Embark on an expedition to the unspoiled grandeur of Yosemite National Park and its Giant Sequoias, available all year round. This unique 1-day tour of Yosemite Valley from San Jose takes you to the tranquil Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, the most gigantic organisms on our planet. As you step into Yosemite Valley for an exhilarating five-hour experience, brace yourself to marvel at the Lower Yosemite, Nevada, and Bridalveil falls, and take time to appreciate El Capitan, Half Dome, and other legendary landmarks.

• Access to the Sequoia Grove can be difficult during winter months, generally October through May, 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 links available in Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, German, Korean, Chinese and Japanese. Specify language at time of booking under special requirements
• You will either be picked up directly by the tour bus or be provided transportation to the tour bus in the East Bay.
• The Giant Sequoia Grove is located at a higher elevation and the hike is dependent on trail conditions, especially from October through May. Ice and snow might make the trail unsafe to hike. The decision of whether it is safe to go on the hike will be made on a day by day basis. Therefore, a visit cannot be guaranteed. However, while the trail might be closed, guests get to spend more time in Yosemite Valley. There you can see all the other great sights Yosemite has to offer, including El Capitan, Inspiration Point, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and more.
• Exact destinations & itinerary may differ due to weather, road conditions, and the guide’s discretion.