San Francisco
California's greatest city
Crammed into less than 50 square miles and with a population of less than a million, small San Francisco packs a mighty punch. Its patchwork of different neighbourhoods -- Mission District, Haight-Ashbury, Chinatown and many more -- all offer a different side to the city, while the big attractions -- Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman's Wharf -- are all worth the visit.
This is also a city of culture. There are Michelin-starred restaurants. There are pop-up diners and incredible food trucks. There is a world-class music scene and plenty of outdoor adventures, from whale-watching at Land's End to hiking in Mount Diablo. Just watch out for the earth tremors -- San Francisco's proximity to the San Andreas faultline means it experiences several hundred tremors a year.
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The best of the American West
A route to the top natural and historic attractions
San Francisco Tours
Best of the West
A grand tour of the American Southwest
11 daysFrom $2,151| San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Grand Canyon, Death Valley National Park, Monument Valley, Utah | |
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Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
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Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel |
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Best of the West
A grand tour of the American Southwest
11 days From $2,151 per person By Bindlestiff Tours| Destinations | San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Grand Canyon, Death Valley National Park, Monument Valley, Utah |
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| Activity | Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
| Physical Level | Mild |
Choose from either small group (max 14 people), private escorted tour, or self-drive with guided excursions at each location.
An epic self-drive tour from Las Vegas to San Francisco via the absolute highlights of the American Southwest: Death Valley, Yosemite, Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, Arches, Canyonlands, Monument Valley and Horseshoe Bend.
Highlights:
- City Tour of San Francisco
- Tour of Death Valley National Park
- Grand Canyon, Zion, Arches, Canyonlands and Bryce walks and hikes
- Historic Route 66
- Incredible wildlife viewing
- Optional tour to Antelope Canyon
- Grand Canyon sunset and optional helicopter flight
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All nights in quality lodges and hotels, or in campgrounds with all camping equipment supplied. |
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Guided excursions |
Professionally-guided excursions with fun and knowledgable tour guides in each location. All park entry fees are included. |
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Ground transfers |
All transportation in modern 14-passenger minivan or SUVs. All vehicles are fully air-conditioned with reclining seats, enlarged viewing windows and charging units for phones and cameras. |
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Camping equipment |
All camping equipment is provided. |
Parks of California
Discover wild California
4 daysFrom $795| San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Death Valley National Park | |
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Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
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Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel |
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Parks of California
Discover wild California
4 days From $795 per person By Bindlestiff Tours| Destinations | San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Death Valley National Park |
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| Activity | Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour |
| Physical Level | Mild |
Choose from either small group (max 14 people), private escorted tour, or self-drive with guided excursions at each location.
A four-day trip to some of California's wildest, most desolate and rugged, landscapes. The tour departs from Las Vegas and ends in San Francisco via the hottest place on earth – Death Valley National Park, through the Mohave Desert to the fabulous granite rock formations and waterfalls of Yosemite National Park. After two full days exploring Yosemite return to San Francisco with a city tour across the Golden Gate Bridge, Pier 39, Haight Ashbury and more.
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Accommodation |
All nights in quality lodges and hotels, or in campgrounds with all camping equipment supplied. |
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Guided excursions |
Professionally-guided excursions with fun and knowledgable tour guides in each location. All park entry fees are included. |
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Ground transfers |
All transportation in modern 14-passenger minivan or SUVs. All vehicles are fully air-conditioned with reclining seats, enlarged viewing windows and charging units for phones and cameras. |
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Camping equipment |
All camping equipment is provided. |
California Classic
San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, and Monterey Bay
10 daysFrom $3,375| San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Monterey Peninsula | |
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Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
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Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Culinary, Food, Wine |
Recommended Multi-Day Tours
California Classic
San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, and Monterey Bay
10 days From $3,375 per person By Off The Beaten Path| Destinations | San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Monterey Peninsula |
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| Activity | Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Culinary, Food, Wine |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Private guided tour |
| Physical Level | Mild |
This brilliant Golden State trip takes you on a loop from San Francisco, to Yosemite, to Carmel, and back up to the City by the Bay. You will definitely leave your heart somewhere—maybe in San Francisco, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, or with a sea otter in Monterey Bay.
Every day is special, whether you’re on your own at Fisherman’s Wharf or on a Big Sur beach, or enjoying guided experiences like biking the Golden Gate Bridge, hiking in Yosemite, peering into tide pools, or going behind-the-scenes at the outstanding Monterey Bay Aquarium.
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US RV Rentals
Thousands of RVs across the US
daysFrom $49| Western USA, East Coast, Maine, Virginia, North Carolina, West Virginia, New Hampshire, Tennessee, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Vermont, Wisconsin, Michigan, South Dakota, Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, New York, South Carolina | |
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Self-guided tour |
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Family, Active, Overlanding, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks |
Giant Trees and Ancient Forests
Lake Tahoe, Yosemite and Lassen Volcanic National Parks road trip
6 daysFrom £650| San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe, California | |
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Custom itinerary, Self-guided tour |
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Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Mountain Biking, Active, Walking, Biking, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, Indigenous Tourism, History |
Recommended Tour
Giant Trees and Ancient Forests
Lake Tahoe, Yosemite and Lassen Volcanic National Parks road trip
6 days From £650 per person By Discover North America| Destinations | San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe, California |
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| Activity | Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Mountain Biking, Active, Walking, Biking, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, Indigenous Tourism, History |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Self-guided tour |
| Physical Level | Mild |
Travel through Northern California – hike through lush forests and around crystal-clear lakes for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Through Lassen Volcanic National Park and ancient forests, follow the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail to Lake Tahoe. Explore the lake activities, hike or bike the many trails, or simply enjoy the breath-taking scenery.
Travel through the High Sierra Nevada mountains to reach Yosemite National Park, including the 620-foot Bridalveil Falls, and the granite cliffs of Half Dome and El Capitan.
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The Great American Road Trip
New York to San Francisco
22 daysFrom £1,499| Western USA, East Coast, New York | |
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Custom itinerary, Self-guided tour |
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Beach, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Mountain Biking, Active, Walking, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History |
Recommended Tour
The Great American Road Trip
New York to San Francisco
22 days From £1,499 per person By Discover North America| Destinations | Western USA, East Coast, New York |
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| Activity | Beach, Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Mountain Biking, Active, Walking, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, Photography, Birdwatching, National Parks, Culture, Cities, Museums & Galleries, History |
| Tour Type | Custom itinerary, Self-guided tour |
| Physical Level | Mild |
The Great American Road trip is an epic 5,000km journey from New York City to San Francisco, taking in the country’s national parks, fabulous cities and legendary roads. On the way you’ll discover America’s rich history and culture, crossing the entire North American continent in under three weeks.
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San Francisco Travel Companies
Bindlestiff Tours
Self-drive & private tours of the Southwest US
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| Custom itinerary, Small group tour, Private guided tour, Self-guided tour | |
| Family, Adventure, Hiking & Trekking, Active, Road Trips, Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Solo Travel |
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