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Alcatraz and San Francisco City Tour

Alcatraz and San Francisco Deluxe City Tour

Duration8 hours

LocationNorth America, United States of America, California, San Francisco

Product Code2660SFODLX3_CXL0

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Combine a San Francisco City Tour and guided visit to Alcatraz for the ultimate introduction to San Francisco! You'll enjoy the beauty and attractions of everyone's favorite city, in addition to a scenic ferry ride to Alcatraz Island for an audio walking tour.

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Introduction

Likely to Sell-out! Alcatraz regularly sells out weeks in advance. Book ahead of time to avoid disappointment.

The San Francisco City Tour begins with a drive along the famous waterfront for views of San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. Photo stops are made at the Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park and Twin Peaks (weather permitting).

Some of the attractions you will see on this San Francisco City Tour include:

Chinatown
Fisherman's Wharf
Victorian homes
Palace of Fine Arts
North Beach
Presidio National Park
Awe-inspiring views of Alcatraz and the Pacific Ocean

Your tour also includes the ferry ride to Alcatraz Island and an audio walking tour of the "Cell Block". This former federal penitentiary was also known as "The Rock" and housed gangsters such as Al Capone (Scarface) and Machine Gun Kelly. You'll learn about the famous escape from Alcatraz, the prison's notorious inmates and much more on this tour.

The schedule for the day depends on the availability for Alcatraz. You will be advised of the tour schedule either when you call to re-confirm your tour 24 hours prior, or upon arrival for the tour on your selected date of travel.

Special Offer - Book by March 31, 2012 and save over 10% off the recommended retail price - BOOK NOW!

Local Operator InformationComplete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.

Inclusions

San Francisco city tour
Ferry boat to Alcatraz Island
Walking tour of Alcatraz 'Cell Block' and audio tape
Hotel pickup and drop off
Transport by air-conditioned coach

Exclusions

Gratuities (optional)
Entrance fee to Japanese Tea Garden (approximately USD4.00)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Date changes are not permitted once confirmation is received
The Alcatraz portion usually takes 1.5 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
Wheelchair accessible. However, passengers in a wheelchair can be accommodated only if they can get on and off the bus on their own and if the wheelchair is collapsible. The driver is not permitted to assist handicapped persons due to insurance restrictions. Please note, there is a Tram providing transport for handicapped persons on Alcatraz Island
Buses are air conditioned and the size of the bus depends on the number of passengers booked for that particular day. There are 48, 28, 39, 47 and 50 seater vehicles

ConditionsConditions of Sale:
Once you have booked and received your travel voucher, the contact details for the travel service operator will be on this voucher under the heading 'Important Information'. Where applicable, you are required to call the travel service operator directly to advise of additional information such as:

Hotel for pick up
Weights for helicopter tours
Choice of times for tours
Special dietary requirements, meal choices etc.

You must call the travel service operator at least 48 hours prior, or upon arrival at your destination.

CommencesSan Francisco, California

Departure DateTuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Departure Time10:00am

Please note: Additional departure times may be scheduled during busy periods. You must call 24 hours prior to tour date to reconfirm your departure time.

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Departure PointTour departs from centrally located San Francisco hotels and airport hotels

Please note, the following Fisherman's Wharf hotels are all within 2 blocks walking distance of the tour departure point. If you are staying at any of these hotels please make your own way to the departure point:

Holiday Inn Fisherman's Wharf Express (550 Northpoint St)
Hyatt Fisherman's Wharf (555 Northpoint St)
Tuscan Inn (125 Northpoint St)

Airport hotels: Pickup is available, however guests will be drop off at hotel at approximately 5:15pm.

Return DetailsReturns to original departure point

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