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Discover Yosemite is honored to have received Trip Advisors Traveler’s Choice award for being in the top 10% of activities in the World for each of the past two years. We go to great lengths and expense to assure an excellent experience for all who join us on our Yosemite Tours. If you are looking to enjoy the majesty and natural beauty of Yosemite National Park with an expert driver/guide who knows where to go, and how to get there and all about what you are seeing, join us for an unforgettable day in Yosemite. We’ll get you to the iconic viewpoints so you can capture the beauty of this Crown Jewel of National Parks with spectacular photos to commemorate your adventure. We include lunch, snacks and water on all our full-day tours, so you don’t have to take time out from seeing the sights to wait in line. Our vehicles are impeccably cleaned and rigorously maintained for your comfort and safety. Itinerary is subject to change due to weather or other conditions beyond our control.

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Yosemite Highlights Small Group Tour

9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $220

Soar over Palm Springs on the Aerial Tramway for spectacular views of the desert. Ascending to 5,783 feet (1,790 meters), the tram transports you to the San Jacinto Mountains. View unspoiled wilderness, including mountain spires and Ponderosa pine trees, during your ascent. Disembark and explore the area around Mountain Station, which includes a cocktail lounge, restaurant and observation deck. Hike, snowshoe or cross-country ski on the trails in the Mt. San Jacinto State Park and Wilderness Area around Mountain Station.

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Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Admission Ticket

1 to 2 hoursFree Cancellation

from $34

Likely to Sell Out

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Sequoia National Park Small-Group Tour from Three Rivers

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $299

Explore Joshua Tree National Park on a small-group, guided tour that’s designed to cover key park areas efficiently, all without the need to plan routes or drive yourself. Travel between viewpoints while stopping for short walks to experience the landscape up close (park admission own expense). This half-day tour offers a practical way for visitors to maximize their sightseeing, and see a range of highlights in just a limited timeframe.

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Joshua Tree National Park Sightseeing Adventure Tour

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $99

Special Offer

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Muir Woods and Sausalito Small-Group Tour

5 hoursFree Cancellation

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$89

$99

Likely to Sell Out

Maximize your chances of seeing dolphins, and other sea creatures in Dana Point on this whale and dolphin watching eco-safari. Cruise aboard a catamaran to some of the area’s best places to spot out different kinds of whales and dolphins. An on-board naturalist also provides on-going commentary the whole way to keep you educated and in the know about these sea creatures and their natural habitat.

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Dana Point Dolphin and Whale Watching with Underwater Viewing

2 hours 30 minutes

from $106

Cruise off the coast of Orange County in search of whales on this excursion from Newport Beach. Watch the rugged, beautiful scenery of the Pacific Coast glide by as you listen to interesting commentary from your crew about the native California marine life. Watch for blows and tail slaps; these signals indicate that humpback, minke, grey, finback, or giant blue whales are nearby. Dolphins and other marine life are also in abundance during this family-friendly, year-round whale watching tour.

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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

2 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

from $39

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Whale Watching Tour From Monterey

3 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $75

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Muir Woods and Sausalito Morning Tour Small-Group Half Day

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $99

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Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $59

View from the cabin, below the waterline

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Undersea Expedition: Catalina Island Tour

45 minutes

from $53

Special Offer

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Alcatraz Tour Plus Muir Woods and Sausalito Day Trip

Swap city sightseeing for some time on the water with this exciting whale-watching cruise. Avoid the guesswork when trying to figure out where to spot whales, and let the experienced crew take you directly to places known for sightings. As well as whales, you may spot sea lions, sea birds, and sometimes dolphins—with commentary from the naturalist guides who can share plenty of facts about marine life.

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San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $34

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Monterey Whale Watching Tour

2 to 3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $70

Spare yourself the headache of car rental and navigation with round-trip bus transit from San Francisco to Muir Woods. Listen to live commentary during the drive, then explore the park on your own. Next, stop by the scenic seaside town of Sausalito, and stroll independently. Afterwards, relax during your return journey through the Marin Headlands. Upgrade to add on a hop-on hop-off bus tour and enjoy a self-guided Chinatown walking tour.

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San Francisco Excursion: Guided Tour to Muir Woods and Sausalito

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $84

Enjoy sublime coastal scenery as you spot marine life during this kayaking trip to La Jolla’s sea caves and ecological reserve. Paddle alongside your expert naturalist guide as you observe the numerous species of birds, dolphins, sea lions, and even orcas of the area. Kayak among the lush kelp beds that grow in the reserve and, if conditions permit, explore inside the sea caves that dot the rocky coastline.

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La Jolla Sea Caves Kayak Tour For Two (Tandem Kayak)

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $77

Per group

Special Offer

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San Francisco Bay Cruise

1 hourFree Cancellation

Small-Group Day Tour of Hollywood, Los Angeles and Beaches from Anaheim

8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $99

Take in soaring cliffs, alpine meadows, and other natural wonders on a private, guided hiking tour of Yosemite National Park. Tailor this half-day excursion to your interests and ability; your guide helps find your perfect trail into the wilderness. Head off the tourist trail, learn about the history and ecology of the High Sierra, enjoy a backcountry picnic, and admire stunning views of the Yosemite Valley or High Country.

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Private Guided Hiking Tour in Yosemite

4 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $315

Price varies by group size

Likely to Sell Out

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Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point

2 hours

from $65

El Capitan creates a striking backdrop for visitors photos on this day trip to Yosemite National Park.

Discover the rugged beauty of the Sierra Nevada and Yosemite National Park on this full-day tour from San Francisco. Enjoy early park entry and comfortable hotel pickup from major San Francisco hotels. Spot supersized natural wonders such as Half Dome, El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and sequoia groves, and spend several hours exploring the park’s wonders on your own. Non-U.S. residents aged 16 and older pay an additional park entry fee.

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Best of Yosemite & Giant Sequoias Day Trip from San Francisco

15 hoursFree Cancellation

from $224

Likely to Sell Out

Wander through an ancient coastal redwood forest and explore the artistic enclave of Sausalito on this combo tour from San Francisco. Travel across the Golden Gate Bridge to visit Muir Woods, home to some of the oldest and tallest trees on Earth. Then, soak up stellar views of the San Francisco skyline and browse art galleries along the Sausalito waterfront before returning by bus or Sausalito ferry.

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Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour (Return by Bus or Ferry)

5 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $80

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Skip the Ticketing Line: Aquarium of the Pacific General Admission Ticket

3 hoursFree Cancellation

from $45

Special Offer

Visit Yosemite National Park in just one day on this hassle-free day trip from San Francisco. Upon arrival in the state’s most famous national park, embark on a bus tour of highlights from Half-Dome and Bridalveil Falls to El Capitan, with plenty of photo opportunities. In the afternoon, have free time to hike or explore the Yosemite Valley before returning to San Francisco on your comfortable coach.

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Yosemite National Park: Full Day Tour from San Francisco

14 hoursFree Cancellation

from

$199

$219

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