
Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco
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Is Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco worth booking?
Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco is a 10-hour experience in San Francisco, United States, from $378 per person. It scores 43 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 43 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $378 per person
Epic Day Trip: San Francisco to Avenue of the Giants! Get ready for an unforgettable 4+ hour drive from San Francisco to the Avenue of the Giants—a day filled with awe-inspiring redwoods, stunning scenery, and unforgett
What you get
About this experience
Epic Day Trip: San Francisco to Avenue of the Giants! Get ready for an unforgettable 4+ hour drive from San Francisco to the Avenue of the Giants—a day filled with awe-inspiring redwoods, stunning scenery, and unforgettable fun! What Awaits You: Humboldt Redwoods State Park: Walk through towering trees in the Founders Grove, home to some of the tallest trees on Earth. Avenue of the Giants: Enjoy a 31-mile scenic route with epic viewpoints and photo ops. ✨ Shrine Drive-Thru Tree: Experience the thrill of driving through a massive tree trunk. Chandelier Tree: Marvel at this giant hollow tree you can actually drive through. Eternal Tree House: Visit this quirky treehouse perched high in a redwood. Tall Tree Grove: Hike among the world’s tallest trees in an unforgettable natural setting. Book your adventure today and discover the magnificent redwoods that will take your breath away!
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- All Fees and Taxes
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Tips/gratuities are voluntary payments to your guides as a gesture of appreciation for good service
- Meals
- Alcoholic beverages
What you'll see and do
Redwood National Park
Discover the world-famous Avenue of the Giants Redwood - The Kingdom of the Giant Redwoods and some of the World tallest and oldest Redwoods on Earth. We are the only tour company to offer this 1-day adventure to Avenue of the Giants located south of the World-Famous Redwood National Parks in Northern California. Visit Humboldt Redwoods Parks in Northern California; home to one of the largest and tallest redwoods and oldest groves of coast redwoods in the World. It’s also home to the famous Rockefeller Forest, the world's largest remaining contiguous old-growth forest of coastal redwoods and the world-famous “Avenue of the Giants”, located 30 miles south of Eureka in Northern California. You’ll also visit other hidden ancient groves of giant redwoods. This bucket-list outdoor adventure is a must-do for all ages and preferences, no other tour companies offer this outdoor adventure due to the high cost business expenses, wages, and liability, but we are happy to be the first one to do so
720 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
San Francisco
Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel in San Francisco or Sausalito. Enjoy complimentary meet-and-greet pickup and drop-off service right at your hotel.
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Your tour guide will meet you at your hotel in San Francisco or Sausalito. Enjoy complimentary meet-and-greet pickup and drop-off service right at your hotel.
Options you can book
Private SUV Tour
up 7 guests Pickup included
Private Tour by Van (minibus)
Private Tour by Van (minibus) Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 14 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Golden Horizon Tours
Know before you go
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers who are subject motion sickness. This is a nonsmoking vehicle
- Our policy regarding passengers with disabilities: Sorry, our vehicles are not equipped for passengers with disabilities and therefore, our commercial insurance doesn’t allow us to transport persons with any kind of disabilities for the sake of their own safety and well-being
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing, Awesome, Do It!
Avenue of the Giants is a “must see” if you’re into Redwoods! What an awesome and amazing drive. It’s a bit of a drive but well worth your time! We loved it!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $378 to $4405
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 43
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for San Francisco.
How much does Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco cost?
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Prices start at $378 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in San Francisco usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in San Francisco is not rushed.
Is Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 43 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in San Francisco, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in San Francisco can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in San Francisco and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Avenue of the Giants Redwoods Day Trip from San Francisco start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central San Francisco within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in San Francisco?
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San Francisco packs Alcatraz, Muir Woods, Napa and the bay into day-trip range, which makes booking order matter more than anywhere else in the US. Alcatraz sells out weeks ahead, wine-country vans fill on weekends, and the best food walks in the Mission and Chinatown cap at a dozen people. Our ranking favours small groups and guides who live in the neighbourhood they walk. On Outty we rank every San Francisco experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge Muir Woods Sausalito with Optional Alcatraz, Chinatown, North Beach, Little Italy: 7 Tastings & History. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit San Francisco?
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September and October, the city's real summer, once the fog season breaks. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in San Francisco?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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