San Francisco, Yosemite & 17-Mile Drive 3-Day Tour from LA

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Los Angeles --17-Mile Drive -- San Francisco
4 stops
Los Angeles (Pass by)
Los Angeles: We leave Los Angeles early and head north through California’s Central Valley, the farm belt that grows a huge share of the country’s fruit, vegetables, and nuts. It’s a long but scenic run up toward the coast, and your guide fills the drive with stories about the shoreline and the towns along the way. Itinerary: Los Angeles → 17-Mile Drive → The Lodge at Pebble Beach (60 min) → San Francisco
17-Mile Drive (Pass by)
17-Mile Drive: By afternoon we reach the Monterey Peninsula and one of the world’s prettiest coastal roads. The Pacific crashes against the cliffs on one side while the Del Monte cypress forest lines the other, with famous photo stops and a string of legendary golf courses in between.
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The Lodge at Pebble Beach
The Lodge at Pebble Beach (60 min): We pause at this storied resort to soak in the Monterey coastline, the manicured greens, the grand mansions, and those endless ocean views. It’s a fitting introduction to Northern California.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
San Francisco (Pass by)
San Francisco: From there we continue into San Francisco, rolling through the city’s famous hills before checking in for the night and settling in for a full day of sightseeing tomorrow.
Day 2
San Francisco City Tour
6 stops
San Francisco (Pass by)
Join us today as we head over to San Francisco! San Francisco is home to over 50 rolling hills and is surrounded by water on 3 sides! Itinerary: Day 2: Golden Gate Bridge (45 min) → Palace of Fine Arts (30 min) → Lombard Street (45 min) → Fisherman’s Wharf (2.5 hr, Bay Cruise) → San Francisco In-depth Tour [Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption (30 min) → Civic Center Plaza (25 min) → Twin Peaks (25 min) → Treasure Island (pass by)]
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Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Bridge (45 min): We start at San Francisco’s most famous landmark. Feel the wind off the bay, take in the sweeping views, and grab the classic shots that say “San Francisco” better than anything else.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
3
Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
Palace of Fine Arts (30 min): Next is this grand, Greco-Roman style rotunda built for the 1915 World’s Fair. With its columns mirrored in a quiet lagoon, it’s a favorite for photos and an easy place to slow down for a few minutes.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Lombard Street
Lombard Street (45 min): Then it’s on to the “crookedest street in the world,” eight tight switchbacks dropping down a flower-lined hill. Look one way for the city below, the other for the bay, and you’ve got pure San Francisco.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Fisherman's Wharf
The total time for the Fisherman's Wharf and Bay Cruise is 2.5 hours, optional admission for Bay Cruise) We spend a good stretch at the waterfront, full of shops, seafood stalls, and street performers. If you’d like, hop on a Bay cruise out past Alcatraz, under the bridges, and along the skyline for a whole different view of the city. (Optional Bay Cruise): Wander through a bustling waterfront neighborhood full of shops, seafood stalls, and street performers. For an extra adventure, hop on a Bay Cruise to see Alcatraz, the skyline, and the Bay Bridge from the water—a completely different perspective of the city.
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
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Downtown
San Francisco In-depth Tour [Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption (30 min) → Civic Center Plaza (25 min) → Twin Peaks (25 min) → Treasure Island (pass by)]: This add-on takes in the modern lines of the Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption; the civic and cultural landmarks of Civic Center Plaza; the 360-degree city view from Twin Peaks; and a pass by Treasure Island for one more skyline view on the way back.
1 hour 20 minutes • Admission ticket not included
Day 3
Yosemite National Park -- Los Angeles
4 stops
Yosemite National Park (Pass by)
(All day schedule) California is known for its natural beauty that it portrays, today we will be showing you the greatest one of all! It is beyond your imagination! We will be visiting Yosemite National Park, one of the most spectacular places to visit in the world! Itinerary: Hotel → Yosemite National Park (180 mins) → Los Angeles Special note: In winter, in the event of severe weather such as snow and ice, road icing and road closures, we reserve the right to temporarily change the itinerary of the day to ensure the safety of the journey: instead of going to Yosemite, you will go to Denmark City, passing through Santa Barbara returns to Los Angeles.
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Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park (180 min): The last day is all about Yosemite, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1984 and one of the most spectacular parks in the country. Spend the day among the granite giants and waterfalls: El Capitan, Half Dome, Bridal Veil Falls, Yosemite Valley, and the towering Yosemite Falls. Every turn here looks like a postcard. Winter Note: If weather conditions make Yosemite unsafe, your route will shift to the charming Solvang Village before returning to Los Angeles. Either way, breathtaking scenery is guaranteed.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Yosemite National Park (Pass by)
Important Policy Notice (Effective January 1, 2026) Under a unified U.S. government regulation implemented by the National Park Service, non-U.S. residents visiting 11 designated U.S. National Parks will be required to pay an additional entrance surcharge. This is an official federal policy and is not included in tour prices. Who Is Subject Non-U.S. residents Age 16 and above Surcharge USD $100 per person, per national park Payment Options (Choose One) Pay the surcharge on site upon park entry Purchase the Non-Resident National Parks Annual Pass: USD $250 per person per year Valid for one year from purchase Waives the per-visit surcharge during validity Covers the pass holder plus up to three accompanying visitors aged 16+ (subject to on-site enforcement) Parks Involved Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Yosemite, Zion, Grand Teton, Glacier, Rocky Mountain, Bryce Canyon, Acadia, Sequoia & Kings Canyon, Everglades
Los Angeles (Pass by)
After a full day in the park, settle in for the drive back to LA with a camera roll full of coastline, city, and mountains.

Additional info

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• The total time for the Fisherman's Wharf and Bay Cruise is 2.5 hours, with the Bay Cruise itself taking approximately 90 minutes. Since the San Francisco Bay cruise is optional on the itinerary, customers can choose whether to participate. If guests decide not to take the bay cruise, they will have 2.5 hours to explore at Fisherman's Wharf. However, if guests choose to take a Bay Cruise, the amount of time they spend at Fisherman's Wharf will depend on how much time they spend on the cruise.
• Age and Safety: Customers under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Pregnant women may join if under 24 weeks by the trip's end.

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