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San Francisco: Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

San Francisco: Bridge to Bridge Cruise (90-minutes)

See both the Golden Gate Bridge and the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge on a single boat tour with personal headphone audio included. Explore San Francisco's famous landmarks, history, natural history, architecture, and Native American culture on board this unique bay cruise. During the 90-minute round trip cruise you'll depart from Fisherman's Wharf, one of the city's busiest tourist attractions. From there, sail under the Golden Gate Bridge. Completed in 1937, the Golden Gate is one of the world's most famous and beautiful bridges, and was at one point the largest suspension bridge in the world. Cruise past Alcatraz Island, once home of one of the world's most infamous prisons, and take the chance to enjoy the stunning San Francisco waterfront. The boat will pass along the harbor before heading under the colossal San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. Then it's time to head back to the charming city of San Francisco by the sea. For a limited time, all San Francisco Bridge to Bridge Cruises have a Buy One, Get One (BOGO) offer for the bar! Double the delight as you sip and savor the beauty of the San Francisco Bay while toasting to memorable moments.

San Francisco: Chocolate and Wine Cruise on the SF Bay

San Francisco: Chocolate and Wine Cruise on the SF Bay

Join us for the first Chocolate & Wine Cruise of the year on San Francisco Bay. Onboard a luxury yacht, taste wines from a local winemaker and sample a curated selection of local chocolate, confections, and wine. Walk among the various artisans and experience their latest creations. Explore and luxuriate on the yacht, and enjoy it all during the 2.5-hour cruise on the San Francisco Bay. Take home some of the great food and wine you've discovered and purchased onboard for continued enjoyment. Exclusive and limited to only 100 Attendees

Full-Day Wine Tour to Napa & Sonoma 3 Tastings Included

Full-Day Wine Tour to Napa & Sonoma 3 Tastings Included

Spend the unforgettable day in Napa & Sonoma County on this guided group tour from San Francisco. Taste the best wines of the region, enjoy the scenery, and learn the local history. Starting with pickup in San Francisco, cross the Golden Gate Bridge where the San Francisco Bay meets the Pacific Ocean and stop at the Marin County Vista Point for magnificent views. From the vista point, see the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, Alcatraz Island, the East Bay cities of Oakland and Berkeley (home of the first UC campus), and the Bay Bridge which connects them to San Francisco. Continue the journey by passing above the hillside houses and yacht marinas of Sausalito and traveling north through the rolling hills of Marin County. Just 35 minutes from the bridge begins beautiful Sonoma Valley, the site of the first winery of California. Today, Sonoma Valley is a world-famous producer of fine wines, cheeses, and olive oils. Visit 3 wineries, typically two in Sonoma, one small, one large, and one more in Napa chosen by your knowledgeable guides with your enjoyment and the diversity of wines in mind. Three tastings at three different wineries are included. Lunch is available for purchase at a winery or during a visit to downtown Sonoma Plaza, a park surrounded by historic buildings, including the last Franciscan Mission, restaurants, cafes, shops, and wine-tasting rooms, or in downtown Napa. This experience concludes with drop-off back to your hotel.

Oakland: Private Transfer from Oakland International Airport

Oakland: Private Transfer from Oakland International Airport

Enjoy convenient, reliable, comfortable private transportation from the Oakland International Airport (OAK) to your accommodation in downtown Oakland. Receive your driver's contact details 6 hours before your meeting time, to make sure the driver is easy to find upon arrival. 2 hours before your arrival time, you will receive precise meeting point information at Oakland International Airport. Upon arrival, receive assistance with your baggage. Sit back and relax as you travel from the airport to your accommodation in Oakland. Avoid the hassle of navigating public transport and arrive at your destination promptly and securely.

San Francisco: East Bay Brewery Tour with Tastings

San Francisco: East Bay Brewery Tour with Tastings

Discover the East Bay's vibrant beer scene on a guided walking tour. Start your adventure at Oakland's oldest bar, a waterfront saloon built from the remnants of an 1800s whaling vessel. Once you've calibrated to the East Bay's funky and deep-rooted vibes, your guide will take you on a walking tour to three excellent, local breweries. The area is known for its multicultural diversity, creative artists, and the origin of "California Cuisine." Each craft brewery expresses this style in its own way—through unique hops, creative can art, and award-winning flavors. You'll be led to each destination by a local guide. Every sip is deeply rooted in the Bay Area, making this tour an authentic way to support and experience what the East Bay has to offer.

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5 out of 5 stars

They could have let us get on sooner. They did not actually let us on until the start time of the cruise even though they told us to come 30 mins early. It was a bit cold and windy while we waited. But the cruise was great and the crew were very helpful. Also, an improvement would be to pump up the volume on the overhead audio tour.

5 out of 5 stars

pleasant cruise lasting 1h30 going from one bridge to the other and starting for the one I did towards the Golden Gate. Provide clothing to protect yourself from the cold and especially the wind. I did it on November 1, 2024. They provide headphones to have explanations in other languages for my part in French.

5 out of 5 stars

Really nice Cruise. We got to take a lot of good photos. The cruise team was really nice and the boat hat a lot of space! Would do it again to get this special view of Sfo!

5 out of 5 stars

Very attentive and well-informed guide. It's fun to have someone who knows and loves his city as a guide

5 out of 5 stars

Great trip around the Bay. Excellent information provided during the ride, Recommend for any visitor