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- G Adventures
- Explorer
- Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
- Group Tour
- Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
- Fully Guided
- An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
- Guided in English
- Group Size 10 - 13
- Age range 12 to 90
Places You’ll See
Highlights
- Explore Death Valley's extreme landscapes
- Hike among giant trees in Sequoia National Park
- Witness Yosemite's iconic Half Dome and El Capitan
- Walk through San Francisco's famous neighborhoods
- Drive the scenic Highway 1 to Santa Maria
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1 Las Vegas, Death Valley and Bakersfield
- Day 2 Sequoia National Park
- Day 3 Sequoia National Park (1L)
- Day 4 Yosemite National Park
- Day 5 Yosemite National Park (1L)
- Day 6 Yosemite National Park/San Francisco
- Day 7 San Francisco/Monterey
- Day 8 Monterey/Santa Maria
- Day 9 Santa Maria/Los Angeles
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Free eSIMTourRadar offers the lead traveler (the person who booked) a free 1GB eSIM for the trip. The eSIM is redeemable only through the TourRadar app 72 hours before departure.
What's Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Optional
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Four Points Sheraton Bakersfield
Hotelday 1Wyndham Visalia
HotelDays 2, 3Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakhurst
HotelDays 4, 5Stanford Court Hotel
Hotelday 6Hotel Abrego
Hotelday 7Historic Santa Maria Inn
Hotelday 8
Operated by
G Adventures
Number of tours
894
Age Range
12 to 90 years old
Response time
less than 1 hour
Response rate
96%
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationGood
- FoodRather poor
- RGRobin· August 4th, 2024I like to being able to see both the national parks and some cities. They appreciated that it was the best of California and not just one section. However, I think it would’ve been nice to spend a little more time in the cities as it seemed like we didn’t get enough of time there. There’s only one thing I really didn’t like, which was the fact that we had to buy all of our lunches, with the exception of the two that were provided. Did with another company all the meals were provided for. Which means we paid for them upfront, didn’t have to worry about buying them every day.Show more
G Adventures commented on this reviewThank you so much for sharing your feedback, Robin. We will pass your feedback on to the appropriate teams for future suitability.Trip date: July 2024 - ASiobhan Barry· October 21st, 2022A tour that starts fast-paced, filled with breathtaking views of nature, and ends with a chilled out west coast cali vibe! 10/10Show moreG Adventures commented on this reviewHi! So great to hear! Thank you for reaching out.Trip date: October 2022Review collected by G Adventures
- AElle Monnard· June 22nd, 2022Just perfect! I got to know so many nice people and doing a trip like this together was a perfect opportunity. The best way to travel, especially as a solo traveler, even if you?re underaged and everything is already organised. The National Parks were just amazing so far, I really enjoyed it!Show moreTrip date: June 2022Review collected by G Adventures
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- From Monday1 Sep, 2025To Tuesday9 Sep, 2025This departure date is not available or sold outSold outFrom:NZ $5,019
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What our customers ask about this tour
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Stacey
Asked on December 27th, 2024What kind of vehicle do you use for transportation?
G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024We have air-conditioned private vehicles, then the trip will also include hiking and walking. For this trip we use 15-passenger vans for up to 14 people plus the CEO/Driver. These vans are durable vehicles that allow us to drive on most types of roads in North America. Each van has a front passenger seat and 4 benches that will accommodate 3 people each with mandatory seat belts to keep us secure and safe. No standing is permitted in these vehicles.
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Stacey
Traveler•Written December 2024Can you tell me the hotel that the tour begins so that I can get an idea of the area, and cost? Also, will the driver drop me off at the LAX airport when the tour is over?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
The start hotel we currently use is Golden Nugget Las Vegas, and yes, the tour ends at LAX airport.
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Nicole
Asked on April 4th, 2024Querría saber más información sobre el plan para los días en el parque de las sequoias y en Yosemite. ¿Se hace senderismo en grupo? ¿Cómo es el nivel de dificultad, distancia recorrida y desnivel?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2024
This tour has a Physical Rating of 3 out of 5 - Suitable for average fitness levels. This may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking. Your hike on Day 2 is as follows; General Sherman Giant Forest Hike / Sequoia National Park - 12km. Hike amongst some of the most impressive living things on Earth, giant Sequoias. This trip through the misty heights of the Sierras will take you through the home of General Sherman, the largest tree alive. Tour the other enormous trees and catch some amazing views of the mountains through the forest on this epic hike. Hiking distance: 12km (7.5 mi) Elevation change: 549m (1800 ft). The following day is a 1km hike, nothing too difficult at all.
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Nicole
Traveler•Written April 2024Thank you for the information. And what about the hikes in Yosemite?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2024
Mist Trail to Vernal and Nevada Falls Hike Yosemite National Park / 5h-6h. 11km. Take the storied Mist Trail as it traverses up the valley, with visits to Vernal and Nevada Falls. Return along the John Muir Trail. Be prepared for a long hike, and incredible scenery! Distance: 11.2km (7 mi), Elevation Change: 610m (2000 ft)
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Donald
Asked on October 5th, 2022Do you have the option to upgrade and choose a private room for an additional cost?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2022
We do not charge a mandatory single supplement, as you would be sharing with another solo traveller of the same gender in the group. If you would prefer to upgrade to the optional My Own Room supplement, you can anticipate approximately USD $1299.00 in addition to the base rate, but we would need to know your departure date to properly quote.
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Luis
Asked on May 9th, 2022Tour says suitable to 99 however it mentions hiking and walking...I am not 99 but someone with back and leg problems; can't walk more than 200-300 meters on flat surface without getting cramps. Should I not considered this tour?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2022
This tour has a lot of walking and included hikes as well as optional hikes which are highlights of the trip. It involves walking for distances quite a bit longer than 200-300 m and are not flat surfaces due to the nature of this region/area. I recommend taking a look through the itinerary in detail before booking this one as it is a level 3/5 on the physical rating level and our tours overall are quite active.
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Abigail
Asked on March 29th, 2022Is this trip still available if yes, I need to ask some questions.
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2022
Best of California really is a great trip with a good mix of time in nature and the city. You do spend some time in San Francisco and you could always depart a day later to be able to explore LA. There are plenty of day tours out there.
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