Yosemite and Giant Sequoias One Day Tour from San Jose
Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours
Instant confirmation
Mobile ticket
Modify your booking anytime
No extra fees
Best price guarantee
No hidden fees
Full-day Yosemite tour from San Jose
See Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Falls, and Tunnel View
Hike Giant Sequoia grove
Free time in Yosemite Valley for exploration and photography
Experience The Breathtaking Granite Cliffs And Ancient Giant Sequoias On A Full Day Yosemite Tour From San Jose
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Yosemite National Park on this full-day tour from San Jose, where towering granite cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and ancient Giant Sequoias create some of the most iconic landscapes in the world. Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pickup and a scenic drive through the Sierra Nevada and San Joaquin Valley, where your guide shares stories of the Gold Rush and the geological forces that shaped the park. Upon entering Yosemite, enjoy a hike through a Giant Sequoia grove.
Take in stunning views of landmarks such as Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Bridalveil Falls. Stop at Inspiration Point, also known as Tunnel View, to capture the panoramic beauty of the valley and its surrounding peaks. Afterward, you’ll have free time in Yosemite Valley to explore on your own, whether hiking the Meadow Loop, strolling to Yosemite Falls, or photographing the Swinging Bridge. The tour then continues with a scenic drive back through the Sierra Mountains, including photo stops along the way.
There will be a break for dinner as you descend toward San Jose, enjoying the sunset over California’s golden hills. This one day excursion is designed to maximize your time in the park, ensuring you visit the most significant sites without the need for overnight planning. The combination of guided narration and independent exploration allows for a balanced experience that caters to both those who want to learn about the park's history and those who want to wander through the meadows.
The journey through the Sierra Nevada provides a beautiful backdrop for the entire day, with changing landscapes that highlight the diversity of California's geography. From the massive trees to the sheer granite faces, the tour captures the essence of Yosemite's natural majesty. It is an ideal option for those based in San Jose who wish to see the highlights of the park in a single, well-organized trip that includes transportation, guided insights, and ample time for personal discovery.
Experience The Breathtaking Granite Cliffs And Ancient Giant Sequoias On A Full Day Yosemite Tour From San Jose
Experience the breathtaking beauty of Yosemite National Park on this full-day tour from San Jose, where towering granite cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and ancient Giant Sequoias create some of the most iconic landscapes in the world. Your adventure begins with a convenient hotel pickup and a scenic drive through the Sierra Nevada and San Joaquin Valley, where your guide shares stories of the Gold Rush and the geological forces that shaped the park. Upon entering Yosemite, enjoy a hike through a Giant Sequoia grove.
Take in stunning views of landmarks such as Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, and Bridalveil Falls. Stop at Inspiration Point, also known as Tunnel View, to capture the panoramic beauty of the valley and its surrounding peaks. Afterward, you’ll have free time in Yosemite Valley to explore on your own, whether hiking the Meadow Loop, strolling to Yosemite Falls, or photographing the Swinging Bridge. The tour then continues with a scenic drive back through the Sierra Mountains, including photo stops along the way.
There will be a break for dinner as you descend toward San Jose, enjoying the sunset over California’s golden hills. This one day excursion is designed to maximize your time in the park, ensuring you visit the most significant sites without the need for overnight planning. The combination of guided narration and independent exploration allows for a balanced experience that caters to both those who want to learn about the park's history and those who want to wander through the meadows.
The journey through the Sierra Nevada provides a beautiful backdrop for the entire day, with changing landscapes that highlight the diversity of California's geography. From the massive trees to the sheer granite faces, the tour captures the essence of Yosemite's natural majesty. It is an ideal option for those based in San Jose who wish to see the highlights of the park in a single, well-organized trip that includes transportation, guided insights, and ample time for personal discovery.
- Park entry fees
- Guided tour with expert insights
- Meal stops included
- Personal expenses
- Gratuities
$ 279
Contact us 24x7
This activity is managed by our trusted partner FareHarbor.
Additional taxes and fees may apply — total shown at checkout.
Select Date & Time
Select your preferred date and time from the calendar above.
Reserve with peace of mind —
Enjoy unlimited changes and full refund options.
Pickup location
Address will appear once location is loaded.
Click "Show Pickups on Map" to open the interactive map and search for your hotel or nearby location.
Click any purple pickup marker to view its connection to your searched location and find the best pickup point.
Activity Provider: Yosemite Tours
Customer Reviews
Just completed a wonderful day touring with Jarrett. He is a Bass Lake local and he was an excellent tour guide for my family of 10 (83, 82, 58, 57, 23, 20, 44,45, 8, 10). We ALL had a great day - He was very well versed on the geology of the valley as well as the interesting lifecycle of the trees and the local history of both the surrounding towns and the park. We also thoroughly enjoyed his tour highlights, family friendly "hikes" and options for the day exploring. He has been hiking the park/area for many years and continues to do so with his family, so it was great for the kids in our group to climb around lesser crowded areas and feel "special". Highlights noted from our family group: seeing the Ansel Adams photo site, the secret Sequia (hiding in plain site), explaining the brass contour maps, noting the old stagecoach trail, personal stories of his experiences on the trails, "Where's Waldo" (ask him), additionally, he wasn't pushy and seemed more like a friend showing us around vs. a regular tourguide. Highly recommend him.
My husband and I chose Yosemite for our honeymoon, and it was our first time visiting. so booking a tour was definitely the right choice. We went with Discovery Yosemite and had an amazing experience with our driver and guide, Phillip Ireland. He was incredibly knowledgeable and personable. He took us to Mariposa Grove, where we learned all about the majestic sequoia trees, and then to Tunnel View, absolutely breathtaking. We explored Yosemite Valley and even visited the “swinging bridge” (which, as Phillip joked, doesn’t actually swing—lol). His sense of humor made the trip even more enjoyable! Saw beautiful waterfalls. Another place was Glacier Point. Along the way, we got to see El Capitan, and Phillip brought out his binoculars and telescope so we could watch the climbers scaling the granite walls—such a unique touch. The tour covered so much and gave us the perfect overview, which really helped us feel confident exploring on our own the next day. The park is massive—it can take about four hours to drive from one end to the other—so having a guide to show us the highlights was invaluable. We highly recommend Discovery Yosemite, especially if it’s your first visit and you’re not sure where to begin. The scenery is otherworldly, and we’re already planning to come back next year!
This was a great way to see Yosemite National Park. The tour takes care of all the details so the only thing you have to think about is enjoying the sites. Tyler was our tour guide and did an amazing job of guiding us. He was kind, informative, friendly, knowledgeable, and thoughtful.
