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Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

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Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco w Pickup

About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration
15 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 35 people
People per booking
1–30
Audio guide
German, Korean, Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide
English
Operated by
Extranomical Tours

Ages: Children (0–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

  • Not included: Guide Gratuities
  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Entrance fees: Additional National Park Entrance Fee (Non-U.S. Residents Only) USD 100.00 per person

Itinerary

  1. San Francisco

    Passing 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

    Passing 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

    30 min

    Stop for breakfast and grab a quick bite at a nearby supermarket or Starbucks.

  4. Yosemite National Park

    5 hours

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

  5. Tunnel View

    15 min

    Iconic vista point offering panoramic views of El Capitan, Bridalveil Fall, and Half Dome.

  6. Stop 6

    15 min

    A short walk to the base of this 617-foot waterfall, known for the mist that blows in the wind.

  7. Sentinel bridge

    Passing by

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

  8. Yosemite Valley

    2 hours

    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

    15 min

    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

    15 min

    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

    15 min

    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

    1 h 15 min

    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

    Passing 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

    40 min

    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

    Passing by

    Wrap up your adventure with a comfortable ride back and drop-off in San Francisco at your original pickup location.

  16. Yosemite Valley

    Passing by

    Yosemite National Park

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Meet at the Mason Street entrance (Eastern entrance) at 5:50 am.

End point

  • Meet at the Mason Street entrance (Eastern entrance) at 5:50 am.

Pickup points

  • Holiday Inn San Francisco-Golden Gateway by IHG
  • The Mosser
  • Hotel Fairmont San Francisco
  • Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
  • Hilton San Francisco Financial District
  • JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square
  • Hilton San Francisco Union Square
  • The Jay, Autograph Collection
  • Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Fisherman’s Wharf

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).

Using your ticket

•If your booking is less than 24hrs in advance please contact us immediately to re-confirm and schedule your pickup

  • Free pickup at most downtown San Francisco and Fisherman's Wharf hotels between 5:20am-6:00am.

•It is recommended to check the weather forecast prior and dress appropriately, in summer it can be over 90-100 degrees F (32-38 degrees C), you may want to bring swimming gear to cool down

•During winter months, please wear winter clothes, especially shoes or boots with rubber soles and treads, are recommended. We will always do what we can to make your trip enjoyable, but safety is "Job 1", so the route and itinerary may be changed due to snow depth, road conditions, construction projects and detours.

•Access to Sequoia Grove can be difficult during winter months, generally October through May, and other activities may be substituted at the discretion of the guide.

•If you have a child under the age of 8 or under the height of 4' 9", you MUST bring your own child safety seat to use on the tour. If the child is under 8 years and are 4' 9" (1.4 m) or taller they may use a safety belt in lieu of a car seat.

•As a courtesy to fellow passengers, it’s important to be on time. If you are late or miss a scheduled pickup time, please contact us IMMEDIATELY at +1 415-357-0700. An alternative pick up location may be arranged at your expense, subject to availability. Any guest who misses their tour entirely will forfeit their seat on the tour. No refunds will be issued.

•For foreign language audio: It is recommended to download files onto your device prior to the tour (as reception is not available in certain areas of the tour), please bring along your charged device and earbuds. You will receive the link details via email. If not received prior, please contact us at: [email protected] or 415-357-0700

Please Note: National Park fees may apply for international visitors. If applicable, this fee is collected in-destination and not at the time of booking.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • 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.

Options

  • Tour Spanish audio

    Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in Spanish

  • Tour French audio

    Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in French

    Pickup included

  • Tour Portuguese Audio

    Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in Portuguese

    Pickup included

  • Tour Italian audio

    Tour Italian Audio: Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in Italian

    Pickup included

  • Tour German audio

    Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in German

  • Tour Korean Audio

    Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in Korean

    Pickup included

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  • Tour Japanese Audio

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Traveller ratings

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