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1-Day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour from San Francisco/San Jose

Our Price: from
US$219
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€191
C$308
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(Price shown is based on the lowest price per person over the next 60 days) Duration: 1 day Language: English; Spanish; Italian; Mandarin Chinese; French; German; Japanese; Korean; Portuguese Experience an inspiring one-day tour to Yosemite National Park’s towering granite peaks, cascading waterfalls, and scenic nature trails—the true jewel of the national park system. Named the best Yosemite tour from San Francisco by the Travel and Hospitality Awards, this tour includes five hours in the park, expert guided commentary, and a unique hike to the Giant Sequoias. Year after year, this experience earns more 5-star guest reviews than any other Yosemite tour out of SF.
Highlights:
  • Skip the line with an early bird arrival at Yosemite’s group tour gate
  • Spend the most time in Yosemite National Park - 2 hours free time in the Valley
  • Stops at Bridalveil Fall, Tunnel View, El Capitan Meadow, Valley View, and Yosemite Falls
  • Hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias (weather permitting)
  • Guaranteed daily departures
  • $100 Non Res Fee Nonresident Fee Notice: 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 payment link or on the bus at the start of your tour. Note that “America the Beautiful Non-Resident Pass” holders do not pay the $100 fee, the $250 pass covers up to 4 people at the entrance.

Itinerary

Day 1:San Francisco, CA - Yosemite National Park, CA(334 miles)

Meals: Meal: Excluded

(Conditions Permitting)*

  • 05:20 AM to 10:30 AM
    Convenient hotel pickup
    Learn about Yosemite and California as you cross the Central Valley
    Breakfast stop. Pick up snacks and lunch for the park
    Enter Yosemite National Park
  • 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM
    Admire Yosemite Valley and Half Dome from Tunnel View
    Relax and enjoy the view as you descend into Yosemite Valley
    Feel the mist on your face at Bridalveil Fall
  • 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM
    Free time to explore Yosemite Valley
    Enjoy our guided audio tour of Yosemite Valley
    Photograph the Merced River from the Swinging Bridge
    Hike to the platform at the base of Yosemite Falls
  • 2:00 PM to 4:30 PM
    Reboard the bus and head to El Capitan to spot some climbers
    Take a group photo at Valley View vista point
    Hike the Tuolumne Grove trail to Giant Sequoia redwoods (conditions permitting)
  • 4:30 to 9:00 PM
    Reflect on your day as you leave the Sierra Nevada Mountains
    Stop for a dinner break
    Watch as the sun sets into California’s golden hills
    Conclude the tour at your pickup location

* 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.

  • Yosemite National Park, CA
    Yosemite National Park in central California is best known for the amazing granite cliffs of the Yosemite Valley as well as the towering Yosemite Falls and Sequoias. Millions of people every year journey to this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Bridal Veil Falls
    Located in the Yosemite Valley California's Yosemite National Park, Bridal Veil Falls are one of the park's most famous sites. Millions of people every year come to see the 617-foot-high waterfall, which flows year-round.
  • El Capitan
    The largest granite monolith in the world, El Capitan is located across from Bridalveil Falls in Yosemite National Park. It juts up about 3,000 feet from the ground, and is a favorite of experienced rock climbers.
  • Half Dome
    The Half Dome is one of the most recognizable formations in California's Yosemite National Park. It is known the world over as a challenging and rewarding hiking and mountain climbing location, attracting thousands of adventurers every year.
  • Tunnel View
    One of Yosemite National Park's most popular outlooks, the Tunnel View near the Wawona Tunnel is often the first look at some of the famous formations visitors get. The site was renovated and re-dedicated in October of 2008.
  • Yosemite Falls
    The Yosemite Falls in Yosemite National Park, California are the highest known waterfall in all of North America. The Falls are on one of the park's most famous attractions, especially in the spring when they have the most water.

Departure & Return

  • Please note the pickup service is NOT available from residential addresses. This tour pick up from most hotels in these areas: Union Square, Financial District, SOMA, Van Ness Ave, Nob Hill, and Civic Center.
  • San Jose Pick up: 5:45am at Signia by Hilton San Jose - 170 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113. Pick-up is available Friday through Monday.
  • The return time to San Francisco is about 8:30 - 9:30 PM. We will drop-off customers the same location we pick-up from. Traffic and other unforeseen issues can cause delays or changes in these time which are out of our control. You'd better not make flight/travel arrangements on the same day as your tour.
  • Pickup Service: Complimentary pick-up service is available from most hotels in downtown San Francisco or Fisherman's Wharf area. Please call local tour operator to re-confirm pick up time. Exact pick-up time will be provided upon reconfirmation 24 hours prior to the tour.

Includes & Excludes

Price Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off from major San Francisco hotels
Live expert tour guide (English)
Early bird arrival at Yosemite
Park reservation and entry fee
Optional location-based audio guides in 8 languages
Transportation in mid-size, WiFi-equipped buses

Price Excludes

Meals (unless the gourmet lunch upgrade is selected)
Gratuities for guide and driver
Entry fee into Muir Woods ($15/person)
Yosemite National Park will charge an additional fee of $100 per person per park for foreign tourists (Non-U.S. residents) ages 16 and above, starting from 2026. However, if a visitor purchases a Non-Resident Annual Pass independently (priced at $250 per pass), the pass will also cover the nonresident fees for up to three additional adults in the pass holder's group.

Additional Notes

Please keep in mind that the tour duration may be too long for infants, but we leave this at your discretion.
Luggage policy: Customers are allowed up to two items (ie. 1 Personal item (purses, small day packs, camera cases etc.)+ 1 standard bag (a maximum dimension of 22 X 14 X 9 in) ) to travel free of charge. These items must be within the size limitations. Each additional item above the allowance will incur a $50 excess luggage fee. If customers bring Oversize luggage, they MUST inform us at least 48 hours prior to your tour, since space is very limited.
This tour has a 10 passenger minimum requirement. Tour will get confirmed until it reaches the requirement.

New Fee Policy for Foreign Visitors to Yosemite National Park

Policy Basis: This is an administrative policy change (Executive Order/Interior Department rule) by the U.S. Department of the Interior, effective January 1, 2026. It is considered a force majeure event or policy adjustment.

Key Regulations for Yosemite:

  1. Foreign Visitor Surcharge: All non-U.S. residents aged 16 and above must pay an additional $100 per person fee on top of the standard park entrance fee.

  2. Annual Pass Option: Non-U.S. residents can purchase a $250 annual pass covering this surcharge at all affected parks, including Yosemite. The pass will also cover the nonresident fees for up to three additional adults in the pass holder's group.

Important Notes:

  • Government-issued photo ID may be required at entry to verify residency.

  • All resulting costs are the traveler's responsibility.