3-Day Route 1, San Francisco, Yosemite Guided Tour from Los Angeles (Admissions Inclusive)
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I joined in the 3-day San Francisco alone. The tour was full of attractions. Thanks to the experienced tour guide, Dorit, I enjoyed very much. She had a lot of knowledge about each sightseeing spot. And she always payed attention to each guest to be able to enjoy and be comfortable. She was a good photographer,too. She took each guest's picture at good photo spots. I respect her as a professional tour guide. The drive, Sam was perfect. I felt safe and comfortable all the way. The price of the tour was reasonable. I want to join other tours with Dorit and Sam again.
Keiko, 2017-03-05
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visits to Santa Barbara, Route No. 1, San Francisco, Yosemite National Park. 2-night hotel accommodations. Fully Escorted.
- Tour is available in English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Chinese, Japanese, and Hebrew.
- Admission to Yosemite National Park (summer) or Hearst Castle (winter)
- 2 nights hotel accommodation including continental breakfast
Itinerary
Summer Route (April 1 – Oct 31): In the morning, guests will be picked up from the specified departure location in Los Angeles. Leaving LA, we will drive along the beautiful Pacific Coast Highway, stopping in Santa Barbara. Visit a
Spanish Mission and learn how these religious outposts were key in the development of the entire region. Continue to Denmark Village of Solvang. We head north to the world famous Route #1 where we get to see the spectacular California coastline up close (small vehicles will travelthe southern portion of route 1 while full size coaches
will travel the 17-mile drive exclusively). Afterwards, we will leave for Carmel, Enjoy some free time to stroll in town before
departing to reach our hotel for overnight.
Winter Route (Nov 1 – Mar 31): Depart north up the spectacular California Coast to the first stop in Santa Barbara. We start our tour when we stop at the heart of downtown at “state street promenade” stroll through the exclusive shops and restaurants at this beautiful part of town which is insulated from traffic while enjoying the architectural beauty, sights and sounds in a peaceful setting. Continue to Santa Barbara beaches and Stearns wharf to “walk on the water” and enjoy the beautiful view of the ocean, we finish our visit at the Spanish Mission Santa Barbara and learn how these religious outposts were key in the development of the entire region. From the mission we continue to Solvang. Enjoy the Danish-style architecture while browse in the local shops and restaurants. After our lunch break, we head north through Silicon Valley before departing to reach our hotel for overnight.
Santa Barbara, CA
"The American Riviera" in southern California is known for its year-round warm weather. It features miles of beaches as well as historic landmarks like the Mission Santa Barbara, a still-functioning church founded by Spanish missionaries in the 18th century.
Santa Barbara County Courthouse
This courthouse was constructed in 1929 to serve as main judiciary center in Santa Barbara. Its design resembles the iconic white adobe and red-tiled roofs of the local Spanish-influenced architecture.
State Street
This is one of the major streets that runs north-south through downtown Santa Barbara, home to some of the city's best shops and restaurants. Visitors could spend an entire afternoon walking up and down the blocks!
Solvang, CA
Antiquated windmills and Northern Europeans-style architecture punctuate the little village's skyline. Brilliant sunshine, boundless open country and rolling hills- these are the characteristics of what the original Danish immigrants called "Solvang" or "Sunny Field"
Denmark Village
This small city near Santa Barbara, California is a popular California tourist spot due to its historical significance. The town was settled by Danish immigrants, and today serves as a portal to the past for curious visitors.
Monterey, CA
Monterey was the capital of Alta California under both Spain and Mexico. It was the only port of entry for taxable goods in California. In 1846 the U.S. flag was raised over the Customs House, and California became part of the United States after the ensuing Mexican-American War.
17-Mile Drive
This breathtaking stretch of coastline along California's Monterey Peninsula takes visitors through a maze of beautiful scenery, unique wildlife, and amazing mansions. Enjoy shopping and dining along the way in addition to taking in the vistas.
Carmel, CA
Officially called Carmel-by-the-Sea, this coastal Southern California town is known for its amazing scenery as well as its art scene past and present. Former mayors include Clint Eastwood, Perry Newberry, and Herbert Heron, among other artistic icons.
In the morning, we will tour San Francisco. We start our tour at the Fisherman's Wharf with a cruise in the world famous bay, under the Golden Gate Bridge and around the notorious Alcatraz Island. Return to Pier 39 for a leisurely lunch before an afternoon tour that takes in all the city's famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union square, Chinatown and Nob Hill. Our tour ends with a night view of the city from the Bay Bridge.
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco, the heart of central California's Bay Area, is famous for its iconic Golden Gate Bridge, its unique culture, and its position at the forefront of technological innovation. Beautiful weather and waterfront views await visitors as well!
Fisherman's Wharf
This San Francisco neighborhood is a popular tourist area due to its lovely scenery and abundance of shops, restaurants, museums, and other attractions. The area also hosts several annual events, such as a July 4th fireworks show.
Golden Gate Bridge
The iconic arches of San Francisco, California's Golden Gate Bridge are known the world over as a symbol of California and the San Francisco Bay area. From movies to postcards, the Golden Gate Bridge is an American icon.
Union Square
This California Historical Landmark has become a popular tourist destination for both its historical significance and its shops and culture. The square itself is a public plaza, and the neighborhood extends for several blocks around it.
San Francisco Bay Cruise
Take a boat ride around one of the most famous and historical bays in the United States, the famous San Francisco Bay. Guests can enjoy the scenic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Angel Island.
San Francisco Chinatown
San Francisco's incredibly famous Chinatown neighborhood in the oldest Chinatown in North America and the largest Chinese community outside of Asia. Established in 1848, this once-small enclave has grown to over 100,000 residents and draws tons of tourists annually.
Summer Route:After departing from San Francisco in the morning, we will make our to the magnificent Yosemite National Park. We will return to Los Angeles, CA in the late evening. See "Departure and Return Details" for more information.
Winter Route: We start the day with a tour of Monterrey to include the wharf and Cannery Row after our tour we continue our tour of the beautifulCalifornia Coast with a visit to the town of Carmel. Enjoy
some free time to stroll in town and enjoy the beautiful
boutiques and galleries. We head south to the worldfamous
Route #1 where we get to see the spectacular
California coastline up close (small vehicles will travel the southern portion of route 1 while full size coaches
will travel the 17 mile drive exclusively). In the evening, drive back to return to Los Angeles.
Yosemite National Park, CA
Yosemite National Park in central California is best known for the amazing granite cliffs of the Yosemite Valley as well as the towering Yosemite Falls and Sequoias. Millions of people every year journey to this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Departure & Return
| Location | Address | Departure | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | 6:30am | 7:00pm | |
| Culver City, CA | 7:00am | 7:00pm |
*Return time is an estimate and varies based on traffic and weather conditions.
- The exact return time is subject to weather and traffic. Please check with the tour guide on the tour.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Price Excludes
Additional Notes
- Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, French, Chinese, Japanese, and Hebrew.), requested language must be specified at the time of booking. Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
- Lodging: Single price is for one person staying in one room. Double, Triple and Quadruple prices are for two people, three people and four people staying in one room respectively. Children who are 2 or under is free of charge, and they have to share room with adults.There are two beds per room in all hotels, and there is no extra bed provided.
Policies
For every reservation there must be at least 1 person who is 18 years of age. Children under 2 years of age travel free of charge.
Child rates: Child rates apply to those who are 2-14 yrs old. Customers are welcome to use child safety seats on that have lap and/or shoulder belts/harnesses. Children sharing a room with 2 adult passengers pay the same price as a third or fourth adult.
Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a receipt of booking by email. All tours can be confirmed within 1-2 business day.
You will receive an confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order was received. Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Email (e-ticket). When you reserve your attractions and services you will be asked to print e-tickets to present when you arrive at your destination. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.
All purchases will be confirmed within one business day after purchase.
Luggage is limited to one piece per person.
(Notification day and departure day are not counted) For all tours up to 3 days prior to departure no fees. Within 3 days of departure full cancellation penalty applies. Note:The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
All passengers are required to have proper identification when entering or leaving the United States. On tours traveling to Canada clients have the responsibility to make sure in advance that visa requirements are met.
Q & A (3)
Customer Q & As
Ask a QuestionHi just want to ask if the stay in hotel is included?
Thanks
Dear Customer,
Yes the 2 night hotel accommodation is included in the price.
What is the difference between this tour and "3-Day California Express Rt 1, Golden Gate Bridge Tour from Los Angeles * Fully Guided *Tour Code: 737-920"?
The only difference for these 2 tours would be the pick up locations. 137-281 only has 1 pick up point at 6:30 AM on West 3rd x South Fairfax. The other tour 737-920 has 2 pick up points at 7:00 am on West 3rd x South Fairfax & 7:30 am on 5990 Green Valley Circle.
is this tour in spanish????
Spanish is available for this tour. However, requested language must be specified at the time of booking. Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
Reviews (4)
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I joined in the 3-day San Francisco alone. The tour was full of attractions. Thanks to the experienced tour guide, Dorit, I enjoyed very much. She had a lot of knowledge about each sightseeing spot. And she always payed attention to each guest to be able to enjoy and be comfortable. She was a good photographer,too. She took each guest's picture at good photo spots. I respect her as a professional tour guide. The drive, Sam was perfect. I felt safe and comfortable all the way. The price of the tour was reasonable. I want to join other tours with Dorit and Sam again.
I recommend this tour!
We have had a great tour with many attractions. Along the beautiful coast between LA and SF, interesting places in San Francisco and finally the breathtaking nature of the Yosemite Park.
We would like to thank you for our excellent tour guide, Michael Hansel. He guided us individually and professionally through the whole tour and also helped generously in an emergency situation.
I recommend this tour!
We have had a great tour with many attractions. Along the beautiful coast between LA and SF, interesting places in San Francisco and finally the breathtaking nature of the Yosemite Park.
We would like to thank you for our excellent tour guide, Michael Hansel. He guided us individually and professionally through the whole tour and also helped generously in an emergency situation.
I recommend this tour!
I travelled alone and decided to purchase 3 day trip to San Francisco i have to say it was the best decision ever. Our tour guide Richard was one of the best guides ive been with. We all went to places based on the itinerary plus we also visited places that wasnt included in the itinerary.
We were in good hands! Best trip!
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Replied by Taketours on 2012-09-14
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