Pop Up Wedding & VW Bus Photo Tour
Did you leave your heart in San Francisco? Do you want to?
If you said YES, then let's adventure! Do you like your cities a bit quirky, with a great view and never, ever boring? Then maybe you want to get married and take the magical mystery tour.We combine a photo tour on a vintage VW bus with a pop up wedding. Why? Because we're San Francisco baby!
I've planned and photographed a lot of weddings, so if I had to play wedding psychic (putting on my gold turban and getting out my tarot cards) I'd predict that you're super excited about your wedding, a bit overwhelmed with planning it all, and really hoping for something magical? We’re here to take the weight off your shoulders so you can relax and just enjoy being engaged.
We're all about creating fun and exciting elopement and micro wedding experiences. That’s right, experiences. Studies show that people get more satisfaction out of having experience over buying expensive items. We offer packages that include a three hour photo bus tour, an authentic officiant, wedding photography and video.
We're dedicated to producing easy and authentic San Francisco adventure wedding experiences, with a little adventure and a lot of style.We have an exclusive partnership with the Painted Ladies Tour Company, owners of seven fully restored vintage VW Buses to take you on a magical mystery photography tour and have your pop up wedding ceremony. You'll dig our groovy city and by the time we drop you off, you will have had a beautiful wedding and a great time.
NEW PACKAGE FOR 2023!
The Redwood Forrest Wedding Express $2348
Enjoy the unforgettable experience of a wild ride across the Golden Gate Bridge in a vintage VW Bus to your dream wedding.
A Pop-Up Wedding and Photo Tour Experience ● Planning and Location Consultation With Rachel ● Instructions on obtaining your California State marriage License-We can file it for you ● All edited images delivered by an online gallery ● Posing Guidance Included ● You own the rights and can download your edited Hi-Res images.
This Package is Four Hours Total from San Francisco or Marin pick-up to drop-off.
You may have a total of six guests (including the two of you) plus a photographer onboard.
One professional wedding photographer
A wedding officiant and enactment of the ceremony
A dedicated wedding planner (Rachel) and virtual bridal team coordinator (Leza)
You may have your pop-up wedding at any of the stops on your tour. (Muir Woods has restrictions, please ask us).
Possible locations:
Muir Beach-Beautiful waves and sand
Muir Woods Redwood Forest-Wedding photography in the Redwoods
Muir Beach Overlook-Stunning coastal cliffs
Marin Headlands+Hawk Hill -Views of Golden Gate Bridge from above
Ask About Adding a Luxury Picnic!
Let’s Get Married In San Francisco! $1,674
A Pop Up Wedding and Photo Tour Experience ● Wedding planning and location consultation with Rachel ● Instruction on obtaining your marriage license - we will file it for you ● All edited images are delivered by an online gallery ● You own the rights and can download your images ● Get it done and have some fun!
Three Hour Photo Tour and Pop Up Wedding
A dedicated wedding planner (Rachel) and virtual bridal team coordinator (Leza)
Your vintage VW Bus will pick you up from San Francisco accommodations or San Francisco City Hall - bus tours start at 9am, 10am, 1pm, and 2pm
Your party may include a total of six guests on the bus, but you are welcome to have other guests present for your pop up wedding ceremony
Professional officiant and enactment of ceremony- we're happy to be your witness
If you wish to add a trip to Muir Woods Redwood Forest, you MUST add a FOURTH HOUR to your VW Bus Tour (to be paid to them directly).
California Dreaming $1,974
A Pop Up Wedding and Photo Tour Experience ● Wedding planning and location consultation with Rachel ● Instruction on obtaining your marriage license - we will file it for you ● All edited images are delivered by an online gallery ● You own the rights and can download your images ● Perfect for couples who want to have more guests at their pop up wedding and more time for family and couples photos at their ceremony site●
This package is FOUR hours TOTAL: One hour at a set ceremony location and a three hour photo tour
Your pop up wedding can be the first or last hour of this package
Your vintage VW Bus will pick you up from your San Francisco accommodations or San Francisco City Hall, OR your pop of wedding location if that's what you choose to do first - bus tours start at 9am, 10am, 1pm and 2pm
Your party may include a total of six guests on the bus, but you are welcome to have other guests present for your pop up wedding ceremony
Professional officiant and enactment of ceremony- we're happy to be your witness
A dedicated wedding planner (Rachel) and virtual bridal team coordinator (Leza)
If you wish to add a trip to Muir Woods Redwood Forest, you MUST add a FOURTH HOUR to your VW Bus Tour (to be paid to them directly).
Summer Of Love $2,247
A Pop-Up Wedding and Photo Tour Experience ● Wedding planning and location consultation with Rachel ● Instruction on obtaining your marriage license - we will file it for you ● All edited images are delivered by an online gallery ● You own the rights and can download your images ● Perfect if you're going to spend the first two hours at SF City Hall or another location with a lot to cover, like the Palace Of Fine Arts, or Muir Woods ● You really love photography? We do too!●
This package is five hours total.
Your Vintage VW Bus will meet you at the location of your choice to begin your THREE HOUR TOUR- bus tours start at 9 am, 10 am, 1 pm, and 2 pm.
Your party may include a total of six guests on the bus, but you are welcome to have other guests present for your pop-up wedding ceremony.
Professional officiant and enactment of ceremony- we're happy to be your witness.
A dedicated wedding planner (Rachel) and virtual bridal team coordinator (Leza)
If you wish to add a trip to Muir Woods Redwood Forest, you MUST add a FOURTH HOUR to your VW Bus Tour (to be paid to them directly).
Groovy Extras
Cake & Bubbly $250
For Two People. Quotes available for larger groups
Includes 1 bottle of champagne + extra bottle for fun champagne spray photo and video
Small table, cake stand, cake cutting set, cute cake topper, pretty plates, champagne flutes and utensils included. We set up and clean up. Honeymoon doggy bag of your cake to enjoy again later
Bridal Bouquets + Boutonniere
Bridal Bouquet and boutonniere in your choice of colors (Medium Bouquet) $280
Bridal Bouquet Upgrade, in your choice of colors (Larger Bouquet, Premium Flowers) $320
Extra Photography + Video
One hour of extra photography is $300. Great for getting ready coverage
Wedding Video is $600 for the first 2 hours; $300 per hour for additional hours.
Hair + Makeup
Our mobile beauty squad comes right to you for wedding day glam!
Bride’s hair and makeup $350
Additional members of your bridal party will be $275 each.
Men’s hair and touch-up makeup $50
FAQ
01. I bought an expensive wedding gown, because we had a big event planned. Now that we're eloping, should I buy something more casual?
If you love that fancy dress, then by all means that's exactly what you should wear! The historic buildings and rugged coastline are the perfect setting for a formal gown. A lot of high fashion magazines and online content are photographed right here, and you're going to look beautiful.
A lot of couples come into our events feeling like "this isn't a real wedding" and as the day rolls on, they realize that their tiny wedding was the perfect wedding experience and dressing up felt right.
However, if you're casual by nature, then that's the way to go. The most important rule to follow is to wear what makes you feel like the best version of yourself, confident and filled with joy.
02. How does your hair and make up team work?
We have companies and artists that we have worked with for years. You can book your hair and make up right along with the rest of your package, and have one less thing on your to-do list. Our mobile pros will come to your home or hotel so you can step out the door 100% confident and ready for your wedding day. In some locations outside of the Bay Area there can be a travel fee, and we'll let you know up front if there is. Often we'll ask you to text your artist a photograph or your face and the look you want ahead of time, so everyone is clear on what to expect. Normally we send one artist to do both hair and make up.
03. How do we know where to go on our wedding photo tour? Is there an itinerary?
I'm going to go over what's most exciting to you as far as ceremony and photography locations either by phone or email. I will tell you what the most popular locations are and why couples love them. I'll also be able to give you the pros and cons, for your group's specific needs. For example if you have guests with mobility issues, I will know to keep you on solid ground that your whole party can enjoy. If you have littles with you and need access to snacks and restrooms, we've got you covered. These are the types of things we'll go over in our planning consultation along with any other questions or concerns.
If the area that you think you want to have your ceremony in is completely new to you, don't worry. I have tons of gorgeous online photo galleries of all of our locations that I will email directly to you. It's important to me that you feel excited about your itinerary, and look forward to your wedding day.
04. Who will marry us?
We've worked with Konrad for many, many years now and as an independent professional member of the clergy, he comes with a deep knowledge and education in religion, and is well versed in a multitude of religious ceremonies and customs. He has a laid back professional demeanor and while thoroughly professional, he's also very compassionate and open minded. All rituals, faiths and orientations are welcome with open arms.
That said, I got ordained! If there's an emergency, I can stand in for Konrad, or if you feel you'd like to be married by a female officiant. In that case, I'd probably have a team member step in as your photographer.
05. Can we bring our own bubbly?
Yes! You can bring a bottle or if you decide to upgrade and add the cake and champagne option to your package, I'll bring everything for set up and clean up as well. The bus has a food and beverage license so it's legit.
06. Can we book videography through you?
Absolutely! Our videographers are incredible and I cry happy tears every single time I see their work. Because you're having a smaller wedding with us, video is the perfect way to include everyone in your special day, no matter where they are.
07. We've never been to San Francisco, we need help with ...everything! Can you suggest restaurants and things to do?
There's nothing I love more than showing off our magnificent city, while helping you plan a beautiful wedding. I'm happy to suggest hotels, restaurants and fun things to do while you're here. Want to rent a classic car? Take day trips? Find some amazing vineyards or unique local experiences? Whatever it is, we've probably tried it and can give you the scoop. If not, we love to research and discover new things ourselves.
08. What if it rains?
I think this has been the most frequently asked question since I started photographing and planning weddings! The San Francisco Bay Area is really dry for a good part of the year, but if you're having a winter wedding, showers could happen. But, I am SO good at creating new wedding plans on the fly, it might actually be my secret talent. I'm going to make sure you LOVE your wedding location and pictures, even if it's not where you originally planned.
I also have a collection of very nice umbrellas that make atmospheric images truly romantic. I have a huge red umbrella and a large clear umbrella that I brought back from our trip to Japan. (Apparently clear umbrellas are the only ones they sell there!)
In the event of a truly intense storm, there is no charge to reschedule as long as you select a day we have availability.