"Yosemite Valley, to me, is always a sunrise, a glitter of green and golden wonder."
- Ansel Adams

Californian-born photographer, Ansel Adams used Yosemite National Park as his muse. Turning its monumental landscape into a National icon, Ansel Adams was drawn to the area for its rustic beauty and ever changing and mesmerizing vantage points. You will be surrounded by the great outdoors at “Camp Curry” where the canvas tent cabins offer a unique lodging experience.
Learn about the wonders of this Park through touring Yosemite Valley which offers a concentration of the most famous sightseeing highlights and is the hub of the Park's educational, recreational, shopping, and dining choices as well. Ranger walks and Kid’s Story Telling programs are also very compelling and entertaining ways of discovering this natural habitat. A rental car is included in this itinerary for ease of travel.

Please speak with your Travel Consultant to extend your stay in Yosemite or to interconnect this park with other iconic valleys such as Death Valley, Bryce & Zion Canyons and the Grand Canyon.

Yosemite National Park, one of the first wilderness parks in the United States, is best known for its waterfalls, but within its nearly 1,200 square miles, you can find deep valleys, grand meadows, ancient giant sequoias, a vast wilderness area, and much more. Upon entering you will receive a Park map and the, ever so valuable, Yosemite Guide which contains information about all Park activities, scheduled events, and hours of operations for the different facilities and services.

Includes daily car rental.

After checking into Camp Curry, you may want to get a jump start on getting to know the area and all activities and facilities available during your stay. The Valley Visitor center is a good place to start your visit. Park information, orientation programs, exhibits, and books are available there, as well as shops, the Yosemite Museum and the Indian Village. There are a few things to remember while at the Park; always take bottled water with you, never disturb the wildlife, and get an early start every morning since most activities are enjoyed during daylight hours. Also, photo opportunities abound, so don’t forget your camera and have it ready to shoot at all times!

Curry Village sits in an ideal wooded area in Yosemite Valley directly beneath Glacier Point, next to Merced River with the magnificent views of Half Dome and a short walk from Mirror Lake and Yosemite Falls. It was founded in 1899 as a rustic, inexpensive lodging option and is also known as "Camp Curry". The canvas tent cabins do not have plumbing, telephone or television. Restrooms and showers are within walking distance. Maid service and cooking facilities are not available. The staff will refresh the towels and empty the trash as needed. Curry Village guest services include the Curry Village Dining Pavilion, a swimming pool and gift shop.

Overnight at Curry Village (Camping) (B) (Tent Cabin).

Includes daily car rental.

Start your morning with a buffet style breakfast served at the dinning pavilion and get ready for a day of discovery and excitement.

Be sure to check the Yosemite Guide for the scheduled times of the activities you would like to participate in. Start with a two-hour Ranger-guided, Valley Floor Tour aboard an open-air tram. You will be introduced to some of Yosemite’s most famous sightseeing points in Yosemite Valley and here the history, geology, plant and animal life of the region. Yosemite Valley highlights include Yosemite Falls, the highest waterfall in North America; the famous El Captain and Half Dome granite monoliths; foggy Bridalveil Falls; Glacier Point which offers a beautiful panoramic view over Yosemite Valley and Yosemite Falls; Mirror Lake/Meadow in the East Valley; and the famous “Tunnel View” at Wawona Tunnel.

Afterwards, you may choose to go back to your favorite site and spend more time exploring, or take part in some of the other activities. Yosemite activities and sightseeing are all about the great outdoors and everything you can do to immerse yourself in its wonders. Within the Park, you'll find adventures for all ages and all levels of skill, from tranquil evening strolls and programs for young kids to white water rafting and extreme climbing. Some of the most popular activities include hiking, bird-watching, biking, mule and horseback riding, and water sports. For the little ones, there is Story Time; of course parents and siblings are also welcome. This 45-minute program offers youngsters an enjoyable glimpse at the Park’s wonders through stories about animals, plants, and people of Yosemite.

Overnight at Curry Village (Camping) (B) (Tent Cabin).

Includes daily car rental.

After packing up make your way to the rental car drop off centre and return your vehicle.

Have breakfast this morning and Join a Park Ranger on an informative and inspiring walk before departing. This activity allows for an interactive, learning experience and provides an opportunity to get answers to any questions you may have about the Park, its animals and its people. As always, check the Yosemite Guide for the scheduled times for this activity.