Escape the city for a premier Muir Woods tour from San Francisco, located just 30 minutes from downtown. This Muir Woods day trip from San Francisco provides a full 90 minutes to wander through ancient groves of coastal redwoods, some reaching up to 1,200 years old. Immerse yourself in the tranquility of this “living museum” of towering giants before enjoying a scenic coastal drive to the bay.
Your journey continues with a Sausalito tour through the charming, Mediterranean-style waterfront. This Muir Woods and Sausalito excursion allows you to explore historic flower-lined streets and boutique shops before returning to the city across the Golden Gate Bridge. For an even more flexible Sausalito day trip, you can choose to stay longer and return via a picturesque ferry ride, making this the ultimate half-day Muir Woods Sausalito tour for nature and culture lovers alike. Looking for more ways to escape the city? Explore all of our San Francisco excursions for day trips and adventures departing from the heart of the city.
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Important Update: Sausalito Ferry Service:
Effective May 4, 2026 – May 7, 2027
Due to the temporary suspension of Blue & Gold Fleet operations from Sausalito, we have updated our tour procedures to ensure you still have a seamless experience returning from the waterfront.
What You Need to Know:
The Ferry is Still Running: You can still enjoy a scenic boat ride back to San Francisco! The Golden Gate Ferry remains fully operational, providing service from Sausalito to the Ferry Building (Embarcadero).
No Advance Tickets: Pre-purchased ferry tickets are currently unavailable. You can easily pay for your fare at the pier using a Credit/Debit Card or a Clipper Card.
Departure
Daily departures at 7:15am & 1:15pm.
Highlights
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*These are sample itineraries for tours of Muir Woods and Sausalito. Please note that due to conditions outside of our control, your itinerary may be altered to best suit the groups’ needs.
While we guarantee that we’ll do our best to provide you with all of our Muir Woods and Sausalito tour highlights (conditions permitting), we do not guarantee them in this specific order.
Depending on passenger numbers and guest needs, your tour may be moved to a larger vehicle or operated by a preferred partner company. In this case, there may be slight differences in the itinerary and times. We will communicate the exact details to you in your confirmation.
Please be advised that during your tour with us, it is possible that your group may be joined by guests from one of our other tours for the return journey to San Francisco. While we strive to provide dedicated transportation for each tour group, occasionally circumstances may require us to combine groups for logistical reasons. Rest assured, we prioritize your comfort and safety throughout the entirety of your experience with us. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Our morning Muir Woods and Sausalito tour begins as you make your way to the pre-arranged pick-up spots – 7:15am – Hilton San Francisco Union Square – 333 O’Farrell St (MASON ST side entrance) or 7:35am – Riu Plaza Fisherman’s Wharf – 2500 Mason Street (NORTH POINT loading zone).
PLEASE NOTE – both pickup locations are side entrances to meet your Incredible Adventures guide and vehicle.
Our afternoon Muir Woods and Sausalito tour begins as you make your way to the pre-arranged pick-up spots – 1:15pm – Riu Plaza Fisherman’s Wharf – 2500 Mason Street (NORTH POINT loading zone) or 2:00pm – Joinery restaurant (300 Turney Street) in Sausalito.
From the cozy vantage of the mini-coach, take in panoramic scenes that span the city skyline, Alcatraz Island, and the boat-speckled bay.
We’ll next make a very brief stop in Sausalito, possibly picking up more guests from our other tours, before continuing our journey. Then, we’ll take the winding coastal mountain path through the Marin Headlands where you’ll see the base of Mt. Tamalpais (the highest point in the North Bay region) before we arrive in the cool, shaded canyon home to these special coastal redwoods.
Are you ready to feel small beside a redwood? You’ll step off the mini-coach into a wonderland of greenery. On our redwood tours from San Francisco, you’ll have an hour to 90 minutes to wander along the wooden boardwalks through the tallest species of tree in the world.
Due to the thick fog that blankets the west coast in the summer, redwoods only thrive in Northern California and Oregon. In 1908, Senator William Kent and his wife donated their land to the state and President Theodore Roosevelt designated it as a federally protected area.
Muir Woods is the only surviving stand of old-growth forest in the Bay Area. Wandering amongst these towering giants is sure to reconnect you with a natural world that was almost lost forever.
From Muir Woods, it’s a short drive to Sausalito, a picturesque town that starts with hilltop mansions and spills down to boutique shops and cafes along the waterfront.
The pier offers a panoramic view of the San Francisco skyline, the Bay Bridge, and Angel Island. Take it all in on our Sausalito tours with an in-coach narrated tour and 45 minutes to explore. Then, loop around for the return trip to San Francisco.
You can also choose to hop off the coach and linger at one of the sidewalk cafes, shop for one-of-a-kind souvenirs, or sample freshly caught seafood before taking the optional ferry back to the city on our Sausalito tours.
Our morning Muir Woods and Sausalito tour drops-off at 12:15pm at Riu Plaza Fisherman’s Wharf.
Our afternoon Muir Woods and Sausalito tour drops-off at 6:00pm at Riu Plaza Fisherman’s Wharf and at 6:15pm at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square.
Sausalito is located to the north of the Golden Gate Bridge and began as a hub for car, ferry, and rail traffic to reach the city. After World War II, its industry focus shifted, transforming it into a wealthy and artistic residential and tourist area.
You can choose to take the ferry back to San Francisco, ferry tickets can be purchased at the ferry dock, and the driver will drop you off before heading back to the city.
Taking the ferry back from Sausalito will afford you amazing views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, Alcatraz Island, and the San Francisco city skyline from the north. Don’t forget your jacket, though – it can get chilly out on the bay!
You’ll disembark the ferry in the Embarcadero area where you can easily hail a cab or take the cable car back to your hotel.
This tour is now available to book as a private excursion for up to 22 guests. You’ll receive the same itinerary and inclusions that our typical tour would provide, plus personal one-on-one attention from your guide and the ability to choose who you’ll bring with you.
Feeling like making some changes or additions to the itinerary? Contact us and we can create a quote for a custom experience across any of the 50 states.
Reserve your Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour as a private excursion now!
Our rates are based on group size. After clicking below and choosing an available date, select how many travelers will be in your group.
Private tour for 1-13 guests: $1,179 total
Private tour for 14-22 guests: $1,789 total
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