Excursions & Activities for San Francisco Extended Getaway

Duration2: This excursion typically takes 1 hour.

Sail Under The Golden Gate Bridge On Your Journey Along San Francisco's Historic Waterfront Join Blue & Gold Fleet's Bay Cruise Adventure to experience the thrilling history of San Francisco Bay with all the sound and glory it deserves. The fully narrated one-hour tour sails under the majestic Golden Gate Bridge. The tour also sails along San Francisco¿s historic waterfront where there's no better way to experience unobstructed views of sensational skylines in every direction. It's a great vantage point for snapping pictures or simply reflecting on the vast beauty of the San Francisco Bay. Sail past the PIER 39 sea lions, under the Golden Gate Bridge and circle Alcatraz Island. Onboard narration describes the City¿s landmarks as you sail along in comfort aboard our boat where both indoor and outdoor seating are provided. (1 hour)

This cruise does not land on the island of Alcatraz. Frequent daily departures between 10:15 am and 6:45 pm depending on the season.

Important Note: You are responsible for coordinating your schedule to verify that the time available for this excursion will not conflict with any other excursions you have booked for this day. Please review the above description for duration and operating times.

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Duration2: This excursion typically takes 2 hours.

The newest and largest cultural attraction in San Francisco, the Academy is the only place on the planet that brings together a natural history museum, an aquarium, a planetarium, and a 4-story rainforest under one living roof. There is certain to be something of interest for everyone. Attractions include the world's deepest coral reef exhibit, the most advanced digital Universe ever created, a one-of-a-kind Living Roof with 2.5 planted acres, hundreds of engaging and interactive exhibits, thousands of live animals, and literally millions of scientific specimens and rare fossils.

Museum is open daily from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm (reduced hours on Sunday); we recommend allowing at least 2 hours at this attraction.

Important Note: You are responsible for coordinating your schedule to verify that the time available for this excursion will not conflict with any other excursions you have booked for this day. Please review the above description for duration and operating times.

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Duration2: 9 Hours

Napa and Sonoma are world famous for their fine wine and beautiful scenery. Learn about wine from our expert guides as you travel north to California's Premiere wine country. You'll learn the areas' history of wine making, from the early Spanish missionaries who brought grape vines from Europe to the Forty-Niners who served wines in their saloons. You will tour wineries and see how grapes are picked, crushed, blended and bottled. You'll walk through beautiful vineyards with your tour guide and then taste the finished product - wine tasting fees included. There will be time for lunch at Historical Sonoma Square or Vintage 1870 in the heart of Napa.

Duration2: 2 Hours

Experience Blue and Gold Fleet's Escape from the Rock Cruise! It's a 90-minute bay cruise journey that sails under the Golden Gate Bridge and then circles Alcatraz-allowing you to see every angle of this mysterious island. You will hear chilling accounts of harrowing escape attempts by Alcatraz's notorious criminals as well as their descriptions of the brutality of life on the island. This special San Francisco bay tour "fully-loaded" with sound effects and intriguing stories about Capone, Billy Cook the Killer, Clyde Johnson's escape attempt, and many more, will take you back to the days when this maximum-security prison was the most feared institution in the American penal system. If you are traveling on a Monograms driving vacation, please check your itinerary and note the driving distance between cities before booking this excursion.

Special note: This cruise does not land on the island of Alcatraz.

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Duration2: 2 Hours

Experience Blue and Gold Fleet's Escape from the Rock Cruise! It's a 90-minute bay cruise journey that sails under the Golden Gate Bridge and then circles Alcatraz-allowing you to see every angle of this mysterious island. You will hear chilling accounts of harrowing escape attempts by Alcatraz's notorious criminals as well as their descriptions of the brutality of life on the island. This special San Francisco bay tour "fully-loaded" with sound effects and intriguing stories about Capone, Billy Cook the Killer, Clyde Johnson's escape attempt, and many more, will take you back to the days when this maximum-security prison was the most feared institution in the American penal system. If you are traveling on a Monograms driving vacation, please check your itinerary and note the driving distance between cities before booking this excursion.

Special note: This cruise does not land on the island of Alcatraz.

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Duration2: 4 Hours

Join this tour for an experience of San Francisco after dark. The Crown Jewel of the Pacific glitters at night. Beginning with a short drive through the culinary hub of a city renowned for fine dining, the group will proceed to a multi-course feast at one of Chinatown's epicurean treasures. Dinner will be followed by an opportunity to work off your gastronomic indulgence with a guided walking tour of the mysteries and marvels of Chinatown. Back on wheels, the tour continues exploring the nocturnal sights of the city on our way across the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge to Treasure Island for a spectacular view of the city-it is certain to elicit memories for a lifetime. Available Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights.

If you are traveling on a Monograms driving vacation, please check your itinerary and note the driving distance between cities before booking this excursion.

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Duration2: 3 Hours

This tour is a beginner's leisure ride! Bike through Fisherman's Wharf, Municipal Pier, Fort Mason, Crissy Field, the Presidio, and Fort Point. Bike the Golden Gate Bridge on a wide bike path with awesome views! Coast two miles downhill into sunny Sausalito! At the end of the guided tour, you can continue your biking adventure for the rest of the day. Grab a bite, explore Sausalito, and ferry back to San Francisco! If you are traveling on a Monograms driving vacation, please check your itinerary and note the driving distance between cities before booking this excursion.

This is considered an easy to moderate level bike ride; the trip to Sausalito covers approximately 8 miles. A complimentary ferry ticket is provided for your return to San Francisco. Included FREE with all bike rentals are: helmets, front camera bags, bells, maps & map holders, water bottle holders, puncture repair kits, locks, and detailed map assistance. If young children are travelling, child seats can be arranged at time of reservation.

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Duration2: 11 Hours

California's rugged Central Coast can both humble and inspire. The route down Highway 1 through Santa Cruz features one spectacular view after another. Scheduled stops include Steinbeck's Cannery Row in Monterey, scenic vistas along the 17-Mile Drive and the art gallery/restaurant district of Carmel. Crossing from the historic to the futuristic, the return trip takes you through Silicon Valley, the high tech capital of the United States. This tour departs at 9:00 am returning early evening. Operates Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday only.

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Duration2: This excursion typically takes 0.5 hour.

Get blown away on this 30-minute high-speed tour of the City's historic waterfront. Sail past the sea lions, zoom to the Bay Bridge, fly down to AT&T Park, scream past Treasure Island, and breeze by Alcatraz on the way back to PIER 39. This exciting ride pauses occasionally to allow passengers to catch their breath and capture unique sightseeing and photo opportunities unavailable on other tours. RocketBoat, it's an extreme adventure powered by biodiesel fuel. A blast on the Bay that is not to be missed.

Children must be 40" tall to ride RocketBoat. The RocketBoat departs once an hour. Check with the ticket booth for schedule. WARNING! For safety, you should be in good health and free from high blood pressure, heart, back or neck problems, osteoporosis, motion sickness, or other conditions that could be aggravated by this adventure. Expectant mothers should not ride RocketBoat.

Important Note: You are responsible for coordinating your schedule to verify that the time available for this excursion will not conflict with any other excursions you have booked for this day. Please review the above description for duration and operating times.

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Duration2: This excursion typically takes 2.5 hours.

After a 45 minute fun training on how to operate the Segway, you'll explore the San Francisco waterfront with a fully narrated tour. Your narrated "Waterfront Tour Route" will feature spectacular views of the San Francisco Bay while you visit: Municipal Pier and Aquatic Park, Fisherman's Wharf and its picturesque fishing harbors, a Cable Car turnaround, Ghirardelli Square - the home of delicious chocolate, the National Maritime Museum, the historic sailing ships at Hyde Street Pier, spectacular views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fish Alley, Fisherman's Chapel, WWII Liberty Ship and Submarine Pampanito. You'll also visit behind the scenes where the fishing industry, fleet and seafood processing are located, see the Dungeness crab stands in historic Fisherman's Wharf and time permitting a loop through North Beach San Francisco's Little Italy.

The San Francisco Segway Tour has only a few restrictions. Riders must be age 12 and over 100 lbs (45 kilos). Guests under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. If you are concerned about mobility issues please call us to discuss. We want every rider to have a safe tour. Riders must eigh between 100 and 250 pounds (45 to 113 kilos). Pregnant guests are not allowed on the tour. You must be able to easily and quickly step on and off the Segway without assistance, which requires physical abilities similar to climbing and descending stairs without any assistance or use of a handrail. You will be standing for 2 hours. This activity is not recommended for guests age 70 and up. Wear the helmet and safety vest that is provided with the tour. Flip-flops, open-toe sandals, or high heels are not allowed. Riders will need to sign a liability waiver and complete the Segway rider training and test ride. During the tour riders are required to respect road signs, pedestrians, bikes and cars for a safe enjoyable ride.

Important Note: You are responsible for coordinating your schedule to verify that the time available for this excursion will not conflict with any other excursions you have booked for this day. Please review the above description for duration and operating times.

Duration2: This excursion typically takes 2 hours.

Enjoy a narrated tour aboard an authentic San Francisco motorized cable car. Highlights include Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf, Union Street, Palace of Fine Arts, Fort Point, Golden Gate Bridge, The Presidio, Japantown, Union Square, Chinatown, and North Beach. Your driver-guide will make frequent photo stops along the way.

In the event of heavy rain or street closure due to major San Francisco events, the tour may be cancelled.

Important Note: You are responsible for coordinating your schedule to verify that the time available for this excursion will not conflict with any other excursions you have booked for this day. Please review the above description for duration and operating times.

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Duration2: 8 Hours

Experience San Francisco's colorful past as you travel through history. Be awe-inspired by the magnificence of the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy the lush gardens of Golden Gate Park, and travel past spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. On your tour, you will see Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, Victorian homes, Presidio National Park, Palace of Fine Arts, City Hall, and North Beach. Enjoy magnificent views of San Francisco Bay and lush valleys, where the Coastal Miwok Indians once lived. First stop-Muir Woods National Monument, where ancient groves of giant Redwood Trees (Sequoia Sempreverins) tower over Redwood Creek. Next, visit the beautiful coastal town of Sausalito, a gorgeous Mediterranean-style village with quaint shops, art galleries, and waterfront restaurants. Here, you will have an hour to explore before returning to the city. If you are traveling on a Monograms driving vacation, please check your itinerary and note the driving distance between cities before booking this excursion.

Muir Woods entrance fee included.

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Duration2: 5 Hours

Experience San Francisco's colorful past as you travel through history-from the first settlements of Native Americans to a cosmopolitan city of beautiful architecture, from the Wild West and the frenzied days of the "Gold Rush" to the vibrant culture that flourishes today. Be awe-inspired by the magnificence of the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy the lush gardens of Golden Gate Park, and travel past spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. On your tour, you will see Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, Victorian homes, Presidio National Park, Palace of Fine Arts, and North Beach. Enjoy stops at the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks (weather permitting), City Hall, Golden Gate Park, and more. Then enjoy a cruise along the historic waterfront with a close-up view of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, Pier 39, and the sea lions.

If you are traveling on a Monograms driving vacation, please check your itinerary and note the driving distance between cities before booking this excursion.

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Duration2: 4 Hours

Experience San Francisco's colorful past as you travel through history-from the first settlements of Native Americans to a cosmopolitan city of beautiful architecture, from the Wild West and the frenzied days of the "Gold Rush" to the vibrant culture that flourishes today. Be awe-inspired by the magnificence of the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy the lush gardens of Golden Gate Park, and travel past spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. On your tour, you will see Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, Victorian homes, Presidio National Park, Palace of Fine Arts, and North Beach. Enjoy stops at the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks (weather permitting), City Hall, Golden Gate Park, and more.

If you are traveling on a Monograms driving vacation, please check your itinerary and note the driving distance between cities before booking this excursion.

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