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Best of Yosemite & Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco
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Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Non-U.S. residents aged 16 and older will be charged an additional $100 park entry fee per person after completing their booking. This fee will be collected by the tour operator via a separate payment link. Note that holders of the “America the Beautiful Non-Resident Pass” do not pay the $100 fee; the $250 pass covers up to 4 people at the entrance.
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From November to March, when the trail is unsafe due to snow and ice, we replace the Sequoia hike with extra time in Yosemite Valley.
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The tour stops around 8:30am for breakfast, 1pm for lunch, and 6pm for dinner on the way back. Meals are not included.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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See more of Yosemite in less time with early park entry. This year-round guided day trip from San Francisco covers the park’s top sights, including Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, Tunnel View, and the iconic Giant Sequoias of Tuolumne Grove. Spend 5 full hours in the park taking in the best views and landmarks. If you want the most complete Yosemite experience in one day, this is your tour.
Highlights
15 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
15 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off from most major San Francisco hotels
Comfortable transportation with onboard WiFi
Park Entry Fee for U.S. Residents
Five hours inside Yosemite Park with early bird entry
Live local expert guide (English)
Free unique geo-based audio guides in 8 languages
Guide Gratuities
Food and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Meet at the Mason Street entrance (Eastern entrance) at 5:50 am.
Join us on this breathtaking tour of Yosemite National Park, whose towering granite peaks, cascading waterfalls and nature trails are perhaps the most stunning in the world. This award-winning tour spends the most time in Yosemite and includes a unique hike among ancient Giant Sequoias.
Your tour begins with a convenient hotel pick up in Downtown San Francisco.
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San Joaquin Valley
Enjoy the scenic drive as your guide shares how a flash of gold in the American River sparked the California Gold Rush.
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Oakdale
Stop for breakfast and grab a quick bite at a nearby supermarket or Starbucks.
30 minutes
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Yosemite National Park
Enjoy a scenic drive into Yosemite National Park as you head toward a breathtaking viewpoint made famous by photographer Ansel Adams.
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Tunnel View
Iconic vista point offering panoramic views of El Capitan, Bridalveil Fall, and Half Dome.
15 minutes
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Bridalveil Fall
A short walk to the base of this 617-foot waterfall, known for the mist that blows in the wind.
15 minutes
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Sentinel bridge
Capture a perfect reflection of Half Dome in the Merced River as you drive over Sentinel Bridge.
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Yosemite Valley
The heart of the park, where travelers have 2–2.5 hours of free time to grab lunch and explore. Take a walk to Lower Yosemite Falls, hike the Meadow Loop, or just relax and soak in the views at your own pace.
2 hours
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Yosemite Falls
During your free time in the valley, take a walk to Yosemite Falls—one of the tallest waterfalls in North America. Enjoy the views, take photos, and soak in the power and beauty of this natural wonder.
15 minutes
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El Capitan
Hop back on the bus and head to El Capitan Meadow, where you’ll stop to discover the world’s largest granite monolith and the legendary climbers who brave its towering cliffs.
15 minutes
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Valley View
As we are leaving Yosemite Valley, we will make our final stop at Valley View which serves up a panoramic landscape framing the Merced River, El Capitan and the imposing spires of Cathedral Rocks.
15 minutes
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Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
A 1-hour and 15-minute stop to hike among a grove of Giant Sequoias—some of the oldest and largest trees on Earth. Standing among these giants is a humbling and unforgettable experience.
*When the Tuolumne Grove trail is snow-covered or unsafe (November-March), we always spend extra time in Yosemite Valley.
1 hour and 15 minutes
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Groveland
Enjoy a scenic drive through the historic town of Groveland, a charming Gold Rush-era village with rustic buildings and rich California heritage.
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Oakdale
On the way back, we’ll stop for dinner at a plaza with fast food, a sandwich shop, a taqueria, Hawaiian BBQ, and a supermarket—something for everyone.
40 minutes
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San Francisco
Wrap up your adventure with a comfortable ride back and drop-off in San Francisco at your original pickup location.
Best of Yosemite & Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco
(3511) Reviews
Tenderloin
About
See more of Yosemite in less time with early park entry. This year-round guided day trip from San Francisco covers the park’s top sights, including Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, Tunnel View, and the iconic Giant Sequoias of Tuolumne Grove. Spend 5 full hours in the park taking in the best views and landmarks. If you want the most complete Yosemite experience in one day, this is your tour.
Highlights
15 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
15 hours
Offered in German (Deutsch) & 8 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off from most major San Francisco hotels
Comfortable transportation with onboard WiFi
Park Entry Fee for U.S. Residents
Five hours inside Yosemite Park with early bird entry
Live local expert guide (English)
Free unique geo-based audio guides in 8 languages
Guide Gratuities
Food and drinks
Meeting Points
Departure
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
Meet at the Mason Street entrance (Eastern entrance) at 5:50 am.
