Enter the Vast Wilderness of Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park was one of the first wilderness parks in the United States.  It is best known for its waterfalls and you will find within the park deep valleys, vast meadows, giant archaic sequoias and endless wonderful wilderness. 

Yosemite Tours helps provide sightseeing tours, attractions and transportation to Yosemite National Park.  You can also tour the area by van, bus and train.  In addition to activities within the park, Yosemite Tours also offers vacations in San Francisco because it is so close. 

The most popular tour we provide is the Yosemite One-Day Tour by Bus from San Francisco.  You will venture into the ample wilderness in a large, comfy motor coach with giant windows so you can catch all the wonderful scenery around you.  You will pass the Sierra Foothills where the Forty-Niners panned for gold in the 1840s and ‘50s.  When you enter the 716,266 acre National Park, you will be left speechless by some of the world’s most stunning scenery. 

One of the most spectacular things you will see there is El Capitan.  This is a 3,000 foot tall vertical rock formation in the Sierra Nevada mountain range.  You will notice that there will be people climbing it as it is one of rock climber’s favorite challenges. 

Another memorable sight is the double cataract waterfall, Bridal Veil Falls.  It is not only beautiful in the summer when the waters are rushing incredibly fast, but in the winter it is just as appealing.  There is an icefall to the right of the falls that attracts many experienced ice climbers and it is quite a sight! 

Yosemite Falls, another one of the waterfalls in the park, is the highest measured waterfall in North America and one of the world’s tallest measuring at 2,425 feet.  It flows between November and July but it peaks in May so if that is when you are planning on visiting, you are in for a treat!  You can walk to the Lower Yosemite Fall (it actually has three separate falls) or hike to the top if you have time later as it takes a full day. 

When you fall in love with Yosemite National Park, you will definitely come back because there is even more to do and see.  Yosemite has even more waterfalls, trails to hike, horseback riding, rock climbing, fishing, biking, rafting and additional tours of the park.

To reserve your trip to the park, visit www.yosemitetours.us today!

Verde Canyon Railroad Tours

On the Verde Canyon Railroad Excursion, professional tour guides will provide information on the area’s history, geology, archaeology, and wildlife while also covering the Indian background of the canyon.  Throughout the year there are several specially themed holiday tours.  At Christmas there is the Santa Train, where Santa and Mrs. Clause make a special appearance for the children’s enjoyment.  There is also the Throw Mama and Papa on the Train, where mothers and fathers ride free on Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, respectively.  On July 4^th there is the Firecracker Express and on Cinco de Mayo, the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta Train.  These are all fabulous excuses to celebrate while enjoying a relaxing ride along the scenic trails of the Verde Canyon Railroad route.  The viewing cars are open-air, allowing passengers to experience the sights and smells of this gorgeous area as they move through each breathtaking scene.

The Verde Canyon Railroad, near Clarksdale, Arizona, is just southwest of Sedona.  It was originally built to support copper mines in Jerome, Arizona and went from 60,000 annual passengers in 1996 to over a million as of 2005.  Verde Canyon is the home of the bald eagle, our national symbol, and can only be reached by rail.  Passengers aboard the train will pass through rugged cliffs and near ancient Sinagua ruins dating back as far as 600 A.D. as they make their way in between two national forests, over old-fashioned trestles, and through a 680-foot manmade tunnel.  They will be surrounded by wildlife and beautiful greenery throughout the four hour trip to and from Perkinsville Ranch. 

For a unique nighttime viewing experience, take a ride on the Verde Canyon Railroad Starlight Express and see the canyon under the stars, alive with nocturnal wildlife.  This tour takes place on specified days from June through September.  It takes the same route as the Verde Canyon Railroad Excursion only this time you are seeing the canyon as it transitions between daylight and dusk.  Enjoy your travels aboard one of these fine trains, riding coach or first class and remember to book early to ensure availability.