Top San Francisco Shore Excursions

Visit some of the top wineries in Napa and Sonoma counties on this private wine tour from San Francisco. Traveling by private vehicle with your own chauffeur, you'll discover the best of California wine country as you enjoy wine tastings at select wineries. When booking, select the option that suits your group size. Because this is a private tour, your itinerary can be customized.

Get a taste of Northern California wine country on this full-day tour of Napa and Sonoma County. Led by an expert guide, you’ll stop at three boutique wineries to sample delicious reds and whites. As you travel through the countryside, you’ll learn the history and viticulture of this world-class region. Your tour will conclude with drop-off at your hotel in San Francisco.

Take in two of the San Francisco Bay Area’s top destinations, Muir Woods and Sausalito, on a 4-hour morning tour from downtown San Francisco. Drive through the Presidio and across the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods National Monument where you have some time to walk among towering old growth redwood trees. Next, head to Sausalito for a stroll along the picturesque waterfront, which is full of great boutiques, cafes and restaurants. You can opt to remain on your own in Sausalito or return on the coach.

Tour San Francisco in an open-air safari jeep, then visit Alcatraz during this half-day urban adventure. With your small group, cruise through the city, passing landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, then winding through the city's diverse neighborhoods. Disembark at Pier 33 to board your Alcatraz cruise, then take the self-guided audio tour to learn about the prison's rich history. Pickup at your hotel in San Francisco is included.

Discover Sonoma County wine country on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Led by a professional guide, visit three boutique wineries to sample unique blends and learn about the wine-making process. Explore Sonoma’s historic town square to taste artisan chocolates and cheeses. You will also have time here to enjoy lunch on your own. Informative commentary is provided throughout the day, as well as a stop at the Golden Gate Bridge to soak up the view. Numbers are limited to 14 to keep the tour as intimate as possible.

Experience one of the best wine regions in the world on this day trip to Napa Valley from San Francisco. Led by an expert guide, you’ll stop at three boutique wineries to sample their blends and learn about the area’s history and viticulture. Each location promises a friendly staff, a personal experience and five to six delicious tastings. You will be returned to your hotel in San Francisco at the end of your day in wine country.

Enjoy the wind on your face as you're whisked through San Francisco on this private motorcycle tour with a twist: you get to ride in the sidecar. From Chinatown to the Golden Gate Bridge, your guide drives you through the city and helps to showcase its charm. Highlights include passing the famed Painted Ladies, cruising through the countercultural hub of Haight-Ashbury, and admiring the greenery in Golden Gate Park—all with your personal guide.

If you’re going to do a sightseeing tour of San Francisco by bus, make it a memorable one. Book a 1970s-era Volkswagen bus for your private party of six and wind through the city’s top attractions with a personalized guide on a 4-hour tour. Travel into streets that larger vehicles cannot pass through as you explore Chinatown, North Beach, the Castro, the Mission, downtown and more. See the homes of The Grateful Dead, Janis Joplin and Jimi Hendrix, while listening to ‘60s classics. Hotel transport included.

On most shore excursions you're relegated to cityscapes in ports of call. However this half-day tour of the Muir Woods National Monument will get you out of the urban jungle and into some of northern California's most-famous redwood country. Pass over the majestic Golden Gate Bridge with dramatic views of the Marin headlands, and eventually drop down into Muir Woods to wander the loamy soil beneath centuries-old coastal redwoods. Choose from tours at several different start times, and bring comfortable walking shoes.

Visit the best of the San Francisco Bay Area's storied wine country and let someone else do the driving on this day-long small-group tour. Get picked up from your San Francisco hotel and get whisked out to wine country in a comfortable car. Stop at three acclaimed wineries, sample the wine (one tasting included at each winery), learn about the characteristics of each varietal and hear about the history of the area. Take in the lush scenery and enjoy the day of sipping wine and being transported across the Golden Gate Bridge.

Walking the street of San Francisco might be the ideal way to explore the individual neighborhoods, but it's impossible to cover enough territory on your two legs. This San Francisco day trip by bus offers a narrated and scenic drive for all. From the Legion of Honor, travel across the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, visit the quaint and picturesque bayside village of Sausalito and spend time at Muir Woods National Monument (entry own expense).

With so many vineyards in Napa and Sonoma Valley, it's easy to feel overwhelmed when deciding which wineries to visit, and planning how to get around. On this full-day, private wine tasting tour from San Francisco, it's all taken care of—enjoy private, round-trip transportation, and a carefully tailored itinerary, built around your tastes. You can visit up to five vineyards, enjoy inexpensive tastings, and even stop for a photo op at the Golden Gate Bridge.

There’s plenty to see on the streets of San Francisco, and this half-day ‘safari’ through the wilds of SF makes sure you experience it all. The San Francisco Urban Adventure is a four-hour expedition that takes place in your own custom, open-air game-viewing vehicle. Wind through the city streets on a hunt for the best hidden gems and well-known attractions. You’ll track colorful murals and film locations, meander down alleyways and keep an eye out for historic architectural sites on this fun, good-humored tour.

Combine a full-day bike rental with tickets to Alcatraz in a single package. Head out to Alcatraz on the ferry with your prepaid ticket; buying in advance avoids sold-out days or times, which are frequent. Tour the island with your included 3-hour audio tour, then head back to San Francisco where you can explore further on your own via bicycle.

Make your own travel itinerary for the day while in San Francisco with this full-day hop-on hop-off bus pass. Ride a double-decker bus throughout the city, and hop off and back on at any of the stops along the route. Make stops at Fisherman’s Wharf, Golden Gate Park, Union Square, Chinatown, and more. For even more adventure, upgrade your ticket to include the Sausalito route and cross the world-famous Golden Gate Bridge.

The Most Comprehensive Covid-Safe Walking Tour. 35+ Attractions tour of San Francisco is smartly confined into five interesting hours. This tour is unique in that our groups are incredibly small. Start at: Ferry Building Cable Car Ride Grace Cathedral (Go inside) Chinatown Fortune Cookie Factory Cable Car Barn Museum (Museum Tour) Earthquake Exposition & Museum Ferry Building Ferry Cruise to Sausalito Golden Gate Bridge Sausalito (Time for lunch, shopping and exploring) Golden Gate Bridge (Fort Point) Ferry Cruise back to San Francisco Customers of our tour, generally, likes/wants: *Red carpet-like services when traveling. *Definitely no walking up any hills. Our tour only has downhill walks. *Doesn’t want to get in a confined bus during Covid. *Loves a walking tour that can get close to Golden Gate Bridge

Getting off a cruise ship in an unknown land can be daunting, so give your sea legs some rest on a coach tour of Sonoma and Napa Valleys. Enjoy the scenery or catch up on some shut-eye en route to wine tasting at Madonna Estate, Sutter Home and Sebastiani Vineyards. For lunch, you'll stop in either Yountville or the picturesque downtown Sonoma Square. Then, return via the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.

Experience the natural and cultural highlights of Marin County with a deluxe day of sightseeing. Soar over the Golden Gate Bridge and the dramatic cliffs of the Marin Headlands on a 30-minute seaplane flight, and see local attractions like Rodeo Beach and Mt Tamalpais. Walk among ancient redwoods in Muir Woods, and explore the artistic waterfront community of Sausalito on a guided tour. Then, on the return ferry trip across the bay, see spectacular views of the San Francisco skyline. The tour includes breakfast, lunch and all transportation.

Enjoy Napa Valley like a VIP on this private tour by luxury vehicle. Sit back, relax and admire the landscape of vineyard-covered hills while a chauffeur transports you from your San Francisco Bay Area or Napa hotel to the wineries of your choice. If you don’t know which wineries you want to visit, don’t worry! The experienced driver is ready to offer suggestions and recommendations. This is a fabulous way to celebrate a special occasion with friends or family.

Taste the best of Sonoma County and Napa Valley labels during this private wine tasting tour for VIP enthusiasts. Enjoy four pre-selected stops through wine country, including local cellars, wineries, and a world-class lunch stop. Or, feel free to swap in your own selections. Tours include private transportation in a luxury vehicle.

Experience Northern California’s world-class wineries and breweries on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, enjoy chauffeur service in a luxury sedan or SUV, complimentary bottles, and tastings at up to five locations. Craft an itinerary based on your tastes and head to breweries like Russian River and Bear Republic, and wineries including Francis Ford Coppola Estate, Sidrui, and Jacuzzi.

Experience San Francisco sights and Napa Valley wine tasting on a full-day private tour in a luxury vehicle. Create your ideal itinerary with visits to local wineries, a tour of Muir Woods and a stop for lunch or diner (own expense). Add group photos with Golden Gate Bridge backdrop if you choose. Don’t worry about a designated driver, navigating, or logistics, as you relax, take in the views, taste some of the world’s best wines, and get to know the Napa Valley.

Experience the best of California’s wine country with a customized, private tour and complimentary half case of California wines (six bottles) selected to match your preferences. Once you book the tour, a concierge helps you create the ideal itinerary drawing on years of experience and connections in the region. Avoid the hassles of navigating or choosing a designated driver, and relax as you visit wineries and taste local wines.

Spend the day exploring Napa Valley’s wineries on a private tour. Leave the driving and navigating to your driver and relax in your luxury vehicle. Create your own itinerary, choosing which wineries you want to visit, and how long to stay at each, or get suggestions from your driver. Stop for lunch (own expense) and get to know one of the world’s most renowned wine producing regions. This tour is ideal for anyone looking to experience Napa with an emphasis on privacy and comfort.