Western Wonders

 

12 days / 11 nights

The complete west coast experience – national parks, spectacular cities!

 

 

 

What to expect


LOS ANGELES > PHOENIX / SCOTTSDALE > GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK > MONUMENT VALLEY > BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK > ZION NATIONAL PARK > LAS VEGAS > YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK > CARMEL > 17-MILE DRIVE > MONTEREY > SAN FRANCISCO

 

 

Your itinerary

 

DAY 1 FRIDAY OR TUESDAY
Los Angeles
Welcome to Los Angeles, the capital of the film an television industry, a booming cultural mecca with over 300 museums and perpetual pleasant weather! Upon arrival at the airport, transfer to the hotel either via the hotel’s shuttle (Airport Option) or on a seat-in basis (Downtown Option)

 

DAY 2 SATURDAY OR WEDNESDAY
Los Angeles
This morning explore Los Angeles during a half-day city tour including the famous Hollywood Boulevard, Graumann’s Chinese Theatre, the “Walk of Fame”, Sunset Strip and Downtown Los Angeles. Afternoon at leisure to relax at the hotel or perhaps to join an optional sightseeing tour.

 

DAY 3 SUNDAY OR THURSDAY
Los Angeles > Phoenix/Scottsdale
(400 m/644 km)
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 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 4 MONDAY OR FRIDAY

Phoenix/Scottsdale > Sedona > Grand Canyon > Flagstaff Area
(212 m/502 km)
This morning the journey continues through the garden desert of Arizona 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.


DAY 5 TUESDAY OR SATURDAY

Grand Canyon > Monument Valley > Page > Kanab area

(395 m / 635 km)

This morning, continue 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. Later in the afternoon, cross the Colorado River before arriving in Kanab.

 

DAY 6 WEDNESDAY OR SUNDAY

Kanab area > Bryce Canyon > Zion > Las Vegas
(323 m/519 km)
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.


DAY 7 THURSDAY OR MONDAY

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 and you have the whole day to explore this world-famous city.

 

 

DAY 8 FRIDAY OR TUESDAY
Las Vegas  > Mammoth Lakes
(347 m/559 km)
Today, journey through the Mojave Desert before ascending into the High Sierras, and the resort of Mammoth Lakes. This picturesque resort is famous as both a summer and winter destination, and provides breathtaking scenery and stunning views of surrounding areas.

 

DAY 9 SATURDAY OR WEDNESDAY

Mammoth Lakes > Yosemite Area

(109 m/175 km)

Travel the short distance through the High Sierras to Yosemite National Park, the most popular natural tourist destination in California. 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 10 SUNDAY OR THURSDAY

Yosemite Area > Carmel > 17-Mile Drive > Monterey > San Francisco

(286 m/459 km)
Leaving the Yosemite area, travel west to Carmel located on the Pacific Ocean. From this quaint and charming village travel along stunning 17-Mile Drive*, known for its exclusive golf courses, beautiful views and distinctive fauna, to Monterey, California’s first capital. Continue northward to “The City by the Bay”.


DAY 11 MONDAY OR FRIDAY
San Francisco
This morning, enjoy city sightseeing of one of the most beautiful cities in America including highlights such as Union Square, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park and Fisherman’s Wharf with a view of infamous Alcatraz Island across the bay. Afternoon at leisure, or embark on an optional tour to the quaint village of Sausalito.

 

DAY 12 TUESDAY OR SATURDAY

San Francisco

Transfer to SFO Airport on seat-in basis.

 

 

 

Included in this tour

 

Option 1 / Airport

> Arrival transfer (hotel shuttle, no Meet and Greet) to Hilton Los Angeles Airport

> Accommodation for 11 nights, including taxes and porterage (excluding Los Angeles)

> Air–conditioned motorcoach and guide for the entire tour (excluding airport transfers)

> City sightseeing of Los Angeles and San Francisco

> Admissions to: Monument Valley, 17–Mile Drive and all National Parks

> Departure transfer (seat in basis, no guide assistance) – SFO Airport only

 

Option 2 / Downtown

> Meet and Greet and arrival transfer (seat-in basis) to L.A. Grand Hotel Downtown*

> Accommodation for 11 nights, including taxes and porterage (excluding Los Angeles)

> Air–conditioned motorcoach and guide for the entire tour (excluding airport transfers)

> City sightseeing of Los Angeles and San Francisco

> Admissions to: Monument Valley, 17–Mile Drive and all National Parks

> Departure transfer (seat in basis, no guide assistance) – SFO Airport only

 

* The departures of June 11, July 26 and July 30 will be accommodated at an alternate property in Century City or Beverly Hills.

 

 

THE DEPARTURE DATES


Departures 2021

May 3 • 10 • 17 • 24 • 31

Jun 7 • 14 • 21 • 28

Jul 5 • 12 • 19 • 26

Aug 2 • 9 • 16 • 23 • 30

Sep 6 • 13 • 20 • 27

Oct 4 • 11 • 18 • 25

Nov 1 • 8 • 22

Dec 6 • 20

 

Departures 2021

Apr 30

May 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

 

 

Pick-up Place and Time

English, Dutch, German, Italian, Spanish & Portuguese Passengers

 

Western Wonders - LA City Tour - Day 2:

 

08:00AM

HILTON LOS ANGELES AIRPORT

5711 WEST CENTURY BOULEVARD

LOS ANGELES

 

09:00AM

THE L.A. GRAND HOTEL DOWNTOWN

333 S FIGUEROA STREET

LOS ANGELES

 

Western Wonders - Departure to Phoenix - Day 3:

 

07:00AM

HILTON LOS ANGELES AIRPORT

5711 WEST CENTURY BOULEVARD

LOS ANGELES

 

08:00AM

THE L.A. GRAND HOTEL DOWNTOWN

333 S FIGUEROA STREET

LOS ANGELES

 


Hotel selection

 

Day 1 > Los Angeles – Hilton Los Angeles Airport or L.A. Grand Hotel Downtown*

Day 2 > Los Angeles – Hilton Los Angeles Airport or L.A. Grand Hotel Downtown*

Day 3 > Phoenix/Scottsdale – Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs

Day 4 > Flagstaff Area - Cameron Trading Post, Fairfield Inn & Suites Flagstaff East, Hampton Inn & Suites Flagstaff East

Day 5 > Kanab Area – Best Western Red Hills, Parry Lodge, Days Inn

Day 6 > Las Vegas – Excalibur Hotel & Casino

Day 7 > Las Vegas – Excalibur Hotel & Casino

Day 8 > Mammoth Lakes – Mammoth Mountain Inn

Day 9 > Yosemite Area – DoubleTree Modesto, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chowchilla

Day 10 > San Francisco – Hilton San Francisco Union Square, Parc 55 San Francisco

Day 11 > San Francisco – Hilton San Francisco Union Square, Parc 55 San Francisco

 

Hotels are correct at the time of going to press, but are subject to change.

 

 

Important note

 

Some departures may operate as follows:

DAY 8: Las Vegas > Yosemite Area

DAY 9: Yosemite Area

 

The departure of August 9 will not enter 17-Mile Drive as it will be closed due to “Pebble Beach Concourse d’Elegance”.

 

 

Tour price with Pre and Post tour package (AIRPORT):

 

Booking date Single Double Triple Quad Child Breakfast
(Apr 01, 2021 - Mar 31, 2022) $2707 $1786 $1544 $1423 $856 $276

 

 

Tour price with Pre and Post tour package (DOWNTOWN):

 

Booking date Single Double Triple Quad Child Breakfast
(Apr 01, 2021 - Mar 31, 2022) $2903 $1885 $1645 $1524 $928 $281

 

Prices are per person.

Child price applies to children 8 - 16. Children under 8 are not accepted on Escorted Tours.

 

 

Breakfast (additional cost)


Upgrade to daily Continental Breakfast (up to 11 extra meals) with complimentary upgrade to American Breakfast when available.

 

 

The extras (additional cost)


Helicopter tours in Grand Canyon National Park and Las Vegas > Sightseeing by Jeep in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park > Night tours of Las Vegas and San Francisco > Golden Gate Bridge and Sausalito Excursions > Western Dinner.

 

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