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Western USA National Parks Explorer (Spring - Autumn)

15 days
From San Francisco to Las Vegas
4.3
7 traveler reviews

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 7 - 13
Ages 16+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    San Francisco

    Start point
    610 Geary St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA (Adante Hotel, Hotel reception, 17:00)
    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Clift Royal Sonesta)

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Fisherman's Wharf to view Alcatraz and Golden Gate Bridge
    Landmarks
    Fisherman's Wharf
    Alcatraz
    Golden Gate Bridge
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  2. Day 2

    San Francisco

    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Clift Royal Sonesta)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Alamo Square to see Victorian architecture
    • Explore Haight Ashbury district
    • Drive through Twin Peaks district for city and bay views (weather dependent)
    • Visit Fisherman's Wharf to see Golden Gate Bridge and sea lions

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Lombard Street
    • Visit Coit Tower
    • Ride cable cars from various locations to Union Square and Market Street
    • Walk to Chinatown
    Landmarks
    Alamo Square
    Haight Ashbury
    Twin Peaks
    Fisherman's Wharf
    Golden Gate Bridge
    Lombard Street
    Coit Tower
    Union Square
    Chinatown
  3. Day 3

    San Francisco to Oakhurst

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Fairfield Inn & Suites Oakhurst Yosemite)

    Included Activities

    • Visit viewpoints in Yosemite Valley
    • Possible walks to Yosemite Falls and Bridalveil Falls viewpoints
    Landmarks
    Yosemite National Park
    Half Dome
    El Capitan
    Yosemite Falls
    Bridalveil Falls
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  4. Day 4

    Yosemite National Park

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Fairfield Inn & Suites Oakhurst Yosemite)

    Included Activities

    • Explore wilderness areas and viewpoints in Yosemite National Park

    Optional Activities

    • Hike from Glacier Point along Panorama and Mist Trail (challenging 4-6 hours)
    • Various moderate hikes throughout the park
    • Leisurely walks and strolls
    • Visit Yosemite Valley
    Landmarks
    Glacier Point
    Mist Trail
    Nevada Fall
    Vernal Fall
    Half Dome
  5. Day 5

    Yosemite to Bakersfield

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Four Points by Sheraton)

    Included Activities

    • Walk among giant sequoia trees in the Sierra Nevada
    Landmarks
    Giant Sequoia Trees (Sierra Nevada)
  6. Day 6

    Bakersfield to Las Vegas

    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Strat Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Death Valley
    Landmarks
    Death Valley
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  7. Day 7

    Las Vegas to Hurricane (Zion)

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Sleep Inn & Suites Hurricane)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zion Canyon
    • Possible hike along Watchman's Trail (moderate 2 hours)

    Optional Activities

    • Various easier or more challenging trails in Zion Canyon
    Landmarks
    Zion Canyon
    Watchman's Trail
    Towers of the Virgin
    Altar of Sacrifice
    The Watchman
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  8. Day 8

    Zion National Park to Bryce Canyon

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Bryce View Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Zion National Park visitor centre
    • Take shuttle bus to walk starts
    • Join moderate-level hike with tour leader

    Optional Activities

    • Hike to Scout's Lookout (challenging 4 hours with 21 steep switchbacks - Walter's Wiggles)
    • Various easier or more challenging trails (5-13 kilometres ranging in elevation gain up to 600 metres)
    • Use park shuttle bus to explore valley floor with regular stops
    Landmarks
    Zion National Park
    Scout's Lookout
    Walter's Wiggles
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  9. Day 9

    Bryce Canyon to Moab

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Big Horn Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Explore Bryce Canyon National Park
    • Hike Navajo Loop or Queen's Garden trail
    • Visit Capitol Reef National Park
    • Take short hike at Capitol Reef

    Optional Activities

    • Early morning drive to Sunrise Point to watch sunrise
    Landmarks
    Bryce Canyon National Park
    Sunrise Point
    Navajo Loop
    Queen's Garden
    Capitol Reef National Park
  10. Day 10

    Moab and Arches National Park

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Big Horn Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Hike Devil's Garden (4 hours)
    • Walk around The Windows Loop (approximately 90 minutes)
    • Sunset hike to Delicate Arch (2 hours)
    Landmarks
    Arches National Park
    Devil's Garden
    The Windows Loop
    Delicate Arch
    La Sal
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  11. Day 11

    Moab to Page (via Monument Valley)

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Courtyard Marriott)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Monument Valley

    Optional Activities

    • Optional guided jeep tour of Monument Valley with Navajo guide
    Landmarks
    Navajo Reservation
    Monument Valley
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  12. Day 12

    Page to Grand Canyon

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Red Feather Lodge)

    Included Activities

    • Walk to Horseshoe Bend viewpoint
    • View Grand Canyon from Yavapai Point

    Optional Activities

    • Visit Antelope Canyon
    • Spend time at Lake Powell
    Landmarks
    Antelope Canyon
    Lake Powell
    Horseshoe Bend
    Grand Canyon
    Yavapai Point
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  13. Day 13

    Grand Canyon

    Accommodation
    Hotel (Red Feather Lodge)

    Optional Activities

    • Hike various parts of the rim trail (easy to moderate)
    • Hike Bright Angel Trail (steeper walk below rim)
    • Helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon
    • Use park shuttle service to explore the rim
    Landmarks
    Grand Canyon Rim Trail
    Bright Angel Trail
  14. Day 14

    Grand Canyon to Las Vegas

    Accommodation
    Hotel (The Strat Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Drive along Route 66
    • Pass through Kingman
    • Pass through Seligman
    Landmarks
    Route 66
    Kingman
    Seligman
  15. Day 15

    Las Vegas Departure

    End point
    2000 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104, USA (Stratosphere Hotel, Hotel reception, 09:00)
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Las Vegas International Airport
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4.3
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    4.7
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    June 8th, 2023
    3.3
    Zion, Bryce Canyon, Grand Canyon, Mese Verde
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    August 11th, 2023
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    The whole trip was a series of highlights!
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    September 21st, 2023
    4.3
    Visit to Bryce Canyon Walks in Zion National Park Each day bringing a different experience Visit to Antelope Canyon
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    September 22nd, 2023
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    Bryce Canyon was awesome, has to be seen to be believed. Antelope Canyon and Grand Canyon were also amazing. All...
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    September 23rd, 2023
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    All of the parks were highlighted worthy but my favourites were Bryce Canyon and the Monument Valley jeep tour. The...
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    September 24th, 2023
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    Almost every day was another stunning sight - another Wow moment! All the parks/canyons were incredible.
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    May 25th, 2022
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