California High Country Adventure
California High Country Adventure
$3695
California High Country Adventure
9 Days Starting and ending in Fresno
Visiting: Fresno, Mariposa, Oakhurst, Yosemite National Park, Mammoth Lakes, Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest Visitor Center, Bakersfield, Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park
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Tour Overview
Embark on a breathtaking journey through the majestic landscapes of California's High Country with our exclusive adventure tour. This unforgettable experience takes you through the awe-inspiring beauty of Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, and Kings Canyon National Park. Marvel at the iconic sights of El Capitan, Half Dome, and Bridalveil Falls, and walk among the giants in Mariposa Grove and the Giant Forest Museum. Your adventure includes hikes through the ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest and scenic drives along Tioga Pass and Kings Canyon Scenic Byway. With luxury air-conditioned coach travel, cherry-picked hotels, and an expert Travel Director, this tour offers the perfect blend of comfort and adventure. Dive into the heart of California's natural wonders and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Your Wilderness Adventure In Fresno
Location: Fresno
Accommodation: Doubletree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
Accommodation Name: Doubletree by Hilton Fresno Convention Center
Meals Included: Welcome Reception
Welcome to Fresno, your gateway to the Sierra Nevada Mountains! Settle in and unpack before meeting your fellow adventurers at a Welcome Reception. Your Travel Director gives you the rundown of this exciting, active, self-paced tour. From easy strolls to hard-charger hikes, there are plenty of options and no shortage of natural beauty.
Day 2 : Mariposa Grove And Giant Sequoias
Location: Fresno, Mariposa, Oakhurst
Accommodation: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Oakhurst Yosemite
Accommodation Name: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Oakhurst Yosemite
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Up and at ‘em this morning for Yosemite National Park, famous for its giant, ancient sequoia trees, deep valleys, and grand meadows. Standing among these towering trees sets the tone for this week’s experiences of feeling small within the vastness of nature. After breakfast in Fresno, head to the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, home to over 500 mature trees and the largest sequoia grove in Yosemite. An important historical site, you’ll learn how in 1864 President Lincoln signed legislation protecting the Mariposa Grove and Yosemite Valley, for the first time in US history setting aside scenic, natural areas to be protected by the federal government, even as the country was embroiled in the Civil War. You’re a part of history and your surroundings as you walk the Big Trees Loop or Grizzly Giant Loop (two miles) amongst other options. The 3,000-year-old Grizzly Giant sequoia alone is worth the trip! After your first full day of exploring, the adventure continues as we head to our home for the next two nights, Oakhurst, situated in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada.
Day 3 : Yosemite National Park
Location: Oakhurst, Yosemite National Park, Oakhurst
Accommodation: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Oakhurst Yosemite
Accommodation Name: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Oakhurst Yosemite
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Yosemite National Park today, famed for its giant, ancient sequoia trees, grand meadows and iconic rock formations. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience as you meet a naturalist through the Yosemite Conservancy that will delve into the dynamic history of climbing in Yosemite through fascinating stories, photographs and demonstrations. The Yosemite Conservancy is a non-profit organization that has provided over $140 million to Yosemite for more than 700 completed projects that improve trails, restore habitat, protect wildlife and inspire the next generation of nature-lovers. Spend the rest of the day in Yosemite to appreciate this bucket list destination and choose the hike that suits you. This evening, get ready for a unique Be My Guest Experience incorporating mindfulness while embracing the outdoors over a guided Forest Bathing experience followed by dinner.
Day 4: Head To Mammoth Lakes
Location: Oakhurst, Mammoth Lakes
Accommodation: Mammoth Mountain Inn
Accommodation Name: Mammoth Mountain Inn, Mammoth Lakes
Meals Included: Breakfast
Another day of exceptional hikes begins on the journey from Oakhurst to Mammoth. Your first stop is Tuolumne Meadows where, whether it’s an explosion of summer wildflowers or fiery fall colors, you’ll bask in beauty. Enjoy a leisurely walk along Tuolumne River to Soda Springs and the Tuolumne Meadows Footbridge. We’ll then make our way through Tioga Pass (seasonal) to wildlife-rich Mono Lake before finishing the day in Mammoth. Tioga Pass: weather conditions may cause Tioga Pass to be closed to traffic, typically from mid-October to the end of May. In this case, an alternate entry point to Yosemite will be used entering through the west side of the park. While this may not cause a change in overnight, sightseeing will be affected this day.
Day 5: Mammoth Lakes Leisure
Location: Mammoth Lakes
Accommodation: Mammoth Mountain Inn
Accommodation Name: Mammoth Mountain Inn, Mammoth Lakes
Meals Included: Breakfast
What better way to start the day than breakfast with a view? Sip your coffee as you take in 360 degree views of the Sierras and beyond on an aerial ride up Mammoth Mountain on the Panorama Gondola. Climbing 11,053 feet to the top of Mammoth Mountain, these sweeping views of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range can’t be beat. The rest of the day is yours to continue your Mammoth sightseeing with another boots-on-the-ground exploration at Mammoth Lakes or a well-deserved rest.
Day 6: Wander Through The Oldest Living Trees
Location: Mammoth Lakes, Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest Visitor Center, Bakersfield
Accommodation: Doubletree Hotel Bakersfield
Accommodation Name: Doubletree Hotel Bakersfield
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departing Mammoth Lakes, at Ancient Bristlecone Pine Forest, you’ll walk among the oldest living trees in the world. Some of these living trees are over 4,000 years old, displaying spectacular growth forms of twisted and beautifully coloured wood. Tonight, make your way to Bakersfield for an evening of trading tales and photos.
Day 7: King's Canyon National Park Stays With Stories
Location: Bakersfield, Sequoia National Park
Accommodation: Wuksachi Lodge
Accommodation Name: Wuksachi Lodge, Sequoia National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Next on our tour of incredible sights and sounds is Kings Canyon National Park. Home to the largest remaining grove of sequoia trees in the world with the focal being the General Grant Tree, the third largest in the world which was proclaimed "the Nation's Christmas Tree" in the 1920s by President Calvin Coolidge. Sit back and take in the views as we travel along the Kings Canyon Scenic byway to end up at Zumault Meadow Trail, where nature's diversity is on display with powerful rock formations and roaring rivers contrasted my lush, serene meadows.
Day 8: Sequoia National Park Make Travel Matter
Location: Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Sequoia National Park
Accommodation: Wuksachi Lodge
Accommodation Name: Wuksachi Lodge, Sequoia National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Explore Sequoia National Park by starting the day visiting General Sherman Tree, the world's largest tree. We continue to the Giant Forest Museum where we'll have the option to hike the Big Trees Trail or Moro Rock Trail. The rest of the afternoon is yours to enjoy at leisure using the park shuttles. Having trekked Sierra Nevada's peaks, celebrate at tonight's Farewell Dinner followed by an evening MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience where a naturalist will guide you through the constellations in a stargazing adventure.
Day 9: Farewell Fresno
Location: Sequoia National Park, Fresno
Meals Included: Breakfast
Say goodbye to Fresno as you return to the Fresno Airport for your return trip home. Airport arrival will be 11:00 AM, please be aware when booking your flights.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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All transport and transfers shown
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
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Optional Experiences and free time
What's Not Included
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Flights
International round-trip airfare
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Insurance
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Check out our Q&As
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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