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The 15 Best Yosemite Day Trips from San Francisco

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Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco - Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias: the time that makes the day feel worth it

1.Small Group Yosemite and Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,671 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $239Our pick

Small-group Yosemite day trip from San Francisco featuring giant sequoias, Tunnel View, El Capitan, Half Dome, and Yosemite Falls.

“A long day but a very rich and enjoyable tour, with lots of interesting local history and stories shared along the drive. It’s a convenient way to see the main highlights of the park without the stress of driving or planning. I’m giving 4 stars because there was subtle 20% tipping pressure through jokes and hints — a clearer expectation upfront in the tour description would feel more transparent and comfortable. Ultimately, the pay arrangement is between the company and the employee. It's optional to show gratitude and empathy, but the pressure should not be transferred to guests. The ticket price for each person is already higher than other tours,…”

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Yosemite Highlights & Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco

Yosemite Highlights & Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco - Tunnel View, Bridalveil Fall, and the Sentinel Bridge reflections

2.Yosemite Highlights & Giant Sequoias Day Tour from San Francisco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,455 reviews · 14 to 15 hours (approx.) · from $219

A long, early Yosemite day trip from San Francisco with early entry, iconic Valley viewpoints, and a Tuolumne Grove giant sequoia hike when conditions allow.

“Really enjoyed the trip. Saw a lot beautiful areas and will say must do. Gino our guide was awesome! Had a lot of info and stories. Thank you”

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From SF: Yosemite Day Trip with Giant Sequoias Hike & Pickup

From SF: Yosemite Day Trip with Giant Sequoias Hike & Pickup - Tunnel View and Bridalveil Falls, the first big Yosemite hits

3.From SF: Yosemite Day Trip with Giant Sequoias Hike & Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,331 reviews · 14 hours · from $239

Small-group Yosemite day trip from San Francisco with giant sequoias hike, big valley viewpoints, and photo stops, priced for comfort.

“We had the best day! Kurt was an excellent tour guide for our Yosemite trip. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and took great photos of our group at all the best spots. His passion for the park really showed, and we had an amazing experience. Highly recommend!”

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Yosemite National Park: Full Day Tour from San Francisco

Yosemite National Park: Full Day Tour from San Francisco - The Bay Bridge stretch and why it matters

4.Yosemite National Park: Full Day Tour from San Francisco

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 937 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $199

San Francisco to Yosemite by luxury bus with classic viewpoints, 3 hours in Yosemite Valley, and a guided route of top highlights.

“Although the bus was new, it was not a typical comfortable coach. The driver/tour guide in no way was a tour guide. She was a capable driver but shared NO information about our destination which was Yosemiti National Park. The Park was wonderful and the one-day tour would have been better had the tour company trained their driver/tour guide and provided a microphone for the driver and appropriate background information.”

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From San Francisco: Day Trip to Yosemite National Park

From San Francisco: Day Trip to Yosemite National Park - The drive through California farm country and gold rush history

5.From San Francisco: Day Trip to Yosemite National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 883 reviews · 15 hours · from $209

San Francisco to Yosemite in 15 hours by bio-fueled mini-coach, with guided valley highlights, Tunnel View photos, and 3 hours free time.

“Beautiful scenery and Jonathan was a great guide. Something to be aware of is if you’re not a US Citizen or Resident. You have to pay an extra $100 before entry to the park.”

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Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco - Bay Bridge to Central Valley: snack stop logic in Oakdale

6.Yosemite Day Tour from San Francisco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 713 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $209

Yosemite day tour from San Francisco with hotel pickup, photo stops at Tunnel View and Valley icons, plus 3 hours to explore on foot or bike.

“Did not do this tour diss very similar one. Was a great fun day the hike was amazing very hard coming back up. Jordon was a great guide filling the four hour drive with just enough information to keep it interesting”

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Yosemite National Park 2-Day Tour from San Francisco with Lodging

Yosemite National Park 2-Day Tour from San Francisco with Lodging - The San Francisco Start: What That 6:00am Means for You

San Francisco: Day Trip to Yosemite with Giant Sequoias Hike

San Francisco: Day Trip to Yosemite with Giant Sequoias Hike - Morning Pickup and the Long, Scenic Drive Out of San Francisco

Yosemite 3-Day Camping Adventure from San Francisco

Yosemite 3-Day Camping Adventure from San Francisco - Camp Life at El Portal: Tents, Showers, and the Stuff You Must Bring

9.Yosemite 3-Day Camping Adventure from San Francisco

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 211 reviews · 3 days (approx.) · from $795

3-day Yosemite camping from San Francisco with guided valley sights, giant sequoias, a full day of hikes, and two nights in provided tents.

“Went on a solo 2 Night 3 Day Yosemite camping trip with incredible adventures - Was wondering if it will be too hard but was really happy and enjoyed a lot. Tour guide Lisa was really kind and one of the best people I have ever met. Food was good, all the other people that came along in the trip were also great. It was a nice diverse crowd from different countries and different backgrounds. Lisa was great at being inclusive of everyone on the trip. She showed us many spots of Yosemite which I wouldn't have seen if I just drove there by myself, she also helped us during…”

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From San Francisco: Yosemite National Park Guided Day Trip

From San Francisco: Yosemite National Park Guided Day Trip - From San Francisco to the Sierra Nevada: Getting the Backdrop Right

10.From San Francisco: Yosemite National Park Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 197 reviews · 14 hours · from $197

San Francisco to Yosemite day trip with an air-conditioned coach, guided photo stops at Tunnel View and El Capitan, plus 3 hours in Yosemite Valley.

“Awesome experience! The guide Joseph and the driver Jack were great. Very nice spots to take pictures, plenty of time at the park, enough time at the stops for getting food. Everything was perfect. Totally worth it.”

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Yosemite Valley 3-Day Camping Adventure

Yosemite Valley 3-Day Camping Adventure - Day 1 in Yosemite Valley: sequoias, a guided orientation, then campfire planning

11.Yosemite Valley 3-Day Camping Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 180 reviews · 3 days · from $795

A guided 3-day Yosemite Valley camping trip with sequoias, high-country hikes, starry nights, and campfire cooking, from San Francisco.

“This tour was fantastic. We got to see so much of the park which wouldn’t have been possible in just one day. Our guide, James, was wonderful. He was knowledgeable about the park, managed our time well, and gave us lots of options for hikes and things to do. The hikes were challenging at times, but doable for beginners, and the views were more than worth it. The campsite and facilities were comfortable, and the tents were easy to set up and break down. Although I bought my own, others said that the sleeping bags and sleeping pads were comfortable and clean. Overall an amazing experience, 10/10 recommend!”

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San Francisco: Yosemite Park 2-Day Trip with Accommodation

San Francisco: Yosemite Park 2-Day Trip with Accommodation - Getting there in comfort: pickup, the mini-coach, and the mountain roads

12.Yosemite Park 2-Day Trip with Accommodation

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 85 reviews · 2 days · from $629

2-day Yosemite trip from San Francisco with a small group, overnight at Yosemite View Lodge, guided Valley sights, Glacier Point, sequoias.

“If you're wondering whether to book or not, just do it! You won't regret it. There is so much to see and so many places to go so this eliminates the headache and allows you to sit back and enjoy your trip. The only thing to look for when booking is what hotel you will be staying at for the overnight stay. The Yosemite Valley Hotel has more options and even a Starbucks! The actual tour is like what is listed in the details when you book. Our tour guide was Jayms and he was phenomenal. He explained things thoroughly and we had plenty of time to do the trails,…”

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From LA: SF, Yosemite, Santa Barbara and Carmel 3-Day Tour

From LA: SF, Yosemite, Santa Barbara and Carmel 3-Day Tour - Day 1: Santa Barbara coast, Solvang detour, 17-Mile Drive, and Carmel stroll time

13.From LA: SF, Yosemite, Santa Barbara and Carmel 3-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 72 reviews

3 days from LA to SF plus Santa Barbara, Carmel, Yosemite or Monterey. Bay cruise, guided sightseeing, and hotel stays.

“Jacob was a fantastic driver and guide. He had a lot of knowledge and gave us lots of interesting information. The planning was great and one or two anecdotes were unexpected but always positive. I can highly recommend this tour.”

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Yosemite National Park & Sequoias Private Tour from San Francisco

Yosemite National Park & Sequoias Private Tour from San Francisco - Door-to-door private guiding with Pablo behind the wheel

14.Yosemite National Park & Sequoias Private Tour from San Francisco

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 14 to 15 hours (approx.) · from $1,200

A private Yosemite day trip from San Francisco with door-to-door pickup, giant sequoias, Tunnel View, waterfalls, and photo stops for up to five.

“Pablo made sure we saw every view and he was excellent in dropping us near the venue and then parking. That was helpful as we had some mobility issues. Very nice person and validated all the previous reviews that I read.”

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San Francisco: 2-Day National Park Tour with Yosemite Lodge

San Francisco: 2-Day National Park Tour with Yosemite Lodge - From San Francisco to Yosemite: the biodiesel mini-coach comfort factor

15.2-Day National Park Tour with Yosemite Lodge

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 43 reviews · 2 days · from $649

Small-group Yosemite tour from San Francisco with an overnight at Yosemite Lodge at the Falls, biodiesel coach transport, plus guided Valley highlights.

“Nicole was a wonderfully knowledgeable guide and we enjoyed the two days with her as we explored Yosemite National Park. Would recommend this trip to everyone!”

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