Best of Yosemite Valley and Tuolumne Combo
Day Hike Tours
2 Days, 0 Nights 4-16MI / 6-26KM
Trip Highlights
“The Valley” and the high country of Tuolumne are nearly impossible see on the same day, and each area is fully worthy of at least a day of exploration. On this two day combo, we spend a day at each, discovering the best of both areas. Each day is customized for your group, so we can ensure you see and experience exactly what you’re most interested in. We provide breakfast and lunch both days, along with transportation, backpacks and trekking poles.
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Best of Yosemite Valley
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Best of Tuolumne Meadows
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Waterfalls
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Breathtaking Views
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Granite Domes
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2 Day Hike Combo
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Trip Details
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Trip Type
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Trip Length
2 Days, 0 Nights -
Daily Hiking Distance
2-6 miles daily -
Group Size
1-7 Guests
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Is This Trip Right For me?
Depending on which hikes a group is interested in, this trip can follow well maintained trails or no trail at all. Some concerns include loose dirt, large stepping stones and tree roots, granite slabs and creek/river crossings.
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Trip Itinerary
Day 1: Yosemite Valley
Drive Time: 2-3 hours
Hiking Distance: 2-6 miles
Elevation Gain/Loss: minimal to 2000 feet
Total Tour Duration: 8-10 hours
The first day we explore Yosemite Valley on our Best of Yosemite Valley Full Day Tour. Home to El Capitan, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls, Glacier Point, the Merced River and more, Yosemite Valley is the heart of the Park and the most famous section. Today’s itinerary is tailored to your interests and desires. Most groups enjoy starting at a famous viewpoint that offers stunning initial views of the Valley, where we can see Bridal-Veil Falls, Half Dome and El Capitan. Our tour from here takes us on a loop through Yosemite Valley. We can embark on a series of shorter hikes to pack as much diversity in as possible, or we can tackle a larger hike to bigger views or a grander destination. Options include pristine lakes, waterfalls, panoramic viewpoints, historical sites, the base of El Capitan and more. Somewhere along the way, we’ll stop for a delicious, picnic lunch prepared by your guide.
Day 2: Tuolumne Meadows
Drive Time: 4 hours
Hiking Distance: 2-6 miles
Elevation Gain/Loss: minimal to 1000 feet
Total Time: 10 hours
Tuolumne Meadows is approximately 4,000 feet higher than the Valley, at a subalpine elevation where alpine lakes; granite domes; views of snow-capped, jagged peaks; and vast meadows characterize the high country of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range. On the second day we explore this remarkable region on our Best of Tuolumne Meadows Day Tour. Like the first day, today is all about you, so your guide will customize the itinerary based on what you’re most interested in seeing and experiencing. Options include stopping at and/or hiking to dramatic viewpoints, stunning alpine lakes, alpine meadows, granite domes, swimming holes and more. You will without a doubt enjoy views both down into Yosemite Valley and up into the peaks of the High Sierra. A picnic lunch is provided today as well.
Trip Dates
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Rates
Rates
1 person: $1150 per person
2 people: $630 per person
3 people: $560 per person
4-5 people: $470 per person
6-7 people: $405 per person
10 and under: $280 per person
Private day hike tours are only open to your party.
*Prices do not include guide gratuity
What's Included
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Trained hiking guide(s) with years of personal wilderness and hiking experience, medical certifications, and a passion for leading people into breathtaking landscapes. See Guide Bios.
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Round trip transportation from Mariposa, Autocamp Yosemite, anywhere on the Highway 140 corridor east of Mariposa or Yosemite Valley
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Entrance into Yosemite National Park
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A commitment to make the tour as exciting, challenging, informative, and full as you’d like, and as is possible in the half-day or full-day time allotment
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Breakfast, trail snacks and a picnic lunch
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Use of a top of the line, technical day pack
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Use of trekking poles
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Mandatory 5% national park fee that passes through directly to Yosemite
What's Not Included (Required)
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Lightweight hiking shoes or hiking boots -
Waterproof rain jacket or poncho
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Warm wool or fleece top (Spring, Fall, Winter)
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Warm hat and gloves (early summer, fall)
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Water bottles or bladder (2 liters total capacity)
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Sunhat
Trip Logistics & FAQs
Where Do We Meet?
We can pick you up in the town of Mariposa; the Autocamp Yosemite Resort; anywhere on the Highway 140 corridor east of Mariposa; or at Curry Village in Yosemite Valley (at Shuttle Stop 14). Your guide will contact you approximately 7 days before your trip to determine the exact rendezvous time and location.
Safety Precautions
Your safety is our top priority. Our hiking tours are led by professional hiking guides, all of whom are wilderness-certified first responders or EMT’s, each with years of guiding and wilderness experience. Guides adhere to standardized risk management protocols in case of any potential or actual incident, and all tours carry an emergency communication device and comprehensive first-aid kit. Additionally we have a “24/7” system through which guides or guests can reach Wildland support personnel at any time.
If you have any further questions about safety, please contact us at 1-800-715-HIKE (4453) for more information.
Age Restrictions
Age restrictions on this trip are as follows:
- 5 and older to join private tours, with final approval on a case by case basis
Weather in the Sierras
Being a high mountain environment, the Sierra Nevada Mountains are prone to sudden temperature and weather shifts. This is an exciting aspect of being in the mountains. On trips in June, snow is a possibility, and the rest of the summer rain is always a possibility on your trip. To be fully prepared, please follow the recommended clothing list closely (this list comes as part of your trip packet when you register). See below for average summer temperatures:
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Valleys
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Alpine
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low
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hi
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low
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January
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49°
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26°
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45°
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25°
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February
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55°
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28°
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46°
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26°
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March
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59°
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31°
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48°
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27°
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April
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65°
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35°
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54°
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30°
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May
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73°
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42°
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62°
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37°
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June
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81°
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51°
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71°
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46°
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July
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89°
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57°
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77°
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50°
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August
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89°
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56°
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81°
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53°
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September
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82°
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51°
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71°
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46°
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October
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74°
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39°
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62°
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37°
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November
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58°
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31°
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51°
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29°
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December
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48°
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26°
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46°
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25°
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Ken J
2 years agoWill definitely come back to Wildland
This was my son and I first experience in backpacking. The registration process was very organized and simple. Anytime I had a question regarding our trip prior to arriving, my phone call was always answered by a real human being, never a recording. Our guide was very knowledgeable of the area and was a pleasure to be with for our entire trip. I will definitely come back to Wildland for my next backpacking trip!
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