Combo Tour: Alcatraz Island and San Francisco Grand City Tour

Departure Point

• Gray Line Fisherman’s Wharf Departure Location2805 Leavenworth St.Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-inBus Departs at 9:00 AMAlthough there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you.

• Union Square Departure Location478 Post St. Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-inBus Departs at 8:40 AM Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus.

Return Details

• Pier 33 concludes the bus transportation portion of tour. Pier 33 Alcatraz landing is where the Alcatraz portion commences.Upon conclusion of Alcatraz, customers will need to make their own way back from whence they came.

Duration6 hours and 30 minutesLanguages Available

• Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Union SquareSan Francisco, CaliforniaDeparting the heart of Union square, the coach makes its way to the Golden Gate Bridge. On your way to the Golden Gate Bridge, travelers will see: Union Square: Theatres, shopping, hotelsDuration: Not AvailableStop At: Van Ness AvenueVan Ness Avenue, San Francisco, CaliforniaWe make our way north on Van Ness Avenue. Famous for being used as a firebreak, by the US Army during the 1906 earthquake and fire.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Cow HollowUnion St, , San Francisco, CaliforniaTwo affluent neighborhoods, attracting young professionals. Chic fashion boutiques, Pilates studios, juice shops, beauty salons. Many fine dining restaurants ranging from French Bistros to American Fusion Cuisine.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Palace of Fine Arts Theatre3301 Lyon Street, , San Francisco, CaliforniaDesigned by Bernard Maybeck for the 1915 Worlds Fair. This 162-foot high open rotunda appears as a Greek-Roman inspired fictional ruin. Disembark bus and explore the structure and lagoon.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Golden Gate BridgeSan Francisco, CaliforniaStop at the Golden Gate Bridge to enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of this iconic landmark. Capture memorable photos of this engineering marvel and enjoy the fresh coastal breeze.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Presidio of San FranciscoSan Francisco, CaliforniaFormer U.S. Army military fort,1500-acre park. Home to; Baker Beach, hiking, historic buildings house the Walt Disney Family Museum, eateries, homes, and businesses like Lucasfilm, with its Yoda Fountain.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Lands EndEl Camino del Mar, San Francisco, CaliforniaBeautiful coastal stop at Ocean Beach with rugged cliffs, cypress forest, and views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Pacific Ocean, Sutro Bath ruins, and the Cliff House. Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Golden Gate Park501 Stanyan St, , San Francisco, CaliforniaEntering Golden Gate Park from the west we pass by one of two Dutch Windmills. Journeying through the park the driver will point out all the points of interest; Bison Paddock, Japanese Tea Gardens, California Academy of Science, Conservatory of Flowers. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Haight StreetHaight Street, , San Francisco, CaliforniaTravelers will see where the Hippie movement began during the Summer of Love. Unusual stores, unique dining and live entertainment.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Twin Peaks501 Twin Peaks Blvd, , San Francisco, CaliforniaTwo identical peaks give this attraction its name. One of the highest peaks in the city, you will have breathtaking 360 degree views of the entire cityDuration: 15 minutesStop At: The CastroSan Francisco, CaliforniaDescending down towards Market Street, we enter the Castro District. All are welcome and safe in this LGBT community!Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Ferry Plaza Farmer's MarketEmbarcadero & Green Street, Ferry Building, San Francisco, CaliforniaThis major thoroughfare in San Francisco. We drive east from the Castro towards the Ferry Building and the downtown Financial District. Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Financial DistrictSan Francisco, CaliforniaAmong the skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech business and Fortune 500 companies.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: ChinatownSan Francisco, CaliforniaPassing under the "Dragon Gates" of Chinatown, traveler's enter a bustling district of commerce bursting with color.Duration: Not AvailableStop At: North BeachSan Francisco, CaliforniaDon't blink your eyes, the transition from Chinatown to North Beach is seamless. This quick transition brings us the sights and aromas of San Francisco's "Little Italy".Duration: Not AvailableStop At: Alcatraz IslandSan Francisco, CaliforniaFerry to Alcatraz Island, walking tour of the prison with award-winning guided "Cell Block Audio Tour"Duration: 2 hours

Additional Information

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Alcatraz reservations are first come first serve, all reservations are finalized (5) days prior to your departure date. No refunds or changes allowed after this date.
• You must provide first and last names, along with ages of all passengers to confirm your reservation. If for any reason you do not provide this information within the window of time provided, your Alcatraz tour will be forfeited.
• Date changes are not permitted once confirmation is received
• The Alcatraz portion usually takes 2.5 hours to complete, with its audio tour consisting of approximately 45 minutes. You are advised to inquire on your arrival to the island as to what time the next guided tour will begin. There is no restriction on the amount of time you spend on the Island. The ferry boat service departs Alcatraz every 30 minutes and you can disembark at your own leisure
• Pier 33 is the last stop and ends the bus transport portion of tour. Customers will need to make their own way back to their desired destinations after Alcatraz.
• There are Stops with Photo opportunities at: Golden Gate Bridge, Palace of Fine Arts, Twin Peaks, Land’s End Ocean Beach (Sutro Baths) & Mission San Francisco de Asis (Mission district) .

Inclusions

• Alcatraz tickets are 100% refundable with at least 5 days’ notice prior to departure.
• Transportation to Pier 33 Alcatraz Cruise Port after City Tour
• Guided bus tour of San Francisco narrated by a local expert and professional guide.
• Plenty of stops with Photo opportunities
• Official Alcatraz Admission Ticket (valued at $47.95) including Ferry Ride & Cellhouse Audio Tour

Exclusions

• Any other services not specified
• Hotel Pick up or drop off
• Bus Transportation after the Alcatraz Tour is not included

Redemption Instructions• To confirm your Alcatraz Tour, we will need the following information: First and last name along with the ages of all passengers.• Alcatraz reservations are first come first serve, all reservations are finalized (5) days prior to your departure date. • If for any reason you do not provide the above-listed info within the window of time provided, your Alcatraz tour will be forfeited. • Alcatraz Cruises is the official concessioner to the National Park Service for Alcatraz Island, the National Park Service & Alcatraz Cruises, LLC establish all policies and procedures regarding the purchase of tickets, reserving your departure date/time, and ferry service to and from Alcatraz Island. • We offer 2 departure locations for your pick-up. Please arrive at the one closest to your hotel/stay: 478 Post Street S.F. (Union Square Area - Downtown San Francisco)Although there is no physical location, you'll find Encore Café situated right next door. For boarding the bus, simply head across the street to meet our representative and board the bus. - Arrive by 8:25 AM to check-in - Bus Departs at 8:40 AM 2805 Leavenworth St (Fisherman's Wharf Area)Although there is no physical location, you'll easily spot Pomegranate Café directly across the street. Simply wait there, and our representative will meet you. - Arrive by 8:45 AM to check-in - Bus Departs at 9:00 AM• There will be a Gray Line San Francisco representative to assist with boarding the bus and check-in.• You can reach us at tours@graylineofsanfrancisco.com or (415) 353-5310 between 7:00 am to 6:00 pm local time PST.• Please bring your paper or electronic voucher with you on the day of your tour to be redeemed upon check-in• Please email tours@graylineofsanfrancisco.com up to 5 days in advance to confirm your Alcatraz tickets.Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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