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San Francisco Vista Helicopter Tour

San Francisco Vista Helicopter Tour

4 stars based on 9 reviews

Duration: 15-20 minutes (approx.)

Departs from: San Francisco, California

Product code: 3538VISTA

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My son and I loved flying under the Golden Gate Bridge.  Read more ›

Anonymous, United States, April 2008

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After enjoying a land perspective on the coach/van ride to the helicopter, you will board a Bell Jet Helicopter and begin your exciting adventure of San Francisco from the sky. Musical background accompanies your flight, along with spontaneous narration by your professionally trained pilot. View the hills of San Francisco, the city skyline and other Bay area communities from a distance. On this 60 kilometer flight (15-20 minutes), take in the major highlights and well-known landmarks of San Francisco such as the Ferry Building, Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges. So come and admire the view!

Schedule Details

San Francisco Vista Helicopter Tour

Flying over Alcatraz Island

Departure Dates:

Daily

Unavailable Dates:

  • January 1 (New Year's Day)
  • July 4 (Independence Day)
  • November 22, 2007 / November 27, 2008 (Thanksgiving Day)
  • December 25 (Christmas Day)

Departure Point:
Pick-up is provided from the following pick-up locations; Pier 39, Fairmont Hotel and Hilton Hotel.
Tour then departs from the Executive Terminal at San Francisco International Airport or Sausalito Heliport.
Departure Time:
    Flight Times:
    • 10:30am
    • 1:00pm
    • 3:30pm

    Pickup times are approximately 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure times.
Return details:
You will be returned to your original pick-up location.
Hotel Pickup:
    Pick-up service is provided from the following designated pick-up locations; Pier 39 (at the taxi stand in front of Hard Rock Café, for all passengers staying in Fisherman's Wharf Hotels), Fairmont Hotel (front entrance on Mason St, for all passengers staying in Nob Hill and Financial District, and Hilton Hotel (Mason St side at the corner of Ellis, for all passengers staying in Union Square and So. Of Market. Please advise which hotel you are staying at and which location you require pick-up from at time of booking, and call 48 hours prior to reconfirm your tour and hotel pick-up time.

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San Francisco Vista Helicopter Tour
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    • Child prices are applicable for children aged 2-12 years
    • Infants under 2 years of age are free of charge but must be seated on an adult's lap
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Additional Information

San Francisco Vista Helicopter Tour

San Francisco Vista Helicopter Tour

Inclusions:
    • San Francisco pick-up
    • Helicopter flight with tour narration
    Exclusions:
    • Gratuities (optional)
    • Meals and Beverages
    • Souvenirs
    Additional Info:

      • This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date
      • Confirmation of this tour will be received at time of booking
      • Minimum of 2 passengers required per flight
      • All of the Bell Jet Helicopters are maintained by Bell Factory Approved Mechanics and are flown by Bell Trained, FAA licensed pilots
      • All flights are taken in quiet, smooth and reliable Bell Jet helicopters seating 4 or 6 passengers
      • Recommended: Comfortable shoes and a extra layer of warm clothing
      • All items carried onboard are subject to search. Large bags and backpacks are discouraged
      • Weather permitting. If seasonal fog obscures the view, tour route may be altered
      • Prior to your travel date, all passenger heights, weights and contact details MUST be advised. If you do not indicate this at the time of booking, you will be required to call the tour operator and advise them of this information directly. The contact details will be on your voucher once you have a confirmed booking.

    Local Operator Information:

    Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.