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Yosemite Private Tours L.L.C
Book this private custom all-inclusive day-tour and experience the excitement and thrills of one of California’s best whitewater river rafting adventures. The ideal spring and summer getaway adventure for the adrenaline junkies – for beginners and intermediate paddlers alike. Join Yosemite Private Tours to experience the thrills and excitement of this new whitewater rafting adventure and worry-free tour package in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Prepare yourself for an 8 to 10-mile rafting experience on the American river that flows through the Sierra wilderness. From high-energy rapids to laid-back river floats, our guides will be on hand to ensure that your whitewater rafting trip is a thrilling and exciting outdoor adventure. This rafting experience features both easy fun sections and sustained stretches of Class III rapids, which is suitable for all ages. You will be assigned to the right team based on your age, weight and experience. This exciting river rafting trip is accessible to beginners and intermediate paddlers alike.
Overall, the combination of physical activity, nature's beauty, camaraderie, and the adrenaline rush make whitewater rafting an incredibly enjoyable and fun adventure for many people.
Experience the thrill of the South Fork American River rafting, an adrenaline-pumping adventure on some of California's most exhilarating rivers.
● Adrenaline Rush: Navigate the turbulent waters of the High Sierra Nevada wilderness, conquering rapids that elevate your heart rate and intensify the adventure. The exhilaration of tackling these challenging rapids creates an unmatched rush.
● Teamwork and Camaraderie: Rafting is a team sport, demanding coordination, and communication among participants. Working together to navigate the river fosters a sense of camaraderie, as challenges are faced and conquered as a united team.
● Nature's Beauty: Discover breathtaking settings in the California High Sierra Nevada wilderness, just east of Sacramento. Surround yourself with stunning landscapes, gorges, and wildlife, providing a unique immersion in nature's beauty.
● Sense of Accomplishment: Overcoming rapids instills a sense of achievement. Successfully navigating the waters is a physically demanding feat that leaves participants with newfound confidence.
● Varied Challenges: Explore rivers offering diverse difficulty levels, catering to both beginners and seasoned rafters. The constant prospect of conquering new challenges ensures each experience is fresh and exciting.
● Thrilling Adventure: The unpredictable nature of the river, combined with the thrill of cascading down rapids, creates an invigorating and adventurous experience.
● Disconnect and Reconnect: Rafting often takes place in remote areas, offering an escape from technology and the chaos of daily life. Immerse yourself fully in the moment, relishing the rush of the experience.
●Unforgettable Memories: Rafting excursions forge lasting memories, from the excitement of navigating challenging rapids to the shared laughter among friends. These moments become treasured and cherished memories.
Looking for the ultimate spring break or summer vacation adventure? Look no further—this all-inclusive escapade from San Francisco to the American River is a thrill-filled package perfect for all ages and tastes.
Book our private custom tour and dive into the exhilaration of one of California's finest whitewater river rafting experiences. An ideal getaway for the adventure seeker, this whitewater rafting day tour from Yosemite Private Tours promises excitement in the Sierra Nevada mountains.
Prepare for an 8 to 10-mile ride on the American River cutting through the Sierra wilderness. Our expert guides guarantee an adventure-packed day, featuring both easygoing stretches and Class III rapids suitable for everyone. Whether a beginner or intermediate paddler, you'll be placed in the perfect team based on your age, weight, and experience.
Choose between our private 4x4 SUV accommodating up to 7 guests or a luxurious van catering to groups of up to 15—including the driver. As this is a completely private tour, costs decrease as the number of participants increases, making it an affordable and thrilling group adventure tailored to your preferences.
Leave the hassle of public group tours behind and save both time and money with this comprehensive package. Just a 2-hour drive from San Francisco lands you in El Dorado National Forest, where the American River adventure begins, promising a unique and thrilling whitewater rafting experience.
Embark on 8 to 10 miles of rafting through the picturesque American River, offering Class III rapids suitable for all skill levels. No prior whitewater experience needed—just a minimum weight of 80lbs or an age of 8 years. Your guide will offer essential tips for an incredible trip along the spectacular American River and Gold Country.
Following a satisfying picnic lunch (included), consider a leisurely walk to James Marshall State Park, where gold was first discovered in 1848 (optional entrance fees not included). Explore the Gold Discovery Museum and Visitor Center, a captivating and educational tour of California's rich history.
For a historical detour, head to Coloma, a National Historic Landmark District, renowned for its gold rush history and ghost town. The Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park offers a glimpse into the past, including a blacksmith shop and the famous Sutter's Mill.
Ask your guide to tour Placerville or venture through El Dorado National Forest on your return. Dive into retail therapy at California's largest outlets before concluding this unforgettable journey. Our exceptional service and custom rafting tour ensure an adventure well worth every penny—guaranteed not to disappoint!
Experience the thrill of the South Fork American River rafting, an adrenaline-pumping adventure on some of California's most exhilarating rivers.
● Adrenaline Rush: Navigate the turbulent waters of the High Sierra Nevada wilderness, conquering rapids that elevate your heart rate and intensify the adventure. The exhilaration of tackling these challenging rapids creates an unmatched rush.
● Teamwork and Camaraderie: Rafting is a team sport, demanding coordination, and communication among participants. Working together to navigate the river fosters a sense of camaraderie, as challenges are faced and conquered as a united team.
● Nature's Beauty: Discover breathtaking settings in the California High Sierra Nevada wilderness, just east of Sacramento. Surround yourself with stunning landscapes, gorges, and wildlife, providing a unique immersion in nature's beauty.
● Sense of Accomplishment: Overcoming rapids instills a sense of achievement. Successfully navigating the waters is a physically demanding feat that leaves participants with newfound confidence.
● Varied Challenges: Explore rivers offering diverse difficulty levels, catering to both beginners and seasoned rafters. The constant prospect of conquering new challenges ensures each experience is fresh and exciting.
● Thrilling Adventure: The unpredictable nature of the river, combined with the thrill of cascading down rapids, creates an invigorating and adventurous experience.
● Disconnect and Reconnect: Rafting often takes place in remote areas, offering an escape from technology and the chaos of daily life. Immerse yourself fully in the moment, relishing the rush of the experience.
● Unforgettable Memories: Rafting excursions forge lasting memories, from the excitement of navigating challenging rapids to the shared laughter among friends. These moments become treasured and cherished memories.
Get ready for a blast with our private 4x4 SUV or luxurious van—whether it's just you or a crew of 15, our 100% private custom tour ensures affordability as the more the merrier!
This guided river rafting tour kicks off in San Francisco, leading you straight to the heart of Gold Country—American River. The journey starts with a relaxing drive over the Bay Bridge and along Highway 80, offering glimpses of Sacramento and the stunning Central Valley. Picture-perfect deltas, rivers, and lakes set against expansive fields create a picturesque backdrop. While we recommend having breakfast at your hotel to save time, a stop in a charming gold country town may also be on the cards.
Only a 2-hour drive from San Francisco lands you amidst the El Dorado National Forest—the gateway to our ultimate escape and the breathtaking American River whitewater rafting adventure. In under 2.5 hours, you'll arrive at the South Fork of the American River nestled in the Sierra Nevada Foothills, where history and thrill intertwine.
Following the course, we wind our way to the South Fork of the American River, the historic site of the 1848 gold discovery. Our guide will enrich your experience with more insights and recommendations about this spectacular adventure.
Get set for an exhilarating 8 to 10-mile rafting journey down the American River, coursing through the Sierra wilderness. Class III rapids promise excitement accessible to beginners and intermediate paddlers alike. Safety instructions are key—your guide ensures a thrilling yet safe adventure.
Post-picnic lunch (included), take a relaxing stroll to James Marshall State Park, where history echoes the first gold discovery (entrance fees extra but worth it). Winery visits or a stop at California's largest shopping outlets could cap off your day, making this private rafting tour a worthwhile, unforgettable experience.
Reservation made easy! Book securely online, pay via credit cards or PayPal, and receive tour vouchers and confirmations instantly. Ensure to provide valid email and cellphone details for smooth communication. Buckle up for an epic adventure!
Experience the thrill of the South Fork American River rafting, an adrenaline-pumping adventure on some of California's most exhilarating rivers.
● Adrenaline Rush: Navigate the turbulent waters of the High Sierra Nevada wilderness, conquering rapids that elevate your heart rate and intensify the adventure. The exhilaration of tackling these challenging rapids creates an unmatched rush.
● Teamwork and Camaraderie: Rafting is a team sport, demanding coordination, and communication among participants. Working together to navigate the river fosters a sense of camaraderie, as challenges are faced and conquered as a united team.
● Nature's Beauty: Discover breathtaking settings in the California High Sierra Nevada wilderness, just east of Sacramento. Surround yourself with stunning landscapes, gorges, and wildlife, providing a unique immersion in nature's beauty.
● Sense of Accomplishment: Overcoming rapids instills a sense of achievement. Successfully navigating the waters is a physically demanding feat that leaves participants with newfound confidence.
● Varied Challenges: Explore rivers offering diverse difficulty levels, catering to both beginners and seasoned rafters. The constant prospect of conquering new challenges ensures each experience is fresh and exciting.
● Thrilling Adventure: The unpredictable nature of the river, combined with the thrill of cascading down rapids, creates an invigorating and adventurous experience.
● Disconnect and Reconnect: Rafting often takes place in remote areas, offering an escape from technology and the chaos of daily life. Immerse yourself fully in the moment, relishing the rush of the experience.
● Unforgettable Memories: Rafting excursions forge lasting memories, from the excitement of navigating challenging rapids to the shared laughter among friends. These moments become treasured and cherished memories.
By Luxury 4x4 SUV : This custom tour by luxury SUV (luxury vehicle) is totally private and the price is per person. We don’t offer semi-private tours.
*****We stand behind our commitment—100% satisfaction guaranteed*****
Enjoy a 100% private custom tour by Luxury 4x4 SUV and an exciting semi-private rafting adventure. This custom tour is totally private, and the price is per person. 100% Fun Guaranteed!
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By Luxury Van: This is a 100% private custom tour by large luxury van (15 seaters deluxe minibus). The price is per party (small group) and not per person.
100% Private guided tour by luxury van (deluxe minibus)
***** We are unconditionally committed to excellence *****
This Rafting custom tour by VAN (minibus) tour is totally private and is not available for public booking. The price is per party and not per person to keep the cost down and fair participants regardless of age
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Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees—100% clarity on all costs, including applicable taxes, meet-and-greet services, and complimentary pick-up/drop-off at your San Francisco, Solano County, or Sacramento location. Enjoy a full 10-hour private tour with an exciting semi-private rafting adventure. The tour features narration by a professional guide-driver, covering highway tolls, rafting tickets, river fees, and complimentary warm wetsuits or booties. Also included are applicable taxes and a private 10-hour roundtrip door-to-door service from 7:30 am to 5:30 pm.
(Note: departure and tour length times may vary based on pickup/drop-off location, given our San Francisco base).
Meals, optional activities or entrance fees to attractions, and gratuity for your personal tour guide (standard at 15% to 20% in the US, based on your satisfaction and generosity).
• Gratuity Explanation: Gratuity is not included, as is customary across the USA. A 20% tip is typical for great service. For instance, if your private tour costs $1000, a 20% gratuity would amount to $200. Tipping $100 (10%) is also acceptable, based on your satisfaction and discretion.
• Private Tours vs. Public Tours: Wonder why small private group tours cost more than large group tours, despite visiting the same places? Public group tours are cost-effective for operators compared to private tours. Both types share similar expenses, yet private tour operators, like ours, focus on quality and dedicate resources solely to small groups, ensuring a personalized, luxury experience. While public tour operators profit more due to volume, our priority is quality over quantity—never sharing tours with other customers and offering exclusive access to sites restricted for larger vehicles and buses.
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These are our Terms and Conditions, including our reservation, refund and cancellation policies.
-91% of the total amount will be refunded if the tour is canceled at least 15 days prior to the scheduled tour (or the date of the tour or service) 9% covers the required transaction fees; that is 4.5% per transaction (booking is one transaction and refunding is a second transaction)
-50% of the total amount will be refunded if the tour is canceled at least 7 business days prior to the scheduled tour or service.
-15% of the total amount will be refunded if the tour is canceled at least 5 business days prior to the scheduled tour (weekends and holidays don’t count).
-0% of the total amount will be refunded if the tour is canceled 4 business days or less prior to the day of the scheduled tour or service. This includes no-shows. (Weekends and holidays don’t count)
-All reservations and tours in the peak season (from March to November), that last more than one day, and includes hotel accommodation, require a 28 days cancellation. All sales are final within the required 38 days cancellation policy for such tours and travel packages, unless otherwise noted on your tour voucher. A partial refund to customers may be possible in particular circumstances or a tour substitution may be offered instead. This has to be approved by our staff over the phone or by email.
-All tours or travel packages that may include flying by airplanes, hot air balloon rides and/or train tours, undertaken from April to October, are final.
-Most of our tours, travel packages, adventures or other travel services booked through our website, will be governed by particular terms and conditions stated on the tour voucher you will receive from after the booking
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Method of Payment and Accepted Credit Cards:: We accept all Master Cards, Visa, Discover, American Express, Debit Cards, Euro cards and "Cartes Bleues". For Tour Operators and Travel Agents, we also accept wire transfers of funds from your account anywhere in the world to our merchant bank account in the USA. Please note that foreign credit cards may be subject to some additional fees due to the currency conversion fees.
When you process your payment on our website, you hereby understand and agree with our terms and conditions including our rates and tour prices posted online. You have the right to decline signing (checking) the "terms and condition electronic box" and cancel your transaction before you submit it on our website. However, if you agree and check this box of our Terms and Conditions, you hereby have read, understood and accepted all our terms and conditions. You may not dispute these charges under any circumstances after you submitted your secure order. We assume no responsibilities for no-shows, incorrect address or pick-up location provided by customers on the reservation form when booking any of our tours.
Our Merchant Receipt and Confirmation: Your debit or credit card is immediately charged when you confirm your purchase on our website. You will first get an automated email as a merchant receipt from our merchant bank confirming your purchase, if your transaction is accepted. However, you will not receive any email or notice from us or from our merchant bank if your transaction is declined. In other words, you will need to submit a new reservation with a different credit card, ensure that your billing address and zip code do match with your credit card and bank records.
-A second email will be sent to you from our office once your payment is processed and accepted with a tour voucher confirming your tour and pick-up time. Please print out this tour voucher, sign it and hand it over to your tour guide. Also, please kindly ensure you re-enter the date of the tour and pick-up location under section "Step 3-Submit Reservation" located at the bottom of our reservation page. It's important that you provide a valid email address and a cell phone number, so we contact you and send you the required tour voucher and confirmation.
-Please note that the "thank you page' that will be displayed after you submit your order is not a tour confirmation but simply a thank you note for submitting that order. If your transaction is approved, you will receive the required email-receipt and tour voucher as described above. Otherwise you will not hear from us as we do not get any information in this regard when transactions are declined.
-All reservations that have not been completed, or have not been pre-authorized due to credit card issues, are considered incomplete and therefore canceled. No changes to your reservation are allowed within 10 days prior to a one-day tour. No changes are permitted on any tour that lasts more than one day. No refund will be issued for no-shows or wrong pick-up location provided by customers on our website when booking a tour. If you are having difficulties booking tours online and you have a question, please Contact us.
- All refunds and/or voided transactions paid on our website by credit or debit cards may take up to two weeks to be refunded (or returned) to your account. We have no control over these banking procedures as transactions transit between merchants, banks and customers for approval and verification.
Declined Credit Cards and Returned Transactions: Please note that when your transactions are declined, you will not receive any email or notice from us nor from our merchant bank. In other words, you will need to submit a new reservation with a different credit card, ensure that your billing address and zip code do match with your credit card and bank records.
-Please note that the "thank you page" that will be displayed after you submit your order on our website is not a tour confirmation but simply a thank you note for submitting that order even when transactions are declined. If your transaction is approved, you will receive the required email-receipt and a tour voucher as described above.
Tour Confirmation and Pick-up Time: Our staff will send you either an email confirmation or a tour voucher prior to your trip. Please feel free to print out this tour voucher sign it and hand it over to your tour guide-driver (optional). Our email or tour voucher is a solid confirmation of your Yosemite Private Tour and is valid only for the scheduled time and date of the required tour or service. Our tour vouchers may not be redeemed outside of those dates and or scheduled time of your tour(s). The voucher is not redeemable for cash, has no monetary value and is not transferable to other individuals whose names are not listed on the tour voucher. However, gift certificates are available and can be arranged.
Please note that our tour vouchers may not be required for some of our tours and that our email confirmation substitutes this tour voucher and constitute a solid confirmation of your tour. Also, our tour vouchers are often governed by particular terms and conditions related to that specific tour, service or particular adventure.
Reservations and Tours Availability: All Tours are subject to availability. We do reserve the right to fully refund your transaction if the required tour, service or travel package is not available. We highly recommend booking your tours several weeks or even months ahead of time particularly during the peak season (April to October and holidays). We can't guarantee your tour even when your card transaction is approved. All tours and travel services are subject to availability. We will do our very best to assist you with your reservation and tours. However, if the required date or tours are not available, we will process a full refund back to your credit card.
To accommodate your exact dates of travel, we partner with sister companies who assist us when we are sold out. These include, but are not limited to, Alcatraz Tours Inc. and Golden Horizon Travel LLC.
Customers are no longer required to reconfirm their trip(s) prior to the tour once it has been confirmed.
Our tour voucher and/or our email constitute a solid confirmation of your tour. Please refer to the email or tour voucher you have received from us confirming your pickup time and the date of your tour. Our tour guide-driver will meet you in the lobby of your hotel or outside of your home or hotel holding a sign showing your name. Drivers will also display their business badge or name tags.
If you have received the above email confirmation, there will be no need to reconfirm your tour. You are all set to go and enjoy your tour. However, if you did not get your tour confirmation or receipt, you may contact us via Chat or call our office at 209-888-1141
Why didn't I get this email confirmation? Unfortunately, when transactions are declined, customers do not get a merchant receipt nor a tour voucher from our office. The reservation database system does not generate any email or any information when the transaction is not approved. In other words, you will need to resubmit a new reservation with a different credit card and please ensure this time that your billing address and zip code do match with your credit card and bank records.
Please note that the "Thank You Page' displayed after you submit your order is not a tour confirmation but simply a thank you note for submitting that order, even if the transaction is declined. However, if your transaction is approved, you will indeed receive the required email as an automated "merchant receipt" and then the required tour voucher as described above. However, no confirmation or information will be available when transactions are not approved.
Our business as a tour operator, subcontractor or represented by a contractor, independent tour guide-drivers or by subcontractors, assume no responsibility or liability for the following:
• Any injuries or illness suffered by customers, or any loss or damage of personal property or accidents.
• Our inability to perform the required tours or services due to vehicles' breakdowns, or vandalism.
• We are not responsible for any delays, inconvenience, itinerary changes, or cancellations due to force majeure or any other circumstances beyond our control, including but not limited to weather conditions, traffic, road work, hazards, park, attraction, wineries or monument's closure.
• We reserve the right to cancel, change our substitute drivers, vehicles, tours, itineraries, routes, rates and or tours without prior notice. We also reserve the right to change or cancel scheduled visits to any monument, attraction, park, wineries, and or any other site of interest due to lack of time, traffic and or weather considerations or any other circumstances beyond our control.
• Most of our trips require a minimum number of participants in order to conduct the required tour or service. We reserve the right to refer you to one of our sister companies, partners, subcontractors, or simply cancel the tour and refund your deposit if we do not meet the minimum number of participants for the required tour.
• We reserve the right to remove any passenger who may cause disturbance, or who represents a threat to the smooth and safe operation of any tour, or the safety and enjoyment of other persons or drivers.
• Every passenger must respect the time constraints determined by the driver or the tour guides when stopping for photos, breaks, hiking, walking, or visiting any monument, winery, park or any site of interest. We are not responsible for delays caused by a customer or individual who may affect in any way the amount of time scheduled for the tour or itinerary.
• Meals, driver's gratuity, entrance fees, wine tasting fees, or other expenses of a personal nature are not included in the tour price posted on our website unless otherwise noted on your tour voucher.
• Some tours or adventures may include physical activities such as hiking, walking, entering and exiting vehicles, and other activities involving risks like elevation changes and carsickness, you undertake these tours, hikes or adventures at your own risk. We assume no liability or responsibility for injuries, accident or health issues that may impact you or occur prior to the tour, in the course of the trip or after the service. All clients are responsible for evaluating and assuming the risks they sign up for and undertake during the tour while walking, hiking, tasting wine, riding horses, boats, ships, planes, helicopters and or riding hot air balloons. Please inform us if you have any health issues before making your reservation.
• Any change or modification to the arrival and/or departure time and date of the tour made by the client is subject to review and approval by us, and its partners, subcontractors or sister companies. This may involve additional fees and/or new reservations.
• To accommodate your dates of travel, we partner with sister companies who assist when we are sold out. These include, but are not limited to, Alcatraz Tours Inc. and Golden Horizon Travel LLC.
WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND ASSUMPTION OF RISK
All Participants including legal Representatives of other(their) kids, spouses, relatives, Passengers and all occupants of a hot air balloon , a helicopter, a plane, horseback or rafting activities hereby and forever release, waive, and discharge our business and all our partners subcontractors, independent contractors, drivers and or pilots including their assistants or volunteers from all liability, responsibility, loss, and or any claims for damages or injury resulting in death, whether caused by the active or passive negligence of our staff, contractors hot air balloon pilot and or any other business partners including tours and services providers.
We are not responsible or liable for any injury or damage while participating in any of our horseback riding, whitewater rafting tours, hiking, walking, helicopter and or air tours, including but not limited to, hot air balloon flights, launching, landing, setup or takedown, and transportation to or from any said activity and/or location.
All Participants including children’s legal representatives acknowledge and understand hereby that hot air ballooning, air tours or air transportation and river rafting are all hazardous activities involving risks including, but not limited to: the risk of injury or death, loss or damage to personal property and therefore you (they) or all participants undertake these tours or activities at their own risks. This written or electronic release extends to all claims of every and any nature and kind whatsoever, known and unknown arising out of our hot air balloon flights, air tours, horseback rides, hiking, or whitewater river rafting. All Participants agree to indemnity, defend and hold harmless our business and our business partners or and contractors from any and all actions, causes of actions, claims, judgments, loss, liability, damage or cost (including attorney's fees) that may incur due to Participant's involvement in this activity (rafting, air tours, horseback tour and hot air balloon riding) This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California.
All Participants including parents who represent their kids or relatives, certify that they have no medical or mental condition that prevents them from participating in any part of this activity (rafting, air tours, horseback tour and or hot air balloon riding). We have carefully read this Release of Liability and Assumption of Risk and this Indemnity Agreement and we fully understand all the above terms and conditions.
Warning: Air tours and Hot air ballooning can be hazardous for persons riding in the balloon and hard landings may result in injuries to occupants of the balloon. I (we), the undersigned (on a hard copy or electronically), have read all the above information and terms about the sport of river rafting, horseback riding, air tours, helicopter tours and above all the hot air ballooning rides and do Recognize there is a high risk of injury or even death in making and participating in these activities including a hot air balloon flight and or all other above activities. I (we) assume full responsibility for my (our) own safety and this of my (our) family, relatives, friends and all participants in my (our) party, and our team including tour guides and or subcontractors including the pilot / owner of the balloon, harmless in the event I am (we are) injured or any accident that may occur as a result of making a balloon flight and or landing or any other air tours or travel. I have fully read and understand this document and or web page. I acknowledge that I have been briefed by the pilot and or tour guides and by our staff. I also acknowledge and I have read and understood this document or web page of terms and conditions, regarding the information contained herein and the safety concerns of this flight, and all the above activities and the risk it may involve.
By checking the box "Terms and Conditions" on this our reservation page, I/we, hereby have read, understood, and accept all terms and conditions and therefore agree and sign this agreement representing all participants in my ( our) party (relatives, kids, spouse, friends and or colleagues).
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>Our business and its affiliated websites or contractors reserve the right to change any of these terms and conditions under which this website is offered. We reserve the right to change our web contents, update our terms and privacy policy anytime and at our discretion without a prior notice.
Foreign Languages: Tours are conducted in English unless otherwise indicated on your tour voucher. Other foreign languages are subject to additional fees. We are unable to guarantee any tour in any foreign language in advance. All our tours are conducted in English unless otherwise indicated on tour voucher which we will send you after we receive your reservation.
Also, foreign languages are subject to additional fees unless otherwise indicated on your tour voucher.
All tours are subject to availability even when transactions are approved. We reserve the right to fully refund your transaction if the tour, service or travel package you reserved, is not available.
Only customer(s) or credit cards’ holders are allowed to follow up regarding all booking.
All cancellations and confirmation must be addressed by email. Our live chat and call center handle only reservations. For all other information or inquires please send us an email.
As per Yosemite National Park regulations, we are not allowed to pick up customers inside Yosemite National Park.
All reservations require advanced booking. We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone.
Miscellaneous:
-Meals and tour guide drivers' gratuities are not included in our prices unless otherwise indicated on your tour voucher.
-Tour prices do not include meals, wine tasting, accommodation, winery tours, park and monuments entrance fees unless otherwise indicated on your tour voucher and or email.
All our vehicles and offices are non-smoking according to state and federal laws.
-We reserve the right to hire independent tour guide-drivers, subcontractor and or contractors to carry our tours, shuttle services or travel packages.
-In the event we are unable to carry out a tour due to weather and or road conditions and considerations, we will attempt to get to the required location or destination using alternative routes, but we are neither liable nor responsible for these unforeseen conditions beyond our control. No refund will be issued in this case.
-All photos or videos taken by our staff of customers or passengers in the course of any of our tours, trips or a transfer from point A to B may be used on our website. Customers hereby agree to the use of these photos and/or videos on our websites and that he/she will not dispute that under any circumstances.
-No refund for unused part of the tour(s) will be issued and no refund for no-show either
-All refunds or and voided transactions paid on our website by credit or debit cards may take up to two weeks before you get these funds (refund) back to your account. We have no control over these banking procedures as transactions transit between merchants, banks and customers' accounts for approval and verification.
-Our hot air balloon rides are not and cannot be guaranteed to depart and end in Napa Valley. We reserve the right to fly anywhere within 80 miles radius round Napa Valley to ensure your safety when weather conditions do not permit to fly from Napa or Sonoma.
We reserve the right to refuse service to any person or business who refuse to comply with our safety instructions, our tour itinerary, or to anyone who becomes undesirable or may pose a threat to our customers and or to tour guide-drivers. Screaming or insulting tour guide-drivers will not be acceptable under any circumstances and will terminate and cancel your tour without any refund. Discrimination against a customer or a tour guide-driver, for any reason, will not be acceptable either.
Some tours may include walking, hiking, sailing, riding vehicles, horses or balloons like San Francisco tour, Sausalito, Monterey, Carmel, Muir Woods, Napa Valley hot air balloons or to any other site or park. We cannot guarantee that our tour guide-driver will escort you and hike with you as this will depend on parking availabilities and other factors.
We may share your contact information and or other credit card and billing information with a third party when helping you or booking other tours, services and/or accommodation for you. Some of our tours including, but not limited to helicopter, hot air balloons and horseback rides, require from customers to provide their extract weight to ensure their own safety.
Some tours like state and national park such Muir Woods, Yosemite, Hearst Castle and Alcatraz Island include walking and hiking. Customers hike and walk at their own risk.
Our business as a tour operator, subcontractor or represented by a contractor or subcontractor does not assume any responsibility or liability for any accident or injury that may occur in the course of any of our trips, tours or rides conducted by us or by any of our affiliated partners, contractors, providers or subcontractors.
We assume no liability or responsibility for missing information or incomplete orders. Our products and services are very clear, and delivered as described on our website, and therefore we assume no responsibility for charge disputes, or any chargeback fees that may occur. No refund will be issued for any client mistakes or misunderstandings of our online tours and policies. We also reserve the right to change our refund policy without prior notice.
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10 Stars! Fun, informative, flexible, indulgent, patient, & very professional guides in a warm & engaging manner.
Yarmila Kova,Prague Czech Republic
Our Bucket List overflowed, a wonderful day in an amazing park with the perfect tour guide!
Katheryn Kennedy, London
Breathtaking adventure in Yosemite Wonderland, found on TripAdvisor & we were not disappointed!
The Jamesons Cydney, Australia
A wonderful day in Yosemite National Park wilderness, totally exceeded expectations! The best experience ever!
Erin Newcastle, UK
Treated like a King & Queen! Breathtaking, OUTSTANDING and A MUST See!! Without any hesitation, 5 stars!
Loreena’s family, Madrid, Spain
They are consummate professionals who really care about their customers' wellbeing and experience - a must do!
Rob & Martha, Baton Rouge
Impressive! Their Ability to organize, understand, customize, entertain, and educate are unforgettable experiences!
Natasha C Calgary, Canada
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience and a Must Do! Don’t think twice. Trust them and you will not be disappointed!
Bill & Kristin Cleveland, OH
Magical & Majestic - believe every good thing you read about this tour company; you will not be disappointed!
Mike and Jane Nashville
We waited 2 weeks to review to be sure we weren't still dreaming. So great was our time with this tour company. The tour started with a full day in San Francisco with Mary, our first driver and tour guide who is a native of the city. So, we really experienced S.F firsthand. Then our trip continued with Adam for 3 days to Monterey and Carmel, including somehow a front-row seat next to the 18th green during a PGA event a Pebble Beach without passes! He taught us how to be great actors! A dream picture op for this golf fan. Then Leo, our next guide, took us to the coast beyond Big Sur, including a tour of Hearst Castle. The trip ended with 3 plus days in Yosemite and across the Sierras wilderness. Yosemite National Park is truly magical - the longer you stay, the more you fall in love with it! This park is massive with breathtaking sceneries everywhere you look (giants sequoia, bears in the meadows, waterfall, alpine lakes and a lot of snow in the high country).
Our guides couldn't have been more knowledgeable or considerate, especially getting us to every place we gave them on a considerable agenda before we even met them on day one. We saw and did far more than we expected, and they went well beyond the scheduled hours every day. If this reads over-the-top, it's because our experience was way over-the-top. They certainly exceeded our expectations, just as they said they would, and we are so glad we traveled with Yosemite Private Tours.
Richard and Karen Wild
Logansport, IN
We enjoyed every moment of our Yosemite and Mammoth Lakes travel package with this tour company. We have been to Yosemite before, but this time, we were more excited about our trip to Mammoth Lakes and Eastern Sierra. Our guide, Adam, took us on an unforgettable drive to Mammoth Lakes, Mono Lake, Bodie ghost town, Lone Pine, and other off-the-beaten-path places we have never even heard of. He also took us hiking to places like Devils Postpile National Monument and Rainbow Falls, with acres of stunning mountain scenery. We loved all the attention to detail and the efforts he made to accommodate our family’s changing plans. We were pleasantly surprised by the complimentary upgrade to the Westin Monache Resort in Mammoth Lakes. This is a very elegant resort and in the best location in Mammoth Lakes. It reminded us of our vacation to Switzerland with similar awesome landscapes. Book with Yosemite Private Tours. They are trustworthy, and you’ll be in good hands
A.utchel@ Austin, Texas
Our Yosemite experience was amazing! Within a few minutes of meeting our guide, Leo, we knew we were in for a fantastic adventure. On our way from our San Francisco hotel to Yosemite, Leo knew where to stop at historical points, where to stop to pick up the best sandwiches, and readily answered our many questions. When we arrived at Yosemite, we knew Leo was in his element. He is very knowledgeable and shared interesting facts with us such as the history of Yosemite, the damage caused by fires and insects, as well as ongoing recovery and protection efforts. He knew the perfect places to stop for photos and hikes to see all the most beautiful venues. Leo even assisted us with our luggage. Without a doubt, Leo gets Five stars for making our 2 days in Yosemite a lifetime memory.
Kathy C. Christchurch. New Zealand
We chose Yosemite Private Tours off the internet and it turned out to be a truly a golden choice. We are from NY, so Yosemite was a big investment that turned out to have many dividends. Our guide, Leo, was an outstanding young man who had excellent knowledge and experience in leading groups and couples. He had terrific ability to adapt the tour according to our particular needs. Leo picked us up promptly at our hotel in Oakland and after the tour dropped us off at our hotel in San Francisco. Driving the 4 hours to and from and spending the 5 days with Leo was like spending the experience with our adult son. He made the trip truly special and went out of his way to accommodate our every need. Leo knew the history of the park--and the surrounding area--as well as the many features of the park offering options for us to choose. He also knew the best places to eat. Walking shoes are a must and if you are more adventurous call Yosemite Private Tours for more specific needs. They are most gracious and helpful.
Joe/jsmaurer. New York City, New York
My family and I booked a 3-day Yosemite Tour through Yosemite Private Tours. We couldn’t have had a better experience. A lot of our positive experiences were thanks to our guide, Leo. He is extremely knowledgeable about the Yosemite National Park area, and he took the time to understand what activities were important to us and what was not. We highly recommended both Yosemite Private Tours and Leo!
Tony W Dublin, Ireland,
We had the most amazing time. He was very courteous. He was also very knowledgeable and continually spoke about points of interest on our travel to and from Yosemite, as well as a very comprehensive guiding tour while in the Park itself. We felt very taken care of as he made sure all our needs were met. He was incredible when it came to taking pictures. We found this extra special. He brought us to majestic areas and continually asked for our cameras (we had 3) so we would have family pictures and memories for a lifetime. I asked if there was a waterfall we could view; Tom went out of his way to find me one. We found him to be a lovely, warm gentleman that enjoyed what he did and most of all made sure he created a beautiful day. We still are talking about it. We have traveled many places and have had many tour guides. Tom is a gem and we were very lucky!! He made our trip to Yosemite truly amazing!! All that are lucky enough to book your tour and have Tom as their guide will be guaranteed a fabulous trip!!
Thank you. Randi Kamen and family . Cincinnati, Ohio
While visiting relatives in Silicon Valley, we decided to go on a trip to Lake Tahoe and Yosemite park. After reading through TripAdvisor’s reviews, we picked up this Yosemite Private Tour company, and it lived up to its reputation. Our tour guide was Adam, he is so much fun - very interesting, accommodating, and very knowledgeable. He knows the name of every single tree and rock we saw along the way between Yosemite and Lake Tahoe. He kept us well entertained and showed us more attractions and places than we expected to see in both Yosemite and Sierra mountains. He simply exceeded our expectations. This tour package cost us a bit more than we anticipated, but it was worth every penny we spent. What an amazing trip around Lake Tahoe after a 3-day custom adventure to Yosemite national park - a wonderful destination and highly recommended.
JKumar, Bengaluru, India
My sons and I planned a Mother/Sons get away to San Francisco to spend some quality time together. Preferring convenient and hassle-free experiences, we explored our options of private tour companies. Lucky for us, we selected this tour company. We booked three of their private custom tours: Alcatraz and San Francisco, Silicon Valley and Yosemite National Park. Both Mary and Jon are 5/5-star guides, and you will not go wrong with either of them!
Voyager79756 Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
I loved having my own driver. We used them for 2 days with different amounts of time and boy am I glad we did. Driving in Yosemite mountains is not something I am familiar with, but our guide was! Knowledgeable, courteous, and on time. Loved not having to drive, park, or know where go and where things are. Coming 'round the mountain sure sounds like fun, but the fact is that traveling steep slopes on narrow mountain roads can be challenging at best. Mountain driving is very different from driving in flat land. In addition to changing weather, be prepared for very steep hills, windy roads, wildlife... am I so glad we had a professional driver like Adam.
AmytheFranz. Plantation, Florida
We just finished a wonderful tour of Yosemite National Park with Leo. First, our guide Leo was wonderful - patient, friendly, professional, amazing hiker guide and very helpful. Use whatever adjective you want - he made the trip so enjoyable and doable for my wife and myself, since we are getting on in years. I am 80 and my wife 77. As a result, we certainly could not do the activities we once could. That said, Leo and Yosemite Private Tours were able to structure our daily activities, so we saw Yosemite National Park in an in-depth yet relaxed way. We could not have made the tour without Leo and we truly appreciate the three days spent visiting the Park.
The hachadourians’, Westchester, New York
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