Yosemite Easygoing Walking Tour
Dolce Tempo Journey from National Park's Dramatic Granite Cliffs to Colorful Meadows
Discover an extraordinary wilderness in California. A place that’s home to thundering waterfalls, soaring cliffs, towering sequoias, bucket-list vistas and spectacular geological formations.
We rate our trips based on a range of activity levels from 1-5.
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From $4,799 - $4,999/person
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Trip at a Glance
Highlights
- Follow in the footsteps of John Muir as you explore one of America’s most beloved national parks
- Marvel at world-famous, one-of-a-kind landmarks like Half Dome, El Capitan, Tuolumne Meadows and Bridalveil Fall
- Take a stroll with a local naturalist who shares the fascinating history of Yosemite’s early conservationists
- Bask in the elegance of the venerable Ahwahnee Hotel, a favorite national park getaway for the political and Hollywood elite
- Walk among giants in the venerable Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias—some of these trees are more than 2,000 years old!
Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.
Start San Francisco Airport & Travel Details
- Welcome to Yosemite! Walk through the mighty Mariposa Grove of giant sequoia trees, the largest living organisms on the planet
- Marvel at the grandeur of Grizzly Giant, estimated to be around 2,000 years old, and see the iconic “tunnel tree”
- Unwind at our mountain resort cradled by the pines of Sierra National Forest
- Relax poolside with a refreshing cocktail or enjoy time in the sauna.
Night 1
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.
- Stroll along the canyon rim overlooking Yosemite Valley with expansive vistas of the park’s most famous landmarks, including Half Dome and Yosemite Falls
- Enjoy a scenic drive into the heart of the valley, passing El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall
- Learn about the park’s landscape and history from a local naturalist as we walk along the shore of the meandering Merced River
- Explore Yosemite Valley at your leisure: follow an easygoing trail to Yosemite Falls, visit the Ansel Adams Gallery or relax at the hotel
- Settle in at the historic Ahwahnee, a grand lodge tucked in a grove of trees beneath towering granite walls
- Savor a memorable dinner and incredible views out of floor-to-ceiling windows at this American architectural treasure.
Nights 2-3
Deluxe Hotel
A National Historic Landmark, this iconic hotel features elaborate stained-glass windows, original Miwok Indian arts and crafts, Persian rugs and Shaker-style furnishings. (pool)
Hotels may vary on select departures. Click View Dates and choose a departure to see any variations.
- Explore sprawling Tuolumne Meadows with its endless hiking trails and glorious high-country scenery
- Take in impressive views on a hike along the John Muir Trail featuring picturesque Cathedral Lakes or Twin Bridges
- Delight in the range of amenities at one of Yosemite’s newest lodges, situated on a wooded 20-acre expanse
- Make your way along a less-traveled path through woodland and meadows to the big reveal at Mount Watkins―one of the most stunning views of Half Dome and Yosemite Valley in the park
- Hike alongside the South Fork of the Tuolumne River to delicate two-tiered Carlon Falls.
Nights 4-5
Deluxe Hotel
Set on 20 wooded acres at the doorstep to Yosemite National Park, this new lodge offers an ideal blend of contemporary sophistication and rustic warmth. (pool, spa)
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 1-2
All breakfasts, 6 lunches, 4 dinners
All accommodations on your Backroads trip
All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
Expertise and services of Backroads Trip Leaders
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 t-shirt or hat, plus water bottle and luggage tag
Detailed Travel Planner with destination tips and pre-trip information
