Enjoy Sequoia National Park while somebody else does the driving.
Take a bus tour and let the expert guide show and tell you things about
the park that you might otherwise miss out on. The plush,
air-conditioned van will pick you up at your hotel in Three Rivers, and
take you on an unforgettable tour of beautiful Sequoia National Park.
At the conclusion of a full day of exciting activities and spectacular
sights, the tour van will return you directly to your hotel.
Full Day Bus Tour:
Your
Sequoia National Park Tour begins with courtesy pick-up service at your
motel or resort in Three Rivers. You'll be whisked away on your
picturesque journey in our comfortable air conditioned van to the
Generals Highway as it winds its way along the beautiful Kaweah River.
- Our first
stop is along the river at Hospital
Rock, where we will visit
an ancient Indian Village and see the
pictographs and
bedrock mortars that were
left behind.
- From there,
the highway climbs over 3,000 feet to
Giant Forest. Along the
way, we'll stop at Amphitheater
Point to enjoy views of
Moro Rock and points beyond.
- After we
enter Giant Forest, home of giant
redwood trees and giant sequoias - , we will make our way
to Moro Rock, where a
short walk offers a stunning view of the
peaks of the Great Western Divide.
- Next, we're
off to take a short stroll along
Crescent Meadow, stopping in for a visit at the new
Giant Forest Museum with
its panoramic displays depicting the history of the Giant Sequoias.
- Then, its
time for lunch. There is
no better place than the Wuksachi Lodge! The dining room, situated
so you can sit and enjoy the view of the
breathtaking scenery,
including the forest and mountains, through the large picture window
while you enjoy the delicious, moderately priced meals.
- The tour
resumes with a visit to General
Sherman. Towering at 274.9' (83.8 meters tall) and 102.6'
(31.3 meters) in circumference at its base, and with 52,500 cubic
feet (1,486.6 cubic meters) of the wood, the General Sherman Tree
earns the title of the "World's
Largest Living Thing".
- Our next
stop is at the Lodgepole Visitors
Center and market.
At the
conclusion of the sequoia and redwoods tour you are returned to the Town
of Three Rivers, where you are returned to the comfort of your motel or
resort.
The tour starts at 8:00am from Three Rivers and returns at approximately
4.30pm.
Cost:
- Adults $88.00*
- Seniors(65+) $83.00*
- Children (12-) $52.00*
*Price includes park entrance fees, ground transportation, interpretive
naturalist guide, and all activities listed below. Price excludes lunch,
items of strictly a personal nature, and guide gratuities as deemed
appropriate. Park entrance fee is included in the cost of the tour.
Deposit & Cancellation Policies:
The full price of the bus tour must be paid in advance at the time of
making a reservation, and the cancellation policy is at least 7 days
prior to the scheduled date of the bus tour.
Half Day Tour (Begins at
Wuksachi Lodge):
The half day Wuksachi Lodge tour leaves
the lobby of Wuksachi Lodge at 10:00 a.m. and takes you on an exciting
tour that includes Moro Rock, Round Meadow, Tunnel Log and the General
Sherman Tree. The half day tour is the perfect choice for guests that
will be staying at the Wuksachi Lodge. If you are planning to stay
in Three Rivers, we strongly recommend booking the full day tour.
Cost:
- Adults $65.00
- Seniors $55.00
- Children (12 and under) $39.00
Deposit & Cancellation Policies:
The full price of the bus tour must be paid in advance at the time of
making a reservation, and the cancellation policy is at least 7 days
prior to the scheduled date of the bus tour. |