Sequoia National Park holidays: enjoy the adventure
Are you looking for an adventure of a lifetime? Join us on an unforgettable journey through Sequoia National Park, home to the world's largest trees and dramatic Sierra Nevada mountain scenery. This awe-inspiring destination combines ancient giant sequoias, the massive General Sherman Tree, and pristine wilderness with stunning mountain vistas, crystal-clear streams, and abundant wildlife. Our expertly curated tours immerse you in this captivating destination, with opportunities to explore iconic landmarks like the towering General Sherman Tree (largest tree on Earth), the spectacular Moro Rock, and the scenic Giant Forest. Walk among trees over 2,000 years old, hike to alpine lakes, explore marble caves, and discover one of America's most magnificent national parks. A range of activities are available suited to every traveler, from hiking among giant trees to wilderness adventures, scenic drives, and nature exploration. Guide services, when available, can be added as optional enhancements to your package. General Sherman Tree, Giant Forest, and Moro Rock are all within easy reach. Our experienced guides will lead you through each destination, sharing their passion for Sequoia National Park's most incredible heritage. We offer a range of activities suited to every traveler, from cultural exploration and lakeside leisure to mountain adventures and heritage visits.
We offer a range of accommodationoptions in Sequoia National Park to suit your preferences and budget. Hotel selection, amenities, and specific features depend on your chosen package and booking preferences. For detailed information about specific properties, facilities, and services available during your stay, please contact us to customize your accommodation based on your requirements. Join us on a journey of discovery and exploration through one of nature's most magnificent forest kingdoms.
What's Included & Optional Add-ons
To help you plan your trip, here's what's included in your base package and the optional add-ons available to enhance your experience.
Included in Base Package:
- Return flights from UK airports (London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Edinburgh)
- 5 nights accommodation in selected hotels
Optional Add-ons to Enhance Your Experience:
- Airport transfers between Fresno Airport and Sequoia (approximately 1.5-2 hours)
- Board basis options: Room Only, Bed & Breakfast, Half Board, Full Board
- Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks entrance fee
- General Sherman Tree guided walk
- Moro Rock climb and summit views
- Crystal Cave marble cavern tour
- Giant Forest Museum visit
- Congress Trail hike among sequoias
- Tokopah Falls hiking trail
- Crescent Meadow and Tharp's Log
- Kings Canyon Scenic Byway drive
- Wildlife viewing tours
- Photography workshops
- Ranger-led programs
- Horseback riding through forests
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses and tips
Tour Map
This comprehensive map is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences.
Sequoia National Park holidays: day-by-day itinerary
This comprehensive itinerary is designed to guide you through an exciting journey filled with remarkable destinations and captivating experiences in Sequoia National Park.
Arrive at Fresno Yosemite International Airport and journey to Sequoia National Park through scenic foothills (approximately 1.5-2 hours). Stop at the visitor center for park orientation and maps. Check into your lodge and take your first walk among giant sequoias in the Giant Forest area. Visit the Giant Forest Museum to learn about sequoia ecology and history. Enjoy dinner watching sunset through the towering trees.
Walk the paved trail to the General Sherman Tree, the largest living tree on Earth by volume, standing 275 feet tall and over 36 feet in diameter. Stand in awe before this 2,000-year-old giant. Hike the Congress Trail loop (2 miles) among the dense concentration of massive sequoias including the President Tree and Senate Group. Experience the cathedral-like atmosphere walking among Earth’s largest organisms. Afternoon exploring Crescent Meadow and Tharp’s Log.
Climb Moro Rock’s 400 steps carved into the granite dome to the summit for spectacular panoramic views spanning the Great Western Divide and Central Valley below. Drive through the Tunnel Log, a fallen sequoia carved for vehicles to pass through. Hike to Tokopah Falls, a beautiful 2-mile trail along the Marble Fork of the Kaweah River to a 1,200-foot cascading waterfall. Optional Crystal Cave tour descending into marble caverns with stunning formations (advance reservations required).
Drive the spectacular Kings Canyon Scenic Byway, descending into one of North America’s deepest canyons with granite walls rising thousands of feet. Visit Grant Grove to see the General Grant Tree, known as “The Nation’s Christmas Tree.” Explore Zumwalt Meadow with easy trails through pristine mountain meadow surrounded by towering granite cliffs. Visit Roaring River Falls and the dramatic viewpoints overlooking the canyon carved by ancient glaciers.
Join an early morning wildlife viewing drive or hike spotting black bears, mule deer, marmots, and diverse bird species. Explore less-visited areas of Giant Forest on quiet trails. Visit sequoia groves away from crowds for peaceful reflection among the giants. Photograph the incredible trees from different angles catching morning light. Optional activities include ranger programs, photography workshops, or relaxing before departure. Farewell walk among the sequoias before leaving the park.
