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San Francisco Tours & Trips

97 San Francisco trips. Tours from 54 tour companies. 121 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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Western USA National Parks Explorer
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Western USA National Parks Explorer

By Explore!
premier
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon, California, Capitol Reef National Park, Colorado, Death Valley, Golden Gate Bridge, Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Las Vegas, Mesa Verde, Moab, Monument Valley, New York, San Francisco, Sierra Nevada, Utah, Venice, York, Yosemite National Park, Zion National Park

Highlights

  • Journey through some of the most dramatic scenery on the planet
  • Discover vibrant San Francisco and the desert city of Las Vegas
  • Enjoy walking in Yosemite, Zion, Bryce and Grand Canyon national parks

Themes

Cultural, Cycling & Biking, Hiking & Walking, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"This was our first time using Explore. We have used other companies before and so this was our 'tester'. 1) Group size is one of our first considerations as it makes a huge difference as to how well people on the group bond with each other. This was the perfect group size. 2) The booking process was easy and we found it easy to talk to an Explore rep when making the booking which included flights and extra nights. 3) We loved the Explore app and having the daily itinerary on our phones. 4) The itinerary itself was well planned and covered a lot of areas. 5) Finally, the tour guide was as good as any we've experienced and help make the trip very enjoyable and memorable."

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$6,605
14 days From$5,410

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California Dreamin': Monterey, Yosemite & Napa - 2024
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California Dreamin': Monterey, Yosemite & Napa - 2024

By Collette
premier
Group Tour
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

San Francisco

Highlights

  • Visit a family-owned olive oil producer for lunch and a tasting.
  • Sample local vintages during a winery tour and tasting in Napa Valley.
  • Marvel at the views along scenic 17-Mile Drive from Monterey to Carmel.
  • Meet a local farmer and visit an almond orchard in the Central Valley.
  • Enjoy a scenic cruise to the green and blue waters of Emerald Bay on Lake Tahoe.
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Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"This was a tremendous trip. Nice mix of New Zealand s spectacular scenery and cultural highlights. In Australia Cairns was interesting for culture and great barrier reef, which is unfortunetely getting bleached due to rising ocean temps.The Sydney Opera house was amazing. Our Auastralian guide was knowledgeable and very organized. Only complaint was that at 37 folks the trip was too large in our opinion."

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$3,873
8 days From$3,049
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Central American Highlights
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Central American Highlights

By Explore!
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Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous

Visits

Acropolis, Antigua, Braulio Carillo National Park, Central America, Chichicastenango, Copan, Granada, Lake Atitlan, Lake Nicaragua, Managua, Monteverde, Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Pacific Coast, Palma, Panajachel, Salvador, San Antonio, San Francisco, San Juan, Santiago, Santiago Atitlan

Highlights

  • Take in the highlights of five fascinating Central American countries in just two weeks
  • Discover rich wildlife, rainforests and volcanoes
  • Explore colourful colonial towns and sacred Mayan sites

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"This was our first time using Explore. We have used other companies before and so this was our 'tester'. 1) Group size is one of our first considerations as it makes a huge difference as to how well people on the group bond with each other. This was the perfect group size. 2) The booking process was easy and we found it easy to talk to an Explore rep when making the booking which included flights and extra nights. 3) We loved the Explore app and having the daily itinerary on our phones. 4) The itinerary itself was well planned and covered a lot of areas. 5) Finally, the tour guide was as good as any we've experienced and help make the trip very enjoyable and memorable."

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$4,662
16 days From$3,790

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Pacific Northwest & California featuring Washington, Oregon and California - 2024
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Pacific Northwest & California featuring Washington, Oregon and California - 2024

By Collette
premier
Group Tour
Why we love them
With a history that spans back to 1918, they have unparalleled expertise in the guided tour industry and can cater to all types of travelers.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Portland, San Francisco

Highlights

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  • Visit lively Pike Place Market, Seattle's famous fish and vegetable market.
  • Venture to Mount St. Helens Visitor Center to learn about its volcanic activity.
  • Visit Columbia River Gorge and Multnomah Falls.
  • Embark on a sightseeing tour of Seattle, the "Emerald City."
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Themes

Cultural

What travelers are saying

"This was a tremendous trip. Nice mix of New Zealand s spectacular scenery and cultural highlights. In Australia Cairns was interesting for culture and great barrier reef, which is unfortunetely getting bleached due to rising ocean temps.The Sydney Opera house was amazing. Our Auastralian guide was knowledgeable and very organized. Only complaint was that at 37 folks the trip was too large in our opinion."

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$4,144
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Nicaragua - Land of Lakes and Volcanoes
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Nicaragua - Land of Lakes and Volcanoes

By Explore!
premier
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They travel to places beyond the typical tourist locations and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate

Visits

Central America, Granada, Lake Nicaragua, Managua, Ometepe, Pacific Coast, San Francisco, San Juan

Highlights

  • Get a taste of Nicaragua's volcanoes, lakes, wildlife and cobbled colonial cities
  • Search for wildlife in the Selva Negra cloud forest
  • Relax lakeside on Laguna De Apoyo and Explore the colonial streets of Leon

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"This was our first time using Explore. We have used other companies before and so this was our 'tester'. 1) Group size is one of our first considerations as it makes a huge difference as to how well people on the group bond with each other. This was the perfect group size. 2) The booking process was easy and we found it easy to talk to an Explore rep when making the booking which included flights and extra nights. 3) We loved the Explore app and having the daily itinerary on our phones. 4) The itinerary itself was well planned and covered a lot of areas. 5) Finally, the tour guide was as good as any we've experienced and help make the trip very enjoyable and memorable."

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$3,038
13 days From$2,640

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Golden State of Mind: Northern California By Design
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Golden State of Mind: Northern California By Design

By Globus
none
Group Tour
Why we love them
Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy

Visits

California, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, Yosemite National Park

Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus

What travelers are saying

"We were able to see many different areas of Portugal and enjoy the local fare."

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9 days From$4,099
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California Classics with San Diego
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California Classics with San Diego

By Globus
none
Group Tour
Why we love them
Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

California, Lake Tahoe, Los Angeles, Napa, San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Yosemite National Park

Highlights

  • San francisco: Sightseeing; Japanese Tea Garden
  • Napa valley: Tour and tasting at a winery
  • Yosemite national park: Yosemite Valley floor tram tour
  • Carmel: Visit the resort town
  • Monterey: 17-Mile Drive; behind-the-scenes tour at the Monterey Bay Aquarium
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Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus

What travelers are saying

"We were able to see many different areas of Portugal and enjoy the local fare."

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$5,239
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Northern California's Finest
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Northern California's Finest

By Globus
none
Group Tour
Why we love them
Despite being one of the most established names in the travel business, they continue to innovate and offer new top-notch experiences.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

California, Kings Canyon National Park, Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, Sequoia National Park, Yosemite National Park

Highlights

  • San francisco: Sightseeing
  • Sonoma: Guided tour of wine caves & tasting
  • Lake tahoe: Scenic cruise
  • Yosemite national park: Yosemite Valley floor tour by tram
  • Sequoia & kings canyon national park: Sightseeing, stargazing program
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Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus

What travelers are saying

"We were able to see many different areas of Portugal and enjoy the local fare."

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$4,476
9 days From$4,199
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Nov 2024

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Western USA National Parks Explorer

This was a fabulous trip with a great tour leader. The last tour of the season turned out to be a very good option; it was pretty cold at times, but we had lots of ...

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Julie

Oct 2024

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Western USA National Parks Explorer

This was an outstanding trip in every way, with views and sights the rest of the world will struggle to match. The itinerary had to be very full-on in order to achie...

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Patricia Faust

Oct 2024

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Western USA National Parks Explorer

The last thing I want to do on a tour, is shop for breakfast nearly every day. (We had a lovely breakfast in our hotel only once in 2 weeks). And then there are the...

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Brian

Oct 2024

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Western USA National Parks Explorer

The tour was excellent, the itinerary well arranged and very interesting, with wonderful scenery. The tour leader (Brianna) was great; as well as being very friendly...

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Antonia

Oct 2024

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This was one of the most amazing trips I have done to date, and I have travelled far. It was simply extraordinarily beautiful. The group size perfect, and the guide ...

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  • San Francisco may only be 7 miles across at it's widest points, but it packs a punch. Plan at least 2 to 3 days to see everything.
  • Hills! The city is full of them, and some are incredibly steep. Wear comfortable walking shoes to explore the city.
  • San Francisco has a large LGBT community, and is widely considered one of the most welcoming cities in the world to those who live "alternative lifestyles". 
  • The city of San Francisco is surrounded on all sides by incredible places - don't miss out on wine country to the north, Berkeley and Oakland to the East, and Half Moon Bay to the south.

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