Yosemite Day Trip: Giant Sequoias from San Francisco
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San Francisco
Embark on a thrilling day trip from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park and its awe-inspiring Giant Sequoias. Marvel at towering cliffs, majestic waterfalls, and iconic landmarks like El Capitan and Half Dome.
Duration: 14 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • San Francisco - Join us on this breathtaking tour of Yosemite National Park, whose towering granite peaks, cascading waterfalls and nature trails are perhaps the most stunning in the world. This award-winning tour spends the most time in Yosemite and includes a unique hike among ancient Giant Sequoias.

Your tour begins with a convenient hotel pick up in Downtown San Francisco.

What's Included
  • Expert guide and commentary
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off included for most downtown San Francisco/Fisherman’s Wharf hotels
What's Not Included
  • Guide Gratuities
  • Child safety seat for children under 8 years old or 4’ 9” (1.4 meters) required
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Additional Information

This adventure to the majestic granite peaks and roaring waterfalls of Yosemite National Park and its Giant Sequoias operates year-round. This is the exclusive 1-day Yosemite Valley excursion from San Francisco that provides you the tranquility of the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, the planet’s largest living entities. Your pulse will quicken as you step into Yosemite Valley, savoring 5 wonderful hours of Lower Yosemite, Nevada and Bridalveil falls, then pausing to absorb the grandeur of El Capitan, Half Dome and other renowned landmarks.

  • Access to the Sequoia Grove can be difficult during winter months, generally October through May, and other activities may be substituted at the discretion of the guide
  • During winter months, temperatures in Yosemite can vary drastically to the ones in San Francisco. Therefore, it is recommend to wear winter clothes, especially shoes or boots with rubber soles and treads
  • The Giant Sequoias Grove is located at a higher elevation and the hike is dependent on trail conditions, especially from October through May. Ice and snow might make the trail unsafe to hike. The decision of whether it is safe to go on the hike will be made on a day by day basis. Therefore, a visit cannot be guaranteed. However, while the trail might be closed, guests get to spend more time in Yosemite Valley. There you can see all the other great sights Yosemite has to offer, including El Capitan, Inspiration Point, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and more.
  • As tour sizes vary, transportation is in a 13-passenger van or up to a 41-passenger tour bus
  • Tour makes stops at approximately 8:30am for breakfast, 1pm for lunch and on the trip back for dinner. Meals are not included
  • Audio links are available in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, Korean, Chinese and Japanese. Specify language at time of booking under special requirements.
  • For hotel pickups, please select the Hilton Union Square if your hotel is not listed
  • California law requires tour guests to bring a car safety seat for all children under 8 years and under 4’ 9” (1.4 meters) in height. Any guest that does not provide their child’s safety seat at the time of the tour and does not inform the tour operator may not be allowed to board the tour and will not be subject to refund.
  • Exact destinations & itinerary may differ due to weather, road conditions, and your guide’s discretion.
Location
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
O'Farrell Street
Meet at the Mason street entrance (Eastern entrance). Please check your email confirmation from Extranomical Tours or contact the provider to confirm your pick-up details and time
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Aurel_m
Apr 1, 2024
We had a great time. Our... - We had a great time. Our driver and guide, Rob, is a very authentic, memorable and kind-hearted person and his stories and anecdotes made the tour and its amazing views come alive even more. Thank you Rob.
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Minhtung_p
Mar 31, 2024
Yosemite Adventure with Remarkable Guide Andy - Even though it was raining during my visit to Yosemite National Park, the experience was still awe-inspiring, thanks to our tour leader Andy. He guided us along a magnificent trail, allowing us to witness the beauty of landmarks like the Half Dome, Upper Falls, and El Capitan. Andy's expertise about San Francisco and Yosemite was impressive, and he even entertained us with his singing. With Andy's guidance, Yosemite left a lasting impression on me, and I look forward to returning again and again.
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Karan_12810
Mar 31, 2024
Memorable trip to an Iconic Park - Trip was memorable thanks to the tour guide Andy Howse. He was very helpful and shared some great piece of knowledge on history of the place.
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Matthew_c
Mar 31, 2024
Worthwhile trip - Had an amazing day visiting Yosemite. Andy was a 5 star guide who brought so much energy and life to the long drive. He brought to life the history of the local region and the geology of the area. Would recommend.
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T4560cejonl
Mar 31, 2024
Fun tour with a real historian - Great tour with friendly guide Andy, a real historian. The tour is very informative with loads of interesting history knowledge. Would recommend this.
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Yuh_c
Apr 1, 2024
It was a chilly day, I... - It was a chilly day, I didn’t expect seeing snow and watching some children playing snowball with their parents. It’s an unforgettable experience, our guide Robert is cheerful and willing to share his thoughts with us. The only thing I don’t like is water and lunch are not provided. In all it is good experience, I enjoy it.
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Andrew_t
Apr 1, 2024
Fantastic day - Rob the driver/guide was brilliant and made the day on a trip to one of the best places on earth, shame we didnt see the sequoias because of the snow
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Rebecca_j
Mar 29, 2024
Scenic tour - Great scenery and Rob was a knowledgeable driver and great storyteller! Comfortable bus with frequent rest stops. Great way to spend the day.
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Silvie_s
Mar 22, 2024
Amazing trip. Our tour... - Amazing trip. Our tour guide Gino showed us the best spots and told us lots of interesting things. We didn’t get to see the Giant sequoias so that was very upsetting but other than that the tour was planned good
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Viktor_a
Mar 18, 2024
Lacy tour guide - Good views in the valley but with quite a lot of tourists as expected. The trail to the giant sequoias would have been easily hiked with tennis shoes on the very compacted snow, but the tour guide said it was not worth the time. In conclusion, do not expect to see any giant sequoias unless it’s summer.
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