"SILICON VALLEY IS A MINDSET, NOT A LOCATION"
Reid Hoffman, founder LinkedIn
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STANFORD UNIVERSITY CAMPUS WALK
Palo Alto, California USA
During this walk, you discover the magnificent Stanford campus located in the heart of Silicon Valley. Sophie talks about the history of the university, the rise of Silicon Valley, and shares her experiences of working and living in this fantastic region.
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You will learn about the history behind the beautiful buildings, discover unique art collections, and soak up the atmosphere of one of the world's best and most beautiful universities. From the Hoover Tower, you have a fantastic view over the Bay, and on a sunny day, you can even see San Francisco.
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The Stanford Campus is a 45-minute drive from San Francisco and an ideal stop if you drive from San Francisco to Southern California, Yosemite, or Death Valley.
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The entrance fee to the Hoover Tower is included in your ticket​
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250 USD per group (maximum of six people)
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Contact me via email or WhatsApp for information or to reserve your tour. After we have agreed on a date and time, you can buy the tour in the online shop.
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San Francisco, California USA
1/2 day
WHERE OLD MEETS NEW
We start our walk in South of Market, a trendy and lively neighborhood with a rich history. It is home to the spectacular SF Moma, the green lung Yerba Buena, and exquisite dining establishments. Next, we explore the Financial District, a neighborhood where old-fashioned bank buildings and modern skyscrapers stand side by side. The area provides a great view of the city's grandeur in the 20th century and its current entrepreneurship. Along the 'Wall Street of the West,' we head toward the bustling Chinatown, a maze of alleys with delightful food stalls, grocery stores, and karaoke bars. Walking through the Dragon Gate, we enter 'La Petite France' and conclude the walk with a delicious coffee in one of the city's unique coffee houses.​
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500 USD per group (maximum of six people)
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Contact me via email or WhatsApp for information or to reserve your tour. After we have agreed on a date and time, you can buy the tour in the online shop.
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1/2 day
THE HILL HIKER
San Francisco, California USA
This vigorous walk takes you through beautiful residential areas and offers incredible views of the city and the bay.
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Starting from Union Square, we head toward Russian Hill, a picturesque residential neighborhood where you might forget you're in a city. Via the world-famous Lombard Street, we proceed to Nob Hill, a former millionaire's district known for its elegant hotels, the stately Grace Cathedral, and charming streets. After an optional stop at the Cable Car Museum, we move towards North Beach, better known as "Little Italy." Indulge yourself with a delicious Neapolitan pizza and a gelato. We'll walk off the calories on our way to Telegraph Hill with its Coit Tower. We end the walk at the Embarcadero, where we enjoy the beautiful bay views.
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This walk requires good physical condition, as we will climb some of San Francisco's steep streets and steps. Part of the walk can be substituted with a cable car ride or an Uber.
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500 USD per group (maximum of six people)
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Contact me via email or WhatsApp for information or to reserve your tour. After we have agreed on a date and time, you can buy the tour in the online shop.​
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