Tours and Trips in North America

What better way to end a day in San Francisco than a sunset catamaran cruise? Sail across San Francisco Bay at twilight to admire the city skyline as it begins to light up for the night. With an experienced captain at the helm, you'll glide past Alcatraz Island and cruise underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. Light hors d'oeuvres and two drinks are included.

On this San Francisco seaplane tour, treat yourself to aerial views of the Bay Area's top sights, both natural and man-made. You'll take off from Sausalito, soaring over the California shoreline up to Tomales Bay and Point Reyes. Then fly over the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, AT&T Park and more before landing on the water. Transportation from Pier 39 is available for easy access to Sausalito.

Pair panoramic bay views with top-notch California wines on a relaxing wine-tasting cruise on the San Francisco Bay. Sample a flight of four regional wines served with snacks aboard the intimate 'Wine Therapy' vessel, featuring a comfortable heated cabin plus outside viewing decks. Get the best views of landmarks including the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and the San Francisco skyline as you sip buttery chardonnay, full-bodied cabernet, or other celebrated Northern California varietals.

Go whale-watching from San Diego aboard a replica of a historic sailing schooner that won the world's first America's Cup sailing competition in 1851. Throughout your 4-hour cruise, your expert guide shares informative commentary about gray whales, dolphins and other marine animals, along with details about the US Navy sites you pass as you head out on the Pacific Ocean. Your cruise includes refreshments and a complimentary same-day admission ticket to the San Diego Maritime Museum.

Dive deep into one of San Francisco's most historical neighborhoods on this Chinatown walking tour. From paper lanterns to medicinal herbs to a fortune cookie factory, you'll explore both popular and lesser-known gems in this bustling district with an in-the-know guide. See sights including a Buddhist temple, and upgrade, if you wish, to include a 10-course lunch of dim sum for an even more memorable experience.

Breathtaking aerial vistas await you on the San Francisco Air Tour - a 35-minute flight over the major landmarks of the San Francisco Bay Area. Get a bird's-eye view of the Bay Bridge, Treasure Island, Downtown Oakland, Alcatraz, the Palace of Fine Arts, the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, Coit Tower, Downtown Oakland, the Bay Bridge and more.

Explore San Diego at your own pace with a full-day ticket to ride a hop-on, hop-off trolley through the city. Simply board the trolley at your cruise ship's port of call and visit historic landmarks and vibrant neighborhoods at eleven centrally-located stops. Get a glimpse of California's past in Old Town then see the magnificent ships that moor at the bustling waterfront; grab a spot on a beach to watch surfers catch breaking waves, and try to spot the famous ghost at the elegant Hotel del Coronado.

Admire San Francisco and its surrounding sights from the water on a San Francisco Bay sailing cruise. On board a catamaran, you'll sail past the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, legendary Alcatraz Island and the hamlet of Sausalito. Take advantage of great photo ops while you soak up the sea breeze during this 90-minute tour.

Tour one of San Francisco's many beautiful beaches with a highly skilled interpreter.

One of the best ways to experience San Francisco's incredible array of attractions is on two wheels. Embark on your own independent bike tour with this 24-hour bike rental, beginning from either Fisherman's Wharf or Union Square. Pedal your way to iconic sites such as the 'Painted Ladies' of Alamo Square, Golden Gate Park, and the corner of Haight and Ashbury. A provided map and suggested bike routes help you to avoid the city's notorious hills and get you wherever you'd like to go easily. Take in views of San Francisco Bay along the Embarcadero, bicycle to the Pacific Ocean or even cross the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito and return via ferry. The choice is yours.

View more than 4,000 animals roaming in large enclosures on a 2-day visit to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. This admission ticket allows you to spend 2 days at the Zoo, or split your time between the Zoo and the Safari Park. At the zoo, see the diverse collection of animals, many of which are not present at other zoos in the United States. The Safari Park is inspired by the Serengeti Plains in Africa and the Asian plains and is home to lions, tigers, zebras, which you can see from the a 32-acre (13-hectare) safari trail. Access to all shows and exhibits, as well as use of all the in-park transportation, are included. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.

The renowned San Diego Zoo Safari Park presents more than 3,500 animals roaming in large enclosures that replicate their natural habitat. Go on a safari adventure unlike any other outside of Africa itself, with exhibits inspired by the African Serengeti and the Asian Savanna. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the Safari Park.

Paddle, pop-up and ride a wave with a 1.5-hour surf lesson at La Jolla Shores, one of San Diego's most scenic beaches. Learn the basics on the sand, then head into the water with expert instructors and a group of beginning surfers. Catch breaking sets as you surf alongside your instructors, and perfect your technique with their tips and advice. Watch for the dolphins and sea lions that live along the Pacific Coast, enjoy San Diego's famously warm water, and get an unforgettable taste of California's most iconic sport.

From the humble origins of a small fishing village known as Yerba Buena, San Francisco grew rapidly due to the California gold rush starting in 1848. Devastated by the 1906 earthquake, San Francisco was rebuilt quickly. Long enjoying a bohemian reputation, the city became a counterculture magnet in the second half of the 20th century.

See the sights of San Francisco Bay from above on an air tour from the Hayward airport. As you fly through the sky on a 3-passenger plane with an experienced pilot, look down on attractions like Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge and downtown San Francisco.

Few neighborhoods in San Francisco are as resilient to change as Chinatown. Enter the side streets and alleyways and step back in time. On this walking tour, you'll trace the frontier-era footpaths that make this Chinatown experience (with optional lunch) so memorable. From laundry hanging out to dry to low-key eateries serving the finest dim sum, the neighborhood is a great place to see how San Francisco's multi-generational Chinese lead their daily lives.

Book a shared San Francisco airport transfer from SFO to your hotel, and enjoy a stress-free start to your trip. It's a simple, cost-effective option that's available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Transport is by shared passenger van.

Walk the decks of American naval history with an independent shore excursion to San Diego's USS Midway Museum. Visit an aircraft carrier that was the world's largest, and whose career stretched from the end of World War II to Operation Desert Storm. Learn how 4,500 crew members made their home onboard the massive 'city at sea, ' and get a glimpse of life below decks. Climb into the cockpit of a fighter plane, see the museum's vast collection of historic aircraft then take off on a hair-raising flight simulator.

Experience the supernatural side of one of the city's most famous neighborhoods on this San Francisco ghost tour. During this evening walking tour, you'll explore the streets of Chinatown with a guide, who fills you in on the spirits said to haunt this historic area. Hear chilling tales and mysteries, and enjoy an alternative way to discover Chinatown.

See San Francisco's top attractions from the water on this 1.5-hour tour by rigid inflatable boat. Your guide will provide gear to keep you dry and warm as you take off from Pier 39. Pass the infamous prison of Alcatraz, Coit Tower, the Presidio and glide under the Golden Gate Bridge while your captain provides insightful narration. Numbers are limited to 12 people to keep this small-group tour as intimate as possible.