City to Wilderness Mega Tour with Death Valley & Yosemite
Your TourHero
Hi there, I’m Sadie! I live to travel and pretty much dream about new places every night. I love trips that are diverse and take in as many new experiences as possible. I’ve devised this tour to include a bunch of different landscapes, from deserts and mountains to cool roads and a bohemian city. I’m looking to meet new people and share our travel experiences – the best recommendations always come from word-of-mouth! Come join in the fun.
Duration
4 days · 3 nights
Travel Date
Jun 20 – 24, 2022
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
5 – 14
Transportation
Van
Tour Price
Your Fellow Explorers
Age range
18 – 30
Travel interest
Exploring the great outdoors, hiking, wildife, meeting new people, photography
Your Local Guide
Bindlestiff Tours are group adventure travel experts with over 15 years of experience leading USA Southwest tours under their belt. With a team consisting of guides who’ve lived and worked all over the world, they are able to connect with guests who share the same passion for adventure and travel. Each tour offered is meticulously researched and designed by tour leaders who have extensive knowledge about the destinations involved in order to ensure guests remain safe on excursions and get the maximum amount of enjoyment out of their trips. Let Bindlestiff Tours take the stress out of planning your next trip — let them guide you through the most spectacular scenery that America has to offer!
Get ready to travel from Vegas to San Francisco via the most scenic route of all! Our Death Valley experience includes desert, dunes, salt plains and gold rush history, before a two-day stay in the beautiful Yosemite National Park. En route to the park, you’ll travel on California’s highest mountain pass — the Tioga — and then hike through some of the country’s most fabulous scenery. Fully rejuvenated, you’ll end your adventure with a full-day tour of San Francisco and all of its laid-back, picturesque charms.
Cancellation policy
Refunds for deposits
If you cancel your trip after placing a deposit but before your card on file is charged for the full payment, you can request a full refund of your deposit up to 30 days before the tour departure.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
If you cancel your trip after making the full payment, you may change or cancel your trip up to 30 days before the tour departure for a refund.
Your TourHero
Hi there, I’m Sadie! I live to travel and pretty much dream about new places every night. I love trips that are diverse and take in as many new experiences as possible. I’ve devised this tour to include a bunch of different landscapes, from deserts and mountains to cool roads and a bohemian city. I’m looking to meet new people and share our travel experiences – the best recommendations always come from word-of-mouth! Come join in the fun.
Duration
4 days · 3 nights
Travel Date
Jun 20 – 24, 2022
Activity Level
Moderate
Group Size
5 – 14
Transportation
Van
Get ready to travel from Vegas to San Francisco via the most scenic route of all! Our Death Valley experience includes desert, dunes, salt plains and gold rush history, before a two-day stay in the beautiful Yosemite National Park. En route to the park, you’ll travel on California’s highest mountain pass — the Tioga — and then hike through some of the country’s most fabulous scenery. Fully rejuvenated, you’ll end your adventure with a full-day tour of San Francisco and all of its laid-back, picturesque charms.
Timeline
- Day 1 · Death Valley National Park
- Pick-up in Las Vegas
- Journey to Death Valley
- Death Valley guided tour
- Lunch (not included in price)
- Visit Bishop gold rush town
- Check-in at Comfort Inn Bishop (or similar according to availability)
- Dinner (not included in price)
- Day 2 · Yosemite National Park
- Breakfast
- Cross Tioga Mountain Pass
- Yosemite mini-tour
- Lunch (not included in price)
- Check-in at Yosemite Valley Lodge (or similar according to availability)
- Dinner (not included in price)
- Day 3 · Yosemite National Park
- Breakfast
- Full-day Yosemite tour with hiking
- Lunch and dinner (not included in price)
- Day 4 · San Francisco
- Breakfast
- Journey to San Francisco
- San Francisco guided city tour
- Lunch (not included in price)
- Journey ends
Details
Day 1
Onwards to Death Valley, the hottest place on Earth
Leaving the bright lights of Las Vegas behind, we’ll head straight for the hottest place on Earth: Death Valley. This region is famed for its deserts, sand dunes and salt flats, but you’ll also find oases, historic sites and filming locations used in the likes of Star Wars and Spartacus. Here you’ll enjoy a guided tour, with short hikes around Zabriskie Point, Artist’s Palette, Badwater Basin Salt Flats, Furnace Creek Visitor Center, Devil’s Golf Course and the Mesquite Sand Dunes. Cool off over lunch and we’ll head to the old gold rush town of Bishop — the community sprang up from nowhere following a gold find in the mid-19th century and today it remains a living piece of history. Bed down in Bishop and recharge your batteries for an unforgettable day ahead.
Day 2
Welcome to Yosemite — a serene place of valleys, mountains, waterfalls and ancient trees
Fill up on breakfast and prepare yourself for California’s highest pass: the Tioga. This mountain road skips the valleys for the heights and is inaccessible in winter due to the heavy snow. At 3,031 meters, it’s a thrill to cross, and you’ll pass by the likes of Olmsted Point, Lake Tenaya, Tuolumne Meadows and Mono Lake en route. Yosemite lies ahead, and once there, you’ll get an introduction to this amazing area with a visit to the Valley Visitor Center and exhibits. This open space has been protected as a national park for over 100 years, preserving its ecosystem, waterfalls, mountains and giant trees. It’s long been a hiking and climbers paradise, and tomorrow you’ll become properly acquainted!
Day 3
A full day in Yosemite — the perfect outdoor paradise!
Strap on your best hiking boots and stretch those limbs — you’ll have a full day to explore the beauty of Yosemite. Situated in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains, almost 95 percent of Yosemite is legally classed as wilderness, making it one of America’s premium unspoilt places and an outdoor playground par excellence. The park itself has countless walks to suit all tastes and lengths, or you can opt for a guided tour and see some of the area’s best sights such as Bridalveil and Lower Yosemite Falls, plus views of Half Dome and El Capitan. There’ll also be plenty of time to unwind and relax along the Merced River.
Day 4
A final day in San Francisco — the bohemian city with the Golden Gate Bridge!
Wave goodbye to the Yosemite wilderness and prepare yourself for a different kind of tour as we reach San Francisco. One of America’s most iconic places, the country’s 13th-largest city is known for its Golden Gate Bridge and creative culture. With plenty of time left on your adventure, you’ll enjoy a fully-guided tour, taking in Haight-Ashbury, Pier 39, and Fisherman’s Wharf — not forgetting the mighty bridge itself of course! Take some time to relax over a coffee, introduce yourself to the friendly locals, and soak up the vibes in this unique part of America. Come 5 pm, it’s time to say goodbye to your tour companions, but don’t despair — you’ll have memories to last a lifetime.
Accommodation
Comfort Inn Bishop (or similar according to availability)
After a day at Death Valley, we’ll head to the historic town of Bishop to recharge for the night at the Comfort Inn. Surrounded by the Inyo National Forest, you won’t leave the views at the park! The hotel offers comfortable double rooms, free breakfast, pool and hot tub for a late night dip, and easy access to the town’s local fare. Learn about the town’s past and sleep comfortably in this historic place. If you'd like a camping option, click here. Room type: Twin share room with two queen beds; two guest minimum per booking.
Yosemite Valley Lodge (or similar according to availability)
Yosemite Valley Lodge is the perfect place to call home for any Yosemite trip. All rooms feature beautiful views of the park, comfortable bedding, and en suite baths. The lodge also offers lite WiFi, an outdoor swimming pool, gift shop, and a Starbucks on site! What more could you need for two days of adventure? If you'd like a camping option, click here. Room type: Twin share room with two queen beds; two guest minimum per booking.
Included
- 1 night in Comfort Inn Bishop (or similar)
- 2 nights in Yosemite Valley Lodge (or similar)
- Shared occupancy in accommodation
- All breakfasts
- Knowledgeable English-speaking tour guide
- All transportation throughout the tour
- All park entries
- Tour of Death Valley National Park
- Tour of Yosemite National Park
- City tour of San Francisco
- 24/7 guest support
Not included
- Flights into Las Vegas
- $24 pp kitty payment to cover 4 lunches
- Other food not mentioned in inclusions
- Optional add-ons
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
Available add-on
Private room upgrade
If you’re looking for some privacy during this adventure, upgrade to single rooms at every hotel and enjoy the solitude after a long day in the parks. The upgrade features a single room with en suite bath and all the amenities listed at each accommodation.
Price: USD 101
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Cancellation policy
Refunds for deposits
If you cancel your trip after placing a deposit but before your card on file is charged for the full payment, you can request a full refund of your deposit up to 30 days before the tour departure.
Refunds for fully-paid trips
If you cancel your trip after making the full payment, you may change or cancel your trip up to 30 days before the tour departure for a refund.
- Once you see this sign, you've definitely arrived in Vegas! - Grant Cai
- Welcome to the hottest place on Earth. - Jojo
- The rolling hills of Death Valley — like a land that time forgot. - Shane O
- You'll have the chance to experience this extensive desert within the valley. - Yural Levy
- After leaving Vegas, your first stop is in Death Valley, a truly unique wilderness. - Meric Dagli
- Between Death Valley and Yosemite, cross the majestic Tioga Pass and enjoy one of the most picturesque roads in America! - Roy Zeigerman
- Enjoy a fabulous view of gorgeous Lake Tenaya from the Tioga Pass. - Eric Longstaff
- After a thrilling journey, peace, tranquility and adventure await in Yosemite National Park. - Mick Haupt
- Experience a mini-tour of Yosemite as an introduction to the area. - Rakshith Hatwar
- Kiss the wilderness goodbye and head to San Francisco! - Jared Erondu
- Enjoy a full day in Yosemite to explore its trails and meet its residents! - Johannes Andersson
- Take in the magnificent Bridalveil Falls in Yosemite National Park. - Matt Cramblett
- Cast eyes on the famous Half Dome summit in Yosemite. - Francis Bouffard
- The daunting face of El Capitan. - BAYC 7739
- El Capitan awaits in Yosemite National Park. - Richard James
- The vibrant colors in Yosemite couldn't be more different to those found in Death Valley! - Pablo Fierro
- A final stop in San Francisco. Be sure to wear some flowers in your hair! - Maarten Van Den Heuvel
- San Francisco is famed for its bohemian vibes and hilly streets. - Y S
- There'll be plenty of time to take in the Golden Gate Bridge too! - Billy Huynh
- Our first stop in Cali is at the Comfort Inn in Bishop, a historic town known for mining. - Comfort Inn Bishop
- Our last stop is at the Yosemite Valley Lodge, the place we'll call home for two days of exploration. - Yosemite Valley Lodge website
- Add-on: Solo private room - Comfort Inn Bishop