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San Francisco Private Silicon Valley Tech Tour

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7 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Explore Silicon Valley in comfort on a fully customizable private sightseeing ride from San Francisco. Travel with your English-speaking Welcome Driver and enjoy a flexible, door-to-door experience around your interests and pace. Discover the region that shaped modern technology while your driver shares local insights, stories, and recommendations along the way.

Highlights include Stanford University, the historic HP Garage in Palo Alto, NASA Ames Research Center, Google Headquarters in Mountain View, and the Apple Park Visitor Center. Walk beautiful campuses, see iconic tech landmarks, and experience the innovative atmosphere that defines Silicon Valley.

Relax in your private vehicle as you explore top attractions, scenic areas—without rigid schedules or crowded tours. At the end of your journey, your driver will return you comfortably to San Francisco.

Pickup and drop-off from central accommodations are included.

What's Included

  • Fuel and Tolls
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Water
  • Meals and beverages
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions
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Meeting and Pickup

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Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time.Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them.Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey.Please note that our sightseeing tours does not automatically include airport pickup or drop-off. If you wish to start or end your tour at the airport, simply select the option with airport pickup included when booking if available.Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.

What To Expect

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San Francisco State University

Explore one of the world’s most prestigious universities. Enjoy time to walk through the historic Main Quad, admire the Romanesque architecture, and experience the academic atmosphere that helped shape Silicon Valley’s innovation culture.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

HP Garage

HP Garage. See the exterior of the legendary HP Garage, where Silicon Valley’s tech revolution began. This historic site marks the humble origins of Hewlett-Packard and the startup culture that transformed the region.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

NASA Ames Research Center

Stop near NASA Ames Research Center, a major research hub for space exploration, aviation, and advanced technology. This is an exterior stop focused on storytelling and photos.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Google San Francisco - 345 Spear St

Visit the Googleplex, Google’s global headquarters. Enjoy an exterior photo stop and learn about the company’s role in shaping the modern digital world.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Apple Park Visitor Center

Stop at the Apple Park Visitor Center area, near Apple’s iconic circular headquarters. Enjoy time for photos and views of the campus model from the outside.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 4-6 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
  • Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Francisco Private Silicon Valley Tech Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

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

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Francisco Private Silicon Valley Tech Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Fuel and Tolls.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Water.
  • WiFi on board.
  • All taxes and handling charges.
  • Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off.
  • Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Meals and beverages.
  • Tips and Gratuities.
  • Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the San Francisco Private Silicon Valley Tech Tour is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for San Francisco Private Silicon Valley Tech Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool San Francisco. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Fuel and Tolls
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Water
  • WiFi on board
  • All taxes and handling charges
  • Hotel or custom pickup and drop-off
  • Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
  • Meals and beverages
  • Tips and Gratuities
  • Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • For 1-3 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
  • For 4-6 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
  • Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
  • Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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