From CAD $3,860
Guarantee
Small Group
Light
Rating
(16 reviews)
Experience Overview
Bookended by stops in two bustling cities, this seven-day adventure takes you through some of the incredibly diverse landscapes California’s national parks have to offer. Soaring Sequoias that’ll make your jaw drop and Yosemite’s dramatic waterfalls will leave you awe-inspired – all within the same state! As you take in the big sites, you’ll have a local leader filling you in on all the small details, with no story going untold as you leave no stone unturned on this naturally epic escapade.
Highlights
- Experience the world-famous Yosemite National Park, taking in the breathtaking scenery as well as the pristine night sky as you go on leader-led walks both day and night.
- Walk among the towering timber of Sequoia National Park and see General Sherman, the world’s largest tree by volume, along with the other soaring sequoias that make up the Giant Forest.
- Cap off your Yosemite National Park experience with a pizza picnic in the park, breaking bread and sharing stories with your fellow travellers as the sun begins to set.
- Where better to end your adventure than in San Francisco, the eclectic and multicultural 'City by the Bay', swapping natural wonders for one that’s man-made as you walk across the Golden Gate Bridge.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2634
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Private vehicle
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Explorer
Supplier Code: SSSG
Starts: Las Vegas, United States Of America
Finishes: San Francisco, United States Of America
Duration: 7 days
Departures: Not Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Light
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (3), Dinner (2)Accommodation: Hotel (6 nights)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $3860 (CAD $551 /day)
Itinerary
Welcome to Nevada! Las Vegas will be your gateway to the grandeur of the Golden State. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 5 pm, giving you plenty of time to bathe in Vegas’ glow. It’s recommended that you arrive a day or two early to really experience the city, allowing time to do the classics (think casinos, drive-through weddings and live shows) as well as scratching below the surface to see Las Vegas’ diverse neighbourhoods and thriving arts scene.
Optional Activities:
- Las Vegas - Bellagio Fountains - Free
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Leaving Sin City in your dust, you’ll road trip across state lines and through the Mojave Desert today, then around to Sequoia National Park. It’s a long drive, but it’ll give you the chance to see the changing geography of the American west – watch on as the desert gives way to the peaks of the southern Sierras. Settle into your accommodation near Sequoia National Park in the afternoon, and then head out for an included dinner at a local restaurant with your group.
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Today is simply about seeing the best of the USA’s Sequoia National Park. After breakfast, you’ll embark on leader-led walks around Sequoia, driving from stop to stop as you get to feel small next to the staggering size of General Sherman, the Giant Forest and other specimens of Sequoia’s towering timber. You may even drive through a tree at Tunnel Log, peer into Tharp’s Log and spot marmots, black bears and recently re-introduced bighorn sheep.
Included Activities:
- Sequoia National Park
- Sequoia National Park - Leader-led hike
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
After breakfast, you’ll hit the highway headed for the world-famous Yosemite National Park. To start, get acquainted with the awe-inspiring Yosemite Valley during a guided hike. Strewn with dramatic waterfalls, gigantic granite outcrops and lush meadows, this is one of the most spectacular spots in the country. Your leader will also teach you about the ecologically diverse landscape along the way. After sunset, you’ll join a Naturalist from the Yosemite Conservancy for a guided stargazing program. The park’s minimal light pollution makes it an excellent place to see the stars while learning about astronomy, constellations and local lore. For the next two nights, you'll be staying in a hotel just a few minutes from the park's main entrance.
Included Activities:
- Yosemite National Park - Stargazing with Yosemite Conservancy Naturalist
- Yosemite National Park - Entrance Fee
- Yosemite National Park - Leader-led hike
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, Yosemite is all yours to explore! In the morning there’ll be leader-led walks around some of the park’s best trails. If it’s a clear day you may also drive up to Glacier Point for a view you won’t soon forget, looking down over the valley and across to the iconic Half Dome. The afternoon is yours to fill how you’d like. You might choose to hike along the breathtaking Mist Trail with its many fabulous views, hire a bicycle and pedal along some of the 12 miles of designated (and flat) path or immerse yourself in the park’s history at the Ahwahnee Hotel. Once you’ve seen the sights, the day will be capped off with a pizza picnic in the park for dinner.
Included Activities:
- Yosemite - Pizza Picnic Dinner
- Yosemite National Park - Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
After saying fond farewells to Yosemite, you’ll head west to vibrant San Francisco. Stop to do a walk over the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, and then check in to your hotel for the night. At sunset, you can hit the water for an optional catamaran cruise around the bay, with views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island – this is the perfect farewell to a sun kissed Californian adventure. If you like, head out with your fellow travellers for one last dinner.
Included Activities:
- San Francisco - Golden Gate Bridge walk
Optional Activities:
- San Francisco - Sunset catamaran cruise (90 USD)
Accommodation:
- Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
With no activities planned today, your adventure ends this morning. If you’d like to stay longer, just speak to your booking agent.
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Tour Operator
Intrepid Travel
Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.
In Business Since 1989
Reviews
John - Traveled, October 2025
Absolutely loved this trip. We got to hike mountains, see so many places, tour guide and group members were all great! Half the group wanted to do strenuous hiking whilst the other half wanted to do light walking and sight seeing and the tour guide was able to accommodate both groups! Keep in mind is a 2 on the physical rating so its less of a strenuous hiking trip and more light walking.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/26/2025
Lisa - Traveled, September 2025
This trip was well organized and allowed for the flexibility of our group while seeing some of the most treasured iconic national parks in the western US. Our guide was exceptionally accommodating and knowledgeable. All of the accommodations were clean and met our various needs. The physical activity level of this itinerary is right is the middle.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2025
Ilaria - Traveled, September 2025
Both my Intrepid trips (Hiking Utah and Best of California National Parks) exceeded expectations. The itineraries were amazing and the parks breathtaking, but what truly made them special were the guides: Alex and Chloe. Their passion, knowledge, and personal touches turned unforgettable landscapes into binding experiences.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/27/2025
Joanne - Traveled, September 2025
As a first time solo traveller I found Intrepid excellent. The group ranged from 19 to 70 year old. The guid and accommodation to a high standard.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/19/2025
Jordan - Traveled, August 2025
A fearless journey far and wide.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/21/2025
Pallavi - Traveled, June 2025
This trip is a good to see highlights of sequoia and Yosemite National parks. The spatial of an extra hour in sequoia to see part of Congress trail would help. In Yosemite need to plan the free day to maximize your time. The mirror lake doesn’t gave much water in summer and autumn. Vernal falls, el captain were good too visit on the free day.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/29/2025
Carol - Traveled, May 2025
Had a lovely trip with Intrepid to a couple of National Parks in California. Our guide, Wes, was exceptional, very knowledgeable and patient with all. Would highly recommend trips with Intrepid- this was my 5th, first one by myself and I felt very comfortable traveling as a single.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/26/2025
Andrea - Traveled, May 2025
This trip was a great insight to two of the big California parks! Beautiful sights, and Brittni was amazing!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 05/20/2025
John - Traveled, April 2025
The Best of California’s National Parks was outstanding. Our mid-April departure provided excellent weather and showed the Parks at a dramatic state with spectacular waterfalls and blue skies. Our leader Bradlay guided us through the landscape and cared for all our needs. Many thanks.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/26/2025
Jayne - Traveled, April 2025
I recently experienced a fabulous week in the Sequoia and Yosemite National Parks with Intrepid leader, Bradlay, and it was a very special adventure. I would highly recommend this week in the natural beauty of the parks. Thanks Bradlay! Thanks Intrepid!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/20/2025
Lauren - Traveled, October 2024
We did this trip as part of the larger 10 day Best of Western USA. Long driving days but the parks were beautiful. The accomodation for this part of the trip was fairly standard. Chris did a good job overall- knowledgeable, enthusiastic and a good driver - but the tips being asked for were not what were posted on the website. Instead of $10-20 a day pp the guide asked for about $30pp per day. I was also disappointed he did not readily share group photos, only saying he would share them once we left a review. We did not get to walk on Golden Gate Bridge and the last day was rushed as Chris had to go start another tour and hurried us to finish up. Overall a great trip with lots of different options for all ages and fitness levels but a few things need ironing out.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/26/2024
Donna - Traveled, October 2024
Excellent trip to California redwood/sequoia forests. Guide was informative and fun
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/19/2024
Danny - Traveled, September 2024
Very Nice Journey in a short Time of Best of California!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/18/2024
Zhenxu - Traveled, September 2024
It was a great trip overall and our tour leader was excellent. The view was amazing and our group had been well taken care of. However, I did not receive any travel details and accommodation arrangements before the trip started, which made the first day a bit difficult. It would be nice if more meals had been included. Also we spent most of the day on the road on the first day and the last day, which means not many activities planned on these two days.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/26/2024
Andrew - Traveled, July 2024
This tour is fantastic, the tour guides are amazing and generous with their time and effort, definitely recommended.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/24/2024
Mary Grace - Traveled, July 2024
Adventuring through the national parks with Bradley was the experience of a lifetime. Can't recommend it enough!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/20/2024
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