Day 1: Los Angeles
Saturday or Wednesday: Los Angeles
Welcome to Los Angeles, the capital of the film and 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: Los Angeles
Sunday or Thursday: Los Angeles
This morning explore Los Angeles during a half-day city tour including the famous Hollywood Boulevard, Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, the “Walk of Fame” and Sunset Strip. Afternoon at leisure to relax at the hotel or perhaps to join an optional sightseeing tour.
Day 3: Las Vegas
Monday or Friday: Los Angeles - Las Vegas (270 m / 435 km)
Board the motorcoach in Los Angeles, settle back and enjoy the scenery while traveling through the desert to the man-made paradise of Las Vegas. Enjoy this boomtown resort, featuring non-stop casinos, fabulous entertainment, great restaurants and attractions.
Day 4: Cameron
Tuesday or Saturday: Las Vegas - Grand Canyon - Cameron Area (356 m / 572 km)
The journey continues through the Mojave Desert of Arizona towards Kingman, located along Historic Route 66. From here head east to Williams. Afternoon arrival at the Grand Canyon to visit one of the seven natural wonders of the world.
Day 5: Kanab
Wednesday or Sunday: Cameron Area - Monument Valley - Antelope Canyon X - Kanab Area (297 m / 478 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 for a visit of Antelope Canyon X. Late afternoon, cross the Colorado River before arriving in Kanab.
Day 6: Las Vegas
Thursday or Monday: Kanab Area - Bryce Canyon - Zion - Las Vegas (323 m / 519 km)
Early morning departure for a visit to a spectacular national park: Bryce Canyon. The canyon has a symphony of colors and shapes that will leave anyone breathless. Continue on to Zion National Park, a popular destination famous for its unique landscapes and majestic plateaus. The wonders continue at the final destination of today: Las Vegas, the city of lights and entertainment.
Day 7: Mammoth Lakes
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 8: Yosemite Area
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: deer, coyotes, chipmunks, blue jays and occasionally even bears.
Day 9: San Francisco
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 10: San Francisco
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 11:
Tuesday or Saturday: San Francisco
Transfer to SFO Airport on shared-ride basis.
