Fall in Yosemite
3 Days, October 21st - 23rd
This vacation is the ultimate grand tour to Yosemite National Park combining a fall drive through the Sierra Foothills laced with autumnal colors, a tram ride in the majestic stand of sequoias at the Mariposa Grove, a journey to the heights of Yosemite at Glacier Point, and brunch at the historic Ahwahnee Hotel. Top this all off with a two night stay in the valley at Yosemite Lodge and this is one of our best trips to the park in years. Whether it is your first time or hundredth time to Yosemite, join us as we return to California’s favorite national park, for the beauty of autumn… or maybe just relax and enjoy the quiet beauty of the starlit evening sky.
•Stay in the park with rooms at Yosemite Lodge, convenient to Yosemite Falls, the Village, and all Valley sites
•Enjoy lunch at three National Historic Landmarks: the Groveland Hotel, the Ahwahnee Hotel and the Wawona Hotel
•Learn about the history and geology during a guided full day tour of Yosemite highlighting Glacier Point, Mariposa Grove, Half Dome, and the Merced River
•3 meals: 1 brunch, 2 lunches
•Door to door transportation
•Transportation on SuperCoach III
•1150/1400 Gold Passport Points
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Day 1
Carey Transportation will bring you to the office to meet your fellow travelers and SuperCoach III. Travel in comfort through the Central Valley to Yosemite National Park and your home for the next two evenings. Enjoy Sunday Brunch in the Ahwahnee Hotel Dining Room with its 34 foot high ceilings and floor to ceiling windows, surrounded by beautifully designed stained glass. After brunch, a guided historic tour of the public areas of the hotel deepens your appreciation for the architecture and interior designers of this grand structure. Enjoy an evening on your own, perhaps taking in a ranger talk, or walk to nearby Yosemite Falls. The park operates a free shuttle service which is a great way to familiarize yourself with the layout of the valley and village and the area surrounding your accommodations. (A note about the rooms: park rooms are standard motel rooms, with limited amenities or services, and there are no elevators for second floor rooms. Please request a ground floor if necessary at the time of your reservation.)
- Yosemite Lodge – 2 nights
- Brunch is included this day
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Day 2
A guided grand tour of Yosemite Valley highlights the history and geology of the park with stops along the way for you to snap photos of Half Dome, Bridal Veil Falls and El Capitan. This all day tour includes Glacier Point and the Mariposa Grove (weather permitting). From the heights of Glacier Point, look down on the Ahwahnee Meadow from the site of the original “Firefall.” At the Mariposa Grove, ride a tram through the ancient Sequoia trees that have stood for centuries while history was being made at their feet. Once a pioneering stage stop, the Victorian-style Wawona Hotel serves as your host for lunch before returning to the valley in the late afternoon.
- Lunch is included this day
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Day 3
A leisurely start today with time to enjoy the morning in the valley before making your way out of the park along the historic Big Oak Flat Route (Rt. 120). Lunch today is included in Groveland, just outside the park, as you continue your way home through the foothills and Central Valley this afternoon towards Sacramento, arriving in the early evening.
- Lunch is included this day
“The Rock” Featuring a cruise to Alcatraz
The sights and sounds of Alcatraz come alive during your visit to “The Rock.” Cross over the Bay Bridge and travel along the Embarcadero to the Fisherman’s Wharf for lunch at one of the area’s oldest restaurants, Scoma’s where you will have a choice on site from a limited menu, including the fresh catch of the day. Our cruise departs for Alcatraz midafternoon with time on the island for exploring on your own with the included audio tour. Return to Sacramento following your visit.
A Port, A President, and The Pageant of the Masters
Featuring The Laguna Pageant of the Masters.
Alaska’s Denali National Park and the Kenai Peninsula
Featurng Alaska’s finest resorts and The Alaska Railroad.
3 Days · 3 Meals
Your trip includes all accommodations, airfare from Sacramento*, all listed activities and the services of a Sports Leisure Tour Director
*If applicable. Not traveling from Sacramento? Not a problem, just give us a call.
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