Overview
Download GuideAlong's self-guided audio tour and you'll discover more on your Yosemite road trip. Hear fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, local tips and directions play automatically along the route, all based on your location.
You'll be guided to all of the park's famous highlights as well as lessor known gems including one of the world's tallest waterfalls, renowned rock climbing landmarks and high alpine lakes.
Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you, and bypass any that don’t.
✅ Stories, tips and directions play automatically based on your location
✅ Travel at your own pace
✅ Tour offline using GPS, no cell service or WiFi needed
✅ Suggested itineraries for half, full or multi day use
✅ No time limits or expiry, free updates
✅ Like having a tour guide along for the drive
Purchase one tour per vehicle.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF
Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 200+ Points
One-Time Purchase: No time or date use limit or expiry
Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own
National Park Passes
Entrance Fees
Reservations
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Commentary plays automatically based on your location, so you have flexibility on where and when you want to start and end your tour anywhere along the tour route.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Good to know
HOW TO GET YOUR GUIDEALONG AUDIO TOUR:
1. SIGN IN + REDEEM your VOUCHER CODE: https://store.guidealong.com/voucher
2. DOWNLOAD the GuideAlong App
3. SIGN IN with the same individual Apple or GooglePlay Store profile ID
4. DOWNLOAD and OPEN the Audio Tour NOW
*These instructions are also sent via a separate email & text/sms: “Instructions for GuideAlong Audio Tour” or “Your Tour Operator Sent You a Message About Your (Viator) Booking”. Check your junk/spam folder.
PRE-DOWNLOAD THE APP & TOUR NOW
You must pre-download both the GuideAlong app and audio tour files to your phone (audio, maps & images) over reliable wifi or cellular service, before your drive out of signal.
There’s no date/time limit or expiry to use the audio tour, and no data connection is required while touring.
If you are able to OPEN your tour and see the START DRIVING button, you have successfully downloaded all files and are ready to tour.
CHARGING & SOUND
We do not recommend connecting your phone directly into the vehicle usb port. Instead use a usb/c car charger adapter plug into the auxiliary power outlet (cigarette car lighter). It prevents any automatic secondary pairing between your phone and the vehicle for sound and provides a stronger charging option.
HELP & SUPPORT
Have a question - we’re here to help! Lots of information is included in the app and even more is available on our website. Alternatively you can leave a message for support callback toll 18664771791, chat online or email us at info@guidealong.com.
What to expect
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Yosemite National Park
30 min
As the audio guides play commentary based on your gps location, you can create your own itinerary along the tour route to match your interests and schedule.
Or you can use our trip planners for our suggestions on half, full or multi day itineraries.
Some of the many highlights are listed below; -
Bridalveil Fall
20 min
With a drop of 620 feet, Bridalveil Falls puts on a show and is one of Yosemite's must-sees. A short 0.5 mile paved trail will take you to the viewpoint.
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El Capitan
30 min
"El Cap" continues to challenge and inspire rock climbers around the world to achieve new records and style to summit it's 3000foot granite walls.
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Glacier Point
30 min
Oh what a view! The overlook of the Yosemite Valley, Half Dome and Yosemite Falls is breathtaking. A short paved trail leads from the carpark. The view down to Curry Village 3214 feet below can be a little unnerving for some.
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Half Dome
15 min
One of the most well known images of Yosemite is the distinctive shape of Half Dome. However misleading as it was never whole...
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Hetch Hetchy Reservoir
4 hours
Looking for a less crowded part of Yosemite Park to explore? The Hetch Hetchy Valley features more granite formations, hikes, spring waterfalls and wildflowers.
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Olmsted Point
15 min
A viewpoint along Tioga Pass looking south to Half Dome, Clouds Rest and Tenaya Canyon.
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Tioga Pass
4 hours
High alpine area and road from East Entrance to Yosemite Valley. Once open each season, enjoy the many hikes, wildlflowers or scenic drive.
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Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
2 hours
Superb grouping of Giant Sequioas. Hike a 1 mile downhill to see character trees both dead and alive, including Dead Giant.
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Wawona Covered Bridge
2 hours
Wander and explore the Wawona Hotel, collection of horse carriages at the Pioneer Yosemite History Center and old timber covered bridge.
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Yosemite Falls
1 hour
Truly one of the iconic images of Yosemite. In spring, snowmelt drives a thunderous amount of water down the upper, middle and lower sections.
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Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias
15 min
Giant Sequoias are the biggest trees in the world, combining tremendous height and thick trunks. The best collection of these is at Mariposa Grove.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/Los Angeles).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
FAQs about Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite
Can I cancel Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Yosemite for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 8–16 hours.
What's included?
- Support: Toll free phone, chat and email
- Easy To Use: Pre-download and tour offline
- Trip Planners: In-app, web and PDF
- Location Based: Stories, tips & directions that autoplay
- GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide) Audio Tour: 200+ Points
- One-Time Purchase: No time or date use limit or expiry
- Flexible Routes: Suggested itineraries or create your own
What's not included?
- National Park Passes
- Entrance Fees
- Reservations
Which places does it visit?
It visits Bridalveil Fall, El Capitan, Glacier Point, Half Dome, Hetch Hetchy Reservoir, Olmsted Point, Tioga Pass, Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by GuideAlong (GyPSy Guide)
