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Spend 6 days hiking the spectacular California coast at Point Reyes
Explore all the most beautiful hikes that Point Reyes National Seashore has to offer.
Look for wildlife during your hikes, especially for elk at Tomales Point.
Hike the gorgeous coastline to the dramatic tidal Alamere Falls.
Discover the beautiful beaches and the rugged cliffs of the Pacific Coast.
Discover the beauty of Point Reyes National Seashore on this unforgettable 6 day guided hiking tour. You’ll explore the rugged northern California coastline on daily hikes while staying at one central hotel so that you never have to re-pack!
Your expert guide will take you through lush forests, along the rocky coastal cliffs, and to gorgeous stretches of sandy beach. You’ll love the spectacular views and the fresh salty air, and you’ll have the chance to meet local birds, sea lions, and tide pool critters. For an active exploration of the California coast, the Point Reyes Hiking Tour can’t be beaten!
Discover the beauty of Point Reyes National Seashore on this unforgettable 6 day guided hiking tour. You’ll explore the rugged northern California coastline on daily hikes while staying at one central hotel so that you never have to re-pack!
Your expert guide will take you through lush forests, along the rocky coastal cliffs, and to gorgeous stretches of sandy beach. You’ll love the spectacular views and the fresh salty air, and you’ll have the chance to meet local birds, sea lions, and tide pool critters. For an active exploration of the California coast, the Point Reyes Hiking Tour can’t be beaten!
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Point Reyes Hiking Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Point Reyes
You’ll meet the group at a San Francisco hotel meeting point to begin the tour. A shuttle will take you to Point Reyes. On your way, you’ll make a stop to walk across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, a must-do for anyone visiting the Bay Area.
When you arrive at the Point Reyes Visitor Center, you’ll hike the short trails that branch out from there and visit Limantour Beach, a wide stretch of sand flanked by green hills.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Inverness
Distance: 6 miles
Meals: Lunch, dinner
Day 2 Walk the Estero Trail
Today you’ll hike through the rolling hills on the Estero Trail. Enjoy the scenic coastline as you walk towards Drake’s Head, where you’ll be treated to sky-high views across the water.
Upon return, enjoy the beach for the evening.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Inverness
Distance: 9.5 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 3 Hike to Arch Rock Beach
Start your day with a leisurely walk on the Meadow Trail. In the afternoon you’ll follow the Sky Trail through the woods to the coast and visit the incredible naturally formed arch at Arch Rock Beach. It’s a perfect photo op!
Return inland on the Bear Valley Trail and spend the night relaxing to the sound of the waves.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Inverness
Distance: 9 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 4 Coastal Trail Walk
You’ll begin your hike today from the Palomarin Trailhead, walking the stunning Coastal Trail. Your destination is Alamere Falls, where you’ll witness the water cascading down the cliffs into the Pacific.
After the day’s adventures, head back and enjoy dinner with the group.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Inverness
Distance: 11.5 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 5 Tomales Point Hike
The hike to Tomales Point offers incredible views of the bay on a clear day. It’s also a great walk for wildlife viewing, as the local elk love this protected area.
Enjoy the scenery (and elk, hopefully) before spending the night at your leisure.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Inverness
Distance: 9 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Day 6 Final Hike and Return to San Francisco
Your tour finishes with a spectacular hike to Chimney Rock. You’ll also visit the scenic Point Reyes Lighthouse before the shuttle brings you back to San Francisco. Enjoy your memories and photos from this trip for many years to come!
Overnight Location: Hotel in Inverness
Distance: 6 miles
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Point Reyes Hiking Tour Price and Dates
This guided hiking tour of Point Reyes is run as a fixed-departure tour where you’d be joining a group, however, custom private tours can be organized for those willing to travel with their group only (please contact us with your preferred date and the number of people in your group and we will create the itinerary just for you).The prices below are per person:
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Accommodation on the Point Reyes Hiking Tour
This tour is based on 3-star hotel accommodations. The hotel offers comfortable rooms in a stunning seaside location.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement of USD450 to have a private room where possible. The price for solo travelers includes the required supplement.
What’s Included in the Point Reyes Hiking Tour?
Meals
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners and are included.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 5 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour in San Francisco are not included. Please note that this tour begins early and finishes in the late afternoon, so you may wish to add hotel nights in San Francisco to accommodate your flight times.
Transportation during the Tour
Transport for you and your luggage is included as outlined in the itinerary. Round-trip transportation between San Francisco and Point Reyes is included at the beginning and end of the tour.
Also Included
- English-speaking guide
- Van shuttle
- Park entrance fees if applicable
- Trail maps and narratives
Not included
- Travel insurance
- Flights to and from San Francisco
- Tourist taxes if applicable
- Visas if required
- Personal equipment
- Melas, drinks, or snacks not previously mentioned
- Fees not mentioned as included
- Gratuities for guides, drivers, servers, or hotel staff if desired
Optional Extras
- Single occupancy upgrades
- Any additional nights before or after the tour
- How hard is the Point Reyes Hiking Tour?
- Do I need to tip my tour guides?
- Do I need a visa to travel to the United States of America?
- Are meals included on the Point Reyes Hiking Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to San Francisco to start this tour?
- Is the Point Reyes Hiking Tour guided?
- Where does the Point Reyes Hiking Tour end?
- Is the Point Reyes Hiking Tour family-friendly?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to the United States of America?
- Are there any travel restrictions for the United States of America?
- When is the best time to travel to the United States for this tour?
We rate this tour as a 3/5. You’ll need to be comfortable walking up to 11.5 miles per day on mostly moderate trails. No technical experience is required, but active hikers will get the most out of this tour.
Tipping in the United States of America is customary, but much appreciated. It is recommended to tip 10-20% for exceptional service.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners and are included in this tour. Please note that your non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages are not included.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover hiking. Get your Travel Insurance.
You can fly to the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). You will be picked up to begin the tour.
Yes, you will have an English-speaking guide for the duration of the tour.
This tour ends with a drop-off in San Francisco, California, either at your airport or hotel.
Yes, this tour welcomes families with children 14 years old and up. Children should be comfortable completing all included hikes.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
The best time to travel to northern California for this tour is April through September. The group tour is available in April.
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Over the last 38 years, our adventure experts have crafted unique itineraries consisting of only the best routes and trails. We are all about striking the perfect balance of challenge, discovery, and tons of fun! Our epic tours include visits to 35 different national parks, and we take great pride in introducing our guests to some of the wildest and most beautiful areas in North America, like Glacier, Yosemite, Acadia, Big Bend, and so much more!
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