Muir Woods-Sausalito-Tiburon Tour Muir Woods is about 16 miles north of San Francisco. It was delcared a National Monument in 1908 by President Roosevelt. It has 560 acres of forest and 6 miles of trails. It is also a biologically rich ecosystem with many plants and animals. The vast redwoods dominate the forest. Some of the giant red sequoias can grow up to 312 feet tall. The tallest tree in this forest is in the Cathedral Grove and is about 252 feet tall and 14 feet wide. Sausalito Sausalito is a Mediterranean - like town perched on the hillside with magnificent panoramas of the San Francisco Bay. The town was an enclave for artists and writers and has numerous art studios and galleries, boutique shops, and fabulous waterfront restaurants. Like San Francisco, Sausalito has a colorful history of its own. During prohibition, it was a hub for bootleggers transporting Canadian whiskey. It also boasts one of the largest marinas in the Bay Area. Tiburon Tiburon was the end of the railroads from Eureka to San Francisco during the lumber trade before the WWII. The Ark Row shops (which look like giant doll Houses) circa 1800 have been preserved as a monument to this rich heritage. Muir Woods, Mt. Tamalpais, Sausalito, Pacific Coast Highway Mt. Tamalpais is about 6,000 ft above sea level with stunning views of the San Francisco Bay. Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature. Muir Woods - Point Bonita The Point Bonita lighthouse was the first lighthouse in the West coast from the 1700's and is still operational. The rugged rock structure is a replica of the dramatic Monterey coastline with stunning views of San Francisco and its Bay, the Presidio, plus surrounding neighborhoods. Filoli Dynasty Mansion Tour The Filoli Mansion was built by Willis Polk for William and Agnus Bourn who owned the Empire Gold Mines and the Spring Water Companies during the Gold Rush. This Georgian-style mansion reflects the Golden Age of Californian history free from conventional wisdom. It is the only remaining example of the 20th century estate gardens in California and is filled with 17th and 18th century furnishings. The mansion is 36,000 square feet, and has 43 rooms, 17 fireplaces, arched windows, French doors. Flemish blond exterior, and Spanish tile roof with 17 to 24 foot high ceilings in some of the rooms. The house is surrounded by 654 acres of oak, madrone and redwood forests. There are several intricate formal gardens, pools, terraces, sculptures and lawns arranged between two parallel walks and has been featured in TV shows such as Dynasty, and numerous other movies. During the holidays, Filoli showcases some of the most festive decorations and floral arrangements in the Bay Area. Shopping Tour (please contact us for a quote) Designer and professional apparel at discounts.  Personal shoppers available on request. Silicon Valley Tours The future competitiveness of the country depends upon continuing innovations in the development and use of advanced technologies. Intel Museum The Intel museum is 10,000 square feet of fun, and stimulating interactive learning for children and adults. Try on a 'Bunny suit." Numerous interactive exhibits and multimedia presentations chronicle the history and technological transformations, silicon architecture and manufacturing, as well as the integration of the silicon chip into everyday devices. Intel has embraced change for over 40 years and has in turn become a world leader in the innovation and production of the silicon chip. This technology has led to the digital revolution and advanced all aspects of our lives. Tech Museum The Tech Museum of Innovation is an educational resource established to engage people of all ages and backgrounds in exploring and experiencing technologies affecting their lives, and to inspire the young to become innovators in the technologies of the future. The Tech Museum's cutting - edge 250 hand - on exhibits showcase technology functions, and the way it is changing the way we learn, work, play and live. Scientific and technological innovations have enhanced our store and application of knowledge in general. This has in turn led to cheaper, better ways to meet human needs increase productivity and global wealth. Some of the most popular permanent exhibits include; Green by Design where one experiences the design of renewable resources, and ways to incorporate innovative energy conservation concepts into daily lives. The Spirit of American Innovation exhibit honors the National Medal of Technology awards recipients for accomplishment in technological innovations. Steve Jobs of Apple and David Packard of HP, IBM are a few of the more recent innovators. Life Tech explores the integration of technology into medicine and biotechnology. Net planet focus on space explorations. Stanford University Leland Stanford was one of the four railroad barons who built the Union Pacific Railroad circa 1850's. Stanford University was established in 1891 in memory of their only son who died at 16. Consequently, the Stanfords' decided that " The children of California shall be our own". From the outset, Stanford was a co-educational, nontraditional, and non-denominational university which was unconventional at the time. The institution has always been in the forefront of producing cultured and useful students who are prepared for professional success in their chosen professions. The Herbert Hoover Tower and Pavilion contains an array of memorabilia commemorating the life and accomplishments of the 31st president of United States who was a Stanford alumnus. Lou Henry Hoover dedicated her life as first lady to work with organizations committed to the improvement of young women's lives. A vast majority of Bay Area entrepreneurs embraced Stanford's dream and helped to build Silicon Valley companies such as Google, Yahoo, EBay, Intel, Apple, HP, to name a few. For Group Tour Information, see this page. Please email us or call to make your requests