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National Parks & Bright Lights

15 days, San Francisco to Los Angeles

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From the Golden Gate Bridge to glowing canyon walls at sunset, this trip captures the beauty of the cities and wilderness of the western US. It’s perfect for the traveller looking to breathe in the scent of the sequoias of Yosemite by day but wanting the comforts of a hotel at night. Prepare yourself for otherworldly hoodoos in Bryce Canyon National Park and desert scenery in Death Valley – the lowest spot on the continent – before taking an optional helicopter ride above the incomparable Grand Canyon. You won’t just visit the west coast, you’ll live it.

15 days

San Francisco to Los Angeles

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Trip Code: NUNP

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From the Golden Gate Bridge to glowing canyon walls at sunset, this trip captures the beauty of the cities and wilderness of the western US. It’s perfect for the traveller looking to breathe in the scent of the sequoias of Yosemite by day but wanting the comforts of a hotel at night. Prepare yourself for otherworldly hoodoos in Bryce Canyon National Park and desert scenery in Death Valley – the lowest spot on the continent – before taking an optional helicopter ride above the incomparable Grand Canyon. You won’t just visit the west coast, you’ll live it.

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Rating: 2 - Light

Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.

Trip Type: Small Group

Small group experience; Max 13, avg 10

Age requirement: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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15 days

San Francisco to Los Angeles

Sold Out

There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.

Trip Code: NUNP

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Map of the route for National Parks & Bright Lights

Places visited

  • United States

Itinerary

Day 1San Francisco

Arrive at any time.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Welcome Moment Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group

Day 2San Francisco/Yosemite National Park

On the way out of San Francisco, take in some final sights. Stop at the Golden Gate Bridge, where on a clear day you can see the San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz and the Bay Bridge to one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other.

Drive past some iconic attractions of the city as we head the towards the Sierra Nevadas. Stop to try some of the region's best produce en route to Yosemite National Park.

Day 3Yosemite National Park

Discover Yosemite's peaks, granite domes, and giant sequoias. Marvel at majestic waterfalls, lakes, and meadows.

Day 4Yosemite National Park/Sierra Nevada

Enjoy the morning to explore Yosemite's iconic features before travelling along the Sierra Nevadas southeast to our stop for the night.

Day 5Sierra Nevada to Las Vegas

Visit a land of extremes in Death Valley NP. Explore Las Vegas and stroll along the famous Vegas Strip. Opt to take a VIP party limo experience or take in a show.

Day 6Las Vegas

Enjoy a full free day to explore Las Vegas. Wander the strip, do some shopping, and refuel at one of the many bars or restaurants. Opt to take in a glitzy Las Vegas show or to head out on a day trip to the Hoover Dam.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your Discover Moment

Day 7Las Vegas/Bryce Canyon National Park

Visit Zion, Utah's oldest national park. Explore towering cliffs and massive canyon walls. Hike diverse and exciting trails. Head to Bryce Canyon.

Day 8Bryce Canyon National Park/Lake Powell

Explore Bryce Canyon National Park on trails among the amphitheatres and multi-coloured rock pinnacles called hoodoos before heading to Lake Powell. Opt for a barbecue dinner and a sunset horseback ride (seasonal).

Day 9Monument Valley

Visit the Glen Canyon Dam and take a short hike to Horseshoe Bend, shaped by the Colorado River. Discover one of the most majestic places on earth, Monument Valley. Explore on a 4x4 tour led by a Navajo guide.

Day 10Grand Canyon National Park

Depart in the morning and stop for lunch at a G Adventures supported Navajo food truck project. Enter the park and drive along the south rim, stopping at Desert View to take in the grandeur of the canyon. Continue into the park and opt to take a short hike into the canyon (weather permitting) or wander along rim trail to admire the views. Enjoy sunset at the edge of the Grand Canyon watching the way the light changes the colours.

Exclusive Inclusions:

Your G for Good Moment Native Grill Food Truck Experience

Meals included:

Lunch | Dinner

Day 11Grand Canyon National Park/Lake Havasu City

Travel to Sedona for lunch and check out the stunning landscape with a short hike overlooking the red and orange cliffs. Continue on and stop for dinner and to get some kicks on historic Route 66. After dinner, arrive to Lake Havasu City for the night.

Day 12Joshua Tree National Park/San Diego

Make a quick stop to see a bit of London spanning across the Colorado River. Then head to Joshua Tree National Park, for a hike amongst the boulders and yuccas. Continue to San Diego, where sun, sand, food, and fun all await in this beautiful beach city.

Day 13San Diego

Enjoy free time to explore or just sit back and relax in the sun and sand.

Day 14San Diego/Los Angeles

Cruise through Orange County and along the incredible Pacific coastline to Los Angeles. See the stars on the most famous sidewalk in Hollywood on an orientation to the area. Drive through Beverly Hills and check out Rodeo Drive.

Day 15Los Angeles

Depart at any time.

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What's Included

  • Your G for Good Moment: Native Grill Food Truck Experience
  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Your Discover Moment: Las Vegas
  • Golden Gate Bridge Visit
  • California Produce Tasting
  • Yosemite National Park Visit
  • Yosemite National Park Hike
  • Death Valley National Park Visit
  • Zion National Park Visit
  • Bryce Canyon National Park Visit
  • Glen Canyon Dam Visit
  • Horseshoe Bend Hike
  • Monument Valley 4x4 Tour
  • Grand Canyon South Rim Visit
  • Grand Canyon Sunset
  • Sedona Visit
  • Route 66 Visit
  • London Bridge Visit
  • Joshua Tree National Park Visit
  • Orientation Drive, Los Angeles
  • Entrance fees to all national parks with hiking and walking excursions
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Accommodations

Hotels (14 nts).

Meals

1 lunch, 1 dinner
Allow USD685-890 for meals not included.

Transportation

Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking

Staff & experts

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Departures

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National Parks & Bright Lights

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