Itinerary
- Day 1
Las Vegas to Bishop
The day starts with pickup at Palms Casino at 8:00 am, then you'll head northeast into California toward Death Valley National Park. This is one of the hottest and driest spots in North America, so expect intense heat and unique desert landscapes. You'll stop at several key spots including Zabriskie Point for some great views and photos, Artist's Palette with its colorful rock formations, and Badwater Basin where the salt flats stretch out in front of you. There's also time at Furnace Creek Visitor Center to learn more about the park, plus Devil's Golf Course and Mesquite Sand Dunes for short walks and more photos. After having a picnic lunch somewhere in the park, you'll continue driving north to Bishop for the night, arriving by late afternoon or early evening.
- Meals
- Lunch (Picnic lunch in Death Valley National Park)
Included Activities
- Tour of Death Valley National Park
- Photo stops and short walks at Zabriskie Point, Artist's Palette, Badwater Basin Salt flats, Furnace Creek Visitor Center, Devil's Golf Course, and Mesquite Sand Dunes
- Entrance to Death Valley National Park
Landmarks Death Valley National Park Zabriskie Point Artist's Palette Badwater Basin Furnace Creek Visitor Center Devil's Golf Course Mesquite Sand Dunes 
- Day 2
Bishop to Yosemite National Park
Today involves driving to Yosemite National Park on a scenic route that crosses Tioga Pass. Along the way, you'll pass through some notable areas like Olmsted Point where the views open up nicely, Lake Tenaya which sits along the route, and Tuolumne Meadows with its wide alpine landscape. Once you arrive at Yosemite, stop by the Valley Visitor Center to get oriented and hear from your guide about what the park has to offer. This short orientation tour helps set the stage for exploring the valley and gives context for the natural features you'll see over the next couple of days.
Included Activities
- Scenic drive with views of Olmsted Point, Lake Tenaya, and Tuolumne Meadows
- Visit to Yosemite Valley Visitor Center
- Short orientation tour of Yosemite with guide
- Entrance to Yosemite National Park
Landmarks Yosemite National Park Tioga Pass Olmsted Point Lake Tenaya Tuolumne Meadows 
- Day 3
Yosemite National Park
You'll spend the entire day in Yosemite National Park with a mix of guided group walks and personal exploration time. Your tour guide leads walks to see Bridalveil Falls and Lower Yosemite Falls, both classic features of the valley, and you'll get views of the iconic Half Dome and El Capitan rock formations from various spots. Keep an eye out for wildlife as you walk around since deer are common, and you might spot marmots, bobcats, or even black bears from a safe distance. The balance between group activities and free time lets you either follow the guide or wander off to find your own favorite spots in the valley.
- Meals
- Lunch (Deli style lunch)
Included Activities
- Full day exploration of Yosemite National Park
- Group walks led by tour guide
- Visit to Bridalveil Falls
- Visit to Lower Yosemite Falls
- Views of Half Dome and El Capitan
Optional Activities
- Additional independent exploration and hiking in Yosemite National Park
Landmarks Yosemite National Park Bridalveil Falls Lower Yosemite Falls Half Dome El Capitan 
- Day 4
Yosemite National Park to San Francisco
You'll leave Yosemite and drive about 3.5 hours west across California to reach San Francisco. Once in the city, an included sightseeing tour takes you to the major highlights like the Golden Gate Bridge for photos and views, Fisherman's Wharf with its shops and activity, Pier 39 along the waterfront, and the historic Haight Ashbury neighborhood known for its hippie culture and vintage character. The tour wraps up around 5:00 pm when you'll be dropped off in the city centre, giving you the rest of the evening to settle in or explore on your own.
- Meals
- Lunch (Deli style lunch)
Included Activities
- Approximately 3.5 hour drive from Yosemite to San Francisco
- City tour of San Francisco
- Visit to Golden Gate Bridge
- Visit to Fisherman's Wharf
- Visit to Pier 39
- Visit to Haight Ashbury
Landmarks Golden Gate Bridge Fisherman's Wharf Pier 39 Haight Ashbury 
