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Ranjani_M, Aug 2026
17 mile drive to Carmel and Monterey
A big thank you to Tony for taking such great care of my mother and sister on their trip from San Francisco to Monterey, Carmel, and 17-Mile Drive. He was very kind, helpful, and cooperative throughout the tour. We truly appreciate his excellent service and highly recommend him!
Mi_L, Aug 2026
Great Tour Guide
Kurt is a fantastic tour guide! He gave us great recommendations for the San Francisco area and was always happy to answer our questions. What really stood out was how much he genuinely cared about every member of the group and wanted to make sure everyone had a great experience.
Whenever someone wasn’t quite sure what they were supposed to be looking at, Kurt took the time to show us reference photos from his past experiences, which made the sights much more meaningful. He was friendly, sociable, and even joined us on the sequoia walk.
Kurt truly goes above and beyond to make sure everyone enjoys the tour. You can really feel his warmth, passion, and dedication. The views were absolutely beautiful, and the whole experience was wonderful. Highly recommend Kurt if you’re looking for a knowledgeable, caring, and personable guide!
Sherri_H, Aug 2026
Muir & Sausalito
It’s short and sweet. Just a bit of the Golden Gate Bridge, Muir Woods & Sausalito. I would say I needed a bit more time in Sausalito/ and it was an option that I declined.
The guide was knowledgeable about all the sites and included additional fun or interesting facts.
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.
Alexandra_C, Aug 2026
Thank you Sully!
Sully was fantastic. Full of information and set us up for a great day which kept to time. The transport was clean and comfortable despite some winding roads!
My only thought is for those without cash might there be an alternative way to tip? I feel so bad, I thought there’d be another option like the QRcodes other tour guides had.
Jiayin_L, Aug 2026
Michael was an excellent...
Michael was an excellent driver and tour guide for our half-day Muir Woods trip! He was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience feel very relaxed and enjoyable. He shared lots of interesting information about the area and the redwoods, while also giving us plenty of time to explore at our own pace. I would definitely recommend Michael to anyone visiting Muir Woods — thank you for a wonderful trip!
Kathryn_E, Aug 2026
A great, diverse package tour when visiting San Fransisco.
Jules was our guide: he was informative, friendly and patient. The tour itself was a completely unforgettable experience. Muir Woods is breathtakingly beautiful and serene. It really is a must see - outstanding! The drive through Sausalito totally inspired us to revisit in our own time a day or so later. We opted for Alcatraz in the tour package, which is also a must see for very different reasons. The guided audio tour really exceeded my expectations - so thoughtfully put together. All in all a great, diverse package tour. Highly recommended.
Kirsten_W, Aug 2026
Anthony was an excellent...
Anthony was an excellent tour guide. He gave us anecdotes and fun facts about everything we drove by. Also encouraged a social and bonding vibe with our group without making things awkward. He was super knowledgeable about San Francisco, Sausalito, and Sonoma valley. The wineries were such unique choices with great variety and we enjoyed all three so much. Our tour was framed as a kind of past, present, and future of vineyards which was super cool. Tried some of the best wines I ever had, and learned a lot about the process of winemaking and lots about grapes! Anthony also made sure we ate at great restaurants and had really cool experiences when we stopped in downtown Sonoma, and always told us where bathrooms were so we didn’t waste our time searching around. The option to end in Sausalito was sooo fun, a nice dinner and ferry ride to end the day. This tour was full of laughs and great wine! 10/10 recommend.
Erin_S, Aug 2026
Excellent Tour, Knowledgeable Guide, and Plenty of Time at Every Stop!
This tour was well organized from start to finish, with clear instructions and plenty of time to enjoy each stop without feeling rushed.
Our tour guide was incredibly friendly, engaging, and extremely knowledgeable, making the experience both informative and enjoyable. The only minor downside was that the reminder about tipping was mentioned quite frequently, which became a bit repetitive. However, it didn’t take away from the overall experience.
Overall, this was an excellent tour, and I would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting the area!
Valerie_B, Jul 2026
I had a wonderful...
I had a wonderful experience. The group size was just right—not too crowded, which made the tour feel relaxed and enjoyable. Our driver was friendly, professional, and arrived on time. Everything was well organized, and I never felt rushed. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Paul_C, Jul 2026
Incredible Adventure
Glenda went above and beyond for us. She came exactly at 5am and brought us to every incredible area in Yosemite. Even the market before Yosemite was a great choice because we bought breakfast, lunch and snacks from there. After the tour, Glenda took us back to our hotel. How one person could do all this beginning at 5am blows my mind. Thank you so much Glenda!
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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