Take time out for a day trip into the wild beauty of Yosemite National Park from San Francisco. Enjoy the beautiful countryside and discover the raw beauty of California's most famous national park.
Highlights
- Full-day trip to Yosemite National Park from San Francisco
- Choose from a range of activities at Yosemite, including walking or relaxing at the visitors center
- 1-hour walk through Yosemite National Park
- Scenic drive through the Sierra Nevada range
- Expert guide and commentary
- Pick-up and drop-off from selected San Francisco hotels
Recent Photos of this Tour
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Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Trip
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Yosemite ValleyFrom the valley floorPhoto by: arnold93106 2012 -
Yosemite ValleyWhat a backdrop.Photo by: arnold93106 2012 -
El CapitanTaken 7/11/2010Photo by: RITA FUSA, 07 2010 -
Half DomeTaken 7/11/2010Photo by: RITA FUSA, 07 2010 -
Yosemite FallsTaken 7/11/2010Photo by: RITA FUSA, 07 2010 -
El CapitanWhat a great view!Photo by: Laura SUnited Kingdom, 07 2009 -
Bridalveil FallsA waterfall in Yosemite National ParkPhoto by: Laura SUnited Kingdom, 07 2009 -
Giant SequoiaPretty cool.Photo by: Paul LUSA, 08 2008 -
In the ValleyHere we are between Half Dome and El Capitan.Photo by: Paul HUSA, 08 2008 -
Doreen in front of Mountain ...Oh what a view!Photo by: Doreen BUSA, 07 2008 -
A monument of waterYosemite Falls, near the visitor Centre.Photo by: Marco RNetherlands, 06 2008 -
Yosemite Day TripThe trees are amazing.Photo by: Vicki PAustralia, 05 2008 -
The Tunnel ViewThe Tunnel View of Yosemite Valley.Photo by: sarah786_04 2013 -
Picture perfectEvening sets as shutterbugs capture El Capitan and the Merced River.Photo by: ErueUSA, 01 2013 -
Passing ThroughGiant SequoiaPhoto by: ErueUSA, 01 2013 -
Life in YosemiteOne happy camper...Photo by: ErueUSA, 01 2013 -
NirvanaTaking it ALL in!Photo by: ErueUSA, 12 2012 -
Yosemite Waterfallunder the waterfall in yosemite national park tour was fun and the guide was very knowlegablePhoto by: Adam N01 2012 -
Yosemite National ParkYosemite National Park in January 2012.Photo by: Alexander V01 2012 -
The Start of the Long Walk to ...Yes, that is snow!! The walk goes downhill for about a mile and is quite steep in parts. Easy on the way down but ...Photo by: Mr Jeffrey C10 2011 -
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Useful Information
Giant Sequoias, California
Your journey begins with a drive through San Joaquin Valley and into the Sierra Nevada range. In the morning, you will be driven to a giant sequoia grove (snow depth permitting), stopping along the way for a bird's-eye view of the whole valley. You can relax in the picnic area and have lunch (not included) among the giant sequoia trees.
After lunch, you will have the opportunity to go on a short one-hour hike to the falls or grab a snack at the Yosemite Lodge. You will have three to four hours to spend at Yosemite National Park, with a range of activities to suit everyone, which may include some of the following:
Please note: The weather in Yosemite is highly variable and includes rain and snow in winter and high temperatures in summer. The itinerary may be adapted to make the most of Yosemite during different seasons and times of the year.
The Giant Sequoias are best visited between May and October. During the rest of the year, snow and ice conditions may prevent access to roads and trails. In this event, other activities may be substituted in its place.
After lunch, you will have the opportunity to go on a short one-hour hike to the falls or grab a snack at the Yosemite Lodge. You will have three to four hours to spend at Yosemite National Park, with a range of activities to suit everyone, which may include some of the following:
- Hike to one of Yosemite's waterfalls
- Watch the climbers on El Capitan
- Rent bikes for a relaxing cycle on the flat bike paths throughout the valley
- Cool off in lovely river pools in summer
- Spot a black bear
- Relax at the visitors center, with museums, restaurants and the Ansel Adams Gallery to inspire every amateur photographer
Please note: The weather in Yosemite is highly variable and includes rain and snow in winter and high temperatures in summer. The itinerary may be adapted to make the most of Yosemite during different seasons and times of the year.
The Giant Sequoias are best visited between May and October. During the rest of the year, snow and ice conditions may prevent access to roads and trails. In this event, other activities may be substituted in its place.
Recent Reviews of this Tour
Reviewed by Jose A, May 2013
Really awesome tour, you get to different places, really great views, definitely a place where you want to spend more than one day, if you can I highly recommend it but have in mind that you'll be walking a lot, really great experience, I would definitely go back =D.
Reviewed by Eduard K, April 2013
Great, very good trip.
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