West Coast USA Tours from San Francisco
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10 best West Coast USA tours from San Francisco
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- San Francisco to Seattle
- Western Highlights
- U.S. Small Group Tour - The Best of the West
- 5 day California Coastlines and Vineyards, Waves and Wine small group tour
- Yosemite & Tahoe Sierras - 4 Days
- LGBTQIA+ Yosemite Escape Camping Tour
- Women’s Only Yosemite Escape Camping Tour
- Women’s Only Yosemite Escape Lodging Tour
- California Parks Highlights Tour: San Francisco to Los Angeles
- California's Central Coast: Redwoods, Hearst Castle, Wine Country, Solvang & Santa Barbara | San Francisco to Los Angeles
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 $6,410
25% Off- NZ$4,808You save $1,602
Western Highlights
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Had a totally fabulous time on our 1st Tour Radar experience. Enjoyed every single day and would thoroughly recommend booking it.”
Toni, traveled in April
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
25% Off- NZ$3,666
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$7,822
Duration 5 days Destinations San Francisco, Point Reyes National Seashore Age Range 21 to 99 year olds Operator Bindlestiff Tours From
25% Off- NZ$6,727
Yosemite & Tahoe Sierras - 4 Days
13 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Best way to see all the amazing scenery without the hassle of all that driving.”
RayFitzmaurice, traveled in September
The 4-day route from San Francisco covers 750 miles through California's iconic landmarks. The path leads through Gold Rush Country to Yosemite Valley, ascending 10,000-foot Tioga Pass, to Mammoth Lakes and Lake Tahoe, returning via Sacramento's Pony Express Trail.
Duration 4 days Destinations San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Tuolumne, Mammoth Lakes, Devils Postpile National Monument, Lake Tahoe Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Incredible Adventures From
25% Off- NZ$2,271
Head out from San Francisco's Hilton Hotel through California's agricultural valley to Yosemite. Take in Tunnel View at 4,500 feet, Giant Sequoias, and El Capitan before returning to San Francisco.
Duration 3 days Destinations San Francisco, Yosemite National Park Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Incredible Adventures From
25% Off- NZ$1,339
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$1,339
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$1,699
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$4,235
Rolling south from San Francisco via Pacific Coast Highway through Santa Cruz Boardwalk and Paso Robles wine country. The route covers 450 coastal miles before concluding in Los Angeles, with stops at Hearst Castle and Santa Barbara's waterfront.
Duration 3 days Destinations San Francisco, Santa Cruz, Paso Robles, San Simeon, Cambria, Solvang, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles Age Range up to 99 year olds Operator Toast Tours LLC From
25% Off- NZ$6,887
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!
- Yosemite Escape Camping - 3 Days
Lots of fun, gorgeous landscapes and Kate is great!
- Yosemite & Tahoe Sierras - 4 Days
Fabulous tour that gave the right amount of overview of both Yosemite and Lake Tahoe. It helped that we had a great group of strangers who all gelled within an hour of meeting, and of course our fantastic guide Randy.
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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