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San Francisco: Yosemite National Park & Giant Sequoias Hike

4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
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San Francisco: Yosemite National Park & Giant Sequoias Hike
4.4 out of 5 stars
4.4
1519 reviews

Experience the incredible scenery of Yosemite National Park and the Giant Sequoia Hike on a tour from San Francisco. Spend hours exploring the Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and the giant sequoia trees.

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Duration 15 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Optional audio guide
Portuguese, French, Spanish, Japanese, German, Italian, Chinese, Korean
Pickup included
Pickups are available from most hotels in Downtown SF and Fisherman's Wharf. For other hotels, please provide hotel information and you will be provided with the closest pickup location. For Hilton Union Square: meet at the Mason Street entrance (eastern entrance) outside of the main doors. Please call the local operator to re-confirm your exact pickup time and location.

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Alex – Australia

Glenda was a fantastic guide and was lovely throughout the long day! Felt very safe and comfortable when she was driving and guiding us. Loved the well stocked snack bucket!

5
5 out of 5 stars
I
Iuliia – United States

Great tour, if you have only 1 day for Yosemite and have never been or heard of. Great value for the price. Road is a bit tiring, but that’s okay. We’ve had a great tour guide David! The most caring, enthusiastic, cheerful, above and beyond bright god given person! 🙏

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Itinerary

  • 15 pickup location options:

    San Francisco Marriott Union Square, The Mosser Hotel, Hotel Fairmont San Francisco, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Fisherman’S Wharf, The Jay, Autograph Collection, Hotel Zephyr San Francisco, JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square, 7-Eleven, Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave., Avis Car Rental, Hilton San Francisco Financial District, Van Ness Inn, Hilton San Francisco Union Square, Holiday Inn San Francisco-Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel

  • Bus/coach

    (2 hours)

  • Turlock

    Break time, Breakfast (30 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (2 hours)

  • Yosemite National Park

    Guided tour

  • Tunnel View

    Photo stop, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (15 minutes)

    Half Dome

    Sightseeing

    Optional

    Bridalveil Fall

    Photo stop (10 minutes)

    Optional

    Sentinel Bridge

    Sightseeing

    Optional
  • Yosemite Valley

    Photo stop, Lunch, Free time, Hiking, Swimming (2 hours)

    Yosemite Falls

    Sightseeing

    Optional

    Tuolumne Meadows

    Sightseeing

    Optional
  • El Capitan, California

    Photo stop, Sightseeing (10 minutes)

  • Tuolumne Grove Trailhead

    Photo stop, Sightseeing, Hiking (1.5 hours)

  • Bus/coach

    (2 hours)

  • Oakdale

    Break time, Dinner (40 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (2 hours)

  • 15 drop-off locations:

    Hotel Fairmont San Francisco, Hilton San Francisco Financial District, Hilton San Francisco Union Square, Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown/Van Ness Ave., Avis Car Rental, Hotel Zephyr San Francisco, Holiday Inn San Francisco-Golden Gateway, an IHG Hotel, Van Ness Inn, JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square, 7-Eleven, Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Fisherman’S Wharf, The Mosser Hotel, The Jay, Autograph Collection, The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco, San Francisco Marriott Union Square

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Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Spend the most time in Yosemite National Park - over 5 hours
  • Hike among the Giant Sequoias (weather permitting)
  • 2 hours of free time to explore Yosemite Valley
  • See Inspiration Point, and the amazing El Capitan and Half Dome cliffs
  • Free unique geo-based audio guides in 8 languages

Full description

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!

Includes

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from most major San Francisco hotels
  • Early bird arrival at Yosemite
  • Live park expert guide (English)
  • Free unique geo-based audio guides in 8 languages
  • Yosemite entrance fee
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Camera
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Oversize luggage

Know before you go

  • 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.
  • Shoes or boots with rubber soles are recommended
  • California law requires participants to bring a car seat for all children under 8 years old or under 4' 9" (1.4 meters) in height. If you do not provide your child's safety seat at the time of the tour and do not inform the activity provider, you will not receive a refund if you cannot join the tour
  • Times listed are approximations. Traffic and unforeseen events can cause delays. Please do not make flight/travel arrangements on the same day as your tour
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5
4.4 out of 5 stars

based on 1519 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.2/5
  • Value for money
    4.1/5

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Alex – AustraliaJune 30, 2025 – Verified booking
Glenda was a fantastic guide and was lovely throughout the long day! Felt very safe and comfortable when she was driving and guiding us. Loved the well stocked snack bucket!
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Iuliia – United StatesJune 14, 2025 – Verified booking
Great tour, if you have only 1 day for Yosemite and have never been or heard of. Great value for the price. Road is a bit tiring, but that’s okay. We’ve had a great tour guide David! The most caring, enthusiastic, cheerful, above and beyond bright god given person! 🙏
5
5 out of 5 stars
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Jo-anne – AustraliaJune 4, 2025 – Verified booking
our guide Gino was great, he was full of stories, and made the trip excellent. I would recommend this to anyone. this has been by far my favourite place to visit here in the states. thank you.

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