Day 1: San Francisco to Yosemite
Stop At: San Francisco Bay, San Francisco, California United States
Leave San Francisco behind and cross the Bay Bridge, offering amazing views of Alcatraz Island and Angel Island. Cruise through Oakland, the East Bay and on to Central Valley to stop for groceries (own expense). Travel through Gold Country and the Sierra Nevada Foothills
Stop At: Central Valley, Central Valley, California 96080, USA
Travel through California's Central Valley and see where most of California's almonds, figs, corn and more are grown. Here we will make a short stop so you can grab lunch for later and any local produce for hiking snacks. You can also pick up any other needed last-minute supplies for the days ahead.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite National Park, California United States
Begin with a one and a half hour guided driving tour descending through Yosemite's glaciated valley with its famous waterfalls and rock formations, and stop to take pictures and see the views.
Stop At: Tunnel View, Wawona Road, California 95389 United States
Make a photo stop at Tunnel View, one of the most famous in the park.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite Valley Lodge, Yosemite Valley, CA 95389, USA
Stop for the afternoon at Yosemite Valley Lodge; right at the base of Yosemite Falls. Check in to the hotel, or just store your luggage at the front desk. With maps in hand, you'll get a chance to explore Yosemite's natural wonders on your own for the remainder of the day. Before exiting the vehicle, your guide will provide a choice of activities that may include: checking out the Visitor's Center and Ansel Adams Gallery, hiking some of the trails in the valley (snowshoes available for rent at Curry Village), taking the free shuttle around other parts of the valley, listening to fireside stories at the historic Ahwahnee Hotel and/or enjoying a ranger program provided by the park service.
Duration: 6 hours
Accommodation included:
Overnight accommodations at Yosemite Valley Lodge or the Curry Village Heated Tent Cabins.
Day 2: Yosemite Valley Free Day and back to San Francisco
Stop At: Yosemite Valley, 9035 Village Dr, California 95389 United States
Wake at your leisure and enjoy the morning and early afternoon to explore as you please. Feel free to leave your luggage at the front desk while you soak up the rest of your time in this beautiful destination.
Duration: 6 hours
Stop At: Yosemite Falls, California 95389 United States
During your free time in Yosemite Valley, you can choose to hike or bike around the base of Yosemite Falls.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Ansel Adams Gallery, 9031 Village Dr, California 95389 United States
During your free time in Yosemite Village, you can choose to visit the famous photographer' gallery to view a collection of Ansel Adams' original photographs.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Yosemite Valley Lodge, Yosemite Valley, CA 95389, USA
Grab a few last photos and make sure to meet your guide at 3:30pm for the journey back to San Francisco. You'll stop at the halfway point to grab a bite to eat.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: San Francisco, San Francisco, California United States
Enjoy the skyline of San Francisco at night as we cross the Bay Bridge and return you to your lodging. You should be back at your hotel around 8-9pm.
