In-Depth Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour from San Francisco
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Product Code: 2856
OVERVIEW

Highlights

  • Visit & Hike Yosemite in a Day: Only 1-day tour from San Francisco that includes hike to Giant Sequoias (conditions permitting)
  • • Get More Time in the Park: This tour spends the most time in the Yosemite Park - over 5 hours
  • • Listen in Different Languages: Fully guided in English; audio guides in 8 languages for international guests
  • • See 4 Major Yosemite Sights: Stops to explore Inspiration Point, Yosemite Valley, El Capitan Meadow and Valley View
  • • Get More Photography Opportunities: Photograph Bridalveil Fall, Yosemite Falls, and Half Dome
Tour Code
2856
Duration
14 hour
Departure City
San Francisco
End City
San Francisco
Tour Type
Sightseeing Tours
Language
EnglishFrench, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Chinese
Available options
IS THIS TOUR FOR ME?

Tour Themes: Nature, UNESCO

Get in touch with Mother Earth; Visit locations designated as World Heritage Sites by the United Nations

Tour Type: Guided

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Quality: Value

Travel with professional guides, enjoy more time at attractions and/or stay at comfortable accommodations.

Itinerary

This San Francisco tour to Yosemite National Park is jam-packed with the towering granite monuments of Half Dome, Cathedral Peak and El Capitan, all forged by dramatic Mesozoic Era geology. You will see Bridalveil Fall, Horsetail and Yosemite Falls put on impressive water displays. Unlike other Yosemite tours, you can enjoy nature hikes in Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias and on the Meadow Loop Trail to the Swinging Bridge.  



Experience Yosemite in a Day from San Francisco



Your Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour begins with a convenient pickup in at your downtown hotel. Then head east out of San Francisco to Yosemite, crossing through California's fertile San Joaquin Valley before climbing into the rocky Sierra Nevada mountains. We also offer pickups for this tour from San Jose to Yosemite or Groveland to Yosemite. Relax as you learn the colorful gold rush history of the region. The tour pauses half-way to Yosemite to stretch your legs and grab refreshments.



Soon after finishing the trip to Yosemite National Park from San Francisco, you will experience the quiet solitude of the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias. You will not doubt for a second that these Yosemite trees are the largest living creatures on the planet. No picture does them justice, but that should not keep you from trying!

* In winter, when conditions on the Tuolumne Grove trail are snow-covered or unsafe, we substitute this experience with other attractions. 



Drive Down Yosemite Valley with a Stop at Inspiration Point

Your heart will be racing as we head down into Yosemite Valley and make the next stop at Inspiration Point, a view of the valley made famous by Ansel Adams and hundreds of artists since. Take a moment and then some selfies with El Capitan, Half Dome, Sentinel Dome, Glacier Point, Cathedral Peak and Bridalveil Fall as your backdrop.



Once we reach the floor of Yosemite Valley, you will have a couple of hours of free time to grab a quick picnic lunch. Then, check out the Ansel Adams Gallery or the Yosemite Valley Wilderness Center in Yosemite Village. Both are great spots to pick up some souvenirs and gifts for friends back home.



Marvel at Yosemite's Wildlife, Foliage, and Views

Besides giant trees, Yosemite Valley is home to more than 400 types of species of mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians. In Spring, wildflowers blanket the valley floor. The Lower Yosemite Falls, Mist and Meadow Loop trailheads are all near to Yosemite Valley Lodge. Each is guaranteed to delight hikers of any age.



After re-boarding your tour vehicle, your day has more highlights. The tour makes a photo stop at El Capitan Meadow where you can get a straight-on view of the Yosemite icon, an impressive vantage point for Cathedral Rocks, and, if the season is right, Horsetail Fall which produces the famous "firefall" in late-February.



Your Yosemite experience ends on a high note at Valley View. This spot serves up a view along the banks of the Merced River framed by El Capitan and the imposing spires of Cathedral Rocks. This is a great spot for your "saying goodbye" selfie.

Tips:
* Pickup time starts from 5:50am.
* During winter months, warm, layered clothing is often needed. You will need sturdy, comfortable shoes or boots with rubber soles and treads for the best experiences on the park's trails.
* The Giant Sequoias hike on the Yosemite Giant Sequoia Tour is dependent on snow levels and trail conditions and may not be available from October to May.
* The hike to the Tuolumne Grove of redwoods includes 400 feet (122 meters) of incline on the return and can be difficult. It should not be attempted by guests with respiratory or cardio conditions.

Visiting Attractions

  • Yosemite National Park Yosemite National Park
  • Bridalveil Fall Bridalveil Fall
  • El Capitan El Capitan
  • Half Dome Half Dome
  • Yosemite Falls Yosemite Falls
Meeting Point
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Time Region Location Full Address
05:50AM - 12:00AM Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco Downtown - 1050 Van Ness Ave (meet on Geary St. side)
1050 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109|1050 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
05:50AM - 12:00AM Holiday Inn San Francisco-Golden Gateway - Corner of Pine and Van Ness

Meet at the corner of Pine and Van Ness

1500 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco|1500 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco
05:55AM - 12:00AM H221: Van Ness Inn - 2850 Van Ness Ave.
2850 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco|2850 Van Ness Ave., San Francisco
06:00AM - 12:00AM H265: Zephyr Hotel - 250 Beach St.
250 海滩街,旧金山|250 Beach St., San Francisco
06:00AM - 12:00AM Avis Car Rental - 500 Beach St.
旧金山海滩街 500 号|500 Beach St., San Francisco
06:10AM - 12:00AM Fairmont San Francisco - 950 Mason St
旧金山梅森街 950 号|950 Mason St., San Francisco
06:10AM - 12:00AM Hotel Triton - 342 Grant Ave
旧金山格兰特大街 342 号|342 Grant Ave., San Francisco
06:10AM - 12:00AM Hilton Financial District - 750 Kearny St
750 Kearny St., 旧金山|750 Kearny St., San Francisco
06:20AM - 12:00AM Courtyard by Marriott San Francisco - 761 Post St
邮政街 761 号,旧金山|761 Post St., San Francisco
06:10AM - 12:00AM H314: SW Hotel - 615 Broadway Ave.
615 Broadway Ave., San Francisco|615 Broadway Ave., San Francisco
06:20AM - 12:00AM H343: Marriott Union Square - 480 Sutter St.
旧金山萨特街 480 号|480 Sutter St., San Francisco
06:20AM - 12:00AM JW Marriott - 515 Mason St.
515 梅森街,旧金山|515 Mason St., San Francisco
06:20AM - 12:00AM Hilton San Francisco Union Square - 251 Mason St.
251 梅森街,旧金山|251 Mason St. , San Francisco
07:15AM - 12:00AM Livermore 7 Eleven Convenience Store - 891 Airway Blvd, Livermore
891 Airway Blvd., 利弗莫尔|891 Airway Blvd., Livermore
06:10AM - 12:00AM Le Meridien - 333 Battery St - meet at the Clay St. Side

Meet on Clay St. Side

333 Battery St., 旧金山|333 Battery St., San Francisco
06:30AM - 12:00AM The Mosser Hotel - 54 4th St
旧金山第四街 54 号|54 4th St., San Francisco
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

  • Pickup at most San Francisco hotels
  • Entry to Yosemite National Park
  • Local expert guide (English)
  • Hike to Yosemite's Giant Sequoias trees (conditions permitting)
  • Inspiration Point, El Capitan and the trail to Yosemite Falls visit
  • Explore Yosemite Valley with 2 hours of free time
  • Foreign language audios in 8 languages

    Package Excludes

    • All personal expenses
    • Tips for tour guide/driver (15% recommended )
    • Meals or beverages
    Special Notes
    • Cancellation Policy:
    • 4 days or more prior to departure Date, the tour fee can be refunded after deducting $40.00 fees; Inside 4 days prior to departure, non-refundable.
    • Tour Safe Program
      We will be submitting temperature checks and wearing masks will be mandatory while on tour (except for children under the age of two). We encourage passengers to bring their own personal protective equipment and cleaning products, but if they forget them behind, we will provide for their use.

      Enhanced Cleaning
      * Nightly deep cleaning and disinfecting fogging by certified crew
      * Installation of high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters to capture and remove diseased particles from the air
      * Disinfecting and hand washing by tour guides at 30+ minutes stops

      Touchless Touring
      * Elimination of boarding passes
      * No onboard credit card transactions
      * Drivers wear face shields while touring

      Social Distancing
      * Tour vehicles operating at below their capacity so we can grant passenger requests for empty adjacent seats
      * Staged on- and off-boarding to permit social distancing
      * New distancing procedures at all tour stops and attractions

      Staff Health
      * Symptom screening for drivers before each tour
      * Mandatory testing with confirmed exposure to COVID19
      * (When available) Weekly antibody testing of drivers

      We encourage guests to do their part and take the following “Touring Etiquette” precautions:
      * Wash hands often with soap and water prior to boarding
      * Bring a supply of disinfecting wipes for use while away from the tour vehicle
      * Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with your hands
      * Cover any cough or sneeze with a tissue and dispose of it
      * Any flu-like symptoms, should reschedule their tour date
    • Baggage allowance policy:
      This tour doesn't expect our guests to have luggage (suitcases and such). If guests do, they need to notify us 48 hours in advance and the luggage policy should apply.
    • We offer complimentary audio tours now. You need to let us know which language you would like to request. Please leave us a message when you make reservation. On the day of the tour, you only have to hand a deposit of $20 per audio set or a valid photo ID to the driver. You will receive the money or ID back at the end of the day when you return the audio tours. Complimentary disposable headphones included but you are welcome to also use your own headphones.
    • We offer pick-up at major hotels in downtown San Francisco or Fisherman's Wharf area. Please tell us your hotel location in the comments column when booking. We will then confirm availability for you.
    • The pick-up time is from 5:50am and 7:00am. Please arrive at the pick-up location 10-15 minutes prior to the requested pick-up time.
    • As a courtesy to fellow passengers, it's important to be on time. If clients are late or miss a scheduled pick-up time for the tour, please contact our office IMMEDIATELY. An alternative pick-up location may be arranged at the customer's expense, subject to availability. Any guest who misses their tour entirely will forfeit their seat on the tour. No refunds will be issued.
    • For child under 8 years old:
      Please note that for your child's safety, we require you to bring a child safety seat or booster seat for all children that are not at least 8 years of age or 4' 9" or 144 cm in height as dictated by California State Law. You will be required to provide your own child seat on all motor vehicle tours. Failure to provide a seat for your child will result in forfeiture of your seats on the tour without refund. If your child is 8 years or older or 4’9” in height you do not need to provide a child seat, however, please let us know.
    • We will assess a cleaning fee of up to $100 for any passenger who permanently stains or renders this vehicle temporarily unfit for passengers due to spillage of any substance such that the vehicle must be taken out of service and cleaned.

    Cancellation Policy

    Please see the Available Options section above for any details about cancellation policies.

    Pricing Info

    Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

    *Adult age: 12 and older
    *Child age: 11 and under (The minimum age for tours is 18 months.)

    Reservation Info

      1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
      2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
      3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
      4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

    Terms and Conditions

      - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
      - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
      - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
      - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
      - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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