USA Road Trip — Yosemite Hiking & Cali Surfing - 6 Days



Who is this trip for
Genders
- Female65%
- Male35%
Average age
Start / End
- San Francisco
- Los Angeles
Physical rating
Group size
1 - 13Meals included
8Highlights
- Enjoy the many wonders of Yosemite National Park
- Get sprayed by the waters of Nevada and Vernal Fall
- Hike the amazing Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
- Catch a few waves with a surf lesson
- Spend some time relaxing in the sand of a hip southern California town.
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Summary
Get both your hiking and beach fix with this six day trip through some of California’s most beautiful scenery. Discover the majesty of Yosemite National Park with hikes through the most scenic areas, grab a surfboard and catch some waves along the southern California coast, and rest up at a hostel just steps from the beach. So what are you waiting for? It’s time to get back out there, have some fun, and make some lasting memories along the way.
Itinerary
Day 1
San Francisco/Yosemite National Park
The adventure begins this morning with the drive to Yosemite National Park. Along the way stop for some fresh produce at a farmer’s market in the central valley. Once in the park hike to Tuolumne Grove to see massive Giant Sequoias. Finish the day with a stop to see El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall en route to your camp for the night.
Day 2
Yosemite National Park
Enjoy free time to navigate the majestic Yosemite Valley at your own pace. Walk the Lower Yosemite Fall Trail or Swinging Bridge Loop Trail. Relax under the towering granite monoliths of Half Dome or El Capitan. Up for more of a challenge? Test your endurance on a more challenging hike like Upper Yosemite Falls or Four Mile. On the way back to camp, search for climbers on the sheer rock face of El Capitan. Yosemite Village is a great starting point for launching into your adventure. Your CEO will help you get oriented to visit the Ansel Adams gallery, Ahwahnee Museum and the Yosemite Visitor Center. Here you can start a valley hike or catch a free shuttle around the park.
Day 3
Yosemite National Park
Today is all about getting active and exploring the landscapes of Yosemite. Head out on a hike to Vernal or Nevada Falls or opt to rent bikes and cruise around the valley.
This park is a hiker’s paradise filled with different options for every skill level. From miles of trekking to short walks featuring amazing views, you won’t have a hard time finding a trail to set out on and enjoy. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and make sure to take plenty of pictures. In the evening relax around the fire and swap stories with your group.
Day 4
Yosemite National Park/Venice Beach
Bid farewell to Yosemite this morning and get ready for some ocean waves and sand between your toes as the group heads south to Venice Beach. Travel through the rolling hills and vastness of the Central Valley and arrive at the Pacific coast just in time to walk the beach during golden hour and grab some delicious dinner by the sea. After the forests of Yosemite the beaches of southern California will be a welcome change for some time to relax and recharge. So suit up, grab a towel, find a volleyball, and live out those California beach fantasies with your friends.
Day 5
Venice Beach
Live the California dream as you wake up to the distant sound of waves crashing against the sand. Then, suit up and get ready for your surf lesson where you'll learn a thing or two about what it takes to make riding those waves look so easy.
Afterwards, enjoy free time on Venice Beach to lounge in the sun, walk out to the pier, or find a beachfront cafe with a table outside for some people watching. Or choose to rent bikes or surf boards and continue the adventure. Your only dilemma today should be deciding which burrito place you want to eat at.
Day 6
Venice Beach
Departure Day. Please book onward travel no earlier than 12pm.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotel (2 nts), participation camping (3 nts).
Meals
Breakfasts: 3, Lunches: 2, Dinners: 3
Vegetarian options are available on all meals throughout the adventure.
Vegetarian options availableLocal Guide
GuidedThis adventure is led by a local guide throughout. The main language of this adventure is English. Please contact us for other languages available.
Wifi
Wifi is available during the adventure. In some areas and / or accommodation / transport Wifi may be free.
Dates & Prices
Jun 2026
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Customer reviews & ratings
It was the best trip! I?ve been wanting to go to Yosemite for years and this trip was the perfect trip To do that! The hikes were amazing especially getting to go up to Yosemite point, I have no complaints at all about the trip! Really fun experience with great activity?s
Katie Sep, 2024 VerifiedThe G adventures trip to Yosemite and LA was everything I hoped it would be. I got to meet new people, experience challenging hikes in a beautiful setting and get a taste of beach life and surfing in LA. From the moment I met with the group everything was stress free. It was great to be able to travel with the group on a minibus and not have to worry about driving myself, whilst also getting to meet other people. The Tour CEO was brilliant in letting me do the hikes I wanted to in Yosemite, meaning I could explore how I wanted but also still socialise with the group before and afterwards.
Matthew Aug, 2024 Verified
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