Skip the line with an early bird arrival at Yosemite’s group tour gate
Spend the most time in Yosemite National Park - 2 hours free time in the Valley
Stops at Bridalveil Fall, Tunnel View, El Capitan Meadow, Valley View, and Yosemite Falls
Hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias (weather permitting)
Guaranteed daily departures
$100 Non Res Fee Nonresident Fee Notice: Non-U.S. residents aged 16 and older will be charged an additional $100 park entry fee per person after completing their booking. This fee will be collected by the tour operator via a payment link or on the bus at the start of your tour. Note that “America the Beautiful Non-Resident Pass” holders do not pay the $100 fee, the $250 pass covers up to 4 people at the entrance.
Dating back to 1776 and considered by many to be the USA's most beautiful city, San Francisco - a.k.a. The City by the Bay - is a vibrant mix of exotic cultures, and is renowned worldwide for its liberal free-thinking ideals. San Francisco's strong historical bonds with Spanish America and Mexicoare evident all over the city and reflected in its Hispanic population, vibrant arts, music, and festival scene.
On your private half-day tour, you will:
-Learn the history of its famous neighbourhoods, including downtown, the Financial District, Nob Hill, Chinatown, and Little Italy;
-Explore Union Square, San Francisco's bustling shopping area;
-Immerse yourself in the customs, cuisine, and curiosities of Chinatown;
-Take a cable car to the top of Nob Hill for spectacular views of the San Francisco skyline;
-Venture through North Beach to absorb the community's Italian heritage;
-Enjoy striking views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and Angel Island from atmospheric Fisherman's Wharf - and glimpse the basking seals!
On this private half-day tour of the best of San Francisco, you will learn about the city's foundation in the 18th century, when Spanish colonists settled the area during the gold-rush fever, to the city in the modern era, famous for its political activism and social inclusivity the world over.
See first-hand San Francisco's colourful mix of quaint buildings and modern architecture in a stunning ocean-facing city.
Learn about San Francisco's long-standing progressive stance on activism:the city is credited with trailblazing the "Flower Power" peace movement, and powering the gay rights movement as one of the largest and most prominent LGBT communities in the world.
You will explore this fascinating urban landscape, set on the northern tip of a peninsula, shaped by glaciers, earthquakes and the Pacific's rolling waves. Set on San Francisco's picturesque steep slopes, enjoy a stunning skyline across streets crisscrossed by streetcars, yellow taxis and jogging trails. Wander through some world-class shopping in Union Square, where big-name brands and local stores nestle amongst chic boutiques.
Enjoy a historic cable car ride from one part of the city, over Nob Hillto the waterfront. At beautiful North Beach, known colloquially as Little Italy, soak up the ambience of the city's lively historic Italian-American community.
Lastly, Fisherman's Wharf, lined with seafood cafes, is home to basking sea lions, jugglers and mime artists and enjoys striking views across the Golden Gate Bridge, the infamous island prison on the sea, Alcatraz, and Angel Island.
Sail under both the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and the colossal San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge in one spectacular cruise along San Francisco's entire urban skyline, accompanied by a fascinating headphone audio commentary with 12 language choices.
Explore San Francisco's history and landmarks, as well as its unique architecture, natural history, and native American Culture on this exciting 90-minute cruise. Along the way, you'll see some of San Francisco's most stunning landmarks including Alcatraz Island, Coit Tower, the Ferry Building, Transamerica Pyramid, the Palace of Fine Arts, and many more. Learn all about this city's unique natural history, architecture, and Native American culture. You will also find out about the building of both bridges, the geology of San Francisco Bay and the earthquakes that have shaken the Bay Area and require special seismic considerations in the designing of new structures.
You'll sail along the San Francisco waterfront, around Alcatraz, past AT&T Park, and around Treasure Island but sailing under both of San Francisco's incredible bridges twice will surely be the highlight of your journey. This unique cruise is a great add-on to any land tour and allows you to see San Francisco's waterfront in its entirety.
Start/opening time
Spring: 12:30pm, 2.15pm and 4.15pm.
Summer: 12:30pm, 2:15pm, 4:00pm and 5:45pm.
Fall: 12:30pm, 2.15pm and 4:15pm.
Winter: 12:00pm and 4:15pm.
Enjoy the freedom of going wherever the road may lead you on this great value guided cycling tour. Starting from a Fisherman's Wharf Location, you will be fitted with a current year model bike, helmet, front handlebar bag, rear gear rack, map and route instructions, and given the option to include a return ferry ticket.
Just say how many miles you feel like riding and we'll show you a great route that includes all the best stops the Bay Area has to offer. We can also make suggestions for some of our favourite local rides.
Bike the Golden Gate Bridge on a wide bike path with awesome views! Coast two miles downhill into sunny Sausalito, and then return by ferry! Check out breath-taking coastal views on the City Coast and Park Ride and visit the Palace of Fine Arts, the Legion of Honor Fine Arts Museum, and Ocean Beach on the way. Cycle through Fisherman's Wharf, Fort Mason, Crissy Field, the Presidio, and Fort Point. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and then head out to Tiburon! Or why not try some off-road riding around the Marin Headlands? You will remember this experience for years to come.
The Guided Tour Package includes a professionally guided tour (up to 3 hours).
* Depart from Fisherman's Wharf to the start of the National Bike Path along the waterfront and head towards the bridge
* Bike along historic Fort Mason and over to scenic Crissy Fields and enjoy breathtaking views on this former U.S Army airfield
* Cycle over the 1.7 miles of the Golden Gate Bridge, stopping along the way for all the must get photos and amazing views
* Bike down the coast, into the sunny town of Sausalito
* Guests can either stay and explore Sausalito, or take the ferry back to Fisherman's Wharf
Explore San Francisco - the City by the Bay with its rolling hills and never ending water views on a beautiful bike ride along the city's stunning waterfront, across the Golden Gate Bridge, towards the quaint coastal community of Sausalito.
This guided tour includes various stops near essential attractions while our guides provide in-depth narration and stop for photo opportunities at famous sights and hidden gems throughout the tour.
After leaving Ghirardelli Square at the western end of Fisherman's Wharf, participants will cycle through Fort Mason, Crissy Fields, the Presidio, through the Golden Gate Bridge, and into Sausalito. This beautiful ride gives you stunning views of the bridge - and gives you an unique perspective riding through the Golden City.
The stunning sights of Yosemite National Park make this tour an unforgettable adventure in the great outdoors.
Travel by climate-controlled coach, just 200 miles east of San Francisco, and enjoy a wide array of photo opportunities along the scenic drive to Yosemite National Park.
Enough time is provided for photo opportunities, and experiencing nature's grandeurthat is Yosemite. During your tour, the tour leader will provide knowledge of this special natural wonder's sights, sounds, and history!
Some of the sights in the park include (but are not guaranteed to be visited on each tour - depending on weather and traffic):
Yosemite Falls - At 2,450 feet it is the highest in California and one of the highest in the world
Half Dome Cliffs - A granite dome located at the eastern end of Yosemite Valley, it is Yosemite's most familiar sight. The granite crest rises more than 4,737ft above the valley floor.
Cathedral Rocks - Suggest the architecture of the Gothic cathedrals. Immediately behind these rocks are two "slender and beautiful columns of granite," which are about 800 feet high and 200-300 feet in
diameter. The summits of the rock and the spires are about 3,000 feet above the valley.
El Capitan - This is a 3,500 feet granite rock face where the group can watch rock climbers on the ultimate 4-7 day climbing challenge.
Languages
Audioguide is available in Spanish, German, French, Japanese, Korean, Italian, Chinese and Portuguese.
Important information
National Parks non-US Citizens fees
Starting January 1, 2026, visitors who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents will have two options for entry into affected parks:
1. The New Non-Resident "America the Beautiful" Pass: Cost: $250 USD. This pass covers entrance fees for the pass holder and up to 3 additional adults (ages 16+) traveling together. Passengers can pre-purchase passes at (https://www.nps.gov/planyourvisit/passes.htm#changes-in-2026). Passengers without pre-purchased passes may be required to purchase pass upon entry to any parks national parks where non-resident fees are required.
2.Individual Non-Resident Entry Fee: Cost: $100 USD per adult (ages 16+). This is a per-person fee that applies to each affected park visited. For passengers without a pass, this $100 fee is required in addition to standard commercial entrance fees.
Documentation: Non-resident passengers should be prepared to show proof of residency (or their $250 pass) upon entry.
For the most current official guidance, please refer to the following: NPS FAQ: Commercial Tours and Non-Resident Fees / DOI Press Release: Modernized National Park Access.
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