Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco
Overview
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14 hours
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Take a day trip from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park, described as the crown jewel of the country's many splendid national parks. You will be guided on a coach tour to highlights such as Bridalveil Falls, Tunnel View, El Capitan, and Yosemite Falls, with a stop for a 1-mile (1.6-km) walk into a grove of giant sequoias*.
Our vans only take 15 passengers, so we are able to stop at more places with less time for loading and unloading of passengers.
*weather permitting, and the hike is not recommended for people with health issues
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Car seat required for children 8 years old and under; not provided
The trip is accessible for most of the tour. However, at the end of the day, we go on a hike to see the giant sequoias. This is NOT advised for people with back, heart or knee problems. It is also not wheelchair accessible. Unfortunately, this is only way to see the sequoias.
There is a possibility that the Giant Sequoia hike will not be available due to winter weather conditions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge
Drive across bridge on the way to Yosemite
Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
See some of the biggest trees on the planet.
What‘s Included
National Park fees for US Residents
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off (from select hotels in San Francisco)
Local taxes
All activities
Food and drinks
Gratuities
No Pick-up/Drop-off from residential addresses or hotels outside of San Francisco
"Please note that new National Park fees may apply for international visitors. If applicable, this fee is collected in-destination and not at the time of booking."
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5:30 am Departure
5:30 am Departure - Yosemite in a Day Tour from San Francisco
Pickup included
Reviews
3,667 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Worth every penny
heatherlwong,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Everything was great. Comfortable van with wifi and a TV they play movies on. Trevor was great and provided us with good information throughout the day and made sure we were taken care of. 20%+ tip is completely reasonable considering how long the day is and how smoothly everything went. Would definitely recommend.
Don't Hesitate! Awesome Tour of Yosemite!
suzeroth,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Trevor made the day unforgettable! His detailed knowledge and enthusiasm for Yosemite was contagious. His choice of videos on the bus made viewing El Capitan more meaningful and awe inspiring. Trevor was warm and friendly. He kept us all well informed of where to be when, and shared information about history and geography in manageable chunks - he's a natural-born teacher. The tour hits so many highlights of Yosemite. Couldn't have asked for more.
Gorgeous Day at Yosemite
Joseph R,,Jan 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Trevor was an amazing tour guide! Very enthusiastic on everything California, and did a fantastic job explaining everything regarding Yosemite. The on time pickup was perfect. I would suggest looking into reusable plastic waterjugs, instead of single use water bottles for the tour bus to be more eco-friendly. The van was comfortable and really enjoyed the movies shown on climbing and Yosemite.
Amazing tour with an outstanding guide.
Jeff G,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Amazing experience visiting this unique park. Our tour guide Trevor was so knowledgeable and added a lot to the overall experience by relating the history to what we were seeing.
Kurt is an excellent...
Deze L,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kurt is an excellent guide—very professional, dedicated, and thoughtful. We had a wonderful time visiting Yosemite with him. Throughout the trip, he shared a lot of interesting and informative commentary, and he always greeted everyone politely when getting on and off the bus. He is very considerate and attentive to the group. Along the way, he even played videos about Yosemite National Park and solo rock climbing, which made the journey more engaging. He also pointed out many great photo spots and added humor to the trip with his jokes. The itinerary was very well planned: we visited all the major highlights that were open, including Tunnel View, riverside viewpoints, and several waterfalls. We also hiked the Sequoia Trail and even used a telescope to view El Capitan. Overall, it was an amazing experience, and I highly recommend Kurt as a guide.
Best Bay Area Tours Yosemite
Emily M,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Steven from Best Bay Area Tours was a professional and knowledgeable guide and driver. The bus fit the group of 15 in comfort. Yosemite is magnificent and Steven has a lot of great tips and stories to share. Great day for families, couples or solo.
Best Yosemite Day Experiences
hiroshie2026,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were guided to the best time of day without missing the best view points in Yosemite. Walking in the Sequoia forest was also lent non-slip equipment so I could walk safely and comfortably on the snow. The videos they played me on the way back and forth, Valley Uprising and Free Solo, were also great.
Beautiful Wilderness
Andrew K,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great day with my brother! Steven did a wonderful job and was fun and insightful! The park is not to be missed!
Great experience
Ryan P,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kurt was awesome! He showed us all the best spots and was an insightful guide. He made sure it was a great trip and highly recommend!
Yosemite is absolutely...
Renato F,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Yosemite is absolutely stuning, even though the weather was far from ideal. I will definitely return in better weather conditions. Our guide, Trevor, was very knowledgeable, engaging and gave excellent suggestions to enjoy San Francisco.
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