Western Wonders
11 days / 10 nights
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What to expect:
Pheonix/Scottsdale » Grand Canyon National Park » Bryce Canyon National Park » Zion National Park » Las Vegas » Yoesemite National Park » San Francisco » Los Angeles.
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Included in this Tour:
♦ Accomodation for 10 nights, including taxes andporterage,
♦ Air–conditioned motorcoach and guide for the entire tour,
♦ Admissions to: Montezuma’s Castle, 17–Mile Drive and all National Parks.
Extras:
♦ Helicopter tours in Grand Canyon National Park and Las Vegas,
♦ Sightseeing flights in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park,
♦ Night tours of Las Vegas and San Francisco,
♦ Golden Gate Bridge and Sausalito Excursions,
♦ Western Dinner,
♦ Universal Studios,
♦ Disneyland,
♦ Disney’s California Adventure.
Important note:
During the summer months, some itineraries may operate as follows:
DAY 6: Las Vegas - Mammoth Mountain.
DAY 7: Mammoth Mountain - Yosemite area.
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Places you'll enjoy staying:
DAY 1 » Phoenix/Scottsdale - Marriott
DAY 2 » Grand Canyon - Canyon Plaza Quality Inn, Grand Canyon National Park Lodges or Holiday Inn Express
DAY 3 » Kanab/Mt/ Carmel/Bryce - Shilo Inn, Best Western or Bryce Bryce View Lodge
DAY 4 » Las Vegas - Circus Circus
DAY 5 » Las Vegas - Circus Circus
DAY 6 » Yosemite area - Comfort Inn Oakhurst, Miners Inn, Shilo Inn Oakhurst, Best Western Oakhurst or Comfort Inn Mariposa
DAY 7 » Yosemite area - Comfort Inn Oakhurst, Miners Inn, Shilo Inn Oakhurst, Best Western Oakhurst or Comfort Inn Mariposa
DAY 8 » San Francisco - Holiday Inn Civic Center or Hotel Whitcomb
DAY 9 » San Francisco - Holiday Inn Civic Center or Hotel Whitcomb
DAY 10 » California Coast - Santa Maria Inn, Best Western Royal Oak or Quality Inn Lompoc |
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Hotels before and after tour:
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Los Angeles » Phoenix/Scottsdale (400 m / 644 km)
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Board your motorcoach in Los Angeles, settle back and enjoy the scenery while traveling through the Mojave Desert across the Colorado River into Arizona. Discover the uniue charm of our desert oasis, Phoenix/Scottsdale, a blend of southwestern architecture and magnificent saguaro cactus. This is your introduction to the American West!
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Phoenix/Scottsdale » Sedona » Grand Canyon (237 m / 381 km)
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Morning departure through the garden desert of Arizona, visiting Montezuma’s Castle, the ancient Indian cliff dwellings of the Sinaguas tribe. The journey continues to the lovely city of Sedona and then through Oak Creek Canyon. The area, known for its spectacular landscapes, has been the setting of many movies. The day ends with a visit of the Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
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Grand Canyon » Monument Valley » Page/Lake Powell » Kanab area (380 m / 612 km)
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This morning, continue along the south rim of the Grand Canyon 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 and Lake Powell, one of the world’s largest man-made lakes. Later in the afternoon, cross the Colorado River and travel on to your final destination.
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Kanab area » Bryce Canyon » Zion » Las Vegas (323 m / 519 km)
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Early morning departure for the visit of a spectacular National Park: Bryce Canyon. The canyon has a symphony of colors and shapes that will leave you breathless. Continue on to Zion National Park, a popular destination with rock climbers for its unique landscapes and majestic plateaus. The wonders continue at our final destination Las Vegas, the city of lights and entertainment.
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Las Vegas
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Enjoy a day of leisure in Las Vegas. You have the choice of visiting some of the spectacular hotels, taking one of the many optional excursions offered, or simply relaxing by the pool. Las Vegas has something for everyone and you have the whole day to explore this world-famous city. |
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Las Vegas » Yosemite area (477 m / 768 km)
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Today you will journey via the Mojave Desert and through the dusty, picturesque town of Bakersfield. A scenic ride follows through the San Joaquin Valley’s traditional towns like Fresno and the Yosemite gateway town of Mariposa before your arrival at Yosemite National Park, the second National Park in the nation and the most popular natural tourist destination in California. |
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Yosemite
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Enjoy the highlights of the park including Yosemite Valley and its high cliffs and waterfalls; The park is also known for its wildlife: mule deer, coyotes, chipmunks, blue jays and occasionally even bears. |
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Yosemite area » San Francisco (166 m / 268 km)
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Leaving the Yosemite area you will travel through the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains, California’s gold country, on the way to “The City by the Bay”. Upon arrival, city sightseeing of one of the most beautiful cities in America: Union Square, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park and Fisherman’s Wharf with a view of infamous Alcatraz island across the bay. |
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San Francisco
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Day at leisure to enjoy San Francisco with its beautiful views, famous cable cars, parks and museums. You have the possibility of an optional tour to the quaint village of Sausalito in the morning. |
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10
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San Francisco » Monterey/Carmel » Santa Maria area (305 m / 490 km)
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Leave San Francisco and travel to Monterey, California’s first capital. After a stop in this beautiful seaside town, travel along stunning 17-Mile Drive known for its exclusive golf courses, beautiful views and distinctive fauna. After seeing the beauty of the 17-Mile Drive, visit the quaint and charming village of Carmel. Continue southward to the Santa Maria area. |
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Santa Maria area » Los Angeles (159 m / 255 km)
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En route to Los Angeles you will have a chance to explore Santa Barbara, often referred to as the pearl of the “American Riviera”. The city is known for its Spanish Colonial style architecture, lush vegetation and laid back lifestyle. We return to Los Angeles in the afternoon. |
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