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Enchanting small group Yosemite National Park Tour from Cupertino

5.0 (2 reviews) 13–14 hours Free cancellation
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Enchanting small group Yosemite National Park Tour from Cupertino

About this activity

Explore and relish the enchanted day trip to Yosemite from SFO -something you don’t want to miss. Enjoy the great the great outdoors with both guided sightseeing and free time, ensuring you see the UNESCO World Heritage Site’s major attractions, like Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Yosemite Valley. Travel through the Central Valley farmlands, historical Gold Country, and the Sierra Nevada foothills spend hours snapping photos of Yosemite’s stunning forests, rock formations, and waterfalls Visit Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and El Capitan on a guided van tour.

Enjoy free time to explore Yosemite’s other natural wonders by foot or bike. Take in a breathtaking panorama from the Tunnel View overlook for an expansive view of the Yosemite Valley. Small-group tour with a private and group options limited to 5 ensures a more personalized experience.

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At a glance

Duration
13–14 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 5 people
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
English
Guide
English
Written guide
English
Operated by
BARBIL TOURS

What is included

Included

  • Included: In-person, Audio and Written: English
  • Included: Water bottles
  • Included: Expert guide
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off within city limits
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Not included: Food & Drinks
  • Not included: Gratuities
  • Not included: Government fees: Entrance fee - Additional National Park Entrance Fee (Non-U.S. Residents Only) USD 100.00 per person

Itinerary

  1. Financial District

    Passing by

    Start your tour from Cupertino downtown towards SF surrounded by skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech businesses and Fortune 500 companies.

  2. San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge

    The San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge is the region's workhorse bridge, carrying more than a third of the traffic of all of the state-owned bridges combined. It is also a jewel along the San Francisco waterfront.

  3. Yosemite National Park

    4 hours

    Drive from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park.

    Sierra Nevada (Pass By) The Sierra Nevada is a mountain range in the Western United States, between the Central Valley of California and the Great Basin. Big Oak Flat Road (Pass By) Traveling the historic Big Oak Flat Road from the western entrance of Yosemite National Park across to the Tioga Pass entrance on the east, provides drivers easy access to the stunning beauty of Yosemite’s high country landscapes.

  4. Oakdale

    30 min

    You'll pass through the Central Valley to have a taste of California's most productive agricultural region, providing more than half of the vegetables and fruits grown in the US. We will make a quick stop at Oakdale to purchase your supplies for the day: water, snacks, food for hiking, or your whole picnic.

  5. Yosemite Falls

    one hour

    Flows: approximately November through July, with peak flow in May.

    Look for the ice cone at the base of the upper fall during winter and for roaring runoff April through June. Yosemite Falls, one of the world's tallest, is actually made up of three separate falls: Upper Yosemite Fall (1,430 feet), the middle cascades (675 feet), and Lower Yosemite Fall (320 feet).

    You can see Yosemite Falls from numerous places around Yosemite Valley, especially around Yosemite Village and Yosemite Valley Lodge. A one-mile loop trail leads to the base of Lower Yosemite Falls

  6. Yosemite National Park

    4 hours

    Not just a great valley, but a shrine to human foresight, the strength of granite, the power of glaciers, the persistence of life, and the tranquility of the High Sierra.

    First protected in 1864, Yosemite National Park is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more. Explore the most visually stunning places on earth. Your tour will include stops at Tunnel View, Bridal veil Falls, El Capitan, Half Dome, and Yosemite Valley.

  7. Cupertino

    4 hours

    Drop the guests back to drop off locations

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Comfort Inn
  • Holiday Inn Express Redwood City-Central by IHG
  • Aloft by Marriott Cupertino
  • San Jose Mineta International Airport
  • Juniper Hotel Cupertino, Curio Collection by Hilton

Our guide will call you one day before the tour date and confirm the pick-up timing and location.

Please install WhatsApp to have an easy communication with our guide.

Using your ticket

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%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • 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.

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Enchanting small group Yosemite National Park Tour from Cupertino

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