Redwood Forest, Santa Cruz Harbor 1-Day Trip from San Francisco
Overview
Escape the city for a full day of redwoods and ocean views on this round-trip tour from San Francisco. Start in the historic frontier setting of Roaring Camp before boarding a vintage steam train for a 75-minute ride through towering redwoods, one of the few remaining steam-powered routes in the country. Continue to Santa Cruz Harbor for waterfront strolls, sailboat views, and time to grab a snack by the ocean. Then unwind at Capitola Beach, known for its colorful village, calm waves, and postcard-ready scenery. With all logistics handled and transport included, this tour delivers a seamless blend of forest beauty, coastal charm, and classic California sights in a single day.
What's Included
- Admission ticket to Redwood Forest Steam Train
- Fuel surcharge
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
- Personal Expenses
- Meals, Food and Drinks
- Gratuities (15% - 20% Recommended)
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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San Francisco (pass by)
Roaring Camp Railroads (pass by)
Redwood National Park
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Santa Cruz Harbor
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Capitola Beach
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
San Francisco (pass by)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
- Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
- Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
- Please note: Cash is required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, and tickets. Guests are advised to prepare sufficient cash in advance.
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
- Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number is required for safety and trip communication.
- For individual special needs, tour operator may not be able to guarantee it. For special reasons, please confirm with the tour operator whether your special request is feasible after your booking is confirmed.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Redwood Forest, Santa Cruz Harbor 1-Day Trip from San Francisco?
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Activity code: C-132218P153
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Average 4.36 out of 5 stars based on 11 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Destinations customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Admission ticket to Redwood Forest Steam Train.
- Fuel surcharge.
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests).
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey.
- Personal Expenses.
- Meals, Food and Drinks.
- Gratuities (15% - 20% Recommended).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Redwood Forest, Santa Cruz Harbor 1-Day Trip from San Francisco is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Redwood Forest, Santa Cruz Harbor 1-Day Trip from San Francisco will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Admission ticket to Redwood Forest Steam Train
- Fuel surcharge
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
- Personal Expenses
- Meals, Food and Drinks
- Gratuities (15% - 20% Recommended)
Additional Info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
- Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
- Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
- Please note: Cash is required during the tour for certain attractions, shops, and tickets. Guests are advised to prepare sufficient cash in advance.
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmation numbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms.
- Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are not accepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or from your guide on the day of the tour.
- Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number is required for safety and trip communication.
- For individual special needs, tour operator may not be able to guarantee it. For special reasons, please confirm with the tour operator whether your special request is feasible after your booking is confirmed.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
- Operated by a business
