Tour Itinerary
No trip to California would be complete without a visit to Yosemite National Park, the flagship of America's National Park Service. Yosemite covers 1189 square miles of some of the world's most spectacular scenery. Waterfalls, glaciated cliffs, bears, hiking, Giant Sequoias, swimming, snow, amazing trails, rock climber spotting, sunny weather, meeting new people and having a laugh are among the never to be forgotten experiences you can have on a two day Incredible Adventures hotel trip.
We're coming into our eleventh year of offering backpackers and travelers the best way to experience Yosemite in a relaxed fun filled atmosphere at a very good price. Because we mix the hiking up and include a free day where you can choose the trails you wish to hike nobody is put under pressure and at the same time nobody is held back. The itinerary varies depending on the time of year, weather conditions and snow level but because we know the park so well we always put on an interesting schedule and bring you to Yosemite's most spectacular hikes. All you need to hike with is a day pack as we leave your luggage in our large roof racks during the day.
Lodging
We reside for the night at the Cedar Lodge, right on the Merced River. There is private beach access as well as an indoor and outdoor pool and a jacuzzi. The rooms have phone, TV and HBO, but there will be no need for these distractions as the river is nearby and the pub is on the premises, where the Sierra Nevada's favorite bartender, Darla, will take care of you all night long.
Food
A picinic lunch the first day and a hearty breakfast the second day are included meals. For dinner we will either get food in the park or eat at the restaurant in the hotel. Lunch the second day can be purchased in the park.
Transportation
We use 15 passenger vans with air conditioning and stereo for a comfortable ride. Our use of Biodiesel fuel (a vegetable based diesel fuel) promotes green business as we try to preserve our natural resources. All of our vans have large roof racks for your luggage and the camping equipment.
What to Bring
On our journeys you will need sneakers or hiking boots, shorts, T-shirts, swimwear, and something warmer in case there is a change in weather.
Weather
June through September Yosemite is hot and sunny. May and October days are warm with cooler nights and occasional showers. November thru April tends to be sunny, but there is always the chance of snow in the mountains.
Itinerary
Day 1
6:00am - 7:00am Hotel Pick up in Downtown San Francisco and Fisherman's Wharf
7:00am - 11:30am Cross the Bay Bridge with views of Alcatraz and Angel Island through Oakland and the East Bay. Then on to the Central Valley. Travel through the Gold Country and Sierra Foothills.
11:00am Arrive at Yosemite National Park.
11:30 am-1:30 pm Hike down to the Giant Sequoia Trees for a picnic lunch.
1:30 - 3:00 pm Maps and guides in hand we begin with a one and a half hour guided tour through Yosemite's glaciated valley with its famous waterfalls and rock formations.
3:00 - 6:00 pm After the tour we stop for the afternoon at the base of Yosemite Falls. Your guide will provide a choice of activities that may include, a walk to the base of the falls, time at the main visitor's center, The Ansel Adams Gallery, The Ahwanhee Hotel, spend time by the swimming or relaxing along the river, biking or hiking.
6:00 pm - ? Regroup and head to our lodging for dinner, time to relax by the river, and hang out in the pub.
Day 2
approx 7:00am Wake up, have breakfast and pack up.
8:00 am - 4:30 pm Drive as a group to Glacier Point for views of Yosemite Valley. Here you have the option to hike back to the Valley or return in the van and have a full free day in Yosemite Valley. You get to choose. There are loads of different hiking options, from short easy walks to long, strenuous ones. Your guide will give you all the details. You can also choose to check out the main visitor's center, The Ansel Adams Gallery, The Ahwanhee Hotel, spend time by the river, or rent a bike.
4:30 pm Regroup and head to the base of El Capitan to spot climbers.
9:00-9:30 pm Enjoy the skyline of San Francisco as we cross the Bay Bridge and return you to your lodging Arriving in San Francisco in time for a bite to eat.
INCREDIBLE ADVENTURES CANCELLATION POLICY
Minimum 20% fee charged for any cancellations once the tour is booked.
Cancellations less than 72 hours before trip departure are charged 30% of the total price.
Cancellations less than 24 hours before trip departure are charged 50% of the total price.
Cancellations less than 12 hours before trip departure and No-Shows are charged 100%.
No-Shows are not entitled to any refund and so are responsible for the full amount (100%) of the trip price. Customers are considered a No-Show if they cancel the morning of the trip, are not at the designated pickup location at the correct time, or for any other reason miss a tour without informing Incredible Adventures at least 12 hours prior to departure (such as not giving us their hotel info).
IMPORTANT! Your reservation is not guaranteed unless and until you call Incredible Adventures at least 72 hours in advance of the trip departure to confirm.
