Day Trips & Excursions
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See two of Northern California’s most spectacular destinations in one great day with this San Francisco day trip tour. Visit some of the best wineries for wine tasting and explore historic Sonoma Town Square on the Wine Country tour portion, then walk among some of the world’s largest trees, the Giant Pacific Coast Redwoods, while exploring Muir Woods.
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For those seeking an intimate Northern California tour experience, the Private SUV Tour of Monterey and Carmel is the way to go. Traveling in a luxury SUV, guests will begin in San Francisco, cruise down breathtaking Highway 1 and arrive in the Monterey Peninsula for a full tour of Monterey and Carmel. Plenty of time is allotted for photos and visiting destinations like Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
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A full day tour lasting approximately 12 hours, the private tour of Yosemite is one of San Francisco’s most unique day trip options. After an easy passenger van- or motor coach-ride up to Yosemite, small groups of no more than six will enjoy a personalized, intimate tour of the beautiful park, visiting incredible waterfalls, seeing the famous Half Dome cliffs and more.
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A full-day tour down Northern California’s spectacular coastline, this sightseeing option begins in San Francisco and takes travelers all the way to Carmel, Monterey and Santa Cruz. Once on the Monterey Peninsula, travelers can enjoy visiting Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, then taking the famous 17-mile drive, visiting Carmel-by-the-Sea then returning to San Francisco via Silicon Valley.
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Located just outside of San Francisco, the high-end seaside city of Sausalito is filled with parks, harbors, bike paths, bayside restaurants and high-end boutiques. With this San Francisco segway tour, travelers can explore this beautiful city up close, visiting community highlights and taking plenty of breaks for photos and refreshments.
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A San Francisco day trip to one of the most renowned parks in California, this adventure is one for nature lovers of every age. Departing bright and early from San Francisco on a climate controlled coach, this fully guided tour visits such infamous Yosemite sights as Yosemite Falls, the Half Dome Cliffs, Cathedral Rocks and El Capitan.
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Extranomical Adventures offers a unique tour experience of Yosemite and the Giant Sequoias, departing from downtown San Francisco. Guests are picked up from their San Francisco hotel, the West Oakland Bart Station or Dublin/Pleasanton Bart Station and then continue east through the San Joaquin Valley, into the foothills through gold country and up into the Sierra Nevadas and Yosemite National Park. Knowledgeable guides lead the tour to Yosemite's well-known points of interest, including El Capitan, Inspiration Point, Bridalveil Falls, Half Dome and Yosemite Falls. The small 15-person vans allow access to Yosemite's lesser-visited areas higher in the park. Guests can experience the majestic Giant Sequoia Groves before beginning the return trip to San Francisco.
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This San Francisco day trip starts out at the lovely Golden Gate Bridge and then takes travelers through the mountains to Muir Woods. Discover the solitude and beauty of this ancient forest and get a first-hand view of some of California’s renowned redwoods. The tour continues through charming Sausalito. Browse shops, stroll along the beach and take pictures of this coastal town. This day trip also includes a ferry ride to Alcatraz Island.
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Slip away from the buzz of the city with this incredible two-day journey through one of California’s most prized national parks. Visitors will hike and explore through famous Yosemite National Park and take in the majestic Sequoia trees surrounding them. Travelers are assured to see such highlights as High Country, El Capitan, the Half Dome, Bridalveil Falls, Inspiration Point, and Yosemite Falls- the tallest falls in California.
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First time campers welcome! This three day camping adventure in Yosemite National Park is great for families and explorers alike. The tour guides here will be sure to take their group off the beaten path to discover such sites as El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and, of course, Yosemite Falls.
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This relaxing ride up gorgeous Highway 1 is the best way to see the California coast in just one day. Starting at San Francisco, travelers will enjoy a sun-filled ride down the coast to the Monterey Peninsula. After having a lovely lunch in Monterey, travelers have the option to visit the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, and will get to see Steinbeck’s Cannery Row and the quaint village of Carmel by the Sea.
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This San Francisco tour begins with breathtaking views of the Golden Gate from Vista Point and then continues into the Muir Woods where visitors can discover the beauty and majesty of the California redwoods, some of the oldest and tallest trees in the world. Head over to Sausalito and enjoy an afternoon of shopping, strolling along the beach and viewing some of the unique art this town has to offer. The tour concludes with the Golden Gate Bay Cruise. This fully narrated cruise travels under the Golden Gate and offers close-up views of all the islands in the Bay.
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Enjoy a relaxing trip away from the bustle of the city, without taking up more than half a day! This half-day tour through Muir Woods takes visitors for a up-close look of the Giant Redwoods. After exploring in the wood for 75 minutes, travelers can relax at the small Mediterranean style village of Sausalito. Visitors will also indulge in a trip to San Francisco’s famous Vista Point.
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This is the perfect day trip for visitors who want to see all that San Francisco has to offer in a short amount of time. Travelers get the best of both worlds with a fantastic guided city tour as well as a trip to Muir Woods and quaint town of Sausalito. Attractions visitors will see along the way are landmarks such as Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf, North Beach, and Presidio National Park.
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This exciting day trip offers tourists a visit to the spooky Winchester Mystery House, where visitors can see the labyrinth of doors and halls in this curious San Jose home. After that visitors will enjoy a breathtaking view of the San Francisco bay and a quick exploration of the Redwoods in Muir Woods. The trip winds down with a relaxing jaunt to Sausalito where travelers can stroll on the beach or make memories in the picturesque town.
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This tour is great for people who want an intimate experience with some of California’s most majestic plant life. A minivan takes a small group of passengers to enjoy the vast landscape of Yosemite National Park. This six hour stay in Yosemite will give you all the time you need to explore all the fantastic wildlife and plant life this national park has to offer.
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This Yosemite National Park is a day escape from the bustle of the city. Take a breath of fresh air and enjoy a fully planned day in Yosemite. Visitors will get both a guided tour of the park as well as three hours to explore the landscape alone. Travelers will see the beauty of the Great Central Valley, following the Merced River up to the grand Sierra Nevada Mountains. A view of the glaciers that cut through these mountains is an awe-inspiring way to end the day.
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