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Yosemite National Park and Lake Tahoe

Highlights

  • Try your luck panning for gold at Sutter's Mill State Historic Park or riding the whitewater on the American River.
  • Take a guided hike in Yosemite to learn about the flora and fauna.
  • Cruise the waters of Lake Tahoe by paddlewheeler or sea kayak.
  • Take a tour of Alcatraz, the infamous island prison in San Francisco Bay.
  • Visit the well preserved ghost town of Bodie, where getting there can be half the adventure.
Season: June to October
Duration: 7 to 10 Nights
Starting from: $3,150

Destinations

  • San Francisco - 1 night: Check into your hotel, then see popular landmarks Telegraph Hill, Lombard Street, Fisherman's Wharf, and Pier 39.
  • Yosemite National Park - 2-3 nights: View granite monoliths, domes and waterfalls.  Walk amongst giant sequoias.  You might consider a guided hike to make the most of your time.
  • Lake Tahoe - 1-3 nights: Take a hike at D.L. Bliss State Park and enjoy one of Lake Tahoe's finest beaches.  Take a trail along the lakeshore or to Balancing Rock.
  • San Francisco - 1 night: Spend your last night at a campground near the metro San Francisco area.
  • Friendly guidance from an experienced Trip Planner
  • Personalized Adventure Kit trip portfolio
  • First night accommodation in a 3-4 star hotel in your gateway city
  • Rental of a deluxe RV, sized to suit your group
  • Nightly reservations in carefully chosen campgrounds in or around the National Parks

Coloma Whitewater Rafting - half day

Raft 8 miles of exhilarating, Class 3 rapids on the South Fork of the American River, traveling down the western slope of the Sierra Nevada Mountains through Gold Rush country. Great fun for those who don't mind getting a little wet.  $99/Adult; $89/Child (ages 6 through 16 - Minimum age 6.)

Lake Tahoe Paddlewheel Boat Cruise - 2 hour

Cruise through the crystal clear waters of Lake Tahoe on a paddlewheeler while enjoying the vistas of mountains, bays, islands and even a castle! Special video presentation, lunch and beverages are also available during this round trip excursion from Zephyr Cove to Emerald Bay.  $39/Adult; $15/Child (ages 3 through 11)

Lake Tahoe Kayaking Trip - full day

This full day paddling trip travels with prevailing winds and currents for more fun and exploration and provides comprehensive paddling instruction. You'll learn about ecology, geology, natural and human history along the tour. A deli lunch on the beach is included along with all necessary equipment. $85/Person, 2 person minimum.

San Francisco Alcatraz Day Tour - 2 hour

Step back in time and experience the legendary island that has been a civil war fort, a military prison and one of the most notorious federal penitentiaries in US history. This memorable tour includes: 45 minute audio presentation "Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour," featuring actual correctional officers and prisoners who lived and worked on the Island; orientation video by Discovery Channel; ranger and docent tours; historic gardens and abundant wildlife. $26/Adults; $15.75/Child (ages 5 through 11); under 5/free.

San Francisco Alcatraz Evening Tour - 3 hour

Voted "Best Tour of the Bay Area," this Alcatraz night tour provides a more intimate, engaging Alcatraz experience. This tour includes a personally narrated boat tour around the island; guided tours from the dock to the main prison building; "Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour" and a variety of special programs and presentations offered only at night. Enjoy a sunset silhouetting the Golden Gate Bridge and breathtaking views of San Francisco as night falls. A truly exceptional experience. $33/Adults; $32/Junior (12 to 17); $19.50/Child (ages 5 through 11); under 5/free.

Yosemite Private Hike - 4 hours

Hire a private hiking guide for a personalized hike. These hikes are designed specifically for you, based on your interests and ability. Private guided hikes of 4 hours to all day are available. Prices ranges are: 4 HOURS - $160/1 person, 2 people $80 each, 3 or more people $58 each 8 HOURS - $171/1 person, 2 people $96 each, 3 people $86 each, 4 or more people $75 each

Yosemite Mule Ride - 2 Hours

There may be no better way to experience the vast majesty of Yosemite's backcountry than by mule. When you're ready to saddle up, there are lots of options. Minimum height 44", maximum weight 225 lbs and minimum age is 7. $60/Person.
Big Sur Coastline, Sequoias and Yosemite National Park

Big Sur Coastline, Sequoias and Yosemite National Park

11 to 14 Nights  |  Starting from $4,425

From the Pacific Coast to giant sequoias and granite mountains, this trip hits the highlights of California's most spectacular scenery. From San Francisco down Pacific Highway 1, you'll travel along the scenic coast before heading inland to the Giant Forest where four of the world's five largest sequoias are found. Another scenic drive awaits you into Kings Canyon and then on to Yosemite with its impressive waterfalls, towering cliffs, rounded domes, and massive monoliths.

Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

Yosemite, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks

7 to 10 Nights  |  Starting from $3,055

From granite mountains to giant sequoias, this trip hits the highlights of 3 of California's most spectacular national parks. Start your tour in the Bay area, then head east to Yosemite with its impressive waterfalls, towering cliffs, rounded domes, and massive monoliths. Visit the country's second oldest National Park, home of the Giant Forest where four of the world's five largest sequoias are found. Top it off with an incredibly scenic drive into Kings Canyon, "a rival to Yosemite" according to famed naturalist John Muir.