West Coast USA Tours from San Francisco
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10 best West Coast USA tours from San Francisco
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- Western Highlights
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- Women’s Only Yosemite Escape Lodging Tour
- Women’s Only Yosemite Escape Camping Tour
- Coastal California & Yosemite
- Yosemite Escape Lodging - 3 Days
- California's Central Coast from San Francisco: Coastal Redwoods, Santa Cruz, Hearst Castle & Wine Country
The route spans from San Francisco's Marriott Marquis, through Yosemite and Mojave Desert to Las Vegas' Sahara Hotel. The path continues through Palm Springs' wind farms before reaching Crowne Plaza LA Harbor.
Duration 11 days Destinations San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Mojave, Las Vegas, Palm Springs, Los Angeles Age Range 21 to 99 year olds Operator Omega Tours From
- NZ$3,661
The path starts at San Francisco's Twin Peaks, winding south via Monterey's Cannery Row and Carmel's galleries. The route includes San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara's Mission before reaching Los Angeles's Beverly Hills and Hollywood.
Duration 6 days Destinations San Francisco, Sausalito, Monterey, Carmel, San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, Beverly Hills, Long Beach, Los Angeles Age Range up to 85 year olds Operator Europamundo From
- NZ$2,114
The route runs from San Francisco's Bay Area, heading north through Redwood National Park and Crater Lake. The path winds through Portland and Columbia River Gorge, ending in Seattle after Olympic National Park, covering over 800 miles of Pacific Coast beauty.
Duration 9 days Destinations San Francisco, Crescent City, Redwood National Park, Crater Lake National Park, Portland, Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, Olympic National Park, Seattle Age Range 15 to 99 year olds Operator Intrepid Travel From $5,965
25% Off- NZ$4,474You save $1,491
The tour rolls from San Francisco Marriott Marquis, heading south through California's coast to Vegas and back. The 750-mile route includes Yosemite, Palm Springs, San Diego, and Los Angeles, before returning via Big Sur and Monterey's scenic coastline.
Duration 14 days Destinations San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Mojave Desert, Las Vegas, Palm Springs, San Diego, Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, Big Sur, MontereySee all destinations Age Range 21 to 99 year olds Operator Omega Tours From
25% Off- NZ$7,812
The route leaves San Francisco, crosses Central Valley to Yosemite's granite cliffs. Moving through Sequoia's ancient forests and Kings Canyon's deep valleys before reaching Los Angeles. Spectacular West Coast landscapes over 400+ miles.
Duration 5 days Destinations San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Los Angeles Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Incredible Adventures From
25% Off- NZ$4,240
The path stretches from San Francisco's Bay Bridge to Yosemite's granite peaks. Cross Central Valley's agricultural belt to see 300-foot Sequoias and mountain vistas, returning to San Francisco after three days.
Duration 3 days Destinations San Francisco, Yosemite National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Incredible Adventures From
25% Off- NZ$1,701
A grand tour from San Francisco Bay, passing Golden Gate Bridge to Yosemite's wilderness. Cross Central Valley farmlands, climb 4,500 feet to Tunnel View, and return to city lights after three days of exploration.
Duration 3 days Destinations San Francisco, Yosemite National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Incredible Adventures From
25% Off- NZ$1,340
A coastal adventure from San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf leads south through Monterey's Cannery Row and Big Sur's rugged coastline. The 600+ mile route along Pacific Coast Highway concludes in Los Angeles after San Diego's Coronado Island.
Duration 10 days Destinations San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Monterey, Carmel, Pismo Beach, Solvang, Santa Barbara, San Juan Capistrano, San Diego, Los Angeles Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Cosmos From $4,369
5% Off- NZ$4,169You save $200
The adventure starts at San Francisco's Hilton Union Square, crossing Bay Bridge and Central Valley to Yosemite. Take in Tunnel View, roam Tuolumne Meadows, and scale Lembert Dome before returning to San Francisco. Bio-fueled mini-coach covers 400-mile round trip through California's diverse landscapes.
Duration 3 days Destinations San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Tuolumne Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Incredible Adventures From
5% Off- NZ$1,701
The route starts in San Francisco, following Pacific Coast Highway to Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Henry Cowell redwoods. Winds through Cambria to Paso Robles wine country, covering 500 miles of West Coast scenery.
Duration 3 days Destinations San Francisco, Santa Cruz, Paso Robles, San Simeon, Cambria Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Toast Tours LLC From
5% Off- NZ$5,378
What people love about West Coast USA Tours from San Francisco
- Wild West
The tour was great, especially our guide Pasquale, who brought more flavour to all places we visited and did his best to show and teach us everything, meet everyone’s expectations and create a great atmosphere. Our driver Jacob also was very kind and supportive. Hotels had a good standard and necessary itinerary adaptions were on spot. In my point of view, the only shortfall was tour start and end (meeting/drop-off) points; which would work quite better starting and ending in a hotel, also offering pre and post tour accommodation for the ones arriving early or leaving late. Meeting points in public spaces when you have luggage is not comfortable and might cause problems to travellers. All the rest was great!
- Northern California
It was great. Tough schedule but I liked it.
- Northern California's Finest
Randy did a wonderful job. i only wish there was more room between seats as i am 6'4" 175. the scenery was breathtaking.
What our customers ask about West Coast USA Tours from San Francisco
What's the best time of year to start a West Coast USA tour from San Francisco?
The most reliable weather occurs from June through September making it the main travel season. Spring visitors (April-May) often head to Yosemite to see the waterfalls while summer (June-August) draws hikers. Booking data shows July and August are the busiest months for tour departures. Winter brings fewer crowds but weather can be unpredictable. One TourRadar traveler noted: "We went in September and had perfect weather for both San Francisco sightseeing and Yosemite hiking."
What accommodation options are available for the first nights in San Francisco?
San Francisco offers lodging across different price points. Central hotels like the San Francisco Marriott Marquis and Holiday Inn Golden Gateway provide standard tour accommodations while budget-conscious travelers can book with companies like Incredible Adventures that include hostel or camping options. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The Marriott Marquis was perfectly located downtown making it easy to explore Union Square and catch the cable cars."
What are the most popular first-day activities for tours starting in San Francisco?
The first day typically covers San Francisco's main attractions. Tours often take groups to Fisherman's Wharf through Chinatown past Alcatraz Island and across the Golden Gate Bridge. Most pickups happen at central hotels including the San Francisco Hilton or Marriott Fisherman's Wharf. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Starting at Fisherman's Wharf gave us the perfect introduction to the city before heading to Yosemite the next day."
What are the most common next destinations after San Francisco on West Coast USA tours?
Tours frequently continue to Yosemite National Park Monterey or Sacramento. The drive east to Yosemite takes about 4 hours while Monterey lies 2 hours south along the Pacific Coast Highway. Accommodations include places like the Hampton Inn Fresno Airport near Yosemite or Casa Munras Garden Hotel in Monterey. As noted by a TourRadar traveler: "The transition from San Francisco's urban environment to Yosemite's natural wonders was breathtaking."
How much free time is typically allocated in San Francisco before departing for the next destination?
Tours generally spend 1-2 days in San Francisco combining guided tours with independent exploration. Many itineraries like the Coastal California & Yosemite tour offer structured morning activities followed by free afternoons for visiting Alcatraz Island Golden Gate Park or Union Square shopping. A TourRadar traveler mentioned: "Having both guided tours and free time in San Francisco was perfect for exploring at our own pace."
What's the recommended budget for additional expenses on San Francisco-based tours?
Plan for 50-75 USD daily beyond the base tour cost of 200-300 USD per day. This covers meals not included optional activities and tips. Popular add-ons like Alcatraz tours cost 40-50 USD while Yosemite activities range from 30-100 USD. A TourRadar traveler advised: "Setting aside around 75 USD per day covered our extra meals and activities comfortably."
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