San Francisco to Santa Cruz Day Trip: Redwoods and Beach Fun
from $100.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Overview
Venture from San Francisco to Santa Cruz for a day filled with nature and seaside excitement. First stop at Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, where you can stroll among towering redwoods. Next stop Santa Cruz, where the boardwalk awaits with its vibrant attractions, tasty food options, and stunning beach. Whether you ride roller coasters, relax on the sand, go out on the water or explore tide pools, this trip offers something for everyone.
9 hours
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
We pick up in front of the Westin St. Francis Entrance on Powell St.
Itinerary
- 1San Francisco
Pick up in San Francisco: 9am for Green Tortoise meeting point & 9:15am for Union Square meeting point. After picking up guests we will drive 1.5 hours south to Henry Cowell Redwoods.
- 2Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
Walk amongst the giant coastal redwoods and learn about California's endangered ancient forests.
- 3Santa Cruz
30 minute drive from Henry Cowell to Santa Cruz
- 4Santa Cruz
Guests will have 4 hours of free time to explore beautiful Santa Cruz. Drop of will be at Santa Cruz Warf where they can enjoy a day on the beach, rent a surf board or paddle board at a nearby rental shop, go on a scenic coastal walk to see natural bridges and tide pools, ride California's oldest roller coaster at it's oldest amusement park and much much more! While time in Santa Cruz is unguided staff are happy to answer questions at drop off.
- 5San Francisco
Return to San Francisco: The 2 hour drive home will be along scenic California Coastal highway 1.
What's included
- Towels
- SPF 50 Sunscreen
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- parents must bring their own rear facing car seat for children under 2 years of age
