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Book NowRelive the city's 150-year history as you cruise the waterfront. See the San Francisco skyline from a new perspective as you cruise beneath the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Book NowThe Giant Sequoia Walk and the beautiful views of Yosemite National Park are both included in this trip. On the journey back to San Francisco, you'll witness Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Giant Sequoia trees.
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Book NowYou'll find more than 2,000 exotic animals on 100 acres of gorgeous and calm gardens located right on the Pacific Coast of California. You'll never run out of things to see and do while you're here.
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Book NowExplore San Francisco's beautiful waterfront on a tour of Alcatraz Island, the world's most infamous jail. The 16 languages are supported by a highly lauded audio commentary on the city's history.
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Book NowFrom the upper deck of a double-decker tour bus, you can take in the sights of San Francisco at your leisure. A Classic, Premium, or Deluxe ticket will allow you to visit the Transamerica Pyramid and the Golden Gate Bridge, among other notable sights.
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Book NowWith this Alcatraz Island and San Francisco hop-on, hop-off ticket, you'll save money and see more of the city. Explore the city over two days and take a one-hour nighttime tour.
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Book NowWhether you're looking for towering redwoods or the sound of lapping waves, a brief trip up the northern San Francisco Bay is a great way to see it all.
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Book NowUnwind on a full-day excursion to some of California's most renowned wine areas. This trip from San Francisco includes wine tastings and estate visits at three well-known wineries in the Napa and Sonoma Valleys.
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Book NowFull-day entry to the Exploratorium in San Francisco lets you interact with hundreds of hands-on exhibits and learn about the fascinating world they inhabit.
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Book NowIndulge in the wonder and beauty of the Aquarium of the Bay in San Francisco, and receive entry to the three major exhibit halls showing the abundant marine life that lives beneath the surface of San Francisco Bay and its neighboring waterways.
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Book NowExplore San Francisco in style with a GPS-guided GoCar tour. You'll hear stories and information about the city while the GoCar chauffeurs you past iconic landmarks, including Lombard Street, Fisherman's Wharf, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Preserve at Presidio.
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Book NowGet your San Francisco All-Inclusive Pass delivered right to your door for maximum savings and adaptability. For this price, there are 28 major sights and excursions included, including the Hop-on Hop-off Big Bus San Francisco Tour.
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Book NowSFMOMA has quadrupled its gallery space since its 2016 reopening, making it possible to show even more of the museum's world-class collection. San Francisco's Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA) is one of the city's most memorable attractions.
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Book NowHelicopter tours in San Francisco are an exciting way to see the city from the air. In a 15 to 20-minute trip, Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, the city skyline, and more can all be seen from the air.
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Book NowAs far as I know, it's the only one of its kind in the globe. At the same moment, you may see African penguins, go through space, and explore a coral reef!
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Book NowA day excursion from San Francisco takes you through California's stunning coastline. Visit Steinbeck's Cannery Row on the Monterey Peninsula via Highway 1. Before returning to San Francisco, make a stop at Carmel-by-the-Sea.
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Book NowA 3-hour walking tour of San Francisco's Chinatown lets you sample the cuisine of the largest Chinatown outside of Asia. See how fortune cookies are made by hand from scratch. Learn about centuries-old culinary methods as you meander through the city's cobbled streets.
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Book NowRide a bike across the Golden Gate Bridge and feel the exhilaration! Take a guided cycling trip from San Francisco to Sausalito on a Comfort Hybrid. Several famous San Francisco locations are included in this 3-hour tour!
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Book NowIt's the perfect way to see San Francisco at night. Take in the views from the comfort of an open-top bus while listening to a knowledgeable tour guide's comments. See the Golden Gate Bridge, Nob Hill, Union Square, and many more sights while in San Francisco!
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Book NowTake a nighttime tour of Alcatraz Island when most visitors have gone home. Visit the historic Fisherman's Wharf and the world-famous Boudin Bakery for some of San Francisco's best sourdough bread.
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Book NowSan Francisco's sights are best seen by bike. Start your own journey from either Fisherman's Wharf or Union Square with this 24-hour bike rental. Pedal to historic landmarks including Alamo Square's' Painted Ladies, 'Golden Gate Park, and Haight and Ashbury. A map and suggested bike paths help you avoid the city's hills and reach your destination simply. Enjoy the Embarcadero's vistas of San Francisco Bay, ride to the Pacific, or drive to Sausalito and return via boat. You decide.
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Book NowThis half-day trip from San Francisco visits a historic coastal redwood forest and beautiful Sausalito. See some of the world's oldest and tallest trees at Muir Woods, just across the Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy the stunning views of the San Francisco skyline from Sausalito's waterfront, then explore one of the numerous art galleries. You can be dropped off at one of two departure points or take a boat from Sausalito to San Francisco (Pier 41).
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Book NowOn this full-day tour departing from San Francisco, you'll see some of California's most renowned wine regions. Wineries in Napa and Sonoma provide a wide range of varietals, from famous brands to smaller, family-run businesses. Learn how wine is created and how food is prepared in the Sonoma Valley area while having a gourmet lunch at Sonoma Square Plaza.
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Book NowA double-decker sightseeing bus is the best way to explore San Francisco's most famous monuments. Pier 39, the Palace of Fine Arts, and Union Square are all part of this 49-square-mile journey. Before getting back on the bus, take your time, stop at any of the 16 stations, and explore at your own pace. An additional 24 hours of hop-on, hop-off, and hop-off time can be added to a Premium or Deluxe pass by purchasing a night tour.
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Book NowVisiting the Northern California wine area and Muir Woods is a terrific wine country tour from San Francisco. This Super Saver lets you tour Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties for one low fee. You'll start by walking through Muir Woods National Monument with an expert guide. Then you'll visit three wineries. You'll cross the Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy lunch time in Sonoma Plaza if you didn't upgrade.
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Book NowVisit Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Nevada for a day excursion from San Francisco. Once you arrive at Yosemite National Park, you'll be awed by the park's many natural wonders, including Half Dome and El Capitan's towering granite rock faces. Make your way through a forest of ancient sequoias and enjoy several hours of free exploration.
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Book NowFor your convenience, we've bundled these two must-see San Francisco attractions into one easy package. This is a great method to move about San Francisco faster without having to wait in huge ticket lines. Taking a boat to Alcatraz Island will allow you to see the Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary and listen to an audio tour. The tour also includes a stop at Pier 39 to see the sea lions and the waterfront, as well as views of the city skyline. The event is free for children under the age of four.
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Book NowYosemite National Park is renowned for its granite cliffs, waterfalls, towering sequoia forests, and a wide variety of species. You won't have to worry about anything on this small-group day trip because a tour guide will take care of everything. World Heritage Site's key sites, such as Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite Valley, are included in the tour, but you may also explore the park on your own.
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Book NowSan Francisco's streets are yours to explore at your own pace as a GoCar drives you around. Narrative cars, which Time Magazine called "one of the year's best ideas," let you explore the city at your own leisure. Take this adorable small car to the Presidio, Coit Tower, Chinatown, and Lombard Street to learn about the city's history and culture. You may choose between two convenient drop-off locations: Union Square or Beach Street near Fisherman's Wharf.
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Book NowYosemite National Park, the crown jewel of the United States' national park system, is a must-see for anybody visiting San Francisco. For a full day in the Yosemite Valley, a stop at a large sequoia forest in the Central Valley is required before entering the park proper. Photographic opportunities abound at Half Dome, El Capitan, and Yosemite Falls. The trip is limited to 15 people at a time so that you and your knowledgeable guide can get to know each other better.
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Book NowWhile cruising through San Francisco Bay, take in one of the state's most iconic sights. From the deck of this narrated tour of San Francisco Bay, which sails beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, may be seen from the deck of this For those who want a more secluded view, they can choose to relax in their cabin or on the deck.
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Book NowSan Francisco to Yosemite National Park is a one-day excursion. You may either eat lunch in the state's most famous national park (own expense) or go right to the park and begin exploring. Get out and explore the park on your own during your visit by taking a guided tour.
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Book NowWith your pre-booked tickets, skip the wait and get straight to the gate. Views of the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco Bay Bridge, and Alcatraz Island abound on this San Francisco Bay sunset tour. Relax and let the music do the talking. The winter months are a great time to see a sunset or go on a twilight cruise.
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Book NowFrom San Francisco, take a full-day tour on one of California's most scenic highways. Some of Pebble Beach's homes may be seen on 17-Mile Drive as you drive down Highway 1. Free time to see Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium in Monterey. Drive back to San Francisco from Carmel by the Sea or Silicon Valley.
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Book NowYou can see it all in one day! Our first stop was in Sausalito, where we had lunch before heading to Muir Woods and the Alcatraz Island tour.
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Book NowAt dusk, take a cruise around San Francisco Bay to see the city's skyline come to life. You'll pass Alcatraz Island and the Golden Gate Bridge under the expert guidance of your skipper.
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Book NowThis two-day, one-night trip from San Francisco takes you deep into the heart of Yosemite National Park's majesty. Go for a stroll through Giant Sequoia forest, snap the breathtaking vistas from Glacier Point, and swim or cycle around Yosemite Falls' base to name just a few attractions of the region. Stay in the heart of Yosemite Valley or a neighboring lodge and alternate between guided activities and free time to explore the world-famous park on your own.
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Book NowOn this trip to Napa and Sonoma, wine country may be explored in a whole day. You'll visit three small vineyards, where you'll be able to sample a variety of exquisite reds and whites. You'll learn about the region's history and viticulture as you journey across the countryside. The trip concludes with a transfer back to your San Francisco hotel.
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Book NowFrom San Francisco, take a trip that includes Alcatraz Island, Muir Woods, and Sausalito. This tour includes a journey across the Golden Gate Bridge in a luxury tour van, so you can enjoy the view rather than worry about driving and directions! The ferry journey and audio tour are included in your ticket to Alcatraz, and independent travelers will appreciate the chance to explore Muir Woods and Sausalito on their own.
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Book NowA four-hour morning trip to Muir Woods and Sausalito, two of the San Francisco Bay Area's most popular locations, departs downtown San Francisco. As you pass through the Presidio and cross the Golden Gate Bridge, you'll arrive at Muir Woods National Monument, where you may take a stroll amid the park's ancient redwoods. Sausalito has a beautiful waterfront with plenty of nice stores, cafés, and restaurants to check around after that. You have the option of staying in Sausalito on your own or taking the coach back.
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What are guided tours?
Guided tours are all-inclusive group travel experiences often guided by a local travel guide and follow a set agenda for a particular tourist attraction or local activity. Several sightseeing guided tours, skip-the-line tickets for major tourist destinations, group day/night trips, food and wine tastings, and even airport transfers are available.
Should I use guided tours on my vacations?
Explore and experience your destination like a local.
Find the hidden treasures! Tours to locations and activities you never knew existed are waiting for you.
Avoid scams and pay better prices
Scammers are out there, so beware! Tourists might be taken advantage of by local brokers who charge exorbitant charges. Plan ahead for your guided excursions!
I have a tight budget, can I still buy a guided tour?
Whatever your budget is, there is probably a guided tour out there for you with the large selection of guided tours available.
Save time, Get the most out of your trip.
Finding local tours in your destination is a waste of your precious vacation time.
If you have a pre-planned trip itinerary, you know precisely what you’ll be experiencing on each day of your holiday.
Check reviews before buying a guided tour
Overwhelmed with options and unsure which guided tour to take? Check out other user reviews to see which activities are a better fit for you.
No risk to you. Free cancellation
Many of the guided tours allow you to change your mind and cancel your booking up to 24 hours before the date of the activity. There is no charge if you do this. As soon as your travel plans change at the last minute, this will be very useful for you.
Meet people all over the world, make new friends on your next vacation
It’s wonderful to meet people from all around the world on your guided excursions!
Types of guided tours available for your vacation
Depending on the city you are taking a trip to, there are almost any guide tours and activities for everybody. There are outdoor guided tours, water activities, Nature tracks, Music celebrations, Local food tours, Workshops and Classes, Arts Performances, Hidden Gems expedition, beer or white wine drinking and tasting tours, exclusive television & Movies trips, romantic couple tours, children’ activities, tours to Parks and Gardens, Island expedition tours, visit famous landmarks, Museum guided trips and tickets, Airport transfer services, Memorials for you to check out to under the local culture and history, go up Towers & viewing platforms to get a birds-eye view of the landscape, shopping trips, theaters and auditorium, visit ports and harbors, sightseeing cruise, bikes for leasing, helicopter trips, ferry tickets, Jeep and SUV for rental, luxury yacht services and sailboat leasing.