Yosemite 3-Day Camping Trip from San Francisco
by Incredible Adventures
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Yosemite National Park, known for its vast wilderness and natural features, is the setting for this three-day camping trip from San Francisco. The trip lasts about 72 hours and includes two nights of camping, guided hiking, and swimming opportunities. Participants will stay at established campsites equipped with hot showers and modern facilities. All necessary camping equipment is provided except for a sleeping bag, which can be rented separately. The tour uses comfortable biodiesel vans with air conditioning and stereo sound to travel to Yosemite. Food is included with lunch, dinner, and breakfast provided during the trip. The group stops at a supermarket on the way to purchase supplies, and participants share cooking and cleaning duties. The guides assist with setting up and breaking down camp and offer support throughout the trip. Swimming is available near the campsite. The tour is fully guided and suitable even for those with no camping experience. Travelers should bring appropriate clothing, including hiking footwear, swimwear, sun protection, and layers for variable mountain weather. The trip runs mainly from June to September when the weather is usually hot and sunny but can include afternoon showers. May and October offer warm days and cooler nights. Children 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult, and the tour requires a minimum of five passengers to operate.
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Itinerary
Leave San Francisco behind and cross the Bay Bridge, offering amazing views of Alcatraz Island and Angel Island. Cruise through Oakland, the East Bay and on to Central Valley to stop for groceries (own expense). Travel through Gold Country and the Sierra Nevada Foothills.
After approximately 3-4 hours you'll arrive to the entrance of Yosemite National Park. Enjoy the scenic mountain views as your guide explains the history and geology of this special place.
Head down a beautiful scenic path to the enchanted Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoia trees. You'll also have time to enjoy your lunch here among the towering trees.
90 min
Next, we’ll leave the gentle giants of the Sequoia Grove in the mini-coach to get a narrated tour through Yosemite’s glaciated valley. We’ll make a few stops along the way, to take pictures.
60 min
Now it’s time to spend a couple of hours exploring on your own! We’ll make a stop near the base of Yosemite Falls. You’ll have a number of options of where to go!
120 min
You can explore Yosemite Falls on your own during your free time in Yosemite Village.
5 min
During your free time in Yosemite Village, you can choose to visit the famous photographer' gallery to view a collection of Ansel Adams' original photographs.
5 min
Once at camp, your guide will hand out camping gear and show you the local amenities. You'll enjoy a freshly prepared dinner at camp, as well as s’mores as your group shares drinks and stories around the campfire.
720 min
Spend a full day exploring Yosemite’s picturesque lakes, hiking to mountain summits that overlook lush greenery, and passing through serene meadows. Your guide will make sure the group takes full advantage of the park.
600 min
On the last morning, we’ll make a quick breakfast, prepare another brown bag lunch, make sure all the camping gear is put away before heading into Yosemite Valley. Did you pass up a hike on the way to a vista? Have you been pining after a particular swimming spot? Are you ready to stretch your legs and have a new self-guided adventure? Day three is the perfect time to choose your own adventure in Yosemite Valley. You can hike to a waterfall, rent a bicycle to cruise around the valley floor, check out the visitor’s center, museum, and Ansel Adams Gallery, or relax in the shade by the emerald green Merced River.
240 min
Visit El Capitan Meadow to watch the daredevil rock climbers conquering the largest granite monolith in North America.
15 min
After a full day of exploring, we’ll make our way back to the San Francisco Hilton, arriving in the city around 8:30pm – 9pm.
Meeting point
This tour picks up from the Hilton San Francisco Union Square (Mason Street side).
End point
This tour picks up from the Hilton San Francisco Union Square (Mason Street side).
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Cancellation policy
- If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund. If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund. If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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