San Francisco to Yosemite National Park Adventure

Join us for a full-day trip to Yosemite National Park from San Francisco. Travel in comfort through California’s Central Valley and into the Sierra Nevada foothills. Begin your adventure with a seasonal hike through a grove of giant sequoia trees—some of the oldest and tallest living things on Earth. This hike may be unavailable in winter or poor weather.
Continue with a guided driving tour through Yosemite Valley, stopping for photos at Tunnel View, Bridalveil Fall, El Capitan, and Half Dome. After the tour, enjoy up to 2 hours of free time to explore—walk to Yosemite Falls, visit the Ansel Adams Gallery, or simply relax and soak in the views.

Want more? Select the Alcatraz combo at checkout to visit San Francisco’s most notorious prison. The Yosemite tour operates on the day you book; Alcatraz takes place the following day at 12:00 PM. Your ferry tickets and the award-winning audio tour of the island are included. Return at your leisure by ferry.

Meeting Point

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

250 Beach St, San Francisco, CA 94133, USA

For Yosemite Bus Tour Only:
The pickup time at the Hotel Zephyr at 250 Beach St. is at 5:30am.

JW Marriott San Francisco Union Square

515 Mason St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA

For Yosemite Bus Tour Only:
The pickup time at the JW Marriott at 515 Mason St. is at 5:50am.

What's included:

• Guided tour in Yosemite
• Comfortable transportation
• Hike to Giant Sequoia grove (weather permitting)
• Alcatraz audio guide in multiple languages (if option selected)
• Alcatraz Island admission fee ($45.25 value) (if option selected)
• Professional driver/guide
• Park entrance fee
• 2 hours of free time in Yosemite

Not included:

• Gratuity
• Food & drinks

What to expect:

Duration: 15 hours

Yosemite National Park

California

Join us for a one-day adventure to Yosemite National Park, departing from San Francisco. Travel comfortably with a rest stop for lunch along the way, followed by a scenic 1-hour guided tour through the park. You will have 3 hours of free time to explore the park.

4 hours

Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias

Yosemite National Park, California

Take a peaceful walk through a serene forest trail to see awe-inspiring giant sequoia trees, some of the largest and oldest living things on Earth. The hike is moderate, approximately 1.5–2 miles round-trip, with some elevation gain on the return. Please note: this portion is seasonal and may be unavailable in winter or during poor weather conditions.

1 hour, 30 minutes

El Capitan

, , 95389, California

Stop at El Capitan, a majestic granite monolith in Yosemite National Park, rising over 3,000 feet and renowned as a world-class destination for rock climbing and its awe-inspiring vertical face.

15 minutes

Bridalveil Fall

95389, California

Stop at Bridalveil Falls, a stunning 620-foot waterfall, known for its graceful cascade and mist that often creates beautiful rainbows, especially in the spring.

15 minutes

Yosemite Valley

Yosemite Valley, California

Once in Yosemite Valley, you'll have three hours of free time to explore at your own pace. Whether you choose to hike to the base of Lower Yosemite Falls, take a leisurely walk on scenic trails, or visit the museums and visitor center, there's something for everyone. A complimentary shuttle is available to help you explore other areas of the park.

2 hours

Half Dome

, , California

Stop at Half Dome, an iconic granite peak in Yosemite National Park, famous for its unique shape and challenging hike, offering breathtaking panoramic views from its summit.

15 minutes

Alcatraz Island

San Francisco, 94133, California

If you select the option with Alcatraz: You will take a short ride on a ferry (15min) to Alcatraz Island from Pier 33. Enjoy a 45-minute immersive audio tour to listen to the incredible history of the infamous prison. After that, you have all the time you want to explore the rest of the island. Then you can take any ferry back to Pier 33. The ferry usually runs every 30 minutes. A multi-language audio tour included is now available in nine languages: English, Spanish, Mandarin, Italian, French, Japanese, Korean, German, Portuguese, and Dutch. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time.

3 hours • Admission Ticket Included