Muir Woods, Sausalito, Marin Headlands, Lighthouse Private Tour

In San Francisco, California

From
£761 pp
7h 0 mins · 3.0 (2)
Muir Woods, Sausalito, Marin Headlands, Lighthouse Private Tour
Taking pictures at the Golden Gate Bridge near Lone Sailor Monument Visiting Muir Woods: coastal sequoias - tallest trees in the world. Visiting Sausalito: a beautiful little town with stunning views of the Bay, Bridges, and downtown SF. Lunch in one of many seafood restaurants. Souvenir shops and art galleries. Visiting Marin Headlands. See panoramic views of the ocean and the bay. Visiting 923-foot high Hawk Hill where a coast artillery battery was built during WWII to protect the Bay entrance. Visiting the world’s largest marine mammal hospital where injured, ill, or abandoned sea animals are rescued, rehabilitated, and released. Visiting the Nike Missile Site, the last line of defense against air attack. Visiting Point Bonita Lighthouse, located at the Bay entrance, a 56-foot tower, built in 1855 at 306 feet above sea level Visiting Fort Baker-Cavallo Point, a military base just under the Golden Gate Bridge, on its northern side.
Free cancellation Pickup included

What's included

  • PRIVATE_TRANSPORTATION
  • BOTTLED_WATER
  • AIR_CONDITIONED_VEHICLE
  • Tickets to Muir Wood and to Marine Mammal Center if booked after 7/13/2024

What's not included

  • Optional: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and stop near the Lone Sailor with a Duffle Bag, take pictures of the Bay, the Bridge, and Downtown San Francisco (10 min)
  2. See the tallest trees in the world, coastal sequoias. Enjoy the Muir Wood National Monument. Breathe fresh air and learn the history of the woods (1h 30min) Admission included
  3. Admire stunning views of the bay, Downtown San Francisco, Bridges, yachts. Eat in a seafood restaurant. Visit art galleries. Relax in a coastal town. Stroll the waterfront and enjoy the American replica of Amalfi coast of Italy (1h 30min)
  4. Enjoy gorgeous views of the Pacific Ocean and of San Francisco Bay from the top of Hawk Hill. Learn about the history of Artillery Batteries build here during WWII. Take pictures. (20 min)
  5. SF-88 is a former Nike Missile launch site in the Marin Headlands. It was built to protect San Francisco Bay Area during the Cold War, specifically from attack by Soviet bomber aircraft. (25 min)
  6. It was established for rescuing, rehabilitating, and releasing marine mammals who are injured, ill, or abandoned. (30 min)
  7. Walk to the Lighthouse and take unforgettable photos. Point Bonita Lighthouse was built in 1955 and helped ships pass treacherous Golden Gate straight. Discover Point Bonita's wild landscape, geology, and history by hiking a steep half-mile trail. (30 min)
  8. Fort Baker is one of the components of California's Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The Fort, which borders the City of Sausalito in Marin County and is connected to SF by the Golden Gate Bridge, served as an Army post until the mid-1990s. Many of the military-built buildings still stand, and current institutions in the area include Coast Guard Station Golden Gate, a motor lifeboat station, the Travis Marina and Presidio Yacht Club, and the Bay Area Discovery Museum. (15 min)
  9. After the tour we will bring you back to your hotel in the city. (30 min)

Practical information

Operated by
A Taste of SF Tours
Max group size
14 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–14
Languages
de, ru, en
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently asked questions

This tour lasts approximately 7 hours. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.

The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.

Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.