Yosemite National Park & Giant Sequoias Hike



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.

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

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

Important Information

  • 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. Your pickup time in San Francisco will be between 5:20 AM and 6:00 AM. Please check your voucher after receiving the confirmation email. 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. Please bring one. Please do not make flight or travel arrangements on the same day as your tour.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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