Pack some of the best spots in California all into two days with this Alcatraz and Yosemite tour package. On your first day, take a boat from Pier 33 to Alcatraz Island, and then go on a self-guided tour of the historic prison. Afterward, spend some time at the Aquarium by the Bay at the edge of Pier 39. On your second day, head off for Yosemite, and follow your guide around the Yosemite Valley. Break off on your own for about three hours, and explore Yosemite National Park however you’d like.

2-day Alcatraz and Yosemite tour, including admission to Aquarium of the Bay
2.5-hour tour of Alcatraz, including round-trip boat transport to and from the island
Visit the Aquarium by the Bay at the edge of Pier 39 to learn about marine life
Go on a tour of Yosemite Valley, and then get about three hours of free time in the national park
Choose between a 10a.m. and a 10:30a.m. Alcatraz departure time

What To Expect

Day 1 – Alcatraz Island

Alcatraz Island
Make your own way to Pier 33 in San Francisco to pick up your tickets and embark for the 15-minute ferry ride across the bay to Alcatraz Island. When you land on ‘the Rock,’ receive a brief history of Alcatraz, and then head into the cell block to learn about the former federal prison, now a national park.

Via the provided audio tour ‘Doing Time,’ you’ll hear interviews from former inmates such as Al Capone (Scarface) and Machine Gun Kelly.

Expect to spend up to 2.5 hours on the self-guided audio tour; you can explore the prison grounds and stay as long as you wish before hopping back on the ferry to return to Pier 33. (Ferry departs approximately every 30 minutes.)
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Aquarium of the Bay
While in Fisherman’s Wharf, head over to the Aquarium of the Bay to explore at your leisure and witness the 20,000 marine animals inside.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Day 2 – San Francisco to Yosemite National Park

San Francisco Bay
Leave San Francisco behind and cross the Bay Bridge, offering amazing views of Alcatraz Island and Angel Island. Cruise through Oakland, the East Bay and on to Central Valley to stop for groceries (own expense). Travel through Gold Country and the Sierra Nevada Foothills.
• Admission Ticket Free

Central Valley
Travel through California’s Central Valley and see where most of California’s almonds, figs, corn and more are grown. Here we will make a short stop so you can grab lunch for later and any local produce for hiking snacks. You can also pick up any other needed last-minute supplies for the days ahead.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Yosemite National Park
Begin with a one and a half hour guided driving tour descending through Yosemite’s glaciated valley with its famous waterfalls and rock formations, and stop to take pictures and see the views.
• Admission Ticket Free

Tunnel View
Make a photo stop at Tunnel View, one of the most famous in the park.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Yosemite Village
Stop for around 3 hours of free time to hike, bike, explore the base of Yosemite Falls or check out the Visitor’s Center and Ansel Adams Gallery. Your guide will have tips and advice on how to best spend your precious time in this beautiful location.
3 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Yosemite Falls
During your free time to explore Yosemite Valley, you can choose to take a hike or walk around the base of Yosemite Falls to take in its beauty.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Ansel Adams Gallery
During your free time in Yosemite Village, you can choose to visit the famous photographer’ gallery to view a collection of Ansel Adams’ original photographs.
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

San Francisco
After exploring Yosemite Valley, around 3:30pm we will head back to San Francisco. Your guide will make a stop halfway through where you can stop and have dinner. You’ll be dropped off at the location you were picked up around 8-9pm.
• Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
You must pick up your tickets from the Guest Services window for Alcatraz Cruises at Pier 33 AT LEAST 30 minutes prior to boarding.
For security purposes, a government-issued photo ID is required for all guests to board the Alcatraz ferry
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Alcatraz audio tour is available in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Mandarin, Portuguese and Korean
You may leave Alcatraz Island at any time; ferries depart every 30 to 40 minutes; the last departing ferry is usually 6:30pm
After stopping for photos in the park, you will receive 3 hours free time in Yosemite Valley
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 26 travelers

Include

Complimentary hotel pickup/dropoff (day 2 only)
Full-time professional, knowledgeable guide
Narrated in-coach tour of Yosemite (1.5 hrs)
Transportation to/from Yosemite in biofuel mini-coach
Alcatraz Island Ferry Tour ($45.25 value)

Exclude

Transportation to/from Alcatraz and Aquarium on day 1
Meals (stops will be made to purchase food)
Guide gratuity (optional)