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After a convenient pickup in San Francisco, your adventure begins with a scenic drive through California’s Central Valley and historic Gold Rush towns on your way to Yosemite National Park. As you travel, your expert guide will share fascinating stories about the region, setting the stage for an unforgettable day. Once inside Yosemite Park, you’ll have five hours to explore the park’s most breathtaking sights, with multiple stops at the best viewpoints for stunning photos. Capture the legendary beauty of Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, and El Capitan, marveling at the sheer size of these world-famous landmarks. Enjoy two memory-making hours exploring Yosemite Valley at your own pace—walk along the Swinging Bridge, take in the views along the Merced River, get close to Yosemite Falls on a short hike, and relax with lunch. Your journey continues with additional photo stops at El Capitan and the breathtaking Valley View Overlook, where you can capture some of Yosemite’s most iconic vistas. The adventure doesn’t stop there! Head to a majestic grove of Giant Sequoias and take a scenic 1.6-mile walk (weather permitting) to stand among the largest trees on Earth. This one-of-a-kind experience is the perfect way to wrap up your time in Yosemite before the comfortable return drive to San Francisco. With expert guides, a well-planned itinerary, and seamless transportation, this is the best way to see Yosemite in just one day. Spots fill up fast—book now and experience the magic of Yosemite for yourself!

Escape the crowds of San Francisco on a full-day guided tour to Yosemite National Park. See highlights, including Yosemite Falls and Inspiration Point. Enjoy seamless travel in a bio-fueled mini-coach. Heading east across the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge offers great views of the San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz Island, Fisherman's Wharf, and the Golden Gate Bridge. En route to the park the tour crosses through the Central Valley, where you will stop at a fruit stand for some local produce. Famous for its rich volcanic soil, the Central Valley is the largest agricultural region in the United States. The section the tour drives through is best known for specialty fruits and nuts such as almonds, walnuts, cherries, and strawberries. After this quick rest stop, you will enter the rolling foothills of the Sierra Nevadas. Continuing into the mountains brings you to California gold country and the gold rush town of Groveland before the tour winds its way into Yosemite National Park. On your 1.5-hour narrated coach tour of Yosemite's glaciated valley, you will see famous waterfalls and rock formations including Yosemite Falls, the tallest waterfall in North America. Continue on past El Capitan, Half Dome, Bridalveil Falls, Sentinel Dome, and much more. During the tour you will see Yosemite Valley from a number of great vantage points, the best of which is perhaps Inspiration Point. After the tour, you will stop for the afternoon near the base of Yosemite Falls. If you have not already picked up picnic supplies, there are many options for getting lunch in the park. You will have 3-4 hours of free time to explore the valley as you choose. You can walk to the base of Yosemite Falls, check out the visitor center, visit the Ansel Adams Gallery, stop in at the Ahwahnee Hotel, rent a cruiser bike, or hike some of the trails that originate from the valley. Although you could easily spend 3 weeks in Yosemite, the 3 hours you get on your own is enough time to understand why Yosemite is one of America's most popular national parks.

Camp for 2 nights just outside Yosemite Valley with all gear provided. Just bring a sleeping bag (or rent one) and your love for nature. Travel in a biofueled vehicle and enjoy guided support, hot showers, and modern facilities. No experience needed. Everyone helps with camp setup and meals. Food is all you can eat and includes chicken, beef, and vegetarian options. Swim nearby and cook over campfires for a true outdoor adventure. Day 1: On the morning of your adventure, your guide will meet you at 8:15 AM on the Mason Street side of the Hilton Hotel in downtown San Francisco. After leaving the city, you’ll cross the fertile Central Valley and travel through California’s historic Gold Country on your way to the Sierra Nevada. Before entering Yosemite Valley, enjoy a scenic hike and picnic among the giant sequoias, the largest living trees on Earth. Towering up to 300 feet tall and over 30 feet wide, some of these ancient giants are more than 1,000 years old. Depending on group interest and timing, your guide will take you to one of three spectacular sequoia groves. Meals are not included on the first day, but you’ll have the chance to purchase food along the way. Next, continue into Yosemite for a 90-minute guided tour and take in your first views of the iconic Yosemite Valley, home to towering granite cliffs and cascading waterfalls and made world famous by the photography of Ansel Adams. Your guide will provide an overview of the park and lay out options for the days ahead. After some free time to explore the valley, head to your campsite to settle in, enjoy dinner, and relax by the campfire as you plan the next two days of your Yosemite experience. Day 2: Rise early and prepare breakfast and lunch, clean up camp, and head off in the van for a fun day full of hiking, sightseeing, and exploring. Usually the second day is reserved for exploring Yosemite's High Country. A group hike to May Lake and Mount Hoffman is generally the highlight of the day, depending upon snowpack. May Lake is a picturesque example of a High Sierra lake. If you want more of a challenge, you can continue past May Lake to Mount Hoffman. Located at the geographic center of the park, Mount Hoffman is a non-technical hike that rewards you with a 360-degree view of the surrounding mountain landscape. Your guide will make sure the group takes full advantage of the park, while making sure everyone is comfortable, by customizing the hikes around the groups’ needs. At the end of the day, head back to camp for dinner and time to unwind by the campfire. Day 3: Day 3 is a free day, where the itinerary is based on the interests of the group. Normally the tour heads back into Yosemite Valley, where you can choose one of a number of great hikes, rent a bike, or relax in the shade by the emerald green Merced River. After a full day in the park, head back to San Francisco, arriving around 21:00.

Towering granite cliffs and giant sequoias headline this full-day Yosemite tour from San Jose. Expert guides will make sure you don’t miss the history, geology, wildflowers, and wildlife, that have made this glacier-carved valley the jewel of America’s national park system. Your Yosemite Giant Sequoia Tour from San Jose begins with pickup from your hotel, then heads east crossing through California’s fertile San Joaquin (aka Central) Valley and into the craggy Sierra Nevada mountains. This is the only Yosemite Valley tour where you will also experience the solitude of the Tuolumne Grove of giant sequoias, the largest living things on earth. You’ll reconsider your place in the world, 2,000-year-old trees can make people do that. Your heart (and camera) will be racing as you enter Yosemite Valley, enjoying stops at Inspiration Point and El Capitan Meadow. You will stop for moments at Half Dome, El Capitan, Yosemite Falls, and Bridalveil Falls, with plenty of time allocated to "take some selfies". Yosemite is open year-round, and if you visit in the winter months, you can picture Yosemite Valley covered in soft white snow, with animal footprints scattered about in the meadows and the snow-capped Half Dome casting its long shadow. Between November and March, when the trail is not safe due to snow and ice accumulation, we substitute the hike with additional time in Yosemite Valley.

Customize your two-day tour to Yosemite National Park from San Francisco by booking your own hotel accommodation. Enjoy the freedom to explore the park’s wilderness, towering granite cliffs, Giant Sequoias, and awe-inspiring waterfalls at your own pace. FIRST DAY: Join our top-rated Yosemite Giant Sequoia Tour to experience seasonal activities and discover the rich history, geology, and wildlife that make Yosemite Valley the crown jewel of U.S. National Parks. Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pickup in San Francisco, followed by a scenic drive through California's lush San Joaquin Valley and into the rugged Sierra Nevada mountains. As we enter Yosemite, we'll stop at Tunnel View for breathtaking photos of El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridalveil Fall. After arriving at Valley Lodge (Stop #7), you’ll have free time to explore Yosemite Valley’s many attractions. Later, take the free Valley Shuttle or YARTS bus (fare not included) to reach your hotel, which you’ll book separately. You will have the entire second half of the day to enjoy the park. (Please note: Activities are not included.) SECOND DAY: Spend the first half of the day discovering more of the park. In spring and summer, enjoy activities like hiking, biking, rock climbing, rafting, fishing, or stargazing. In winter, park rangers can help you plan snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, tubing, or ice skating—weather permitting. In the afternoon, meet our tour vehicle at Valley Lodge (Stop #7) at the time listed in your confirmation email. Before leaving the park, one final highlight awaits: a memorable hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias. Walk among some of the oldest and largest living trees on Earth—a humbling and unforgettable experience. From November through March, when the trail may be unsafe due to snow or ice, we replace the hike with additional time in Yosemite Valley. Important Note: If you're not staying at a hotel within Yosemite Valley, please bring only what you can comfortably carry. Storage space is very limited on the YARTS shuttles, and no public luggage storage is available in the park.

Run away for 2 days of crisp, fresh mountain air with an affordable and fun 2-day trip to Yosemite National Park from San Francisco. Escape to the mountains for 2 full days of hiking, sightseeing, and exploring in the amazing natural wilderness of Yosemite National Park. Trek through Yosemite Valley, Glacier Point, and the Giant Sequoias, and sleep comfortably in your own hotel room. On this tour of Yosemite National Park from San Francisco, you'll have 2 days to explore, giving you more time and flexibility to see all the sights. Detailed Itinerary: Day 1: San Francisco - Yosemite View Lodge Head from San Francisco to Yosemite View Lodge, which is situated in the picturesque Merced River Canyon. Arrive at the accommodation and continue toward the surrounding nature. Learn the history of Yosemite as you explore the Yosemite Valley and take in stunning sites like Yosemite Falls, Inspiration Point, Half Dome, Bridalveil Fall, and El Capitan. Afterwards, return to the lodge and explore its creature comforts which include a restaurant, bar, swimming pools, and jacuzzi. Day 2: Yosemite View Lodge - San Francisco Explore the outlying areas of the park. Take a trip to the awe-inspiring Glacier Point and enjoy a hike among the Giant Sequoias (weather permitting). At the end of the day, head back to San Francisco and arrive at around 21:00.

Customize your three-day tour to Yosemite National Park from San Francisco by booking your own hotel accommodation. Enjoy the freedom to explore the park’s wilderness, towering granite cliffs, Giant Sequoias, and awe-inspiring waterfalls at your own pace. FIRST DAY: Join our top-rated Yosemite Giant Sequoia Tour to experience seasonal activities and discover the rich history, geology, and wildlife that make Yosemite Valley the crown jewel of U.S. National Parks. Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pickup in San Francisco, followed by a scenic drive through California's lush San Joaquin Valley and into the rugged Sierra Nevada mountains. As we enter Yosemite, we'll stop at Tunnel View for breathtaking photos of El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridalveil Fall. After arriving at Valley Lodge (Stop #7), you’ll have free time to explore Yosemite Valley’s many attractions. Later, take the free Valley Shuttle or YARTS bus (fare not included) to reach your hotel, which you’ll book separately. You will have the entire second half of the day to enjoy the park. (Please note: Activities are not included.) SECOND DAY: This is your day to explore Yosemite’s wonders on your own terms. Hike popular trails, photograph wildlife, or simply relax and take in the scenery. Whether you seek waterfalls, towering cliffs, or quiet meadows, Yosemite offers something for everyone. This day is unguided, giving you full freedom to choose your adventure. THIRD DAY: Spend the first half of the day discovering more of the park. In spring and summer, enjoy activities like hiking, biking, rock climbing, rafting, fishing, or stargazing. In winter, park rangers can help you plan snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, tubing, or ice skating—weather permitting. In the afternoon, meet our tour vehicle at Valley Lodge (Stop #7) at the time listed in your confirmation email. Before leaving the park, one final highlight awaits: a memorable hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias. Walk among some of the oldest and largest living trees on Earth—a humbling and unforgettable experience. From November through March, when the trail may be unsafe due to snow or ice, we replace the hike with additional time in Yosemite Valley. Important Note: If you're not staying at a hotel within Yosemite Valley, please bring only what you can comfortably carry. Storage space is very limited on the YARTS shuttles, and no public luggage storage is available in the park.

Escape to the mountains for 2 full days of hiking, sightseeing, and exploring in the amazing natural wilderness of Yosemite National Park. Trek through Yosemite Valley and the Giant Sequoias. Spend the night in the heart of Yosemite Valley at Yosemite Lodge at the Falls. Your hotel is located at the base of Yosemite Falls - the waterfall that gave the hotel its name. On this tour of Yosemite National Park from San Francisco, you'll have 2 days to explore, giving you more time and flexibility to see all the sights. Your guide stays in the hotel with the group, providing valuable knowledge of the history of Yosemite and a more personal experience of the park throughout your trip. The 2 days in Yosemite National Park are divided between time in Yosemite Valley and exploring the outlying areas of the park. In the valley, you will visit and photograph famous highlights such as Yosemite Falls (the tallest waterfall in North America), El Capitan, Half Dome (not available in the winter), Bridalveil Falls, and Tunnel View. Beyond the valley, enjoy a hike among the Giant Sequoias (weather permitting and not available in the winter). This tour of Yosemite arrives back in San Francisco at approximately 21:00 on the second day.

Spend two nights in a hotel just outside the world-famous Yosemite Valley, traveling in an eco-friendly biofueled vehicle alongside fellow adventurers. Food is provided, but you’ll have the unique experience of cooking over campfires and serving yourselves. The all-you-can-eat fare includes chicken, beef, and vegetarian options, offering a delicious and communal dining experience. Day 1: On the morning of your adventure, your guide will meet you at 8:15 AM on the Mason Street side of the Hilton Hotel in downtown San Francisco. After leaving the city, you’ll cross the fertile Central Valley and travel through California’s historic Gold Country on your way to the Sierra Nevada. Before entering Yosemite Valley, enjoy a scenic hike and picnic among the giant sequoias, the largest living trees on Earth. Towering up to 300 feet tall and over 30 feet wide, some of these ancient giants are more than 1,000 years old. Depending on group interest and timing, your guide will take you to one of three spectacular sequoia groves. Meals are not included on the first day, but you’ll have the chance to purchase food along the way. Next, continue into Yosemite for a 90-minute guided tour and take in your first views of the iconic Yosemite Valley, home to towering granite cliffs and cascading waterfalls and made world famous by the photography of Ansel Adams. Your guide will provide an overview of the park and lay out options for the days ahead. After some free time to explore the valley, head to your campsite to settle in, enjoy dinner, and relax by the campfire as you plan the next two days of your Yosemite experience. Day 2: Rise early and prepare breakfast and lunch, clean up camp, and head off in the van for a fun day full of hiking, sightseeing, and exploring. Usually the second day is reserved for exploring Yosemite's High Country. A group hike to May Lake and Mount Hoffman is generally the highlight of the day, depending upon snowpack. May Lake is a picturesque example of a High Sierra lake. If you want more of a challenge, you can continue past May Lake to Mount Hoffman. Located at the geographic center of the park, Mount Hoffman is a non-technical hike that rewards you with a 360-degree view of the surrounding mountain landscape. Your guide will make sure the group takes full advantage of the park, while making sure everyone is comfortable, by customizing the hikes around the groups’ needs. At the end of the day, head back to camp for dinner and time to unwind by the campfire. Day 3: Day 3 is a free day, where the itinerary is based on the interests of the group. Normally the tour heads back into Yosemite Valley, where you can choose one of a number of great hikes, rent a bike, or relax in the shade by the emerald green Merced River. After a full day in the park, head back to San Francisco, arriving around 21:00.

Escape to the mountains for 2 full days of hiking, sightseeing, and exploring in the amazing natural wilderness of Yosemite National Park. Trek through Yosemite Valley and explore the trails and waterfalls. Spend the night in the heart of Yosemite Valley at Yosemite Lodge at the Falls. Your hotel is located at the base of Yosemite Falls - the waterfall that gave the hotel its name. On this tour of Yosemite National Park from San Francisco, you'll have 2 days to explore, giving you more time and flexibility to see all the sights. The 2 days in Yosemite National Park are spent in Yosemite Valley. In the valley, you will visit and photograph famous highlights such as Yosemite Falls (the tallest waterfall in North America), El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and Tunnel View. This tour of Yosemite arrives back in San Francisco at approximately 21:00 on the second day.