Yosemite and Sequoia: John Muir's California
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- Discover the story of John Muir and America's national parks exploring Muir Woods
- Sequoia and Yosemite national parks
- plus three nights in San Francisco - Crafted by Tauck and Ken Burns
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- Filmed vignettes by filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan that tell the stories of the history and ideals of the people behind the creation and preservation of the national parks Explore the incredible landscapes of Muir Woods, Sequoia and Yosemite national parks, from the famed Giant Sequoias and redwoods to mountains, lush forests, amazing waterfalls... Visit the Presidio, a former army base that was the home of the Buffalo Soldiers, African-American cavalrymen who played a key role in the history of the national parks Discover the night sky over Sequoia National Park as a naturalist guides you through the spectacular constellations that are visible in the absence of "light pollution" Small Group Departures, averaging 24 Tauck guests, are available on select departures; specially priced from $5190 per person double plus on-tour air, specific dates apply - ask at booking for details Special Solo Traveler Savings - on select departures save $200 on the single room price - ask at booking for details Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as detailed 17 meals (7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners); airport transfers as noted; service charges, gratuities to local guides, admission fees, taxes and porterage
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Tour begins: 5:30 PM, The Westin St. Francis. A transfer is included from San Francisco International Airport to The Westin St. Francis, the elegant "Grand Dame" of Union Square. Join us for a welcome cocktail reception and dinner.
MEALS : D
LODGING : The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square
PORTOFCALL : San Francisco, California
Leave your hotel for a visit to the Presidio, a former Army base, now a national park; the preserved setting is rich with history - it was once home to the African-American cavalry troops known as the "Buffalo Soldiers." From here, it's a short drive over the Golden G...
Before there was a National Park Service, the job of policing and protecting the national parks belonged to the U.S. Army. At Sequoia and Yosemite, the parks' guardians were the Buffalo Soldiers, who rode out every spring from the Presidio, crossing 300 miles on horse...
Begin the day with privately guided walks among ancient Giant Sequoias (including the world's largest living tree, over 2,500 years old) and a walk through Round Meadow. Travels inside Sequoia National Park are via small passenger vehicle, accompanied by a guide. Enjo...
Depart Wuksachi Lodge this morning and head over to Fresno and the south entrance to Yosemite National Park. Your Yosemite tour begins with a film by Ken Burns describing Muir's passion for the Yosemite Valley, and his activism to preserve it for future generations. L...
Discover Yosemite's power to move your spirit on a privately guided morning tour in a special open-air vehicle. Later, enjoy the park at your own pace. Optional activities at Yosemite (some at additional cost) include bicycling and guided trail walks.
MEALS : B
LODGING : Majestic Yosemite Hotel (formerly The Ahwahnee®)
PORTOFCALL : Yosemite National Park, California
Depart Yosemite this morning, first visiting the Mariposa Museum, then heading out for San Francisco across the Central Valley, with a stop for lunch. Filmed narratives by Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan weave together the past seven days of history and nature, with insig...
Tour ends: San Francisco. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from The Fairmont San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport. Allow 2 hours for check-in.
MEALS : B
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