Western Express Southbound
8 days
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$ 1999
Duration8 days
From Joshua trees and the Grand Canyon to roadside burger joints and the cosmopolitan streets of San Francisco, this region is loaded with the intriguing and the incredible. Best of all, the San Francisco to Los Angeles itinerary is structured so that those short on time can experience the region's best. At any of the sights you’ll get great pictures and a greater appreciation of what you’re seeing. Best of all, national park entrances fees are included, so you can explore Yosemite and still try your luck in Las Vegas.
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Duration: 8 daysService level: Standard
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Physical Grading: Average
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Ages: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: San Francisco
There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.
We highly recommend booking pre-accommodation to fully experience this famous city.
We highly recommend booking pre-accommodation to fully experience this famous city.
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: San 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.
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 3: Yosemite National Park/Bakersfield
Head to the Yosemite Valley. Take short hikes to majestic waterfalls, clear lakes, beautiful meadows or walk amongst giant sequoias in Yosemite National Park. With a keen eye, you may be lucky enough to spot black bears, deer or coyotes.
Drive to Bakersfield for the night.
Drive to Bakersfield for the night.
Hike past Yosemite's waterfalls and amongst the giant sequoias while keeping a keen eye out for wildlife.
Day 4: Bakersfield/Las Vegas
Visit desolate Death Valley — the hottest, driest, and lowest spot on the continent. Carry on to Las Vegas and explore the famous Vegas strip. Opt to take a limousine tour or try your luck at the slots.
Day 5: Las Vegas/Grand Canyon National Park
Travel Route 66 from Vegas, stopping at a wacky burger joint along the way. Continue the drive to one of the earth's greatest on-going geological spectacles, the Grand Canyon.
Take a short hike (weather permitting) at the most spectacular gorge in the world and enjoy a pizza dinner at the rim while watching a stunning sunset.
Take a short hike (weather permitting) at the most spectacular gorge in the world and enjoy a pizza dinner at the rim while watching a stunning sunset.
Travel to the Grand Canyon via Route 66. Take a short hike (weather permitting) along the rim of the Grand Canyon before sunset at the rim.
Pizza dinner overlooking the Grand Canyon.
Meals: D
Day 6: Grand Canyon National Park/Lake Havasu City
Spend the morning at the Grand Canyon before continuing the drive towards Lake Havasu City.
Opt to go for a dip in the Colorado River or check out the famous London Bridge.
Opt to go for a dip in the Colorado River or check out the famous London Bridge.
Pre-book a bird's-eye view of the Grand Canyon with an optional helicopter flight. Take a final morning at this world wonder before heading to Lake Havasu City, next to the crystal-clear waters of the Colorado River.
Note: If you have pre booked the Grand Canyon Helicopter Ride you will enjoy your 45-50min ride over the canyon today.
Day 7: Lake Havasu City/Los Angeles
Depart Lake Havasu City and head towards Los Angeles. Hike among the boulders and famous Joshua trees in Joshua Tree National Park.
In the afternoon, see the stars on the most famous sidewalk in Hollywood on a drive through the city. Pass Beverly Hills and view one of the world's most exclusive 3-block districts, Rodeo Drive.
In the afternoon, see the stars on the most famous sidewalk in Hollywood on a drive through the city. Pass Beverly Hills and view one of the world's most exclusive 3-block districts, Rodeo Drive.
Visit Joshua Tree National Park en route to the City of Angels. Enjoy an orientation of Los Angeles. Drive along Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills before spending a night on the town.
Day 8: Los Angeles
We highly recommend booking post-accommodation to fully experience this fascinating city.
Depart at any time.
Inclusions
Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Yosemite NP Visit
- Death Valley NP Visit
- Grand Canyon NP Visit
- Joshua Tree NP Visit
- Route 66 Visit
- Sunset at the rim of the Grand Canyon
- Fremont Street Experience, Las Vegas
- Entrance fees to all national parks with hiking and walking excursions
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
- June to September Tour Start Dates Only: Self-inflating mattresses and dome tents for camping by Yosemite and Grand Canyon National Parks
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Transport
Air-conditioned private touring van, Walking, Hiking -
Accommodation
October-May Start Dates: Hotels (7 nts) June-September Start Dates: Hotels (5 nts), Participation camping (2 nts) -
Meals
1 dinners