Frequently asked questions about Hiking Yosemite Valley
Which option do travelers like most?
The favorite is “Yosemite Valley: Private Hiking Tour & Waterfall Trails”, rated 4.82★ from 100 reviews. 92% rated it 5 stars.
What time do they start?
The first departure is at 07:00 and the last at 09:30. Before 09:00, for example: “Yosemite Valley: Private Hiking Tour & Waterfall Trails” (07:00) and “Yosemite Valley Family Hike: Beginner to Moderate Trail” (07:00).
Which days do they run?
7 of 9 run every day. Not every day: “Snowshoe Hike Yosemite Valley: Winter Trails with Guide” (Tuesday). Out of season: “Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point tour: Adaptive Half Dome access”, with departures again from June 1, 2027.
How long do they last?
Most last 5h–7h.
Which places do they visit?
The places that come up most: El Capitan (in 2 options), Vernal Fall (2) and Yosemite Falls (2).
Which ones include hotel pickup?
2 of 9 include hotel pickup: “Yosemite Valley Walking Tour: Waterfalls & Half Dome Views” and “Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point tour: Adaptive Half Dome access”.
Can I bring children?
In 5 of 9 the minimum age is 5 or younger. No minimum age: 3 of 9.
Are they wheelchair accessible?
2 of 9 are listed as wheelchair accessible: “Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point tour: Adaptive Half Dome access” and “Yosemite Valley Winter Hiking Tour: Private, Customizable”. 1 of 9 do not require a good level of fitness.
Can I book at the last minute?
2 of 9 can be booked until 24 hours before the start, with instant confirmation.
Hiking Yosemite Valley 9 options
All 9 options, side by side
✓ 2026-10-17Hiking Yosemite Valley at a glance
- Our pick: Yosemite Valley: Private Hiking Tour & Waterfall Trails, US$ 333 (4h–6h, 4.82★ · 100).
- Best value: Yosemite Valley Walking Tour: Waterfalls & Half Dome Views, US$ 180 (7h, 4.75★ · 79).
- Top rated: Yosemite Valley Private Hiking Tour: Customizable Full-Day Trek, US$ 360 (8h, 4.97★ · 86).
Real price per person across the 9 options: US$ 180–US$ 360 (median US$ 333). With an extra fee to pay on site: 4 of 9. With 100+ reviews: 1 of 9.
Of the 9 options: 8 with free cancellation, 5 with instant confirmation, 2 with hotel pickup, 5 kid-friendly, 3 private and 2 last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.