Sequoia Sighteeing Tours - featuring the "World's Largest Living Thing"

Sequoia Sightseeing Tour

Witness the grandeur of General Sherman, the biggest tree on earth!

Explore Giant Forest, the premiere grove of Giant Sequoias and visit an enchanted meadow

Climb Moro Rock and see commanding views of the Great Western Divide

Experience the beauty of the Sierra Nevada Foothills

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 mountainns, 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 Vistors 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.

SEQUOIA SIGHTSEEING TOURS is locally owned and operated by Paul and Becky Bischoff, who have lived and worked in Sequoia National Park California for many years. "We have a deep love and appreciation of what the park has to offer and a sincere desire to share its majesty with everyone."

Location:	THREE RIVERS, CA
Schedule:	Daily: 9:00 AM

            

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.

Additional per person charge for out-of-area pickup

* Visalia: $30.00 (2 person minimum)
* Lemon Cove: $10.00
* Fresno : $65 per person (2 person minimum)

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How long is the tour?
9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

2. How often do we stop?
We typically stop every 1/2 hour. There are restroom facilities at each stop.

3. Is there an opportunity to hike?
Yes, at each stop. People who are less active are welcome to stay with the bus.

4. What about lunch?
Lunch is at Wuksachi Lodge. Customers are on their own for an hour.

5. What if we are not staying in Three Rivers?
Customers can meet us at the Holiday Inn Express at 9:00 AM. Wuksachi Lodge guests meet us at the Giant Forest Museum at 10:30 AM.

            

Sequoia Deluxe Tour - Sequoia Sightseeing
Daily: 9:00 AM

            

Departure Dates:

Daily

Departure Times:

The tour starts at 9.00am from Three Rivers and returns at approximately 4.30pm.

Departure Point:

Your Sequoia National Park Tour begins with courtesy pick-up service at your motel or resort in Three Rivers.

Map of the southern Sierra Nevada including road systems connecting Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks with Yosemite National Park, Devils Postpile National Monument and Manzanar National Historic Site. MAP 102kb PDF file

Return Details:

Tour concludes at the original departure point.

Payment:

Your credit card will be charged the total amount of products and services selected at time of booking. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover Card.

Confirmation & Travel Voucher

For every confirmed booking you will receive an e-mail with a link to your E-Ticket Voucher. Print vouchers on your home/ office printer. Please present this E-Ticket voucher at the Box Office. Only one voucher will be created per tour or activity for all travelers.

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This tour must be booked at least 24 hours in advance of your travel date. Your confirmation for this product will be received within 12- 24 hours subject to availability.

Cancellation and No Show Policy

Cancellations within 24 hours of the tour are charged in full. Cancellations prior to 24 hours are charged a minimum $10.00 per person administration fee. We charge for NO SHOWS. No Shows on tour dates are charged 100%. Some specific tours and activities have a higher cancellation fee due to the limited space available.

Recommended for all outdoor tours: Comfortable walking shoes, extra layer of warm clothing, hats, visors and sunglasses.

Weather: Tour route or activity may be changed depending on local weather conditions.

Meals, Gratuities and Souvenirs are not included.

Sequoia Sightseeing and TourCorp Inc. assume no responsibility for delays caused by accidents, breakdown, bad conditions of roads, trails, bays, ocean, harbors, and any other conditions beyond control, in addition to insufficient numbers of passengers. Not responsible for loss or damage to property.

On some tours and activities the size of the vehicle depends on the number of passengers booked for that particular day. Tour companies reserve the right to change the size of the vehicle.

All company policies can be found at http://www.tourcorp.com and are part of this tour or activity purchase.