Small Group Tour: San Francisco, Muir Woods, Sausalito with OPTIONAL Alcatraz

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San Francisco, USA

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Overview

Discover the best of San Francisco with an unforgettable experience that lets you fully enjoy your vacation while we take care of everything for you. This all-inclusive adventure combines the city’s top attractions, the tranquil beauty of Muir Woods, and the history of Alcatraz. Explore iconic neighborhoods like Chinatown, North Beach, and Fisherman’s Wharf, cross the Golden Gate Bridge, stroll among the towering redwoods of Muir Woods, and savor a lunch break in the charming bayside town of Sausalito. Let us handle the details so you can enjoy your vacation.

This tour offers flexibility with two options:

1.) Choose a two-day adventure with Alcatraz on day one and a guided San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito tour on day two.

2.) Enjoy it all in one seamless day starting with a morning bus tour and finishing with an afternoon Alcatraz visit.

With knowledgeable guides, small group comfort, and stories that bring the city to life, this is an experience you won’t want to miss!

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Expert guides: Enjoy safe transportation and rich stories about San Francisco's history and culture.
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Gratuity
  • Hotel pickup not offered
  • Meals on own with a lunch stop in Sausalito
  • Muir Woods Entrance Fee (Free entrance for National Parks Pass holders and children 15 and under)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

710 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA

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IMPORTANT: This experience is broken up into two tours. A bus tour portion exploring the City, Muir Woods and Sausalito and an Alcatraz portion.There will be two different meeting locations for these tours:Alcatraz Tour: Pier 33Bus Tour: 710 Beach St, San Francisco CA 94122

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Alcatraz Island

For those choosing the Two-Day Tour, your Alcatraz experience begins on Day 1. You’ll travel to Pier 33 independently, where you’ll catch the ferry to Alcatraz Island for a self-paced exploration, allowing you to absorb the island’s powerful history at your leisure.If you opt for the One-Day Tour, you’ll start the day with our morning bus tour of San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito, followed by a lunch stop in Sausalito. In the afternoon, we’ll conveniently drop you off at Pier 33, where you’ll embark on the Alcatraz ferry and experience the iconic prison tour.No matter which option you choose, your Alcatraz visit is guaranteed to be an unforgettable journey into history, made seamless with our self guided tour offerings and official ticket.
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3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

North Beach (Pass By)

Voted as one of the USA's "ten great neighborhoods", North Beach is best known as the home of Little Italy. From delicious restaurants to authentic sidewalk cafes and bakeries, you will feel the charm of San Francisco as soon as you arrive.
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Fisherman's Wharf (Pass By)

One of San Francisco's most popular destinations - from beautiful old shipyards, to Boudin's Bakery and the smell of fresh clam chowder, and of course, the sea lions of Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf has it all.
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Pacific Heights

Offering one of the most scenic outlooks in all of Northern California, Pacific Heights is home to Billionaire's Row, featuring the estates of politicians, tech titans and other San Francisco celebrities (includes Mrs. Doubtfire house!).
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Presidio of San Francisco (Pass By)

Former military base, now a beautiful park that includes Crissy Field, Fort Point, Lucasfilm’s (George Lucas) headquarters and the Walt Disney Museum.
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Fort Point National Historic Site

Located just beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point gives you a front row seat to the Bay and is a great photo stop. This former military fortification was used during WWII.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Chinatown (Pass By)

Boasting the largest Chinatown in the United States, this 24-block mecca is bustling with energy, amazing food, and unique and colorful shops that give this area its charm.
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Muir Woods National Monument

Muir Woods National Monument is home to some of the oldest and most beautiful trees in the world. Many of our guests consider this stop to be the highlight of their trip.
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1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

Originally built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exhibition, this urban temple has become a San Francisco treasure, beloved by residents and visitors alike.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sausalito

Enjoy a quick and easy break, our guides provide plenty of recommendations for our favorite local spots during your visit. You are sure to fall in love with this quaint little town.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Golden Gate Bridge (Pass By)

Declared “one of the 10 wonders of the modern world,” the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most recognized symbols of San Francisco. Simply stunning!
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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A current passport or any government issued ID is required to redeem Alcatraz tickets.
  • Please contact us directly in regards to hotel pick-ups.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-30758P7

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