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San Francisco to Santa Cruz Day Trip: Redwoods and Beach Fun
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San Francisco to Santa Cruz Day Trip: Redwoods and Beach Fun

Venture from San Francisco to Santa Cruz for a day filled with nature and seaside excitement. First stop at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, where...

9 to 10 hours • Free Cancellation
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San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour
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San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour

Escape the hustle and bustle with a journey to two of Northern California’s most spectacular national parks: Yosemite National Park and Sequoia and Kings Canyon...

2 days
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$428
Private Yosemite Day Trip from San Francisco w/Giant Sequoias
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Private Yosemite Day Trip from San Francisco w/Giant Sequoias

Yosemite National Park, renowned for its towering granite walls and Giant Sequoias, awaits on this exclusive private day trip from San Francisco. This 12 to...

12 to 13 hours • Hotel pickup offered
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$1,500
Wing Surfing and Foiling Experience
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Wing Surfing and Foiling Experience

Ever wanted to fly across the water? Now's the time. Come and explore the thrill of wing surfing/foiling in the San Francisco Bay. Learn from...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Learn to eFoil on the San Francisco Bay
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Learn to eFoil on the San Francisco Bay

Float above the water on an electric hydrofoil and carve past San Francisco’s skyline—no waves or prior surf needed. Launch into calm Crane Cove the...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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$350
Exclusive Napa Valley Wine Tour
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Exclusive Napa Valley Wine Tour

Spending extended time in San Francisco? What a better way to spend your day than a romantic, relaxing San Francisco to Napa Valley Wine Tour—without...

8 hours
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$930
San Francisco's Glen Park and Glen Canyon: A Self-Guided Tour
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San Francisco's Glen Park and Glen Canyon: A Self-Guided Tour

The village of Glen Park is nestled among the slopes of the San Miguel Hills near the heart of San Francisco, just south of Twin...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
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Private Full Day Yosemite National Park Tour from San Francisco
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Private Full Day Yosemite National Park Tour from San Francisco

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to Yosemite from SFO -something you don’t want to miss. Enjoy the great the great outdoors with both...

13 to 14 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
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California Academy of Sciences NightLife Plus Admission Ticket
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California Academy of Sciences NightLife Plus Admission Ticket

Explore the nocturnal side of the Academy at NightLife and see what's revealed. Enjoy an amplified evening with access to a private exhibit area with...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
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$75
San Francisco to Yellowstone and Las Vegas 7-Day Tour
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San Francisco to Yellowstone and Las Vegas 7-Day Tour

*To ensure availability, it's best to book at least seven days in advance, as hotel rooms can occasionally be in short supply. Embark on an...

7 days
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$1,615
San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour
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San Francisco to Zion, Bryce, and Grand Canyon 4 Day Tour

*To ensure availability, it's best to book at least 7 days in advance, as hotel rooms can occasionally be in short supply. We'll have two...

4 days
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$978
Yosemite and Lake Tahoe 3 Day Vacation PackageHotel Included
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Yosemite and Lake Tahoe 3 Day Vacation PackageHotel Included

Discover the Ultimate Lake Tahoe & Yosemite National Park 3-Day Private Tour Package — where world-class sights meet breathtaking natural wonders. This exclusive, worry-free getaway...

3 days • Hotel pickup offered
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$1,349
California Central Coast 3-Day Private Tour from San Francisco
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California Central Coast 3-Day Private Tour from San Francisco

California Dreamin’: The Ultimate 3-Day Coastal Escape A Luxury Getaway Along California’s Breathtaking Central Coast Ready for the ultimate road trip through the Golden State?...

3 days • Hotel pickup offered
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$1,913
Yosemite National Park 2-Day Private Tour Package Hotel Accommodation Included
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Yosemite National Park 2-Day Private Tour Package Hotel Accommodation Included

Enjoy a memorable 2-day Yosemite National Park private custom adventure with hotel accommodation included. This is a hassle-free travel package with an easy and secure...

2 days • Hotel pickup offered
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$899
2-Day Adventure to Lake Tahoe Premier Sights and Attractions
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2-Day Adventure to Lake Tahoe Premier Sights and Attractions

Step into Lake Tahoe's Unparalleled 2-Day Adventure! Your Gateway to Summer and Winter Wonders Unveiled! Lake Tahoe isn't just any destination—it's a paradise for nature...

2 days • Hotel pickup offered
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$895
The ultimate Yosemite & Lake Tahoe 4-Day Vacation Package with Hotel included
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The ultimate Yosemite & Lake Tahoe 4-Day Vacation Package with Hotel included

Lake Tahoe & Yosemite Private Tour – 4-Day Luxury Adventure to California’s Top Natural Wonders, Scenic Roads, Outdoor Activities & Hidden Gems Ready to escape...

4 days • Hotel pickup offered
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$1,910
The Ultimate 3-Day Vacation Package to Majestic Lake Tahoe
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The Ultimate 3-Day Vacation Package to Majestic Lake Tahoe

3-Day Lake Tahoe Private Tour from San Francisco – Year-Round Luxury Adventure with Lodging, Scenic Wonders & Hidden Gems! Get ready for the ultimate 3-day...

3 days • Hotel pickup offered
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$1,399
Private Redwoods Tour & Horseback Riding Experience
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Private Redwoods Tour & Horseback Riding Experience

Embark on the Ultimate Horseback Riding & Redwood Adventure! Leave the crowds behind and check off your bucket-list adventure with a private 9-hour getaway. Enjoy...

9 hours • Hotel pickup offered
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$375
Private Whitewater Rafting Experience with San Francisco Pickup
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Private Whitewater Rafting Experience with San Francisco Pickup

Whitewater River Rafting Thrills in California’s Gold Country! Craving adventure? Embark on an epic full-day escape from San Francisco to experience the wild thrill of...

10 hours • Hotel pickup offered
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$497
Horseback Ride on the Beach & Alcatraz Tour in San Francisco
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Horseback Ride on the Beach & Alcatraz Tour in San Francisco

Ride Into the Wild & Escape to Alcatraz – All in One Epic Day! Saddle up for a thrilling, all-in-one adventure combining two unforgettable California...

5 hours • Hotel pickup offered
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$436

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Day trip to Yosemite National Park
New York City
Private Full Day Yosemite National Park Tour from San Francisco
ingolfs102, Jun 2026
Day trip to Yosemite National Park
The trip was memorable. Michael, who drove us and guided us throughout the trip was truly amazing. He took care of all the smallest details to ensure that we were always comfortable and enjoyed our trip thoroughly surrounded by intersting informations around the various highlights. We got enough time for taking pictures and enjoying the scenery. Definitely a highlight besides the park itself: the picknick incl. some great wine. We fully enjoyed the beauty of Yosemite Park and the various sights on the way to the park.
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Great experience
New York City
San Francisco to Kings Canyon and Yosemite 2 Day Tour
Oleksiy_M, Apr 2026
Great experience
I really loved the experience! The whole trip was very enjoyable and the travel guide was an amazing!
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A Perfect Day in Nature Thanks to Maggie
New York City
San Francisco to Santa Cruz Day Trip: Redwoods and Beach Fun
Relax728035, Nov 2025
A Perfect Day in Nature Thanks to Maggie
The experience was fantastic. Maggie was an outstanding host and guide—thoughtful, knowledgeable, and fun. The van was stocked with great snacks, and she gave us plenty of freedom and time to explore both the Redwoods and the beach. We spent most of the day immersed in stunning nature, watching surfers, and enjoying hot dogs—not stuck in a van. I’d absolutely book this again. Thanks, Maggie!
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Efoiling FTW!
New York City
Learn to eFoil on the San Francisco Bay
sethsA4273PE, Aug 2025
Efoiling FTW!
Adam is a great efoil instructor. Knowledgeable and patient. I learned a ton in one lesson and was up on foil by end. Amazing!
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Great teacher
New York City
Wing Surfing and Foiling Experience
juliebinot, May 2025
Great teacher
Learning wing foil basics with Eric was a pleasure! He is very patient and can teach very well. Would 100% recommend!
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You’re Amazing
New York City
Private Yosemite Day Trip from San Francisco w/Giant Sequoias
A1580PPalexs, Mar 2025
You’re Amazing
We used Eric’s VIP tours for two days in SanFrancisco. Erie is very punctual, professional, and patient. He’s quite knowledgeable about San Francisco and Muir Woods. We also experienced Yosemite with Eric’s Private tours. Incredible that we saw so much of the park, did two hikes, had super chill lunch in the park, and did not feel rushed at any time.
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Great experience but a few administrative problems
New York City
California Academy of Sciences NightLife Plus Admission Ticket
Bruce_W, Oct 2024
Great experience but a few administrative problems
Although the Academy was excellent there were some problems with the ticketing that should be addressed. Nobody seemed to know about the tickets that were supposed to be issued to us on arrival but the staff did sort out the problem without too many hassles.
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Excellent audioguide tour
New York City
San Francisco’s Glen Park and Glen Canyon: A Self-Guided Tour
Diane_D, May 2023
Excellent audioguide tour
The tour was very interesting and informative, and the GPS-enabled audioguide worked perfectly. Would highly recommend this app (VoiceMaps) and this provider (San Francisco Tramping).
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Great experience with the RSTWine Tour!!
New York City
Exclusive Napa Valley Wine Tour
Olivia56702, Aug 2020
Great experience with the RSTWine Tour!!
We booked a wine tour through RST at the last minute, and I am so pleased with how accommodating, friendly, and knowledgeable the entire company has been. Lisa was super helpful when we called, literally the day before, we were looking to have a driver pick us up and drop us off in Oakland for an 8 hour tour in Napa across a few wineries. Eugene picked us up at 8am and helped us chart an amazing day. We had a few winery appointments already, and he filled out our day with some really exceptional exceptions culminating in a killer lunch. Eugene was attentive, personable, entertaining, and super knowledgeable. Given there were only three of us on the tour, we really enjoyed connecting with him and welcoming into our family for the day! I can't recommend RST more for exceptional service. Feels like you're riding with a good friend...that knows way more about Napa than you do. 🙂
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10/10 VIP Tour
New York City
California Academy of Sciences NightLife Plus Admission Ticket
all0vertraveller, Jan 2020
10/10 VIP Tour
It was a fantastic tour - great value for what is included! Only complaint is that we didn't get to see as much as the academy afterwards since it closes at 10pm. Suggest taking the 6pm tour and don't miss the earthquake simulator!
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I want to give my review...
New York City
San Francisco to Yellowstone and Las Vegas 7-Day Tour
Tan_K, Jun 2025
I want to give my review...
I want to give my review regarding my recent tour experience, which unfortunately fell short of expectations in several areas:1) Group Size and Time Management Our tour group comprised > 50 participants (Stated maximum 12 travelers here?!), and each restroom stop took approximately 10 minutes, causing significant delays to the itinerary.2) Language Expectation The tour was promoted as an English-speaking tour. However, there were inconsistencies in the language used, mostly conducted in Mandarin!3) Bus Seating Privileges I was unaware that there was an option to purchase seats in the first three rows of the bus. This option was not offered to us, and I would appreciate clarification on how such privileges were communicated or allocated.4) Bus Facilities and Communication The bus had only one exit, which made boarding and alighting for such big groups very inefficient. Additionally, the tour guide's audio announcements were difficult to hear, leading to confusion among participants.5) Optional Tours Notification We were only informed about optional tours on the second day of the trip. Unfortunately, by that time, many participants, including my family, did not have sufficient cash on hand to join.6) Day 3 Dinner Arrangement The dinner on the third day was poorly organised. Participants who did not opt for the Chinese set dinner were left to find their meals, with only a nearby supermarket available. My family had to eat on a cold, windy public bench outside the store, which was far from ideal.7) Room Allocation Issue We booked accommodation for three guests, but on Day 3, we were assigned a room that could only accommodate two people. The group were split into 2 accommodation areas, hence we reached our hotel about 10 pm due to extra waiting.8) However, I understand that most of the issues mentioned above may be partly due to the company’s arrangements. I would like to express my appreciation to our tour guide, Mr. Charles, who remained patient and consistently did his best to serve the big group throughout the trip. The destinations and scenery were truly fantastic.
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