Today, you will arrive in San Francisco, California by plane. After our enthusiastic tour guide picks you up at San Francisco International Airport (SFO), you will start to visit the romantic and cultural capital of San Francisco (it is recommended to arrive at SFO Airport before your flight at 2 p.m.). Visit the famous Twin Peaks, the highest point in the city. Climb high on the peaks and look far into the distance. You will have a panoramic view of the entire San Francisco city and feel the charming bay style. Visiting the San Francisco City Hall with its unique architectural style, its magnificent tones and embossed textures make it easy to take beautiful artistic photos. From time to time, you can also meet a happy and laughing couple, which is very relaxing and comfortable. In the evening, you will go to San Francisco Chinatown, the largest Chinatown outside of Asia, and enjoy the must-eat Lingnan Restaurant, a time-honored Cantonese restaurant. This Michelin-recommended restaurant has must-order dishes such as the crispy and salt-and-pepper crab, the tender and juicy imperial concubine chicken, the chewy braised duck tongue, etc. You will be amazed at the first bite. This is also the place where many celebrities and dignitaries, including former US President Obama, check in. After dinner, you will overlook the San Francisco city skyline at the charming Treasure Island. At your feet is the Bay Bridge spanning Oakland and San Francisco. Here you can feel the pulse of the city and the constant flow of traffic.
Itinerary:
Pick up at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) → Twin Peaks (30 minutes) → San Francisco City Hall (50 minutes) → Internet celebrity Chinese restaurant Lingnan Bistro (60 minutes) → Treasure Island (20-30 minutes)
Kind tips:
It is recommended to arrange a flight to arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) before 14:00. For flights arriving after 14:00, please go to the hotel to check in by yourself and contact the tour guide.
Twin Peaks
Two hills with an altitude of about 270 meters are also uniquely preserved natural hills in San Francisco. This place is famous for its 360-degree panoramic view. The Twin Peaks are the two main commanding heights in San Francisco, and there is a figure-eight highway surrounding the two peaks. The mountaintop observation deck here is not blocked by dense trees, so you can have a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of San Francisco. Looking down from the peak, you will be mesmerized by the bustling San Francisco cityscape and the charming bay scenery.
San Francisco City Hall Civic Center
San Francisco City Hall is an impressive building that was once considered one of the most beautiful public buildings in the United States. San Francisco City Hall imitates the architectural style of St. Peter's Basilica in the Vatican, and the design of the golden dome is based on the Invalides in Paris.
Treasure Island Treasure Island
Treasure Island is an artificial island in San Francisco Bay between San Francisco and Oakland, created from reclaimed soil. It was originally an important military base in San Francisco during World War II and has now become a famous attraction. The island is named after the famous novel "Treasure Island".
In the morning, we set off from the hotel and went to Blue Bottle Coffee, known as the "Apple of the coffee world". After drinking a cup of fragrant and rich top-quality coffee, we will be full of energy throughout the morning. Take the jingle car, San Francisco's iconic means of transportation, and see the ups and downs of characteristic streets along the way. You will arrive at Jiuquhua Street, known as "the crookedest street in the world". Walk on the winding and rugged streets and admire the spectacular Russian Hill mansions and vivid and colorful flowers and grass. At the well-known Fisherman's Wharf, you can enjoy Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate Bridge, the Bay Bridge and other various scenery from a distance. At noon, we will go to the popular local Fisherman’s Wharf seafood stall to enjoy the signature Dungeness crab meal! Paired with fresh spices, it is so tender and delicious that you can’t stop eating it. It is definitely a paradise for foodies. Then we will visit the San Francisco Palace of Fine Arts, as if walking in medieval oil paintings, feeling the ancient European style, and taking a photo will create a unique art blockbuster. Don't miss the iconic landmark of San Francisco - the Golden Gate Bridge, one of the world's largest single-hole suspension bridges, running through the entire Bay Area and the Golden Gate Strait. It is also the filming location for many famous Hollywood movies. You can also go to the most famous internet celebrity check-in spot - the Battery Spencer Observation Deck to appreciate this world-famous bridge up close, and it is also an amazing work of art!
Itinerary:
Blue Bottle Coffee Shop → San Francisco Jingle Car (15 minutes) → Jiuquhua Street (40 minutes) → San Francisco Fisherman’s Wharf (90 minutes, you can take a 90-minute San Francisco cruise at your own expense) → Dungeness Crab Meal → San Francisco Palace of Fine Arts (40 minutes) → Golden Gate Bridge (60 minutes) → Battery Spencer Observation Deck (30 minutes)
San Francisco Cable Cars San Francisco Cable Cars
San Francisco's Jingle Car is the only manually operated urban cable car system in the world today; in addition to the Golden Gate Bridge, it has become a landmark deeply rooted in the hearts of the world, and it is also a precious movable transportation monument that is irreplaceable. The jingle car slowly passes through the city's main tourist spots and has become one of San Francisco's famous features. It can be said to be a mobile city card of San Francisco.
Lombard Street
Known as "the crookedest street in the world," Jiuquhua Street is one of San Francisco's most popular landmarks. Every year, millions of visitors walk or drive through its eight hairpin turns. Surrounded by Russian Hill mansions, manicured landscaping and flowers, it's also one of the most picturesque streets in the city. Breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay, Bay Bridge, and Coit Tower from the top of the mountain.
San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf
The name Fisherman's Wharf is a household name in San Francisco. In the area starting from Ghirardelli Square and extending to Pier 35, you can see the various shops, restaurants, and street performances of the busiest Pier 39, and you can also look into the distance and enjoy the various scenery of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Bay Bridge.
San Francisco sightseeing cruise Bay Cruise
The beautiful Golden Gate Bridge and the spectacular Oakland Bay Bridge can be said to be the face of San Francisco. You can visit these two attractions in turn by taking a cruise. The cruise ship passes under the beautiful bridge, feeling the sea breeze blowing on your face and feeling relaxed and happy. You can also enjoy the spectacular scenery of Alcatraz Island up close. Such a trip will definitely bring you very beautiful memories.
San Francisco Palace of Fine Art Palace of Fine Art
The San Francisco Palace of Fine Arts was built in 1915 and was originally built for the "Pacific International Exposition" in Panama. After the meeting, the Palace of Fine Arts gradually fell into disuse and eventually became an empty building in ruins. It was not until the famous German architect Maybeck redesigned and renovated it in 1962 that it regained its youthful beauty for the second time.
Golden Gate Bridge Golden Gate Bridge
The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the largest single-hole suspension bridges in the world and is regarded as a symbol of San Francisco. With a length of 2.7 kilometers, it runs through the entire San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Strait of the Pacific Ocean. It is also an important transportation hub connecting San Francisco and northern cities. At the same time, American blockbusters such as "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" and "X-Men" have been filmed here.
Battery Spencer Observation Deck
The Spencer Observation Deck was originally a military offensive at the head of the Golden Gate Bridge during World War II. Later, its military use was gradually abandoned. Because it is close to the Golden Gate Bridge, it is an excellent choice for both overlooking and taking photos, so it has become a popular tourist attraction.
Today, we will visit the world's top university and the most beautiful campus in the United States selected by many websites - Stanford University! The antique Mediterranean-style campus building with red tiles and white walls is surrounded by green shade, blue sky and flowers. Here you can’t help but admire the charm of the world’s top universities. The students are also the masters of the future society. Stroll around the spacious and comfortable campus, take photos with Stanford's famous buildings, and feel the strong academic atmosphere! The next stop is Roaring Mountain Villa, where you can take an ancient steam train through the redwood forest, passing through towering sacred trees and mountain valleys. It is like witnessing the time of history and having a vivid conversation with the past. In the afternoon, we came to the poetic Seventeen Mile Bay to enjoy the breathtaking and beautiful sea view and indulge in the sea breeze and waves. Then go to the most artistic seaside town - Carmel, which is a paradise for artists. In addition to the breathtakingly beautiful coastline, you can also choose unique treasures in the world at the local Japanese handicraft store.
Itinerary:
Stanford University (40 minutes) → Roaring Heights (90 minutes) → 17 Mile Bay Scenic Route (90 minutes) → Carmel Town (90 minutes)
Stanford University Stanford University
Stanford University is a private research university located in the southern part of the San Francisco Bay Area in California, near the high-tech park Silicon Valley. Stanford University laid a solid foundation for the formation and rise of Silicon Valley, and cultivated many leaders of high-tech products and talents with entrepreneurial spirit.
Roaring Camp Roaring Camp
Roaring Heights is located in the Santa Cruz Mountains in Felton, California, 128 kilometers south of San Francisco. Opened in 1958, Roaring Hills recreates a Western logging town of the 1880s and is surrounded by 60 acres of redwood forest. The retro train runs through the redwood forests and departs every day of the year except Christmas Day. The Roaring Camp Vintage Railroad's Sequoia Forest Steam Train Tour runs on a real steam locomotive from the 1880s, and the train to Santa Cruz Beach is a 1920s train.
17-Mile Drive
The west and south sides of 17 Mile Bay are adjacent to the Pacific Ocean, and the east side passes through the Delmont cedar forest. Along the way you'll find not only beaches, but also spectacular luxury villas and golf courses.
Carmel-By-The-Sea
The town of Carmel is an exquisite coastal literary town on the Monterey Peninsula in the United States. It is well-known on the west coast of the United States. It is a small town with a gathering of people, artists, and a bohemian flavor. 90% of Carmel's early residents were professional artists. Among them, the famous writer and actor Perry Newberry and the famous actor and director Clint Eastwood have successively served as the mayor of Carmel.
Today we will go to Yosemite National Park, which was included in the UNESCO World Natural Heritage List in 1984. Yosemite National Park is California's most famous tourist attraction. Its majestic waterfalls, majestic granite and peaceful valleys make Yosemite look like a wonderland from any angle. Towering trees, high mountains and flowing water, rugged rock cliffs carved by glaciers, and sparkling lakes make visitors feel like they are in a paradise. Follow us to explore Yosemite in depth and experience the beautiful scenery that mass tour groups cannot see!
Itinerary:
Yosemite National Park → Yosemite View Hotel
Yosemite National Park Yosemite National Park
The majestic granite, majestic waterfalls and tranquil valleys make Yosemite look like a wonderland from any angle. Towering giant trees, mountains and flowing water, huge rock cliffs carved by glaciers and sparkling lakes make you feel like you are in a paradise. The world's largest granite column - El Capitan; Yosemite Falls, the highest drop in North America; Yosemite Valley; Half Dome; Bridal Veil Falls... exciting events are coming one after another! You can also walk in the primeval forest and feel the sweet and fresh air.
Today we will continue our in-depth tour of Yosemite National Park. The mountains, rivers and waterfalls of Yosemite are so beautiful that they will give you amazing and different feelings all year round! Return to San Francisco in the afternoon and end our unforgettable in-depth tour of San Francisco. It is recommended to book a flight leaving San Francisco after 7pm.
Yosemite National Park Yosemite National Park
The majestic granite, majestic waterfalls and tranquil valleys make Yosemite look like a wonderland from any angle. Towering giant trees, mountains and flowing water, huge rock cliffs carved by glaciers and sparkling lakes make you feel like you are in a paradise. The world's largest granite column - El Capitan; Yosemite Falls, the highest drop in North America; Yosemite Valley; Half Dome; Bridal Veil Falls... exciting events are coming one after another! You can also walk in the primeval forest and feel the sweet and fresh air.
