Semi Private Tour to Sequoia National Park with Lunch

5.0 (55 reviews) 8–12 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

This is a great way to get an overview of Sequoia National Park and see all of the iconic sites in a small guided day trip.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 12 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Authentic Adventures Central California

Ages: Children (2–12 years) · Adults (13–61 years) · Seniors (62–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Bottled water
Included: Hiking Poles
Included: Snacks
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

45 min

This place is a must-stop before any trip to Sequoia National Park. Here we will stop, grab a cup of coffee, and some delicious pastries, and go over the details of the day.

From their lattes to their italian sodas, you can not go wrong with a drink here. My favorites are their vanilla and spiced chai.

As for food, you have lots of options, and their baked goods are all made in-house! If you are wanting something sweet, their scones and cinnamon rolls are to die for. My favorite go-to sandwich here is the spicy ring- a jalapeno cheese homemade bagel with a sausage quiche. There are keto, vegetarian and gluten free options here too.
Giant Forest Museum

45 min

The museum is housed in a historic market in the Giant Forest sequoia grove at 6,500 feet (1,980 m) elevation. Explore exhibits about sequoias and learn why this landscape grows the biggest of big trees.
General Sherman Tree

2 hours

Our next stop will be to the General Sherman tree, located in the Giant Forest. This short and easy hike will surround you with Giant Sequoias, some of the largest and oldest trees in America. There is a chance to walk through the trunk of a fallen tree, stand inside a hollow tree and take tons of photos of these giants.
Big Trees Trail

one hour

This 0.75-mile (1 km) trail circles Round Meadow. Colorful trailside panels describe sequoia ecology. Start at Giant Forest Museum and follow the paved, accessible trail from there. Parking for people with disability placards is available at the trailhead. Allow 1-hour round trip.
Moro Rock Trail

one hour Admission included

As you enter Sequoia National Park, Moro Rock looms overhead, thousands of feet above the highway. This large granite dome is a spectacular geologic feature that can be enjoyed from above or below.

A concrete and stone stairway leads over 350 steps to the top of Moro Rock. Even just a short distance from the parking area and above the forests's canopy, the Great Western Divide's peaks become visible. As you climb, views open up from the foothills and San Joaquin Valley to the west, to deep into wilderness to the east.

Handrails along the way make the climb relatively safe, though you should keep a close eye on small children because of steep dropoffs along the entire route. The hike can be strenuous; taking your time as you climb can help you adjust to the thinner air at higher elevations.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Holiday Inn Express Visalia - Sequoia Gateway Area By IHG
Lamp Liter Inn
Knights Inn Madera
Gateway Inn
Holiday Inn Express Madera-Yosemite Park Area by IHG
Hampton Inn & Suites Madera
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Madera
Hotel Paisano
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Madera
Cynthia Motel
Reedley Inn
Hyatt House Fresno / Campus Pointe

and 106 more pickup points

I also do home pick ups!

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.