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Mariposa · California · United States
One-Way Trip From Yosemite To San Francisco
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The Experience
What your day looks like
After enjoying your time in the beautiful Yosemite National Park, our tour vehicle will meet you at our departure point (Stop #7 - Valley Lodge) and take you to San Francisco. Your trip's first stop is at El Capitan Meadow to learn more about the world’s largest granite monolith and its climbing culture. Next, Valley View overlook serves up a panoramic landscape framing the Merced River, El Capitan, and the imposing spires of Cathedral Rocks. The highlight of our tour is still ahead as we head to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias. In this beautiful grove, you’ll have the chance to get up close and personal with some of the largest and oldest trees on earth. Between November and March, when the trail is not safe due to snow and ice accumulation, we substitute the hike with additional time in Yosemite Valley. After leaving the park, we’ll make a quick stop for dinner before dropping you off in San Francisco at one of our 15 designated hotels. Please note: This is a 'return only' tour that takes you from Yosemite to San Francisco. Know Before You Go: A $50 handling fee will be charged for any luggage item larger than a carry-on brought on the tour bus.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Enjoy stops to explore El Capitan Meadow and Valley View as you leave Yosemite
- Hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias (weather permitting)
- Comfortable ride back to San Francisco
- Guaranteed daily departures
Detailed Itinerary
The journey, in full
2:00 PM to 4:30 PM Meet the group at Bus Stop #7 near the Yosemite Valley Lodge Board the vehicle for heart-stopping views of El Capitan Take a group photo at Valley View overlook Trail conditions permitting, experience a Giant Sequoia grove hike 4:30 PM to 9:00 PM Descend from the Sierra Nevadas back to San Francisco Stop for a break and dinner (approx 30 min) Conclude with a drop off at most San Francisco hotels * Please note: From November to March, when the Giant Sequoias hike may be unsafe due to ice and snow, we substitute additional activities in Yosemite Valley. On these winter tour days, the return vehicle will depart at 2:30 PM. * Times listed are approximates only. Traffic and other unforeseen issues can cause delays or changes in these times which are out of our control. Please do not make flight/travel arrangements on the same day as your tour.
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Mariposa
Sightseeing at Yosemite National Park.
Continued
Mariposa
Sightseeing at Bridalveil Fall.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Pick up at Yosemite Valley Lodge Transportation from Yosemite National Park to San Francisco Expert guide on board (English) Optional audio tour guide in 8 foreign languages Drop off at major San Francisco hotels
Not Included
Meals or beverages Guide gratuity $100 per-person fee for non-U.S. residents to enter National Park
Restrictions
Starting January 1, 2026, the National Park Service (NPS) is implementing a $100 per-person fee for non-U.S. residents entering 11 major national parks, in addition to standard entrance fees, as part of a new "resident-focused" fee structure designed to prioritize U.S. taxpayers and fund park maintenance. This fee will only impact our international customers. The only exception is for those non-U.S. residents that have purchased the America the Beautiful (ATB) International Pass for $250, which grants annual access to all federal lands.
Meeting & Pickup
We will pick you up at Yosemite Lodge.
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
Please advise the country of residence for all guests. (Fees apply to non-US residents).
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
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