How large can the tour groups be?

The average group size is about 40 guests, but this can vary depending on the specific tour.

I have limited ambulatory mobility does this trip accomodate ambulatory but limited travelers?

In most cases, you can bring a wheelchair/walker on your trip, provided you are accompanied by someone willing to offer personal assistance. For specific requirements like this, please inform us at the time of booking if you intend to bring a wheelchair/walker or a motorized scooter so that we can make the necessary arrangements. If a guest/traveler plans to bring a wheelchair or walker, a form must be completed. Those wishing to travel with wheelchairs or walkers should be able to navigate the coach steps multiple times a day, and their traveling companion must assist them. Due to limited space and weight restrictions in the luggage hold, only one wheelchair can be accommodated per trip/tour on a first-come, first-served basis.

Are there any cultural or environmental preparations needed for the tour?

Visits to National Parks involve 'rustic' accommodations and the highest elevation point is 10,000 feet. Be prepared for varied environmental conditions.

Are accommodations before and after the tour included?

Pre and post accommodations are not generally included and can be booked additionally. Breakfast is included.

Is there a specific dress code or items recommended for the tour?

No specific dress code is required, but we recommend comfortable clothing and walking shoes. A flashlight is also suggested for walking in National Parks at night.

What is the policy on vaccinations for the tour?

Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended but not required. Ensure to meet any specific requirements imposed by airlines or local authorities.

How many nights at each hotel for the Northern California tour through SF, Tahoe, Yosemite, etc.? I can't find that anywhere. Also I assume you use motor coaches with a restroom on board, correct?

You will stay at a hotel in Yosemite for one night, which is on Day 5 of your itinerary. Typically, the trip includes stays at five different hotels, each for 1-2 nights. All coaches are equipped with on-board washrooms.

Where do we depart from. Do we fly to California and meet?

Your tour will depart in San Francisco, and you will meet the travel director all of the other guests on the designated start hotel.

Can we request Vegetarian food?

We are pleased to inform you that we can accommodate vegetarian guests. Please let us know at the time of booking so we can note your dietary preference in your booking.

What are the luggage size and weight limits for the tour?

The luggage allowance is 50lbs and the dimensions must not exceed 30"x18"x10".

Northern California with Yosemite National Park

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City & Culture: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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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 - 50
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
San Francisco
San Francisco
Meals
Dinner (Hotel dinner with Travel Director and fellow travellers)
Accommodation
Hotel (Beacon Grand)
Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Palace of Fine Arts
Day 2
San Francisco
San Francisco
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Beacon Grand)
Included Activities
- Morning exploration tour from Fisherman's Wharf to Union Square
- Ferry cruise to Sausalito with shopping time
- View Palace of Fine Arts and Golden Gate Bridge
- Explore Alamo Square, City Hall, and Golden Gate Park
- Visit Pier 39
Optional Activities
- Evening walking tour of Chinatown
- Dinner at Great Eastern
- City Illuminations tour
Landmarks
Fisherman's Wharf
Union Square
Sausalito
Chinatown
Alamo Square
City Hall
Golden Gate Park
Pier 39
Day 3
San Francisco to Sonoma
San Francisco to Sonoma
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Flamingo Resort & Spa)
Included Activities
- Guided Golden Gate Bridge walk
- Explore Sonoma town square with adobe buildings and boutique shops
- Local winery visit with wine tasting
- Lunch at winery with fellow travelers
Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Sonoma Plaza
Day 4
Sonoma to Lake Tahoe
Sonoma to Lake Tahoe
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe)
Included Activities
- Visit California's State Capitol
- Scenic drive through Sacramento River Valley
Optional Activities
- Napa Valley Hot Air Ballooning (US$250.00)
Landmarks
California State Capitol
Lake Tahoe
Day 5
Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park
Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation
Hotel (Yosemite Valley Lodge, Tenaya Yosemite)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive through Sierra Nevada mountains
- View El Capitan
- View Bridalveil Fall
- Scenic drive through Tioga Pass
Landmarks
El Capitan
Bridalveil Fall
Yosemite National Park
Day 6
Yosemite National Park to Monterey
Yosemite National Park to Monterey
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa)
Included Activities
- Visit Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias (seasonal)
- Farm-to-table Be My Guest experience at Happy Girl Kitchen Co. in Monterey
Optional Activities
- Monterey Bay Aquarium (US$51.00)
Landmarks
Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
Happy Girl Kitchen Co.
Day 7
Monterey
Monterey
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Local delicacy tasting at family farm in Monterey County), Dinner (Festive dinner)
Accommodation
Hotel (Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa)
Included Activities
- Scenic drive along 17-Mile Drive
- Salinas Valley agricultural education tour with Local Specialist
- Visit family farm in Monterey County
- Taste local delicacy
- Explore Cannery Row
- Festive dinner with Travel Director and fellow travelers
Landmarks
17-Mile Drive
Salinas Valley
Cannery Row
Day 8
Monterey to San Francisco
Monterey to San Francisco
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Walk amongst giant redwoods at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Landmarks
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Palace of Fine Arts

Landmarks
Fisherman's Wharf
Union Square
Sausalito
Chinatown
Alamo Square
City Hall
Golden Gate Park
Pier 39

Landmarks
Golden Gate Bridge
Sonoma Plaza

Landmarks
California State Capitol
Lake Tahoe

Landmarks
El Capitan
Bridalveil Fall
Yosemite National Park

Landmarks
Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
Happy Girl Kitchen Co.

Landmarks
17-Mile Drive
Salinas Valley
Cannery Row

Landmarks
Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

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Beacon Grand
Hotel
Days 1, 2
Flamingo Resort & Spa
Hotel
day 3
Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe
Hotel
day 4
Yosemite Valley Lodge, Tenaya Yosemite
Hotel
day 5
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Hotel
Days 6, 7

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4.8

Overall rating based on 13 Reviews

Itinerary
4.7
Transport
5.0
Guide
4.8
Accommodation
4.6
Food
4.4
Tour Operator
4.5

Paul5.0•September 2024
Great vacation. Saw so much.
Traveled in September 2024
Reply from: Trafalgar
Creating wonderful lifetime memories through unique travel experiences is our specialty. Thank you for being our guest.
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Stuart5.0•September 2024
It was all on my bucket list. No other tour I researched was as good. I’m very pleased.
Traveled in September 2024
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We appreciate you taking the time to give us your valuable feedback. It's great to hear about your positive experience with our team. Thank you for choosing Trafalgar.
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Karen4.0•July 2024
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
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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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Susan5.0•June 2024
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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Terri4.0•October 2023
It was great. Tough schedule but I liked it.
Traveled in October 2023
George5.0•September 2023
Led by Stephen
Excellent tour. Our guide and driver were the best. Would highly recommend this tour.
Traveled in August 2023
Reply from: Trafalgar
We take great pleasure in noting that our guests depart from our meticulously planned guided trips with only fond memories and an insatiable thirst for further travel experiences. That said, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us.
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Stacey5.0•September 2022
It was everything I hoped it would be and more. Very enjoyable and fun.
Traveled in August 2022
Reply from: Trafalgar
Thank you for sharing your experience while adventuring through Northern California. We are delighted to read that our valuable travellers had a wonderful time while touring the world with us. Thanks for reviewing your trip with us, and we hope you returned home with great memories. We hope you will contact us soon for your next trip.
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Bruce5.0•July 2022
Great trip with Trafalgar tours@
Traveled in June 2022
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We are delighted you got to experience all the highlights of California. It’s always great to read when our guests return home from our guided trips with fond memories and a thirst for even more travel experiences; as such, we thank you for sharing your feedback.
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Geralyn5.0•October 2021
The Northern California trip was fantastic. Impressed by the thoughtful trip planning and pacing. Our tour director,...
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Traveled in September 2021
SusanBetlach5.0•June 2019
The Northern California Itinerary is wonderful. It ranges from the big city, to the forest to the smaller bay...
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Traveled in May 2019
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At Trafalgar, we understand the importance of having a great team working with our guests to deliver incredible trips, and we are delighted to know that Robert and Angel helped to create such a memorable experience for you in Northern California. On top of this, it’s wonderful to read that you thoroughly enjoyed discovering the hand-picked destinations on our carefully curated itinerary. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us and we look forward to travelling together soon, wherever and whenever you decide that might be.
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Lice
Asked on March 2nd, 2025
How large can the tour groups be?
Group size
- TrafalgarOperator•Written March 2025
  The average group size is about 40 guests, but this can vary depending on the specific tour.
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Ivan
Asked on February 21st, 2025
I have limited ambulatory mobility does this trip accomodate ambulatory but limited travelers?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- TrafalgarOperator•Written February 2025
  In most cases, you can bring a wheelchair/walker on your trip, provided you are accompanied by someone willing to offer personal assistance. For specific requirements like this, please inform us at the time of booking if you intend to bring a wheelchair/walker or a motorized scooter so that we can make the necessary arrangements. If a guest/traveler plans to bring a wheelchair or walker, a form must be completed. Those wishing to travel with wheelchairs or walkers should be able to navigate the coach steps multiple times a day, and their traveling companion must assist them. Due to limited space and weight restrictions in the luggage hold, only one wheelchair can be accommodated per trip/tour on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Elke
Asked on January 27th, 2025
Are there any cultural or environmental preparations needed for the tour?
Other
- TrafalgarOperator•Written January 2025
  Visits to National Parks involve 'rustic' accommodations and the highest elevation point is 10,000 feet. Be prepared for varied environmental conditions.
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Gladys
Asked on November 28th, 2024
Are accommodations before and after the tour included?
Accommodation
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
  Pre and post accommodations are not generally included and can be booked additionally. Breakfast is included.
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Axel
Asked on November 23rd, 2024
Is there a specific dress code or items recommended for the tour?
Tour Details
- TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024
  No specific dress code is required, but we recommend comfortable clothing and walking shoes. A flashlight is also suggested for walking in National Parks at night.
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Tara
Asked on October 14th, 2024
What is the policy on vaccinations for the tour?
Other
- TrafalgarOperator•Written October 2024
  Covid-19 vaccinations and boosters are highly recommended but not required. Ensure to meet any specific requirements imposed by airlines or local authorities.
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Kyle
Asked on June 22nd, 2024
How many nights at each hotel for the Northern California tour through SF, Tahoe, Yosemite, etc.? I can't find that anywhere. Also I assume you use motor coaches with a restroom on board, correct?
Tour Details
Transport
- TrafalgarOperator•Written June 2024
  You will stay at a hotel in Yosemite for one night, which is on Day 5 of your itinerary. Typically, the trip includes stays at five different hotels, each for 1-2 nights. All coaches are equipped with on-board washrooms.
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Vincent
Asked on May 24th, 2024
Where do we depart from. Do we fly to California and meet?
Flights / Transfers
Tour Details
- TrafalgarOperator•Written May 2024
  Your tour will depart in San Francisco, and you will meet the travel director all of the other guests on the designated start hotel.
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Rebecca
Asked on May 14th, 2024
Can we request Vegetarian food?
Meals
- TrafalgarOperator•Written May 2024
  We are pleased to inform you that we can accommodate vegetarian guests. Please let us know at the time of booking so we can note your dietary preference in your booking.
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Lisette
Asked on April 19th, 2024
What are the luggage size and weight limits for the tour?
Transport
- TrafalgarOperator•Written April 2024
  The luggage allowance is 50lbs and the dimensions must not exceed 30"x18"x10".

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