Journey Through Sierra Nevada Splendor
Travel from San Francisco through California’s San Joaquin Valley and Gold Country into the Sierra Nevada mountains for a full-day exploration of Yosemite National Park. Stop for sweeping views at Tunnel View, stand beneath El Capitan and Half Dome, feel the mist of Yosemite Falls, and hike among the Giant Sequoias of Tuolumne Grove (conditions permitting). Knowledgeable guides, comfortable transport, and included park entry fees make this the ideal way to experience Yosemite’s timeless beauty in one unforgettable day.
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$209 USD
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All ages / moderate fitness
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14–15 Hours
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Yosemite, California
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San Francisco; San Jose
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- Yosemite Falls Stop
- El Capitan View
- Sequoia Grove Hike
- Tunnel View Photos
- Bridalveil Fall Stop
- Valley Exploration
- Hotel Pickup Service
- Expert Local Guide
- All-Ages Adventure
- Comfortable Transport
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- Professional guide, round-trip transportation, park entry fees
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- Sturdy walking shoes, layered clothing, water, sunscreen, camera
Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour from San Francisco or San Jose Features
Yosemite’s Towering Falls
Stand beneath Yosemite Falls and feel the spray rise from its 2,425-foot cascade—an awe-inspiring start to your adventure.
Valley Icons Up Close
Gaze skyward at El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridalveil Fall as your guide shares the stories behind these granite giants.
Walk Among Ancient Sequoias
End your day on the quiet trails of Tuolumne Grove, where giant sequoias rise like natural cathedrals high above the forest floor.
Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour from San Francisco or San Jose Details
- Highlights
- Description
- Itinerary
- Price & Availability
- Food & Drink
- Instructions
- Restrictions
- Transportation
Highlights
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Tunnel View Vistas
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Yosemite Falls Visit
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El Capitan Meadow
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Bridalveil Fall Stop
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Sequoia Grove Hike
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Free Valley Time
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Comfortable Coach Ride
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Expert Local Guides
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Hotel Pickup Service
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Year-Round Departures
Description
Depart San Francisco early morning with hotel pickup. Pass through the San Joaquin Valley with a breakfast stop before entering Yosemite National Park. Stop at Tunnel View for breathtaking vistas of El Capitan and Half Dome, then continue to Bridalveil Fall and Yosemite Falls for photo opportunities. Enjoy about two hours of free time in Yosemite Valley to hike, visit the Visitor Center, or explore meadows. Visit El Capitan Meadow and Valley View before hiking Tuolumne Grove (weather permitting) to walk among the giant sequoias. Return to the Bay Area in the evening with a dinner stop along the way.
Itinerary
6:00 AM — Depart San Francisco hotel pickup 9:00 AM — Breakfast stop in Central Valley 10:30 AM — Arrive Yosemite, stop at Tunnel View 11:00 AM — Visit Yosemite Falls, El Capitan Meadow, Bridalveil Fall 12:30 PM — Lunch and free time in Yosemite Valley 2:00 PM — Stop at Valley View 2:45 PM — Hike Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias (conditions permitting) 4:30 PM — Depart Yosemite 8:30 PM — Return to San Francisco
Price & Availability
Adults $209, Children $187; private tours from $2,600 (1–12 guests)
Food & Drink
Meals not included (stops provided)
Instructions
Arrive 15 minutes early at hotel pickup or meeting point
Restrictions
All ages welcome; Tuolumne Grove hike requires moderate fitness; not wheelchair accessible
Transportation
Round-trip transportation from San Francisco included
Frequently Asked Questions
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CONTACT US
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National Park Tours
700 Rochelle Cir
Fort Collins, CO 80526 -
Meeting locations vary for each tour: You will be sent a meeting location after you book
