Redwood Forest Steam Train and Santa Cruz Coast Day Tour
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Travel from San Francisco to the Santa Cruz Mountains for a vintage steam train ride through towering redwood groves. Continue to Santa Cruz Harbor and colorful Capitola Beach for relaxed coastal sightseeing before returning to the city. With the train ticket included, this day trip combines forest scenery, railroad history, and the California coast.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 8 hours – 10 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Redwood Forest Steam Train admission ticket
- Admission ticket to Redwood Forest Steam Train
- Travel with an expert Tour Guide/Driver Guide for a Smooth and Insightful Journey
- Fuel surcharge
- Select Pick-Up and Drop-Off Locations available in San Francisco
- Ride in Comfortable and Professionally Maintained Vehicles (vehicle based on number of guests)
Not included
- Personal Expenses
- Meals, Food and Drinks
- Gratuities (15% - 20% Recommended)
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Your day begins with an easy pickup in San Francisco, where you can settle into a clean, comfortable vehicle before heading south. This kickoff ensures travelers skip traffic stress and enjoy the views of the coast and rolling hills as the city fades behind them, a perfect start to a day of nature and relaxation.
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Stop 2
Visit a recreated 1880s logging town surrounded by redwood forest in the Santa Cruz Mountains.
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Stop 3
Ride a historic narrow-gauge steam train through towering redwoods toward Bear Mountain.
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Stop 4
Enjoy free time around the marina and watch boats along the Santa Cruz waterfront.
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Stop 5
Stop at this colorful seaside village for beach views and coastal photos.
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Stop 6
After a full day of redwoods and coastline, guests are comfortably driven back to San Francisco. No long drives, no hassle, just a smooth, scenic return that lets everyone unwind, scroll through their photos, and relive the highlights of their California escape.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
08:00AM Departure Courtyard by Marriott Oakland Downtown.
Please note: no parking or bathrooms available at starting point.
Cancellation & confirmation
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day(s) before
- 0% refund if cancelled 0–1 day(s) before
- May be cancelled for bad weather
- May be cancelled if there are not enough travelers
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From $230.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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