Explore Sequoias and Waterfalls in Yosemite

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8 to 9 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Explore the iconic landscapes of Yosemite Valley and the majestic giant sequoias on this guided naturalist hike. This full-day adventure features dramatic waterfalls, colorful vistas, and insights into the park's geological wonders. The tour includes a leisurely 3-mile round-trip walk to a grove of giant sequoias, allowing you to appreciate their grandeur up close. Ideal for nature enthusiasts and families (ages 8+), this tour combines expert guidance with transportation, a lunch voucher, and snowshoe rental when needed for winter excursions.

- Full-day guided tour from 9am to 5:30pm with a naturalist guide
- Explore Yosemite Valley’s icons and hidden gems
- 3-mile round-trip walk to see giant sequoias
- Suitable for ages 8 and up, with a maximum group size of 9

What's Included

Private transportation
You will receive a lunch voucher upon check-in. This voucher is redeemable before the trip at our General Store. This store is located on property.
Park Admission - This fee is waivable if you present an America the Beautiful Pass, Senior Pass, or Yosemite Vehicle Entrance Receipt.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

All groups meet at the Recreation Center at Rush Creek Lodge.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 9 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Tunnel View

    View one of the most iconic vista points in Yosemite. See Half Dome, El Capitan, and Bridalveil Fall all from one stop.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Yosemite Falls

    Experience one of the tallest waterfalls in the lower 48 states.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    El Capitan

    See the crown jewel of Big Wall climbing

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias

    Experience a 3 mile round trip hike to see Yosemite's Giant Sequoias.

    2 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Yosemite Valley

    This two-in-one Yosemite Valley and giant sequoia guided naturalist hike and tour is a memorable, fun day getting to know Yosemite from an insider’s perspective. Let us do the driving while you enjoy dramatic waterfalls, a spectrum of colorful landscapes, stunning panoramic vistas and majestic giant sequoia trees. The Yosemite Valley portion of this tour showcases the Valley’s icons as well as its hidden secrets. You’ll gain an understanding of how glaciers, rivers, rocks and erosion created this scenic wonder, and get some insight into John Muir’s legacy.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Evergreen Lodge at Yosemite Guided Excursions

Tags

Hiking Tours
Small Group
Additional fees
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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