Duration | Destination | Departure |
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11 days and 10 nights | United States (Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Cameron, Monument Valley, Antelope Canyon, Kanab, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Mammoth Lakes, Yosemite National Park, Yosemite Area, Carmel, 17 Mile Drive, Monterey, San Francisco) | United States (Los Angeles) |
Day 1:
Saturday or Wednesday: Los Angeles
Welcome to Los Angeles, the capital of the film and television industry, a booming cultural mecca with over 300 museums and perpetual pleasant weather! Upon arrival at the airport, transfer to the hotel either via the hotel’s shuttle (Airport Option) or on a seat-in basis (Downtown Option).
Day 2:
Sunday or Thursday: Los Angeles
This morning explore Los Angeles during a half-day city tour including the famous Hollywood Boulevard, Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, the “Walk of Fame” and Sunset Strip. Afternoon at leisure to relax at the hotel or perhaps to join an optional sightseeing tour.
Day 3:
Monday or Friday: Los Angeles - Las Vegas (270 m / 435 km)
Board the motorcoach in Los Angeles, settle back and enjoy the scenery while traveling through the desert to the man-made paradise of Las Vegas. Enjoy this boomtown resort, featuring non-stop casinos, fabulous entertainment, great restaurants and attractions.
Day 4:
Tuesday or Saturday: Las Vegas - Grand Canyon - Cameron Area (356 m / 572 km)
The journey continues through the Mojave Desert of Arizona towards Kingman, located along Historic Route 66. From here head east to Williams. Afternoon arrival at the Grand Canyon to visit one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
Day 5:
Wednesday or Sunday: Cameron Area - Monument Valley - Antelope Canyon X - Kanab Area (297 m / 478 km)
This morning, continue to the Painted Desert and Monument Valley, land of the Navajo Indian. The valley’s unforgettable landscapes include mesas, buttes and rock spires. After Monument Valley, continue along to Page for a visit of Antelope Canyon X. Late afternoon, cross the Colorado River before arriving in Kanab.
Day 6:
Thursday or Monday: Kanab Area - Bryce Canyon - Zion - Las Vegas (323 m / 519 km)
Early morning departure for a visit to a spectacular national park: Bryce Canyon. The canyon has a symphony of colors and shapes that will leave anyone breathless. Continue on to Zion National Park, a popular destination famous for its unique landscapes and majestic plateaus. The wonders continue at the final destination of today: Las Vegas, the city of lights and entertainment.
Day 7:
Friday or Tuesday: Las Vegas - Mammoth Lakes (347 m / 559 km)
Today, journey through the Mojave Desert before ascending into the High Sierras, and the resort of Mammoth Lakes. This picturesque resort is famous as both a summer and winter destination, and provides breathtaking scenery and stunning views of surrounding areas.
Day 8:
Saturday or Wednesday: Mammoth Lakes - Yosemite Area (109 m / 175 km)
Travel the short distance through the High Sierras to Yosemite National Park, the most popular natural tourist destination in California. Enjoy the highlights of the park, including Yosemite Valley and its high cliffs and waterfalls. The park is also known for its wildlife: deer, coyotes, chipmunks, blue jays and occasionally even bears.
Day 9:
Sunday or Thursday: Yosemite Area - Carmel - 17-Mile Drive - Monterey - San Francisco (286 m / 459 km)
Leaving the Yosemite area, travel west to Carmel located on the Pacific Ocean. From this quaint and charming village travel along stunning 17-Mile Drive, known for its exclusive golf courses, beautiful views and distinctive fauna, to Monterey, California’s first capital. Continue northward to “The City by the Bay”.
Day 10:
Monday or Friday: San Francisco
This morning, enjoy city sightseeing of one of the most beautiful cities in America including highlights such as Union Square, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, and Fisherman’s Wharf with a view of infamous Alcatraz Island across the bay. Afternoon at leisure, or embark on an optional tour to the quaint village of Sausalito.
Day 11:
Tuesday or Saturday: San Francisco
Transfer to SFO Airport on shared-ride basis.
- Gratuities for tour guide and driver
- Porterage
- Meals unless specified
- Admissions unless specified
- Any expenses of a personal nature
Day | Overnight | Itinerary highlights |
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1 | Hilton Los Angeles Airport or similarLos Angeles | Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Los Angeles - Arrivals Terminal |
2 | Hilton Los Angeles Airport or similarLos Angeles | Los Angeles - Departure Los Angeles City Tour at 08:00 AM from Hilton Los Angeles Airport or at 09:00 from Millennium Biltmore |
3 | Luxor Hotel & Casino or similarLas Vegas | Las Vegas - Departure to Las Vegas at 08:00 AM from Hilton Los Angeles Airport or at 09:00 from Millennium Biltmore |
4 | Navajoland Hotel of Tuba City/ Cameron Trading Post/ Moenkopi Legacy Inn & Suites or similarCameron | Grand Canyon National Park |
5 | Best Western Red Hills/ Hampton Inn Kanab/ Parry Lodge or similarKanab |
Monument Valley Antelope canyon |
6 | Luxor Hotel & Casino or similarLas Vegas |
Bryce Canyon National Park Zion National Park |
7 | Mammoth Mountain Inn or similarMammoth Lakes | |
8 | Holiday Inn Express&Suites (Chowchilla/ Modesto)/ Spark by Hilton Modesto/ Best Western Orchard Inn or similarYosemite Area | Yosemite National Park |
9 | Hilton Union Square or similarSan Francisco |
Carmel 17 Mile Drive Monterey |
10 | Hilton Union Square or similarSan Francisco | |
11 | San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Francisco |
Place | Hotel at Los Angeles Airport | Hotel in Downtown Los Angeles |
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Los Angeles | Hilton Los Angeles Airport or similar | Millennium Biltmore or similar |
Las Vegas | Luxor Hotel & Casino or similar | |
Cameron | Navajoland Hotel of Tuba City/ Cameron Trading Post/ Moenkopi Legacy Inn & Suites or similar | Navajoland Hotel of Tuba City, Cameron Trading Post or Moenkopi Legacy Inn & Suites or similar |
Kanab | Best Western Red Hills/ Hampton Inn Kanab/ Parry Lodge or similar | Best Western Red Hills, Hampton Inn Kanab, Parry Lodge or similar |
Mammoth Lakes | Mammoth Mountain Inn or similar | |
Yosemite Area | Holiday Inn Express&Suites (Chowchilla/ Modesto)/ Spark by Hilton Modesto/ Best Western Orchard Inn or similar | Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chowchilla, Best Western Orchard Inn, Baymont Inn & Suites Modesto or similar |
San Francisco | Hilton Union Square or similar |