Western Values Self Drive - Los Angeles to San Diego

San Diego Los Angeles San Francisco Santa Barbara Las Vegas Zion National Park Palm Springs Grand Canyon

Programa

Day 1:
Los Angeles
Arrive at Los Angeles International Airport and transfer independently to your hotel.

Day 2:
Los Angeles - Anaheim - Palm Springs
This morning, pick up your rental car and make your way south to Anaheim, Orange County’s headquarters for fun. Spend the day surrounded by icons and classic characters at the original Disneyland Park. Visit the nation’s oldest theme park, Knott’s Berry Farm, filled with old west history and thrill rides, or one of Anaheim’s many other funfilled attractions (admissions not included) before continuing east to Palm Springs. This ultimate desert playground nestled at the base of the majestic San Jacinto Mountains offers the perfect blend of outdoor entertainment and casual relaxation. Take time this evening to dine in one of the many excellent restaurants in downtown Palm Springs or escape the heat and ride the aerial tramway high up above the desert floor for panoramic views of the Coachella Valley.
Driving Distance: 147 MI / 236 KM

Day 3:
Palm Springs - Joshua Tree National Park - Laughlin
This morning, set out east through the Coachella Valley to Joshua Tree National Park, a land shaped by strong winds, unpredictable torrents of rain, and climatic extremes. There are many excellent hiking trails that showcase the unexpected beauty of the desert. A favorite is the Hidden Valley Trail which takes you into an area rumored to have been used as a hideout by cattle rustlers. Continue to Needles and ultimately Laughlin, an oasis bordered by rugged desert and the Colorado River. From outdoor adventure on the Colorado River to indoor entertainment indulgences, Laughlin offers a wide variety of activities.
Driving Distance: 260 MI / 418 KM

Day 4:
Laughlin - Williams - Flagstaff
Set out east today for Kingman where you will join Historic Route 66 and travel along the longest stretch that remains of this historic route to Seligman. Visit Grand Canyon Caverns, a natural limestone cavern 210 feet underground and the largest dry cavern in the U.S., and the picturesque mountain town of Williams before arriving in Flagstaff, Gateway to the Grand Canyon.
Driving Distance: 147 MI / 235 KM

Day 5:
Flagstaff - Grand Canyon - Lake Powell/Page
Today, head north to Grand Canyon National Park, a natural wonder that you simply have to see to believe. Spend the day discovering the distinct South Rim of the Canyon. Stop at one of the numerous overlooks, walk part of the Rim Trail or along historic Hermit Road, visit a Photo Hot Spot, or climb to the top of a stone Watchtower for panoramic views that extend over 100 miles on clear days. When you’ve had your fill, continue north through the Navajo Nation Indian Reservation and on to Lake Powell, a vast blue man-made lake surrounded by beautiful sandstone walls.
Driving Distance: 191 MI / 307 KM

Day 6:
Lake Powell/Page - Bryce Canyon
This morning, set out west for Kanab where the exhilarating scent of sage and cedar fills the clear southwest air, then head north to Utah’s Bryce Canyon National Park. Famous for its unique geology, Bryce Canyon consists of a series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters where the power of wind, water and geologic mayhem has etched the pink cliffs and shaped the colorful limestone rock into thousands of spires called “hoodoos”.
Driving Distance: 170 MI / 270 KM

Day 7:
Bryce Canyon - Zion National Park - Las Vegas
Spend the morning exploring more of Bryce Canyon before heading west to Zion National Park. In Zion, Utah’s oldest national park known for its incredible canyons and spectacular views, you can follow the paths of ancient native people and gaze at massive sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that soar into the bright blue sky. Consider challenging your courage in a slot canyon. Later today, continue west to Las Vegas, Nevada, a city that needs no introduction.
Driving Distance: 240 MI / 380 KM

Day 8:
Las Vegas
Enjoy a full day Las Vegas style. Walk the famous Strip lined with mega-resorts and flashing neon lights, place a bet at one of the many casinos, dine at world-class restaurants, catch the latest must-see show, shop designer boutiques, ride a rollercoaster, lay by the pool … the list goes on. With so much to do, 24 hours in a day hardly seems like enough.

Day 9:
Las Vegas - Death Valley - Yosemite Gateway
This morning take the opportunity to capture a photograph at the iconic Welcome to Las Vegas sign before your journey takes you west to the lowest elevation in North America, Death Valley National Park. Here, the Mojave is at its most magnificent with geological history on full display in this rugged, severe, sublime section of California. Continue through the Panamint Mountains, an immense range of twisted, sharply creased sedimentary rock, before heading north to Ridgecrest and Visalia, California’s year-round playground.
Driving Distance: 450 MI / 720 KM

Day 10:
Yosemite Gateway - San Francisco
This morning, travel north into the High Sierra, home to Yosemite National Park. Best known for its impressive waterfalls, grand meadows, and spectacular rock formations, Yosemite was one of the first wilderness parks in the United States. Delve into the depths of the park with a walk to a waterfall, each as distinct as the granite cliffs they dive over, or learn about the wonders of the park during a rangerguided stroll. With approximately 800 miles of trails, Yosemite is also a great place to hike. This afternoon, head west to Muir Woods National Monument, a remnant of ancient coast redwood forests, and on to San Francisco. Considered one of the greatest cities in the world for many reasons, San Francisco offers one-of-a-kind sights and something to suit your every need.
Driving Distance: 152 MI / 245 KM

Day 11:
San Francisco
With 49 square miles of amazing sights, scenes and destinations, there’s always plenty to do in San Francisco. Spend a full day exploring the beloved City by the Bay’s neighborhoods including: Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Union Square, Nob Hill, the Embarcadero/Financial District, and Golden Gate Park. To experience something truly unique, walk along the railings of the Golden Gate Bridge or take a ride on an iconic Cable Car.

Day 12:
San Francisco - Monterey/Carmel - Central Coast
This morning, head south for an exhilarating trip along 17-Mile Drive from Pacific Grove to Pebble Beach. Continue south along central California’s scenic Pacific Coast Highway. This twisting, cliffhugging route starts in Monterey and takes you through the quaint village of Carmel-by-the-Sea and Big Sur, where mountains plunge into the Pacific Ocean. Farther south, the landscape mellows to oak-studded hills as the road continues to San Simeon, home to Hearst Castle.
Driving Distance: 289 MI / 465 KM

Day 13:
Central Coast - Santa Barbara - Los Angeles area
Today, continue south passing through Pismo Beach and inland agricultural valleys of rolling countryside on your way to Solvang, the Danish Capital of America. Further south is Santa Barbara, often described as the American Riviera and the perfect spot to get out and discover the spirit of the West before arriving in the Los Angeles area.
Driving Distance: 250 MI / 408 KM

Day 14:
San Diego
Free day at your disposal in San Diego.

Day 15:
San Diego
Free day at your disposal in San Diego.

Day 16:
San Diego - Los Angeles
Return your rental car at Los Angeles International Airport prior to your departure.

Incluido en el precio

- Hotels as specified in the itinerary or similar
- E-Documentation (App/Website) in the designated language

No incluido en el precio

- Car Rental
- Parking
- Activities
- Transfers
- Entrances
- Admission fees
- Attractions
- Meals
- Anything not indicated in the inclusions

Please Note:
Passengers should pick up car upon arrival and proceed to hotel or take shuttle bus and collect rental car on day 2.

Itinerario

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