We are looking for a shorter trip to Northern Cali to see the redwoods, sequoias, possibly Carmel by the Sea/Monteray. We're coming from Buffalo, NY and would love to do a shorter, more affordable nature focused trip in 2027. Do you offer a trip covering only days 7-10 of "Northern Cal's Finest"? Or, is it possible to join this tour beginning with activities on Day 7 (at a price covering only those activities)?

This is a scheduled group tour operated by Globus, and unfortunately the itinerary cannot be modified. If you would like to join the tour partway through the itinerary, we can certainly assist you with that. However, please note that the price per person will remain the same, as the tour is sold as a complete package.

I have mobility issues and occasionally use a wheelchair / is the Northern California tour appropriate for me?

We appreciate you sharing your travel plans with us and will be happy to answer any questions you may have. You will be fine on our tour. Once you are booked, we will collect some information from you about your wheelchair and any other device you may be traveling with. We also require you to be able to get on and off the coach and participate in the seat rotation on the coach.

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Northern California's Finest

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Start and end in San Francisco

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This trip was well organized! His expertise on California history & highlighting of specific locations far exceeded our expectations.
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Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 46
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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
San Francisco
San Francisco
Optional Activities
- Walk on Fisherman's Wharf
- Bowl of clam chowder with sourdough bread at Fisherman's Wharf
- Ghirardelli chocolate tasting
Landmarks
Fisherman's Wharf
Ghirardelli Square
Day 2
San Francisco
San Francisco
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Sightseeing tour of San Francisco including Golden Gate National Recreation area, Japanese Tea Gardens, Golden Gate Bridge, Presidio, Fisherman's Wharf, and Union Square
Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Japanese Tea Gardens
Presidio
Fisherman's Wharf
Union Square
Day 3
San Francisco - Sonoma - Napa - Sacramento
San Francisco - Sonoma - Napa - Sacramento
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Travel across Golden Gate Bridge
- Sonoma city tour
- Winery tasting at family-owned winery
- Sacramento sightseeing tour
Optional Activities
- Lunch at Oxbow Public Market in Napa (artisan cafes, organic produce stands, local food vendors)
- Explore Sacramento restaurants
- Visit craft breweries in Sacramento
- Wine-tasting rooms in Sacramento
Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Oxbow Public Market
Day 4
Sacramento to Yosemite National Park
Sacramento to Yosemite National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Landmarks
Yosemite National Park
Sierra Nevada Mountains
Day 5
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Yosemite Valley Floor Tram Tour (open-air, guided by Park Ranger)
- Nature walk in Yosemite National Park (guided by Naturalist Guide)
Landmarks
Yosemite Valley
El Capitan
Cathedral Spires
Yosemite Falls
Half Dome
Yosemite National Park
Day 6
Yosemite - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Yosemite - Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Dinner followed by stargazing experience)
Included Activities
- Exploration of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks
- Stargazing experience with cultural and ancient constellation legends
Landmarks
Sequoia National Park
Kings Canyon National Park
Day 7
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks - Monterey
Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks - Monterey
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Morning exploration of Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks including General Sherman Tree and Visitor Center
Optional Activities
- Visit General Sherman Tree
- Visitor Center at Sequoia & Kings Canyon
- Relax in tranquil park settings
Landmarks
General Sherman Tree
Cannery Row
Day 8
Monterey - Carmel
Monterey - Carmel
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Special farewell dinner at a local restaurant)
Included Activities
- Fisherman's Wharf stroll (with opportunities to see whales, otters, and sea creatures)
- Historic Cannery Row visit
- 17-Mile Drive scenic journey
- Carmel-by-the-Sea visit
- Pebble Beach Golf Course viewing
- Farewell dinner at local restaurant
Landmarks
Fisherman's Wharf
Cannery Row
17-Mile Drive
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Pebble Beach Golf Course
Lone Cypress
Day 9
Monterey to San Francisco
Monterey to San Francisco
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Fisherman's Wharf
Ghirardelli Square

Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Japanese Tea Gardens
Presidio
Fisherman's Wharf
Union Square

Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Oxbow Public Market

Landmarks
Yosemite National Park
Sierra Nevada Mountains

Landmarks
Yosemite Valley
El Capitan
Cathedral Spires
Yosemite Falls
Half Dome
Yosemite National Park

Landmarks
Sequoia National Park
Kings Canyon National Park

Landmarks
General Sherman Tree
Cannery Row

Landmarks
Fisherman's Wharf
Cannery Row
17-Mile Drive
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Pebble Beach Golf Course
Lone Cypress

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Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

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Traveler Reviews

5.0

Overall rating based on 218 Reviews

Itinerary
4.8
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.7
Food
4.7
Tour Operator
5.0

Paul5.0•July 2024
The tour guide and bus driver exceeded all expectations; they were a very organized, customer oriented team. Highly...
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Lynn5.0•September 2023
This trip was well organized! The tour director Randy was phenomenal. His expertise on California history &...
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David5.0•September 2023
Well coordinated and excellent presentations by tour guide Randy Schuster and precision driving by David. And, a...
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Susan5.0•September 2023
Wonderful trip. Tour guide Randy was incredible as was our driver David Day. They made the trip special
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Denise5.0•September 2023
Well organised, very interesting places / destinations throughout, professionally delivered .
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Steven5.0•September 2023
The pace of the tour was just right.
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Rosemary5.0•September 2023
We had a wonderful time. Our tour director Randy had everything well organized. Dave, our driver kept us all safe.
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Malinda5.0•September 2023
Tour guide was very knowledgeable with questions asked of him. Driver did an excellent job traversing up and down the...
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thomas5.0•September 2023
A lot of fun. Very organized. Randy as great.
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Anonymous5.0•September 2023
It was very well organized and we enjoyed every minute.
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Leanne
Asked on July 6th, 2026
We are looking for a shorter trip to Northern Cali to see the redwoods, sequoias, possibly Carmel by the Sea/Monteray. We're coming from Buffalo, NY and would love to do a shorter, more affordable nature focused trip in 2027. Do you offer a trip covering only days 7-10 of "Northern Cal's Finest"? Or, is it possible to join this tour beginning with activities on Day 7 (at a price covering only those activities)?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- GlobusOperator•Written July 2026
  This is a scheduled group tour operated by Globus, and unfortunately the itinerary cannot be modified. If you would like to join the tour partway through the itinerary, we can certainly assist you with that. However, please note that the price per person will remain the same, as the tour is sold as a complete package.
S
Shannon
Asked on October 25th, 2025
I have mobility issues and occasionally use a wheelchair / is the Northern California tour appropriate for me?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- GlobusOperator•Written October 2025
  We appreciate you sharing your travel plans with us and will be happy to answer any questions you may have. You will be fine on our tour. Once you are booked, we will collect some information from you about your wheelchair and any other device you may be traveling with. We also require you to be able to get on and off the coach and participate in the seat rotation on the coach.
T
Tiffany
Asked on May 25th, 2024
What is the solo supplement?
Single supplement
- GlobusOperator•Written May 2024
  The single supplement is the upcharge for a single room at each hotel.
- GlobusOperator•Written May 2024
  The single supplement for the October 17, 2025 departure would be $1,430.00 USD.
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Valerie
Asked on March 14th, 2022
Is there space for 6 travellers on the June 3 departure?
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  Valerie
  Traveler•Written March 2022
  Can you provide arrival and departure transfers?
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  Valerie
  Traveler•Written March 2022
  Will they need anything apart from Proof of Vaccination for the tour?
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  Valerie
  Traveler•Written March 2022
  If some travellers only have 2 vaccinations and no booster will they still be considered fully vaccinated?
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  Valerie
  Traveler•Written March 2022
  will you pick us up (6 of us) at San francisco international airport and drop us off on our way back ??
- GlobusOperator•Written March 2022
  We no longer offer airport transfers. We recommend guests to look into options such as taxis, rideshare (Lyft, Uber, etc), or independent shuttle services.
- GlobusOperator•Written March 2022
  To travel with Globus, we require travelers to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination. At this time, there is no other testing needed. Boosters are not currently required.
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  Valerie
  Traveler•Written March 2022
  so where to we book upon arrival and where is the pick up plus ick up time ??
- GlobusOperator•Written March 2022
  You can book the tour through the TourRadar booking page. The start hotel will be listed in your final travel documents. We recommend scheduling flights to arrive by 4 pm to allow for enough time to get to the start hotel.

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