Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Overview

Available languages

English

14 hours

Mobile ticket

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‘s Included

National Park fees

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

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge

Drive across bridge on the way to Yosemite

Admission Not Applicable

Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias

See some of the biggest trees on the planet.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Included

Options

5:30 am Departure

5:30 am Departure - Yosemite in a Day Tour from San Francisco
Pickup included

Reviews

4.89

3,630 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

3392

155

Excellent experience and...
Beautiful l,
Dec 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent experience and trip with the tour guide Dereck. He knows Yosemite deeply and is willing to help taking pictures. Give a thumb up for Dereck.
Go for it !!!
Shilpi,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We thoroughly enjoyed our time on this wonderful tour with tour guide Derek. Yosemite is mesmerizing and Derek gave useful tips to enjoy the park fullest. It’s a long and tiring day but fulfilling and good value for money.
Amazing Tour!
Mirena S,
Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Amazing experience! Trevor was our tour guide and he was absolutely phenomenal. From the very beginning, he went above and beyond, communicating with us ahead of time to make sure we felt prepared and comfortable. During the trip, he was polite, friendly, and incredibly attentive to everyone’s needs. His knowledge of the area was impressive, and he shared fascinating insights that made the tour not only enjoyable but also educational. What stood out most was Trevor’s ability to balance professionalism with genuine warmth. He created an atmosphere where we felt both well taken care of and free to enjoy ourselves. He anticipated questions before we asked them, offered helpful tips, and made sure every detail was handled smoothly. It’s rare to find someone who combines expertise with such kindness and enthusiasm, but Trevor did exactly that. We left the tour feeling enriched, relaxed, and grateful for the experience. If you’re considering this trip, I can’t recommend Trevor highly enough, he truly elevated the entire journey and made it unforgettable.
It was a jam packed day...
Grace W,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a jam packed day but well worth the long hours. Our guide Steven was super knowledgeable and great with snapping pictures! Definitely would do it again.
Awesome! Highly Recommend
Mary C,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Trevor was truly an amazing guide! He made our trip really special and he was such a sweet guy! What an awesome way to see Yosemite and spend the day at this beautiful national park! Highly recommend :)
This experience was more...
Natalia V,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This experience was more than I ever thought it would be. Absolutely amazing. Every single spot was beautiful and worth the ride. Steven was our tour guide and he made the visit even better! Would 1000% recommend.
It’s a full day of...
Jody L,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It’s a full day of activities - make sure to dress for the weather and bring snacks. Derek was a fantastic guide, very knowledgeable and showed us all the good places to go. During the long drive, documentaries on Yosemite rock climbing and nature were shown. If you’ve only got a limited time in the US, this is well worth the trip to see the stunning Yosemite valley and go for a walk amongst the giant Sequoias.
Great tour but people do not tip the tour guide l
Diego A,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This tour is great. Impressive landscapes and El Capitan is a great experience. Kurt, our tour guide, made this tour even better. He was always very polite and prompt to help everyone. He explained very well and even learning everyone’s name. We were disappointed when some people did not tip him after a whole day of hard working work.
Beautiful and interesting
Anastasia C,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Just perfect! Many great views, top photo spots, interesting stories about places, forest walking. And cool movies while drive. Thank a lot to guide Kurt for makes this trip special!
We had a wonderful...
Christina P,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had a wonderful experience on this activity! Our guide, Steven, was incredibly friendly and made the whole tour enjoyable and relaxed. He showed us many interesting places and shared insights that really added to the experience. Overall, it was a very nice and memorable outing — highly recommended!