East West Enchantment
17 days/16 nights
National parks, spectacular cities, two coasts - the complete experience!
What to expect
NIAGARA FALLS
TORONTO
WASHINGTON, DC
PHOENIX/SCOTTSDALE
GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK
BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK
ZION NATIONAL PARK
LAS VEGAS
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
SAN FRANCISCO
Your itinerary
DAY 1 MONDAY
New York City > Niagara Falls
(393 m/632 km)
Discover the beautiful and varied scenery of Upstate New York”on a leisurely drive through the legendary Catskill Mountains. Early evening arrival at Niagara Falls.
DAY 2 TUESDAY
Niagara Falls > Toronto > Niagara Falls
(212 m/339 km)
This morning depart for Toronto, where our orientation highlights this modern city. Then return to Niagara to experience the exhilarating Maid of the Mist cruise to the foot of Niagara’s Horseshoe Falls (in winter months, explore the Scenic Tunnels behind the Falls instead). This evening, enjoy an optional dinner with a panoramic view of the falls.
DAY 3 WEDNESDAY
Niagara Falls > Washington, DC
(432 m/691 km)
Early morning departure through Pennsylvania. Time permitting, a stop will be made at an Amish market. Arrive in Washington, D.C., the nation’s capital, in the early evening.
DAY 4 THURSDAY
Washington, DC
Our morning panoramic sightseeing tour is devoted to the landmarks and monuments of this great city: the White House, the Washington Monument, Arlington Cemetery and the US Capitol. Afternoon is free to explore one of the Smithsonian museums, such as the National Air and Space Museum.
DAY 5 FRIDAY
Washington, DC > Los Angeles
Transfer from your hotel for your flight to Los Angeles (flight is not included in the tour price). Upon arrival in Los Angeles, transfer from the airport to your hotel via the hotel’s shuttle.
DAY 6 SATURDAY
Los Angeles
Welcome to Los Angeles, capital of the film and television industry; a booming cultural mecca with over 300 museums and perpetual pleasant weather! Free day to relax at your hotel or explore the city on your own.
DAY 7 SUNDAY
Los Angeles > Phoenix/Scottsdale
(400 m/644 km)
Settle back and enjoy the scenery while traveling through the Mojave Desert across the Colorado River into Arizona. Discover the unique charm of our desert oasis, Phoenix/ Scottsdale, a blend of southwestern architecture and magnificent saguaro cactus. This is your introduction to the American West!
DAY 8 MONDAY
Phoenix/Scottsdale > Sedona > Grand Canyon
(237 m/381 km)
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 day ends with a visit of the Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
DAY 9 TUESDAY
Grand Canyon > Monument Valley > Page/Lake > Powell > Kanab area
(380 m/612 km)
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 largest man-made lakes. Later in the afternoon, cross the Colorado River and travel on to Kanab.
DAY 10 WEDNESDAY
Kanab area > Bryce Canyon > Zion > Las Vegas
(323 m/519 km)
Early morning departure for the visit of yet another 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.
DAY 11 THURSDAY
Las Vegas
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, to take the whole day to explore this worl-famous city.
DAY 12 FRIDAY
Las Vegas > Yosemite area
(477 m/768 km)
Today you will journey via the Mojave Desert. 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 most popular natural tourist destination in California.
DAY 13 SATURDAY
Yosemite
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.
DAY 14 SUNDAY
Yosemite area > San Francisco
(166 m/268 km)
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, enjoy city sightseeing of one of the most beautiful cities in America.
DAY 15 MONDAY
San Francisco
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.
DAY 16 TUESDAY
San Francisco > Monterey/Carmel > Santa Maria area
(305 m/490 km)
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. Visit the quaint and charming village of Carmel. Continue southward to the Santa Maria area.
DAY 17 WEDNESDAY
Santa Maria area > Los Angeles
(159 m/255 km)
En route to Los Angeles you will have a chance to explore Santa Barbara, often referred to as the pearl of the “American Riviera”. We return to Los Angeles in the afternoon.
Included in this tour
- Accomodation for 16 nights, including taxes and porterage
- Air–conditioned motorcoach and guide for the entire tour
- Admissions to: Maid of the Mist, or Scenic Tunnels, Montezuma’s Castle, Monument Valley, 17-Mile Drive and all National Parks
- Outbound Airport transfer in Washington, DC
- Inbound airport transfer in Los Angeles by hotel shuttle
Departure information
THE DEPARTURE DATES
Monday Departures 2012
Apr 2 · 9 · 16 · 23 · 30
May 7 · 14 · 21 ·28
Jun 4 · 11 · 18 · 25
Jul 2 · 9 · 16 · 23 · 30
Aug 6 · 13 · 20 · 27
Sep 3 · 10 · 17 · 24
Oct 1 · 8 · 15 · 22 · 29
Nov 12 · 26
Dec 10 · 24
Monday Departures 2013
Jan 7 · 21
Feb 4 · 18
Mar 4 · 18 · 25
Pick-up place and time
Italian & Spanish Passengers
07:00 AM
7:30 AM
MANHATTAN AT TIMES SQUARE
790 7TH AVENUE
German Passengers
08:00 AM
FAIRFIELD INN MANHATTAN TIMES SQUARE
330 WEST 40TH STREET
English & Dutch Passengers
07:30
MANHATTAN AT TIMES SQUARE
790 7th AVENUE
The places you’ll enjoy staying
DAY 1 & 2
Niagara Falls - Sheraton on the Falls, Sheraton at the Falls, Radisson Fallsview or Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls
DAY 3 & 4
Washington, DC - Hilton Washington, Marriott Wardman Park or Omni Shoreham
Day 5 & 6
Los Angeles - Los Angeles Airport Hilton
Day 7
Phoenix/Scottdale - Scottsdale Marriott at McDowell Mountains, Scottsdale Marriott Suites Old Town, Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak or Pointe Hilton at Squaw Peak
Day 8
Grand Canyon - Canyon Plaza, Grand Canyon National Park Lodges or Holiday Inn Express
Day 9
Kanab/Mt. Carmel/Bryce - Best Western Red Hills
Day 10 & 11
Las Vegas - Circus Circus
Day 12 & 13
Yosemite area - Comfort Inn Oakhurst, Shilo Inn Oakhurst, Best Western Oakhurst, Comfort Inn Mariposa or Miners Inn
Day 14 & 15
San Francisco - Holiday Inn Civic Center, Hotel Whitcomb or Holiday Inn Fisherman's Wharf
Day 16
California Coast - Santa Maria Inn, Best Western Royal Oak or Quality Inn Lompoc
Hotels are correct at the time of going to press, but are subject to change.
Important note
This tour may overnight in Niagara Falls, Canada. Certain nationalities may be required to possess a visa for entry into Canada from the United States. Should clients not have the necessary documentation, they will not be allowed to enter into Canada and will be liable for any additional cost incurred.
During the summer months, some itineraries may operate as follows:
DAY 6: Las Vegas Mammoth Mountain
DAY 7: Mammoth Mountain Yosemite area
Tour prices
| Booking Date | Single | Twin | Triple | Quad | Child |
| (Apr 01, 12 - Mar 31, 13) | $3210 | $4253 | $5739 | $7182 | $1044 |
Prices are per room.
Child price apllies to children 8 -16. Children under 8 are not accepted on Escorted tours.
All prices are based on coach rates and fuel price as of Jan 1, 12. Should these costs increace TravelsinUSA reserves the right to aply surcharge to any new bookings. Existing bookings will not be affected.
The extras (additional cost)
Skylon Tower Dinner
CN Tower Dinner
Night tour o Washington, DC
Helicopter tours in Grand Canyon National Park and Las Vegas
Sightseeing by Jeep in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
Western Dinner
Night tours of Las Vegas and San Francisco
Golden Gate Bridge and Sausalito Excursions
Universal Studios
Disneyland
Disney’s California Adventure
