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Highlights:Visit Yosemite and Giant Sequoias. Roundtrip transportation included.
Yosemite National Park Amission included
Free Wifi on bus and van
Live narration is given in English. Audio headsets are available in Spanish, German, French, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese, Japanese and Korean for the tour at no extra cost
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OUR GUIED WAS VERY INFORMED AND SHARED A LOT OF STORIES WITH US, IT WAS A GOOD EXPERIENCE, ESPECIALLY IF YOU DON'T WANT TO RENT A CAR AND GO BY YOURSELF
It was an AMAZING trip! I highly recommend taking this tour if you do not have time to hike/camp at Yosemite. I took my parents here and they absolutely loved it. The tour guide, Denise, was an added ... More>>
Nice tour. I reserved late night for Christmas for Yosemite just a day before the tour. Their response was so quick and also guided tour was awesome.
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Itinerary
This Yosemite 1-Day Tour maximizes the time you spend in Yosemite National Park by starting early. This is the only Yosemite Tour that enables you to cover both the Yosemite Valley & the Giant Sequoias in one day. We will also spend more than 5 hours inside Yosemite National Park, more than any other single Yosemite day tour from in San Francisco.
When going through Yosemite Valley, we'll stop to see El Capitan, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, Inspiration Point (otherwise known as Tunnel View), and Yosemite Village. After a 1 hour lunch break at the Yosemite Lodge, we'll drive to a higher altitude and to a lesser traveled part of the national park.
Here, we'll stop beneath the Giant Sequoia Tree Grove and see the world's largest living organisms. After a 2 mile (1 mile each way) hike to see the Giant Sequoia Trees, and a full day in the fresh Yosemite air, we'll finally head back to San Francisco, where our bus will drop travelers off at directly at their hotel.
Winter Months Note: The Giant Sequoias hike depends on snow levels and trail conditions from October to April, so the route and itinerary may be changed due to snow depth, road conditions, construction projects and detours and it cannot be guaranteed.
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.
Due to government shutdown, park is open but operating with emergency staff only. Some park services like snow removal and trash service will not be available but hotels are open and operating.
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.
For Yosemite tour, we have one East Bay pick up point at 7:20AM: 7-Eleven Store - 891 Airway Blvd, Livermore, CA 94551. Also one San Jose pick up point at 6:00AM: Fairmont Hotel San Jose - 170 S Market St, San Jose, CA 95113.If you choose those place to pick up, please write the address to "Hotel Pick-up Info".
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. Please click here to see the list of available hotels and pickup times. Exact pick-up time will be provided upon reconfirmation 24 hours prior to the tour.
Please note the pickup service is NOT available from residential addresses. Hotel name and address for pickup could be added during the procedure of checking out.
The return time to San Francisco is about 8:30 - 9:30 PM.
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.
Price Includes
Yosemite park entrance fee
Hotel pick-up and return transfer
Roundtrip ground transportation via air-conditioned group van or minibus
Professional tour guide
Price Excludes
Meals and beverages
Gratuities for guide and driver
On the day of the tour, please bring a $20 security deposit per audio set. You will receive the money back at the end of the day when you return the audio tour set.
Additional Note
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 + 1 standard bag) to travel free of charge. These items must be within the size limitations. Each additional item above the allowance will incur a $25 excess luggage fee.Bags that weigh up to 50 lbs and have a maximum dimension of 62" (linear). Any Oversize luggage larger than the Standard Bag size is $50. 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 6 passenger minimum requirement. Tour will get confirmed until it reaches the requirement.
Policies
Confirmation
Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a receipt of booking by email. All tours can be will be confirmed within 1-2 business day.
Redemption
You will receive an confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order was received.
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your
destination, are included on your Confirmation Email (e-ticket). When you
reserve your attractions and services you will be asked to print e-tickets to
present when you arrive at your destination. You must print the e-tickets and
take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.
Terms & Condition
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Booking changes
A fee may be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Name changes or corrections may be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary may be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply. Please be noted that we do not allow departure change 48 hours before departure.
Cancellations and Cancellation Fees
Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed and pending bookings. Therefore, cancellation penalties and or fees will apply. Time of cancellation will be determined when notice is received and confirmed by our office. Notice of cancellation must be made directly to TakeTours by email or through web mail at Contact Us .
Cancellation penalties per person for 1-day or half day tours
(Notification day and departure day are not counted)
7 days or more prior to departure - the greater of $35 or 10% of total purchase amount.
Within 7 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
Day of departure or no show - 100% per person.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a schedule trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every efforts to maintain the normal operation.
There is 6% handling fee add-on to the above penalties.
Cancellation penalties per person for overnights tours
(Notification day and departure day are not counted)
10 days or more prior to departure - the greater of $35 or 10% of total purchase amount.
Within 10 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
Day of departure or no show - 100% per person.
Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a schedule trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every efforts to maintain the normal operation.
There is 6% handling fee add-on to the above penalties.
NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of tour.
Itinerary Variations
We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
Tour Cancellation:
We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, TakeTours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or similar tour.. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.
We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.
I noticed that the tour reserves an hour for lunch. Can we bring snacks and water along with us for the trip as well? by Stacy on 2019-02-21
Dear Customer, You are allowed to bring your own snacks and water. We do not allow any perishables on the bus or anything that will stain, or harm the bus in anyway. Only water is allowed on the bus, no other drinks will be allowed. If you have any further questions or concerns feel free to contact our support team available 24/7. Best Regards
Taketours on 2019-02-22
Hi, when will we be back to San Francisco? by Wen on 2019-01-16
Dear Customer, Thank you for your email, The return time to San Francisco is about 8:30 - 9:30 PM. 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. If you have any further questions or concerns feel free to contact our support team available 24/7. Best regards.
Taketours on 2019-01-16
Hi,
I am thinking of booking this tour for September and was wandering how much hiking is involved. I am looking for something minimal on this occasion as I will be in the area but I cannot hike up/down hill properly at the moment. by Sim on 2018-06-27
This Yosemite 1-Day Tour maximizes the time you spend in Yosemite National Park by starting early. This is the only Yosemite Tour that enables you to cover both the Yosemite Valley & the Giant Sequoias in one day. We will also spend more than 5 hours inside Yosemite National Park, more than any other single Yosemite day tour from in San Francisco.
When going through Yosemite Valley, we'll stop to see El Capitan, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, Inspiration Point (otherwise known as Tunnel View), and Yosemite Village. After a 1 hour lunch break at the Yosemite Lodge, we'll drive to a higher altitude and to a lesser traveled part of the national park.
Here, we'll stop beneath the Giant Sequoia Tree Grove and see the world's largest living organisms. After a 2 mile (1 mile each way) hike to see the Giant Sequoia Trees, and a full day in the fresh Yosemite air, we'll finally head back to San Francisco, where our bus will drop travelers off at directly at their hotel.
Taketours on 2018-06-28
I want to bring a booster seet(without back) with me for my kid under 8 years old. Is it okay? Does tour bus seats have shoulder seat belt? by Mitsuharu Sugano on 2018-06-07
Of course you can. Usually the tour bus seats have the lap belt.
Taketours on 2018-06-08
me estare hospedando en el castle inn que lugar de recorrida es el mas cercano para recoger el bus by nicolas on 2018-03-06
Buenas tardes,
Si recojemos pasajeros de el Castle Inn en San Francisco 1565 Broadway San Francisco, CA 94109. La salida es aproximadamente a las 5:50 AM em la maƱana.
Taketours on 2018-03-07
Could you please provide a timeline of what the tour would be like? And isn't the drive to Yosemite National Park about 4 hours instead of 2 hours? by Cindy on 2017-07-14
When going through Yosemite Valley, we'll stop to see El Capitan, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, Inspiration Point (otherwise known as Tunnel View), and Yosemite Village. After a 1 hour lunch break at the Yosemite Lodge, we'll drive to a higher altitude and to a lesser traveled part of the national park. Also the drive from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park is about 4 hours depending on Traffic.
Here, we'll stop beneath the Giant Sequoia Tree Grove and see the world's largest living organisms. After a 2 mile (1 mile each way) hike to see the Giant Sequoia Trees, and a full day in the fresh Yosemite air, we'll finally head back to San Francisco, where our bus will drop travelers off at directly at their hotel.
Taketours on 2017-07-18
Do you pick up from West Dublin/Pleasanton BART for the 1-day Yosemite and Sequoia tour? by Josie on 2017-06-27
Thank you very much for your email. All pick up information are provided on our web page, please double check online. Should you have more questions do not hesitate to contact us on support@taketours.com Best regards, TakeTours Support team
Taketours on 2017-06-27
Hello! Can you please tell me how long is the ride to the Yosemite national park? How many hours we get to spend in the Yosemite national park and Sequoias national park? Thanks! by Natalia Pakharuk on 2017-05-10
Good afternoon,
The drive to Yosemite is about 2.5 hours. We visit all the attractions listed on our site at the parks. You will also have approximately 1 hour of free time as well.
Taketours on 2017-05-14
Hello again! Does the price of USD165 already include admission tickets to both national parks? Thanks! by Pam Marie Ang on 2017-03-13
Hello! Yes. But the price not include: Meals and beverages Gratuities for guide and driver; On the day of the tour, please bring a $20 security deposit per audio set. You will receive the money back at the end of the day when you return the audio tour set.
Taketours on 2017-03-13
Hi! I am planning to take this tour on March 27. I will be staying at the Golden Gate Hotel in San Francisco. Can you pick me up from this hotel? If not, can you send me a link of the hotels that are included in your pick-up service?
I would also like to know what time I can expect to be back in San Francisco after the tour.
Thank you so much! by Pam on 2017-03-13
Hello! Please check the hotel pick-up list in the following link: https://www.taketours.com/ps/p1/85738.html
Taketours on 2017-03-15
Hi,
Does the trip include visits to Yosemite National Park AND Sequoia National Park, or just seeing some giant sequoias within Yosemite National park? Thanks by Guy Gauthier on 2017-03-07
thank you for your email, you will be visiting Sequoia National Park as well as Yosemite National Park. The giant sequoias are in the Sequoia National Park. If you have any further questions or concerns feel free to contact our support team available 24/7. Best Regards.
Taketours on 2017-03-07
Hello,
I'm thinking on taking this tour in the middle of March, and I want to know if:
1. The pickup place could it be in HI - Downtown (312 Mason St)
2. The tour includes both sequoias and the magnificent Capitan?
3. In case of snow, what happens with the itinerary?
Thanks in advance! by Nicolas on 2017-02-25
Hello! 1. Please check the hotel pick up list: https://www.taketours.com/ps/p1/85738.html Unfortunately Hi-Downtown hotel isn't on the list, you will have to go to the closest hotel to get picked up; 2. Yes. If weather condition is not permitted, the tour might not able to visit Sequoias park, sorry. Winter Months Note: The Giant Sequoias hike depends on snow levels and trail conditions from October to April, so the route and itinerary may be changed due to snow depth, road conditions, construction projects and detours and it cannot be guaranteed.
Taketours on 2017-03-05
I will be in San jose, Can you able to pick me up on 20th April 2017 from San jose for this trip ??, also do you have 1 day tour from San jose for san francisco city tour which covers 17 mile drive for 19th April 2017?? or can you customise for me pick up San Jose on 19th and day tour for San francisco and full day tour to Yosemite, and sequoias,?? let me know, Thanks by Bhushan Vora on 2017-02-21
Good morning,
We are sorry we do not deviate from the pick up locations we service . We are not able to pick-up passengers from San Jose for this tour.
Complimentary pick-up service is available from most hotels in downtown San Francisco or Fisherman's Wharf area.
Taketours on 2017-03-05
Hello we are considering in taking the one day tour in June 16th and just wondered what time would pick up be from the Stanford court hotel and what time would we return back to our hotel.
Kind regards by Claudia on 2017-02-12
Good morning,
The pick up time can be between 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM . We will notify you with with exact details once your tour is confirmed.
Taketours on 2017-02-12
I'm planning to take your trip on 26th or 27th Dec 2016. Will you be having your at this time ?
Also will Yosemite be good to visit at this time. I will be travelling with middle and elementary school kids. So want to know if the travel is worth at this time of the year. by Anand on 2016-12-09
Good morning ,
This tour is available throughout the year and will be available on the 26th & 27th of December. Yosemite is a great place to visit throughout the year . Keep in mind that your experience will differ from season to season. It is colder this time of year & weather conditions may affect the tour. For the most part we have good weather in California throughout the year and we normally move forward with the tour unless there is a big storm or severe weather which is rare.
Taketours on 2016-12-10
Hello, do you do pick ups in Concord Station? If not, what is the closest alternative? Also, what time will we arrive in San Francisco? Thanks. by Tina V. on 2016-11-13
Good morning ,
Please use this link to see the pick up locations available for this tour.
https://www.taketours.com/ps/p1/85738.html
Passenger pick up are also available from West Oakland BART station the pick-up time is 7am For Dublin/Pleasanton BART station 7:20am
Taketours on 2016-11-16
Hi,
Me and my family will be visiting to San Francisco and plans to visit Yosemite with this tour. May I know if this tour will be available on the 30th of December,2016 and also what would be the nearest pickup if we are staying nearby 19th Ave. by Chien on 2016-10-22
Thank you for your email. This tour is available for 12/30. Please find the following link for the possible hotel pick up locations: https://www.taketours.com/ps/p1/85738.html .Thank you
Taketours on 2016-10-23
We will be in San Francisco on Thanksgiving week. Will the one-day-tour be available any day during this week? Also we will be staying at the Wyndham Canterbury Hotel, do you pick up at this location? by REINALDO SANTOS on 2016-10-09
Thank you for your email. Yes, the tour is available during the thanksgiving weekend. The tour do pick up at Wyndham Canterbury hotel.
Taketours on 2016-10-11
may i have the url to check the closest pick up point from my hotel (Chase Suite Hotel Newark/Silicon Valley, 39150 Cedar Boulevard), thanks! by Liling on 2016-10-04
Unfortunatly for this tour, it only picks up in San Francisco urban area. There are some tours do pick up in cities in south bay area. Would you please take a look of the tour 687-3845. It picks up at Fremont, CA; this would be cloest pick up point from your hotel.
https://www.taketours.com/san-francisco-ca/1-day-yosemite-national-park-tour-from-san-francisco-687-3845.html
Taketours on 2016-10-05
Hi. I would like to book the yosemite+sequoia for the 8th of October 2016 for me and my family (2 adults, 2 children - 9 yo). Before booking online, I would like to be sure that there are no problems and you will pick us up at our hotel (hilton union square - san francisco). It would be great if you can send me an email with all the details.
Many thanks
francesco by Francesco on 2016-09-20
Dear Francesco,
Thank you for your question. This tour will be picking up at 333 O'Farrell St, East Entrance of Hilton Union Square on Mason.
Please let us know if you have any question. Thank you for your interest.
Taketours on 2016-09-20
My husband and me are interested in taking the one day tour on September 18. Before booking we want to make sure things are ok. We would like to know if we can bring our two carry on cases to the bus. We will check out hotel early in the morning, take the one day trip, and then take off on a late night flight. If we cannot bring the cases with us, can we leave them in your office and pick them up when we return from Yosemite? by Luanne Liang on 2016-08-25
Thank you for your email, Normally, a passenger is allowed to take one big piece of luggage and one carry-on. You may bring additional luggage if there is space in the luggage compartment.If you have further questions feel free to contact our support group, available 24/7. Best Regards.
Taketours on 2016-08-28
Hi, Taketours, I'm not hotel visitor just living in San Francisco. But I want to join your tour. How can I get to your pick-up point? Is it OK to just select nearest hotel name/location from my apartment?
Or, if I have other way to ride on your bus, please let me know. Thank you. by Hidekku on 2016-07-28
Thank you for your email, We do have BART Pick Up: Pick ups are also available from BARTS.
West Oakland BART station the pick-up time is 7am
For Dublin/Pleasanton BART station 7:20am
Please feel free to contact us should you have any further questions.
Best Regards,
Taketours on 2016-07-28
Hi, can I choose an alternative pick up and drop off? That's because I'm not staying in a hotel and the hotels are far from my residence. I would like to be picked up at Raunch street. Is that possible? by skylar on 2016-06-08
Hello ,
We are only able to pick passengers up from the locations listed on the following link. https://www.taketours.com/ps/p1/85738.html
Taketours on 2016-06-08
Is there pick up available from a San Jose hotel? by Tina Shah on 2016-04-22
https://www.taketours.com/ps/p1/85738.html
Please check the link for all the available pick up locations, thanks.
Taketours on 2016-04-22
Hi, Im interested in Yosemite trip
Do we walk a lot?
I want to know if I have to prepare a pair of shoes by Teekaphan on 2016-03-17
Dear Teekaphanļ¼
Thanks for emailing us.
For this tour, we do have some hiking activity. But it is not too much, because basically,we don't have enough time for that.
Customerserviceteam
Taketours on 2016-03-17
Hi, I have some questions
Im going to Yosemite & Giant Sequoias on April 7.
Do I need a coat?
And I want to know if I wear sneaker is it OK?
Thank you by Teekaphan on 2016-03-17
Dear Teekaphan,
Yes, it will be cool during morning and evening, it is better to take a coat with you. Sneaker will be fine.
Customerserviceteam
Taketours on 2016-03-17
Need to know if there are any restrictions on this tour due to weather conditions and some closed routes?
We are 2 adults that would like to take the tour Thursday March 10th 2016, or Froday March 11st 2016.
thanks by Adrian on 2016-03-09
Dear Adrian,
Thanks fro emailing us.
Winter Months Note: The Giant Sequoias hike depends on snow levels and trail conditions from October to April, so the route and itinerary may be changed due to snow depth, road conditions, construction projects and detours and it cannot be guaranteed.
Moth of March 10th and March 11st are not available. The next available date will be March 13th.
Customer Service TEAM
Taketours on 2016-03-10
May I know if you pick up from Hotel Shuttack Plaza, at Down Town Berkeley?
2086 Allston Way, Berkeley CA 94704 by Jin on 2016-02-09
Dear Jin,
Thanks for emailing us.
From the list on our Website,we did not find the hotel you have mentioned.
The tour operator may not offer pick up service from the hotel.
Please feel free should you have any further questions.
Layna
CustomerServiceTeam
Taketours on 2016-02-09
Hi.
How cold will it be there in the end of February? What kind of shoes and clothes should I wear? by Margo on 2016-02-01
Hello, during the February, it will be average high- 52F degree and average low- 31F degree in Yosemite park. It will rains or snows there sometimes. Please prepare jacket or coat.
Taketours on 2016-02-02
Hi there,
Is it possible to go the Giant Sequoias on 6th Jan 2016?
Thank you and look forward to your reply! by Ling on 2015-12-27
Yes, this tour is available for booking on your requested date, please.
Taketours on 2015-12-28
Hi
I will travel with one kid(17months) could you advice if any cost to children? thanks. by WU on 2015-12-01
Dear Wu, your kid will be treated as an adult, please, at least when booking the tour.
Taketours on 2015-12-02
Hi I'm staying at an Airbnb house, can you pick me up there or somewhere near Moscone Center? by Kevin on 2015-11-12
Hello Kevin,
If your hotel is not listed you can meet at this standard point; BART Pick Up: Pick ups are also available from BARTS. Please input your BART location from below for the pick up, if needed.
West Oakland BART station the pick-up time is 7am
For Dublin/Pleasanton BART station 7:20am
Pickup Service: Complimentary pick-up service is available from most hotels in San Francisco.Please click here to see the list of available hotels and pickup times. Exact pick-up time will be provided upon reconfirmation 24 hours prior to the tour.Thank you have a wonderful day.
Taketours on 2015-11-12
We will be in San Francisco the week of Sept 14 and are interested in the one day trip to Yosemite. What is the usual pickup time/drop off time and how much time do you have at the Yosemite? What is the weather like in Sept?
Thank you. by Paula Rallis on 2015-06-17
Hi Paula Rallis, For the pick up, Departure & Return
BART Pick Up: Pick ups are also available from BARTS. Please input your BART location from below for the pick up, if needed.
West Oakland BART station the pick-up time is 7am
For Dublin/Pleasanton BART station 7:20am
Pickup Service: Complimentary pick-up service is available from most hotels in San Francisco.Please click here(https://www.taketours.com/ps/p1/85738.html)to see the list of available hotels and pickup times. Exact pick-up time will be provided upon reconfirmation 24 hours prior to the tour. The pick up and drop off will be same. We will be Yosemite around 5 hours, but it will depends on the traffic condition. For the weather, we advise you google it online.
Taketours on 2015-06-18
Hi, I live in San Jose. Can I have pick up time schedule? so that I can arrange to take a train to go to the san francisco. by Jane on 2015-03-10
please copy this link and paste it on your url
https://www.taketours.com/ps/p1/85738.html
for a list of hotel pick up locations.
OR
on the tour web page on the section
--Departure & Return--
Click on on "Please click here to see the list of available hotels and pickup times"
Taketours on 2015-03-10
I have a plan to stay Hi - San Francisco Fisheman's Wharf for four days. Is it possible to pick up me at this hostel? by Hyunji Song on 2015-03-09
yes we do pick up at the HI San Francisco Fisherman's
Taketours on 2015-03-09
Hi, I'll be guest at my friend's house close to Adante Hotel in SF. May I put this hotel as pick-up place?
Thanks in advance by Luigia on 2014-09-03
Yes, this tour can pick up from Adante Hotel. Please leave your hotel info when you make the reservation. Pick up time will be sent to you with confirmation later.
Taketours on 2014-09-15
how long does it take?
Please let me know the schedule time like from~ to~.
Can I use free wifi in a bus? by JIEUN LEE on 2014-06-13
We are sorry that we don't have the time table here, you can confirm the info with the tour guide during the tour. Usually, the bus equip with Wifi.
Taketours on 2014-06-16
I already booked this program on January 8th.
When I booked this, there was no Krean for audio device, so I chose N/A, but
I want to get audio device in Korean.
Could you note this and give me audio device in Korean?
Thanks. by haejeong jeong on 2014-01-05
Hello, Ms. Hae Jeong thank you for your inquiry and yes, we have noted that and a audio device in Korean will be given to you on the day of the tour. Please note that there is a $20 deposit. Those $20 deposit will be given back once the audio device is return after the tour.
Taketours on 2014-01-06
Is the Sequoias' area closed in the first week of January 2014 or the tours are stopping there normally these days? by Caio Begotti on 2013-12-30
The Giant Sequoias hike depends on snow levels and trail conditions from October to April, so the route and itinerary may be changed due to snow depth, road conditions, construction projects and detours and it cannot be guaranteed. We call the park ranger 1 day before the tour to check weather condions.
Taketours on 2013-12-31
Does that trip include a break at a popular viewpoint like Tunnel View? by Philip on 2013-11-03
Hello Philip, No this trip does not include a break at a popular viewpoint like Tunnel View. Its full itinerary is listed on their tour page. It only includes El Capitan and Half Dome.
Taketours on 2013-11-03
I would like to join the 1-Day Yosemite tour. Will there be a hotel pickup at Marriott Oakland City Centre in the morning ? by Sue on 2013-10-30
That is great to hear that you are interested in joining the 1-Day Yosemite tour. For pickup info you may look up your Hotel on this link https://www.taketours.com/ps/p1/85738.html
Taketours on 2013-10-30
I plan to go around 8 or 9 of December. If it snow on that day, do you still go there? or do you have any plan to replace? by Natt on 2013-10-29
Hello Natt, In case of weather conditions tour may either be modify or cancel. If tour is cancel due to extreme weather conditions we notify passengers and other options will be available or a refund may be subject. If you have any other questions please feel free to ask. Thank you.
Taketours on 2013-10-29
1. I use a manual wheelchair which my assistant pushes. The wheelchair is quite good at going over rocky ground. Will I be able to go on the hike to see the sequoia trees?
2. I would like to book for October. When can I do this? by Samuel on 2013-01-16
The Giant Sequoias hike on the Yosemite Tour is depend on snow levels and trail conditions from October to April. There is no schedule for October now, please check on our website several months later.Normally the schedule can be showed three months before its departure date for this tour .
Taketours on 2013-01-17
When will we use Audio headsets?
Could you pick me up in the Hotel Carlton, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel? by DORIS on 2012-12-14
Audio headsets are given by the driver at the beginning of the tour and is used throughout the whole tour until it ends. You may also bring your own headsets if you wish. On the day of the tour, please bring a $20 security deposit per audio set. You will receive the money back at the end of the day when you return the audio tour set.
Pick up from Hotel Carlton is available at 6:20am, but no pick up from the Boutique Hotel.
Taketours on 2012-12-14
Is Audio headsets available in Japanese? by doris on 2012-12-14
Dear Doris,
Thank you for contacting us. We are sorry to tell you that this tour is not available in Japanese. If you want to take the Japanese tours, you can open this link to view all the Japanese tours. https://www.taketours.com/search/quickSearch.do?keywords=Japanese+&search_type= Have a nice day!
We will answer your questions within 12 to 24 hours. You will be informed via email when your question is answered.
Read what other travelers think about this tour. What they loved, what they liked and what they think could be improved, it's all here to help you make the most of your next trip. View All
Posted on: 2019-03-08
Name: Mihai
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I recommend this tour!
OUR GUIED WAS VERY INFORMED AND SHARED A LOT OF STORIES WITH US, IT WAS A GOOD EXPERIENCE, ESPECIALLY IF YOU DON'T WANT TO RENT A CAR AND GO BY YOURSELF
Posted on: 2019-01-02
Name: Meghana
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I recommend this tour!
It was an AMAZING trip! I highly recommend taking this tour if you do not have time to hike/camp at Yosemite. I took my parents here and they absolutely loved it. The tour guide, Denise, was an added charm to the whole trip. Her energy and enthusiasm added on to ours and made it all worthwhile!
Posted on: 2019-01-01
Name: Ian
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I recommend this tour!
Nice tour. I reserved late night for Christmas for Yosemite just a day before the tour. Their response was so quick and also guided tour was awesome.
Posted on: 2018-11-11
Name: Loretta
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I recommend this tour!
Our 1 Day trip to Yosemite was amazing. Ben was an exceptional driver and guide throughout the entire day. He is an incredibly safe driver (given the endless corners and elevations) and was an exceptional guide in the information and knowledge shared throughout the day. I highly recommend this trip and Ben to anyone interested in a great day with a friendly and courteous guide
Posted on: 2018-11-07
Name: Madina
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I recommend this tour!
I had fun on this tour, very informative and cognitive. Gino is fun, punctual and simply great!
Posted on: 2018-08-20
Name: Edit
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I recommend this tour!
The tour was great, really well organized, the bus was comfortable and the places visited were amazing. Special thanks to our guide/driver Roman, he was always fast with a good sense of humor and his stories were really entertaining.
Posted on: 2018-07-30
Name: MOIZ
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I recommend this tour!
Overall a very good experience. Unfortunately we could not go inside the Yosemite Valley due to fire, but they informed well in advance about the itenary change with options to change the trip date or choose other tours.
Posted on: 2018-07-22
Name: Yoshie
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I recommend this tour!
Our guide/driver Denise was the best guide we ever had. A brilliant driver, superbly knowledgeable, fantastic communicator and most charming. I cannot recommend enough any tours run by her company Extranomical, if it was guided by Denise!
Posted on: 2018-07-07
Name: Christopher
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I recommend this tour!
Excellent tour, very worth the cost. The tour guide Phil was knowledgeable and friendly. Maybe could be a little gentler on the drive. Overall, I was impressed.
Posted on: 2018-06-20
Name: ilias
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I recommend this tour!
I was a little scared in the beginning about this 1 day tour to the Yosemite Park, but at the end of the day, even though I was tired, everything was worth it!!!
I have to say that the bigget part of the success of this tour has been the guide: PHIL!!!!
He is an extremely nice person and learned guide over a good driver.
I suggest this tour to everybody wishing to have at least an idea of what the park looks like.
Posted on: 2018-06-09
Name: Sathananthan
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I recommend this tour!
We had a very good tour to Yosemite National Park.Allthough the time for the tour was very long it was made interesting by Gino the driver/guide. He was very informative and took us to all the important sites.Thank you Gino
Posted on: 2018-05-29
Name: Darwin
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I recommend this tour!
Went last week, sunny weather and not too crowded at the park. Phil the tour guide was excellent, he was a great speaker and very funny. Gave us sufficient time to walk around the park and helped everyone take pictures at tunnel view.
Posted on: 2018-05-11
Name: Steven
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I recommend this tour!
Everything went as planned and expected. Our guide and driver, Jacob was on the ball. He kept us safe with his solid driving, informed us about the history, kept us awake with his humour and helpful advice on the best stuff to see and do at Yosemite. I had a great time and the weather cooperated 100% too. Thanks Jacob for a job well done.
Posted on: 2018-04-28
Name: Bhuvana
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I recommend this tour!
It was one of cherishing experience. This is my first US tour and I was travelling with my aged mom so took the one day trip to Yosemite. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and our guide Ms Denise was a wonderful lady. She made it a pleasant experience and she enriched us with valuable information. And she s one excellent driver. My mom and me really enjoyed the tour and I d recommend to take this tours.
Posted on: 2018-03-27
Name: Flavia
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I recommend this tour!
Our guide Denise was great, I was concerned about the long trip as I easily feel motion sickness, but she was a very smooth driver! She gave us lots of facts and stories about California, which made the trip feel not that lengthy.
I was worried it would be a bit of a crazy thing to do in one day, but it was not tiring at all and I am so glad I did it!
Everything was so nicely organised, and we managed to see all the most scenic views from the park.
Posted on: 2018-03-15
Name: Kittikan
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I recommend this tour!
This tour was great for me.I would recomend.
Posted on: 2018-03-05
Name: Subhankar
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I recommend this tour!
Good experience in spite of harsh weather.
Posted on: 2018-02-26
Name: Rashmi
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I recommend this tour!
Trip was good - despite the weather conditions.
Need to clearer on the drop off
Posted on: 2018-02-01
Name: Sandra
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I recommend this tour!
Excelente!
El tour fue fantĆ”stico, la agencia muy puntual, nos llevaron a todos los lugares descritos a excpeciĆ³n de Giant Sequoias (Por ser temporada de invierno) al final nos llevaron a las afueras de la ciudad de San Francisco para poder apreciar la ciudad de noche, una fantĆ”stica vista. Nuestro guĆa fue en todo momento atento, carismĆ”tico y divertido.
Realmente vale la pena visitar este hermoso lugar.
Posted on: 2018-01-25
Name: Nathan
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I recommend this tour!
We did the Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour with Denise and were blown away.
Denise was a fantastic guide. Her knowledge and her enthusiasm was infectious. The tour was a long day but Denise made it thoroughly enjoyable. Denise was also a safe and smooth driver.
Posted on: 2017-11-27
Name: Francis
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I recommend this tour!
Fantastic tour for tourists who have short time. Covered all the important points, with some time left for activities like hiking, etc. Pick-up was on time and Gino our tourist was very helpful and considerate. I would recommend more pick-up/drop points in suburban areas like Fremont or nearer to BART station.
Posted on: 2017-10-19
Name: April
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I recommend this tour!
We had Travis as a tour guide and he was wonderful! No one in our group was looking forward to being on a bus most of the day but we had a lot of laughs, great incites on everything he was showing us and also he knew a lot about California. It's nice to know fun facts about the place you visit. If we did this again we would try and stay at Yosemite for at least 1 night because there is just so much to see. But I really think Travis made the experience better
Posted on: 2017-10-03
Name: Ashwini
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I recommend this tour!
It was very nice
Posted on: 2017-08-24
Name: Vivek
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I recommend this tour!
Out guide Phil was very informative and provided us with all help required. Its a nice trip to take if you want to see the major places in yosemite with less time to spare
Posted on: 2017-08-09
Name: Elaine
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I recommend this tour!
This tour is absolutely amazing!
I can only highly recommend it for the wonderful guides, liveliness, humor, and pleasant surprises. The tour is very well organized! You really feel the passion from the guides and the small community is definitely a plus.
Posted on: 2017-07-01
Name: Gonzalo Efrain
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I recommend this tour!
I recommend this tour to everyone who wants to see Yosemite! Sequoia Trees were good but I was expecting more, 3-4 trees only. Driver was sooo good and shuttle confortable :)
Posted on: 2017-06-20
Name: Tour Customer
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I recommend this tour!
We went on the "1-Day Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Tour from San Francisco" and were extremely pleased. Our tour guide (I believe her name was Denise) was fantastic and shared so much knowledge about Yosemite, the history of California, and about other recommendations in the area. She made the trip well worthwhile. I would highly recommend her as a tour guide. The trip itself also was better than expected. For a one-day tour, I figured we wouldn't get to see that much, but we got to see pretty much everything that could possibly have been seen for a one day tour (of course you could see more in multiple days, but probably not in one day). We got to see so much because of our great tour guide and her efforts to make it a great day for us. I would highly recommend this tour if you only have one day and want to get to see Yosemite!
Posted on: 2017-06-19
Name: Sandra
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I recommend this tour!
The driver/guide, Jacob, was very pleasant, funny and knowledgeable. He made this tour excellent.
Posted on: 2017-06-09
Name: Sin Yan Lisa
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I recommend this tour!
We have a wonderful trip with Denise as our guide. We would totally recommend people to join this tour.
Posted on: 2017-05-24
Name: Soumen
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I recommend this tour!
I recommend this tour to everyone who wants to see Yosemite!
Posted on: 2017-05-16
Name: Soumen
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I recommend this tour!
Everything good you have heard about Yosemite is true. It is a wonderful experience and recommended to all. By far this was one of the best single day tour I have been on. The guide was very informative and have a great sense of humor.
Posted on: 2017-05-02
Name: Oksana
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I recommend this tour!
It was a great one-day tour to Yosemite park! Gino our guide driver- simply the best: great sense of humor, many interesting points we stopped by.
I liked that it was not like some other tours i had before: when it says 15-20 people but in reality there were 60. Here if there are many people on this tour - it is simply 2-3-4 buses but not one huge bus.
Trustworthy company- highly recommended.
Posted on: 2017-03-24
Name: Anne
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I recommend this tour!
Denise is an amazing guide that loves her job. She made the trip EXTRA special.
Posted on: 2017-03-24
Name: Linda
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I recommend this tour!
Our tour guide was Denise. She was very friendly, sharing cultures,histories with us about California and the route we were travelling, understanding our needs. We did not feel bored not even a single minute in our 6 -7 hours journey. Unfortunately, we did not go to Giant Sequoias since there were construction going on.
Posted on: 2017-03-24
Name: Linda
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I recommend this tour!
Good guide - nice places presented
Posted on: 2017-03-22
Name: Jose Luis
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I recommend this tour!
We consider that the bus and the guide weren't good enough. The bus is not as comfortable as we pretend for a long trip, and, We know we took a tour in English language, but, We consider the guide could talk slower for our best understanding of the comments.
Posted on: 2017-03-21
Name: Moony
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I recommend this tour!
Very good Experience. Never forget
Posted on: 2017-03-21
Name: Rajendra
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I recommend this tour!
Denise was excellent in both tour narration and safety. Took good care of all with a smile.
Posted on: 2017-03-21
Name: Alex
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I recommend this tour!
The tour itself was really nice: driver, bus etc. I was a little upset the Sequoya trees were not available at that time of the year due to snow. (March). Who knew ? But I would like to mention that the bus was 40 mins late for a pick up at the hotel. Also, I made 1 reservation for me for $157, another for my friend, but for $149. But it tuned out to be the same tour on the same bus.
Posted on: 2017-03-20
Name: Newton
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I recommend this tour!
A breathtaking experience made even more enjoyable by a knowledgeable and fun guide.
Posted on: 2017-03-20
Name: Jessenia
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I recommend this tour!
Recently took two tours with the company; Yosemite National Park and Muir Woods & Wine Country. I definitely recommend this company because they have awesome drivers with a lot of knowledge. cheers!!!
Posted on: 2017-02-28
Name: Peter
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I recommend this tour!
Had a wonderful day. The bus driver Denise was very knowledgeable and friendly and went the extra mile to ensure everyone had a great time.
Posted on: 2016-12-27
Name: Chicago
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I recommend this tour!
I would highly recommend if you book this tour to ask for Denise as your guide/driver. She is the only female among 15 guides/drivers working for Extranomical tour company. I thought she did the fantastic job of giving this one day tour which included 15+ hours of time behind the wheels. She shared so many facts about San Fransisco which was golden for someone who is visiting the city for the first time. Every hour of the tour she had a snippet to share with us which kept the day going. What I really like is her passion for sharing the info. We were very fortunate for Denise to be the guide during that day. We stopped at Giant Sequoias as well as Yosemite and Denise was nice enough to have us stopped at both the places with ample time for lunch and walk around. It was one of the best tours I was part of and this wouldn't have been possible without Denise as our Guide. I really hope everyone taking this one day tour have similar experiences.
Posted on: 2016-10-14
Name: Doris Chue Gaw
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I recommend this tour!
Very convenient with the free pick-ups since it was a very early start. Saw the beautiful giant Sequoias and took lots of pictures of the beautiful scenes. Didn't see the waterfall due to the dry conditions.
Posted on: 2016-09-06
Name: Sharif
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I recommend this tour!
Very convenient. Pick up near my house from a BART station was a big plus for me. I used my time most efficiently with your trip and have seen many highlight of the famous park. Thanks for our driver and Guide Brook. He is a very nice person indeed. I shall use your service in future and tell my friends to do same.
Posted on: 2016-06-02
Name: Monika
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I recommend this tour!
I recommend this tour! Yosemite is such an amazing and breath-taking place, everyone should visit at least once in lifetime. Ross was our tour guide, a very nice guy who added a lot of interesting information and fun facts to the tour, not too much talking, not too little information, right on it. I took the 1-day tour and think is perfectly planned to make the most of the time available. We had a busy day, but not tiring or boring at all, had a nice hot meal at the park too. Bus is comfortable and the hotel pick is complimentary, which is great given that we start the tour early in the morning (6am). The walk to the Sequoias is smooth, just wear comfortable shoes and grab some water to refresh on your way back, I'm 36, not into sports or outdoor activities, and took the 2-mile walk just fine. Had no issues with payment or e-mail confirmation. Reasonable price.
Posted on: 2015-12-20
Name: Girija
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I recommend this tour!
It was an enjoyable experience. Wish we could see the Giant Seqouias too!
Posted on: 2015-08-19
Name: Fawn
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I recommend this tour!
We had a terrific tour on 8/15 (Last Saturday). Our tour guide, Ross, was awesome! He told us so many things including the history in the area and the people. He mentioned about the drought, the relationship between the water resource and the economy, the trees and the wildfire. It was amazing. We also enjoyed the family photos that Ross took for us. Thanks!
Posted on: 2015-08-14
Name: Antti
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I recommend this tour!
Tour guide was nice and he had a good sense of humor. Tour was as promised.
Posted on: 2015-07-27
Name: Darlene
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I recommend this tour!
We had a fabulous tour of Yosemite. Our guide, Anthony, was the best guide we have ever had on a tour. He gave us informative tidbits about the area on the ride to Yosemite, and was very accommodating to the group. We got fabulous pictures, some of which Anthony took for us so we could have complete family pictures. It was fun and educational with gorgeous views. If you go on this tour, ask for Anthony.
Posted on: 2015-05-12
Name: Kimi
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I recommend this tour!
We loved Antony! He was a fantastic tour guide and had very interesting facts! Everything was absolutely beautiful but we were sad that we didn't get to see the Sequoias. It had snowed 4 days before our tour and there was still black ice and snow on the ground where the trees are located. For those really wanting to see the trees, go later than May!
Posted on: 2015-02-04
Name: P
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I recommend this tour!
This tour and our tour guide Ben were great. We went at the end of January and were able to see everything. There was plenty of time at each stop. Within Yosemite Valley there is a free shuttle that can get you from the lodge where the tour drops off to the visitor center or further. We stopped in both directions in Oakdale at a strip mall with a grocery store. On the way out, we were able to grab a snack for breakfast and lunch for later. On the way back in, we were able to have dinner at one of the restaurants next door. That was a great option to save time at Yosemite as well as avoiding the higher prices within the park.
Posted on: 2014-12-29
Name: Kristin
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I recommend this tour!
I really enjoyed this tour! Definitely a good price for what is delivered. Missed out on the sequoias due to weather conditions, but got plenty of beautiful pictures none the less
Posted on: 2014-10-25
Name: cesar
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I recommend this tour!
Amazing!! Must be visited!! Very recommendable!
Posted on: 2014-08-24
Name: Kah Juay
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I recommend this tour!
Friendly and helpful driver. Yosemite is such a beautiful place, I would consider spending more time there in the next trip!
Posted on: 2014-08-20
Name: Rich
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I recommend this tour!
Just wanted to say that our driver and guide, Lars, did a great job!
Posted on: 2014-08-03
Name: Wai Yi
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I recommend this tour!
Nice tour. The tour guide was friendly, humorous, and responsible. The Yosemite Park was beautiful. It was interesting to see wild animals and people stay in the park together. However, I failed to go to see some of the wonderful landscape spots, as suggested by the tour guide, who gave me two-hour free time. The spots were far away from the shuttle bus stops. I would definitely suggest a two-day visit.
Posted on: 2014-07-01
Name: Diane
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I recommend this tour!
Great tour, it was a bit challenging walking back to the bus from the Giant Sequoias, but our guide (Roman) was the best in the world, walked with me to assure a successful return. He gave us many extra opportunities to see the wonderful Yosemite Valley sites, and his humor made the heat tolerable! Would recommend to anyone in good shape!
Posted on: 2014-03-01
Name: Wei Ling
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I recommend this tour!
The driver/tour guide iwas one of the most customer oriented and excellent staff members I have ever met. From the first meeting of shaking our hands to subsequent offering to take photos for us, my husband and I were both deeply impressed. He also had good knowledge of Yosemite and safe driving skills. I strongly recommend this tour to Yosemite!
Posted on: 2014-02-19
Name: Monika
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I recommend this tour!
The tour was amazing. Driver was nice and fun and everything was on time. More travel than I expected, but all in all good fun.
Posted on: 2013-11-05
Name: Jiyada
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I recommend this tour!
Nice trip, nice place!!!!! Funny tour guide..... the bad thing was that I couldn't see water fall, I should go in the summer.
Posted on: 2013-09-08
Name: Frank
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I recommend this tour!
Recently went on a 1 day Yosemite Tour with my cousin from overseas. Our driver/guide Safiya was very knowlegeable with the area and its history. She gladly volunteered in taking pictures for everyone, Safiya is the type of employee you need working for your company. Anyone can see that she really enjoys her job. My cousin was very impressed by Yosemite and wants to return for camping few days. The unfortunate part of the trip was that we weren't able to take a hike and see the Sequoias due to fire smoke in the area. Minus 1 star for a bumpy ride in a packed van and poor air conditioning. But for only a 1 day tour and with a guide like Safiya, I'd still highly recommend it.
Posted on: 2013-07-18
Name: Jana
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I recommend this tour!
The trip was great. I got what I had expected. It was planned very well, everything was exactly according to a schedule. I had enough time for walking, taking pictures, coffee break and refreshment, enjoying the park. The guide called Jesse (not sure about spelling)was awesome, very well informed, flexible and willing, provided us cold water all the trip and even some more stops with great views, amusing, easy-going and relaxed. What an excellent trip and a guy! Thanks a lot. I can really recommend.
Posted on: 2013-05-05
Name: Joyce
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I recommend this tour!
Our tour guide, Patrick, was wonderful. He made the trip there and back an adventure in California music. Very knowledgeable about the history of California and the Yosemite Valley. The bus was not what I was expecting. The ad said 15 people, there were 34 in our group. The air conditioning was broken in the bus and it was very hot. The walk back up from the giant redwoods was very difficult for 2 people in their mid 60s. You might want to stress the difficulty. The walk down was great. Given those facts, I still give it 5 stars mostly because of Patrick. Thanks
Posted on: 2013-04-08
Name: Ross
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I recommend this tour!
The trip overall was great. The bus was comfortable and generally adequate. The bus driver/guide (Roman) was brilliant and worth the trip alone and I supporet his employment!
Although the beginning of the day was rainy, and the giant sequoias were not viewed - should have indicated how difficult the walk down and back was, as such was presented as an 'extra' - overall the day was great.
The only negative was that your add was not as described. The extra cost - above what was offered by the provider Extranomical on their own website - was not as specifically justified to me i.e. instead of a small group of 12 - 15 people, the trip involved 34 persons on a small tour bus. If I had known the real facts, I would have simply booked with Extranomical and been done with it. And saved money. Your on costs are not justifiable! and not as explained in your email responses to my earlier enquiries!
Posted on: 2013-01-02
Name: Krishna
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I recommend this tour!
This was an excellent trip except few hick-ups. Tour was booked for bus, but we were put into small van. I had requested for date change, but they could not do as it was sold out. But they still charged 6% on my credit card. Tips : Speak to tour company guys directly to find out actual reservations.
Posted on: 2012-09-27
Name: laura
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The Yosemite tour was amazing. Completely worth the travel time! Ben was our tour guide, he was so lovely and full of facts. He made sure everyone on the tour was 100% comfortable and aware of all of the activities around the park. He took us to the most beautiful places we could see!
I would definitely recommend this tour, we loved it and had a great day. A must for visitors in San Fran.
Posted on: 2012-09-18
Name: Andrei
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The trip was great, the park is wonderful and the guide - awesome! Enormous trees, huge marble rocks...It is a dream, isn't it? I highly recommend this tour to everyone, who would like to see a true wonder of American nature.
Posted on: 2012-08-17
Name: taewan
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so nice trip
driver is so kind
i had a great time
Posted on: 2012-02-19
Name: Shaun
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Trip was great! Everything ran on time - tour guide was awesome - small group. Good times
Posted on: 2012-02-14
Name: Andri
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The tour was great
We had a great tour guide
Just we could not go to giant sequila due to the snow
Posted on: 2011-04-29
Name: Sergio
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I loved the trip. The Yosemite Park is really beautiful, incredible place to visit. I strongly recommend. However, the best aspect of the trip was the GUIDE. The stop time for food is too short, so be fast!
Posted on: 2010-10-08
Name: Sue
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I recommend this tour!
A well organized and informative tour, that will leave you with a life long memory of one of the prettiest and most spectacular examples of mother nature ever! My only disappointment was my camera battery went flat!
Posted on: 2009-11-30
Name: Federica
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Hi everybody, if you're looking for an amazing trip to Yosemite Valley and Giant Sequoia Park, let me advice you: choose this tour!!!! Just in one day you can travel in a comfortable van around San Francisco with a really funny driver/guide (Roman!). You can see wonderful landscapes and take a pictures more beautiful than a postcards!
Posted on: 2009-11-08
Name: Sandra
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I would like to compliment your company for organizing such a great one day trip to Yosemite
Posted on: 2009-11-08
Name: Bernie
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Hi, I want you to know how much we enjoyed our trip to Yosemite on Monday. I also wanted to commend you for providing us with an extra special tour guide. Robert seemed to do everything just right, so much that we didnt fully appreciate his skill until thinking about it after our trip.
Posted on: 2009-11-08
Name: Veronica G.
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This is just an e-mail of gratitude... We had an awesome time at Yosemite and the Grand Sequoias. Our guide Ralph was fantastic and went out of his way to accommodate us!! Please commend him on our behalf!!
Posted on: 2009-11-08
Name: Ann and Paul
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My husband Paul and I want to thanks for a great tour to Yosemite and to commend your tour guide/driver Jack for a fantastic day. He was accommodating, courteous and very knowledgeable about the areas we covered. He made the 3 hour trip each way interesting, briefed us thoroughly on Yosemite and it was nice to hear not only about geological places of interest, but of the history of Yosemite and California. I didn't mind at all that he has the best interests for our environment in mind. Wish more people did. I have a bad knee and he made me feel comfortable even though I travel as slowly as a turtle. I also am very fearful of traveling on freeways. However, Jack was a good driver and I felt comfortable with him at the wheel. We enjoyed the fact that we were able to have a small, intimate group and feel that your company offers a value-priced service to the tourist.
Posted on: 2009-11-08
Name: Reid
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I just wanted to write you and let you know how our family's experience was with your tour company. We came out to SF for the TCU/Stanford game in mid-October and we decided to add a tour of Yosemite Park to our itinerary. First, we were very impressed with how helpful everyone was when we called with our questions. We have a 4 year old, so we had a lot of questions regarding the car seat/booster seat laws for the state of California. But mostly I'm writing to express just how happy we were with our Tour Guide/Driver, Frank Sherlock. From the moment he picked us up at our hotel to the minute he dropped us off, he made sure that everyone had an enjoyable and educational experience. Obviously, traveling with a 4 year old has its own challenges and Frank made sure that our son was comfortable and involved in the whole experience. He took time to show our son the wildlife and the phenomenal scenery in Yosemite. He even found a gas station in the middle of nowhere for an unscheduled bathroom break. We could not have been any happier with our decision and we will make certain to tell anyone who is going to northern California that this day trip was the best money we spent during our trip. Again, thanks for a wonderful experience and especially thanks to Frank for making the trip so enjoyable. He is an absolute credit to your company.
Posted on: 2009-11-08
Name: Bob and Jenny
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I recommend this tour!
Just a note to say how much we enjoyed our tour of Yosemite on Tuesday, October 9th. This note is to let you know that our tour guide, Charles, was accommodating, interesting and made it a pleasant trip. This photo was taken of us by Charles at El Capitan. We just thought we would say thanks.
Posted on: 2009-11-08
Name: Clive
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I recommend this tour!
Hi and good morning to you first of all let me thank you for a wonderful trip to Yosemite it was really great and the driver was a mine of information and so helpful.
Posted on: 2009-11-08
Name: Naville
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I recommend this tour!
Blood, sweat, and tears - of joy! Spectacular experience! I had a wonderful time in Yosemite. You could walk for miles and not bump into anyone!
Posted on: 2009-11-08
Name: Celia
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I recommend this tour!
This was an excellent trip ... highly recommended. Pick up was on time. Organisation and timekeeping under Ralph's guidance was first class. In the snow it was a magical experience and we had ample view stops and opportunities to explore different areas. The van rode well only slight issue was that it was a pretty tight fit in the middle seats. Overall, however, extremely good value for money and an unforgettable experience. Well done Ralph ... he made the day for us and is a real professional.
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