving at serene Muir Woods, you’ll spend free time exploring thisnatural treasure set aside by President Theodore Roosevelt in 1908 as anational monument. Today, you’ll find plenty of park rangers who are happyto answer your questions.
Thereare many trails to choose from, all with views of toweringCaliforniaRedwoods, some over 250 feet tall. Our favorite trail meanders along theshadowy Redwood Creek where the tallest trees are located. Be on thelookout forthe northern spotted owl, deer,and other native creatures to thearea.
Although the stars of the show are the redwoods, Muir Woods is host to 13species of ferns, a plant that has been on earth for more than 300 millionyears. Take the time to identify lady, maidenhair and goldback ferns as youlower your gaze from the redwood canopy above you.
Then, we’ll re-board your tour vehicle andheadoff to Sausalito,aseasidecommunity full of charm and unforgettable views of San Francisco. You’llhave time for lunch and browsing some of the charming shops. Takepicturesagainst the city skyline across the bay, then post them to your social mediatimeline so your friends can share the experience with you.
When you are ready, boardaferry for a cruise that floats by Angel Island and Alcatraz. Marvel at the Golden Gate Bridge and snapshareablepanoramic memories of the San Francisco skyline.
AM Tour Itinerary
Duration: 5 hours approximately
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7:30 AM-8:00 AM |
Pick up at San Francisco Hotels in Downtown or Fisherman's Wharf area. |
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8:00 AM–8:45AM |
●Make memories crossing over theGolden Gate Bridge. |
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8:45 AM - 10:15 AM |
●Stroll the boardwalks and creek bridges under the Coastal Redwoods |
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10:30AM-11:30AM |
●Arrive in the charming seaside town of Sausalito |
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12:30 PM-1:00 PM |
●Option 1: Extend your time in Sausalito and take one of the Blue andGold ferry boats that depart approximately every hour to SanFrancisco’s Pier 41 or the Ferry Building |
* Times listed are approximates only. Traffic and other unforeseen issues can cause delays or changes in these time which are out of our control.
Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.
* This tour meets a minimum number of 4 passengers.
* Adult age: 12 and older.
* Child age: 11 and younger(Minimum age for tours is 18 months)
●Muir Woods park entry
●Explore seaside Sausalito
●Ferry boat ride back to San Francisco (optional)
●Pickup at most San Francisco hotels
* Meal or beverages
* Tips for tour guide/driver (15% recommended)
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* This tour cannot be refunded once reservation confirmed.
* Baggage allowance policy:
This tour doesn't expect our guests to have luggage (suitcases and such). If guests do, they need to notify us 48 hours in advance and the luggage policy should apply.
* The tour is narrated in English but we offer complimentary audio guides in 8 languages: Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Mandarin, Japanese, and Portuguese. You need to let us know which language you would like to request. Please leave us a message when you make reservation. On the day of the tour, you only have to hand a deposit of $20 per audio set or a valid photo ID to the driver. You will receive the money or ID back at the end of the day when you return the audio tours. Complimentary disposable headphones included but you are welcome to also use your own headphones.
* We offer pick-up at major hotels in downtown San Francisco or Fisherman's Wharf area. Please tell us your hotel location in the comments column when booking. We will then confirm availability for you.
* The pick-up time is from 7:00am to 8:30am, 1:30pm. Please arrive at the pick-up location 10-15 minutes prior to the requested pick-up time.
* As a courtesy to fellow passengers, it's important to be on time. If clients are late or miss a scheduled pick-up time for the tour, please contact our office IMMEDIATELY. An alternative pick-up location may be arranged at the customer's expense, subject to availability. Any guest who misses their tour entirely will forfeit their seat on the tour. No refunds will be issued.
* For child under 8 years old:
Please note that for your child's safety, we require you to bring a child safety seat or booster seat for all children that are not at least 8 years of age or 4' 9" or 144 cm in height as dictated by California State Law. You will be required to provide your own child seat on all motor vehicle tours. Failure to provide a seat for your child will result in forfeiture of your seats on the tour without refund. If your child is 8 years or older or 4’9” in height you do not need to provide a child seat, however, please let us know.
* We will assess a cleaning fee of up to $100 for any passenger who permanently stains or renders this vehicle temporarily unfit for passengers due to spillage of any substance such that the vehicle must be taken out of service and cleaned.
* This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.
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Had a wonderful time on this half day tour! It was a well timed experience and was so much fun! Joe was our guide and he made the experience fun AND we learned a lot! Highly recommend for anyone visiting who doesn’t have a car. This was a great way to leave the city for a bit and explore the woods!
Highly recommended!!!
The tour guide went above and beyond and took us to more stops than we paid for!! He was awesome!! Highly recommended!!!
Trip was pleasant
Trip was pleasant. Tour guide is knowable and hilarious. Got alot of beautiful memorable pictures. Love to do it again
Great experience
Joe was a really good guide and very knowledgeable! He gave us plenty of time to explore the woods and Sausalito and also had so many good recommendations.
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One pick-up location was conveniently near my hotel. My driver was very informative and cautious. Stopped at the Rest Station prior to Muir Woods and was able to get stunning pics of GG Bridge. Tour provided plenty of time to see the Muir Woods and Sausalito. I also had the 4 hr bike rental and the Driver dropped me off a the shop. I was able to ride bike along the waterfront to Oracle stadium. Why should you do this tour? Great way to see a lot in a short amount of time and most importantly...safe! Very cautious and informative driver.