San FranciscoLombard StreetSan Francisco is often called “Everybody’s Favourite City",a title earned by its scenic beauty, cultural attractions, diversecommunities and world-class cuisine. Measuring 49 squ<strong>are</strong> miles,this very walkable city is dotted with landmarks like the Golden GateBridge, cable cars, Alcatraz and the largest Chinatown in theUnited States.A stroll of the city’s streets can lead to Union Squ<strong>are</strong>, the ItalianflavouredNorth Beach, Fisherman’s Wharf, the Castro, Japantownand the Mission District, with intriguing neighbourhoods to exploreat every turn.Views of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay <strong>are</strong> often laced withfog, creating a romantic mood in this most European of American cities.The city has a colourful past, growing from a small village to a major citynearly overnight as a result of the 1849 Gold Rush. The writers of the“beat” generation, the hippies of the Summer of Love in the late 1960sand the large gay/lesbian population have all contributed tomaking San Francisco the fascinating place it is today.San Francisco Must Do's• Spend a day shopping at Union Squ<strong>are</strong>• Catch a cable car to Fisherman’s Wharf for a freshseafood meal• Stroll through Ghiradelli Squ<strong>are</strong>, a 19th centurychocolate factory• Discover Chinatown and Little Italy• Visit Alcatraz and stroll through the cellblocks that once housedfamous criminals like Al Capone and Machine Gun Kelly• Take a trip to the Napa Valley, California’s Wine Region.We have a selection of day tours, including the Napa ValleyWine Train, and tours incorporating Muir Woods or river rafting.We also have a selection of accommodation.See page 34 for more details.California Academy of SciencesThe California Academy of Science is one ofthe ten largest museums of natural history inthe world.Re-modelled in 2008 it is located in GoldenPark. Highlights include; three storyrainforest, state-of-the-art SteinhartAquarium, The Planetarium, living roof andthe 3D theatre.NightLife is a <strong>we</strong>ekly event where visitorsages 21 and older* can enjoy music,science, entertainment and cocktails, whileexperiencing the Academy’s world-classexhibits and having fun with friends. Each<strong>we</strong>ekly installment features something newand different.PRICE PER PERSON ADULTYOUTH(12-17YRS)CHILD(4-11YRS)GeneralAdmission$35 $29 $23NightLife* $14 n/a n/a30
San Francisco SightseeingExplore this culturally diverse andbeautiful city.Stops include Visit Point at Golden GateBridge and Twin Peaks. Highlights includeUnion Squ<strong>are</strong>, Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharfand more! There is also an option to add a 1hour narrative Bay Cruise.Duration: 3½ hours.Departs: 9.15 daily.PRICE PER PERSON ADULT CHILD (5-11YRS)City Tour $51 $26City Tour with cruise $71 $41Deluxe City TourVisit four of PIER 39’s attractions for one lowprice with the PIER 39 Attraction Pass.Includes admission to Aquarium of the Bay, aBlue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise, a San FranciscoSightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley and aPIER 39 Fun Pack with a free ride at Studio 39.This pass must be pre-booked prior toleaving Australia.PRICE PER PERSON ADULT CHILD (5-11YRS)01Apr-31Dec12 $59 $39PIER 39 Attraction PassThe City Pass includes unlimitedtransportation on the Municipal Railwayfor seven consecutive days.This also includes admission to: a Blue &Gold Fleet Bay Cruise, Aquarium of the Bay,Legion of Honor, San Francisco Museum ofArt, Exploratorium and a choice of either theCalifornia Academy of Sciences and SteinhartAquarium or the Asian Art Museum.PRICE PER PERSON ADULT YOUTH (5-12YRS)01Apr12-31Mar13 $85 $51San Francisco City PassAll Loops Double Decker Bus Tour + AlcatrazIsland Tour - that’s 5 tours in 1.This tour includes 4 routings on the Hop-onHop-off double decker bus, which allows youto take in all of the city’s sights and sounds, as<strong>we</strong>ll as San Francisco's most famous attraction,Alcatraz. Duration: Bus Tour: valid for 48hrs.Alcatraz: 2-3hrs Departs: Buses: every 20-30mins, daily 9am - 6pm.PRICE PER PERSON ADULT CHILD (5-11YRS)01Apr12-31Mar13 $107 $85Hop On Hop Off + AlcatrazGetting an early start, cross San Francisco’sOakland Bay Bridge at sunrise.Stop for refreshments at California's CentralValley before heading to Yosemite NP in theSierra Nevada Mountains. At Yosemite, enjoy aguided tour, hiking, shopping and dining beforereturning to San Francisco. Duration: 14 hoursDeparts: Approx 7am daily (May-Oct) and Tue,Thu, Sat and Sun (Nov-Apr).PRICE PER PERSON ADULT CHILD (5-11YRS)01May12-31Mar13 $150 $91Get a bird’s eye view of this beautiful cityon a scenic helicopter flight.Board a Bell Jet helicopter for an excitingadventure above San Francisco. Take in the hillsof San Francisco and the striking cityscape.See famous landmarks such as Alcatraz Islandand the spectacular bridges spanning the Bay.Duration: 2 hours, flight time approx 20 minutesDeparts: Daily, shuttle pick-ups available at10am, 12:30pm and 3pm.PRICE PER PERSON ADULT CHILD (2-12YRS)01Apr12-31Mar13 $202 $156Yosemite in a Day by BusSan Francisco HelicoptersTake a relaxing bay cruise and soak up thespectacular city views.Bridge to Bridge: The only cruise to sail underboth the Golden Gate Bridge and Bay Bridges.Duration: 90mins Departs: Daily (Mar-Nov).Sunset Cruise: Relaxed twilight cruise withsunset views, live music and a light buffet.Duration: 2 hours Departs: Daily (25May-5Sep)and departure days vary in other months.PRICE PER PERSON ADULT CHILD (5-17YRS)Bridge to Bridge $35 $26Sunset Cruise $58 $40Discover San Francisco in a three-wheeledbright yellow GoCar!These nifty yellow convertibles talk to youand take you on a city tour you will neverforget. There <strong>are</strong> three tours to choosefrom. There is also an option to combine aGoCar with an Alcatraz Ticket.Departs: Daily.PRICE PER CAR 1 HOUR 2 HOURS01Apr12-31Mar13 $57 $102CoCar + Alcatraz n/a $177Bay CruisesGoCarsExperience amazing views from the top of theGolden Gate Bridge!Take a guided ride on the Bay Trail over theGolden Gate Bridge to Sausalito with a returntrip by ferry. Most of the ride is flat, the last5kms downhill. Highlights include Fisherman’sWharf, the Golden Gate Bridge, Sausalitoshops, and more. Distance: 14.5kmsLevel: Easy Duration: 2-4 hoursDeparts: 1pm in April & 10am from May onwards.PRICE PER PERSON ADULT CHILD (U/13YRS)01Apr-31Dec12 $59 $43Bike the Golden Gate BridgeAn unforgettable “Off-the-Beaten-Track”personalised experience of San Francisco.Travel by zebra-striped vehicles to <strong>we</strong>llknown<strong>are</strong>as such as the Golden Gate Bridge,Twin Peaks and Golden Gate Park. Visit hiddengems like chocolate shops, bakeries, artinstallations and movie sites. The tour finishesat Pier 33 where you take the ferry to Alcatraz.Duration: 4 hours plus time spent on AlcatrazDeparts: Daily.PRICE PER PERSON ADULT CHILD (5-11YRS)01Apr12-31Mar13 $173 $125Urban Safari with AlcatrazFeatured prices <strong>are</strong> a guide only. At time of quoting, your travel agent will provide the most current prices available.31
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