Woman in hat enjoying the view of Glacier Point in Yosemite

On this tour you will travel along the Merced River Canyon on Hwy 140 into Yosemite Valley and up to Glacier Point. You will enjoy gorgeous views of the Merced River, Half Dome, El Capitan, Yosemite Falls, Bridalveil Fall, Tunnel View, Vernal and Nevada Falls and many other sights‡. You will make a stop at Tunnel View and look down into Yosemite Valley from Glacier Point. You will have the opportunity to do some short walks at the different areas your guide takes you. You will get a fully narrated tour and hear about the history of Yosemite as well as about the plant and animal life. This tour includes a picnic lunch that you will enjoy at a scenic area.

Summer Schedule for Hwy 140 Tour

Mariposa

Pickup 6:35am-6:45am
Return 4:25pm-4:35pm

Midpines

Pickup 6:55am-7:00am
Return 4:10pm-4:15pm

El Portal

Pickup 7:30am-7:45am
Return 3:30pm-3:45pm

Summer Season 2025

June 1 through October 31, 2025

Adults (16+) $200
Seniors (62+) $190
Children (3-15)* $100

*Children under 3 are free when held on laps. (Lunches are provided for each paying guest)

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Hotel Pickup Locations

Mariposa Hotels – Mariposa, Midpines, El Portal – Highway 140

Tour Details

  • Fares include hotel pickup/drop off, park fees, lunch and water.
  • Gratuity is not included.
  • Please be ready ten minutes prior to your scheduled pick up time.
  • Return times are approximate.
  • If you are not staying any of our Hotel Pickup Locations, choose Mariposa Park and Ride, 4974 Joe Howard Street, Mariposa, CA 95338, which offers free all-day parking.
  • We do not pick up in the San Francisco/Bay area

‡Some waterfalls are seasonal . This itinerary is subject to change due to conditions beyond our control.

Lunch Choices

Picnic Lunch choices included on Full Day Tours:

  • Turkey and provolone on wheat bread
  • Roast beef and cheddar on sourdough bread
  • Ham and Swiss on white bread
  • Veggie with avocado, lettuce, tomato, cucumber, wax peppers on wheat bread
  • American cheese on white bread
  • Peanut butter & Jelly on white bread

Water will be available throughout the day.

Condiments come on the side.

Menu items subject to change without notice​​