San Francisco: Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoia Day Tour | 14 hours

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Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Trip from San Francisco
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, Korean, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
  • Expert guide and commentary
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (most hotels in downtown San Francisco/Fisherman's Wharf area, but do not pick up outside SF city limits)
  • Free unique geo-based audio guides in 8 languages
  • Guide Gratuities
  • Child safety seat for children under 8 years old or 4' 9" (1.4 meters) required
  • Food and drinks, unless specified

Overview

This experience to the towering granite cliffs and gushing waterfalls of Yosemite National Park and its Giant Sequoias takes off 365 days a year. This is the only 1-day Yosemite Valley tour from San Francisco where you will experience the solitude of the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, the largest living things on the Earth. Enjoy free, unique foreign language audio guides with geo-based content that functions without the internet post-download. Your heart will race as you enter Yosemite Valley for 5 glorious hours to enjoy Lower Yosemite, Nevada and Bridalveil falls, then take some moments at El Capitan, Half Dome and other iconic monuments.

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For Hilton Union Square - meet at the Mason street entrance (Eastern entrance). For other locations, please meet outside hotel main doors. If your hotel is not listed, please select Hilton Union Square or Hotel Zephyr Fisherman's Wharf or alternatively add your hotel and we will provide the closest pick-up location. You will ... be provided your exact pick-up location and time upon confirmation. Please always refer to the providers confirmation. Read more â–Ľ

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Meeting points

Meet at the Mason street entrance (Eastern entrance). Please check your email confirmation from Extranomical Tours or contact the provider to confirm your pick-up details and time

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • 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.

  • San Joaquin Valley (Pass By)

    Sit back and enjoy the scenery as your guide explains how glitter in the American River sparked the California gold rush. Quick stop for breakfast along the way.

  • Sierra Nevada (Pass By)

    into the rocky Sierra Nevada mountains. See 150 year old mining towns and learn the colorful history of the region and what geological forces made Yosemite’s dramatic landscapes; and the role John Muir played in the formation of America’s first protected wilderness.

  • Yosemite National Park (Pass By)

    Be Blown Away by Awe-Inspiring Valley Views After entering Yosemite National Park, we’ll make our way to a scene made famous by photographer Ansel Adams.

  • Tunnel View

    Take a moment at Tunnel View. Capture yourself with El Capitan, Half Dome, Sentinel Dome, Glacier Point, and Cathedral Peak as your background.

    15 minutes

  • N/A

    Once you’ve had your fill of photographs from this perch overlooking the valley, the tour will arrange a memorable stop where you can get eye to eye with wispy Bridalveil Fall.

    10 minutes

  • Yosemite Valley

    Have Your Own Yosemite Valley Adventure After arriving to our stop in Yosemite Valley, you will have 2 hours for lunch and exploring on your own.

    2 hours

  • Yosemite Falls (Pass By)

    The free time options include hiking to Yosemite Falls

  • Sentinel bridge (Pass By)

    Meandering through Sentinel Meadow

  • Ansel Adams Gallery (Pass By)

    Checking out the Ansel Adams Gallery and more.

  • El Capitan

    Take a Moment with More Iconic Monuments Your Yosemite experience stops next at El Capitan Meadow to learn more about the world’s largest granite monolith and its climbing culture.

    15 minutes

  • 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.

    15 minutes

  • Merced River (Pass By)

    Watch the water flow through from the mountains

  • Cathedral Rocks and Spires (Pass By)

    Can be seen from our Valley View stop

  • Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias

    Feel the Quiet Grandeur of Giant Sequoias The highlight of our tour is still ahead of you as we head to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias. In this beautiful grove, you’ll have the chance to get up close and personal with some of the largest and oldest trees on earth. *When the Tuolumne Grove trail is snow-covered or unsafe (November-March), we always spend extra time in Yosemite Valley.

    1 hour

  • Big Oak Flat (Pass By)

    By the end of the day, you’ll have experienced some of the most incredible landscapes in the world and captured memories to last a lifetime. Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore Yosemite National Park with us.

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Additional Info

  • 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
  • Access to the Sequoia Grove can be difficult during winter months, generally October through May, and other activities may be substituted at the discretion of the guide
  • During winter months, temperatures in Yosemite can vary drastically to the ones in San Francisco. Therefore, it is recommend to wear winter clothes, especially shoes or boots with rubber soles and treads
  • The Giant Sequoias Grove is located at a higher elevation and the hike is dependent on trail conditions, especially from October through May. Ice and snow might make the trail unsafe to hike. The decision of whether it is safe to go on the hike will be made on a day by day basis. Therefore, a visit cannot be guaranteed. However, while the trail might be closed, guests get to spend more time in Yosemite Valley. There you can see all the other great sights Yosemite has to offer, including El Capitan, Inspiration Point, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and more.
  • As tour sizes vary, transportation is in a 13-passenger van or up to a 41-passenger tour bus
  • Tour makes stops at approximately 8:30am for breakfast, 1pm for lunch and on the trip back for dinner. Meals are not included
  • Audio links are available in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, Korean, Chinese and Japanese. Specify language at time of booking under special requirements.
  • For hotel pickups, please select the Hilton Union Square if your hotel is not listed
  • 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. Any guest that does not provide their child's safety seat at the time of the tour and does not inform the tour operator may not be allowed to board the tour and will not be subject to refund.
  • Exact destinations & itinerary may differ due to weather, road conditions, and your guide's discretion.
  • Enjoy free, unique foreign language audio guides with geo-based content that functions without the internet post-download.

Free Cancellation

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

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Good trip with Andy

Published on Jan, 2025

We joined the one day tour to Yosemite. The tour guide Andy is a nice, generous man who introduced the historic knowledge to the attendees. It is great to understand the background of the San Francisco and Yosemite national park.

Bucket List Stuff

Published on Jan, 2025

Brian & Randall were excellent hosts. We felt well informed and safe every step of the way. Amazing views, bucket list stuff. Brian was very knowledgeable with facts and history. All the while navigating and being very funny. Great day, great fun.

Awesome experience

Published on Jan, 2025

This tour exceeded all expectations. From the jaw-dropping views at Tunnel View to the serene hike among the Giant Sequoias, every moment was magical. Our guide’s expertise and passion for Yosemite made the experience truly enriching, offering fascinating insights at every stop. The tour was also impressively well-organized, with safety clearly prioritized throughout the day. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore Yosemite stress-free and in capable hands!

Fantastic day in Yosemite NP! Highly recommend!

Published on Jan, 2025

This tour went above and beyond my expectations! From the breathtaking views at Tunnel View to the peaceful hike among the Giant Sequoias, every moment felt magical. Our guide’s knowledge and passion for Yosemite really brought the experience to life, sharing fascinating stories and insights at every stop. The whole day was incredibly well-organized, and it was clear that safety was a top priority. I’d highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore Yosemite without the hassle and with expert guidance!

Great time in Yosemite

Published on Jan, 2025

Glenda was well knowledgeable and polite. She provided SO many snacks & drinks - honestly went overboard! The views were beautiful and well worth the 4 hour trip each way.

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