Do you ever just want to get away from it all? When the pressures of daily life are adding up and you can’t seem to catch a break, sometimes the best thing to do is escape. Not just to go away for the weekend — but to truly reconnect with nature and yourself. And there is no better place to do this than Yosemite.
As one of America’s greatest national parks, Yosemite offers an idyllic retreat among mountains, forests, and waterfalls. With our Yosemite National Park Tours departing from San Francisco, you can embark on a reinvigorating adventure, relax in peace, or find support with our unique community excursions.
Keep reading for our suggestions for the best Yosemite getaways you can enjoy in the spring and summer. If you have any questions for us, don’t hesitate to get in touch.
See the Highlights of Yosemite in 5 Days
If you’re in need of a proper vacation, turn your getaway into a weeklong journey of hiking, swimming, and leisure. Spanning 3,000 square kilometers of pristine wilderness, Yosemite National Park is perhaps best experienced over a number of days, allowing you to explore and immerse yourself in nature.
On our 5-Day Yosemite Highlights Tour, we venture deep into the park. You’ll get to embark on numerous trails, including to Vernal and Nevada Falls, the summit of Sentinel Dome, and the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. In between all of these hikes, you can rest your legs with relaxing drives to iconic view points like Glacier Point or swims in Tenaya Lake.
For a change of pace, you can also visit the Ansel Adams Gallery and be awed by his iconic photographs of Yosemite, or admire the architecture of the Ahwahnee Hotel, a National Landmark.
This tour includes comfortable accommodation in a 3-star hotel, ensuring you can also have a restful night’s sleep after the day’s activities!
Upcoming tour dates:
In 2025, we’re offering two departure dates for our Yosemite Highlights tour, with the first being 5/19 and the second 7/28. In May, you’ll get to experience Yosemite in the spring, while July offers idyllic summer weather.
Inclusive Yosemite Tours for Women and the LGBTQIA+ Community
Looking for a group tour where community is top of mind? Our Yosemite tours specifically for women and the LGBTQIA+ community offer a safe, supportive environment for you to enjoy nature.
Our 3-Day Women’s Only Yosemite Escape Tour and our 3-Day LGBTQIA+ Yosemite Escape Tour provide inclusive adventures for people to explore freely as themselves and among like-minded individuals. These tours offer the same itinerary, where you’ll get to spend your days hiking and taking photos in Yosemite Valley, and your nights connecting with new-found friends over the campfire.
You can learn more about our latest tours by reading our blog: Introducing Socially Inclusive Tours to Yosemite from San Francisco.
Upcoming tour dates:
This year, we’re offering two dates for both tours, giving you different seasons to choose from.
Our LGBTQIA+ Yosemite Escape Tour departs 6/20 and 8/15, allowing you to explore in the spring or summer. Our Women’s Only Yosemite Escape Tour departs on 7/18 and 9/19, allowing you to choose between summer or fall, a particularly beautiful time in Yosemite.
Combine Your Yosemite Tour with a Trip to the Tahoe Sierras
If you don’t want to just limit yourself to Yosemite, our 4-Day Yosemite and Tahoe Sierras Tour takes you on a journey to see the best of California. Spend the first half of the trip hiking and biking through Yosemite Valley and exploring the nearby Mammoth Lakes, where you can take a gondola ride up to 11,053 feet!
For the second half of the trip, you’ll get to explore the iconic Lake Tahoe, the largest alpine lake in North America. Its glacial blue waters beckon you to go kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, or boating and immerse yourself in the scenery. You can also explore along the shore by bicycle, or visit the Heavenly Ski Resort, where you can go ziplining, tubing, or hiking during the summer months.
This tour is perfect for those looking for an adventure to enliven their spirits, offering the perfect balance between a weekend trip and longer getaway.
Upcoming tour dates:
In 2025, we’ll be offering this tour twice in the summer, with departures on 6/10 and 7/8. It’s the ideal time for watersports in Lake Tahoe!
Book Your Yosemite Getaway with Incredible Adventures!
So, are you ready to book your Yosemite getaway? Our tours include pickup and drop-off, transportation, a guide, accommodations, and entrance fees, meaning you don’t have to worry about a thing. Let us take care of the details so you can have a truly reinvigorating break in nature! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us.
