Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco: Half-Dome & El Capitan
Private Day Trips
Digital
15 hours
English
Travel by car from San Francisco to the Sierra Nevada while enjoying the beautiful mountain views. Walk through a forest of giant sequoias, and see Half-Dome, El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and North America’s tallest, Yosemite Falls. Relax and enjoy the exquisite nature of the U.S. West.
- Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of giant sequoias, the towering Half-Dome, majestic El Capitan, and the mesmerizing Yosemite Falls up close and personal
- Sit back, relax, and enjoy the scenic ride with our convenient round-trip hotel transfers from San Francisco
- Immerse yourself in Yosemite's rich history and fascinating stories with our detailed commentary, available in multiple languages, including Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Korean!
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Yosemite Day Tour
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What's included in Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco: Half-Dome & El Capitan
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Bask in the breathtaking views of Yosemite's natural beauty
Discover the enchanting Sequoia Grove and marvel at its ancient wonders
Feast your eyes on the stunning vistas of Yosemite's picturesque landscapes
Immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring scenery of Yosemite's majestic wilderness
Gaze in wonder at the stunning beauty of Yosemite's awe-inspiring natural wonders
— Important Info —
- Meeting Time: 5:00 am–6:30 am (Subject to the hotel location. Please refer to the voucher for the actual meeting time)
- Meeting Point: Please select the meeting point when booking. You can check all the meeting hotels and times in the Pick-up Point section of the product page
- Return Info:
- Drop-off at the original meeting point
- The return time is subject to change due to weather and traffic conditions. Please consider before booking
— Itinerary —
*The itinerary is for reference only. The stop time and the sequence might be different due to the weather/seasonal circumstances
- 05:20 - 10:30: Hotel Pickup, Head to Yosemite
- Convenient hotel pickup
- Breakfast stop. Pick up snacks and lunch for the park
- Your guide prepares you for a day in Yosemite Park
- 10:30 - 12:30: Admire Views of Yosemite Valley
- Enter Yosemite National Park
- Stop to photograph Tunnel View
- Marvel at the beauty of Bridalveil Fall and Half Dome
- 12:30 - 14:00: Explore the Valley On Your Own
- Enjoy free time to explore Yosemite Valley
- Explore the trail to the Lower Yosemite Falls
- Have lunch (meal not included)
- 14:00 - 14:45: Stops at El Capitan and Valley View
- Stop at El Capitan Meadow to spot some climbers
- Capture the Merced River among granite peaks at Valley View
- 14:45 - 16:30: Hike to Giant Sequoia Redwoods
- Make the scenic drive to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
- Hike in the Grove of Giant Sequoias (conditions permitting)
- 16:30 - 21:00: Return to San Francisco
- Descend the Sierras as you return to San Francisco
- Break for dinner
Inclusions
- Roundtrip transportation from your hotel in San Francisco
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- Multi-language audio guide
- Park entrance reservation
- National park admission
- Tips
- Insurance
- Service charge
- Personal expenses
- Dining expenses
- Other expenses not mentioned above
- Baby seat
- The tour guide will offer alternative arrangements in the event of attraction closure due to holidays or unforeseen circumstances
- Times listed are approximate. Traffic and other unforeseen issues can cause delays or changes out of our control. Please do not make flight/travel arrangements on the same day as your tour
- Please be advised that refunds or compensation will not be granted if you leave the tour halfway or miss the entire tour due to personal reasons, such as lack of travel documents, late arrival, sickness, or accident
- Please carry your passport and visa with you at all times
- Please ensure that you arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes in advance
- The tour guide will adjust the attraction visiting sequence to accommodate weather conditions, so please consider this before booking
- The tour guide will arrange the drop-off sequence to cope with traffic conditions
- The return time is subject to weather and traffic conditions, so please query the tour guide if needed
- Please wear comfortable shoes suitable for walking and prepare a lightweight or waterproof jacket
- Please prepare warm clothes in winter and sunhats and sunglasses in summer
Meet
Venues
- Holiday Inn San Francisco Golden GatewayPlease note that the meeting time and location may change due to unforeseen circumstances or emergencies. Travelers are advised to pay attention to any relevant information and confirm the latest meeting details with the tour operatorAt00:00View on Map
- Zephyr HotelPlease note that the meeting time and location may change due to unforeseen circumstances or emergencies. Travelers are advised to pay attention to any relevant information and confirm the latest meeting details with the tour operatorAt00:00View on Map
- Fairmont HotelPlease note that the meeting time and location may change due to unforeseen circumstances or emergencies. Travelers are advised to pay attention to any relevant information and confirm the latest meeting details with the tour operatorAt00:00View on Map
Meeting / End Points
- Yosemite
Policies
Purchase Summary
- It is not possible to arrange a pick-up at Airbnb. Travelers should book the nearest hotel for pick-up
- The itinerary is for reference only. In the case of force majeure, including but not limited to attraction closure due to holidays or unforeseen circumstances or adverse traffic or weather conditions,etc, the local tour company has the right to modify or cancel the itinerary. No prior notice and no compensation would be provided
- Travelers are advised to confirm pick-up time and location with the local agency at least 2 days before departure. Contact details:
- Contact Number: +1-415-360-6505 (United States)
- Email: [email protected]
- Office hours: Monday–Friday: 5:30 am–8:00 pm PST; Saturday–Sunday: 5:30 am–6:00 pm PST
- At least one adult must accompany children under 12 years old
- Local laws require car seats for children under 8 or under 145 cm in height. Please prepare your own car seat. Failure to do so will result in inability to participate in the tour without refunds
- Attractions are subject to closure due to weather conditions
- Multi-language audio guides are available in Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Korean. Please indicate your preference in the "Note" section when booking. Please note that the audio guide requires a personal mobile device and an internet connection, which may be affected by local landscapes
- Please be aware that tour rescheduling and cancellation will result in handling fees
- The local tour operator reserves the right to apply at a time of its choosing a surcharge to cover increased fuel prices in the marketplace. We will notify you in advance of any changes
- The local tour operator will assess a cleaning fee of up to US $100 for any passenger who permanently stains or renders a vehicle temporarily unfit for service due to spillage of any substances or other damage
Redemption Period
The voucher must be redeemed on the selected date and within operating hours; Invalid after expiration
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Redeem your voucher at the meeting point
