See the towering sequoias and dramatic landscape of Yosemite National Park on a day trip from San Jose that combines Yosemite highlights with free time to explore. Take in Half Dome, Inspiration Point, and El Capitan, join a guide for an hour-long hike through Tuolomne Grove, then hike or bike through the Yosemite Valley on your own. With convenient, round-trip transport from San Jose and park entrance fees included, you can focus on the views and watch for wildlife along the way.
See the park's most scenic places
Visit Yosemite National Park
Drive through the gold rush towns of the Sierra Nevada mountains
Hike into the Tuolomne Grove
Free time to explore the Yosemite Valley
Enjoy commentary from a guide throughout the tour
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
Expert guide and commentary
Yosemite National Park entrance fee
Free Wifi on vehicle
Exclusions
Gratuities (optional)
Child safety seat for children under 8 years old or 4' 9" (1.4 meters) required
Food and drinks, unless specified
Departure & Return
Departure point
Tour departs from the Fairmont Hotel San Jose (You will either be picked up directly by the tour bus or be provided transportation to the tour bus in the East Bay)
Departure Time
6:30 amHotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
Return Details
Original departure point
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
Access to the Sequoia Grove can be difficult during winter months, generally October through April, and other activities may be substituted at the discretion of the guide.
During winter months, temperatures in Yosemite can vary drastically to the ones in San Francisco. Therefore, it is recommend to wear winter clothes, especially shoes or boots with rubber soles and treads.
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
As tour sizes vary, transportation is in either a 15-passenger minivan or a 41-passenger bus.
Tour makes stops at approximately 8:30am for breakfast, 1pm for lunch and on the trip back for dinner. Meals are not included.
Audio headsets available in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, Korean, Mandarin and Japanese. Specify language at time of booking under special requirements. Please bring USD20.00 deposit on the day of the tour. This will be refunded at the end.
You will either be picked up directly by the tour bus or be provided transportation to the tour bus in the East Bay.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel At least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.