Wonders of Yosemite: Explore Yosemite Valley and Giant Sequoias

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About this activity

Explore the iconic landscapes of Yosemite Valley and the majestic giant sequoias on this guided naturalist hike. This full-day adventure features dramatic waterfalls, colorful vistas, and insights into the park's geological wonders. The tour includes a leisurely 3-mile round-trip walk to a grove of giant sequoias, allowing you to appreciate their grandeur up close. Ideal for nature enthusiasts and families (ages 8+), this tour combines expert guidance with transportation, a lunch voucher, and snowshoe rental when needed for winter excursions.

Full-day guided tour from 9am to 5:30pm with a naturalist guide
Explore Yosemite Valley’s icons and hidden gems
3-mile round-trip walk to see giant sequoias
Suitable for ages 8 and up, with a maximum group size of 9

Hiking Tours Small Group Additional fees Low Supplier Cancellation Rate Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate Short term availability Weather Dependent - Moderate

At a glance

Duration: 8–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 7 people
People per booking: 1–7
Guide: English
Operated by: Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite Guided Excursions

Ages: Youth (8–15 years) · Adults (16–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: You will receive a lunch voucher upon check-in. This voucher is redeemable before the trip at our General Store. This store is located on property.

Not included

Not included: Admission fees: Park Admission - This fee is waivable if you present an America the Beautiful Pass, Senior Pass, or Yosemite Vehicle Entrance Receipt.
Not included: Government fees: Non-resident fees will be charged at the admission gate. Each adult (16 years or older) will be charged a non-resident admission fee. Fee waivable with an America the Beautiful Pass.

Itinerary

Tunnel View

30 min

View one of the most iconic vista points in Yosemite. See Half Dome, El Capitan, and Bridalveil Fall all from one stop.
Yosemite Falls

one hour

Experience one of the tallest waterfalls in the lower 48 states.
El Capitan

30 min

See the crown jewel of Big Wall climbing
Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias

2 hours

Experience a 3 mile round trip hike to see Yosemite's Giant Sequoias.
Yosemite Valley

5 hours

This two-in-one Yosemite Valley and giant sequoia guided naturalist hike and tour is a memorable, fun day getting to know Yosemite from an insider’s perspective. Let us do the driving while you enjoy dramatic waterfalls, a spectrum of colorful landscapes, stunning panoramic vistas and majestic giant sequoia trees.

The Yosemite Valley portion of this tour showcases the Valley’s icons as well as its hidden secrets. You’ll gain an understanding of how glaciers, rivers, rocks and erosion created this scenic wonder, and get some insight into John Muir’s legacy.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

All groups meet at the Recreation Center at Rush Creek Lodge.

End point

All groups meet at the Recreation Center at Rush Creek Lodge.

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

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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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

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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.

Options

Firefall Route

Duration: 9 hours

Lunch Voucher: You will receive a lunch voucher redeemable at the Rush Creek Lodge General Store before the start of the trip.

Firefall Route: This trip will start at Firefall Ranch and pickup at Rush Creek Lodge before entering Yosemite National Park
Evergreen Route

Duration: 9 hours

Lunch Voucher: You will receive a lunch voucher that is redeemable at the Rush Creek Lodge General Store before the start of the trip.