Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour from San Jose
Overview
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This is the only Yosemite group tour that departs from San Jose, making it a convenient option for Bay Area travelers. You'll explore iconic sights like El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridalveil Fall, plus enjoy a peaceful walk among giant sequoias in Tuolumne Grove. With expert commentary and free time in Yosemite Valley, it’s a stress-free, all-in-one adventure.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
From November to March, when the trail is unsafe due to snow and ice, we replace the Sequoia hike with extra time in Yosemite Valley.
Winter in Yosemite is much colder than San Francisco. Wear warm clothes and shoes with rubber soles and good traction.
The tour stops around 8:30am for breakfast, 1pm for lunch, and 6pm for dinner on the way back. Meals are not included.
Free audio guides are available in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, Korean, Chinese, and Japanese. Please specify your preferred language under "Special Requirements" when booking.
You will be picked up in San Jose by a shuttle and taken to a meeting point in the East Bay (livermore), where you’ll join your tour group.
California law requires tour guests to bring a car safety seat for all children under 8 years and under 4' 9" (1.4 meters) in height
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Entrance fee into Yosemite National Park
Comfortable transportation with onboard WiFi
Five hours inside Yosemite Park with early bird entry
Live local expert guide (English)
Free unique geo-based audio guides in 8 languages
Gratuities
Meals
What To Expect
San Jose
Join us on an unforgettable tour of Yosemite National Park, home to towering granite cliffs, scenic waterfalls, and some of the world’s most beautiful nature trails. This award-winning tour gives you the most time in the park and includes a special walk among ancient Giant Sequoias. Your adventure starts with a convenient pickup in San Jose. Your tour begins with a convenient pick up in San Jose.
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Options
Yosemite & Giant Sequoias Trip
Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Trip
Tour Chinese Audio
Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in Chinese
Tour in French
Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in French
Tour Korean Audio
Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in Korean
Tour in German
Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in German
Tour Italian Audio
Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in Italian
Tour in Japanese
Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in Japanese
Tour in Spanish
Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in Spanish
Tour Portuguese Audio
Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias Tour with audio tour in Portuguese
Reviews
74 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was my first travel...
Olga D,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was my first travel experience. And I was really happy and so excited. We had really nice guide Gino. He was telling us interesting history and stories about our trip. He was nice, polite and positive. He paid attention for everyone. People in the group were nice and friendly. I really recommend to take this trip .
Highly reco!
SairaBunny E,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a long ride going to Yosemite but it was all worth it. Andy taking extra efforts just to ensure everyone in the group is ok and loved the photography 101. I have been traveling solo and joining group tours but so far, this is far greater.
Beautiful Yosemite
Gemini M,
Aug 29, 2025
- Viator
5.00I joined the Yosemite National Park and Giant Sequoias One-Day Tour from San Jose, and it was truly a wonderful experience. Yosemite is breathtaking, especially in spring and early summer (April to July), when the waterfalls are at their best. By August most of them are dry, so timing makes a big difference. The Giant Sequoias are a true wonder of nature—majestic, massive, and standing tall for thousands of years. A special mention goes to our guide and driver, Sharon Disney. She was absolutely fantastic—joyful, helpful, and always caring. When I was feeling cold, she even lent me her overall, which was such a thoughtful gesture. She made the entire trip light, fun, and memorable. I would gladly take any tour with her again. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
It was a good trip, met...
Prathamesh G,
Aug 28, 2025
- Viator
5.00It was a good trip, met new people and was able to see the most of the places of Yosemite. They provided basic facilities, sometimes they promise about providing breakfast and lunch, but they won't do.
Good tour need more planning
Manoj R,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
4.00Good. More planning needed from operators side. No seat number alloted for guests which must be done at booking time.
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