Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour
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About This Tour in San Francisco
Why Visit San Francisco?
San Francisco combines stunning natural beauty with innovative culture. From the iconic Golden Gate Bridge to Alcatraz Island, explore diverse neighborhoods, world-class cuisine, and tech-forward attractions. Experience the charm of cable cars, vibrant street art, and the beautiful waterfront.
Getting to San Francisco
The easiest way to reach San Francisco is by flying into San Francisco International Airport (SFO) or Oakland International Airport (OAK). From the airport, you can take a taxi, rideshare service (Uber, Lyft), or public transportation to reach the city center. Many hotels also offer shuttle services, and rental cars are widely available for exploring the area.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Professional and experienced guide
- Entrance fee to Muir Woods National Monument
- Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the Island (Value $45.25)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel Pickup
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Pickup after Alcatraz tour
- Food and beverages except water
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- 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
- We reserve the right to book you the Alcatraz tickets in the morning and pick you up from there to go to Muir Woods and bring you back to your hotel after the tour instead of picking you up in the morning.
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Ride fromEnd Point
After the city tour, we will bring you to Pier 33, Alcatraz Landing. You will go to Alcatraz on your own, after the tour, the boat will bring you back to Pier 33. After Alcatraz, you need to return to your hotel alone. Walking distance to Fisherman's Wharf hotels or Uber/taxi to downtown.
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Ride from your hotels downtown or FIsherman's Wharf... 30 minutes
Ride from your hotels downtown or FIsherman's Wharf to the Northern Side of the Golden Gate Bridge
Go through the city and listen to the narrated tour
Go through the city and listen to the narrated tour. From Union Square to the Wharf to the Bridge. On your way, you will pass by The Palace of Fine Arts which was built for Panama-Pacific International Exposition held in San Francisco in 1915 to celebrate the completion of the Panama Canal, but it was widely seen in the city as an opportunity to showcase its recovery from the 1906 earthquake.
Drive through the oldest part of the city, the Presidio
Drive through the oldest part of the city, the Presidio. See the new Presidio Highway, the Tunnel Top Gardens, and the Crissy Field, Air Force base during WWII
Cross the most famous Bridge on Earth and... 10 minutes
Cross the most famous Bridge on Earth and enjoy stunning views of the Pacific, the Marin Headlands on your left, and the SF Bay on your right. It was opened in 1937 and is painted orange-red to be more visible in the fog. Make a short stop at the Vista Point on the Northern side and take pictures of the Bridge, the bay, Fort Baker, and downtown SF. See The Lone Sailor, a bronze sculpture, tribute to all who have served or are currently serving in the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and the Merchant Marine.
Ride from the Golde Gate Bridge to the Muir Woods 25 minutes
Ride from the Golde Gate Bridge to the Muir Woods. See the stunning views of Richardson Bay, Sausalito, Tiburon, Strawberry Point, and Mount Tamalpais. Listen to the history of Marin County, and Muir Woods.
You will spend one hour and twenty minutes... 1 hour 20 minutes
You will spend one hour and twenty minutes in the Muir Woods, US National Monument. Just 12 miles North of the city, see the tallest trees in the world, the Coastal Sequoias. Millions of years ago, sequoia trees grew throughout North America. Today, the Sequoias can be found only along the coast of California and Oregon. By the beginning of the 20th century, most of them were destroyed by fires and humans. One valley named Redwood Canyon remained uncut, mainly due to its relative inaccessibility. You will see majestic trees, you may meet dears, turkeys, chipmunks, and squirrels. You will enjoy the forest air and the stunning beauty of the tallest living objects on Earth.
After the Muir Woods, we will take you... 1 hour
After the Muir Woods, we will take you to Sausalito, one of the most beautiful little towns in America. Stunning views of the Bay, Islands, Bridges, yachts, great seafood restaurants, art galleries and souvenir shops make Sausalito a gem!
Driving you back from Sausalito to Pier 33, Alcatraz landing 30 minutes
After Sausalito, we will bring you to Alcatraz Landing on Pier 33 in the city 3 hours
After Sausalito, we will bring you to Alcatraz Landing on Pier 33 in the city. Here you will catch a boat to Alcatraz, a small Island in San Francisco Bay where the Federal Penitentiary was located from 1934 until 1963. It held the most notorious prisoners in American history, including gangsters, notorious bank robbers, and murderers... You can spend there as much time as you want, but do not miss the last boat!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
