01 May 2027
Twin share
£2,600pp
Escorted tour
Hiking in Yosemite National Park from San Francisco – 6 Days
Four nights in a Yosemite lodge with the Mist Trail, Sentinel Dome and Glacier Point, from San Francisco.
6 days
From £2,600
Tour overview
This 6-day small-group trip is dedicated to hiking in Yosemite National Park, one of America's most celebrated landscapes of granite cliffs, waterfalls and giant sequoias, with four nights in a rustic mountain lodge in the heart of the park. Groups travel with a leader who guides the hikes and drives. You stay five nights: one in a hotel in San Francisco and four at a rustic lodge in Yosemite. Breakfast is included every day, with a lunch on the last day, leaving you free to cook or eat at the lodge and nearby restaurants.
Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting in San Francisco, with time to see the Golden Gate Bridge and the city's famous hills. The next morning you drive east through California's Central Valley and into the Sierra Nevada mountains to Yosemite, settling into your lodge and taking a first look at Yosemite Valley, with El Capitan, Half Dome and Bridalveil Fall.
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On your first full day you hike the Mist Trail, Yosemite's signature walk, climbing granite steps beside the thundering Vernal Fall, where the spray drifts across the path, and on towards Nevada Fall for views over the valley. The next day you drive along Glacier Point Road to hike to the summit of Sentinel Dome, with a 360-degree panorama of Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and the High Sierra, and visit Glacier Point, one of the park's great viewpoints.
A free morning lets you explore at your own pace, perhaps cycling the valley floor, visiting the Mariposa Grove of giant sequoias or hiking to the base of Yosemite Falls. On the final day you say goodbye to the mountains and head west to San Francisco, with a stop for lunch along the way, arriving in the afternoon.
The physical rating is medium, with daily hikes of several hours, some steep climbs and altitude up to about 2,500m. This trip suits keen walkers who want to make the most of Yosemite in a short break, with an expert leader and a comfortable base.
Trip highlights
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Yosemite Valley and El Capitan (Day 2)
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The Mist Trail and Vernal Fall (Day 3)
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Sentinel Dome's panorama (Day 4)
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Glacier Point (Day 4)
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A free morning in the park (Day 5)
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Four nights in a mountain lodge
Your route
4 stops from San Francisco to San Francisco
- San Francisco Day 1
- Tuolumne Grove Day 2
- Yosemite National Park Days 2–5
- San Francisco Day 6
Why choose this tour
Yosemite's best hikes in a short break, with a leader. Four nights inside the park, so less time on the road.
Best suited to
- Keen walkers
- Travellers short on time
- Nature lovers
- Solo travellers looking for a group
Day-by-day itinerary
6 days from San Francisco, United States to San Francisco, United States
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Day 1 · San Francisco Arrive in San Francisco
A welcome meeting.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 2 · Yosemite Valley Yosemite
Drive into the Sierra Nevada.
- Hotel
- Rustic mountain lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 3 · Vernal Fall, Nevada Fall Mist Trail
Yosemite's signature hike.
- Hotel
- Rustic mountain lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 4 · Sentinel Dome, Glacier Point Sentinel Dome
Panoramic views of Half Dome.
- Hotel
- Rustic mountain lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Yosemite National Park Yosemite
A free morning to explore.
- Hotel
- Rustic mountain lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 6 · San Francisco San Francisco
Head back to the city.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Where you stay
- San Francisco (1 night) Hotel
- Yosemite National Park (4 nights) Rustic mountain lodge
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 1 night in a hotel and 4 in a lodge
- Meals 5 breakfasts and 1 lunch
- Private transport
- Yosemite National Park entry
- Guided hikes on the Mist Trail and to Sentinel Dome
- Glacier Point visit
- Leader throughout
Not included
- Flights
- Meals not included 4 lunches and 5 dinners
- Optional activities
- Tips, travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You dislike hiking
- You want luxury
- You want many meals included
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
Meals by day
Breakfast: Days 2–6 · Lunch: Day 6 · Dinner: none included
FCDO advice
UK FCDO travel advice for United States
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Departures & prices
From £2,600 per person, twin share, tour only. 32 upcoming departures.
08 May 2027
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£2,630pp
22 May 2027
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£2,665pp
12 Jun 2027
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£2,600pp
26 Jun 2027
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£2,600pp
10 Jul 2027
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£2,600pp
31 Jul 2027
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£2,600pp
07 Aug 2027
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£2,700pp
14 Aug 2027
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£2,700pp
04 Sept 2027
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£2,700pp
11 Sept 2027
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£2,700pp
25 Sept 2027
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£2,700pp
02 Oct 2027
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£2,600pp
09 Oct 2027
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£2,600pp
29 Apr 2028
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£2,725pp
06 May 2028
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£2,725pp
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03 Jun 2028
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£2,725pp
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£2,725pp
08 Jul 2028
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£2,725pp
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£2,725pp
29 Jul 2028
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£2,725pp
05 Aug 2028
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£2,830pp
12 Aug 2028
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£2,830pp
02 Sept 2028
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£2,830pp
09 Sept 2028
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£2,830pp
16 Sept 2028
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£2,830pp
23 Sept 2028
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£2,830pp
30 Sept 2028
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£2,725pp
07 Oct 2028
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£2,725pp
14 Oct 2028
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£2,725pp
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
How hard are the hikes?
Several hours a day with steep sections, including granite steps on the Mist Trail.
When is the best time to go?
Late spring and early summer for the waterfalls; autumn for quieter trails.
Is park entry included?
Yes, Yosemite National Park entry is included.
Do I need a visa?
UK visitors need an ESTA to visit the United States.
What is the lodge like?
A rustic mountain lodge in the heart of the park, with simple, comfortable rooms.
Who leads the trip?
A leader travels with you, guiding the hikes and driving.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
ATOL protected
100% financially protected in a Trust bank account
PTS 6035
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Tailor-made option
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary