Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. Oakdale
   30m
   Stop for breakfast and grab a quick bite at a nearby supermarket or Starbucks.
4. Yosemite National Park
   5h
   Enjoy a scenic drive into Yosemite National Park as you head toward a breathtaking viewpoint made famous by photographer Ansel Adams.
5. Tunnel View
   15m
   Iconic vista point offering panoramic views of El Capitan, Bridalveil Fall, and Half Dome.
6. 15m
   A short walk to the base of this 617-foot waterfall, known for the mist that blows in the wind.
7. Sentinel bridge
   Pass by
   Capture a perfect reflection of Half Dome in the Merced River as you drive over Sentinel Bridge.
8. Yosemite Valley
   2h
   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.
9. Yosemite Falls
   15m
   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.
10. El Capitan
    15m
    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.
11. Valley View
    15m
    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.
12. Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
    1h 15m
    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.
13. 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.
14. Oakdale
    40m
    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.
15. San Francisco
    Pass by
    Wrap up your adventure with a comfortable ride back and drop-off in San Francisco at your original pickup location.
16. Yosemite Valley
    Pass by
    Yosemite National Park

Pickup details

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).

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• 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.