Yosemite Multi-Adventure Tour
National Park's Giant Sequoias & Iconic Half Dome
Half Dome. El Capitan. Three Graces. Some things leave an impression. Marvel at Yosemite’s grand granite skyline and stand in the midst of California’s venerable giant trees.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
See this trip's Activity Options & Terrain for more details.
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Get off the beaten path for spectacular vistas and an epic ride on the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway, known as the Secret Yosemite
- Walk among Yosemite’s thousand-year-old giant sequoias, some of the largest trees on earth
- Marvel at Yosemite Valley’s iconic waterfalls, rock formations and panoramic views that make this park a national treasure
- Bike along the valley floor for awe-inspiring views—maybe glimpsing a bear or other amazing wildlife in the distance
- There’s no better place for kids to learn how to rock climb than in this world-class climbing destination with expert instructors and a Backroads Kids Adventure Leader
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start Clovis Airport & Travel Details
- Kick off your trip in the High Sierra with a bike ride on the Sierra Vista Scenic Byway, featuring incredible views of no less than 15 surrounding peaks, including Mammoth Mountain and the Minarets
- Walk in the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, Yosemite’s largest stand of these ancient trees
- One noteworthy resident is the Grizzly Giant, with a base diameter of 30 feet!
- In the mood for some R&R with the family? Head to one of the lodge’s four pools for some refreshing fun in (or out of) the sun
- It’s parents’ night out while kids join the Kids Adventure Leader for a special dinner of their own.
Nights 1-2
Deluxe Hotel
A comfortable mountain resort near Yosemite’s South Gate with plentiful amenities and panoramic forest views. (pool, spa)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Adults set out on a beautiful hike from Bridalveil Fall to Sentinel Beach while kids join the Kids Adventure Leader for some fun activities on the beach before everyone meets up for lunch
- Enjoy a relaxing bike ride along the valley floor
- Settle in at our storied family-friendly lodge
- Head out on a bike ride to Rainbow Pools, a favorite locals’ spot
- Lovely, serene Carlon Falls is the destination of our post-lunch hike along a scenic fork of the Tuolumne River
- Play bocce or relax under the stars in the saltwater pool or the hot tub
- Kids go rock climbing in Tuolumne Meadows while the grown-ups hike Mount Watkins, winding through the forest up to a stunning viewpoint of Half Dome and dramatic Tenaya Canyon
- Follow a pleasant trail that climbs steadily to Lookout Point for views stretching out over Hetch Hetchy Valley.
Nights 3-5
Deluxe Hotel
Elegantly rustic and welcoming cabins nestled amid towering pines on the western border of Yosemite. (pool)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
End San Francisco Airport & Travel Details
This trip has an activity level range of 1-3
Hiking terrain ranges from relatively level dirt paths to steep climbs and descents, including stone steps and exposed sections.
Biking routes are shorter than on a typical Backroads trip due to permit limitations. These include one unsupported ride in Yosemite Valley on mostly level bike paths and a ride along a gently rolling paved road with little traffic near the park’s north entrance. Some routes have unpaved sections.
Kid-friendly routes are shorter with minimal elevation gain, primarily on bike paths or a quiet country road. Bike paths can be busy with other cyclists and walkers. Alternate kids’ activities are available on days with longer rides.
Backroads is an authorized permittee of Sierra National Forest.
All breakfasts, 6 lunches, 5 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
Kids' bikes, trailer bikes, carriers and kid-sized helmets
Bike fitting and equipment support throughout your trip
Lightweight carbon hiking poles
Backroads On Trip App with route maps, elevation profiles, daily snapshots and more
Additional local guides and experts, plus equipment for included activities as detailed in your itinerary
Exclusive activities, tours and cultural experiences, as detailed in your itinerary
All luggage transfers and porterage during your trip
Snacks and beverages between meals
Private cocktail and wine receptions on the first and last nights of your trip
Choice of Backroads cycling jersey, t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
