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Alcatraz PLUS Golden Gate Bay Cruise - Special - 2 great sightseeing adventures on the Bay.

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - 1st  reservation plus Alcatraz as a 2nd reservation©2008 Red & White

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Duration: Combo Tour - 1 hour Bay Cruise
Alcatraz - 2-3 hours on same day.

Departs from: Red and White Fleet Bay Cruise: Pier 43 1/2 Alcatraz Ferry: Pier 33

Price from:
$16.00 - $22.00 (USD)

Average rating:
Average rating: 4.5
(based on 38 reviews)

Overview

ALCATRAZ FERRY AND AUDIO TOUR COMBINED WITH A ONE HOUR GOLDEN GATE BAY CRUISE

One Stop Tour Shopping! Pay NO markup on the Alcatraz Tickets PLUS a One Hour Bay Cruise. Two great sightseeing trips on San Francisco Bay. BOOK EARLY! Alcatraz tours are often sold out over a week in advance! Former federal prison Alcatraz has become a must see activity for visitors to the Bay Area.

Cruise aboard the ferry to the infamous and notorious former federal prison - home to the likes of Al Capone, George "Machine Gun" Kelley, and Robert "The Birdman" Stroud. The National Park presents a captioned orientation video with historical footage, self-guided walks, exhibits and Ranger-interpretive talks on topics such as "Famous Escapes." Also featured is an Award-winning audio tour in the prison Cell House with actual interviews of former guards and inmates - available in six languages - English, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish.

Alcatraz is one of San Francisco's most popular visitor attractions and its tours frequently sell out a week or more in advance. Tickets are rarely available at the Box Office for same-day sailings. The tour listed below is a Combination tour. We DO NOT not sell Alcatraz tours without a 2nd tour.

COMBO ALCATRAZ FERRY AND GOLDEN GATE BAY CRUISE RATES
Rates are a combination of the published retail prices for Alcatraz Ferry and the 1 Hour Red and White Fleet Golden Gate Bay Cruise. It's easy - You book the Bay Cruise and we will book the Alcatraz as a 2nd reservation for you.
Guest Ferry & Audio Tour 1 Hour Bay Cruise YOU PAY: Combination Total 2 separate reservations and 2 credit card charges
Adult (18-61) $ 24.50 $ 22.00 $ 46.50
Senior (62+) $ 23.25 $ 22.00 $ 45.25
Juniors (12-17) $ 24.50 $ 16.00 $ 40.50
Child (5-11) $ 15.25 $ 16.00 $ 31.25
Child (Under 5) Free Free Free
INSTRUCTIONS: 1. You reserve your Bay Cruise online. 2. After we receive your Bay Cruise order we will reserve Alcatraz as a second tour on same day for you. Two reservations with two separate credit card charges.
Red and White Fleet Bay Cruise San Francisco©2008 Red & White

The Red and White Fleet one hour San Francisco Bay Cruise ® takes you out to the Golden Gate Bridge from Fisherman's Wharf. En route you will pass Fort Mason, the Marina District, St. Francis Yacht Club and the Presidio National Park.

You will pass under the Golden Gate Bridge. Great for memorable photo opportunities. Next you will cruise close to the Marin Headlands then past Angel Island and around Alcatraz. After great views of the Bay Bridge we will head back to Fisherman's Wharf along the Embarcadero and pass by the recently restored Ferry Building at the foot of Market Street.

 

Location: Red and White Fleet Bay Cruise: Pier 43 1/2 Alcatraz Ferry: Pier 33
Schedule: Golden Gate Bay Cruise Departures start at 10:00 AM
Alcatraz Ferry time will be confirmed based on availability.
            

Itinerary

Red and White Fleet Bay Cruise San Francisco Under the Golden Gate Bridge©2008 Red & White

Alcatraz Ferry and Tour Info:

After a short 10 minute ferry ride from Pier 33 across San Francisco Bay you will arrive on the infamous Alcatraz Island. The tour includes a movie of Alcatraz history and a 35 minute audio headset tour of an Alcatraz cell block. This audio tour is available in 6 languages: English, French, German, Italian, Japanese and Spanish.

To reach the Cell House, you must walk up a steep hill. In addition to the famous prison, Alcatraz features some of the most spectacular views of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge from the beautifully landscaped Agave Trail.

Please note that the walk to the Alcatraz Cellhouse is on steep, uneven pavement. SEAT (Sustainable Easy Access Transport) is available for wheelchair users and visitors unable to walk to quarter mile, 12% upgrade. No animals (except certified service animals) are allowed on Alcatraz Island.

After the tour there is time to visit the Alcatraz Museum, the bookshop and explore the island. Stay as long as you like ferries depart every 1/2 hour back to San Francisco.

Average time spent on Alcatraz is 1 1/2 - 3 hours.

Alcatraz Cruises provides the Alcatraz ferry and tickets for the Cellhouse audio tour portion of this combination ticket. Alcatraz is part of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Alcatraz Cruises is a concessionaire of the National Park Service.

Red and White Fleet Bay Cruise Sightseeing and Highlights Include:

Award Wining Audio Tour available in Japanese, Mandarin, German, French, Spanish and English.

Sit back, relax and enjoy a one-hour narrated tour of San Francisco Bay. Sail under the Golden Gate Bridge, around Alcatraz and past the city skyline.

Have lunch or a light snack on board, while you enjoy the sights of the bay. Cocktails, wine, draft beer, soft drinks, hot dogs, popcorn, and more are available at our full service snack bar.

            

Prices

Golden Gate Bay Cruise - 1st reservation plus Alcatraz as a 2nd reservation
Golden Gate Bay Cruise Departures start at 10:00 AM
Alcatraz Ferry time will be confirmed based on availability.

Duration:
Combo Tour - 1 hour Bay Cruise
Alcatraz - 2-3 hours on same day.

Regular PriceDiscountInternet Price
Bay Cruise Adult$22.00$22.00
Bay Cruise Junior(12-17)$16.00$16.00
Bay Cruise Child(5-11)$16.00$16.00
Bay Cruise Senior(62+)$22.00$22.00

You reserve the One Hour Golden Gate Bay Cruise. We will book the Alcatraz Ferry Tickets for you as a second reservation and credit card charge.

Bay Cruise Tickets are good for up to 3 months Any time, any day! Alcatraz Ferry Ticket will be for a specific date and time only.

Tours in 6 Languages
            

Availability Updates

ALCATRAZ TICKET AVAILABILITY:

Remember: Reserve weekend Alcatraz tickets at least 10-14 days in advance. Maximum 8 tickets per order.

BOOK ALCATRAZ EARLY TO GET BEST DEPARTURE TIMES

Very limited tickets are available for April weekends.

All Spring weekend cruises will sell out very early. Book Now to get best departure times!

Alcatraz Cruises depart from PIER 33.

Please indicate on the comments section of the order form if you want your Alcatraz tickets on a later or earlier day or a specific time.

The Alcatraz Ferry operates year round. Reservations are limited to 8 tickets and are available for purchase for the next 60 days. If you book 60 or more days in advance we will process your Bay Cruise reservation now and hold and book the Alcatraz ferry as the dates are released to the public. The Alcatraz Ferry departs from PIER 33

By ordering this combination tour your authorize "TourCorp" to purchase Alcatraz Ferry tickets from Alcatraz Cruises.

Current rates for the Day Alcatraz Ferry and Audio Tour: $ 24.75 for Adult (12-61), $ 23.25 for Seniors (62+) and $ 15.25 for Children (5-11). Night Alcatraz Ferry and Tour Rates: Adult (18-61) $ 31.50:, Junior (12-17) $ 30.50: Senior (62+)$ 29.25: Child (5-11) $18.75.

Limited tickets for Night Alcatraz Tours are available May 5-June 10 Weekends only, June 15-September 3 Daily, September 8-September 30 Weekends only. Departures 6:10 PM or 6:40 PM. Please indicate if you want a Night Tour on your order. If Night tours are unavailable a day Alcatraz tour if available will be reserved for you automatically.

INSTRUCTIONS: We will book your Alcatraz ticket for you upon receipt of your Combination Bay Cruise order. You will receive two travel vouchers and two separate credit card charges.

ALL ALCATRAZ SALES ARE FINAL The National Park Pass is not applicable to the Alcatraz Tour. No exchanges, refunds or cancellations.

            

Other Info

Red and White Fleet Bay Cruises San Francisco©2008 Red & White

Red and White Fleet Bay Cruise - Departure Dates and Times:

Frequent Daily Departures starting at 10:00 AM - Closed Christmas - See Schedule Below

Alcatraz Ferry and Audio Tour Tickets will be reserved for you the same day as your Bay Cruise request. Red and White Fleet DOES NOT offer reservations for specific cruise times.

This Red and White Fleet Bay Cruise rate does not apply to KFOG Kaboom, New Years Eve and 4th of July Fireworks Cruises. Special rates and cruises are available direct from cruises operators on those dates.

Bay Cruise Departure Point:

Red and White Bay Cruises depart from from PIER 43 1/2 in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf. At the foot of Taylor Street - Near the Fisherman's Wharf sign. Paid parking lots and very limited metered street parking is available. Map To Pier 43 1/2 Location.

Pier 43½ Location Map

Children, Juniors and Seniors:
Children 5-11, Juniors 12-17. Adults 18-61, Seniors 62+.

Payment: Payment in advance by major credit card; Visa, American Express, Mastercard, or Discover Card.

Confirmation & Travel Vouchers
For every confirmed booking you will receive 2 e-mails with your E-Ticket Vouchers - when both parts of your combo tour booking are confirmed.
Please present the 1st E-Ticket voucher at the Red and White Fleet Box Office at PIER 43 1/2 for your 1 Hour Bay Cruise.

The 2nd email will be your reservation for the Alcatraz Ferry. Red and White Fleet DOES NOT offer reservations for specific cruise times. Your Alcatraz Ferry Ticket WILL BE for a specific time.

Alcatraz Tickets are held at Pre-Paid Will Call:

Your Alcatraz boarding tickets will be held at will call at Alcatraz Cruises on PIER 33.
When you present your Alcatraz cruise voucher, picture ID and credit card used on the reservation transaction the boarding tickets are printed. Be sure to show up 30 to 45 minutes before your Alcatraz cruise! Tickets may not be picked up prior to the tour date. Map to Pier 33 Location.

2008 BAY CRUISE SAILING SCHEDULE

2008 Winter 2008 Spring/Fall 2008 Summer
Jan 1-Apr 2
& Oct 20-Dec 31
Apr 3-May 20
& Sep 2-Oct 19
May 21-Sept 1
10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM
10:45 AM* 10:45 AM 10:45 AM*
11:15 AM 11:15 AM 11:15 AM
12:00 PM 12:00 PM 12:00 PM
  12:30 PM* 12:30 PM
1:15 PM 1:15 PM 1:15 PM
1:45 PM 1:45 PM 1:45 PM
2:30 PM 2:30 PM 2:30 PM
3:00 PM 3:00 PM 3:00 PM
3:45 PM 3:45 PM 3:45 PM
4:15 PM* 4:15 PM 4:15 PM
  5:00 PM* 5:00 PM
    5:30 PM
    6:15 PM
* Weekends Only

For our full terms, conditions and F.A.Q. please follow this link


            

Booking Information

Alcatraz Guard Tower©2002 B. Huber

This combination tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date. Your Bay Cruise and Alcatraz confirmations will be received within 12-24 hours subject to Alcatraz availability.

Recommended for all tours in San Francisco: Comfortable shoes and a extra layer of warm clothing.

Weather permitting. If seasonal fog obscures the view, tour route may be altered.

Meals, Gratuities and Souvenirs are not included.

This Bay Cruise rate does not apply to KFOG Kaboom, New Years Eve and 4th of July Fireworks Cruises. Special rates and cruises are available direct from cruises operators on those dates.

Red and White Fleet and TourCorp assume no responsibility for delays caused by accidents, breakdown, bad conditions of the road and other conditions beyond control, in addition to insufficient numbers.

Cancellation Policy:

IMPORTANT: ALCATRAZ FERRY AND AUDIO TOUR: ALL ALCATRAZ SALES ARE FINAL The National Park Pass is not applicable to the Alcatraz Tour. No exchanges, refunds or cancellations. You may purchase up to 14 tickets on the web. Alcatraz is a National Park and does not offer any refunds or discounts.

IMPORTANT: 1 HOUR BAY CRUISE:

Tickets cannot be canceled. No refunds are available. Tickets are good for up to 3 months Any time, any Red and White Fleet Bay cruise! Red and White Fleet DOES NOT offer reservations for specific cruise times.

            

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