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SF to Yosemite Park 2-Day Hotel Tour Tour Code: INA5168	Email This Page

Our Price: $289	Date: Lodging: Hotel Pickup Location:

San Francisco to Yosemite National Park 2-day Tour (Hotel)

Operates on: Monday and Wednesday

On our Yosemite Hotel 2 Day Tour you will enjoy much more time and flexibility in the park than with any other company. Your guide stays at the same hotel as you do so you get a more personal experience. The two days in Yosemite park are divided between the Yosemite Valley and the High Country. See and photograph such famous highlights as Yosemite Falls (the tallest waterfall in North America), El Capitan, Half Dome, Bridal veil Fall and Inspiration Point. This tour also includes a trip to Glacier Point (seasonal) and a hike among the Giant Sequoias (seasonal).

Tour Itinerary (for reference only):

D A Y O N E
6:15 - 7:00 am	Hostel/Hotel Pick up in Downtown San Francisco and Fisherman's Wharf
7:00 - 11:30 am	Cross the Bay Bridge with views of Alcatraz and Angel Island through Oakland and the East Bay, then on to the Central Valley. A stop to pick up a picnic lunch (included). Travel through the Gold Country and Sierra Foothills. Approx 11:30 am Arrive at Yosemite National Park. Once in Yosemite your guide will give you a 1 1/2 hour narrated tour of the Yosemite Valley and surrounding areas.
11:30 - 1:00 pm	Hike down to the Giant Sequoia Trees (seasonal) for a picnic lunch.
1:30 - 3:00 pm	Maps and guides in hand enjoy a guided tour through Yosemite's glaciated valley with its famous waterfalls and rock formations.
3:00 - 6:00 pm	After the tour we stop for the afternoon at the base of Yosemite Falls. Your guide will provide a choice of activities that may include, a walk to the base of the falls, time at the main visitor's center, The Ansel Adams Gallery, The Ahwanhee Hotel, swimming or relaxing along the river, biking or hiking.
6:00 pm	Regroup and head to our lodging for dinner (not included), time to relax by the river, and hang out in the pub. We stay at the Cedar Lodge which is situated in the picturesque Merced River canyon. There’s no need to waste time waiting for bus transfers to get to/from the park so you can see more of Yosemite.

D A Y T W O
Approx 8:00 am	Be packed, fed and ready for departure to spend the day in Yosemite.
8:00 - 4:30 pm	Drive as a group to Glacier Point (seasonal) for views of Yosemite Valley. Here you have the option to hike back to the Valley or return in the van and have a full free day in Yosemite Valley. You get to choose. There are loads of different hiking options, from short easy walks to long, strenuous ones. Your guide will give you all the details. You can also choose to check out the main visitor's center, The Ansel Adams Gallery, The Ahwanhee Hotel, spend time by the river, or rent a bike.
4:30 pm	Regroup and head to the base of El Capitan to spot climbers
9:00 - 9:30 pm	Arrive in San Francisco after stopping for a bite to eat. Enjoy the skyline of San Francisco as we cross the Bay Bridge and return you to your lodging.

Package includes:

1 night at Cedar Lodge or similar including tax
A picnic lunch on Day 1
Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off from San Francisco (Downtown and Fisherman's Wharf)
Round trip 15-seat biodiesel van transportation
Entrance fee to Yosemite National Park
Glacier Point tour (summer) or Yosemite Valley tour (year round)
Tour guide (Level 3: Fully-guided tour).
Tax included

Tour Package does not include:

Air fares between your city and San Francisco
Laundry, valet, telephone calls, wines and liquors other than those specified.
All meals and drinks during the trip unless otherwise stated, but the tour guide will arrange for.
All other private expenses, gratitude to tour guide

What to Bring:

(May-October): Small Overnight Bag (that can fit under seat). Sneakers or Hiking Boots. Hiking Clothes (Shorts & T-shirt). Swimwear. Sun Protection & Bug spray. Water Bottle. Warm Layers (Evenings can be cooler). Raincoat/Jacket (Summer rain showers are common)
(November-April): Small Overnight Bag (that can fit under seat). Hiking Boots or Sneakers (waterproof proffered). Warm Layers (Long Underwear Suggested). Swimwear (Hotel has Indoor Pool & Jacuzzi). Sun Protection. Water Bottle. Waterproof Jacket/Pants for winter conditions

Hotel Information:

Cedar Lodge: The Lodge has such creature comforts as a restaurant, bar, two swimming pools, a jacuzzi and private beach access on the Merced River. The river flows cold and heavy in the Spring and early Summer but is comfortable to swim in during August and September.

Departure Details:

Complimentary hotel pick-up service is available from all downtown hotels in central San Francisco area between 6:15am and 6:45am. Please advise pick-up hotel at time of booking and call upon arrival in San Francisco to reconfirm pick-up time.

Special Note:

Lodging: Single price is for one person staying in one room. Double, Triple and Quadruple prices are for two people, three people and four people staying in one room respectively. Triple and Quad rooms are based on the existing bedding in a room which is 2 double beds.
Child Rate: Child rates apply to those 0 to 11 years and using existing bedding with 2 full-paying passengers (regardless of ages).

Pricing

Double occupancy:

$289 per person

Triple occupancy:

$269 per person

Quadruple occupancy:

$259 per person

Single occupancy:

$339 per person

Child (0-12 yrs old):

$239 per person

Redemption Instruction

You will receive an confirmation email (e-ticket) after your order was received. Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Email (e-ticket). When you reserve your attractions and services you will be asked to print e-tickets to present when you arrive at your destination. You must print the e-tickets and take them along on your trip; they are your proof of purchase.

Terms and Conditions

Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation.
If a reservation cannot be confirmed, customers will receive an email and/or phone call within 1-2 business days after booking.
Cancellation Fee: 20% of total trip price for any confirmed reservation canceled up to 72 hours prior to tour departure; 30% of total trip price for any reservation canceled between 72 and 24 hours prior to tour departure; 50% of total trip price for any reservation canceled between 24 and 12 hours prior to tour departure; 100% of total trip price for any reservation canceled within 12 hours of tour departure or No-Show
We are not responsible for any cancellations or modifications of tours due to weather condition, road hazards, vehicle breakdowns, or other unforeseen conditions that may hinder the ability for the tour to take place as scheduled.
We reserve the right to cancel or modify any trip due to weather conditions or other circumstances beyond our control. In such cases, we cannot be responsible for paying any expenses you may have incurred other than to refund monies due to you for tour price.