Yosemite National Park Tour - Yosemite One Day Tour from San Francisco by Bio-Diesel Van or Mini Van

Yosemite National Park Tour - By Biodiesel Powered Vehicle

Hailed as the "Crown Jewel" of the Park Service, Yosemite National Park is truly a breath of fresh air. Our Yosemite Day Tour allows you to spend 5-6 hours in this amazing park. A 1 1/2 hour guided tour that focuses on the rock formations and waterfalls of the Yosemite Valley is included.

Some of the highlights of this tour are Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, El Capitan, and Half Dome. Our small group size provides more freedom and flexibility in the park than you'll find on large bus tours.

 

Yosemite National Park Tour - By Biodiesel Powered Vehicle

The day begins with a hotel pick-up between 6:15 and 7:00am. Heading east across the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge offers great views of the San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz Island, Fisherman's Wharf, and the Golden Gate Bridge. En Route to the park we cross through the Central Valley, where we will stop at a fruit stand for some local produce.

Famous for its rich volcanic soil, the Central Valley is the largest agricultural region in the United States. The section we drive through is best known for specialty fruits and nuts such as almonds, walnuts, cherries, and strawberries. After this quick rest stop, we enter the rolling foothills of the Sierra Nevada.

Continuing into the mountains brings us to California gold country and the gold rush town of Groveland before we wind our way into Yosemite National Park. Maps in hand, we begin with a one and a half hour narrated tour of Yosemite's glaciated valley. You will see famous waterfalls and rock formations including Yosemite Falls - the tallest waterfall in North America - El Capitan, Half Dome, Bridalveil Falls, Sentinel Dome, and much more. During the tour you will see Yosemite Valley from a number of great vantage points, the best of which is perhaps Inspiration Point. At 4,500 feet above sea level, this viewpoint gives you a commanding view east up the valley. Yosemite is a mecca for rock climbers, and the sight of people climbing El Capitan's 3,200 ft. (1000m) sheer rock face is quite amazing.

Because of our small group size, we can incorporate multiple photo stops into our tour so you can better enjoy your time in the park. After the tour, we stop for the afternoon near the base of Yosemite Falls, where there are a variety of options for lunch (not included). After eating, you will have 3-4 hours of free time to explore the valley as you choose.

You can walk to the base of Yosemite Falls, check out the visitor center, visit the Ansel Adams Gallery, stop in at the Ahwahnee Hotel, rent a cruiser bike, or hike some of the trails that originate from the valley. Although you could spend three weeks in Yosemite, the three hours you get on your own is enough time to understand why Yosemite is one of America's most popular national parks. Regrouping again in the late afternoon, we head for San Francisco, stopping for a short break before arriving back in the city and dropping you at your lodging between 8:30 and 9:00pm.

YOSEMITE IN WINTER MONTHS - NOVEMBER 1 - MARCH 31:

Meadows of fresh powder, snow-sprinkled granite, and frozen cascades characterize Yosemite National Park in the winter. The winter season in Yosemite is an undiscovered wonderland. Yosemite Park is open year round, though more than 80% of visitors arrive during the summer months.

If you are interested in seeing Yosemite without the crowds and congestion, then our Yosemite Winter Day Tour is perfect for you. After you see the vibrant colors of the Sierra Nevada in the winter sun you will understand why John Muir named these mountains the "range of light." Come enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Yosemite National Park with us this winter.

Yosemite One Day Tour from San Francisco via Bio-Diesel Van
January - December: Daily at 7:00am with Pick Up Starting at 6:00am

 

Complimentary Hotel Pick Up:

• Complimentary hotel pick up is offered from most hotels in San Francisco. Pick up will be at a pre-arranged time prior to the actual tour departure time of 7:00am. This time will be listed on your confirmation ticket. Please be punctual for your pick up time, but allow at least ten 10 minutes for possible traffic delay. Click here for a Hotel Pick Up List

Handicap Accessibility:

• Wheelchair facilities are available. However, passengers in a wheelchair can be accommodated only if they can get on and off the van on their own and if the wheelchair is foldable. The driver is not permitted to assist handicapped persons due to insurance restrictions.

About our Vehicles:

• Incredible Adventures promotes Green, sustainable tourism. They have a fleet of vehicles that operate on Biodiesel fuel to protect the natural areas they visit. THey are the first and only tour company in the United States dedicated to using Biodiesel as the primary source of fuel for their tour vehicles. This commitment helps keep our natural areas clean and green. All of the vehicles have dual air conditioning, heat and custom stereo with PA systems. They are concerned with the environmental impact of the tours, because of this they utilize 15 passenger Biodiesel vans and small groups.

 

Payment:

Your credit card will be charged the total amount of products and services selected upon confirmation of your tour. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover CardsPayment in advance by major credit card; Visa, Mastercard, or Discover Card.

Confirmation & Travel Voucher

This tour must be booked at least 24hrs in advance of your travel date. Your confirmation for this product will be received within 12-24 hours subject to availability. You will receive a confirmation email with a link to your E-Ticket Voucher. Print this voucher on you home/office printer and present SIGNED voucher at departure location. Only one voucher will be created per tour or activity for all travelers.

Cancellation Policy:

• 20% of Total Tour Cost + $10.00 Administration Fee for any cancellations once the tour is booked.

• 30% of Total Tour Cost + $10.00 Administration Fee for cancellations between 72 - 24 Hours before tour date.

• 100% of the Total Tour Cost for cancellations within 24 hours of the tour date and for No-Shows. Customers are considered a No-Show if they cancel the morning of the trip, are not at the designated pickup location at the correct time, or for any other reason miss a tour without informing Incredible Adventures at least 12 hours prior to departure - such as not giving us their hotel info.

Incredible Adventures Tours assumes no responsibility for delays caused by accidents, breakdown, bad conditions of the road and other conditions beyond control, in addition to insufficient numbers of passengers. Not responsible for loss or damage to property.

Weather permitting. If seasonal fog obscures the view, tour route may be altered. Meals, Gratuities and Souvenirs are not included. Incredible Adventure reserves the right to change the size of the vehicle to meet demand for tours.

All company policies can be found at tourcorp.com, and a part of this tour purchase.