What kind of vehicle do you use for transportation?

We have air-conditioned private vehicles, then the trip will also include hiking and walking. For this trip we use 15-passenger vans for up to 14 people plus the CEO/Driver. These vans are durable vehicles that allow us to drive on most types of roads in North America. Each van has a front passenger seat and 4 benches that will accommodate 3 people each with mandatory seat belts to keep us secure and safe. No standing is permitted in these vehicles.

Querría saber más información sobre el plan para los días en el parque de las sequoias y en Yosemite. ¿Se hace senderismo en grupo? ¿Cómo es el nivel de dificultad, distancia recorrida y desnivel?

This tour has a Physical Rating of 3 out of 5 - Suitable for average fitness levels. This may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking. Your hike on Day 2 is as follows; General Sherman Giant Forest Hike / Sequoia National Park - 12km. Hike amongst some of the most impressive living things on Earth, giant Sequoias. This trip through the misty heights of the Sierras will take you through the home of General Sherman, the largest tree alive. Tour the other enormous trees and catch some amazing views of the mountains through the forest on this epic hike. Hiking distance: 12km (7.5 mi) Elevation change: 549m (1800 ft). The following day is a 1km hike, nothing too difficult at all.

Do you have the option to upgrade and choose a private room for an additional cost?

We do not charge a mandatory single supplement, as you would be sharing with another solo traveller of the same gender in the group. If you would prefer to upgrade to the optional My Own Room supplement, you can anticipate approximately USD $1299.00 in addition to the base rate, but we would need to know your departure date to properly quote.

Tour says suitable to 99 however it mentions hiking and walking...I am not 99 but someone with back and leg problems; can't walk more than 200-300 meters on flat surface without getting cramps. Should I not considered this tour?

This tour has a lot of walking and included hikes as well as optional hikes which are highlights of the trip. It involves walking for distances quite a bit longer than 200-300 m and are not flat surfaces due to the nature of this region/area. I recommend taking a look through the itinerary in detail before booking this one as it is a level 3/5 on the physical rating level and our tours overall are quite active.

Is this trip still available if yes, I need to ask some questions.

Best of California really is a great trip with a good mix of time in nature and the city. You do spend some time in San Francisco and you could always depart a day later to be able to explore LA. There are plenty of day tours out there.

Best of California

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From Las Vegas to Los Angeles

4.7 (3 reviews)

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A tour that starts fast-paced, filled with breathtaking views of nature, and ends with a chilled out west coast cali vibe!
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Nature & Wildlife: Explore untamed landscapes teeming with wildlife
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Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 10 - 13
Ages 12+

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Itinerary

Intro
Introduction
Day 1
Las Vegas to Bakersfield
Las Vegas to Bakersfield
Accommodation
Hotel (Four Points Sheraton Bakersfield)
Included Activities
- Death Valley National Park Visit
- Meet Your CEO and Group
Landmarks
Death Valley National Park
Furnace Creek
Badwater Basin
Zabriskie Point
Day 2
Bakersfield to Visalia
Bakersfield to Visalia
Accommodation
Hotel (Wyndham Visalia)
Included Activities
- General Sherman Giant Forest Hike
- Sequoia National Park Visit
Optional Activities
- Sequoia Stargazing
Landmarks
Sequoia National Park
General Sherman
Giant Forest
Congress Trail
Day 3
Sequoia National Park
Sequoia National Park
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Wyndham Visalia)
Included Activities
- Buena Vista Peak Hike
- Sequoia National Park Visit
Landmarks
Sequoia National Park
Grant Grove
Buena Vista Peak
Day 4
Visalia to Yosemite National Park
Visalia to Yosemite National Park
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakhurst)
Included Activities
- Yosemite National Park Visit
Landmarks
Yosemite National Park
Half Dome
El Capitan
Bridalveil Fall
Day 5
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park
Meals
Lunch
Accommodation
Hotel (Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakhurst)
Included Activities
- Mist Trail to Vernal and Nevada Falls Hike
- Yosemite National Park Visit
Optional Activities
- Lower Yosemite Fall Trail Walk
- Bridalveil Fall Trail Walk
- Yosemite Bike Rental (30-40 USD per person)
Landmarks
Yosemite National Park
Mist Trail
Vernal Fall
Nevada Fall
Half Dome
Liberty Cap
Mount Broderick
Lower Yosemite Fall Trail
Bridalveil Fall Trail
El Capitan
Day 6
Yosemite National Park to San Francisco
Yosemite National Park to San Francisco
Accommodation
Hotel (Stanford Court Hotel)
Optional Activities
- Cable Car Ride San Francisco (7 USD per person)
- Sunset Sailing San Francisco (Mon-Wed)
- Golden Gate Bridge Visit (Free)
- San Francisco City Tour
Landmarks
Haight Ashbury
Golden Gate Park
Golden Gate Bridge
Fisherman's Wharf
Day 7
San Francisco to Monterey
San Francisco to Monterey
Optional Activities
- Cable Car Ride San Francisco (7 USD per person)
Landmarks
Monterey Aquarium
Old Fisherman's Wharf
Cannery Row
Day 8
Monterey to Santa Maria
Monterey to Santa Maria
Included Activities
- 17-Mile Drive Monterey
Landmarks
17-Mile Drive
Day 9
Santa Maria to Los Angeles
Santa Maria to Los Angeles

Landmarks
Death Valley National Park
Furnace Creek
Badwater Basin
Zabriskie Point

Landmarks
Sequoia National Park
General Sherman
Giant Forest
Congress Trail

Landmarks
Sequoia National Park
Grant Grove
Buena Vista Peak

Landmarks
Yosemite National Park
Half Dome
El Capitan
Bridalveil Fall

Landmarks
Yosemite National Park
Mist Trail
Vernal Fall
Nevada Fall
Half Dome
Liberty Cap
Mount Broderick
Lower Yosemite Fall Trail
Bridalveil Fall Trail
El Capitan

Landmarks
Haight Ashbury
Golden Gate Park
Golden Gate Bridge
Fisherman's Wharf

Landmarks
Monterey Aquarium
Old Fisherman's Wharf
Cannery Row

Landmarks
17-Mile Drive

Accommodation
Guide
Meals
Additional Services
Transport

What's Not Included

Flights
Insurance
Optional
Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

Four Points Sheraton Bakersfield
Hotel
day 1
Wyndham Visalia
Hotel
Days 2, 3
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakhurst
Hotel
Days 4, 5
Stanford Court Hotel
Hotel
day 6

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Traveler Reviews

4.7

Overall rating based on 3 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.0
Food
2.0
Tour Operator
4.7

Robin4.0•August 2024
I like to being able to see both the national parks and some cities. They appreciated that it was the best of...
I like to being able to see both the national parks and some cities. They appreciated that it was the best of California and not just one section. However, I think it would’ve been nice to spend a little more time in the cities as it seemed like we didn’t get enough of time there. There’s only one thing I really didn’t like, which was the fact that we had to buy all of our lunches, with the exception of the two that were provided. Did with another company all the meals were provided for. Which means we paid for them upfront, didn’t have to worry about buying them every day.Show more
Traveled in July 2024
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Thank you so much for sharing your feedback, Robin. We will pass your feedback on to the appropriate teams for future suitability.
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Siobhan5.0•October 2022
A tour that starts fast-paced, filled with breathtaking views of nature, and ends with a chilled out west coast cali...
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Traveled in October 2022
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Hi! So great to hear! Thank you for reaching out.
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Elle5.0•June 2022
Just perfect! I got to know so many nice people and doing a trip like this together was a perfect opportunity. The...
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Traveled in June 2022
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Stacey
Asked on December 27th, 2024
What kind of vehicle do you use for transportation?
Transport
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  We have air-conditioned private vehicles, then the trip will also include hiking and walking. For this trip we use 15-passenger vans for up to 14 people plus the CEO/Driver. These vans are durable vehicles that allow us to drive on most types of roads in North America. Each van has a front passenger seat and 4 benches that will accommodate 3 people each with mandatory seat belts to keep us secure and safe. No standing is permitted in these vehicles.
- S
  Stacey
  Traveler•Written December 2024
  Can you tell me the hotel that the tour begins so that I can get an idea of the area, and cost? Also, will the driver drop me off at the LAX airport when the tour is over?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written December 2024
  The start hotel we currently use is Golden Nugget Las Vegas, and yes, the tour ends at LAX airport.
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Nicole
Asked on April 4th, 2024
Querría saber más información sobre el plan para los días en el parque de las sequoias y en Yosemite. ¿Se hace senderismo en grupo? ¿Cómo es el nivel de dificultad, distancia recorrida y desnivel?
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2024
  This tour has a Physical Rating of 3 out of 5 - Suitable for average fitness levels. This may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking. Your hike on Day 2 is as follows; General Sherman Giant Forest Hike / Sequoia National Park - 12km. Hike amongst some of the most impressive living things on Earth, giant Sequoias. This trip through the misty heights of the Sierras will take you through the home of General Sherman, the largest tree alive. Tour the other enormous trees and catch some amazing views of the mountains through the forest on this epic hike. Hiking distance: 12km (7.5 mi) Elevation change: 549m (1800 ft). The following day is a 1km hike, nothing too difficult at all.
- N
  Nicole
  Traveler•Written April 2024
  Thank you for the information. And what about the hikes in Yosemite?
- G AdventuresOperator•Written April 2024
  Mist Trail to Vernal and Nevada Falls Hike Yosemite National Park / 5h-6h. 11km. Take the storied Mist Trail as it traverses up the valley, with visits to Vernal and Nevada Falls. Return along the John Muir Trail. Be prepared for a long hike, and incredible scenery! Distance: 11.2km (7 mi), Elevation Change: 610m (2000 ft)
D
Donald
Asked on October 5th, 2022
Do you have the option to upgrade and choose a private room for an additional cost?
Accommodation
Single supplement
- G AdventuresOperator•Written October 2022
  We do not charge a mandatory single supplement, as you would be sharing with another solo traveller of the same gender in the group. If you would prefer to upgrade to the optional My Own Room supplement, you can anticipate approximately USD $1299.00 in addition to the base rate, but we would need to know your departure date to properly quote.
L
Luis
Asked on May 9th, 2022
Tour says suitable to 99 however it mentions hiking and walking...I am not 99 but someone with back and leg problems; can't walk more than 200-300 meters on flat surface without getting cramps. Should I not considered this tour?
Tour Details
Travel Support
- G AdventuresOperator•Written May 2022
  This tour has a lot of walking and included hikes as well as optional hikes which are highlights of the trip. It involves walking for distances quite a bit longer than 200-300 m and are not flat surfaces due to the nature of this region/area. I recommend taking a look through the itinerary in detail before booking this one as it is a level 3/5 on the physical rating level and our tours overall are quite active.
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Abigail
Asked on March 29th, 2022
Is this trip still available if yes, I need to ask some questions.
Price / Availability
Tour Details
- G AdventuresOperator•Written March 2022
  Best of California really is a great trip with a good mix of time in nature and the city. You do spend some time in San Francisco and you could always depart a day later to be able to explore LA. There are plenty of day tours out there.

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