Are meals included in the tour package?

Breakfast is typically included with pre and post-tour accommodations.

What is the cost for arrival and departure transfers?

Transfer from the airport to the hotel costs $90 per person, and the same cost applies for departure transfers as well.

What is the policy regarding children on the tour?

Children are welcome on the tour, and we have special rates and arrangements for families.

What is the payment schedule for the tour?

A deposit of $200 per person is required to confirm your booking, with the final payment due 60 days prior to departure.

Can I reserve a spot for a tour until I sort out my visa and flights?

We can hold a space for you until you finalize your visa and flights, but please confirm your request as soon as possible.

What should I be aware of regarding travel insurance?

It is highly recommended to have travel insurance while participating in our tours.

When is the best time to go, weather wise? I'm scheduling my vacation time at work so I need to pick week.

In autumn, temperatures range from the low 40s at night to the upper 80s during the day, making fall one of the best times to visit Northern California.

When is the best time to schedule my vacation for this tour?

Autumn offers pleasant temperatures, ranging from low 40s at night to upper 80s during the day, making it a great time to visit.

What is the cost of the single supplement?

A single-room accommodation with a departure date on the 26th of April, 2024 total cost is USD 4,399 per person( base room price is USD 3,475 plus the single supplement price of USD 924).

Would it be possible to reserve a space until 4 October to sort out visa, flights etc?

We don't have available departures for this tour for 2023.

Northern California (8 Days, San Francisco Airport And Post Trip Hotel Transfer)

8 days

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Start and end in San Francisco

4.5

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The trip as a whole was great. The itinerary was a good mix of cities and scenery.
Susan, traveled in June
5.0
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Platinum Operator: Trafalgar
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 48
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
San Francisco
Included Activities
- Welcome Reception at hotel
Day 2
San Francisco
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Morning exploration tour from Fisherman's Wharf to Union Square
- Ferry cruise to Sausalito with shopping time
Optional Activities
- Guided walking tour of Chinatown with dinner and city illumination tour
Landmarks
Fisherman's Wharf
Union Square
Sausalito
Chinatown
Day 3
San Francisco to Sonoma and Napa Valley
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Guided Golden Gate Bridge walk across the 1.7-mile span
- Visit to local winery with wine tasting
- Lunch with fellow travellers
Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Day 4
Napa Valley to Lake Tahoe
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to California's State Capitol
Landmarks
California State Capitol
Sacramento River Valley
Lake Tahoe
Day 5
Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Sierra Nevada mountain range and Tioga Pass
- Views of El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall
Landmarks
Tioga Pass
Yosemite National Park
El Capitan
Bridalveil Fall
Day 6
Yosemite National Park to Monterey
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farm-to-Table Be My Guest experience including the freshest local ingredients)
Included Activities
- Visit to Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
- Farm-to-Table Be My Guest experience at Happy Girl Kitchen in Monterey
Landmarks
Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
Happy Girl Kitchen
Day 7
Monterey
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Farewell Dinner)
Included Activities
- Scenic 17-Mile Drive along the California coast
- Agricultural education tour in Salinas Valley at historic family farm
- Visit to Cannery Row in Monterey
- Farewell Dinner with Travel Director and fellow travellers
Optional Activities
- Visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium
Landmarks
17-Mile Drive
Salinas Valley
Cannery Row
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Day 8
Monterey to San Francisco
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit to Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park for walk amongst redwood trees
Landmarks
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Landmarks
Fisherman's Wharf
Union Square
Sausalito
Chinatown

Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge

Landmarks
California State Capitol
Sacramento River Valley
Lake Tahoe

Landmarks
Tioga Pass
Yosemite National Park
El Capitan
Bridalveil Fall

Landmarks
Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
Happy Girl Kitchen

Landmarks
17-Mile Drive
Salinas Valley
Cannery Row
Monterey Bay Aquarium

Landmarks
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

What's Included

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport
Free eSIM
TourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

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Trafalgar

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(2,209 reviews)

Number of tours

447

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

9 hours

Response rate

88%

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Reduce Carbon Emissions

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A transparent overview of applicable fees.

Travel Insurance

Be covered for any unforseen circumstances.

Traveler Reviews

4.5

Overall rating based on 2 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
5.0
Food
4.5
Tour Operator
4.5

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Karen
July 26th, 2024
4.0
Would like to have walked down the main street of Chinatown. We're very disappointed in the side street we walked...
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Traveled in July 2024
Reply from: Trafalgar
Thank you for travelling with us to Trafalgar. We are pleased you enjoyed the accommodation, Travel Director, and overall experience. We hope you had a great time. Thank you for being our guest.
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Susan
June 26th, 2024
5.0
The trip as a whole was great. Our Tour Director and bus driver were awesome. Our tour director was knowledgeable...
The trip as a whole was great. Our Tour Director and bus driver were awesome. Our tour director was knowledgeable about the history, geography, flora and fauna of the areas we visited. The itinerary was a good mix of cities and scenery. My only complaint is that I thought the communication with the company before the trip left something to be desired. I spent several hours on the phone in the days immediately before the trip trying to straighten out some things that had gone sideways.Show more
Traveled in June 2024
Reply from: Trafalgar
Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us. We appreciate your input and are glad you received exceptional service from our On-The-Road Teams. They are indeed a valuable asset to our company. We understand that your pre-tour experience could have been smoother, and you may have felt that our Reservations Team could have been more helpful. We genuinely appreciate your efforts in ironing out the minor details of your travel arrangements. Our Reservations teams are upskilling all staff to provide our valued guests with the best service.
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Adriaan Cornelis Johanna Maria
Asked on January 7th, 2025
Are meals included in the tour package?
Meals
- TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2025
  Breakfast is typically included with pre and post-tour accommodations.
E
Elmar
Asked on August 12th, 2024
What is the cost for arrival and departure transfers?
Flights / Transfers
Price / Availability
- TrafalgarOperator•Written August 2024
  Transfer from the airport to the hotel costs $90 per person, and the same cost applies for departure transfers as well.
M
Maria Isabel
Asked on July 16th, 2024
What is the policy regarding children on the tour?
Age Range
- TrafalgarOperator•Written July 2024
  Children are welcome on the tour, and we have special rates and arrangements for families.
N
Nora
Asked on June 2nd, 2024
What is the payment schedule for the tour?
Payments
- TrafalgarOperator•Written June 2024
  A deposit of $200 per person is required to confirm your booking, with the final payment due 60 days prior to departure.
C
Charo
Asked on March 31st, 2024
Can I reserve a spot for a tour until I sort out my visa and flights?
Flights / Transfers
Travel Support
Visa
- TrafalgarOperator•Written March 2024
  We can hold a space for you until you finalize your visa and flights, but please confirm your request as soon as possible.
A
Alexis
Asked on March 11th, 2024
What should I be aware of regarding travel insurance?
Travel Support
- TrafalgarOperator•Written March 2024
  It is highly recommended to have travel insurance while participating in our tours.
B
Brian
Asked on November 29th, 2023
When is the best time to go, weather wise? I'm scheduling my vacation time at work so I need to pick week.
Tour Details
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2023
  In autumn, temperatures range from the low 40s at night to the upper 80s during the day, making fall one of the best times to visit Northern California.
S
Sean
Asked on November 29th, 2023
When is the best time to schedule my vacation for this tour?
Tour Details
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2023
  Autumn offers pleasant temperatures, ranging from low 40s at night to upper 80s during the day, making it a great time to visit.
M
Matt
Asked on November 15th, 2023
What is the cost of the single supplement?
Price / Availability
Single supplement
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2023
  A single-room accommodation with a departure date on the 26th of April, 2024 total cost is USD 4,399 per person( base room price is USD 3,475 plus the single supplement price of USD 924).
R
Rhonda
Asked on September 29th, 2023
Would it be possible to reserve a space until 4 October to sort out visa, flights etc?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
Visa
- TrafalgarOperator•Written September 2023
  We don't have available departures for this tour for 2023.

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Visa
- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
Payment information
- For any tour departing before May 18th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 18th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Trafalgar. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
- Some departure dates and prices may vary and Trafalgar will contact you with any discrepancies before your booking is confirmed.
- The following cards are accepted for "Trafalgar" tours: Visa, Maestro, Mastercard, American Express or PayPal. TourRadar does NOT charge you an extra fee for using any of these payment methods.
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Accessibility
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Northern California (8 Days, San Francisco Airport And Post Trip Hotel Transfer)

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Itinerary

San Francisco

Included Activities

San Francisco

Included Activities

Optional Activities

San Francisco to Sonoma and Napa Valley

Included Activities

Napa Valley to Lake Tahoe

Included Activities

Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park

Included Activities

Yosemite National Park to Monterey

Included Activities

Monterey

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Monterey to San Francisco

Included Activities

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