<1 Day>【San Francisco Redwood Forest】Steam Train + Abalone Farm + Santa Cruz Wharf One-Day Tour, All Nearby Hidden Gems Included (Group of 2 Guaranteed Departure)

Tour Highlights ⭐ Picturesque scenery: California coastline + majestic mountain views + redwood forest ⭐ Instagram-worthy shots: steam train + colorful houses In the morning, head to Roaring Camp, a hidden gem nestled in the California Coastal Range. Board a vintage steam train and journey through an authentic Wild West village into the heart of ancient redwood forests—an experience you'll cherish for a lifetime! Next, visit the Santa Cruz Wharf. Take a leisurely stroll along the wharf and enjoy stunning views of the California coast. Then proceed to a nearby abalone farm where you can observe abalone farming up close and even purchase fresh, delicious abalone at very affordable prices. Then, head to one of the most photogenic网红 spots—The Painted Cottages. As evening approaches, return to the San Francisco Bay Area. Itinerary: San Francisco → Redwood Forest Steam Train (ticket included, 45 minutes) → Santa Cruz Wharf (60 minutes) → The Painted Cottages (30 minutes) → San Francisco 📌 Redwood Forest Steam Train Ride a historic steam locomotive through towering redwood trees. Towering trunks, fragrant foliage, and twisted branches tell the story of centuries-old forests. While maglev trains and highways dominate modern travel, this ride offers a nostalgic journey on a classic narrow-gauge steam train. 📌 Santa Cruz Wharf Located about 72 miles south of San Francisco in Northern California, this famous resort destination features beautiful ocean views, dramatic mountains, and redwood forests. The wharf includes restaurants, gift shops, and opportunities to spot sea lions and enjoy scenic coastal vistas. 📌 The Painted Cottages A popular photo spot near Santa Cruz, these brightly colored cottages line up in a row, mostly used as vacation homes. With their warm, fairy-tale charm, they make perfect backdrops for Instagram-style photos with just a quick snap. 📌 Roaring Camp Roaring Camp evokes vivid imagery from literary tales, immersing visitors in its thematic world and allowing them to experience the lifestyle of fictional characters. Walking through Roaring Camp transports guests into the storybook setting, creating the feeling of being part of the narrative. The scenery here is as enchanting as described in novels—truly breathtaking. Riding the narrow-gauge train through the forest at Roaring Camp, with giant redwoods passing closely by, promises an unforgettable adventure. Instructions How to Use Departure Time and Location Cost Details What's Included 1. Transportation (vehicle type determined by group size on the day); 2. Chinese-speaking staff (driver/guide/driver-guide); 3. Admission ticket to the Redwood Forest steam train. * Same price for children and adults What's Not Included 1. Meals; 2. Service fee (USD $15 per person per day; children and infants occupying a seat pay the full adult rate); 3. Any personal expenses not mentioned above; 4. Children under 8 must use a safety seat. We offer rental service at $10.00 per person per day. Please indicate your need during booking so we can prepare in advance. Guests who fail to notify us beforehand will be responsible for any fines incurred due to non-compliance. If a coach is arranged on the day without the need for a safety seat, the fee will be refunded. Booking Notes Booking Information 1. Minors or children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. 2. Guests must purchase tickets through the tour guide; self-brought tickets or City Passes are not accepted. Attraction admission fees and meal costs may change due to official last-minute notifications, and prices will follow the rates posted on-site that day. 3. We reserve the right to adjust the itinerary order appropriately to ensure smooth operations, but no scheduled attractions will be reduced. 4. During the actual tour, guides or drivers may adjust the visiting order, duration, or assembly times based on weather, traffic, or other conditions to ensure smooth progress. 5. If an attraction is temporarily closed or closed for holidays, making visits impossible, the guide will adjust accordingly by offering exterior viewing or substituting another site to maintain tour richness. 6. For operational convenience, we reserve the right to transfer passengers from one vehicle to another during the trip and assign different guides or drivers. 7. This is a group activity. If you choose to leave the group mid-tour, please inform and obtain the guide’s consent in advance, sign a release form, and any uncompleted portion will be considered voluntarily waived with no refund. 8. Complimentary items included in the itinerary will not be refunded if unavailable due to force majeure (e.g., transportation, weather), or if missed due to personal reasons. Thank you for your understanding. 9. Pets and animals are strictly prohibited on all tours. Special Reminders 1. Credit Card Payment Reminder: * If you choose to pay in USD via credit card and later cancel your reservation for a full refund, a 3% credit card processing fee of the total order amount will apply. 2. If you plan to book flights, we recommend doing so only after receiving our tour confirmation email. Tour confirmations are typically issued within 1–2 business days. Please schedule your flight and itinerary accordingly to avoid missing your flight. Arrive at the airport at least two hours before departure to avoid delays in check-in. 3. When flying, always keep your seatbelt fastened to prevent injury during turbulence. 4. Please arrive early at the pickup location. Pickup and drop-off times are approximate. Delays may occur due to special circumstances such as weather, road construction, strikes, road closures, or vehicle issues—your understanding is appreciated. The order and content of the itinerary may be adjusted based on your departure time; please follow the guide’s arrangements on the day of the tour. 5. Unless otherwise stated, all hotel rooms are non-smoking. Smoking is strictly prohibited and may result in a penalty of $300 or more (subject to hotel policy), which the guest must bear personally. We are not responsible for such fines. Always lock your room door with the safety latch; never dry clothes over lamps; in case of fire alarm, evacuate immediately via emergency exits. Each room typically has one or two beds; for triple or quad occupancy requiring extra beds, please consult hotel front desk directly. (Some products do not support quad occupancy—refer to pricing details) 6. The group must stay together. If you wish to leave the group temporarily, prior approval from the guide is required to prevent accidents. During night-time or free time, if going out independently, please inform your guide or fellow travelers and pay extra attention to safety. Exercise caution when walking on snow-covered or steep paths. Observe all rules and notices at tourist sites, restaurants, hotels, amusement facilities, and other venues. Bring personal medications such as stomach medicine, cold medicine, motion sickness pills, and any habitual prescriptions. 7. During holidays such as Christmas, New Year, National Day, Labor Day, or long weekends, tour prices may be adjusted. Please confirm before booking. 8. Spring and Summer: Wear light, comfortable clothing and footwear. Fall and Winter: Dress warmly with heavy clothing and insulated shoes. 9. Quplay Travel Tip: To protect your personal property, we strongly recommend carrying valuables with you at all times. Do not leave valuable items unattended in buses, hotels, attractions, or restaurants. In the event of theft anywhere at any time resulting in loss, the local tour operator, driver, or guide bears no responsibility—please be aware. Guests with special health conditions (elderly, pregnant, disabled, or those with medical conditions) should only join tours if their health permits. Any sudden medical conditions or relapses caused by personal reasons will not be the responsibility of the local tour operator, driver, or guide—please acknowledge.