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2-Day Yosemite National Park Tour from San Francisco
2 days
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Itinerary
Day 1: San Francisco to Yosemite National Park
Pass By: San Francisco Bay, San Francisco, CA
Leave San Francisco behind and cross the Bay Bridge, offering amazing views of Alcatraz Island and Angel Island. Cruise through Oakland, the East Bay and on to Central Valley to stop for groceries (own expense). Travel through Gold Country and the Sierra Nevada Foothills
Stop At: Central Valley, California 96080, USA
Travel through California's Central Valley and see where most of California's almonds, figs, corn and more are grown. Here we will make a short stop so you can grab lunch for later and any local produce for hiking snacks. You can also pick up any other needed last-minute supplies for the days ahead.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park, California
After approximately 3-4 hours you'll arrive to the entrance of Yosemite National Park. Enjoy the scenic mountain views as your guide explains the history and geology of this special place.
Stop At: Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, Yosemite National Park, CA
Head down a beautiful scenic path to the enchanted Tuolumne Grove consisting of dozens of Giant Sequoia trees. But don’t be fooled by this moderate downhill stroll. Make sure you bring some water to sip as you enjoy your time among the giants as you have a bit of climb ahead of you to get back to the mini-coach. You'll also have time to enjoy your lunch here among the towering trees.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Tunnel View, Wawona Road, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
Next, we’ll leave the gentle giants of the Sequoia Grove in the mini-coach to get a narrated tour through Yosemite’s glaciated valley. We’ll make a few stops along the way, including at Tunnel View, to snap some pictures of some of the famous waterfalls and rock formations while your guide gives you some of the history that makes this park so special.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite Village, Off Northside Dr., Yosemite National Park, CA
Now it’s time to spend a few hours exploring on your own! We’ll make a stop near the base of Yosemite Falls, where those staying at the Yosemite Lodge can check in leave their luggage. You’ll have a number of options of where to go, including a leisurely walk through the Ansel Adams Gallery, the historic Ahwahnee lodge, or get your pulse up with a hike or bike ride along the river.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in a comfortable hotel of your choosing, based on availability.
Day 2: Full morning and afternoon in Yosemite National Park, then back to San Francisco
Stop At: Yosemite Valley, 9035 Village Dr, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389-9912
Prepare to choose how you best want to spend the morning and afternoon within the park. Itching for a big hike? Looking to take part in a ranger program or interpretive walk? It's all up to you and your guide will give you all the best trails, tips and recommendations.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Glacier Point, Yosemite Lodge Resort origin, Yosemite National Park, CA
Have you ever wondered what Yosemite Valley looks like from above? Join your guide to the top of the world to reach Glacier Point. This is said to be one of the best views in the entire park and we want to make sure you don't miss it!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Turlock, Turlock, California
After a full morning and afternoon in the park, it is time to say goodbye to the mountains. We will stop for a quick dinner in the Central Valley before heading into San Francisco.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: San Francisco, San Francisco, California
Around 8-9pm we will back in the City by the Bay to drop you off at the same hotel we picked you up from.
Duration: 5 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
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Day 1: San Francisco to Yosemite National Park
Pass By: San Francisco Bay, San Francisco, CA
Leave San Francisco behind and cross the Bay Bridge, offering amazing views of Alcatraz Island and Angel Island. Cruise through Oakland, the East Bay and on to Central Valley to stop for groceries (own expense). Travel through Gold Country and the Sierra Nevada Foothills
Stop At: Central Valley, California 96080, USA
Travel through California's Central Valley and see where most of California's almonds, figs, corn and more are grown. Here we will make a short stop so you can grab lunch for later and any local produce for hiking snacks. You can also pick up any other needed last-minute supplies for the days ahead.
Duration: 30 minutes
Pass By: Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park, California
After approximately 3-4 hours you'll arrive to the entrance of Yosemite National Park. Enjoy the scenic mountain views as your guide explains the history and geology of this special place.
Stop At: Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, Yosemite National Park, CA
Head down a beautiful scenic path to the enchanted Tuolumne Grove consisting of dozens of Giant Sequoia trees. But don’t be fooled by this moderate downhill stroll. Make sure you bring some water to sip as you enjoy your time among the giants as you have a bit of climb ahead of you to get back to the mini-coach. You'll also have time to enjoy your lunch here among the towering trees.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Tunnel View, Wawona Road, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
Next, we’ll leave the gentle giants of the Sequoia Grove in the mini-coach to get a narrated tour through Yosemite’s glaciated valley. We’ll make a few stops along the way, including at Tunnel View, to snap some pictures of some of the famous waterfalls and rock formations while your guide gives you some of the history that makes this park so special.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite Village, Off Northside Dr., Yosemite National Park, CA
Now it’s time to spend a few hours exploring on your own! We’ll make a stop near the base of Yosemite Falls, where those staying at the Yosemite Lodge can check in leave their luggage. You’ll have a number of options of where to go, including a leisurely walk through the Ansel Adams Gallery, the historic Ahwahnee lodge, or get your pulse up with a hike or bike ride along the river.
Duration: 2 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight in a comfortable hotel of your choosing, based on availability.
Day 2: Full morning and afternoon in Yosemite National Park, then back to San Francisco
Stop At: Yosemite Valley, 9035 Village Dr, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389-9912
Prepare to choose how you best want to spend the morning and afternoon within the park. Itching for a big hike? Looking to take part in a ranger program or interpretive walk? It's all up to you and your guide will give you all the best trails, tips and recommendations.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Glacier Point, Yosemite Lodge Resort origin, Yosemite National Park, CA
Have you ever wondered what Yosemite Valley looks like from above? Join your guide to the top of the world to reach Glacier Point. This is said to be one of the best views in the entire park and we want to make sure you don't miss it!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Turlock, Turlock, California
After a full morning and afternoon in the park, it is time to say goodbye to the mountains. We will stop for a quick dinner in the Central Valley before heading into San Francisco.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: San Francisco, San Francisco, California
Around 8-9pm we will back in the City by the Bay to drop you off at the same hotel we picked you up from.
Duration: 5 minutes
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Included
- Accommodation included: 1 night
- SF hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Narrated guided tour
- Transportation to/from Yosemite in eco-friendly biofuel mini-coach
- Your choice of overnight hotel accommodation in Yosemite Valley (at Yosemite Valley Lodge, Majestic Hotel, or Half Dome Village Tent Cabin), or at Cedar Lodge in the picturesque Merced River canyon
- Entry/Admission - Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
- Entry/Admission - Tunnel View
- Entry/Admission - Yosemite Village
- Entry/Admission - Yosemite Valley
- Entry/Admission - Glacier Point
Not included
- Gratuities
- Meals; stops will be made to purchase food at appropriate times during the day.
Additional
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Tours are arranged on a demand basis and require a minimum of 5 passengers to guarantee departure
- Guided tours are provided on both days of the tour
- Due to hotel accommodations reserved in advance, any amendments to dates will incur penalties in accordance to the cancellation policy as detailed in the Terms and Conditions
- Rooms in Yosemite Valley often sell out months in advance. If your choice of accommodation does happen to sell out, you will be offered similar accommodation at the Cedar Lodge
- Important: Any dietary requirements should be entered in the Special Requirements field when booking this tour
- One small overnight bag allowed per person
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers
Features
Tourism
90%
Cultural
50%
Aquatic
30%
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Title says it all. Except we never saw any bears
Overall a fantastic experience! We had Daniel as our guide and he was honestly brilliant. He had been to Yosemite a fair few times and knew all the good spots. Despite having been here before, he was always excited about sights and made it a really fun and special trip. Thanks again Daniel!
Our guide was friendly and informative. I was using a cane for a bad knee and she showed me every consideration.
This trip is definitely worth it. Yosemite is stunning and the itinerary allowed two full days of sightseeing and hiking. We were given plenty of information on options for hikes within the Valley. Our guide Matt was knowledgeable, pleasant and a safe, smooth driver. An added bonus was the playlist in the van (it wasn't too loud though). Passengers with hearing problems or difficulty understanding English would be better sitting near the front as there's no microphone for the commentary. Take plenty of water if it's hot as some of the stops of day 1 have no running water
It was incredible experience in awesome nature with a nice guide. She customized the tour depend on participants' needs.
If I could give this tour six stars, I would. The park is spectacular. The ride was comfortable. I give a lot of the credit to our tour guide, Roark, who was knowledgeable, friendly and sensitive to the needs of those of us on the tour. If you have ever been to Yosemite, you know there are no words to sufficiently describe its majesty. With only two days, this tour captured its wonders.
Our family of four just returned from the two-day tour of Yosemite. Our guide Emma was very knowledgeable, organized, and friendly. There was a lot of traffic coming into the park, but she made sure that we were able to experience many beautiful sights. The overnight at the lodge was great! Beauty surrounds you on this trip. Just amazing!
The guide was nice however the trip felt a bit....nothing. there was no enthusiasm about what we were seeing. I felt like after 2 days I hadn't really done much there at all.
It was raining very heavy when we did the trip and we weren't prepared for that. Our tour guide is very prepared though. It would be nice if the tour company advised us on clothing requirements, e.g. extra set of clothes/shoes for changing due to weather condition, bring a rain jacket, wear rain pants etc. Yosemite national park gift shop doesn't sell rain jackets we found it in the hotel at night but was soaking and freezing for day 1. The company insists on only taking small overnight bag but the van has more than enough space for bigger bags and we technically need 2-3 sets of clothes/layers due to the weather condition. We rang the company for confirmation prior and they could have advised us taking rain jackets/clothes etc. The tour would be a lot more enjoyable if we didn't have to wear wet clothes in freezing tempature for a day.
Exciting tour molly was a great guide provided for many memorable photo experiences the lodging was good one of our memersble experiences
I would like to start by saying this tour was awesome. Yosemite is absolutely gorgeous. Spending 2 days there is the way to go. What made this tour standout was our driver/guide Chris. Chris was energetic and super positive. He not only showed us the sights, but he always joined in and offered us many other experiences that we never would have done on our own. Like hiking to the top of the mist trail, swimming in an alpine lake, climbing to the top of a dome, frisbee tossing, and a new thing called slack lining. And wherever he took us, the sights were awesome. This tour is a must see and Chris is a must have guide! Thanks, Chris, for the memories!!
Scratch one more off our bucket list! Trip was event fulfilled and informational packed fun all and a two day trip...well-organized, with great personal service! our driver/guide Mitch stayed with us the whole trip. He didn’t just dump her us off to be our own like past trips we have taken. Would highly recommend!
It is very difficult to be disappointed in seeing Yosemite for the first time. The park is magnificent and the sights are second to none. Even though I do my homework before I take a trip like this I had no idea what trails were available to us and where I should be going after I was dropped off. My husband and I were very disappointed with this tour because our tour guide Lauren did not give enough direction or seem to know anymore than her way around the park. When asked which mountain was which she responded, I don't know. When asked about what kind of trees some were, I don't know. We paid a lot of money for this tour and although Lauren knew her way around I felt like she needed to give us much more direction and information. We were unable to get the Yosemite Lodge when we booked and the Cedar Lodge was fine and quite out of the way and had no internet, no free coffee. Whenever she dropped us off she told us to ask if we had any questions about which trail we might want to do and quite honestly we did not even know what trails were out there. I would have liked this trip a lot more if Lauren had given us more direction. She was very pleasant and tried to please everyone in our group but was lacking in knowledge and direction which we have become accustomed to with other Viator tours.
Perfect weekend trip. Our tour guide Sarah was excellent and made sure we saw all the highlights. We had a very clear day and were able to see for miles. Only downside was not being able to get a room in Yosemite and having the extra travel of leaving park for Cedar Lodge. Overall wonderful trip with a very nice group