Yosemite Summer Weekend

Day 1—Friday: Arrival + Yosemite Falls

  • Airport pickup (around 8–8:30 AM)

  • Safeway San Leandro pickup at 9:00 am. Meeting point address here.

  • 30 min grocery and snacks at Safeway, San Leandro

  • Arrive in Yosemite around 2–3 PM

  • Visit Tunnel View (viewpoint) for 15-20 mins

  • Visit Bridal Veil Falls (viewpoint) for 15-20 mins

  • El capitán Meadow (viewpoint) 15-20 minutes

  • Visit Yosemite Lower Falls. Easy hike, quick, family-friendly (AllTrails link)

Dinner Suggestion:

  • Dinner at the Airbnb or Yosemite food court

Heading to the Airbnb.

  • Grocery pickup

Night: stargazing at the Airbnb, board games, sleep, or whatever you prefer.

Day 2 – Saturday: Glacier Point & Taft Point Hike.

  • Breakfast early at 9 am

  • Leaving the Airbnb at 10 AM and heading up to Glacier Point Road.

  • Reach Yosemite Valley at 11 am. Visit the gift stores and grab some snacks. (for 30-40 mins)

  • Park at Taft Point trailhead around 1 PM

  • Hike to Taft Point—2.3 miles roundtrip, moderate (Amazing views from the cliffs) (AllTrails link)

  • Break and food time

  • Visit Glacier Point and the visitor center.

  • Free time

  • sunset at 8 pm to 8:30 Pm from Glacier Point

Dinner Suggestion:

  • Late dinner at Airbnb or any restaurant of your choice

Night—Stargazing (Optional)

  • Best time for stargazing: 10:00 PM–12:00 AM (New moon ideal—check lunar calendar)

    Location: from the Airbnb Or drive to Tunnel View or Glacier Point.

    Bring blankets, warm layers, star apps (SkyView or Star Walk), and maybe hot cocoa

Day 3 – Sunday: Sequoia Grove Exploration

  • Early breakfast, pack up at 8 am

  • Check out at 9 am.

Visit Mariposa Grove

  • Leave Yosemite by 1–2 PM to avoid late traffic.

  • Grab lunch on our way back to San Francisco or eat on the way.

  • Back to SF by 7–8 PM

Important Notice:
Please note that this itinerary trip is not 100% guaranteed as planned. While we do our best to follow the published itinerary, changes may occur due to weather conditions, trail or road closures, safety concerns, or other factors beyond our control.

We ask all participants to remain flexible and understanding and to be prepared for adjustments to the schedule, locations, or accommodations if necessary. By booking, you agree to accept such changes as part of the group travel experience.

Packing Essentials for Yosemite:

  • Comfortable hiking shoes or boots with grip

  • comfortable light cloth for daytime

  • Reusable water bottle or hydration pack

  • Snacks or trail food

  • Sunglasses, sunscreen, and hat

  • Small backpack or daypack

  • Flashlight or headlamp

  • swimsuit for the hot tub

What to Bring for Stargazing:

  • Warm layers

  • Optional: Phone with a star app (like SkyView or Stellarium)

  • Optional: binoculars or camera with tripod

  • Optional: Thermos with hot drink