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.
- Free hotel pickup and drop-off included
- Led by a local guide
- All entrance fees included
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:
- 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.
Schedule details
Giant Sequoias, California
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Departure Point:
Tour departs from Union Square, Fisherman's Wharf, South of Market, Japantown. Financial District, Chinatown, and Marina (west end of Lombard Street) hotels, and 2 East BART stations.Departure Time:
- Between 5:50am and 6:30am (exact pickup time will be advised at reconfirmation)
Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Pricing information
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Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Trip from San Francisco
Conducted in English
Additional information
Yosemite National Park, California
Inclusions:
- Expert guide and commentary
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Yosemite National Park entrance fee
Exclusions:
- Gratuities (optional)
- Child safety seat for infants 6 years and under (required)
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Access to the Sequoia Grove can be difficult during winter months, generally October through April, and other activities may be substituted at the discretion of the guide
- California law requires tour guests to bring a car safety seat for all children under 8 years old or 4ft. 9in. Child seats are not provided on the tours.
- As tour sizes vary, transportation is in either a 15 passenger minivan or a 36 passenger coach
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