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Northern California with Yosemite National Park

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Start and end in San Francisco
4.8 (13 reviews)
  • Golden Gate Bridge silhouetted at sunset over calm bay waters with distant hills glowing
  • A stunning view of Lake Tahoe with surrounding forests and a small island in the lake.
  • Modern Sacramento skyline rises behind trees along the American River on a clear afternoon.
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  • Bustling street in San Francisco’s Chinatown decorated with red lanterns above rows of parked cars.
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City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 20 - 50
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    San Francisco

    San Francisco
    Meals
    Dinner (Welcome dinner at your hotel with Travel Director and fellow travellers)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Beacon Grand)
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  3. Day 2

    San Francisco

    San Francisco
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Beacon Grand)

    Included Activities

    • Morning exploration tour from Fisherman's Wharf to Union Square
    • Ferry cruise to Sausalito with time for shopping

    Optional Activities

    • Evening walking tour of Chinatown
    • Dinner at Great Eastern restaurant
    • City Illuminations tour
    Landmarks
    Fisherman's Wharf
    Union Square
    Sausalito
    Chinatown
  4. Day 3

    San Francisco to Sonoma Valley

    San Francisco to Sonoma Valley
    Meals
    Lunch (Lunch with fellow travellers at local winery)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Flamingo Resort & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Guided Golden Gate Bridge walk across the 1.7-mile span
    • Local winery visit with wine tasting
    Landmarks
    Golden Gate Bridge
  5. Day 4

    Sonoma Valley to Lake Tahoe

    Sonoma Valley to Lake Tahoe
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Margaritaville Resort)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to California State Capitol

    Optional Activities

    • Napa Valley Hot Air Ballooning - US$250.00
    Landmarks
    California State Capitol
    Itinerary Image 1
  6. Day 5

    Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park

    Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Yosemite Valley Lodge, Tenaya Yosemite)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic road-trip through Sierra Nevada mountain range
    • Pass viewing of El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall
    Landmarks
    Yosemite National Park
    El Capitan
    Bridalveil Fall
    Tioga Pass
    Itinerary Image 1
  7. Day 6

    Yosemite National Park to Monterey

    Yosemite National Park to Monterey
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Visit to Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias (seasonal)
    • Farm-to-table Be My Guest experience at Happy Girl Kitchen Co. with local hosts

    Optional Activities

    • Monterey Bay Aquarium - US$51.00
    Landmarks
    Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
    Happy Girl Kitchen Co.
  8. Day 7

    Monterey

    Monterey
    Meals
    Dinner (Festive dinner with Travel Director and fellow travellers)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa)

    Included Activities

    • Scenic 17-Mile Drive along California coast
    • Agricultural education tour in Salinas Valley with local specialist
    • Visit to historic family farm in Monterey County
    • Tasting of local delicacy
    Landmarks
    17-Mile Drive
    Salinas Valley
    Cannery Row
  9. Day 8

    Monterey to San Francisco

    Monterey to San Francisco

    Included Activities

    • Walk among giant redwood trees at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
    Landmarks
    Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

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Where You'll Stay

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  • Beacon Grand

    Hotel
    Days 1, 2

  • Flamingo Resort & Spa

    Hotel
    day 3

  • Margaritaville Resort

    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
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  • 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
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    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
    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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  • Susan5.0•June 2024
    The trip as a whole was great. Our Tour Director and bus driver were awesome. Our tour director was knowledgeable...
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    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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  • Bruce
    Bruce5.0•July 2022
    Great trip with Trafalgar tours@
    Traveled in June 2022
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    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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  • Geralyn
    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
    Reply from: Trafalgar
    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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    Asked on March 2nd, 2025

    How large can the tour groups be?

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

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    • 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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    Asked on January 27th, 2025

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

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    • 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?

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    • TrafalgarOperator•Written November 2024

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

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

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    • 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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    What is the policy on vaccinations for the tour?

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    • 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?

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    • 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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    Asked on May 24th, 2024

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

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      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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    • 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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    Asked on April 19th, 2024

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    • TrafalgarOperator•Written April 2024

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

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