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Day 1 Arrive Los Angeles (2 Nights)
Welcome to the land where it's usually 70F or 21C degrees and sunny, southern California. Arriving today, you'll meet up with your Travel Director to get a glimpse of what's to come on your West Coast USA tour, before getting to know Anaheim, your home for the next two nights. You'll find plenty of dining and entertainment options with magical Disneyland nearby.
hotel Clarion Hotel Anaheim Resort
Day 2 Los Angeles Sightseeing
Ready to get stars in your eyes? This morning's tour with your Travel Director will show you the all-out glitz and glamour of L.A. Join your fellow travellers and see the wealthy streets of Beverly Hills, drive down the iconic Sunset Boulevard, walk along the stars of the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and see the Dolby Theater, home of the Academy Awards. Afterwards, we take you to beautiful Santa Monica where you'll have the afternoon free to explore your way.
Day 3 Los Angeles – Phoenix (1 Night)
Starting by departing Los Angeles this morning, you'll then pass by the San Gorgonio Pass Wind Farm, one of the windiest places in the United States. It features thousands of wind turbines that power the popular Coachella Valley resort towns. Passing through the famous resort town of Palm Springs, you will then cross the Arizona state line into the 'Valley of the Sun', a region that boasts 300 days of sunshine each year. Catching your first glimpse of the mighty Colorado River, your final destination for today is the exciting city of Phoenix.
hotel Tru by Hilton Gilbert
Day 4 Phoenix - Sedona - Flagstaff (2 Nights)
Heading north out of Phoenix, today you will witness the impressive saguaro cactus in their desert habitat. As you make your way to the small town of Sedona you will notice the red rock landscape provides a stunning backdrop for artists and craftsmen alike. As one of America's best small cities for the arts and a haven for New Age enthusiasts, Sedona lives up to its reputation as an artist's hub. On your way from Sedona to Flagstaff, you will pass through the heart of Oak Creek Canyon. Located in the Coconino National Forest, it is one of the most scenic drives in all of Arizona. With red sandstone walls on one side of the road and the lush river gorge canyon on the other, you can expect an incredible panoramic view.
hotel Days by Wyndham Flagstaff
Day 5 Flagstaff - Grand Canyon - Flagstaff
Start today in style with your sights firmly set on one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the magnificent UNESCO World Heritage listed Grand Canyon National Park. You'll learn all about the geological formation of the Grand Canyon with your Local Specialist, and then it's up to you to choose how to explore it further. Perhaps view the Grand Canyon from above and take an optional helicopter tour. Still flying high from an incredible day, you'll finish up this evening in the Arizonan escape town of Flagstaff, a laid-back outpost on the historic Route 66.
Day 6 Flagstaff – Historic Route 66 – Las Vegas (2 Nights)
Ready to get your kicks on Route 66? Today is the day to do it. This iconic road is a symbol of the American dream and has been immortalised in books and movies for years. Still to this day, Route 66 represents the ultimate American road trip and you'll get to take an unforgettable journey down a stretch of it, stopping by Seligman and Kingman en route to Vegas, two iconic outposts that offer a real taste of all things Americana, complete with classic motels, kitsch petrol pumps and steaming slices of apple pie. Finally, as if by magic, you'll slowly spot the neon lights of Las Vegas looming in the distance. This entertainment oasis is surrounded by dry desert and has a reputation almost as big as the fortune's many have made (and lost) here.
hotel Golden Nugget & Casino, Las Vegas
Day 7 Las Vegas Free Time
With a full day in Sin City, it's entirely up to you how to explore the entertainment capital of the world. The casinos, the all you can eat buffets, the glittering rooftop pools, the biggest names in show business - they're all here for the taking. Or if you're up for it, to help tailor your Vegas experience, we've also got a whole suite of enticing Optional Experiences lined up to help you experience a different side of Las Vegas. Head over to Hoover Dam to stand 900 metres above the Colorado River to admire Lake Mead, it holds back the biggest man-made reservoir in the United States. Perhaps a singalong at 'Vegas! The Show' if a show is more your style. However you choose to explore, today will be one to remember.
Day 8 Las Vegas – Visalia (1 Night)
Leaving Las Vegas rich in memories, you'll head for the Mojave Desert this morning. As the driest desert in the United States you'd expect nothing more than barren landscape as you drive through, so prepare to be surprised as you pass lots of rare and beautiful flowers and wildlife. Admiring the dramatic Sierra Nevada mountain range and continuing into the San Joaquin Valley, you'll finish up today in the agricultural hub of Visalia. With a Downtown area that boasts old world charm and a wide selection of superb restaurants, tonight's dinner will no doubt be filled with chat amongst your fellow travellers about what to expect from your exciting visit to Yosemite National Park tomorrow.
hotel Wyndham Visalia
Day 9 Visalia – Yosemite National Park – Modesto (1 Night)
Awe-inspiring nature at its finest, Yosemite will challenge all other national parks you've previously visited to stake its claim as the most beautiful. The third oldest national park in the United States and a UNESCO World Heritage site, this patch of heaven is all emerald green valleys, cascading waterfalls, giant sequoia trees, and pine scented forests, framed by the iconic Half Dome and the striking peak of El Capitan. Take your time soaking it all in and exploring the various trails and picnic areas your way before heading on to Modesto, one of the greatest agricultural areas of the nation and the home of the E. & J. Gallo Winery.
hotel Doubletree by Hilton Modesto
Day 10 Modesto – San Francisco (2 Nights)
Feeling the ocean breeze moving ever closer you'll head back to the California coast today, crossing the Bay Bridge into one of the West Coast's best loved cities, San Francisco. A historical hub for progressive thinkers and creatives, San Fran's famously hilly landscape will instantly win you over as you spot the old-fashioned cable cars slowly rising and falling on the horizon. Explore the 'City by the Bay' on a sightseeing tour that visits Fisherman's Wharf, the Palace of Fine Arts, the lush Presidio area and Italian influenced North Beach. This evening you could opt to join our Chinatown walking tour, exploring the markets, dim sum joints and herb shops of America's oldest Chinatown before dining family style at a decadent Chinese feast.
hotel Parc 55 San Francisco Hilton
Day 11 San Francisco Free Time
You'll head off this morning to a San Fran institution, Boudin Bakery, who have been producing their very special 'Mother Dough' since 1849. With breakfast sorted, the rest of the day is then free for you to explore your way. If it's city icons you're after, why not join your fellow travellers for a walk along the Golden Gate Bridge, followed by a visit to the pretty seaside community of Sausalito. Alternatively, take a cruise around the bay, taking in Alcatraz Island en route, or venture out to Muir Woods to admire the towering, ancient redwood trees that grow here. However you choose to explore, you'll be sure to make the last day of your USA value tour an extra special one.
meals Iconic Breakfast
Day 12 Depart San Francisco
With fond memories of sunny Los Angeles, fun loving Vegas and peaceful Yosemite still fresh in your mind, today your adventure through the Golden West will come to an end. You've tasted, trekked and maybe even taken a helicopter ride over these lands, and we hope you've made a bunch of incredible memories along the way. Not ready to go home just yet? Why not extend your stay in San Francisco a little longer, and pay those cheeky Sea Lions down at Fisherman's Wharf an overdue visit. Departure will be at leisure.
FEB 2023 - APR 2024 12 Days from $1,941 per person
Los Angeles, Anaheim, Santa Monica, Palm Springs, Phoenix, Sedona, Flagstaff, Grand Canyon National Park, Seligman (AZ), Kingman, Las Vegas, Visalia, Yosemite National Park, Modesto, San Francisco
Best of the Canyonlands
Western Frontiers
Spectacular Canyons and National Parks
Many meals included
Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
City orientation tours
Variety of Optional Experiences
1 Iconic Breakfast (IC)
: See the very best Hollywood and Santa Monica have to offer
: Visit this UNESCO World Heritage Site and Natural Wonder of the World with a Local Specialist
: Explore this entertainment-filled city with its grand hotels and shops
: Take in breathtaking views of the valley floor
: Get familiar with Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Chinatown
: Iconic Breakfast at renowned Boudin Bakery, a San Francisco institution since 1849
: Many meals included
: Audio Headsets provided throughout your holiday to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
: Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
: City orientation tours
: Variety of Optional Experiences
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Western Dinner, Live Music and Line Dancing
One of Arizona's most beloved steakhouses, Rustler's Rooste serves the finest steaks, ribs, chicken, and the freshest seafood. Rustler's Rooste is a 2-story building with our Saloon on the top level. Stroll over the indoor waterfall and take the slide into the dining room. (for the faint of heart, there is a staircase). Both areas are bordered on the north side by large plate glass windows that provide an unparalleled view of the city lights. Enjoy live country-western music from 6pm to 9pm. And did we mention, tonight's dinner features unlimited and Never-Ending Beer, Wine, Margaritas and Soft Drinks for the evening!
Adult Price: $62
Easy on the Asphalt (60 minutes)
A "Sedona snapshot" with great photo opportunities! Join us on this informative and relaxing, yet breathtaking, tour of some of Sedona's most magnificent overlooks including Cathedral Rock, one of the most photographed sites in all of Arizona. On-road tour
Old Bear Wallow (60 minutes)
Climb this early stagecoach route along Schnebly Hill Road through Bear Wallow Canyon just below the Mogollon Rim to enjoy STUNNING VIEWS of Sedona and Oak Creek Canyon 2000 Feet below. Step onto Munds Wagon or Huckaby Trail and hear stories of Sedona's early pioneer days.
North Canyon Tour - 25-30 Min. Helicopter Flight. Bell Aircraft. PGG-1 (April 1 - October 31)
Experience exhilarating helicopter sightseeing at the Grand Canyon. This Grand Canyon helicopter tour departs from the South Rim of the Grand Canyon over the Kaibab National Forest.
Grand Kingdom - 40 Min. EcoStar Helicopter Flight HGG-2
You will head toward the Tower of Ra and then fly north through the Dragon Corridor and over the mighty Colorado River towards the North Rim of the canyon. View the Tower of Ra and the Vishnu Schist rock formation as you fly back through the Dragon Corridor, the widest and deepest section of the Grand Canyon. From this point you can see some of the oldest exposed rock layers in the world.
Grand Discovery Air Tour South Rim - 45 Min. Fixed-Wing Aircraft Flight GGG-1
The original air tour of the Grand Canyon and the best value! Board an ultra-quiet small aircraft for a 40-45 minute Grand Discovery flight over the Grand Canyon. The Vistaliner airplanes feature oversize windows that make every seat the best seat and allow for postcard quality pictures! This tour covers the most famous and beautiful parts of the Grand Canyon including the Eastern Zuni Corridor, the Confluence and the North Rim and returns through the Western Dragon Corridor. Subject to weather conditions. Flight duration: 40-50 minutes.
Las Vegas Sights & Lights
Join this exciting night on the town in the 'City That Never Sleeps!' You'll be amazed by the brilliant Fremont Street Experience, see countless wedding chapels, and, of course, be awed by the most spectacular collection of casino hotels in the world. There will be plenty of stops along the way to see some of the most extravagant casinos and attractions, each trying to outdo the next. Be prepared for an evening that's full of surprises!
Highroller (Anytime Ticket)
Experience Vegas from new heights! Measuring 520 feet in diameter, the High Roller eclipses both the London Eye and Singapore Flyer. Facing north and south parallel to Las Vegas Boulevard, the wheel takes 30 minutes to complete one full revolution and features 28 glass-enclosed cabins with broad views of Las Vegas and the Strip.
Las Vegas Foodie Tour
You know that sinking feeling -- walking up to the host stand at the hottest restaurants, only to be told there's a two-hour wait or no tables available whatsoever. With Lip Smacking Foodie Tours, you'll never experience that. Instead, get ushered to the best table in the house immediately, as all eyes in the jam-packed establishment turn in wonder. After settling into your seat, the VIP+ experience continues. There's no waiting, as a personalized preset menu already has been designed just for you. Then, the show really gets going, as signature dishes are paraded to your table with a flourish, as your expert tour guide explains each one in detail. Bask in this royal treatment at not one, not two, not three, but four of the most astonishing restaurants in Vegas. Discover these exclusive award-winning places worth bragging about. At each venue, savor a variety of acclaimed signature dishes along with grand desserts at the end for a complete feast for the ages. Our expert guides provide fascinating stories and facts about the sights all along the way. Why go to dinner, then a show when you can have dinner and a show, all in one?
Black Canyon Float Trip with Transportation
"Accompanied by your friendly and informative guide, you'll travel to the launch area at the base of the Hoover Dam for a view of the dam that very few people have the opportunity to see. The large, comfortable rafts have multiple air chambers and are outfitted with all the Coast Guard required and recommended safety equipment. The Black Canyon's high walls will leave you breathless, so remember to bring your camera! You may spot desert bighorn sheep, osprey and great blue heron in their natural setting. The raft stops along the shore to give you a chance to swim or paddle in the cool clear waters below Hoover Dam. You could take this opportunity to enjoy the box lunch provided while watching and listening to the sights and sounds of this magnificent desert. Your trip ends on the Arizona side of the river at Willow Beach before returning to your Las Vegas hotel. "
Hoover Dam Power Plant Excursion
Depart Las Vegas with your Travel Director to one of the most famous modern marvels of our time- the Hoover Dam. First view the dam from the newly completed Mike O'Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge, the largest concrete arch bridge in the Western Hemisphere just completed in 2010. Stand 900 feet above the Colorado River and gaze in amazement at the largest dam of its time, holding back the United States' largest man-made reservoir, Lake Mead. Includes admission to the Visitor Center and the Powerplant tour. The visitor center features exhibits that highlight the history of the region and how the Hoover Dam was constructed and the Powerplant Tour offers exhibits and other media that provide a comprehensive view of the massive dam and its operations, as well as highlight many of the unique features around the site.
Death Valley Day Tour
An enthusiastic guide will bring Death Valley to life while showing you the most spectacular highlights of the largest national park in the contiguous United States. Travel by Tour Trekker and experience the history, geology and more.
Vegas! The Show
Come and experience what is hailed as the only show in Vegas, about Vegas! VEGAS! The Show will take you by the hand back in time to experience the iconic stars and personalities that helped to define the soul that created the Sin City we know today! Featuring some of the most beautiful showgirls in Vegas, and some of the best voices in the country, you can hear all of the hits from your favorite stars while witnessing the greatest moments that helped define Las Vegas as the Entertainment Capital of the World. From the crooners of the Rat Pack to Sonny & Cher, Elvis Presley and so many more. Experience the iconic personalities that helped shape the story of one of the greatest cities on Earth. Backed by a live big band orchestra, "Santa Fe and The Fat City Horns," this is the only production that will recreate the class, sass and excitement of old Las Vegas right before your eyes!
Vegas! The Show and Dinner
"Come and experience what is hailed as the only show in Vegas, about Vegas! VEGAS! The Show will take you by the hand back in time to experience the iconic stars and personalities that helped to define the soul that created the Sin City we know today! Featuring some of the most beautiful showgirls in Vegas, and some of the best voices in the country, you can hear all of the hits from your favorite stars while witnessing the greatest moments that helped define Las Vegas as the Entertainment Capital of the World. So don't hesitate, and come see for yourself why VEGAS! The Show was voted 'Best Show in Las Vegas' by Broadway World! From the crooners of the Rat Pack to Sonny & Cher, Elvis Presley and so many more. Experience the iconic personalities that helped shape the story of one of the greatest cities on Earth. Backed by a live big band orchestra, 'Santa Fe and The Fat City Horns,' this is the only production that will recreate the class, sass and excitement of old Las Vegas right before your eyes! Your ticket also includes a three-course dinner at Cafe Hollywood - located steps away from the theatre."
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Guided Chinatown Walking Tour, Chinese Dinner and City Illuminations Tour
Explore the Chinese markets, herb shops, a fortune cookie factory and more (weather permitting), before dining family-style with a Chinese feast. After dinner, board your motorcoach for the City Illuminations Tour. Drive past the colorful signs and glittering lights of North Beach, the Embarcadero, Fisherman's Wharf, Telegraph Hill, Coit Tower, the Broadway Strip and the historic Ferry Building. After crossing the Oakland Bay Bridge to Treasure Island, catch a spectacular night panorama of sparkling San Francisco!
Muir Woods Tour of California Coastal Redwoods
"Venture north over the Golden Gate Bridge to an isolated canyon filled with ancient coastal redwood trees, also known as Muir Woods National Monument. Enjoy solitude and peace, through the cool, moist air, as you stroll through 1000-year-old trees towering 260 feet tall. Experience the awe and wonder as you are treated through Northern California's signature fog, while you wander in and out of Mother Nature's redwood alleyways. The canopy of coastal redwoods soaring above will stimulate all of your senses as you journey through a piece of ancient California history. You will never forget the crisp, fresh redwood fragrance that will surround you on your journey to the majestic Muir Woods National Monument. Lastly, enjoy a scenic drive through the quaint seaside town of Sausalito – a Mediterranean-like village harbored across the San Francisco Bay, famous for its sweeping views, timeless sophistication, local boutiques and cafes. "
San Francisco Bay Cruise
Take advantage of prime photo opportunities with unobstructed views in every direction aboard the 60-minute Bay Cruise Adventure. Sail past the famous Pier 39 sea lions and along San Francisco's historic waterfront, revealing the city's fascinating skyline. This comfortable San Francisco Bay Cruise tour has both indoor and outdoor seating with full narration describing major landmarks as you sail by them. This fully narrated one-hour cruise sails underneath the majestic Golden Gate Bridge, around mysterious Alcatraz Island, past Angel Island State Park. No reserved seating available. Note: Cruises may not operate during inclement weather.
Golden Gate Bridge Walk & Sausalito
Stroll across the 1.7-mile span of the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge and learn how the bridge was an engineering marvel and about the people who gave so much time to build this icon of San Francisco. Arrive in the quaint seaside community of Sausalito and have time to leisurely browse the charming shops or have lunch along the picturesque bay. Your adventure concludes with a wondrous ferry cruise across the bay, passing haunting Alcatraz Island and catching an amazing view of the Golden Gate Bridge.
Deluxe Comfort Hybrid
Explore San Francisco on bike – and discover one of the many bike routes of this amazing and bike-friendly city. Bike the Golden Gate Bridge or Golden State Park and ride along San Francisco's beautiful waterfront. All bike rentals include helmet, lock/key, rear racks for storage, and front handlebar bag, as well as a detailed map and a free SF biking mobile app. The staff can make route recommendations. Pick up your rental bikes at 2715 Hyde Street in Fisherman's Wharf. They are open every day from 8am, and the after-hours drop-off garage allows you to return your bicycles whenever you want.
Electric Bike (13+)
San Francisco Dinner with wine & Night City Tour
Located at Pier 39 and a tradition in San Francisco since 1936, this waterfront restaurant provides a magnificent view of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and the always entertaining Sea Lions. Enjoy a casual dining experience including wine, followed by an evening exploration of illuminated San Francisco landmarks. Drive by theater-lines streets and the glowing marquees around Union Square, view the Golden Gate Bridge's soaring red towers in twinkling lights and enjoy views of downtown skyscrapers from Treasure Island.
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