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Yosemite National Park Tour

From San Francisco, CA

From $229

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About this experience

Spend an unforgettable day touring Yosemite National Park and taking in the breathtaking sights of the Giant Sequoias, Yosemite Village, Yosemite Falls, Half Dome, El Capitan and more!

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  • Tour provider has been featured in SF WeeklyThe Examiner and are a member of the San Francisco Travel Association
  • Yosemite National Park is one of the first wilderness parks in the U.S. and is renowned for its waterfalls, deep valleys, grand meadows and ancient Sequoias
  • You will be in a 40 seater bus
  • Explore Yosemite's amazing sites and if it is weather permitting, take a hike (2 miles round-trip) to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
  • Maximize your time in the park so you can see all the area's breathtaking sites!

Prepare to see more breathtaking views in one day than most people see in a year!

Yosemite National Park and the foothills surrounding it provide some of the most striking and scenic landscapes in the country. Throughout this tour you'll take in sites that may include El Capitan, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, Inspiration Point (aka Tunnel View) and Yosemite Village.

You'll also drive to a higher altitude to visit a lesser-traveled part of the park for a chance to hike in the evergreen forest and see a grove of Giant Sequoia trees, the world's largest living things (weather permitting).

A general itinerary of this tour includes (subject to change):

  • Hotel pick up in downtown San Francisco and Fisherman's Wharf
  • Descend into the San Joaquin valley and stop for a snack
  • Begin the climb into the foothills of the Sierra Nevada range, through gold country and approaching Yosemite
  • Take in views of Bridalveil Falls, El Capitan, Inspiration Point, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and more
  • Spend time exploring Yosemite Valley or just relax in the park for a bit
  • Return to San Francisco with complimentary hotel drop-off

Departing from San Francisco, CA
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When Do I Choose A Date?

Either yourself or the lucky recipient can make a booking and select dates once you are in receipt of the voucher. You’ll register the voucher, follow the booking instructions and your experience with us begins!

Year-Round:
Daily - 6:30 AM to 8:30 PM /9:00 PM

*Hotel pick-ups between 5:50 AM to 6:30 AM

Essential Information

  • Your guide will provide narration in English but audio tours in various foreign languages are available upon request
  • Includes hotel pick-up and drop-off from hotels in the Downtown and Fisherman's Wharf area
  • It is strongly recommended not to book flights or travel arrangements for the same day as the tour
  • Park entrance fee is included in the cost of the tour
  • Meals or beverages are not included in the price of this experience
  • Route and itinerary are subject to change due to weather, road and trail conditions
  • Children under the age of 8 must be secured in a car seat or booster seat in the back seat due to CA law. Children under the age of 8 who are 4'9" or taller may be secured by a safety belt in the back seat.
  • Participants are required to provide their own child seat if needed

Duration

Approximately 14 hours (6:30AM to 8:30PM / 9:00 PM). Tour time can vary depending on traffic and unforeseen circumstances. It is strongly recommended not to book flights or travel arrangements for the same day as the tour.

Experience Provider Info

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Maximum Participants

You may be accompanied up to 40 passengers depending upon tour vehicle used.

Spectators

This experience is only for those on the tour.

Weather Dependent

This experience is weather dependent.

What To Wear

Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing appropriate for the season, preferably layered clothing. In the summer months, it is recommended to bring suntan lotion and water. For tours taking place October through May, it is best to dress for winter and wear shoes or boots with rubber soles and tread are recommended.

Can we bring food on the tour?

Yes, you may pack food or a lunch for during the tour. On the way to Yosemite the bus will stop at a grocery store, and you will have time in the park to visit a restaurant if desired.

How much time will be spent in the park?

Maximum time spent inside Yosemite Park is 5-6 hours.

Are park fees included in the price?

Yes, the package price does include the Yosemite Park entrance fee of $10.

How far from San Francisco is Yosemite National Park?

Yosemite National Park is approximately 4.5 hours east of San Francisco.

Will we see the Giant Sequoias?

The Giant Sequoias hike on this tour is dependent on trail conditions and weather. Please be advised that weather, road and trail conditions in the winter make it less likely that you will be able to enter Tuolomne Grove to see the Giant Sequoias. Safety is the number one priority, so the route and itinerary may be changed due to snow depth, road conditions, construction projects and detours. Note that winter in Yosemite might extend from October into April.

Returns
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be returned hassle-free within 14 days. All refunds will be made to the original purchaser.
Exchanges
Experience Vouchers that have not been redeemed can be exchanged for anything else in our marketplace at any time.  If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs more, you'll simply have to pay the difference. If you choose to exchange for an experience that costs less, you'll have a credit towards your next booking with Virgin Experience Gifts.

Cancellation Policy

Once you have received a booking confirmation, rescheduling is allowed up to 72 hours prior to the experience, subject to a rescheduling fee per booking. Failure to appear on your booked date or to reschedule within 72 hours of your booked date will result in the loss of the value of your experience.

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