Yosemite National Park - Full Day Tour from San Francisco
Overview
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.
Inclusions
- Transport by air-conditioned luxury motor-coach
- Driver-guide and commentary in English
- Yosemite National Park entrance fees
- Guided bus tour of Yosemite Valley and free time in Yosemite Valley
- Choose from two departure locations in San Francisco: Fisherman's Wharf or Union Square
- Entry/Admission - Yosemite Falls
- Entry/Admission - El Capitan
- Entry/Admission - Bridalveil Falls
- Entry/Admission - Tunnel View
- Entry/Admission - Yosemite Valley
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Financial District, Financial District, San Francisco, California
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.
Pass By: San Francisco Bay Bridge, Highway 80 West, San Francisco, CA 94105
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.
Stop At: Oakdale, Oakdale, California
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park, California
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.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Tunnel View, Wawona Road, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Bridalveil Falls, Yosemite National Park, CA
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite Valley, 9035 Village Dr, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389-9912
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.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Ansel Adams Gallery, 9031 Village Dr, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389-9912
During your free time in Yosemite Valley, you can opt to head to Ansel Adams Gallery to see works of the legendary artist.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Lower Yosemite Fall Trail, Yosemite National Park, CA
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.
Pass By: Valley Visitor Center, 9035 Village Dr, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389-9912
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.
Pass By: Sentinel bridge, Sentinel dr, Yosemite National Park, CA
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.
Stop At: El Capitan, Yosemite National Park, CA
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite Falls, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
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!
Duration: 1 hour
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Financial District, Financial District, San Francisco, California
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.
Pass By: San Francisco Bay Bridge, Highway 80 West, San Francisco, CA 94105
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.
Stop At: Oakdale, Oakdale, California
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite National Park, Yosemite National Park, California
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.
Duration: 5 hours
Stop At: Tunnel View, Wawona Road, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Bridalveil Falls, Yosemite National Park, CA
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite Valley, 9035 Village Dr, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389-9912
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.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Ansel Adams Gallery, 9031 Village Dr, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389-9912
During your free time in Yosemite Valley, you can opt to head to Ansel Adams Gallery to see works of the legendary artist.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Lower Yosemite Fall Trail, Yosemite National Park, CA
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.
Pass By: Valley Visitor Center, 9035 Village Dr, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389-9912
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.
Pass By: Sentinel bridge, Sentinel dr, Yosemite National Park, CA
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.
Stop At: El Capitan, Yosemite National Park, CA
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.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite Falls, Yosemite National Park, CA 95389
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!
Duration: 1 hour
Additional information
- The Yosemite tour takes all day. We recommend wearing comfortable clothes and bring a pillow to sleep on the drive back.
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- 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 45 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 1 day of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
jainramb
May 2022
Viewing Yosemite Falls was really nice. Driver was very pleasant to talk to, friendly, and approachable.
Viewing Yosemite Falls was really nice. Driver was very pleasant to talk to, friendly, and approachable.RINKU_P
April 2022
My family had a good experience. The bus driver Mr Chabli was great and gave us good information. Would recommend to others.
My family had a good experience. The bus driver Mr Chabli was great and gave us good information. Would recommend to others.B9667CHjamesm
April 2022
The most beautiful valley on earth and we had a great driver/guide. Highly recommend for anyone regardless of physical abilities.
The most beautiful valley on earth and we had a great driver/guide. Highly recommend for anyone regardless of physical abilities.Paula_M
May 2022
It’s a long bus ride, with several hours each way on very curvy, winding roads. Have dramamine with you, in case you need it. However, once we got to the park, it was beautiful and well worth the trip. Chablis was a great driver and tour guide.
It’s a long bus ride, with several hours each way on very curvy, winding roads. Have dramamine with you, in case you need it. However, once we got to the park, it was beautiful and well worth the trip. Chablis was a great driver and tour guide.Wilhelmina_H
May 2022
It was a long day but só worth it! Joseph and Archie were a great team. We have só many beautiful pictures. The views at the stops were breathtaking.
It was a long day but só worth it! Joseph and Archie were a great team. We have só many beautiful pictures. The views at the stops were breathtaking.Paul_H
February 2022
Bus broke down, chaotic new plans and communication . No certainty we were going to get back. Communication from guide was dreadful
Bus broke down, chaotic new plans and communication . No certainty we were going to get back. Communication from guide was dreadful