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From San Francisco: Full Day Yosemite and Giant Sequoia Tour

See the awe-inspiring monuments of Half Dome and El Capitan

5.0 · 1 ratings15 hrs
From€200.01Price updates with your selection.
Duration15 hrs
LocationSan Francisco

The experience

See the awe-inspiring monuments of Half Dome and El Capitan

An inspiring one-day tour to the towering granite peaks, cascading waterfalls, and nature trails that make Yosemite National Park the jewel of the national park system.

Travel and Hospitality Awards named this the best Yosemite tour from San Francisco. Year after year, expert-guided commentary available in nine languages, five hours spent in the park, and a unique hike to experience Giant Sequoia redwoods earn the tour more 5-star guest reviews than anyone. Also, enjoy free time in Yosemite Valley for over 2 hours.

What’s included

  • Early-bird arrival at Yosemite
  • Live expert tour guide (English)
  • Pickup at most San Francisco hotels
  • Hike to Yosemite’s Giant Sequoias trees (conditions permitting)
  • Stops at Inspiration Point, El Capitan and the trail to Yosemite Falls
  • Over 2 hours of free time to explore Yosemite Valley
  • Park reservation and entry fee for U.S. residents

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional but recommended)

Where to go

Yosemite Day Trips from San Francisco

251 Mason Street

View meeting point mapLocal timezone: America/Los_Angeles

Before you book

Important visitor information

Must know

Extended time in Yosemite Valley is offered from Nov-March when the Giant Sequoias hike may be unsafe due to ice and snow

Tour runs rain/shine

Non-US residents ages 16+ must pay a $100 entrance fee unless they have an America the Beautiful Annual Pass; payable at check-in

Before purchase

You must bring a child safety seat for children under 8 years of age or 4 foot 9 inches (144cm) tall.

Good to know

Between November and March, when the trail is not safe due to snow and ice accumulation, we substitute the hike with additional time in Yosemite Valley

When the Tuolumne Grove Trail is unsafe due to snow or ice, we substitute alternative experiences in Yosemite Valley.

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 is collected by the tour operator via a separate payment link.

Holders of the America the Beautiful Non-Resident Pass are exempt from the $100 fee, as the $250 pass covers up to four people at park entry.

*Itinerary**

05:20 AM -10:30 AM: Hotel Pickup, Head to Yosemite

10:30 AM -12:30 PM: Admire Views of Yosemite Valley

12:30 PM -2:00 PM: Explore the Valley On Your Own

2:00 PM -2:45 PM: Stops at El Capitan and Valley View

2:45 PM -4:30 PM: Hike to Giant Sequoia Redwoods

4:30 PM -9:00 PM: Return to San Francisco

How to use

Show your smartphone ticket to the driver at the time of pick-up to board the vehicle

Pick-up is between 5:20-6:00 AM and is possible from most hotels in San Francisco, please fill in your hotel pickup location during checkout

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