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SEASONS OF YOSEMITE

Giant Sequoias, Waterfalls and Welcoming Trails

SEASONS OF YOSEMITE

Giant Sequoias, Waterfalls and Welcoming Trails

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Itinerary

SEASONS OF YOSEMIT

Itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVE IN FRESNO, CA
Meet your guide and fellow travelers in Fresno for a welcome dinner.

DAY 2: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
On the 2-hour drive to the park, you’ll get to know your guide and fellow travelers and learn about the history of the region. Established in 1890, Yosemite National Park is one of our nation’s most cherished landscapes. Towering cliffs, expansive vistas, abundant waterfalls and important wildlife habitat are all part of the park's conservation legacy. Upon arrival in the park, we’ll enjoy a short hike to stretch our legs and “get grounded” in this incredible landscape. Our accommodations for the next two nights are at the classic Wawona Hotel. Cradled between the majestic Mariposa Grove of giant sequoias and Yosemite Valley, the lodge is just four miles from the park’s south entrance. The Victorian hotel complex was built in the1870s and has been designated a National Historic Landmark for its architectural significance.
DAY 3: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
Walking among the giant sequoias of the Mariposa Grove—some of the largest and oldest living things on earth—is a soul-stirring experience. This is the largest grove of giant sequoias in Yosemite, with some 500 trees. One of those trees, the famous Grizzly Giant, is 209 feet tall, has a diameter of 25.5 feet, and is probably around 2,000 years old. Your guide will explain the ecology of the trees as well as some history about their conservation. We head back to the Wawona for lunch. The rest of the afternoon will be spent exploring the southern portion of the park on guide’s choice hikes in the area. Dinner this evening is in the hotel's lovely dining room, known for its culinary excellence and gracious ambiance.

DAY 4: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
This morning we go from the historic Wawona into the heart of Yosemite Valley for a look at the classic features of El Capitan, Half Dome, Sentinel Peak, and other iconic and breathtaking natural attractions. Our guide will choose the best hikes based on weather and trail conditions. Destinations might include Bridalveil Fall and Lower Yosemite Falls. As we explore the valley, the guide weaves in stories of the park's creation and the wider American conservation movement. The day winds down at our next lodge, which is in walking distance of Yosemite Falls and offers a great vantage point to view the spectacular falls.

DAY 5: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
Season, weather, conditions, and our guide’s sense of serendipity dictate where we explore and hike today. One possibility is the Hetch Hetchy area, a glacial valley within the park that sees far fewer visitors than Yosemite Valley. A controversial dam was built there in 1925, raising the ultimately futile objections of the budding conservation movement. We would probably hike to Wapama Falls along a quiet trail leading to the 1,000-foot two-part cascade. Another option would take us up the Tioga Road to Tuolumne Meadows, with its high-elevation meadows and great views of the Cathedral Range. The Tuolumne River winds through the picturesque 2-mile long meadow, the largest subalpine meadow in the Sierra Nevada. We could enjoy any number of hikes in this gorgeous part of the park. We return to our lodge to enjoy dinner at the Mountain Room Restaurant, with its impressive menu and striking views of Yosemite Falls.

DAY 6: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
Most of this day is dedicated to hiking and valley exploration. "Guide's choice" trails might include the "mist trail" to Vernal Falls, Mirror Lake, or Cook's Meadow. Later we can drop by the Yosemite Valley Visitor Center and you can also stop in at the Ansel Adams Gallery. Last thing this afternoon is a delightful private tour of the distinguished Ahwahnee Hotel, followed by a festive farewell dinner at the hotel's famous dining room.

DAY 7: DEPARTURE HOME FROM FRESNO
Catch breakfast at the hotel and shuttle to the airport for connections home.

What’s Included? Everything you need, plus everything you want.
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➥ Giant sequoias: The Mariposa Grove holds some 500 giant trees, one of which is 210 feet tall, 30 feet in diameter, and probably more than 2,000 years old.
➥ National park lodges: Stay at the gracious, National Historic Landmark Wawona Hotel, and at the perfectly situated Yosemite Lodge at the Falls.
➥ op-notch guide: Your expert guide will lead you deeply into the history and natural wonders of this very special place.

Seasons of Yosemite
Trip Type: Small Group Adventure

Territory: North America

Region: Pacific Northwest

Trip Price: From $ 5,795

Trip Price: From $ upon request

On-Trip Airfare: $0

Duration: 7 days/6 nights

Trip Begins/Ends: Fresno, California / Fresno, California

Minimum Travelers: 2 travelers

Maximum Travelers: 16 travelers

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