Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comYosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Trip
based on 84 reviews
Duration: 14 hours (approx.)
Location: San Francisco, California
Product code: 2402YNP
84 reviews of Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Trip
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The driver was great; he was on time and very knowledgeable. I would have liked more time in the park; we could have not stopped for a meal on the way back, because we were back early enough to eat in San Francisco. But overall, it was a good trip.
Reviewed by: DJ M, New Zealand, November 2007
Journey was long and temperature a bit uncomfortable in vehicle and air conditioning was always on set on low. I knew the seating was going to be cramped and uncomfortable due to other reviews I'd read and I have to agree with them now having been, maybe 2-3 less people on board would have given us a little more room. I realise the company are trying to make a profit though. Guide was extremely knowledgeable although microphone not great and some had difficulty hearing everything he was saying. Was a bit disappointed with the giant sequoias part as when we reached the one which you could pass through, there were workmen working around its base which spoiled the look of the photographs taken. Overall well worth doing though.
Reviewed by: Andrew A, United Kingdom, September 2007
This was very nice. But it's a long drive to the park.
Reviewed by: Tammy T, United States of America, August 2007
It was hard to see out of the mini-van windows. A tour bus would have worked better to see the views. The seats backs were short and very uncomfortable for such a long day. Our tour guide was very nice and knowledgeable.
Reviewed by: Anonymous, United States of America, August 2007
This was a great day out, though it was a long drive to get there. The minivan could be a bit bigger with the addition of head rests. Our guide was very informative and took great care of us.
Reviewed by: Paul R, United Kingdom, July 2007
We had a lovely day. Our only criticism is that the bus was too small for the number of people - every seat was full, and it was a little uncomfortable.
Reviewed by: Jacqui W, Australia, June 2007
We had a nice and competent driver, and a very pleasant group of people on this tour. However, there was bad sound quality when trying to listen to the driver's comments from the back of the van.
Reviewed by: Daniel M, France, May 2007
Well planned and our guide was a very nice person.
Reviewed by: Jose S, Brazil, December 2006
A very enjoyable day trip. Our party of four thought it good value for money.
Reviewed by: Ruth G, United Kingdom, September 2006
The driver was knowledgeable and interesting. The other passengers were great. Our only disappointment was being in a van with obstructed viewing capabilities.
Reviewed by: John F, United States of America, August 2006
We booked the luxury 15 passenger air-conditioned van or minibus tour and instead we were picked up and put in a crammed, uncomfortable 32 seat bus on an extremely hot day. The tour was to be for 14 hours, with plenty of time for a walk in the park; instead we got off in time to have a very rushed lunch and a walk to the giant sequoias, and we were not even taken up to a lookout point. Those of us who had been in the park before felt we were very shortchanged. A disappointing day altogether.
Reviewed by: K C, New Zealand, November 2009
The dinky tour bus takes a toll on you, the bumps and the fact there is no bathroom, and it was packed and I was in a corner. The park is great. Getting to and from was not.
Reviewed by: Danielle H, United States of America, May 2009
The trip was nice. The guide is quite knowledgeable and tries to entertain people. One day is definitely not enough for this beautiful place, so if you have time, you should stay at least overnight and go hiking. We went to the main scenic points, but the others we just passed by. Taking into account that this is a van, not a big bus, we could have stopped more frequently at some beautiful viewpoints. Disappointment: We didn't go to giant sequoias due to lots of snow. If this is one of the reasons you select this tour - make sure to ask explicitly about giant sequoias in the early spring and late autumn.
Reviewed by: Valentina K, Russian Federation, April 2009
Great trip to Yosemite, BUT the lunch break was 1.5 hours long, and this did not leave enough time at the giant sequoias--5 minutes turn around time. Half an hour extra at the trees, please!!!
Reviewed by: Anthony H, New Zealand, November 2008
If only the cost were lower.
Reviewed by: Trieu L, United States of America, October 2008
