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Yosemite Highlights & Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco

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15 hours (approx.)
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Overview

See more of Yosemite in less time with early park entry. This year-round guided day trip from San Francisco covers the park’s top sights, including Yosemite Falls, El Capitan, Tunnel View, and the iconic Giant Sequoias of Tuolumne Grove. Spend 5 full hours in the park taking in the best views and landmarks. If you want the most complete Yosemite experience in one day, this is your tour.

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from most major San Francisco hotels
  • Comfortable transportation with onboard WiFi
  • Park Entry Fee for U.S. Residents
  • Food and drinks
  • Guide Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick-up details and times are as follows: 5:20 AM – Holiday Inn San Francisco-Golden Gateway (1500 Van Ness Ave). 5:25 AM – Motel 6 (2850 Van Ness Ave). 5:30 AM – Zephyr Hotel (250 Beach St), Avis Car Rental (500 Beach St). 5:40 AM – Hilton Financial District (750 Kearny St), Fairmont San Francisco (950 Mason St). 5:50 AM – Hilton San Francisco Union Square (251 Mason St), JW Marriott (515 Mason St). 6:00 AM – The Mosser Hotel (54 4th St). 6:40 AM – 7-Eleven Convenience Store, Livermore (891 Airway Blvd, Livermore).

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O'Farrell Street
San Francisco, CA 94102, USA

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San Francisco (pass by)

Join us on this breathtaking tour of Yosemite National Park, whose towering granite peaks, cascading waterfalls and nature trails are perhaps the most stunning in the world. This award-winning tour spends the most time in Yosemite and includes a unique hike among ancient Giant Sequoias.Your tour begins with a convenient hotel pick up in Downtown San Francisco.
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San Joaquin Valley (pass by)

Enjoy the scenic drive as your guide shares how a flash of gold in the American River sparked the California Gold Rush.
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Oakdale

Stop for breakfast and grab a quick bite at a nearby supermarket or Starbucks.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Yosemite National Park (pass by)

Enjoy a scenic drive into Yosemite National Park as you head toward a breathtaking viewpoint made famous by photographer Ansel Adams.
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Tunnel View

Iconic vista point offering panoramic views of El Capitan, Bridalveil Fall, and Half Dome.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bridalveil Fall

A short walk to the base of this 617-foot waterfall, known for the mist that blows in the wind.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sentinel bridge (pass by)

Capture a perfect reflection of Half Dome in the Merced River as you drive over Sentinel Bridge.
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Yosemite Valley

The heart of the park, where travelers have 2–2.5 hours of free time to grab lunch and explore. Take a walk to Lower Yosemite Falls, hike the Meadow Loop, or just relax and soak in the views at your own pace.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Yosemite Falls

During your free time in the valley, take a walk to Yosemite Falls—one of the tallest waterfalls in North America. Enjoy the views, take photos, and soak in the power and beauty of this natural wonder.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

El Capitan

Hop back on the bus and head to El Capitan Meadow, where you’ll stop to discover the world’s largest granite monolith and the legendary climbers who brave its towering cliffs.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Valley View

As we are leaving Yosemite Valley, we will make our final stop at Valley View which serves up a panoramic landscape framing the Merced River, El Capitan and the imposing spires of Cathedral Rocks.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias

A 1-hour and 15-minute stop to hike among a grove of Giant Sequoias—some of the oldest and largest trees on Earth. Standing among these giants is a humbling and unforgettable experience.*When the Tuolumne Grove trail is snow-covered or unsafe (November-March), we always spend extra time in Yosemite Valley.
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1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Groveland (pass by)

Enjoy a scenic drive through the historic town of Groveland, a charming Gold Rush-era village with rustic buildings and rich California heritage.
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Oakdale

On the way back, we’ll stop for dinner at a plaza with fast food, a sandwich shop, a taqueria, Hawaiian BBQ, and a supermarket—something for everyone.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

San Francisco (pass by)

Wrap up your adventure with a comfortable ride back and drop-off in San Francisco at your original pickup location.
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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
  • From November to March, when the trail is unsafe due to snow and ice, we replace the Sequoia hike with extra time in Yosemite Valley.
  • The tour stops around 8:30am for breakfast, 1pm for lunch, and 6pm for dinner on the way back. Meals are not included.
  • California law requires tour guests to bring a car safety seat for all children under 8 years and under 4' 9" (1.4 meters) in height

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Yosemite Highlights & Giant Sequoias Day Tour 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). 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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Average 4.46 out of 5 stars based on 3,134 traveler reviews collected by Cool San Francisco and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from most major San Francisco hotels
  • Comfortable transportation with onboard WiFi
  • Park Entry Fee for U.S. Residents
  • Five hours inside Yosemite Park with early bird entry
  • Free unique geo-based audio guides in 8 languages
  • Live local expert guide (English)
  • Food and drinks
  • Guide Gratuities

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
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Non-U.S. residents aged 16 and older will be charged an additional $100 park entry fee per person after completing their booking. This fee will be collected by the tour operator via a separate payment link. Note that holders of the “America the Beautiful Non-Resident Pass” do not pay the $100 fee; the $250 pass covers up to 4 people at the entrance.
  • From November to March, when the trail is unsafe due to snow and ice, we replace the Sequoia hike with extra time in Yosemite Valley.
  • The tour stops around 8:30am for breakfast, 1pm for lunch, and 6pm for dinner on the way back. Meals are not included.
  • California law requires tour guests to bring a car safety seat for all children under 8 years and under 4' 9" (1.4 meters) in height
  • Winter in Yosemite is much colder than San Francisco. Wear warm clothes and shoes with rubber soles and good traction.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 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).

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