Experience the majesty of Yosemite National Park and join us as we take you on an unforgettable journey into the heart of Yosemite Valley. Travel in comfort on our luxury coach bus as we depart from San Francisco on this full day trip. Upon arrival, enjoy a one-hour scenic drive through the park, complete with photo opportunities at some of Yosemite Valley's most famous viewpoints; Tunnel View, Bridalveil Falls, El Capitan & Half-Dome. You will also have the opportunity to enjoy three hours of free time in Yosemite Valley, which offers various lunch opportunities, hiking trails, bike rentals, and museums.
What's Included
Choose from two departure locations in San Francisco: Fisherman's Wharf or Union Square
Driver-guide and commentary in English
Guided bus tour of Yosemite Valley and free time in Yosemite Valley
Transport by air-conditioned luxury motor-coach
Yosemite National Park entrance fees
What's Not Included
Additional food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Traveler Information
INFANT: Age: 0 - 4
CHILD: Age: 5 - 11
ADULT: Age: 12 - 99
Additional Info
Face masks provided for travellers
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Regular temperature checks for staff
Service animals allowed
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Face masks provided for travellers
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Regular temperature checks for staff
Service animals allowed
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Experience may be cancelled due to Insufficient travelers
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
What To Expect
Financial District
Start your tour from San Francisco downtown, surrounded by skyscrapers that dominate the skyline (Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower), there is a wealth of tech businesses and Fortune 500 companies.
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Admission Ticket Free
San Francisco Bay Bridge
Known as the Bay Bridge (or "the other bridge"), it is a complex of bridges spanning the San Francisco Bay. This double-decker bridged services an estimated 260,000 vehicles per day, connects San Francisco and Oakland cities as a part of the Interstate 80.
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Admission Ticket Free
Oakdale
You'll pass through the Central Valley to have a taste of California's most productive agricultural region, providing more than half of the vegetables and fruits grown in the US. We will make a quick stop at Oakdale to purchase your supplies for the day: water, snacks, food for hiking, or your whole picnic.
20 minutes
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Admission Ticket Free
Yosemite National Park
Upon entering the National Park, the guide will commence with the 1-hour long bus tour of Yosemite National Park exploring one of the most visually stunning places on earth.
Your tour will include stops at Tunnel View, Bridalveil Falls, el Capitan, Half Dome, and Yosemite Valley.
5 hours
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Admission Ticket Free
Tunnel View
A visit to Yosemite would never be complete without a picture from the Tunnel View. It is a scenic viewpoint along State Route 41 in Yosemite National Park. Eastward views of Yosemite Valley include surrounding features, such as the southwest face of El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridalveil Falls.
15 minutes
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Admission Ticket Included
Bridalveil Falls
Your next stop will discover one of the most prominent waterfalls in Yosemite Valley: Bridalveil Fall. The waterfall is 617-feet tall and flows all year round. You will have 15' to walk close to the falls and take pictures that you'll never forget.
15 minutes
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Admission Ticket Included
Yosemite Valley
Once we reach the drop-off location at the heart of the Yosemite Valley, you'll have around 3 hours of free time to explore the park on your own.
Don't know what exactly to do? Ask our guide for the best spots around. You'll have options to hike the paved trails, rent a bike to cover more ground, visit the visitor's center for international exhibits or head to the Ansel Adams Gallery to see works of the legendary artist.
Although you may spend days in the park, the three hours you get on your own gives you enough time to understand why Yosemite is a World Heritage Site.
3 hours
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Admission Ticket Included
Ansel Adams Gallery
During your free time in Yosemite Valley, you can opt to head to Ansel Adams Gallery to see works of the legendary artist.
10 minutes
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Admission Ticket Free
Lower Yosemite Fall Trail
Delight in stunning views of Yosemite Falls in its entirety, with the opportunity to walk to the base of the lower fall; it roars in spring but falls silent by late summer. The trail to Lower Yosemite Fall is open year-round. When the water is at its peak in spring and early summer, you can expect to get a little wet.
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Admission Ticket Free
Valley Visitor Center
Located in the Yosemite Valley, the Valley Visitor Center is the place you must visit if you are looking for books, postcards, or maps about Yosemite. It is open all year round, and the staff is always happy to assist with any of your questions.
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Admission Ticket Free
Sentinel bridge
Located on the eastern side of Yosemite Valley, on Sentinel Drive, near Cook's Meadow, can be accessed at shuttle stop 11. This location is famous for providing a breathtaking view of Half Dome and its mirrored reflection in the Merced River, especially during the alpenglow.
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Admission Ticket Free
El Capitan
After lunch and your free time, we'll pay a visit to the grasslands in front of El Capitan giving you the chance to look for climbers on the granite wall and get your last photo memory of this unforgettable day in Yosemite.
15 minutes
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Admission Ticket Included
Yosemite Falls
During our Yosemite Valley stop, make sure you save some time to hike or bike around Yosemite Falls base. The effort is well worth the amazing views you will be rewarded at the base; you will be standing in front of the 4th tallest waterfalls in the world!
60 minutes
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Admission Ticket Included
Reviews
Awesome
Judith_R, 09-02-2023
Rob was very informative on our Yosemite tour and he knows what he’s talking about, from San Francisco to Yosemite and in between the trip.
Unforgettable
Sykenholme, 07-02-2023
One spectacular view after another! Our driver Rob went above and beyond to make sure he gave us the best day and great memories to take home.
Amazing tour with Joseph and May
Visnja_J, 27-01-2023
Our guide Joseph and our driver May were both amazing! The drive to Yosemite from SF is not an easy one, especially the climb, but May was very careful and even managed to avoid three deers on our way back. Joseph is exceptionally knowledgeable and well read. We enjoyed learning more not just about Yosemite but also about the whole region and SF. His narration was filled with anecdotes from history and full of relevant tips for the visit to Yosemite where we were left on our own to explore. The tour is very well organized, with one stop before the climb and several photo stops along the way to the Valley. We did not know there was an option to book a hotel and sleep in the Valley, then come back tomorrow with a different tour. Generally the tour operators are very accommodating and if you have any wish or request, it can easily be negotiated.
would recommend to see this time of year, cold but no crowds
Alan_S, 20-01-2023
All of it was great, It was the perfect day bright sunshine & snow & waterfalls flowing well after recent snow falls, our guide Joseph was fantastic,friendly & informative, driver ,May was the best also giving us a comfortable journey, these guys are the best team we have experienced. So glad we saw it this time of year making it a beautiful winter wonderland & now crowds
Rob is a good choice
Z5691STmial, 01-12-2022
Rob, the driver as well as tour guide is very passionate and knowledgeable. I can feel that he truly love San Francisco and Yosemeti, and would like to show us as much as he can. Thank you! Its a very memorable trip!
