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San Francisco Explorer

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Has San Francisco been sitting at the top of your bucket-list? Time to cross it off! Escape to one of California's most beautiful cities, rich with artistic culture, diverse neighborhoods, Victorian architecture, and top-class cuisine. Of course, San Francisco is also famous for its bright blue bay and fascinating political history!  Get to know the city usi...
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Overview

Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Want to stay longer? You can extend this trip up to a total of 6 days!
    • San Francisco Explorer Pass (2-choice)

What's this trip about?

    Has San Francisco been sitting at the top of your bucket-list? Time to cross it off! Escape to one of California's most beautiful cities, rich with artistic culture, diverse neighborhoods, Victorian architecture, and top-class cuisine. Of course, San Francisco is also famous for its bright blue bay and fascinating political history!  Get to know the city using your San Francisco Explorer Pass! Choose two of the many attractions offered and immerse yourself in amazing experiences! Then you'll have the rest of your vacation to explore the city to its fullest. Visit the sea lions near Fisherman's Wharf, take a cute picture in front of the Golden Gate Bridge, have dinner in Chinatown, and take a ride down Lombard Street! Be sure to check out Pacific Heights, Haight-Ashbury, Union Square, and other must-see neighborhoods. Looking to venture outside San Fran? Take a ferry to Sausalito, treat yourself to a tour of Alcatraz, or consider a day trip to Muir Woods! In San Francisco, the sky's the limit. 

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transport
Start CitySan Francisco
End CitySan Francisco

Destinations

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to San Francisco (SFO)
    • 3 nights in San Francisco at the Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
    • San Francisco Explorer Pass (2 Choices)
    • Breakfast daily *Please Note: A Facility Fee of $29 plus tax, per room per night, is required to be paid directly to the hotel in destination.

Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to San Francisco!

Upon arrival in San Francisco, make your way to your hotel and check-in. Once you're all settled, head out and get to know the city!

Tonight, you may want to check out the city's iconic Chinatown. Filled with fantastic restaurants, unique shops, and ornate temples, it's the perfect place for a hearty first-night meal! 

Day 2 San Francisco

Rise and shine! Recharge with a delicious breakfast, then grab your camera and start exploring. Today, you may want to utilize your San Francisco Explorer Pass to visit an attraction or ride the MUNI!

Consider hanging around Fisherman's Wharf today. Known...

Day 3 San Francisco

Enjoy breakfast, then explore at your leisure! Today, consider a visit to the Golden Gate Bridge. Once you take a ton of pictures, hang out in Golden Gate Park. Be sure to check out San Francisco Botanical Garden right next door! From there, you may want to mak...

Day 4 Depart San Francisco

Kiss the beautiful city of San Fran goodbye! Today, you'll make your way to the airport for your journey home. 

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Price From $536
Price per day$134
Last Updated: 4/18/2024

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