Welcome to San Francisco! Shortly after your arrival, our tour guide will pick you up at the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Following, we will enjoy a tour of Twin Peaks. You will be amazed by the beautiful city views and the charming bay scenery. Next, we will visit the Civic Center and, in the evening, we will go to a local restaurant to enjoy a delicious dinner. After dinner, we will head to Treasure Island to overlook the skyline and bridge that spans over Oakland and San Francisco.

San Francisco International Airport (SFO) pick-up → Twin Peaks (30 mins) → Civic Center (50 mins) → Chinese restaurant (60 mins) → Treasure Island (20-30 mins)

Kind Reminder:

It is recommended to schedule a flight to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) before 14:00. If your flight arrival after 14:00, please go to the hotel to check-in by yourself. You may contact the tour guide for more information.



Twin Peaks

At 922 feet in elevation, Twin Peaks is second only to Mt. Davidson in height, offers spectacular views of the Bay Area, and is a world-famous tourist attraction. Originally called “Los Pechos de la Choca” (Breasts of the Maiden) by early Spanish settlers, these two adjacent peaks provide postcard views and a treasure trove of animal and plant diversity. Most visitors to Twin Peaks drive (or take a tourist bus), walk or bike to the north peak parking lot to enjoy 180-degree views of the Bay Area.

Civic Center

The Civic Center area is the center of government in San Francisco. Its features two large plazas, and its main attraction is the San Francisco City Hall. The Hall has a recognizable gold-outlined dome, the fifth-largest in the world.

Treasure Island

Treasure Island is a man-made island adjacent to Yerba Buena Island in the middle of San Francisco Bay. It was built in the 1930s for an expo in 1939 that celebrated the completion of the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge (the Bay Bridge route crosses Yerba Buena Island). During WWII the island was converted to military use and it remained that way until the 1990s. 

In the morning, we will set off from the hotel and drink a cup of refreshing coffee at the Blue Bottle Coffee. Afterwards, take San Francisco's iconic transportation cable car and get off at the most crooked street in the world, Lombard Street. From the well-known Fisherman's Wharf, you can overlook Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate Bridge and the Bay Bridge. At noon, we will head to the popular local restaurant Dungeness for a delicious crab meal. Then we will visit the Palace of Fine Art and feel the ancient European style. The last stop will be the Golden Gate Bridge. You can also get a close-up view of this stunning bridge from Battery Spencer.

Blue Bottle Coffee (Optional) → San Francisco Cable Cars (15 mins) → Lombard Street (40 mins) → San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf (90 mins, San Francisco Bay 90-minute cruise is available at your own expense) → Dungeness crab meal → Palace of Fine Art (40 mins) → Golden Gate Bridge (60 mins) → Battery Spencer (30 mins) 



San Francisco Cable Cars

There is nothing quite unique as riding a cable car up and down the hills of San Francisco. While they symbolize the early innovation that made the city iconic, the experiences of riding a cable car are truly unlike any other. Once you hop on the cable car, you can either find a seat or hold on to the handles for a special ride of lifetime. 

Lombard Street

Known as the "Crookedest Street in the World," Lombard Street is one of San Francisco’s most popular landmarks. Every year, millions of visitors walk or drive down its eight sharp hairpin turns. Surrounded by Russian Hill mansions and perfectly manicured landscaping and flowers, it is also one of the city’s most scenic streets. Take a spectacular photo at the bottom looking up or enjoy the breathtaking view from the top looking out onto the San Francisco Bay, the Bay Bridge and Coit Tower.

San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

This San Francisco neighborhood is a popular tourist area due to its lovely scenery and abundance of shops, restaurants, museums, and other attractions. The area also hosts several annual events, such as a July 4th fireworks show.

Bay Cruise

Take a boat ride around one of the most famous and historical bays in the United States, the famous San Francisco Bay. Guests can enjoy the scenic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Angel Island.

Palace of Fine Art

The grandiosely-named Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, California is a huge, ornate outdoor structure that is part of the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Its amazing architecture has made it popular for weddings and photography.

Golden Gate Bridge

The iconic arches of San Francisco, California's Golden Gate Bridge are known the world over as a symbol of California and the San Francisco Bay area. From movies to postcards, the Golden Gate Bridge is an American icon.

Battery Spencer

Battery Spencer is best known as one of the premier view and photo spots for the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco. Many of the most famous photographs of the Bridge were taken here, and there is a wide area to shoot from so you have everything from broad ocean vistas (facing west) to views of the Bay Bridge, Alcatraz and Fort Baker to the east. 

History buffs enjoy seeing the fortifications, which were part of the coastal defense of San Francisco Bay from 1897 through 1942. You can walk inside the walls and see where the soldiers who manned this battery lived and worked for half a century.

Today, we will visit Stanford University! You can freely stroll around the campus and feel the strong academic atmosphere of this top university. Following, we will take an ancient steam train of Roaring Camp and pass through the beautiful redwoods. In the afternoon, we will go to the 17-Mile Drive to enjoy the amazing sea views and tranquility of the sea breeze. Finally, we will head to artist's paradise known as Carmel. Here, you can pick up gifts at the local craft store or a special souvenir to bring back home.

Stanford University (40 mins) → Roaring Camp (90 mins) → 17-Mile Drive (90 mins) → Carmel-By-The-Sea (90 mins) 



Stanford University

Stanford University is a privately owned research-based university in Stanford, California. The campus occupies 8,180 acres (3,310 hectares) and is among one of the largest in the United States and ranked as one of the top in the world.

Roaring Camp

Discover with us today: Roaring Camp! This unique train is approximately 75 min long and offers an in-depth visit of the unique redwoods that California has to offer. This is a perfect place to discover and to capture a special moment with family and friends! 

17-Mile Drive

17-Mile Drive is a scenic road through Pebble Beach and Pacific Grove on the Monterey Peninsula in California, much of which hugs the Pacific coastline and passes famous golf courses, mansions and scenic attractions, including the Lone Cypress, Bird Rock and the 5,300-acre Del Monte Forest of Monterey Cypress trees.

Carmel-By-The-Sea

Carmel-by-the-Sea is a city in Monterey County, California, founded in 1902 and incorporated on October 31, 1916. Situated on the Monterey Peninsula, Carmel is known for its natural scenery and rich artistic history. In 1906, the San Francisco Call devoted a full page to the "artists, writers and poets at Carmel-by-the-Sea", and in 1910 it reported that 60 percent of Carmel's houses were built by citizens who were "devoting their lives to work connected to the aesthetic arts." 

Today, we'll head to Yosemite National Park, known for its majestic waterfalls and massive granite surface. Discover with us today why Yosemite attracts millions of tourists every year. Be sure to discover all of the natural wonders that were shaped by waterfalls. Take in all of the amazing and breathtaking views of mother nature!

Yosemite National Park

California is known for its natural beauty that it portrays, today we will be showing you the greatest one of all! We will be visiting Yosemite National Park, one of the most spectacular places to visit in the world! This park covers an area of over 740,000 acres! It's known for its spectacular waterfalls, deep valleys, meadows, and tranquility provided by all of the wilderness area! It will make you never want to leave! Yosemite National Park is the perfect place for anyone to visit and enjoy nature's true beauty! 

Today, we will continue our in-depth tour of Yosemite National Park! The mountains and waterfalls in Yosemite are very unique and beautiful. They will instantly amaze people! Following, we will return to San Francisco in the afternoon.



Yosemite National Park

California is known for its natural beauty that it portrays, today we will be showing you the greatest one of all! We will be visiting Yosemite National Park, one of the most spectacular places to visit in the world! This park covers an area of over 740,000 acres! It’s known for its spectacular waterfalls, deep valleys, meadows, and tranquility provided by all of the wilderness area! It will make you never want to leave! Yosemite National Park is the perfect place for anyone to visit and enjoy nature’s true beauty! 

Take a flight from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) (please pay for the air ticket, there is no guide on the plane)

San Francisco International Airport (SFO): Please book a flight departing before 12:00 ;

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): It is highly recommended to arrange a flight arriving at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) before 14:00. If you arrive early, please patiently wait for your tour guide at the airport.

* Please refer to this requirement to book a suitable flight.

Welcome to Los Angeles! Shortly after you arrive at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), your guide will take you to Santa Monica which is the end of the Route 66. This is home to the most beautiful beach in Los Angeles and it is also the filming place for many Hollywood movies and stars. From time to time, you will come across amazing street performers! Here, you can stop by to watch their performances and discover their unique talents. 

Today we will visit Los Angeles, the "City of Angels!" In the early morning, we will go to the Griffith Observatory. Following, we will visit the must-see Hollywood Walk of Fame, where you can find the exclusive medals and handprints of many famously known movie stars. You may also discover the Dolby Theatre nearby. Shortly after, we will take a look at the Original Farmers Market. This market is unlike any other and is home to a variety of shops. In the afternoon, we will take an in-depth look at the beautiful city of Beverly Hills! The nearby Palm Avenue in California is also a famous place to encounter. Following, we will visit the Getty! The Getty is famous for its valuable collections, and you will have the opportunity to see one-of-a-kind art treasures up-close. After our amazing day tour, we will conclude the night by eating at the popular Sichuan hot pot restaurant - Nice To Meet You restaurant to enjoy a delicious hot pot!

Griffith Observatory (60 mnis) → Hollywood Walk-of-Fame (60 mnis) → Dolby Theatre (30 mnis) → The Original Farmers Market (60 mnis) → Beverly Hills (30 mnis) → The Getty (120 mnis) → Sichuan Hot Pot Restaurant: Nice To Meet You



Griffith Observatory

The Griffith Observatory is an icon of Los Angeles and a national leader in public astronomy! It is a beloved civic gathering place and one of southern California's most popular attractions. The Observatory is the best vantage point for observing the world-famous Hollywood Sign. Since opening in 1935, the Observatory has welcomed over 85 million visitors. 

Hollywood Walk-of-Fame

The world-famous Hollywood walk of fame, the number one most visited landmark in the United States where you can find your favorite star or celebrity name on it. The Hollywood Walk of Fame forms more than 2,600 five-pointed terrazzo and brass stars.

Dolby Theatre

One of the world's premier entertainment venues, Dolby Theatre has hosted a range of prestigious artists and events including IRIS by Cirque du Soleil, Alicia Keys, Celine Dion, Prince, Elvis Costello, Barry Manilow, Stevie Wonder, Harry Connick, Jr., Melissa Etheridge, Dixie Chicks, Tyler Perry, American Ballet Theatre and various touring Broadway productions.

The Original Farmers Market

Are you a foodie? The Original Farmers Market is the perfect place to sit back, relax and enjoy some delicious authentic foods! There are plenty of food stalls, sit-down eateries, prepared food vendors, and produce markets inside the market! Opened since 1934, The Original Farmers Market is also a historic Los Angeles landmark and tourist attraction. 

Beverly Hills

The Getty

The Getty is an art museum in Los Angeles, California.The Getty Center is located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles and features pre-20th-century European paintings, drawings, illuminated manuscripts, sculpture, decorative arts, and photographs from the inception of photography through present day from all over the world. The original Getty museum, the Getty Villa, is located in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles and displays art from Ancient Greece, Rome, and Etruria.

Today we will visit the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum! Here you can learn all about the great deeds of President Nixon. At noon, you will enjoy an exquisite lunch in the library, which is definitely a unique experience! Then, we will head to the charming harbor city of San Diego. In the Old Town San Diego, unique Spanish-style buildings can be seen everywhere. We will even take a look at the Cabrillo National Monument, where you can not only overlook the largest naval base in the western coast of the United States, but also enjoy the sea view of San Diego! You can also take a special look at the romantic lighthouse and if you're lucky, you may even spot a whale!

Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum(90 mins) → Old Town San Diego (90 mins) → Cabrillo National Monument (90 mins) 



Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum

Richard Nixon's Presidency is one of the most exhaustively documented administrations in American history. The Nixon Presidential Materials Collection contains approximately 46 million pages of documents, 3,700 hours of recorded Presidential conversations known as the "White House Tapes", 4,000 separate recordings of broadcast video, nearly 4,500 audio recordings, 300,000 still photographs, two million feet of film, and more than 35,000 State and Public Gifts.

Old Town San Diego

Old Town is the centuries-old neighborhood in San Diego, where you can experience the early San Diego look like. It was the oldest settled area in San Diego and was the site of the first European settlement in present-day California. It contains Old Town San Diego State Historic Park and Presidio Park, both of which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Cabrillo National Monument

The Cabrillo National Monument offers an amazing view of San Diego's harbor and skyline. It includes the Old Point Loma Lighthouse which is San Diego icon. It has been there since 1854. There is even a statue and museum in the Visitor Center that commemorate Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo's exploration of the coast of California.

In the morning, we will visit the largest urban cultural park in the United States called Balboa Park! The park is the former site of California's 1915 World Fair. The most photographed place in the park is the Lily Pond. Here, you can take in all the beauty and discover mother nature’s beauty. In this famous harbor city, you must not miss the opportunity to take the harbor cruise. With so much to see and do, the memories will be everlasting! Following, we will take the Pacific Surfliner to start a train roaming journey. It will definitely be an unforgettable experience for your trip! Shortly after, we will go to the shopping paradise known as the South Coast Plaza!

Balboa Park (90 mins) → San Diego Harbor Cruise (90 mins) → Pacific Surfliner (about 3 hours) → South Coast Plaza (2.5 hours)



Balboa Park

Balboa Park is a cultural oasis that includes 17 museums, gardens galore and the world-famous San Diego Zoo. At 1,200 acres, Balboa Park is one of North America's most iconic urban parks and a must see on any visit to San Diego. Located just blocks from downtown San Diego hotels, the park has a rich history reflected through its stunning architecture, thought-provoking exhibits installations, and cultural events throughout the year.

San Diego Harbor Cruise

Enjoy a boat ride across one of the most impressive natural harbors in North America. These cruises are a ticket to fun, history, and relaxation. These cruises explore the scenic beauty, storied landmarks, and fascinating history of San Diego's waterfront aboard our professionally narrated sightseeing tours.

Pacific Surfliner

Ride the rails of the Pacific Surfliner for a unique discovery of the Southern California landscapes. Starting at the southern end of the route, you'll find an almost endless list of world-class attractions in the sun-splashed city of San Diego. Heading north, the route takes you directly through Anaheim and your worry-free trip to Los Angeles. 

South Coast Plaza

South Coast Plaza is a global shopping destination with more than 250 extraordinary boutiques, restaurants, an Orange County Museum of Art and so much more! 

In the morning we will head to Universal Studios in Hollywood! Whether it is the wizarding world of Harry Potter, the rapids in the Jurassic Park, or the shocking 3D virtual roller coaster of Transformers, every ride can take you into the legendary world of cinema. You will also have the opportunity to witness the scenes of Hollywood blockbusters such as "King Kong" and "Jaws". After an exciting day tour, your guide will drop you off at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Universal Studios Hollywood → Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) drop-off



Universal Studios Hollywood

Start your day at Universal Studios Hollywood on the world-famous Studio Tour to explore where Hollywood movies are made and see firsthand the world's largest 3-D experience, King Kong 360 3-D. Then, face action head-on in heart-pounding rides, shows, and attractions that put you inside some of the world's biggest movies and TV shows. Visit the animated world by racing with The Simpsons on a revolutionary, virtual roller coaster and more and grand opening April 7, 2016, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Explore the mysteries of Hogwarts castle, visit the shops of Hogsmeade and sample fare from some of the wizarding world's best-known establishments. Being a part of The Walking Dead, follow in the footsteps of the human survivors as you battle your way through nightmarish iconic landscapes.