San Francisco: Redwood Forest & Santa Cruz Harbor 1-Day Trip

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Ride a historic steam train through the Redwood Forest, explore Santa Cruz Harbor, and relax on Capitola Beach on a day trip from San Francisco.

Highlights

  • Feel the thrill of riding a historic steam train through a redwood forest
  • Explore the Santa Cruz Harbor and enjoy the coastal atmosphere
  • Relax on the sandy shores of Capitola Beach and soak up the sun
  • Learn about the history of Roaring Camp and the railroad from conductors
  • Enjoy a scenic drive from San Francisco to the Redwood Forest and back

Description

Begin your day with a scenic drive from San Francisco to the Redwood Forest Steam Train. Board the train and travel over trestles, through towering redwood groves, and up a winding narrow-gauge grade to the summit of Bear Mountain. Listen as conductors narrate the history of Roaring Camp, the railroad, and the forest. Next, head to the Santa Cruz Harbor, situated on the site of the former Woods Lagoon. Built in 1962–1963, its public use specializes in boating and extracurricular marine activities for the local community and visitors. Finally, make your way to Capitola Beach, where you can relax and soak in the coastal atmosphere before heading back to San Francisco. Itinerary: San Francisco → Redwood Forest Steam Train (ticket included, 45 mins) → Santa Cruz Harbor (60 mins) → Capitola Beach (30 mins) → San Francisco

Includes

Redwood Forest Steam Train ticket

Important Information

  • 1.By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description, including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your payment indicates your acceptance of these terms. 2. Please be sure to provide accurate and complete information upon booking. This includes name, gender, valid contact information (preferably a mobile phone), accurate tour location, etc., This helps to avoid any errors upon the reservation because errors affect travel. 3. This tour does not accept any City Pass or your own tickets for any of the attractions. Tour attraction admission charges and meal expenses are subject to change at any time without notification. 4. Plan ahead and book with confidence for an unforgettable adventure! 5. Customer under 18 years old MUST be accompanied by at least one adult. Pregnant women are only allowed to join the tour if pregnant for 24 weeks or less

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