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Don_H, Sep 2026
This was a great...
This was a great experience. Robert our tour guide made it fantastic. He was pleasant, funny, and informative. He was there to take pictures, provide snacks and drinks, and a wonder experience in Napa. Would highly recommend doing this tour. No complaints!
Virginie_F, Sep 2026
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Judith was an amazing guide. She brings the peninsula, the Golden Gate and the cities to life through her storytelling and weaves in elements of the past to present history seamlessly. She also gives great tips to make the most of each stops, takes the time to ensure everyone is safe and comfortable and goes the extra mile to ensure a perfect experience for all.
Elizabeth_S, Sep 2026
Take this tour
Great tour. We saw a lot of San Francisco’s famous sites, stopping every so often for photo ops. I was very happy that we were able to stop at the bridge for photos. Spent just the right amount of time at Muir Woods so we could hike and take in the beauty of nature. We also added the Alcatraz tour, amazing. Our tour guide made the tour extraordinary; he had lots of stories and information about the city.
Daniel_B, Sep 2026
5 star treatment
This was an amazing trip from start to finish our tour guide Calder was extremely informative. We started by visiting the gaint sequoia trees which are amazing to see up close. The beach at Yosemite was lovely to sit and relax and have some lunch while watching the wildlife.
Peter_C, Sep 2026
Great way to see San Francisco and Alcatraz
Had difficulty finding the pick up point. But if you head to wear the cable trans turn you are in the right place. Sully the guide was amazing. Very knowledgeable and friendly. Was a great day. We opted for Alcatraz add on. We were dropped off at pier but there had been a communication problem with the tour company and the Alcatraz ticket office so no tickets were there. We contacted the tour company and was told to buy new tickets and we would be refunded. I have to say while we were on the boat the refund had already been issued. We can all make mistakes but it’s how they are fixed that makes the difference. It was rectified quicker than I could have imagined. Thanks. Again. A great day all round. Would def recommend.
Constanza_C, Sep 2026
Best wine tour ever
We had THE BEST time. Anthony was an amazing tour guide. He was fun, entertaining, knowledgeable of wine AND San Francisco/ Sonoma county. This tour is so well prepared. We had a wine tasting in 3 vineyards, Homewood, Seamus and B.R. Cohn. All in the perfect order, allowing us to know so much about wine and the history of Sonoma and their wines. Anthony knew so much about historic landmarks in Sausalito and in Sonoma. He was very patient, kind and funny. Always making sure we had a good time. We had an amazing time. Can't wait to book another tour with Edge of the world tours! to Muir woods maybe next time
Alicejane_E, Aug 2026
Best day trip to Yosemite ever!!!
We had Sharon as our tour guide and wow. We had the bestest day ever! The most perfect day ever.
Sharon made sure that we had absolutely everything that we needed. From wipes to bottled water and even our personal photographer!!
Sharon went out of her way to make sure that we had the most amazing day for a once in a lifetime experience. I’m so glad that we had Sharon as our guide!
Yes it’s a long day, but we were well looked after and entertained! Sharon has an amazing playlist for the journey in and out of Yosemite which just set the mood from the excitement of arriving, relaxing spectacular view and San Francisco themed songs for our journey back.
We took the trip in a different bus than usual due to some problems that they had with their original vehicle in the past. Roberto, the driver, was excellent, polite, professional and a smooth driver on some crazy roads!
This trip is most definitely worth it. If you get the chance you must take this trip! You will not regret it. Make sure you pack a charging wire (usb) or a power bank as your battery will be drained from taking so many photos!
Thank you so much Sharon! We have made memories to last a lifetime!
Annette_M, Aug 2026
Scott was great and very...
Scott was great and very patient. Maybe too patient. The tour had chronically late passengers, which shortened the visit to Pebble Beach Golf. The main reason we booked the tour. A piece of advice, plan a restroom stop on the 2 1/2 hour drive back. My husband left his phone on the bus at departure and Scott was kind enough to turn around.
Jerry_S, Aug 2026
Should have brought an exta suitcase
The tour was an awesome time. Jeff was a great guide and kept the group informed and laughing. The two vinyards we visted were great. Lunch suggestion from Jeff was spot on. Next time we are in the area looking for a tour we will definitely utilize Dylan's Tour.
Jonathan_R, Aug 2026
Bridge to Bridge cruise.
The staff was very friendly. The bartender made a great bloody Mary to set the mid morning cruise off to great start. The boat was very clean and the trip was great. My wife and kids loved it. The boat leaves right on time so give yourself plenty of time to park and get to the pier.
Charles_C, Aug 2026
A bit of a mix up, but they took good care of us.
We booked this combo tour, but not enough other people did, so they canceled it. Issues like this come up, but it’s how a company handles it that make the difference. They put us on two 1/2 day tours, one for the redwoods and one for wine country. It worked out well. We even got to have lunch in Sausalito! Driver/guides were fun. Good tours.
Trey_H, Jul 2026
Best day of my life
First off I recommend this if you’re staying ANYWHERE in the Bay Area, because I was staying in San José and had zero issues finding an uber there quickly. Now Jayms is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, He even stopped at a fruit stand and old western gold rush town on the way, helped the trip to stretch. The view driving in is beautiful through the sierra range, then you come to tunnel view which is absolutely breathtaking, then drop into the valley. They give you the perfect amount of time to hike two trails next to the northern face and the falls, or if you’re a serious hiker Jayms will drive you up to a steeper trail. Can’t say enough about Jayms, clearly done this 1000 times an absolute pro and the park beats expectations.
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A small peninsula in the middle of the California coast, San Francisco makes a strategic base camp for exploring Northern California and the Central Coast. See some of the Golden State's most iconic attractions by embarking on guided day trips from San Francisco, traveling to such destinations as California's wine country, redwood forests, national parks, and the coastal cities of Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea. Not only do these tours take care of all the planning and driving, but they can include packages with wine tastings, lunch, and dinners. Some even combine trips to two, three, or more attractions in one day.
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