June - December

Yosemite Valley & Tour

“a place of peace and safety amid the most exalted grandeur and enthusiastic action, a new song, a place of beginnings abounding in first lessons of life, mountain building, eternal, invincible, unbreakable order; with sermons in stone, storms, trees, flowers, and animals brimful with humanity.” –

High above the floor of , Glacier Point provides the finest views in the entire Park. Our wide-ranging tour takes you to this amazing viewpoint and also visits many of the Valley’s most famous attractions. As we begin our journey, we’ll stop at Tunnel View and Washburn Point before arriving at breathtaking Glacier Point. The vista from Glacier Point includes majestic views of towering high country peaks, countless granite domes (including ), four waterfalls, and unparalleled views of Yosemite Valley in all directions. After soaking up the splendor at Glacier Point, you will head off for a memorable tour of the Valley, which might include a stop at the famous Swinging Bridge (where you can swim), the world-famous , or the beautiful Meadow to view climbers through our ‘Rope Scope’ as they ascend the largest rock face in the world! Along the way, your guide will share with you his/her extensive knowledge of Yosemite, and you will learn and discover much more than most who visit the Park. Please join us on this wonderful tour and let us do the driving and share Yosemite with you.

NOTE: An optional hike down the from Glacier Point to Yosemite Valley is available to all participants. Just notify the Recreation Desk ahead of time (about a 3 hour hike).

Trip Time: 9AM-5PM

Group size: 2-13 participants. Reservations recommended or see Recreation Desk for availability.

Meeting Place: All trips meet in the Recreation Center 15 minutes before departure.

Price: $115 Adults; $70 Kids 12 and under. Includes transportation, naturalist guide and lunch voucher for use in our General Store.

Difficulty/Age Limit: Participants should be comfortable at altitudes up to 7,000 feet and able to walk for up to an hour. The trip is suitable for ages 4 and above. The Four Mile Trail hike is suitable for ages 9 and above who are comfortable with 4.6 miles of sustained downhill hiking.

What To Bring: - Completed Trip Registration Forms - Park admission or your Park pass if you already have one - Small backpack with a minimum of 32 ounces of water and snacks - Proper footwear – Sturdy tennis shoes or hiking boots - Layered clothing including wind/rain jacket or sweatshirt - Bug repellant, sunscreen, hat and sunglasses - Camera and binoculars

Other Information: Our guides carry first aid kits, permits, maps, radios/cell phones and water filters. Guide gratuity is not included in your trip price; for exemplary service, a 10-20% tip is encouraged.