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Alcatraz Visit and Golden Gate Bridge Express

The Tour Store
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233georginal
138 days ago
This tour was such an amazing experience for me, and it was definitely worth the money! James, our driver, picked us up from the pick-up point on time, and told us stories of how the Golden Gate Bridge was built with on-screen animation inside the mini-bus. James ensured we all engaged as a group by asking us all where we came from. He parked up at the top of the Golden Gate Bridge, and waited for about 45 minutes for the group to walk across the structure. There was a lovely cafe at the drop-off point too. I got just over half-way across the bridge and turned back around. You could've definitely got farther though if you walked faster and did not stop for as many pictures as myself! Then, James drove the group to the pier, where we departed the bus and queued up to get on the cruise over to Alcatraz. We probably queued for about 30 minutes. Once there, we opted for the audio tour around the prison to get the full information. I am a Criminology student so this was definitely an added bonus. At the end, I visited William Baker (the last living prisoner of Alcatraz) who was signing and selling his book in the gift shop. Overall, this trip was definitely a once in a life-time experience, and my favourite part of travelling the West Coast last year! Thank you again to James, our lovely driver.

Enjoy two same day San Francisco experiences — a round trip express excursion to the Golden Gate Bridge (SF side) by minibus from Fisherman’s Wharf with an assigned time visit inside Alcatraz cellhouse. Basic Tour departs Fisherman's Wharf to experience 45 minutes at the Golden Gate Bridge (SF side). There is also an option to upgrade in advance to visit the other side of the bridge in addition to San Francisco side or to choose a small group van experience. No food included. Guests can upgrade to the "Walk The Bridge with Brunch" option where we drop guests at the other side of the bridge to which guests have TWO HOURS to walk back to the San Francisco side. Their efforts are rewarded with a $10 brunch credit and pick up at the Bridge Restaurant. Light History Narration and Television Monitor Documentaries will be provided. Guests will be dropped off directly at Pier 33 Alcatraz or Wharf. Some dates may start with Alcatraz followed by Golden Gate Bridge.

Departure Point

  • Guests will be given their time and will meet us at Hotel Caza.
Return Details
  • We will notify guests of when and where to meet our van for Golden Gate.
Duration3 hoursLanguages Available
  • Human tour guide - English

Points of Interest

Stop At: Alcatraz IslandSan Francisco, CaliforniaStep back in time and experience the legendary island that has been a civil war fort, a military prison and one of the most notorious federal penitentiaries in US history. This memorable tour includes: 45 minute audio presentation "Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour," featuring actual correctional officers and prisoners who lived and worked on the Island; orientation video by Discovery Channel; ranger and docent tours; historic gardens and abundant wildlife.Duration: 2 hoursStop At: Golden Gate BridgeSan Francisco, CaliforniaRound trip transportation from Fisherman's Wharf across the Golden Gate Bridge (one half hour each way) with a 30 minute stop over for pictures on the other side at Vista Point. Return to Fisherman's Wharf. Total van event is estimated 90 minutes* (allow for traffic/accidents/delays)Duration: 40 minutesStop At: Palace of Fine Arts Theatre3301 Lyon Street, , San Francisco, CaliforniaPalace Of Fine ArtsDuration: Not Available

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Inclusions
  • Bridge tour time assigned by us varies from 8:30 am-5:30pm
  • 45 minutes total at Golden Gate Bridge for photos (San Francisco side only)
  • Official Alcatraz ticket, including ferry ride to the island (Value $48)
  • Assigned Alcatraz Day Departure to and from Pier 33
  • Roundtrip Fisherman's Wharf Mini Bus Seat (same day as Alcatraz)
  • Alcatraz times assigned by us vary from 8:30am to 5pm
Exclusions
  • Transportation to and from your hotel/home to Alcatraz Pier 33/or Fisherman's Wharf
  • Parents of Children ages 7 and under must provide their own car seats/booster seats
  • Infants age 4 and under are free at Alcatraz (no ticket required)
  • Infants age 4 and under are not free on Golden Gate Vans (fee applies)
  • Live Narration by driver is not provided. This is a express no frills tour.
  • This is not a private tour. Guests of all sizes will be grouped together.
  • Desired Order of tours (ie. Alcatraz then Bridge/Bridge then Alcatraz) chosen by us
  • We do not cross the Golden Gate Bridge in van (guests may walk however)
  • Guest responsible for overages/tax/tip exceeding food voucher
Redemption InstructionsGuests will be emailed their Alcatraz voucher portion 2 days prior to departure along with details of their events in an additional email. Guests will not receive their tickets through Viator's "Get Tickets" Button. 2 Days prior all guests will receive by email their Alcatraz Time of Departure Admission Voucher and Shuttle Bus ticket by the end of the day. They will also receive their instructions on how to redeem all vouchers . Don't have your time slot? Email Tourmorepartners@gmail.com for a resend within two days in!We reserve the right to designate what size bus we operate for this tour based on demand.Guests do not pick their departure times! Voucher InfoMobile or paper ticket accepted

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Alexander U
Never have I ever experienced such unprofessional behavior from a tour guide. I was running 5 mins late due to heavy traffic (11:34 arrival) and I tried to contact the tour guide before to let them know. It went to voicemail and the text I get was “why call?”. So I write that I will be 5 mins late and no reply. When I get to the hotel at 11:34, the tour had already left. No call. No text. No nothing. I had to ask the friendly staff at the hotel to help me get in contact with the tour guide but nothing. I tried to ask if there was a meeting point I could get to to get back on track with the tour and the response I get was “on tour”. 20 mins before the boat to Alcatraz, I finally get a message detailing my ticket (was never received before) and saying that I should hurry to make the boat. By this time, I had already booked another trip to Alcatraz. Not only this, they only refunded me $24 of the $90. They also wrote “sent you text at 10:36”, which is completely not true as the first text was after I tried to call. So yourself a favour, book with another tour and avoid this like the plague. This unprofessional behaviour should not merit any business. I have a full video transcript of the unprofessional messages sent to me and the times I tried to call.
Nicole_S
Unfortunately (probably an overbooking or resale of our ticket) ruined our unique chance to win Alcatraz. And broke half of two days in San Francisco. We only found out when we stood with the children at the port in the heat. For the action before, the ticket went strangely. It was really bitter as we will never come back to San Francisco. The money returned. But that's the least we can do. At least I would have expected a good discount for another promotion.
233georginal
This tour was such an amazing experience for me, and it was definitely worth the money! James, our driver, picked us up from the pick-up point on time, and told us stories of how the Golden Gate Bridge was built with on-screen animation inside the mini-bus. James ensured we all engaged as a group by asking us all where we came from. He parked up at the top of the Golden Gate Bridge, and waited for about 45 minutes for the group to walk across the structure. There was a lovely cafe at the drop-off point too. I got just over half-way across the bridge and turned back around. You could've definitely got farther though if you walked faster and did not stop for as many pictures as myself! Then, James drove the group to the pier, where we departed the bus and queued up to get on the cruise over to Alcatraz. We probably queued for about 30 minutes. Once there, we opted for the audio tour around the prison to get the full information. I am a Criminology student so this was definitely an added bonus. At the end, I visited William Baker (the last living prisoner of Alcatraz) who was signing and selling his book in the gift shop. Overall, this trip was definitely a once in a life-time experience, and my favourite part of travelling the West Coast last year! Thank you again to James, our lovely driver.
garryp782
This was a great experience, able to walk the entire bridge, much better than just the standard tours offered that only dropped and picked up on the same side. Alcatraz was amazing, James the tour guide/driver was excellent. So much easier having this all in one tour. Thanks 5 out of 5
karenbS5425ZP
Our driver James was awesome! First we went to the Golden Gate bridge and walked on it! Awesome!!! Then we went on an audio tour of the cell-house on Alcatraz! Fantastic!

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