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Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

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14 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

Take a day trip from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park, described as the crown jewel of the country's many splendid national parks. You will be guided on a coach tour to highlights such as Bridalveil Falls, Tunnel View, El Capitan, and Yosemite Falls, with a stop for a 1-mile (1.6-km) walk into a grove of giant sequoias*.

Our vans only take 15 passengers, so we are able to stop at more places with less time for loading and unloading of passengers.

*weather permitting, and the hike is not recommended for people with health issues

What's Included

  • National Park fees for US Residents
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off (from select hotels in San Francisco)
  • Local taxes
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • No Pick-up/Drop-off from residential addresses or hotels outside of San Francisco
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Meeting and Pickup

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Hotel pickup time in the following zones: Fisherman's Wharf/Lombard Street Corridor: 5:15 am - 5:30 am Union Square/SOMA: 5:15 am - 5:30 am

What To Expect

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San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge (pass by)

Drive across bridge on the way to Yosemite
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San Joaquin Valley (pass by)

California's agricultural heartland, visible during the long drive to the Sierra foothills.
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Tunnel View

Drive to one of the most beautiful views of the Yosemite valley from above
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Merced River (pass by)

The tour follows this scenic river canyon as it enters the national park.
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Yosemite Valley

Spend free time experiencing the valley
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Half Dome

Stop for photos
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Yosemite Falls

Walk to the 4th tallest waterfalls in the world
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

El Capitan

Stop to look for climbers on the granite wall
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias

See some of the biggest trees on the planet.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Bridalveil Fall

Walk to the falls for photos
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • National Park fees for US Residents
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off (from select hotels in San Francisco)
  • Local taxes
  • All activities
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • No Pick-up/Drop-off from residential addresses or hotels outside of San Francisco
  • Please note that new National Park fees apply for international visitors. If applicable, this fee is collected in-destination and not at the time of booking.

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • The trip is accessible for most of the tour. However, at the end of the day, we go on a hike to see the giant sequoias. This is NOT advised for people with back, heart or knee problems. It is also not wheelchair accessible. Unfortunately, this is only way to see the sequoias.
  • There is a possibility that the Giant Sequoia hike will not be available due to winter weather conditions.
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Car seat required for children 8 years old and under; not provided
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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