California | Yosemite Family Vacation & Tour

Additional Trip Information

Arrival & Departures

Please plan on arriving at least one day prior to your trip departure. Day one of your itinerary starts at 8:00 AM or 8:30 AM depending on your hotel. Your trip ends with a drop-off at either the Fresno airport 1:00 PM or your area hotel 1:30 PM. Please book your flights for after 3:00 PM out of Fresno Airport.

Activities

Hiking: 1 to 7 miles per hike, easy to strenuous in difficulty on varying terrain (dirt trails, smooth granite, wet stone, etc.) The longest day of hiking will take place on Day 2 (with a 5 mile hike in the morning and 4 mile hike in the afternoon), but will include many opportunities to rest and/or hike at a leisurely pace. Rock Climbing:  Introductory class on the basics of climbing. No experience necessary – shoes, rope, harnesses and instruction provided by professional rock climbing instructor. Discovery: John Muir named this place the ‘range of light’ and for good reason. You’ll learn how glaciers formed this valley as you stand under granite monoliths rising thousands of feet above you. You’ll understand why this place is commonly called the ‘Incomparable Valley.’ Listen as your guides delve into the controversy over the Hetch Hetchy Valley: Should the valley remain dammed providing water for the nearby city of San Francisco or should it be restored to its formal glory as what John Muir described as “one of nature’s rarest and most precious mountain temples.” Visit the famous Yan-o-pah (little cloud) or Vernal Fall as it’s called today to witness its massive cascade of tumbling whitewater drop 317 feet over a cliff. Discover why Yosemite National Park is a rock climber’s mecca as you stare in awe at granite monoliths like Half Dome and El Capitan. Examine black and white photographs from Ansel Adam’s time spent in the park in the 1910’s. Discover for yourself this place they call “The GoldenState”. Austin Adventures guides are experienced facilitators and regional experts. They will take the time to explain the details of each activity, answer any questions, and demonstrate the use of all equipment. Each activity has been carefully planned to include options for all levels. Most importantly, your guides will help you select the distance that’s right for you.

Meals

The hallmark of an Austin Adventures vacation is our exceptional dining. All meals: breakfasts, lunches, snacks, dinners, refreshments and receptions - except one dinner on your own - are included as indicated by itinerary. (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner). Alcoholic beverages and related gratuities are not included in the trip price. Included in Trip Price

• Double occupancy rooms with private baths.
• All meals: breakfasts, lunches, snacks, dinners, refreshments and receptions - except one dinner on own your own.
• Fully trained, first-aid certified professional guides and knowledgeable local partners.
• Any necessary equipment- all safe and well maintained.
• Vehicle support and land transportation during the trip.
• Austin Adventures T-shirt, water bottle, luggage tags and luggage service.
• Pre-departure and packing information.
• Incidental expenses such as taxes, dining and housekeeping gratuities, local partner and expert gratuities and national park entrance and permit fees.

Not Included in Trip Price

• Gratuities to Austin Adventures guides.
• Alcoholic beverages and related gratuities.
• One dinner on your own.
• Pre-and post-trip accommodations and associated expenses.
• Air and land transportation to/from host cities.
• All types of personal insurance.
• Personal expenses.