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Small Group Tour: Alcatraz, San Francisco and Muir Woods with Lunch in Sausalito

Small Group Tour: Alcatraz, San Francisco and Muir Woods with Lunch in Sausalito

Overview

Discover the best of San Francisco with an unforgettable experience that lets you fully enjoy your vacation while we take care of everything for you. This adventure combines the city’s top attractions, the tranquil beauty of Muir Woods, and the history of Alcatraz. Explore iconic neighborhoods like Chinatown, North Beach, and Fisherman’s Wharf, cross the Golden Gate Bridge, stroll among the towering redwoods of Muir Woods, and savor a lunch break in the charming bayside town of Sausalito. Let us handle the details so you can enjoy your vacation.

This tour offers flexibility with two options:

1.) Choose a two-day adventure with Alcatraz on day one and a guided San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito tour on day two.

2.) Enjoy it all in one seamless day starting with a morning bus tour and finishing with an afternoon Alcatraz visit.

With knowledgeable guides, small group comfort, and stories that bring the city to life, this is an experience you won’t want to miss!

City: San Francisco

Sun 22 Jun

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Starting at $179.00

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Sun 22 Jun

Starting at $179.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Expert guides: Enjoy safe transportation and rich stories about San Francisco's history and culture.

Air-conditioned vehicle

Flexibility to choose your departure dates and times

Official Alcatraz Ticket and Tour: Ferry ticket and tour of the prison included

Live commentary on board where you will learn the history and culture of the Bay Area

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A current passport or any government issued ID is required to redeem Alcatraz tickets.
Please contact us directly in regards to hotel pick-ups.

What To Expect

Alcatraz Island

For those choosing the Two-Day Tour, your Alcatraz experience begins on Day 1. You’ll travel to Pier 33 independently, where you’ll catch the ferry to Alcatraz Island for a self-paced exploration, allowing you to absorb the island’s powerful history at your leisure. If you opt for the One-Day Tour, you’ll start the day with our morning bus tour of San Francisco, Muir Woods, and Sausalito, followed by a lunch stop in Sausalito. In the afternoon, we’ll conveniently drop you off at Pier 33, where you’ll embark on the Alcatraz ferry and experience the iconic prison tour. No matter which option you choose, your Alcatraz visit is guaranteed to be an unforgettable journey into history, made seamless with our self guided tour offerings and official ticket.

North Beach

Begin your adventure at our conveniently located shop at 782 Columbus Ave, right in the heart of Little Italy. After a quick and easy check-in, you’ll hop on the bus and set off to explore the city’s most iconic neighborhoods!

Fisherman's Wharf

One of San Francisco's most popular destinations - from beautiful old shipyards, to Boudin's Bakery and the smell of fresh clam chowder, and of course, the sea lions of Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf has it all.

Pacific Heights

Offering one of the most scenic outlooks in all of Northern California, Pacific Heights is home to Billionaire's Row, featuring the estates of politicians, tech titans and other San Francisco celebrities (includes Mrs. Doubtfire house!).

Presidio of San Francisco

Former military base, now a beautiful park that includes Crissy Field, Fort Point, Lucasfilm’s (George Lucas) headquarters and the Walt Disney Museum.

Fort Point National Historic Site

Located just beneath the Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Point gives you a front row seat to the Bay and is a great photo stop. This former military fortification was used during WWII.

Chinatown

Boasting the largest Chinatown in the United States, this 24-block mecca is bustling with energy, amazing food, and unique and colorful shops that give this area its charm.

Muir Woods National Monument

Muir Woods National Monument is home to some of the oldest and most beautiful trees in the world. Many of our guests consider this stop to be the highlight of their trip.

Palace of Fine Arts Theatre

Originally built for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exhibition, this urban temple has become a San Francisco treasure, beloved by residents and visitors alike.

Sausalito

Enjoy a quick and easy break, our guides provide plenty of recommendations for our favorite local spots during your visit. You are sure to fall in love with this quaint little town.

Golden Gate Bridge

Declared “one of the 10 wonders of the modern world,” the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most recognized symbols of San Francisco. Simply stunning!

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

A7492MUjennifera

Mar 2025

A great experience from start to finish! My daughter and I booked this tour for a birthday present for ourselves, and we thoroughly enjoyed the trip. Our driver, Barry, was very knowledgeable about the city's history, and was willing to share a lot of information with us throughout the day. While in Muir Woods he showed us some cool tricks with our cameras so we could get the full scope of the trees. It was a great day! Thank you!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that you and your daughter had such a wonderful birthday celebration on our tour. Barry’s knowledge of San Francisco’s history and his helpful photography tips in Muir Woods truly make the experience special. We’re so glad you enjoyed your day from start to finish! We appreciate you choosing our tour for such a special occasion and hope to welcome you again in the future.

Shelby_D

Mar 2025

Roger was an amazing tour guide. He gave such great insights into the city from a local’s perspective and provided so much helpful information as we made future plans in SF or the Bay Area. He was so positive and made it clear that SF is a city of love and excitement. Roger gave excellent recommendations for local travel and restaurants to check out. I was so lucky to be guided by him!

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Roger made your tour such a memorable experience with his local insights, positivity, and helpful recommendations. San Francisco truly is a city full of love and excitement, and we’re glad Roger was able to share that spirit with you. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you on another adventure in the future!

Marcela_C

Mar 2025

Highly recommend doing the Muir Woods first in order to not feel rushed at Alcatraz specially because you have to get on the ferry back to maje your next meet up time for the rest of the tour. I took this recommendation from all the reviews I read about this tour and I’m glad I did. We had a great morning with beautiful clear blue sunny skies. Muir Woods were lush and green. Our tour guide Roger was full of great funny knowledge. He even paired the tour with some music! It was fun and even got a bonus of going inside the palace of fine arts. Please don’t be late when you’re told to be back at a certain hour. That was my only con. Group of ppl were inconsiderate arrived late to start the tour and at several of our stops. Roger was very patient either them and waited for them. If you want your own tour at your own time book that.

Response from Host

Mar 2025

Thank you for sharing your experience and thoughtful recommendation! We're glad to hear that starting with Muir Woods worked well for you and that you enjoyed a beautiful morning exploring the lush greenery. Roger’s knowledge, humor, and music selection always make the tour extra special, and it’s great to hear that you appreciated the additional stop at the Palace of Fine Arts. We also appreciate your note on timing—staying on schedule helps ensure everyone gets the most out of the experience. Thank you for choosing our tour, and we hope to welcome you again in the future!