Bryce Canyon Day Tour

Hike among the surreal hoodoos and soaring cliffs on a Bryce Canyon tour with Incredible Adventures. The tour leaves from Las Vegas and includes the park entrance fee, a professional guide, and a picnic lunch. You will have the opportunity to see the most extraordinary sights of the park, including Sunrise and Inspiration Points. The breathtaking views here are something you have to see to believe. Follow the links below to learn more about the highlights of Bryce Canyon.   

• Sunrise Point 
• Inspiration Point 

Bryce and Zion Canyon Tours

See two incredible Utah national parks in one trip on the Bryce and Zion Canyon day tour. This tour starts in Zion Canyon along the Virgin River, where you will walk through towering sandstone cliffs. You will also stop at the Checkerboard Mesa, a sandstone hill with a unique grid pattern. Next, you will head to Bryce Canyon and see the legendary hoodoos along with the previously mentioned highlights. If you are interested in a more extended trip to these parks, you can choose to go on our overnight tour instead. 

National Parks Three Day Tour

For the ultimate tour of the Southwest, embark on the National Parks three day tour. The stops of this tour include Bryce and Zion National Parks, Lake Powell, Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, and the Grand Canyon. Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Utah landscape on this guided road trip. The tour includes camping equipment, meals, a knowledgeable tour guide, park admissions, and a jeep tour of Monument Valley. Follow the links below to learn more about the attractions of this tour. 

• Lake Powell
• Antelope Canyon
• Monument Valley

Southern Utah National Parks Tours From Las Vegas

Book a Southern Utah national parks tour with Incredible Adventures and explore some of the most beautiful rock formations in the country. Our awe-inspiring tours are a must when you are visiting Las Vegas. You can find all of our tours from Las Vegas that explore the nearby national parks here. Our passion for showing off the beauty of the Western United States is what sets us apart. Join us for an expedition of a lifetime when you book a tour with Incredible Adventures.

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Experienced Guides

Whether you are looking to explore the Grand Canyon, Lake Tahoe, or Yosemite, an experienced tour guide will accompany you. All of the guides at Incredible Adventures are knowledgeable locals who know how to navigate the area. You are guaranteed to be in good hands with any of our guides here at Incredible Adventures.

We Supply All the Gear

Most of the camping equipment is supplied for you when you choose Incredible Adventures. However, we would recommend bringing some things of your own such as sleeping bags, pillows, towels, sunscreen, bug repellant, and flashlights. Because Incredible Adventures is a member of the International Ecotourism Society, it is also highly encouraged for guests to bring refillable water containers.

Camping Instructions

We’ll teach you techniques to make you a better camper! We will teach you how to set up and take down your tent. Our guides will suggest trails and hikes suitable for your skill level. And teach you how to navigate the area you are camping.

Meals Included

Incredible Adventures provides easy and healthy meals for most of the trip. For the meals not included, your tour guide will suggest economical restaurants nearby. The deli-style lunches are delicious and satisfying for a day full of hiking. Cookout dinners are a group event where everyone helps out and eats together.

Socialize Around the Campfire

After dinner, stick around and socialize around the campfire with your peers. Sharing smores is a great way to get to know your fellow campers. Exchange scary stories and share a drink with your new friends you made with Incredible Adventures. 

Fantastic Tour Guides at Incredible Adventures

We strive to provide the best camping tour for every individual. Whether you are looking for a day trip to Yosemite or a week-long adventure in Yellowstone, we are here to guide you. We supply all the gear, provide camping instructions, and meals for your trip. Book your camping tour today, and let us do the rest. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out at 1800-777-8464.

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Rent a GPS Guided GoCar

We recommend kicking off your trip with a GPS-guided GoCar. Take a tour of the city as the GoCar narrates the history of San Francisco. Make stops for as long as you like and go where tour buses cannot. There are several different route options to take, ranging from one hour to all day. Discover San Francisco like never before when traveling the city in a GoCar. 

Get on the Water with a Bay Cruise 

One of the best ways to introduce yourself to the city is by taking a San Francisco Bay Cruise. This tour offers views of the San Francisco skyline, sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge, cruising past Sausalito Island, and Alcatraz Island. There are daytime and sunset cruises available, depending on your preference and budget. The Bay Cruise is a must for people visiting San Francisco for the first time. 

Explore Muir Woods and Sausalito

Just 30 minutes from downtown San Francisco, Muir Woods contains some of the tallest Redwood trees in the country. Wander along the boardwalk and marvel at a natural world that was almost lost forever. After exploring Muir Woods, the tour will take you to the waterfront town of Sausalito. Buy something from a boutique or stop for a quick coffee at a local cafe. Return with the tour group or spend more time in Sausalito by taking a ferry back to the city.

See the City from the Sky 

There is no better way to see the Bay Area than from the sky. The tours are a Golden Gate Tour, Norcal Coastal Tour, Greater Bay Area Tour, and a Champagne Tour. Learn about the rich history of the city as you gaze down at it. For more information on route and flight options, browse Incredible Adventures online info. 

Aquarium of the Bay

Aquarium of the Bay focuses on education and conservation of the San Francisco Bay. Stroll through the clear tunnels under the bay, which hosts over 20,000 marine animals! Get up close and personal at the interactive Bay Lab station by touching bat rays, skates, leopard sharks, and more! Experience the majesty of local marine life while learning the importance of conserving this ecosystem.

Incredible Adventures Await!

There is so much to explore during your first visit to San Francisco, but the tours with Incredible Adventures are a fantastic place to start. Incredible Adventures offers excellent tours of the city by GoCar, the water, or the sky. If you have any questions about tours or what else to do in San Francisco, don’t hesitate to reach out by calling 1-800-777-8464.

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Groups

Though it may seem counterintuitive at first, traveling in groups can have a major impact on the environment. Imagine you are traveling with a group of friends on a road trip across the country. However, you each have your own vehicle to get from place to place. Why not pack responsibly and try to fit into one vehicle together? Taking one vehicle instead of several can be a great first step into more environmental-friendly travel. 

BYOs

Otherwise known as bring your own stuff, having your own reusable items can limit the amount of trash you have. Whether it be a reusable water bottle, cutlery, or straws, limiting your waste might be one of the more straightforward tips for eco-friendly travel. 

Support Local

There’s no way around it—big corporations have massive carbon footprints. The goods they provide certainly can be cheaper and more convenient, but, if you want to make a difference, support small local businesses on your travels. On top of having a significantly smaller environmental impact, these smaller stores are much more intrinsic to these communities you’ll be passing through. 

Biofuel

This is where we come in. Our fleet of passenger mini-coaches operates on sustainable, petroleum-free biofuel made from recycled cooking oil and renewable plant-based stocks. This fuel is the highest legally allowed BioDiesel blend in California and is completely renewable. When you’re traveling with us, you can know in good conscience that you’re helping! 

Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Travel: a New Normal

Though there are many more tips for eco-friendly travel out there, if you adhere to even a few of these you would be greatly contributing to the sustainability of these great national parks. And if eco-friendly travel is important to you, then planning a trip through us at Incredible Adventures is the way to go. Bring these tips for eco-friendly travel to life when you give us a call at 1-800-777-8464 today!

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Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

Set your alarm, because your tour will depart at 6:30 a.m. in the comfort of an eco-friendly mini-coach bus. Upon arrival, Yosemite is yours to explore! You’ll have a full day at your disposal where you can immerse yourself in our day-long tour with our professional guide or venture off on your own. During your Yosemite day trip, there are a few spots you can’t miss out on. 

• Vernal Falls – Get an up-close view of Vernal Falls either on a hike along a path that begins near the Happy Isles Nature Center or the Panorama Trail where you’ll wander through the mist of the towering waterfall. There’s nothing quite like the thundering created by the falling water.
• Mirror Lake – Take a walk to the local body of water when you head on out to Mirror Lake. Though the water levels vary depending on the season, the view of Mt. Watkins peering over the lake is not to be missed on your Yosemite day trip. 
• Indian Village of the Ahwahnee – Visitors get a close-up of Native American living on a trip to the Indian Village of the Ahwahnee. With exhibits like the Bark House, Miwok Cabin, Chief’s House, and the Ceremonial Roundhouse, you’ll get a real sense of the technology and living conditions the tribe members experienced.
• Merced River – Swim, fish, or simply take in the splendor of the historic Merced River. With a number of access points throughout the valley, getting your toes in the water shouldn’t be too difficult. This is an especially excellent destination on a hot summer Yosemite day trip!
• El Capitan – The iconic walls of El Capitan are imposing, climbing over 3,000 feet. Standing over twice as high as the Empire State Building, you may spot climbers traversing the granite rock as well as colorful dots charting their route. Remember to pack binoculars to get the best views! 

Yosemite in a Day: What an Incredible Adventure!

Though it might be difficult to see all that the Yosemite Valley has to offer in just a day, you’re in good hands with Incredible Adventures. Our Yosemite day trip offers swift transportation, knowledgeable guides, and freedom for all of our guests to choose their own adventures. So, if you have any extra time on your hands while you’re in the San Francisco area, give us a call at 1-800-777-8464 to find out how we can arrange a Yosemite Valley trip for you!

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Thank you healthcare heroes, you deserve a break!

For that reason, we invite all those who worked in health care during 2020 to take 15% off your entire booking on tours departing from San Francisco. Join us to kick back, relax and let someone else take care of you for the day. Whether you’d like a day trip to Napa to go wine-tasting with colleagues or to take an overnight trip to Yosemite with family, enjoy 15% off your entire booking. Our sale will run all April long, but you can travel with us anytime in 2021.

Ready to plan your next trip around Northern California? Enjoy the 15% off discount all April long on any of the below tours:

Yosemite Day Tour
Yosemite & Giant Sequoias Day Tour
Napa and Sonoma World Class Wine Tour
Muir Woods with Napa & Sonoma Wine Country
Muir Woods and Sausalito Half-Day Tour
Silicon Valley Tech Innovation Tour
Monterey & Big Sur Discovery Tour
Muir Woods & Wine Country Overnight Combo Tour
Yosemite Overnight Lodging Tour
Yosemite Escape 3 Day Camping Tour
Tahoe Escape 3 Day Camping Tour
Yosemite and Tahoe 4 Day Sierras Hotel Tour

Use the code HEALTHCAREHERO at checkout to redeem your discount. Happy travels!

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History

Before departing on the Black Canyon tour, it might be nice to know a bit of the story behind this magical destination. The canyon was formed approximately 15 million years ago from erosion by the Colorado River. What’s launched this ancient gorge into the spotlight is its relationship with the Hoover Dam. This is where the construction of the Hoover Dam, its gauging stations, tramways, and catwalks all took place. Fortunately, the Black Canyon has kept much of its natural charm that dates back millions of years ago. 

Kayaking Tours

We have two river-based tours that will give you access to beautiful views of the Black Canyon and an adrenaline-pumping ride! For a full-day experience where you’ll spend between five and six hours on the water, book the Black Canyon kayaking tour. After your Las Vegas pick-up, you’ll meet your guide at the drop-in site, where he or she will provide a short safety demonstration for kayaking. From there, the guide will lead you through the best that the gorge has to offer, with stops at remote caves, coves, and hot springs along the way.

Rafting Tours

Our Black Canyon rafting tour also extends a full-day, but with only about three hours on the water. If you’d rather sit back and relax, this is the tour for you, as you’ll make your way through the Black Canyon of the Colorado River on a motorized raft, which frees up your hands to snap plenty of pictures. This laid back tour will delve even deeper into the rich history, archeology, and ecology of the land.

An Experience Millions of Years in the Making 

Whether you want to be the captain of your own boat or a passenger on the powered watercraft, a trip through the Black Canyon of the Colorado River will be an experience you’ll never forget. From the base of the Hoover Dam to the various caves and coves that have formed over the course of millions of years, there is beauty around every corner of the famed gorge. And who would be a better guide than us here at Incredible Adventures? Whether you’re in Vegas or just in the area, there’s no better way to take in the beautiful natural surroundings than on a tour with us. Call us at 1-800-777-8464 to get started on your adventure today!

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Silicon Valley Tour Itinerary

What draws many people to visit Silicon Valley are the stories behind some of the great companies in American history. From rags to riches fables to double-crosses and more, this competitive environment has both fostered and eviscerated entrepreneurs trying to change the world. Before you embark, your Silicon Valley tour with Incredible Adventures will take you through the origin stories of Apple, Google, IBM, and many other previously unrecognized technologists that paved the way for the most recent technological revolution. A little bit of background knowledge will be an insightful starting point before the tour truly commences. 

The first stop on this tour will take you down Hacker Way, where you will have the opportunity to ‘check-in’ at the Facebook Thumbs Up Sign. From there, you’ll make your way to the famed Google Campus, complete with the mesmerizing Android Lawn Statues. Before departing, make sure to check out the gift shop and bring home some swag. 

The next major stop is a favorite of many guests who go on our Silicon Valley tour: the Computer History Museum. From illustrating the origins of early computing, with the abacus to the modern-day wonders of self-driving cars, to the future and complexities of artificial intelligence, there is something new for everyone. Your last visit will be to the Apple Visitor’s Center, a fairly new establishment that also features a fully-stocked Apple Store.

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Though it is far different from many of the other tours that we offer here at Incredible Adventures, our Silicon Valley tour is among the most exciting. With technology being as pervasive as it is in our everyday life, what better way to get a better grasp of it and its history? Explore these famed campuses and gain insight from the informative museums, all while soaking up the California sunshine. If this sounds up your alley, be sure to book a tour with us by calling 1-800-777-8464 for a byte-sized adventure you’ll never forget!

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An Exhilarating Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour

Our most expedited tours available are the Grand Canyon helicopter tours. This Grand Canyon tour from Las Vegas takes you along for a ride in a luxury Eco-Star helicopter—the safest and most comfortable tourism-based helicopter in the world. Featuring wraparound glass, you’ll have excellent views from wherever you sit in the chopper. And, with routes taking you past Hoover Dam and Lake Mead, you’ll surely get more than you bargained for!

Small Group Tours

Offering pick-up from most Las Vegas strip hotels, the Grand Canyon West Rim small group tour provides a different kind of insight. This full-day tour will start with a pit stop at Hoover Dam, where you can take in the stunning surroundings from the vantage point of the O’Callaghan-Tillman Bridge. Next, you’ll pile back into the custom 13-seat vehicle for a narrated drive-through of the enchanting Joshua Tree Forest en route to the West Rim of the Grand Canyon. Once there, you’ll explore Hualapai Indian Country before experiencing the breathtaking panoramic views of the Grand Canyon from Guano Point and Eagle Point.

Camping Tours

With the three-day National Parks Camping Tour, you’ll get to experience the most intense Grand Canyon tour from Las Vegas that we offer. This tour spans three simulating days where you’ll get to fully immerse yourself in the natural wonders of the Southwest. In addition to exploring the Grand Canyon, you’ll visit Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Lake Powell, and Monument Valley. If you’ve ever wanted to knock five birds out with one stone, this is the tour for you! 

Riding Shotgun with Incredible Adventures

If you’ve ever been fascinated by the wonders of the world but haven’t had the chance to see them yet, then coalesce them all with Incredible Adventures! Our convenient Grand Canyon tours from Las Vegas put you amid numerous earthly natural phenomenons, and there has been no better time than now to experience it all. Book a tour with us by calling 1-800-777-8464.

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Canyonlands National Park Tour: Southwest Highlights

Truly immerse yourself in the beautiful nature of the Southwest when you go on an adventure with Incredible Adventures. If a tour of Canyonlands National Park is your main goal, don’t worry, because we will be sure to spend ample time exploring the beautiful park. However, you’ll get to see so much more on foot or even by air if you want! Our tour of Canyonlands National Park and beyond will have your family and friends back home oozing with jealousy. Read below to learn more about where you’ll go and what you do when you book our seven-night Southwest Highlights Camping Tour leaving from Las Vegas.

Before we get to discussing the destinations of this tour, we’ll tell you about the basics. This tour includes a complimentary pickup and drop off from the Super 8 hotel in Las Vegas by one of our experienced and knowledgable tour guides in one of our 14-passenger tour busses. You’ll get five light breakfasts, seven deli-style lunches, and six dinners if you decide to camp with us, as well as accommodations for camping or lodging. Park admissions are included, as well as a Navajo Guided Jeep tour of Monument Valley.

After being picked up in Las Vegas, we’ll bring you to the following destinations: the Grand Canyon, Zion National Park, Bryce National Park, the Canyonlands, Arches National Park, Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, Horseshoe Bend, and an optional helicopter ride so you can get amazing birds-eye views of the Southwest! Each destination is full of stunning scenery and nature, where you can take plenty of photos and bask in the beauty that surrounds you. 

The rate for this tour starts at $1199 per two people! Give us a call at 1-800-777-8464 with any questions or to book, or book easily online by visiting the Incredible Adventures website.

Incredible Adventures

There is no better way to tour the most beautiful destinations of the United States than with Incredible Adventures, our eco-friendly and knowledgeable company that has been serving families, friends, and couples for years. Not only do we bring you to beautiful regions of the country, but we have plenty to share with you about each place we go so that you can learn about what you’re experiencing. Book a tour with us by calling 1-800-777-8464 – we know you won’t regret it!

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The Most Unique Things to Do in San Francisco

This holiday season, get ready for biking, sailing, kayaking, and seeing everything that makes the city of San Francisco so special. Incredible Adventures has a handful of tours that will make the holiday unforgettable. We put together a list of just a few of the many tours that we give in San Francisco below! To view a complete list of tours, visit the Incredible Adventures website.

• San Francisco Sailing Tour: Hop aboard a massive sailboat and take in views of San Francisco from the water. When you’re sailing, you’ll see magnificent views of Alcatraz Island and sail past the historic Fort Point. Get a view of the Golden Gate Bridge from underneath and see the beautiful city of Sausalito. One of the best parts is that there is a bar and snacks onboard!

• Golden Gate Bridge Bike Tour and Sausalito Kayaking: Enjoy a guided bike tour through the cities of San Francisco and Sausalito with plenty of opportunities for picture taking, especially as you bike across the Golden Gate Bridge. After biking, head out to the water for a two-hour guided kayak trip along Sausalito’s waterfront where you’ll learn the basics of sea kayaking and run into some local wildlife, like birds, dolphins, sea lions, and even a whale!

• Hop-On Hop-Off San Francisco City Tour: Take a ride on the unique double-decker open-top busses as you drive throughout the city of San Francisco for the day. This tour is available with one day or deluxe two-day hop-on hop-off tickets, so if you didn’t get enough the first day, you can always continue the next day! Your tour guides will tell you all about the city of San Francisco, and you’ll also be able to take a walking tour of Chinatown.

• San Francisco Guided Bike Tour and Rentals: Get some exercise and hop on a bike that you can pick up from Union Square or Fisherman’s Wharf and head towards the famous Golden Gate Bridge to take some incredible photos. Ride through the beautiful Golden Gate Park and even explore Sausalito and ride the ferry back!

Incredible Adventures

Incredible Adventures has been taking people all throughout the nation for years, and any of our tours are the perfect holiday gift or the perfect way to start or spend the holiday season! Our knowledgeable staff and guides will not only show you all of the best places in San Francisco but also will be able to tell you about the history of this phenomenal city. San Francisco is waiting for you! Call us at 1-800-777-8464 with any questions or information on booking. 

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Incredible Adventures: Alcatraz and Yosemite Day Tour

This awesome tour with us will be an unforgettable experience as you venture to some of the most iconic places in California. Below, you can learn more about what this tour will entail, and discover why going through Incredible Adventures is the right choice when it comes to going on not just a tour of Alcatraz but of anywhere throughout the United States. 

This tour really has it all, including an Alcatraz Day Tour or an Alcatraz Night Tour, complimentary hotel pickup and drop-off, knowledgeable tour guides, entrance to the Aquarium of the Bay and Yosemite Valley, as well as three hours of free time in Yosemite Valley. Our tour guides will also bring you on a narrated in-coach tour of Yosemite that lasts for about 90 minutes so that you can learn all about the park. 

Let’s get to the most exciting part: the tour of Alcatraz. Whether you choose to go during the day or night, you’ll get the full Alcatraz experience. When you’re at the prison, you’ll hear an abundance of interesting stories and be able to see how the prisoners lived, the food they ate, the bathrooms they had to use, and what life was like living at the prison. Day tours cost about $39, and night tours cost about $45, and they’re worth every buck!

After the exciting tour of Alcatraz, you’ll head to Yosemite at the Aquarium of the Bay. Spend a good chunk of time surrounded by the true beauty of Yosemite National Park that has been wowing visitors for over 125 years. With rushing waterfalls, massive granite monoliths, extensive valleys, and towering ancient sequoias, it’s the perfect place to get some gorgeous photos and enjoy nature. At the Aquarium of the Bay, you’ll be able to see over 20,000 sea creatures, including colorful fish, eels, sharks, sea lions, octopuses, and so much more. The Aquarium at the Bay is perfect for all ages!

To learn more about this tour, including pricing, head to the Incredible Adventures website.

Incredible Adventures

Incredible Adventures has been bringing people on exquisite tours all over the nation, each unique from one another. Whether you’re interested in seeing some of the most beautiful parks and staples of the nation, or want to adventure on bikes, boats, and more at some of the most gorgeous destinations in the country, Incredible Adventures has you covered. We have hundreds of tours that we bring families and friends on throughout the entire year, so be sure to book with us when you’re feeling adventurous. Visit the Incredible Adventures website for a complete list of tours and destinations, or call us at 1-800-777-8464 with any questions!

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Yosemite and Tahoe Sierras Tour with Incredible Adventures

With two-and-a-half tours between the Tahoe Sierras and Yosemite National Park, there’s plenty to see. Our brilliant guides know the area like the back of their hands and will make sure that you don’t miss out on a single thing during your four-day tour. As a four-day tour and plenty to see, we know you’ll be pretty tired by the time the sun goes down, which is why we have comfortable lodging accommodations every single night. Get ready for one of the most memorable adventures of your life on our Yosemite and Tahoe Sierras tour!

Get ready to explore Yosemite Valley and Yosemite High Country with your group and our guides—and make sure to take plenty of pictures. In Yosemite National Park, you’ll be blown away by the massive Sequoia trees and granite cliffs that surround you, and you’ll also meander past plenty of greenery, gorgeous wildflowers, and animals that call Yosemite their home. Visiting Yosemite National Park is an incredible experience that you won’t soon forget.

Along the way, we’ll make a stop at Mammoth Lakes, a quaint town located in California’s Sierra Nevada mountains. The town is a base for Devils Postpile National Monument, a formation of basalt columns, and Rainbow Falls. Next, we’ll bring you to Bodie Ghost Town, a deserted town that once was home to nearly 10,000 people. Small rustic homes are still standing, but surrounded by desert, making it a true ghost town. And, of course, we’ll make a stop at the beautiful Lake Tahoe.

Our four-day Yosemite and Tahoe Sierras tour costs $879, and it is well worth it, and that’s a promise! Book your tour with us online today.

Incredible Adventures

Our tour of Yosemite might just be the beginning of a very long relationship between you and us, Incredible Adventures. Once you not only experience the unique beauty of this area, but our excellent guidance and hospitality, you’ll be hooked! We explore destinations all over the country and have been bringing our new visitors and loyal visitors on some of the best vacations of their life. To learn more about Incredible Adventures, what we do, and where we visit, check us out online.

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We’ve noticed a few silver-linings for those who still crave exploration of this beautiful City by the Bay. For one, there’s little traffic, a lack of crowds and available parking. Three things which were previously non-existent on this densely packed peninsula before. Mix in favorable weather and you’ve got the perfect recipe for a short getaway or a special ‘staycation’.

So whether you’re a visitor or a local, we argue that this fall offers a perfect time to take to the streets of San Francisco. Sure, you still can’t hop on a cable car or enjoy the atmosphere of a historic Gold Rush era bar, but the pleasant weather and plethora of safe and socially-distanced activities should make up for it for the time being.

Explore new beaches

If you didn’t even know San Francisco had beaches (it happens!), it’s the ultimate time to find out. While summer can tend to be foggy and surprisingly chilly here, fall brings clear days and warm temperatures. Beach day in October? How could you not.

For the largest and most accessible beaches, you’ll probably head to Ocean Beach or Crissy Field. For a more picturesque experience, travel along the Land’s End Trail where you’ll find a handful of secluded coves and white sandy stretches to explore. Baker Beach itself has a nice view of the Golden Gate Bridge and a public parking lot, but others involve climbing down some steep stairs to reach the sand.

Our favorite beach of all takes a little more effort to enjoy. On the other side of the Golden Gate Bridge inside the Golden Gate National Recreation Area lies Kirby Cove, a spectacular coarse-sand beach with panoramic views of the bridge and San Francisco skyline. To get there, you must hike down a steep 1 mile trail unless you happen to snag yourself a day-use or camping permit. These typically sell out  far in advance online, but it never hurts to look. If you get lucky and can grab a permit, you can skip the hike and drive directly down to the parking lot at the beach.

Rent a GoCar

One of the most unique and COVID-friendly ways to explore San Francisco is from the seat of a GoCar. These tiny yellow vehicles fit two people and allow you to self-drive around the city by following the ‘GPS guided storytelling’. Want to go your own way? That’s fine too. Use the provided map or your smartphone to guide your day.

Rent a go car with Incredible Adventures for the entire day and cruise down Lombard Street, through the mansions of the rich and famous and along the breezy Embarcadero. Or just wander and see the city from a new perspective.

Photograph the city without the crowds

If you’ve always dreamed about taking that perfect bridge photo or snap the ‘Painted Ladies’ at golden hour, consider it the time to do so. Without all the cars and pedestrians, San Francisco is a photographer’s dream.

Created in reaction to COVID-19, San Francisco now has 12 new ‘slow streets‘ which are closed to all vehicles. It’s never been easier to wander through neighborhoods without having to worry about busy traffic and small sidewalks.

Hit the city trails

While the hills of San Francisco make fine mountains to climb themselves, our city also happens to have spectacular green spaces and well-maintained urban hiking paths. Take to the Land’s End Trail for expansive ocean views and rugged coastline below. Alternatively, take your dog and explore the bluff trails through coastal Fort Funston. Ready for an all day cross-city adventure? The Crosstown Trail connects San Francisco’s diverse neighborhoods through a variety of urban trails and open spaces. Beginning at Candlestick Park in the southeastern part of the city and concluding at Land’s End, these 17 miles will bring you through the heart of the city and some of its most impressive views.

Grab your ‘travel pod’ and go wine tasting

Although the recent fires have been devastating for parts of wine country, that does not mean the whole area is closed. In fact, it’s a more important time than ever to support our favorite local wineries and businesses. Already struggling from COVID-19 shutdowns, nearby fires will also hurt business long after they have been put out. Air quality has improved drastically recently. To check for current conditions, visit Airnow.gov.

Ready to visit but need a DD? No problem. With the onset of the pandemic we expanded our private tours to offer services to “travel pods”, close family/friend groups that stick together to reduce the spread of COVID-19.  Gather your pod, kick back and leave the driving to us.

For private groups, you have the option to follow one of our current wine country tour itineraries, or have us create something custom and personalized. The choice is up to you.

Rates start at $178/per person for a full day wine country tour with two included tasting flights. Contact us for more details & to arrange.

Take a walk in the woods

If serene nature is what your heart desires, no need to travel far. Just twenty minutes from San Francisco lies Muir Woods National Monument. Walk beneath towering coastal redwoods over the many meandering trails and boardwalks.

Muir Woods National Monument requires a permit for parking, so be prepared before you visit.  Alternatively, skip the permit and join one of our Muir Woods & Sausalito Half Day Tours.  There’s no better way to spend a morning or afternoon then by exploring Muir Woods and also Sausalito. Make it into a whole day outing by taking the ferry from Sausalito to Pier 39 and walking along the Embarcadero to end your day.

Special offer through November 30! Use promo code ‘GOLOCAL‘ and get 15% off any Muir Woods & Sausalito Tour.

Cross Yosemite National Park off your bucket list

A staggering amount of Californians tell us they have never visited Yosemite. What a missed opportunity! But whether you are a Californian or not, right now is an optimal time to go. With pleasant autumn weather and little crowds, this is the Yosemite you want to experience. Don’t wait until high season arrives, or you might end up sitting in Yosemite Valley traffic.

There are many ways to explore the beauty of this park. If you plan to drive yourself, check out our favorite hotels on offer. Whether it’s a heated tent cabin or a comfy room inside Yosemite Valley, book as early as possible. With reduced hotel room capacity during the pandemic, they may quickly sell out. We also have tours that pickup in El Portal, right outside the park.

From San Francisco, there are many tours to choose from. Leave the winter driving to us and join one of our excursions. Relax and unwind on the drive then explore awe-inspiring Yosemite Valley at your leisure.

Tell us, which COVID-19 friendly activities or tours would you want to partake in this fall and winter?

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Utah’s Bryce Canyon National Park: Incredible Adventures

There are so many different tour options of Bryce Canyon National Park through Incredible Adventures.  Whether you want to go with a large group or just you and your significant other, we have you covered! Continue reading to learn more about the amazing tours that Incredible Adventures has to offer of Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah.

Bryce Canyon Day Tour

On this day tour, you’ll be able to explore all of Bryce Canyon and its beauty in the perfect amount of time. Explore and take photos of the Bryce Canyon hoodoos, Thor’s Hammer, Inspiration Point, and all sorts of rural Utah landscapes. For just $248, you can see one of the most beautiful areas in all of Utah with excellent guides!

Bryce & Zion Camping Tour from Las Vegas

Travel across state lines to get to Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah. On this two-day tour, you’ll be able to completely immerse yourself in the natural beauty. From Las Vegas, spend a full day in Zion National Park and a full afternoon in Bryce Canyon National Park. The Virgin River, hoodoo Sandstone Spires, and Emerald Pools are an added bonus! Book this two-day camping tour for $310.

Bryce and Zion Canyon Day Tour

If one day is enough for you, but you want to see more than just Bryce Canyon National Park, then this day tour is perfect for you. See the beautiful Bryce Canyon hoodoos up close, as well as Zion Canyon and High Country, the Virgin River gorge, and picturesque rural Utah landscapes for just $269 per person.

These three tours of Bryce Canyon National Park are just a few of the many that are offered through Incredible Adventures. To view the rest of these tours, visit the Incredible Adventures website!

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Take a Vacation to Reno, Nevada, through Incredible Adventures

You get the best of both worlds when you go on vacation to Reno, Nevada, with Incredible Adventures. You and your group are able to experience the beautiful outdoors but also get to explore the artsy city and all of the fun that comes along with it. For four days, tour with our team and create memories that will last a lifetime. To learn more about our tour of Reno, and all of the reasons you should visit, continue reading below.

Our professional guides will take you on our four-day tour, where you’ll spend the days participating in outdoor activities. You’ll swiftly be introduced to amazing nature and beautiful landscapes that you only see on postcards. At night, you can get a taste of the nightlife on the California and Nevada state line, and hop from brewery to brewery while admiring the hip culture. 

The Sierra Nevada Mountain Range is one of the many places you’ll be able to visit—keep your camera handy! From there, you’ll be able to hit the trails of the gorgeous Emerald Bay State Park, one of Tahoe’s most stunning areas. Snap pictures of the beautiful, deep blue colors of Lake Tahoe while enjoying the fresh air and warm sun. If you get too hot, cool off by taking a dip in the largest alpine lake in the United States.

If you’re a fan of breweries, or even if you’re not, the taprooms in Reno are places that you must go to if you’re visiting the area. This is why we make sure to stop at multiple breweries, so that beer lovers can get their fix and potentially sway people towards becoming beer lovers. And don’t forget: The local art scene is unique, as well as the eclectic vibe of the entire city. This four-day tour is $769 based on double occupancy, so if you’re interested, head to our website and book your tour online today!

Incredible Adventures

We hope that we’ve provided you with at least a few good reasons about why you should take a trip to Reno – there isn’t a doubt in our minds that you won’t love it! Incredible Adventures has been taking customers on tours all across the nation for many years, and we have perfected the touring industry. To learn more about us and other destinations you can visit with us, head to our website!

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Our Las Vegas Tour: Starry Nights and City Lights

Vegas’s location, in the middle of the desert, means that there are beautiful landscapes all around the city, that aren’t far away. The Grand Canyon, Death Valley, Red Rocks, and the Bryce and Zion Canyons are just a few of the beautiful landscapes that you’ll have easy access to when you visit Las Vegas. Our nine-day Starry Nights and City Light Las Vegas tour will show you a few of the picturesque places surrounding the city.

Over a span of nine days, you’ll explore the western United States with a professional guide, and you’ll learn a lot along the way! You’ll visit Yosemite National Park, El Capitan, Tenaya Lake, Olmsted Point, Tioga Pass, Half Dome, Giant Sequoia Trees, and the Yosemite Valley. These gorgeous landscapes will take your breath away, and you’ll get some great photo-ops.

You’ll also be able to visit other beautiful places as well, like Death Valley National Park, Furnace Creek, Big Sur and the California Coastline, La La Land, and of course, Sin City itself. Enjoy hiking in the iconic California state and national parks, and camping as well. Or, stay in luxurious hotels each night if you’re not big into camping! In nine days, you’ll be able to say that you have visited some of the most iconic staples in the United States.

At a rate of $1,639 for double occupancy, you’ll have an absolute blast exploring the western United States with the people you love. You’ll remember this Las Vegas tour forever, through pictures and through the wonderful memories we know you’ll create.

Incredible Adventures

Incredible Adventures has been taking our guests on tours all over the country for over 30 years! We pride ourselves on giving the highest quality tours that are fun, educational, and enjoyable for everyone. Experience the beauty that creates the United States through camping, biking, hiking, and many other activities! We know that no matter what type of tour, or where you choose to go, we know that you’ll have an incredible time with Incredible Adventures.

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The Top 3 Grand Canyon Tours

We have 14 amazing Grand Canyon tours that we know you’ll love – because there are so many, it might be hard for you to choose which one to go on! Each of our tours offers a distinct experience. To make it easier on you, read below to learn more about the top three Grand Canyon tours for this summer.

2-Day Grand Canyon Camping Tour From Las Vegas

If you love camping, or even if you don’t, you’re going to fall in love with our Grand Canyon camping tours. On this two-day tour, you’ll see Las Vegas, the sunrise and sunset at the Grand Canyon, the Hoover Dam, the Historic Route 66, the Railroad town of Williams, as well as the Colorado River. You’ll also be able to enjoy hiking and exploring the South Rim! Camping under the stars is an experience you won’t soon forget. At $310 for double occupancy, you can choose to do a private tour or a group tour.

3-Day National Parks Camping Tour From Las Vegas

This three-day camping trip is one you’ll remember forever. Aside from an optional helicopter ride, you’ll experience Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, Lake Powell, Antelope Canyon, and Monument Valley. You’ll also be able to explore two national parks – Zion National Park and Bryce National Park. Everywhere you go will be scenic, and perfect for some photo ops. At $675 for double occupancy with private tour options available, you’ll be blown away when you take this tour!

Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter Tour

Riding in a helicopter is a surreal experience in itself, but the views you’ll get from up above are breathtaking! From the luxury Eco-Star helicopter, you’ll see the Grand Canyon West Rim, the Hualapai Indian Reservation, Fortification Hill, the Bowl of Fire, the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, Temple Rock, Wild Pinto Wash, and the Iceberg Canyon! This tour is $524 for double occupancy and well worth it – the views from up above are unbeatable.

Incredible Adventures

For years, we have been offering travelers a safe and reliable way to connect with nature. We were founded on a love for the outdoors, which is why we give some of the best tours. When you choose any of our tours, you’ll love the fun-filled atmosphere of each excursion. We are known as the ‘Greenest Tour Company in San Francisco,’ where we promote sustainability of everywhere we visit through the use of eco-friendly renewable alternative biofuels – no matter how we travel, you can sleep peacefully and guilt-free. To contact us to book a tour, call us at 1-800-777-8464. 

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San Francisco Bike Rental

Through Incredible Adventures, you can choose from three different bikes – a comfort hybrid, a mountain bike, or a tandem bike! At just $36 per day, you’ll have a blast getting exercise and enjoying beautiful views from all around the city.

When you rent a bike through us, you’ll also get a front pack, maps, helmets, a bike lock, a rear rack, and a bungee cord. Whether you want to only go for a few hours, or make an entire day of it, the $36 you pay for your bike is all you have to pay! Choose any day of the week, as we rent our bikes Sunday through Saturday. Pick up and drop-off for the bikes is at Union Square or Fisherman’s Wharf.

After picking up your bike, use our maps to start your biking tour of San Francisco! Bike across the Golden Gate Bridge, explore Sausalito and take the ferry back, or bike through the beautiful Golden Gate Park – or do all three! Take some great photos and enjoy a delicious lunch at one of the many restaurants in the area. We know you’ll love our San Francisco biking tour!

Incredible Adventures

If you’re looking for any sort of tour to significant areas of the United States, Incredible Adventures is without a doubt the best company to go through. We pride ourselves on providing safe, fun, and educational tours all over the country. Create memories with your friends and family, and experience the beauty that is the United States. Whether you want to camp, ride in a helicopter, go biking, hiking, or exploring, we have a tour of the area you’ll want to go to. Visit our website to learn more about where and when we offer our tours!

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Our Fabulous Yellowstone National Park Camping Tour

There aren’t words to explain the picturesque views you’ll see when you go on our Yellowstone National Park Camping Tour. Aside from Yellowstone, you’ll see the gorgeous Rocky Mountains and tons of other natural wonders nearby. To learn more about our amazing tour, read below.

Yellowstone and Rocky Mountain Camping Tour From Las Vegas

This seven-day tour will introduce you to Yellowstone, America’s very first national park. Camp with us in the beautiful forests and the mountains of Yellowstone, and see all of the amazing wildlife that calls Yellowstone their home. This Yellowstone National Park tour is one of our best.

You’ll spend two days in Yellowstone National Park, and the rest of the days exploring all around to see even more natural beauty in surrounding states. To start, you’ll explore the city of Las Vegas. From there, explore the Grand Tetons, Rocky Mountains, Bryce National Park, Salt Lake City, and Snow Canyon. Experience personal connections with nature and the wildlife that inhabit all of these gorgeous places, and take some amazing photos so you can remember this forever – although we doubt you’ll need pictures to remember. 

For double occupancy, the cost is $1,199. This adult rate is for those who are 7+ years old – posted rates are subject to annual changes.

Incredible Adventures

Incredible Adventures is all about sustainability. We are the ‘Greenest Tour Company in San Francisco’, and we make sure to stay true to that. For years, we have been taking people on tours around the country to see some of the most beautiful places. We bring you to these destinations through the use of eco-friendly renewable alternative biofuels. There’s nothing you won’t love about any of our tours – we’re sure of that!

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Unfortunately, a visit to our National Parks isn’t always synonymous with the above. In the past decade, our parks have seen a surge in visitors resulting in traffic, crowded trails and a lack of wildlife. Just as the pandemic has changed many aspects of our lives, it will also change how we visit our parks.

As Yosemite National Park experts since 1993, you can trust Incredible Adventures for up-to-date information on visiting this paradise of the Sierra Nevadas. Whether you decide to come with us or visit on your own, protect this special place by remembering to ‘Leave No Trace‘ and by following all social-distancing guidelines throughout the parks.

WHAT TO EXPECT

With 83 days being mostly visitor-free, Yosemite National Park (and all U.S. parks) have had some room to breath. Alpine meadows are growing thick and wildlife has been free to emerge without the fear of humans. While you will need a day permit to visit this year (see below for permit details), you can be certain to have some room to breath yourself. For the time being, gone are the days of sitting in Yosemite Valley bottleneck traffic to enter or exit the park. This year, Yosemite will only be returning to a 50% capacity of last year’s numbers.

Even though visitor numbers will be well-below year’s past, there are still a few things to keep in mind. Yosemite National Park covers an unbelievable 1,169 square miles, with 94% of that being designated wilderness. While those are some huge numbers, most everyone that visits Yosemite visits the same contained area—Yosemite Valley. What’s more, Yosemite Valley barely makes up 1% of the entire National Park.

If you’re looking for peace and quiet, regardless of if you are visiting during a pandemic or not, make sure to visit multiple areas of the park. While Yosemite Valley is the most well known, there are numerous regions of the park which are just as beautiful but with less crowds.

What’s Open

Yosemite is currently engaging in a ‘phased reopening’. That being said, most of the park is open for visitors, minus some services. For the full and up-to-date list of what’s open and what’s not, be sure to check the Yosemite National Park Website.

As of June 11, 2020 the following areas and services are open:

• Trails: All trails are open as normal, with route modifications for the Mist Trail due to popularity.
• Campgrounds: Currently Upper Pines Campground is open at 50% capacity and Wawona Horse Camp (horse camping required) is open. All other campgrounds are yet to officially open. It is not recommended to show up to the park for an overnight stay without a reservation. Sleeping in cars is only allowed with a campground reservations.
• Hotels: Most hotels are open at a reduced capacity including Yosemite Valley Lodge and the Curry Village Tent Cabins.
• Services: Facilities and services are reduced throughout Yosemite National Park. In Yosemite Valley, the theater and Yosemite Museum are both closed. The Yosemite National Park shuttle will also not be operating.
• Roads: All roads (including Tioga Road) are now open as normal with the exception of Hetch Hetchy Road, which is only open from 8AM to 5PM.
• Sequoia Groves: There are multiple Sequoia groves around the park, all of which are currently open. Mariposa Grove can be reached by parking at the Mariposa Welcome Plaza, but once that is full you must walk the two-miles (each way) on the Washburn Trail or on Mariposa Grove Road to reach the trails of the grove itself.
• Gas: Gas is currently available in Wawona, El Portal, and Crane Flat.

It is invaluable to remember that the free park shuttle will NOT be operating this year. If you planned on a car-free visit to the park, see our recommendations below.

Wilderness Permits

Wilderness permits for overnight hikes to Half Dome and the backcountry are currently open. All wilderness permits and quotas still remain in effect. If you have a wilderness permit for anytime past June 5th, it will be honored and you will be contacted on how to receive the permit via email.

The Best Time to Visit

All seasons are unique and beautiful within Yosemite National Park. Typically, summer is hot, dry and full of crowds. If you’ve always avoided Yosemite during the summer, maybe this is your best chance to visit. If you have the flexibility, the fall typically offers warm and clear days, but more comfortable temperatures.

Don’t be hesitant about visiting Yosemite during shoulder or slow seasons. Whether it’s a foggy and cool morning or a snow-covered scene, Yosemite is a sight to behold.

How to Visit

Visiting Yosemite National Park this year will differ drastically than years past. Basically, there are three main ways to visit until further notice.

1. By private vehicle

To visit the park in your own vehicle, Yosemite National Park has implemented a day-use reservation system on recreation.gov.  Permits must be reserved prior to your visit, with 80% being available one month in advance and 20% being available 2 days in advance. You must make sure to enter the park on the first day of your permit or risk it being cancelled. Permits last for 7 days and cost $35 per car. You do not need to pay per person, only per vehicle.

Since the implementation of this permit system, reservations have been going quickly. It is highly recommended to be logged on at 7am Pacific Time one month prior to your visit to try and get a permit. Remember, permit numbers are based on 50% capacity of last year, so as tourism picks up there will not be enough permits to go around. Once in the park though, you’ll have the freedom to go wherever you like. Since the free park shuttle is not operating this year, it will be more difficult to reach areas outside of Yosemite Valley without a personal vehicle.

Don’t forget, it is highly discouraged to come to the park and plan to stay overnight without a reservation. For comfortable and conveniently located rooms, you can easily make your reservation with us. We often times have availability even though other sites are still sold out.

For comfortable rooms nearly at the base of Yosemite Falls, be sure to check out Yosemite Valley Lodge. If you’d rather feel closer to nature, look into the historic tent cabins in Curry Village. With heated or unheated rooms and multiple occupancy styles, this rustic option involves all the best parts of camping, without having to sacrifice comfort.

2. By public transportation

As stated above, the free National Park shuttle is not operating this year within the park. Fortunately, YARTS, the Yosemite public transit service, will still be in operation with some slight changes. The public transportation connecting Highways 108,120, 140, 41 and 395 to Yosemite Valley will offer a reduced capacity service, allowing 22 advance reservations with a maximum of 30 passengers per vehicle.

It is important to remember that while you can take YARTS into the Yosemite Valley, once you are there there will be no transportation available to visit other areas of the park. Make sure to visit https://www.yarts.com/ for more information.

3. By small-group tour

By far our favorite option, joining a tour allows you to easily visit all areas of the park while not needing to have obtained a day-use permit in advance. Yosemite Hospitality will not be operating their typical bus tours this year, but there are still a few other operators to choose from, including ourselves!

Benefits of joining our tours:

• No day-use permit needed. All of our tours include Yosemite National Park entry
• Leave the stressors of driving around a mountainous and expansive park to our professional drivers
• No need to deal with parking inside the park
• During this unpredictable time, our guides have expert knowledge of what’s currently going on around the park
• Leave lunch to us. Our Best of Yosemite and High Country Tour both include a fresh box lunch we source from outside the park
• Get tips on the best trails and how to visit the park like a pro, even under time constraints

We’ve implemented many health and safety protocols in response to COVID-19. See our Health & Safety page dedicated to the subject for all the ways we are keeping you safe.

Click above to see our four NEW Yosemite tours to help you expertly explore the park during COVID-19.

Are you planning on visiting Yosemite this 2020?

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“Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one’s lifetime.”

The spread of the coronavirus around the world has left us in an unprecedented time for both business and health. Unfortunately no industry has been hit harder than the travel industry itself. As of Tuesday, April 7th, San Francisco went into a ‘shelter-in-place’ order, calling a stop to all non-essential travel.

While we believe experiencing the great outdoors is definitely an ‘essential’ experience, we stand with the local government and prioritize the health of our guides, staff and community first. Still, Incredible Adventures is a small, family-owned business. We are feeling the effects of this devastating event faster and heavier than possibly anticipated.

As of today, Friday March 20th, we are closing our doors temporarily to help curb the effects of this shutdown on our business. All of us can’t wait to get back to work; our fantastic sales team who fields our calls and coordinates our tours and bookings, our hard-working & enthusiastic guides who are the backbone of our business and our dedicated management team who work behind the scenes to make everything run smoothly.

We plan to be back in business April 7th doing the work we love- providing people with eco-friendly travel experiences and outdoor memories to last a lifetime.

Now more than ever the travel industry needs your help

It’s during challenging times like these that we are reminded of the importance of travel. Travel teaches us about the natural world, about each other and about ourselves. If you also believe in the value of travel and want to see eco-friendly, sustainable tourism continue throughout the Bay Area and beyond, we humbly ask for your support.

Booking a gift certificate with us will not only help get our wheels turning again, but will also allow you to travel with us at anytime in the future on any tour. Know exactly when you want to take a tour with us? No problem, all trips are currently open from late April throughout the rest of the year.

We can’t wait to take you on a tour and show you our favorite destinations soon.

BUY A GIFT CERTIFICATE ONLINE

Thank you for the support, stay healthy & stay home!

– Jessica & the Incredible Team

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With so many different trails, it’s hard not to spend at least one day hiking in Big Sur. Immerse yourself in nature and explore the gorgeous coastline, trees, ocean, and everything else Big Sur offers.

Big Sur’s Beautiful Hiking Trails

There are dozens of beautiful trails for hiking in Big Sur. These hikes will bring you through enchanted greenery or to the crashing waves, depending on what type of scenery you’d like to see. Below are a few favorite Big Sur hiking trails.

Mill Creek Trail

Mill Creek Trail is known as one of Big Sur’s most significant hikes. The 3.6-mile hike is almost completely shaded underneath giant redwood, sycamore, and maple trees, making it a refreshing hike during all four seasons. At the beginning of the hike, you’ll be surrounded by California bay trees and a rushing creek. Eventually, the trail and the creek join together, and you will be able to hike upstream the rest of the way and wade through the water.

The Sand Dollar Beach Trail

This hike is a lovely combination of beach and trail. While hiking here, you’ll be able to see up and down the coast as you take the mile-long path to the overlook. From there, you might even be able to see whales or dolphins as they move up and down the coast. Hike back down the same trail to head to the beach. Sand Dollar Beach is the broadest unbroken swathe of sand along the Big Sur, making it a great place to hike and hangout.

Jade Cove Trail

The Jade Cove Trail is a simple, flat path that loops out to the coast and down to the water so that hikers can search for jade. Hikers are encouraged to look for the trail that heads northwest out to Plaskett Rock point before heading down to the cove. Take caution, as hiking down to the cove is steep and can be treacherous. Once you’ve reached the cove, the views and the refreshing water makes it all worth it.

Monterey & Big Sur Discovery 2-Day Hotel Tour

If you’re visiting Big Sur but want to do so much more than hiking, then this tour is the right one for you. Incredible Adventures created this excursion so that visitors can have a well-rounded experience in Big Sur. Explore the coastal redwoods of Big Sur and take some photos of the breathtaking coastline. You’ll have the option of visiting the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium or hop onto an e-bike for a 17-mile tour. All of the activities will be over two days, with one night spent at a lovely beachside hotel.

Enjoy Big Sur With Incredible Adventures

We have made it our mission to create some of the best tours, for anything, all around the world. If you want to do more than just hiking in Big Sur, then book with Incredible Adventures. Our Big Sur tours are second to none – we make sure that you get a little taste of everything that Big Sur has to offer. Be at one with nature, but also with luxury and comfort as you make your way around Big Sur with us! To book the tour that is perfect for you, check availability online or give us a call at 1-800-777-8464.

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California’s Wine Country is the home of over 800 wineries, all waiting to be explored by you! Eight hundred wineries is overwhelming, which is why Sonoma and Napa Valley wine tours were created. Find the best tour for you and enjoy Wine Country as you should!

The 3 Supreme Sonoma and Napa Valley Wine Tours

If you’re interested in a Sonoma and Napa Valley wine tour, but not sure which is the best, we have narrowed it down to the very best trips through Wine Country.

Muir Woods With Napa & Sonoma Wine Country

Explore Muir Woods and all of its colossal old-growth redwood trees. On this tour, you will be able to walk the winding trails among the trees and take in all of the beauty. With two separate wine tastings spread across Napa and Sonoma Valley, you’ll taste an assortment of the finest red, white, and dessert wines in North America. The tour will also take you across the Golden Gate Bridge with a stop to take photos and to lunch in the Sonoma Plaza!

Napa and Sonoma World Class Wine Tour

This all-inclusive tour includes three wine tastings from different wineries in Napa and Sonoma Valley and a 45-minute Benziger Winery Tram Tour. Aside from wine, Benziger Family Winery has baby sheep, bees, and an abundance of native plants. On the tram tour, you will be able to walk through the vineyard, see how wine is made, and visit the wine caves! The tour will also stop at the Golden Gate Bridge and serve a picnic lunch.

Napa and Sonoma 2-Day Wine Tour

If you can’t decide between the tours listed above, then this two-day tour is the right one for you. You will spend two full days in Wine Country with a total of five wine tastings in both Sonoma and Napa Valley. The tour will bring you to Muir Woods National Monument, as well as the Golden Gate Bridge. You will be able to hop aboard the Benziger Winery Tram Tour and explore the vineyard, wine caves, and the Sonoma Plaza. With a hotel provided, this Sonoma and Napa Valley wine tour is hard to beat!

Incredible Adventures

Founded on a love for the outdoors, Incredible Adventures has been aiding society in finding safe and reliable ways to connect with nature since 1993. Our Sonoma and Napa Valley wine tours are the most luxurious way to experience Wine Country and all that it has to offer. If you’d like to book through the phone, or have any questions, call Incredible Adventures at 1-800-777-8464.

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Volunteering isn’t only helpful for others. Studies show that giving back can be beneficial for our own well-being as well. Focusing on something or someone else reduces stress and increases both self-confidence and brain function. Volunteering can also help you feel connected to your community, make new friends and get active in the process.

Finding a way to give some of your time to help our environment and community doesn’t have to be hard. Here are our favorite avenues for giving back to the Bay Area.

1. Volunteer with the Golden Gate National Recreation Area

One of our favorite ways as a company to get together and give back at the same time is by volunteering with the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Not only do these opportunities help benefit the important natural areas so dear to us, but we always have a good time while we’re at it too.

Just recently, the Incredible Adventures crew spent a morning at Muir Woods getting our hands dirty and helping clean up the under-appreciated but always important boardwalks. These boardwalks through the park not only provide a nice terrain for visitors, but they also are crucial for protecting the coastal redwoods which we all cherish so much. In order to keep these boardwalks in good condition and safe for visitors, they must be swept and cleaned regularly, which is a large undertaking for anyone.

Volunteering with the G.G.N.R.A can offer opportunities from curb painting to beach cleanup, but ‘deck flossing’ was both a fun and satisfying activity. With the use of a sharp flossing tool, we dug all of the debris from the trees out from in between the wooden planks. This way, the rain water can drain to the root systems down below and the wooden boardwalks can stay in good condition. After digging up all the “duff,” we swept the area to provide a clear and non-slippery surface for all the visitors to the woods.

If you’re looking for a group volunteer activity, we can’t recommend working with the G.G.N.R.A enough!

2. Help out at the SF Food Bank

With a mission to end hunger in San Francisco and Marin, the SF Food Bank could use volunteer help more than ever. Currently, 141,000 people count on the the food bank each week. From morning snacks for low-income students to home delivered groceries for seniors, the food bank plays a critical role in keeping hunger at bay in our community.

It’s also extremely easy to plan your visit. With the ease of the online calendar, choose an available shift any day of the week in one of their two locations. Shifts typically last for two hours and involve sorting and packaging food. The food bank also offers seasonal opportunities and most events accept children.

3. Donate to a shelter for holiday meals

Don’t currently have the time to choose and attend a volunteer event? One easy way to give back is by donating to Bay Area Rescue Mission so they can provide meals for those in need, especially over the holiday season. All it takes is $2.05 to feed a hungry person, so donating $50 provides 24 meals and care for those in need.

Bay Area Rescue Mission is a non-profit and you can make these donations online through PayPal or over the phone.

4. Help some furry friends with Family Dog Rescue

Our furry friends need some care this holiday season too. With the help of volunteers, Family Dog Rescue is able to rescue over 1,000 dogs per year. If you’re an animal lover, this may be the most fun you could have giving back. All first-time volunteers will need to attend a short training program before beginning but after that you’re free to help by walking, grooming, training and playing with the dogs.

5. Find more creative options with Hands On Bay Area

If you’re looking for something different to try, or a volunteer outing that’s more unique, Hands On Bay Area has a plethora of option to choose from. Whether it’s gardening or trail building, their volunteer calendar is bound to have something you’re interested in.

Hands On Bay Area also organizes volunteer events for groups and companies, so you’ll be able to give back regardless of your group size.

Whatever you decide to do, your efforts will go a long way to make sure we are taking care of this wonderful city and the residents that call it home, regardless of the season.

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