7-Day San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz, Napa Valley Tour from San Francisco
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Tour Overview
Highlights
Visit Carmel, Gilroy, Monterey, Napa Valley, San Francisco, San Simeon, Santa Cruz, Yosemite National Park. Inclusions: 6 Nights hotel accommodations, All domestic ground transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
Itinerary
After gathering in airport(SFO), we will transfer to hotel and stay over night in San Francisco.
* For passengers encountering flight delays to while transiting at another airport, it would be necessary to call us to let us know the status of the flight to ensure a smooth transfer in.
* For passengers encountering flight delays to while transiting at another airport, it would be necessary to call us to let us know the status of the flight to ensure a smooth transfer in.
We will depart from San Francisco and drive to Yosemite National Park. Here, we will get to see Tunnel View, Bridal Veil Falls, El Capitan, the Merced River, Yosemite Falls, and Half Dome. We will spend the night in Fresno.
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.
Tunnel View
This is one of Yosemite's most popular outlooks, often the first landmark that visitors come to. INear, Wawona Tunnel, it was renovated in 2008.
Bridal Veil Falls
Bridal Veil Falls are one of Yosemite's most famous geological formations, a 617-foot waterfall that flows all year round. When the wind blows strongly enough, the waterfall appears to be falling sideways.
El Capitan
El Capitan is the largest granite monolith in the world, rising about 3,000 feet above the ground, featuring notoriously difficult climbing routes that even the most experienced climbers find challenging.
Merced River
Running from the Sierra Nevada to Central Valley in California, the Merced River cuts through Yosemite National Park, and offers visitors excellent hiking trails along its banks or whitewater rafting trips through its rapids.
Yosemite Falls
This breathtaking system of waterfall is the tallest in North America at roughly 2,425 feet, and one of Yosemite National Parks most popular attractions. It is divided into three sections: the Upper Falls, Middle Cascades, and Lower Falls.
Half Dome
The Half Dome is known the world over as a challenging and rewarding hiking and mountain climbing location. It is an iconic image of Yosemite. Visitors hoping to reach the summit should come prepared for an arduous trek.
We will visit Hearst Castle in San Simeon, once the home of the media mogul William Randolph Hearst. Then we will return back to Bay Area.
San Simeon, CA
San Simeon is a town on the Pacific coast of San Luis Obispo County, California. Its position along State Route 1 is approximately halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco, each of those cities being roughly 230 miles (370 km) away. A key feature of the area is Hearst Castle.
Hearst Castle
Hearst Castle is a mansion located on the central coast of California that is a National Historic Landmark. Built in 1919 for William Randolph Hearst, the mansion is more than 90,000 square feet in area.
Today we will visit Napa Valley before shopping at Napa Premium Outlet
Napa Valley, CA
This region between San Francisco and Sacremento is internationally famous for its wines, which are considered among the best in the world. Visitors can tour many of the more than four hundred vineyards and wineries that dot the area.
Today, we will discover San Francisco! Over the course of the day, we will see the Civic Center, Twin Peaks, Golden Gate Park, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Palace of Fine Arts, Fisherman's Wharf, Market Street, and Chinatown.
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!
Golden Gate Bridge
You would be hard-pressed to name a more iconic bridge than San Francisco's Golden Gate, which connects the city to the peninsula north across the water. This massive suspension bridge is a red-orange symbol of California.
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.
Fisherman's Wharf
With its plethora of shops, museums, restaurants, and so much more, it is no wonder why this San Francisco neighborhood has become a popular tourist destination, complete with a wax museum, and aquarium, and Ripley's Believe It or Not Museum.
Golden Gate Park
The fifth most-visited park in the US, San Francisco's Golden Gate Park stretches three miles from the waterfront into the city center, and is a perfect spot to relax after exploring this beautiful city.
Civic Center
San Francisco's center of government, the Civic Center is comprised of two large plazas and City Hall, which is recognizable because of it's gilded dome rooftop. The Center also features the San Francisco Library and the Asian Art Museum.
Market Street
Market Street is an important major road in San Francisco, and has been the location of many important events in the city, usually parades. It has been compared to New York City's Broadway in terms of importance and effect.
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.
Palace of Fine Art
The grandiosely-named Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, California is a huge, ornate outdoor structure that is part of the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Its amazing architecture has made it popular for weddings and photography.
Twin Peaks
The Twin Peaks of San Francisco - Eureka and Noe - are two tall hills near the city's center, each roughly 922 feet tall, that offer stunning views of this beautiful city and the surrounding Bay Area.
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.
Today, we will see the beautiful coastline of California as we drive along the 17-Mile Drive, passing Seal Rock, the Lone Cypress, Pebble Beach, and old Fisherman's Wharf, until we reach the charming little town of Carmel. At the end of the day, we will return to San Francisco.
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.
Monterey Bay
The famous Californian Monterey Bay is world-renown for its beauty and wildlife. In addition to the scenic routes that huge the bay's shorelines, visitors can see animals like otters, bottlenose dolphins, and if they're lucky, even humpback whales.
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.
Motor high to Santa Cruz, on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, to see the Municipal Wharf. We will later continue to Bear Mountain and stop where we can visit the Roaring Camp and stroll among Redwood trees. Next, we will visit the Gilroy Premium Outlets.
After the tour, we will transfer you to the San Francisco airport.
** Please arrange your air-ticket departure from San Francisco (SFO) airport after 10:30pm.
After the tour, we will transfer you to the San Francisco airport.
** Please arrange your air-ticket departure from San Francisco (SFO) airport after 10:30pm.
Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz is situated on the northern edge of Monterey Bay, about 32 mi (51 km) south of San Jose and 75 mi (120 km) south of San Francisco. It is known for its moderate climate, natural environment, coastline, redwood forests, alternative community lifestyles and socially liberal leanings.
Roaring Camp Steam Train
The steam trains that run along Roaring Camp Railroads' lines are authentic, dating back to 1867 and the protection of an area of redwoods known as the "Big Trees." The railway was established in 1875 to carry tourists there.
Gilroy, CA
Gilroy is the southernmost city in Santa Clara County, California. Gilroy is well known for its garlic crop and for the annual Gilroy Garlic Festival, featuring various garlicky foods, including garlic ice cream.
The Gilroy Premium Outlets
The Gilroy Premium Outlets in Gilroy, California offer designer wares at bargain prices. Stores at the outdoor complex include Hugo Boss, Polo Ralph Lauren, Eddie Bauer, Brooks Brothers, Anne Taylor, Banana Republic, and many more, with more to come.
Itinerary is subject to change due to departure days.
- Tuesday Departure
- Day 1: SFO Transfer In
- Day 2: Santa Cruz Wharf / Roaring Camp,Steam Train / Gilroy Outlet
- Day 3: Napa Valley
- Day 4: San Francisco city tour
- Day 5: Yosemite National Park
- Day 6: Hearst Castle
- Day 7: Monterey / 17 Miles Drive / Carmel / Transfer out (10:30pm or later)
- Wednesday Departure
- Day 1: SFO Transfer In
- Day 2: Monterey / 17 Miles Drive / Carmel
- Day 3: Santa Cruz Wharf / Roaring Camp,Steam Train / Gilroy Outlet
- Day 4: Yosemite National Park
- Day 5: Hearst Castle
- Day 6: San Francisco city tour
- Day 7: Napa Valley / Transfer out (10:30pm or later)
- Thursday Departure
- Day 1: San Francisco Transfer in
- Day 2: Santa Cruz Wharf / Roaring Camp,Steam Train / Gilroy Outlet
- Day 3: Yosemite National Park
- Day 4: Hearst Castle
- Day 5: Monterey / 17 Miles Drive / Carmel
- Day 6: Napa Valley
- Day 7: San Francisco city tour / Transfer out (8pm or later)
- Friday Departure
- Day 1: San Francisco Transfer in
- Day 2: Yosemite National Park
- Day 3: Hearst Castle
- Day 4: San Francisco city tour
- Day 5: Monterey / 17 Miles Drive / Carmel
- Day 6: Santa Cruz Wharf / Roaring Camp,Steam Train / Gilroy Outlet
- Day 7: Napa Valley / Transfer out (10:30pm or later)
- Saturday Departure
- Day 1: San Francisco Transfer in
- Day 2: Santa Cruz Wharf / Roaring Camp,Steam Train / Gilroy Outlet
- Day 3: Monterey / 17 Miles Drive / Carmel
- Day 4: Yosemite National Park
- Day 5: Hearst Castle
- Day 6: Napa Valley
- Day 7: San Francisco city tour / Transfer out (8pm or later)
- Sunday Departure
- Day 1: San Francisco Transfer in
- Day 2: San Francisco city tour
- Day 3: Yosemite National Park
- Day 4: Hearst Castle
- Day 5: Monterey / 17 Miles Drive / Carmel
- Day 6: Santa Cruz Wharf / Roaring Camp,Steam Train / Gilroy Outlet
- Day 7: Napa Valley / Transfer out (10:30pm or later)
Departure & Return
San Francisco Airport (SFO) Pick-up:
- Complimentary airport transfer is from 9:00am to 9:00pm. All other times have to pay extra transfer fee (one way) : 1st & 2nd person $75, the 3rd person and up will be charged additional $15 per person.
- Domestic flights and flights from Canada with AA or Virgin America - From Baggage Claim area, please exit the building and turn right, walk 50 meters to "COURTYARD # 3".
- Domestic flights and flights from Canada with UA - From Baggage Claim area, please exit the building and turn right, walk 50 meters to "COURTYARD # 4".
- Domestic flights and flights from Canada with all other airlines - From baggage claim area, please exit the building and turn left, then walk 50 meters to "COURTYARD # 1".
- Domestic flights with Jet Blue - From Baggage Claim area, take the elevator to the 1st floor. Exit the elevator to "COURTYARD # A".
- International flights - Exit the U.S. Customs area and turn left, take the elevator to the 1st floor at the end of the walkway. Exit the elevator to "COURTYARD # A"
- Please arrange your flight departing from SFO after 8:00pm when your tour takes San Francisco City Tour on last day.
- Please arrange your flight departing from SFO after 10:30pm when your tour departs on other days.
Includes & Excludes
Price Includes
Price Excludes
| Destination | Adult | Child | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco, CA | |||
| San Francisco Bay Cruise (Optional) | $34 | $25 (5-17 yrs) | |
| San Simeon, CA | |||
|
Hearst Castle (Mandatory)
Grand Rooms Tour
|
$33 | $20 (5-12 yrs) | $33 |
| Santa Cruz, CA | |||
| Roaring Camp Steam Train (Optional) | $33 | $25 (2-12 yrs) | |
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco Bay Cruise (Optional)
- Adult
- $34
- Child
- $25 (5-17 yrs)
San Simeon, CA
Hearst Castle (Mandatory)
Grand Rooms Tour
- Adult
- $33
- Child
- $20 (5-12 yrs)
- Senior
- $33
Santa Cruz, CA
Roaring Camp Steam Train (Optional)
- Adult
- $33
- Child
- $25 (2-12 yrs)
- Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
- If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
Additional Notes
- Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.
- Children Seat: Children who are under 8 years old MUST be in a car seat according to California state law. Please enter your child age in the 'Child Age (if any)' field.
- No smoking is allowed in the hotel rooms at any time. Failure to comply will result in a $300.00 fine payable immediately and charged by Hotel.
- Hotel rooms are typically designed and equipped for two travelers. They usually feature a queen- or king-sized bed or two double beds, which are meant to provide adequate comfort for two travelers. And if your tour overnight at Los Angeles or Las Vegas, please book it at least 3 days before departure, or you'll pay the addtional resort fees and have no group discount.
- During September until November, Some of the biggest conventions (Apple Developers Conference, DreamForce, and Oracle OpenWorld) are held at the Moscone Center in downtown San Francisco. The price of check-in dates in Bay Area on September 11-13, September30, October 1-5 and November 4-9 will be higher than the normal days. Please note surcharge may apply, we will notify you of any price change and await your acceptance.
Policies
Children policy: Child rates apply to those who are 2-9 years and sharing one room with at least 2 adults. Please note each hotel room can only accommodate 4 guests (adults or children regardless of age).
3rd person, 4th person or child must share with the 1st & 2nd travelers in the same room (2 double beds). Extra beds, extra items and services (such as extra toiletries and towels) will not be provided.
Infant Rate: Infant under 2 years old will be charged $45 per day for mandatory General Liability Insurance.
3rd person, 4th person or child must share with the 1st & 2nd travelers in the same room (2 double beds). Extra beds, extra items and services (such as extra toiletries and towels) will not be provided.
Infant Rate: Infant under 2 years old will be charged $45 per day for mandatory General Liability Insurance.
Hotel rooms are typically designed and equipped for two travelers. They usually feature a queen- or king-sized bed or two double beds, which are meant to provide adequate comfort for two travelers. And if your tour overnight at Los Angeles or Las Vegas, please book it at least 3 days before departure, or you'll pay the addtional resort fees and have no group discount.
A separate seat is required for child who is 0-8 yrs old. Please bring it on your own or rent it from us, the rental fee for the safety seat is $25/person/day.
San Francisco Hotel Surcharge: Due to convention in San Francisco (check-in dates in Bay Area on Jan 6-7, 13-15, Feb 2-6, 23-27, Mar 9-11, 16-19, 29-31, Apr 6-8, 17-18, 27-29, May 2-7, Jun 2-3, 9-10, July 5-9, 20-22, Aug 15-19, 30-31, Sep 1-2, 9-10, 21-22, Oct 4-5, 25-26, Nov 8-11, 25-28, Dec 6-11; Year 2021: Jan 14-19, 26-28, Feb 6-12), Hotel may not available and we will find other hotels. Please note surcharge may apply, we will notify you of any price change and await your acceptance.
All purchases are subject to re-confirmation within 2-3 business days after booking. Please do not book airline tickets until you have received the confirmation.
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.
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The purchase of any travel services represents your acceptance Terms & Conditions set out herein. Please ensure that you read carefully and understand these Terms & Conditions prior to booking.
Booking changes
A fee may be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Name changes or corrections may be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary may be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply. No change in pick-up location is allowed within 2 business days from departure. We are not responsible for the missed tour due to unconfirmed change in pick up locations.
A fee may be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Name changes or corrections may be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary may be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply. No change in pick-up location is allowed within 2 business days from departure. We are not responsible for the missed tour due to unconfirmed change in pick up locations.
Cancellations and Alteration fees
Regardless of the reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed and pending bookings. Therefore, cancellation penalties and or fees will apply. Time of cancellation will be determined when notice is received and confirmed by our office. Notice of cancellation must be made directly to Taketours through webmail at Contact Us. Your refund request will be answered and processed promptly. If you do not receive any reply within 2 business days, that means your request is not received successfully; thus, the tour status remains "confirmed". Please contact us immediately at 617.500.7002.
Regardless of the reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed and pending bookings. Therefore, cancellation penalties and or fees will apply. Time of cancellation will be determined when notice is received and confirmed by our office. Notice of cancellation must be made directly to Taketours through webmail at Contact Us. Your refund request will be answered and processed promptly. If you do not receive any reply within 2 business days, that means your request is not received successfully; thus, the tour status remains "confirmed". Please contact us immediately at 617.500.7002.
Cancellation penalties per person (request day and departure day are not counted)
Cancellations received 31 days or more prior to departure date will incur a penalty of $100 per person.
Cancellations received within 22-30 days of departure date will incur a penalty of $300 per person.
Cancellations received within 21 days of departure date or no show will incur a penalty of 100% of total purchase amount.
We cannot grant refunds more than 30 days after completion of tour.
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
Cancellations received 31 days or more prior to departure date will incur a penalty of $100 per person.
Cancellations received within 22-30 days of departure date will incur a penalty of $300 per person.
Cancellations received within 21 days of departure date or no show will incur a penalty of 100% of total purchase amount.
We cannot grant refunds more than 30 days after completion of tour.
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
Itinerary Variations
We constantly strive to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods, duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
We constantly strive to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods, duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
Tour Cancellation
We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (e.g. minimum number of passengers) or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, Taketours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or a similar tour. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.
We reserve the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements (e.g. minimum number of passengers) or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, Taketours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or a similar tour. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.
We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.
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Popular FAQs
The itinerary/details page of the tour will have information about the level of hotel. The actual hotel will not be finalized until 1 or 2 days before departure. Most hotels are around 2 stars and you may get the exact hotel details while reconfirming your tour.
Meals are NOT included in the tour price but our tour guide will arrange meal stops. Normally we stop at a plaza to have some fast food, or stop at a restaurant and passengers can order.
Departure information, including time and location, is listed in the “Departure And Return Details” section of the tour itinerary. There is often a link to a map as well. Every e-ticket includes full pick-up time and location information. Please print out your e-Ticket and bring your ID to board the bus.
The seats will be rotated daily on all itinerary over 2 days in duration. We can make special arrangement if you can produce doctor's note etc.
It should be paid upon arrival. Please bring cash for optional admission fees, meals, as well as tips to tour guide.
Children under 2 years old will be charged $25 per day for mandatory General Liability Insurance. It is also to guarantee a seat for the child. If the parents prefer to hold the child, it is considered as forfeiting the seat.
This is where you select how many people will be in your room. Double occupancy for hotel room is only guaranteed with a tour purchase by two persons. Single room is only for one person and price is higher. Family triple arrangements can be purchased with three tickets. Family quad arrangements can be purchased with four tickets.
No.TakeTours is a complete online travel company and uses a completely secure and automated booking system, therefore we can only accept bookings made online, using an authorized and valid credit card, check (by fax or mail) and money order (by mail).
You will find an electronic brochure for each tour on our website describing all activities and itineraries. Printed brochures are not available. If you do not find adequate information about a tour on our website, please contact our online help. Contact customer support
Please refer to the cancelation policy of the tour under Redemption and Policies tab. You need to send us an email at support@taketours.com for the cancelation. Your refund request will be answered and processed promptly. If you do not receive any reply, that means your request is not processed. Please contact us immediately.
At this moment, we are not offering any hotel upgrades. When this option is available we should have it on the tour page.
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