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DeeDee_J, Mar 2026
Perfect Day Trip
Booked this tour out of the rest because they offered hotel pick up & drop off, and the convenience of that was what I needed since I had my 7y/o with me. Michael, our tour guide, was very well-versed on the fun-facts of Muir Woods and Sausalito, as well as the neighborhoods we drove by. The stop on the northern side of the Golden Gate Bridge was a great place to snag pics of yourself with the bridge. Muir Woods was also a wonderful experience, so serene and peaceful. The gift shop at the woods closes at 4pm, so we were not able to make any purchases since we opted for the afternoon tour. Also, I do wish we would have had more time in Sausalito (there’s an option to stay longer and take the ferry, but after a long hike in Muir Woods, we preferred the ease of having Michael drop us off at our hotel). I booked the tour on Viator, and the only option was to book it as a National Park Pass holder, which I am not…so I did have to purchase my ticket at the welcome center-which I expected I would need to. It was $15 for adults, and children are free-please check on their website what the age is. I would highly recommended this tour, but I would opt for the morning option next time and stay longer in Sausalito and take a ferry back. Either way, we still really enjoyed ourselves!
Shirin_F, Mar 2026
Book Now !! Best Tour of China Town & Little Italy!
What a SPECTACULAR Experience. Our Guide, DARA, was amazing. She is a local San Francisco girl & was a wealth of knowledge. It’s a small group tour so our family of 5 got a private tour. We started at the Cable Car Museum & she explained the history & engineering of the street cars. Then we walked to China Town & had the yummiest yogurt drinks, dim sum & musubi. Our next stop was a bakery for Pineapple buns, which are like sweet rolls. Then we walked over to North Beach (Little Italy) & had the most authentic & freshest focaccia pizza & ended at a bakery run by an Italian family for Gelato. Dara was absolutely amazing.. 10 stars & 10 thumbs up!!! She is a wealth of knowledge & so personable & friendly. Even our teenage daughter loved the tour! There is a lot of walking so wear comfy sneakers & travel light… purses & backpacks get really heavy after you have been walking a while. There is a lot to eat & drink so come hungry!
We would highly recommend this tour & only because Dara is such an incredible guide! Don’t think about it.. book now !!
Susan_A, Mar 2026
Great tour guide- Muir Woods
Dylan tours with Jeffrey was great. Kept the group comfortable in the bus and showed us so many things that weren’t expected. Tour was 4 hours, enough time. Went out of his way to make everyone enjoy their day. Would take Dylan tours again if ever in the area. Thanks so much
Stephanie_P, Feb 2026
Chinatown and North Beach - wonderful tour, highly recommend
We had a really great experience on this food tour. We chose the North beach and Chinatown version. It was a lot of history about San Francisco and the food choices were great. Everything we ate was delicious and we enjoyed learning more about this city. Our guide Dara was so knowledgeable and professional.
Tim_B, Feb 2026
An Absolutely Perfect Tour
What a fantastic afternoon! Our guide/driver was extremely knowledgeable and professional. He accommodated every request and provided wonderful context and history for the places we visited. He was also fun, friendly and a fantastic driver. The van was luxurious and lovely. We could not recommend him more highly.
CYNTHIA_P, Jan 2026
Muir Woods Majic
Grady, our driver & guide for our afternoon Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour has been giving these tours for a long while now. His extensive experience showed in the numerous stories of past actuailies he was able to put up beside how things are today. He seemed to know the questions that came to mind as we moved along and was answering them before I needed to ask! Anecdotes and facts were paired with confident driving and a friendly, affable and easy-going way. My husband & I truly enjoyed our half day on the paths of the magestic Muir Woods and the charming ambience of Sausalito in the early evening!
Elizabeth_B, Dec 2025
Alcatraz Tour
Jennifer with the tours was amazing in helping with getting our tickets to us before the tour and explaining the process enjoyed both tours was an amazing experience for me and my husband! Would do definitely do it again and highly recommend it for anyone.
Jacob_G, Nov 2025
Nappa Valley Winery Visit
We had an amazing experience, which we attribute primarily to our driver and guide, Anna. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the area, and even managed to secure us a spot at a wine tasting for which we did not have a prior booking by skillfully coordinating with the hostess. We highly recommend this company and, specifically, requesting Anna as your guide
Namrata_G, Sep 2025
Must Do Tour
Fred took us on a private tour in his spacious car. I went with both my 70+ year-old Parents and my nine-year-old son. Fred, also the owner of this wonderful company, was very patient, and knowledgeable about San Francisco. He told us a lot of details about everything we saw on our tour. He took lots of rest stop and my parents could use the restroom and get a snack and was very flexible about what we wanted to see. I’m really glad we went on this tour.
LiSerLiza_C, Aug 2025
Shhh! Sacred Sanctuary and the Mighty Redwoods Trees!!!
It was a very hectic but magical Sunday in August 2025! Just landed and had an early check-in at my hotel. Did a quick change in wardrobe and off to my adventure in Muir Woods and Sausalito! Peter, our guide was prompt and respectful to all. A jovial, precise on details, and a pleasant guide.
Our tour were friendly and tour went smoothly. Muir Woods turned out to be a delight! I was a little worried if I would lost in the forest, but it was calm, serene and the map and signs were easy to understand.
It felt magical when inside this wondrous natural sanctuary. I felt at peace and the redwoods are strong, sturdy, reddish in vigour and vitality. Very unique, luscious and magnificent! I felt something within... The Redwoods may have a healing effect...
I also enjoyed a briefing from the forest ranger. She was insightful about redwood trees. I left Muir Woods, feeling like I had uncovered the mystery and secrets within. Yes, this is a truly soul defining experience for me. Thank you! ❤️😘
maryann_D, Jun 2025
Fabulous Food and Tour!
There was so much I didn’t know about Chinatown and I’ve lived in the Bay Area for 50+years! And the food was fabulous and plentiful. Stretch Pants Tours was fantastic and so accommodating for my GF/pescatarian diet. I highly recommend taking this tour. Be sure to wear your stretchy pants!
Lori_M, May 2025
Great experience on this private tour with Pep!
Pep took us on our private tour of San Fran for 2 and was great! She reached out to me prior to the date of the tour to put together our personal itenerary, arrived early for pick up, and continually asked our preferences for stops, times needed for photos, and general direction. She also seemed to know every piece of history for the city and shared it with us throughout our 4 hour tour. Highly recommend!
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