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Bay City
Best for
Couples, First-timers
Duration
7N/8D
Season
May–October
Difficulty
Easy
Vibe
Cosmopolitan, Urban
A Tibro Journey
A week with one base and the whole Bay Area within a day's drive. Big Sur south, the sequoias east, Muir Woods over the bridge, and Alcatraz out on the water.
San Francisco 7 Nights Explorer is a 7N/8D city & cosmopolitan journey through USA. Highlights include Golden Gate Bay Cruise, Yosemite & Giant Sequoias, Alcatraz Island.
Signature Moments
Three Mornings You'll Remember
No. 01
Golden Gate Bay Cruise
Golden Gate Bay Cruise
No. 02
Yosemite & Giant Sequoias
Yosemite & Giant Sequoias
No. 03
Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz Island
No. 01
Golden Gate Bay Cruise
Golden Gate Bay Cruise
No. 02
Yosemite & Giant Sequoias
Yosemite & Giant Sequoias
No. 03
Alcatraz Island
Alcatraz Island
Day by Day
7N/8D, in order
Day 1
Welcome to Usa – San Francisco
Arrive in San Francisco. From iconic sights like the Golden Gate Bridge to its rich and diverse culture, there are lots of places and people that make San Francisco unique. Check-in at your hotel and freshen up. Explore the city on your own. Overnight stay at your hotel in New York. San Francisco, officially the City and County of San Francisco, is a commercial, financial, and cultural center in Northern California. With a population of 808,437 residents as of 2022, San Francisco is the fourth most populous city in the U.S. state of California.
Day 2
San Francisco – Golden Gate Bay Cruise & Pvt Half Day City Tour
After having breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for Golden Gate Bay Cruise. Departing from the heart of historic Fisherman's Wharf at Pier 43 1/2, cruise alongside San Francisco's remarkable cityscape and the lively neighborhood of North Beach, the famous swimming clubs of Aquatic Park, the historic vessels moored at Hyde Street Pier, the San Francisco Maritime National Park, Ghirardelli Square and much more. Proceed for Private San Francisco half-day tour to pack in the city’s top sights in a convenient way that leaves you with plenty of time to spare so you can enjoy the city however you wish. With a driver-guide, travel the city by bus, stopping at major attractions like the Golden Gate Bridge and Twin Peaks, and exploring neighborhoods like North Beach and Chinatown. Overnight stay at hotel in San Francisco.
Day 3
Private Monterey, Carmel and Big Sur Day Trip
After breakfast at the hotel. Explore the California Coast from San Francisco to Big sur in one day trip. Take a scenic drive from San Francisco to Carmel and Big Sur via State Route 1, the north-south highway that runs along most of the Pacific coastline of California. Travel the forested road of 17-Mile Drive. Discover the Mission District and Monterey Bay Aquarium. See all the sights of Fisherman's Wharf. Drive down to the Big Sur Bixby Creek Bridge, and marvel at the flora and fauna of Poit Lobos State Reserve south of Carmel before your return to San Francisco. Wind along Highway One on the California coastline & Discover historical towns, wildlife and cliffside views. Spend as much time as preferred in each destination. Overnight stay at your hotel in San Francisco.
Day 4
Trip to Yosemite and Giant Sequoias
After having breakfast at the hotel. Proceed for Yosemite and Giant Sequoias trip. Travel from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park on a small-group day trip to one of the most visually stunning places on earth. This full-day itinerary takes you through the orchards of the Central Valley to Yosemite Valley, stopping first for a stroll through a grove of giant sequoias. Find plenty of photo ops of Half Dome, El Capitan, and Yosemite Fall, and more. Guided tour of Yosemite Valley and the giant sequoia trees of Tuolumne Grove. Hike to the lesser-visited Sequoia Grove for great views with exercise, followed by free time. Overnight stay at hotel in San Francisco.
Day 5
Guided Tour to Muir Woods
After having breakfast at the hotel. Hop on board a bus tour of Muir Woods. Experience the awe and wonder of one of California’s oldest redwood groves as you stroll through dedicated paths of 1000-year-old redwood trees. Your tour will begin with a 45-minute, fully-narrated scenic drive that heads across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and into coastal mountains on the Marin Headlands. Arrive at Muir Woods National Forest where you will be provided park entry tickets and have 1.5 hours to explore the park at your own pace - maps detailing walking trails will be available at the Muir Woods Visitor Center. After exploring the park, enjoy a scenic drive to the coastal town of Sausalito. This beautiful seaside Mediterranean-style town offers a wide selection of distinctive boutiques, restaurants, parks, cafés, and unique art galleries. Return back to San Francisco. Overnight stay at hotel in San Francisco.
Day 6
Alcatraz With San Francisco Bay Cruise
After having breakfast at the hotel. Proceed to explore the Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary on Alcatraz Island to learn about America’s most ruthless criminals, including Al Capone and George "Machine Gun" Kelly. Enjoy a ferry transfer from San Francisco and an admission ticket to the famous prison. Embark on a scenic 1-hour cruise of San Francisco Bay before or after your visit. Board the ferry and arrive on Alcatraz Island to begin your visit. Take advantage of an insightful and award-winning audio guide in multiple languages to immerse yourself in the dark history of Alcatraz and learn all about its old inmates and the many fateful escape attempts. Take in the scenic views and sail past famous San Francisco landmarks, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, the Bay Bridge and much more. Sail along the historic waterfront, past the famous Pier 39 sea lions and take in the city’s fascinating skyline from the unique vantage point of the San Francisco Bay. Overnight stay at hotel in San Francisco.
Day 7
Day Free for Leisure
After having breakfast at the hotel. The whole day is free for leisure. Overnight stay at hotel in San Francisco.
Day 8
Departure
After having breakfast at the hotel. Check out from the hotel. Depart to the airport for your flight back to home. ***END OF TOUR***
Where You'll Stay
Hotels Designed for You
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Honestly
Things most travel sites won't tell you.
On-the-ground details your designer wishes every guest knew before they landed.
Things to Look Out For
Tipping is the wage, not a bonus
In the US, restaurant and bar staff are paid below a living wage on the assumption you'll tip. 18 to 20 percent on the pre-tax total is the floor, not generosity, and stiffing it is genuinely rude. The same goes for taxis, hotel housekeeping (a few dollars a night) and the bellhop. Menu and shelf prices also exclude sales tax, which is added at the till, so the number you see isn't the number you pay.
The country is bigger than it looks
First-timers routinely under-plan distances. New York to Las Vegas is a five-hour flight, not a drive, and the West Coast cities are hours apart by car. Internal flights, not road trips, link the headline cities on a short tour. Where you do drive, the Interstates are fast and easy, but the Grand Canyon or the national parks are a serious day's outing from Vegas, not a quick hop.
West Rim vs South Rim of the Canyon
From Las Vegas the day trips go to the Grand Canyon's West Rim. Closer, on Hualapai tribal land, and home to the glass Skywalk that juts out over the drop. It's the more commercial, more accessible edge. The South Rim, the classic postcard view, is far deeper and grander but a much longer haul from Vegas. Know which one your day trip books before you set the alarm.
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Tipping is the wage, not a bonus
In the US, restaurant and bar staff are paid below a living wage on the assumption you'll tip. 18 to 20 percent on the pre-tax total is the floor, not generosity, and stiffing it is genuinely rude. The same goes for taxis, hotel housekeeping (a few dollars a night) and the bellhop. Menu and shelf prices also exclude sales tax, which is added at the till, so the number you see isn't the number you pay.
- №2
The country is bigger than it looks
First-timers routinely under-plan distances. New York to Las Vegas is a five-hour flight, not a drive, and the West Coast cities are hours apart by car. Internal flights, not road trips, link the headline cities on a short tour. Where you do drive, the Interstates are fast and easy, but the Grand Canyon or the national parks are a serious day's outing from Vegas, not a quick hop.
- №3
West Rim vs South Rim of the Canyon
From Las Vegas the day trips go to the Grand Canyon's West Rim. Closer, on Hualapai tribal land, and home to the glass Skywalk that juts out over the drop. It's the more commercial, more accessible edge. The South Rim, the classic postcard view, is far deeper and grander but a much longer haul from Vegas. Know which one your day trip books before you set the alarm.
The Details
What's Included
Not Included
- 5% Government Service Tax is applicable additional on total invoice.
- 5% / 20% Tax Collected at Source ( TCS ) - claimable
- Airfare and Airport Taxes
Plan Your Timing
When to Go
The United States spans a continent, so the right month depends entirely on where you're headed. As a broad rule, spring (April-June) and autumn (September-October) travel best across the headline cities. Mild in New York, comfortable on the West Coast, bearable in the desert. The Southwest. Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, the Mojave. Turns dangerously hot from June to August, well over 40°C; the Northeast is cold and can snow from December to February. For a desert-and-Vegas run like this one, aim for the spring or autumn shoulders and avoid high summer.
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