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- Golden Gate Bay Cruise plus Alcatraz as a 2nd reservation
- SF Double Decker Downtown Hop On Hop Off Loop
- San Francisco Ultimate City Tour - 1st reservation plus Alcatraz as a 2nd reservation
- SuperShuttle - SFO To Hotels - One Way
- Holiday Lights- Cable Car Fun Tour
- San Francisco to Sausalito Daily Guided Bike Tour across Golden Gate Bridge
- 2 Hour Motorized Cable Car Tour of San Francisco and Golden Gate Bridge
- Redwoods and Sausalito Tour - 1st reservation plus Alcatraz as a 2nd reservation
- Yosemite One Day Tour from San Francisco by Bio-Diesel Van or Mini Van
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AN FRANCISCO AND BAY AREA PRIVATE SUV TOURS AND CHARTERS
© PRIVATE SAN FRANCISCO AREA ADVENTURE TOURS
Ride with Golden Gate Getaways for a private tour you will not forget.
All of our tours are for private groups from two to six transported in luxury. Enjoy the ride aboard our Custom GMC Yukon Denali. Seats up to six adults in comfort.
Choose from San Francisco Tours, San Francisco Night Tours, Muir Woods and Sausalito, Northern California Tours, Big Sur/Hearst Castle , Monterey/Carmel or Wine Country Tours. Or combine any activities with our Custom Tour planning
Our tours can be customized to fit your travel needs and are more personal than tours found on a bus or a van. Find out why a private tour is the best way to see San Francisco and the Bay Area. All tours offer a pick up and return to your hotel. Our Yukon Denali is stocked with Champagne, Spring Water and a great musical selection. Most tours include a complimentary California Wine and Cheese Picnic Affair: Soft drinks, Chardonnay, Nuts, Fresh Fruit, Cheeses, Grapes, Chocolates Etc.
Why choose Golden Gate Getaways for your private tour?
- We offer private tours only. No waiting to check in or large crowds.
- You choose the starting time and pace of your tour.
- We pick you up and drop you off at the location of your choice.
- We stop at the places you want to see for as long as you want.
- This is an owner operated tour. Jeff Morgan is an established tour guide and very knowledgeable about the of the history and geography of the area.
- Tour buses are not allowed into many of the areas that we visit.
SAN FRANCISCO CITY TOURS
San Francisco Day Tour Private SUV - SF on the Half Shell
Day or Evening - Start when you want.
Duration:
2-3 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $140.00 | $10.00 | $130.00 |
| 4 -6 Guests per person | $115.00 | $10.00 | $105.00 |
All the highlights! • Lombard St. • Coit Tower/North Beach • Palace of Fine Arts • China Town • Grace Cathedral • Golden Gate Park • The Haight • The Presidio • Sea Cliff • The Cliff House • Golden Gate Bridge and Museum.
Summary - San Francisco on the Half Shell...
All the highlights! • Lombard St. • Coit Tower/North Beach • Palace of Fine Arts • China Town • Grace Cathedral • Golden Gate Park • The Haight • The Presidio • Sea Cliff • The Cliff House • Golden Gate Bridge and Museum. Great way to get an overview of the City.
Options: Ask about adding a picnic lunch or or stop at the Ghirardelli Chocolate Soda Fountain.
Tours include free San Francisco hotel pick up and drop off!
Private SUV Tour - San Francisco Golden Gate Park, Museums and Tea Garden
Daily - Start when you want
Duration:
3 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $140.00 | $10.00 | $130.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $115.00 | $10.00 | $105.00 |
Grand tour of Golden Gate Park • Stow Lake • The Japanese Tea Garden for tea and scones • the classic Legion of Honor Museum • Scenic tour of the exclusive Sea Cliff neighborhood
Tour Details: Tea for Two...
Grand tour of Golden Gate Park • Stow Lake • The Japanese Tea Garden for tea and scones • The classic Legion of Honor Museum • Scenic tour of the exclusive Sea Cliff neighborhood
Options: Optional golf round at enchanting Lincoln Golf Course. Lunch at ocean side restaurant. Ask about adding a picnic lunch.
Tours include free San Francisco hotel pick up and drop off!
NORTH OF SAN FRANCISCO
Private SUV Day Trip - North Coast and Redwoods
Daily - Start when you want.
Duration:
3-4 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $155.00 | $10.00 | $145.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $120.00 | $10.00 | $110.00 |
Golden Gate Bridge to Marin Headlands • Visit Point Bonita Lighthouse • Muir Beach • Pelican Inn for refreshments • Muir Woods nature walk amongst 100 year old Redwoods then back to the bay side community of Sausalito.
Summary -Seafood Platter..
Golden Gate Bridge to Marin Headlands • Visit Point Bonita Lighthouse • Muir Beach • Pelican Inn for refreshments • Muir Woods nature walk amongst 100 year old Redwoods then back to the bay side community of Sausalito.
Options: Optional cocktails, dinner and/or ferryboat ride back to S.F. Ask about adding a picnic lunch or or stop in Sausalito for Dinner.
Tours include free San Francisco hotel pick up and drop off!
Private SUV Day Trip - Hwy 1 to Sonoma Coast
Daily - Start when you want.
Duration:
3 - 4 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $155.00 | $10.00 | $145.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $120.00 | $10.00 | $110.00 |
Tour Summary -Chowder Bowl Coastal Drive on scenic Highway 1 to the Sonoma Coast • Stinson Beach • Tomales Bay • Hitchcock's Bodega Bay for sea cliff exploring and sea lion viewing •
Tour Summary -Chowder Bowl Coastal Drive on scenic Highway 1 to the Sonoma Coast • Stinson Beach • Tomales Bay • Hitchcock's Bodega Bay for sea cliff exploring and sea lion viewing •
Options: Lunch at ocean side restaurant. Optional cocktails, dinner and-or ferryboat ride back to S.F. Ask about adding a picnic lunch.
Tours include free San Francisco hotel pick up and drop off!
Private SUV Day Trip - Coastal Exploration to Point Reyes
Daily - Start when you want
Duration:
4-5 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $155.00 | $10.00 | $145.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $120.00 | $10.00 | $110.00 |
S.F. to Point Bonita Lighthouse • Pelican Inn and Muir Beach for snacks/beer/tea • Coastal drive to Hog Island Oyster Farm • Point Reyes Lighthouse and Museum then on to Inverness •
Tour Summary -The Tawny Port..
S.F. to Point Bonita Lighthouse • Pelican Inn and Muir Beach for snacks/beer/tea • Coastal drive to Hog Island Oyster Farm • Point Reyes Lighthouse and Museum then on to Inverness •
Options: Inverness for optional cocktails at Vladimir's and dinner at Manka's historic hunting lodge or the Olema Inn.
Tours include free San Francisco hotel pick up and drop off!
WINE COUNTRY
Summary NAPA VALLEY Bubble and More Bubbles
Champagne escort to Napa Valley • Tour three sparkling wineries Gloria
Ferrer, Domaine Chandon, and Schramsberg. Options: Ask about adding a
mud bath, massage, mineral treatment at Calistoga's Indian Springs Hot Springs
• We can also arrange Dinner at the exclusive Tra Vigna, Mustards or the
Rutherford Grill.
Private SUV Tour - Wine Country Bubble and More Bubbles
Daily
Duration:
7-8 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $220.00 | $25.00 | $195.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $175.00 | $20.00 | $155.00 |
Summary - Champagne escort to Napa Valley - Tour three sparkling wineries Gloria Ferrer, Domaine Chandon, and Schramsberg.
Options: Ask about adding a mud bath, massage, mineral treatment at Calistoga's Indian Springs Hot Springs - We can also arrange Dinner at the exclusive Tra Vigna, Mustards or the Rutherford Grill.
Tours include free San Francisco hotel pick up and drop off!
Summary: SONOMA VALLEY THE FUME BLANC.
Begins with a beautiful drive through the Sonoma Valley • Visit Sonoma
town square • Tours and tastings at Buena Vista, Chateau St. Jean and
Ledson Vineyards • Options: Optional tour of Sonoma Mission
Inn •• Dinner at unique outdoor Restaurant in the Sonoma Piazza.
Private SUV Tour - Wine Country Sonoma Valley Fume Blanc
Daily
Duration:
7-8 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $215.00 | $20.00 | $195.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $155.00 | $10.00 | $145.00 |
WINE COUNTRY - Sonoma Valley - The Fume Blanc.. Begins with a beautiful drive through the Sonoma Valley! Visit Sonoma town square. Tours and tastings at Buena Vista, Chateau St. Jean and Ledson Vineyards Optional tour of Sonoma Mission Inn! Dinner at unique outdoor Restaurant in the Sonoma Piazza
Summary: NAPA VALLEY VINTAGE RESERVE
Grand Tour of the famed Napa Valley • Tours and tastings along the Silverado
Trail • Niebaum-Coppola, Sterling Vineyards, Franciscan, and three wineries
of your choice • Options: Dinner outdoors at the Rutherford
Grill.
Private SUV Tour - Wine Country Napa Valley Vintage Reserve
Operates Daily
Duration:
7-8 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-6 Guests per person | $155.00 | $10.00 | $145.00 |
| 1-3 Guests per person | $215.00 | $20.00 | $195.00 |
Grand Tour of the famed Napa Valley! Tours and tastings along the Silverado Trail! Niebaum-Coppola, Sterling Vineyards, Franciscan, and three wineries of your choice! Options: Dinner outdoors at the Rutherford Grill.
Summary: DRY CREEK APPLELATIONOLD
VINE ZINFANDEL.
Valley tour of the rich Dry Creek Appellation • Tours and tastings at
Chateau Souverain and Ferrari Carano • Lunch at Lake Sonoma Winery •
Sea lions and sunset on the ocean cliffs of poetic Jenner Options:
Optional dinner at River's End Restaurant.
Private SUV Tour - Wine Country Dry Creek Old Vine Zinfandel
Daily
Duration:
7-8 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4-6 Guests per person | $155.00 | $10.00 | $145.00 |
| 1-3 Guests per person | $215.00 | $20.00 | $195.00 |
Valley tour of the rich Dry Creek Appellation and Russian River Valley! Tours and tastings at Chateau Souverain and Ferrari Carano! Lunch at Lake Sonoma Winery! Sea lions and sunset on the ocean cliffs of poetic Jenner! Options: Optional dinner at River's End Restaurant.
MONTEREY AND CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA
Private SUV Day Trip - Monterey and Carmel
Daily
Duration:
10-12 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $215.00 | $20.00 | $195.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $170.00 | $15.00 | $155.00 |
Scenic drive through Santa Cruz Mountains to Monterey • Tour of Fisherman's Wharf • Steinbeck's Cannery Row • Lunch in Carmel By The Sea • Scenic tour of 17-mile drive and Pebble Beach • Sunset at the beach.
Tour Summary -The Fresh Catch..
Scenic drive through Santa Cruz Mountains to Monterey • Tour of Fisherman's Wharf • Steinbeck's Cannery Row • Lunch in Carmel By The Sea • Scenic tour of 17-mile drive and Pebble Beach • Sunset at the beach.
Options: Optional visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium Optional overnight stay in one of Carmel or Monterey's famed landmark hotels.
Tours include free San Francisco hotel pick up and drop off!
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
Private SUV Day Trip - Yosemite National Park - One Day Trip
Daily
Duration:
12-15 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $270.00 | $25.00 | $245.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $205.00 | $20.00 | $185.00 |
Yosemite Valley! • Scenic tour of El Capitan, Half-Dome, Yosemite Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, The Ahwahnee Hotel • Hike to Vernal Falls • Lunch at Yosemite Lodge
Tour Summary -Just for the Halibut.
Yosemite Valley! • Scenic tour of El Capitan, Half-Dome, Yosemite Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, The Ahwahnee Hotel • Hike to Vernal Falls • Lunch at Yosemite Lodge
Options: Optional overnight stay.
Tours include free San Francisco hotel pick up and drop off!
BIG SUR AND HEARST CASTLE
Private SUV Day Trip - Big Sur and Hearst Castle
Tour Departure Daily
Duration:
12-14 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $270.00 | $25.00 | $245.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $205.00 | $20.00 | $185.00 |
Scenic mountain and coastal ride through Big Sur • Tour of Hearst Castle • Sunset dinner at Nepenthe or Deejens • Advance reservations for Hearst Castle and dinner are required. Ticket availability to Hearst Castle is limited in peak seasons. Please reserve early.
Tour Summary - Big Sur and Hearst Castle.
Scenic mountain and coastal ride through Big Sur • Tour of Hearst Castle • Sunset dinner at Nepenthe or Deejens • Advance reservations for Hearst Castle and dinner are required. Ticket availability to Hearst Castle is limited in peak seasons. Please reserve early.
Options: Optional overnight stay in one of Big Sur's famed landmark hotels.
Tours include free San Francisco hotel pick up and drop off!
SAN FRANCISCO NIGHT TOURS
SF AT NIGHT - The Absolute Cosmopolitan..Visit
the most chic establishments of S.F. • Nob Hill's Fairmont Hotel, the
Marriott's cocktail lounge and the renowned Redwood Room at the Clift •
Capture the scenic view from Russian Hill • Lombard Street • Coit
Tower
Options: Ask about adding a dinner or stop for late night dessert.
Private SUV Night Tour - San Francisco Absolute Cosmo
Duration:
3-4 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $155.00 | $10.00 | $145.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $120.00 | $10.00 | $110.00 |
SF AT NIGHT - The Absolute Cosmopolitan..Visit the most chic establishments of S.F. • Nob Hill's Fairmont Hotel, the Marriott's cocktail lounge and the renowned Redwood Room at the Clift • Capture the scenic view from Russian Hill • Lombard Street • Coit Tower Options: Ask about adding a dinner or stop for late night dessert.
SF AT NIGHT - The Dirty Martini..
Shaken, not stirred! S.F. bar hopping at it's best! • Visit the best Martini Lounges of the City with the luxury of a designated driver • The Red Room • Backflip • The Tonga Room —Or any other Gin Joint you prefer Options: Optional Cigar Bar Tour. or ask about adding a dinner or stop for late night dessert.
Private SUV Night Tour - San Francisco Dirty Martini
Duration:
3-4 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 Guests per person | $155.00 | $10.00 | $145.00 |
| 4-6 Guests per person | $120.00 | $10.00 | $110.00 |
Shaken, not stirred! S.F. bar hopping at it's best! • Visit the best Martini Lounges of the City with the luxury of a designated driver • The Red Room • Backflip • The Tonga Room • Or any other Gin Joint you prefer • Options: Optional Cigar Bar Tour. or ask about adding a dinner or stop for late night dessert.
SF AT NIGHT - The Night Cap..
Scenic S.F. by evening • Coit Tower • Palace of Fine Arts • Golden Gate Bridge • Historic Cliff House for cordials/coffee • Panoramic view from Twin peaks • Lombard St. • Options: Optional Cigar Bar. Ask about adding a dinner or stop for late night dessert.
Private SUV Night Tour - San Francisco Night Cap Duration:
3-4 Hours
Regular Price Discount Internet Price
2-3 Guests per person $155.00 $10.00 $145.00
4-6 Guests per person $120.00 $10.00 $110.00
SF AT NIGHT - The Night Cap..Scenic S.F. by evening • Coit Tower • Palace of Fine Arts • Golden Gate Bridge • Historic Cliff House for cordials/coffee • Panoramic view from Twin peaks • Lombard St. • Options: Optional Cigar Bar. Ask about adding a dinner or stop for late night dessert.
© PRIVATE SUV TOUR DETAILS Every tour includes complimentary picnic, with champagne, spring water, and California wine and cheese! All tours include hotel pickup and return! Meals, admissions and wine tastings not included unless otherwise specified. To make your tour more comfortable: Book your tour for a weekday when the popular areas are not as crowded. Layer your clothing and wear comfortable walking shoes. The Bay area is famous for warm to cool weather changes within a few short miles. The fog can drop the temperture to 50's while the wine country can be 95+ degrees!
CUSTOMIZED TOURS
Take a look at all of the tours listed above. Mix and match any part! We offer customized tours designed to fit you and your group's interests. Prices for customized tours: Tours include free San Francisco hotel pick up and drop off! All Wine Tasting and Admission Fees are not included. Minimum 2 Guests. Reserve a block of time and we will contact you to plan your custom tour.
CUSTOMIZED TOURS - See what you want on your schedule.
Golden Gate Getaways CUSTOM TOUR 2 Hours Per Person
Duration:
2 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-6 Guests | $78.00 | $78.00 |
Golden Gate Getaways CUSTOM TOUR 3 Hours per person
Duration:
3 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-6 Guests | $98.00 | $98.00 |
Golden Gate Getaways CUSTOM TOUR - 4 Hours per person
Duration:
4 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-6 Guests | $118.00 | $118.00 |
Golden Gate Getaways CUSTOM TOUR - 5 Hours Per Person
Duration:
5 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-6 Guests | $148.00 | $148.00 |
Golden Gate Getaways CUSTOM TOUR - 6 Hours Per Person
Duration:
6 Hours
| Regular Price | Discount | Internet Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-6 Guests | $168.00 | $168.00 |
Departure Point:
Pick up from your hotel or residence.
Departure Time and location:
Please call 24 hours prior to tour date to reconfirm your departure time and
location. Please call between 10 AM and 5:30 PM Pacific Time. We pick up at
hotels in the major tourist areas of San Francisco. Pick up from Airport and
outlying areas is available for an additional cost. Tour concludes at the original
departure point or where you arrange in advance.
Children and Seniors:
Children and Seniors no additional discounts.
Payment: Payment in advance by major credit card; Visa, Amex, Mastercard, or Discover Card.
Additional Costs: Meals, admissions and wine tastings not included unless otherwise specified.
Confirmation & Travel Voucher
For every confirmed booking you will receive an e-mail with a link
to your E-Ticket Voucher - when your booking is confirmed. Please
present this E-Ticket voucher at the Tour Office.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations within 72 hours of the tour are charged 100%. Cancellations prior
to 72 hours are charged a $25 per person administration fee. We will provide
a full refund if Golden Gate Getaways cancels your tour. No shows are charged
full price.
Additional Information:
This tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date.
Confirmation for this product will be received within 12- 24 hours, subject to availability
Recommended: Comfortable shoes and a extra layer of warm clothing.
Weather permitting. If seasonal fog obscures the view, tour route may be altered.
Tour are conducted in English only.
Meals, Gratuities and Souvenirs are not included.
Tour prices do not include driver gratuity.
Tour prices to the wine country do not include tasting charges. Must be 21 for wine tastings.
Golden Gate Getaways assumes no responsibility for delays caused by accidents, breakdown, bad conditions of the road and other conditions beyond control, in addition to insufficient numbers of passengers. Not responsible for loss or damage to property.
As required by the state of California, Golden Gate Getaways is fully insured and licensed by the Public Utilities Commission.
Other Sightseeing Tour Options:
- Combo: Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour with Alcatraz Tour
- Combo: City Tour with Alcatraz
- Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour - Half Day
- Muir Woods and Wine Country - Full Day - Small Van
- City Tour - Our best seller - Coach
- Historic Fire Engine Tour- Golden Gate Bridge, City and Sausalito
- Bay Cruise - Red and White Fleet
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