San Francisco Holidays
Description
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A visit to San Francisco would not be complete without a sightseeing trip to the majestic scenery of Yosemite National Park, where you can see the world's largest trees, spectacular waterfalls and the renowned El Capitan rock face.
Location: San Francisco, USA
San Francisco, California is one of America’s most beautiful and unique cities. San Francisco is best known a city, which embraces diverse cultures and ideas. This is reflected in both the San Francisco cityscape and lifestyle. Located on a narrow peninsula between the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay, the city enjoys both a dramatic and favourable setting.
There’s also a lot more to see in the surrounding area, the lush area of Napa is close by, where you can sample some of the best wines in the world. If it’s mountains and lakes you want then look no further than Lake Tahoe or Yosemite National Park.
This offer gives you the flexibility to plan your own holiday. The first night's accommodation is included at a San Francisco hotel, then you can explore the region for the remaining 6 or 13 nights before flying home.
If you prefer to set a specific route for your fly-drive prior to departure, please call our team of travel experts. We are happy to help you tailormake your holiday.
Your holiday price includes:
- International flights
- 4 nights accommodation in San Francisco on room only basis
- Includes Day trip to Yosemite National Park.
Things to see and do in Northern California
- San Francisco
- Wine tours in Napa Valley
- Lake Tahoe
- Yosemite National Park
- Carmel & Monterey
Accommodation
Catherdral Hill Hotel, San Francisco
The Cathedral Hill Hotel is located on Van Ness Avenue, walking distance from Japantown and Union Square, and approximately 14 miles from San Francisco International Airport.
Hotel facilities
- Car Rental Desk
- Family Rooms
- Fitness Facility
- Swimming Pool
- Business Centre
- Dining
Room facilities
- Dry Cleaning
- Television with cable service/movies
- Hairdryer
- Clock radio
- Writing desk
- Data Port
Single supplement: On request
Children: On request
Infants: Not available
Please note:
- If you would like to extend the duration of your stay, please book for 7 or 14 nights as normal and inform the tour operator when they contact you. An extra night supplement is applicable and will be levied by the tour operator directly.
- The following extra charges will apply when booked by credit card: Visa, MasterCard, Amex - 2%.
Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking.
San Francisco Information
San Francisco Highlights...
- Lively Nights
- Marina / Harbour
- Museums
- Local Markets
- Traditional Building
- Enjoyable Walks
- Good for Couples
- Places to Explore
- Good Shopping
- Good for families
- Dining Out
- Romantic
- Scenic Location
- Local Character
- Plenty to do
- Local History
- Bistros & Cafés
- Transfer in 1hr
Destination Airport
San Francisco International Airport
Airport Information
Country
United States (US)
Address
San Francisco International Airport, PO Box 8097, San Francisco, California 94128, USA
Country Code
1
Telephone
650 821 5000
Fax
650 821 4004
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Website
www.flysfo.com
Location
The airport is located 22km (14 miles) south of San Francisco
Time Zone
GMT - 8 (GMT - 7 from the first Sunday in April to the last Sunday in October)
Number of Terminals
4
Transfer between Terminals
The 24-hour AirTrain light rail service links the International Terminal with the other terminals, parking garages, the Airport BART station and the car hire centre.
Driving Directions
From central San Francisco, take Route 101 south and follow signs to the airport. For access to the car hire centre, turn left onto I-380 and turn right onto South Airport Boulevard. For access to the long-term car park, take Route 101 south, exit at San Bruno Avenue/San Francisco International Airport, take the San Bruno Avenue exit, turn left and follow the signs.
Car Parking
Short-term (hourly and daily) car parking, with direct access to the terminals, is available at both the domestic and international parking garages. Passengers flying to Canada should use the domestic terminals parking garage. Valet parking for all terminals is located in the domestic garage, off the Departures level roadway. A long-term car park is located 3.5km (2 miles) north of the airport terminals. A free shuttle bus service operates between the long-term car park and the terminals. Parking information is available (tel: 650 821 7900).
Car Hire
The rental car centre is located outside of the terminals but on airport property and is linked to the terminals and BART station on the 24-hour AirTrain Blue Line. Eight major car hire companies are based at the centre: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, National and Thrifty.
Public Transport
Rail: The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) operates a rapid rail service to northern San Mateo County, San Francisco (journey time: 30 minutes) and the East Bay from the SFO BART station on the Departures level of the International Terminal. The station is linked to all terminals via the free AirTrain service. BART services connect to Millbrae Station, from where a Caltrain shuttle service runs between San Francisco and San Jose. Road: Taxi: Taxis depart from outside the Arrivals levels of all terminals. Taxi drivers are required by airport regulations to accept fares to all destinations. Limousine: A number of limousine companies provide transport to/from the airport and must be pre-arranged; a full list of providers is available on the airport’s website. Van: Door-to-door vans provide services between the airport and various destinations in San Francisco and surrounds; vans are available on a walk-up basis until 2300 and pick-up is outside the Departures levels of all terminals. Bus: SamTrans buses run from the terminals to destinations in San Mateo County and parts of San Francisco and Palo Alto, 24 hours. For further ground transportation information, visit the airport information booths or call the Bay Area Transit information line (tel: 511; website: www.511.org).
Information and Help Desks
Airport information booths are located on the Arrivals level of all terminals; staff can translate over 166 languages (tel: 650 821 8211). Computerised information kiosks are available at the desks 24 hours a day. Travelers Aid kiosks are located on the Departures levels of all terminals (tel: 650 821 2735). They are open daily 0800-2000.
Airport Facilities
Money and communications: ATMs are available in all terminals and boarding lounges. There is a full service bank in Terminal 3, as well as a self-service postal centre. Bureaux de change and automated currency exchange machines are located throughout the International Terminal. Telephones equipped with data ports are located throughout the terminals. Wireless Internet is available. Mobile telephones can be hired. Eating and drinking: There are various bars, cafés and restaurants in each terminal. Shopping: Four duty-free shops are located in the International Terminal. There is a duty-free kiosk in Terminal 1, boarding area B. Other shops include gift shops, newsagents, bookshops, clothing and accessories stores, sweet shops, toy shops and cosmetic and toiletries shops. Luggage: There is a lost property office on the Arrivals level of Terminal 1 (tel: 650 821 7014). Trolleys are available for a fee throughout the terminals. Left-luggage is available at the Airport Travel Agency, in the International Terminal. Other facilities: These include a medical centre, nurseries and a meditation room.
Conference and Business Facilities
The Turpen Aviation Museum, in the International Terminal (tel: 650 821 9911), is available for hosting private functions, accommodating up to 250 delegates, with catering and equipment available. The Airport Travel Agency (tel: 650 877 0422), also in the International Terminal, provides fax and photocopying services.
Disabled Facilities
The airport is physically accessible and airline employees can assist passengers with disabilities before departure or upon arrival; passengers requiring wheelchairs should contact their airline prior to travel. There are TDD/TTY phones throughout the airport for hearing-impaired travellers. Reserved car parking is also available in all car parks (tel: 650 821 7900); the shuttle bus from the long-term car park is equipped with a lift. Ramp-accessible taxis are available. SamTrans buses and the Caltrain shuttle are wheelchair accessible. So are all BART stations.
Airport Hotels
Hotels located very near the airport include the Holiday Inn San Francisco International Airport North (tel: 650 873 3550), Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport (tel: 650 347 1234), San Francisco Airport Marriott (tel: 650 692 9100) and the Sheraton Gateway Airport (tel: 650 340 8500). Courtesy telephones for hotel reservations are located on the Arrivals levels of all terminals.
City
San Francisco
Full Airport Name
San Francisco International Airport
State or Province
California
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