Itinerary
Day 1 LOS ANGELES
Welcome to Los Angeles! Your Tour Director is available from 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. to answer any questions.After settling into your hotel, enjoy time to explore on your own. Visit nearby art museums such as The Broad or the Museum of Contemporary Art, sample the city's diverse dining scene, or simply relax by the hotel pool before your adventure begins.LOS-ANGELES-SKYLINE.jpg
Day 2 LOS ANGELES
Begin the day with a sightseeing tour of Hollywood. See the world-famous TCL Chinese Theatre, one of the most iconic movie palaces in the United States, and the Dolby Theatre, home of the Academy Awards. Continue along Hollywood Boulevard to view the famous Hollywood Walk of Fame, where thousands of stars honor achievements in film, television, music, radio, and live performance.Visit The Original Farmers Market, a Los Angeles landmark featuring dozens of shops and eateries, then head to Santa Monica to enjoy the historic pier and views of the Pacific coastline.The remainder of the day is free for independent exploration. Your Tour Director will be happy to offer suggestions for making the most of your time in Los Angeles.LOS-ANGELES-WALK-OF-FAME.jpg
Day 3 LOS ANGELES–PALM SPRINGS
Travel to Palm Springs, a desert resort city known for its year-round sunshine, mountain scenery, and distinctive mid-century architecture. Once a favorite retreat for Hollywood celebrities seeking relaxation away from Los Angeles, Palm Springs remains one of Southern California's most popular vacation destinations.Enjoy time to explore the area or choose an optional ride aboard the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway. Featuring the world's largest rotating tramcar, the journey climbs more than 8,000 feet into the San Jacinto Mountains offering spectacular views of Chico Canyon and the Coachella Valley below.PALM-SPRINGS.jpg
Day 4 PALM SPRINGS–SCOTTSDALE-PHOENIX
Travel through the Sonoran Desert to Old Town Scottsdale, where historic storefronts, western-inspired architecture, art galleries, and local boutiques reflect the city's blend of Old West heritage and modern Southwestern culture.Enjoy free time to explore the unique shops, relax at a sidewalk café, discover local art, or soak up the atmosphere in this unique desert city.SCOTTSDALE.jpg
Day 5 PHOENIX–SEDONA–GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK–WILLIAMS
Begin the day in Sedona, renowned for its striking red-rock formations, vibrant arts community, and spectacular desert scenery. Then travel through scenic Oak Creek Canyon, where towering cliffs and colorful rock formations line the winding route.Continue north past the San Francisco Peaks and through ponderosa pine forests before arriving at the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Take in sweeping views of one of North America's most iconic landscapes, carved by the Colorado River over millions of years.For a different perspective, consider an exhilarating optional helicopter flightseeing excursion above the canyon. Later, continue to Williams, a historic Route 66 town, for an overnight stay.GRAND-CANYON.jpg
Breakfast
Day 6 WILLIAMS–LAS VEGAS
Travel across the vast landscapes of the Mojave Desert, passing rugged terrain dotted with Joshua trees and remnants of historic mining communities. Along the way, experience the dramatic scenery that defines the American Southwest.Arrive in Las Vegas, the “Entertainment Capital of the World.” An orientation tour introduces the city's famous resorts, themed hotels, and iconic Las Vegas Strip.This evening is yours to enjoy. Perhaps try your luck at the casinos, explore the city's renowned dining scene, or consider an optional evening excursion that includes dinner and Vegas! The Show, celebrating the entertainers who helped make Las Vegas famous. LAS-VEGAS-STRIP-SKYLINE.jpg
Continental Breakfast
Day 7 LAS VEGAS
Enjoy a full day at leisure to experience Las Vegas your way. Explore the city's famous resorts, shop, relax by the pool, or discover the over-the-top hotels and attractions found along the Strip.You may also choose from a variety of optional excursions, including a visit to Hoover Dam, one of America's greatest engineering achievements, or a rafting adventure through Black Canyon on the Colorado River.LAS-VEGAS-STRIP.jpg
Day 8 LAS VEGAS–SELMA
Leave the bright lights of Las Vegas behind as you travel across the wide-open desert landscapes of Nevada and into California. Pass through the vast Mojave Desert before entering the fertile San Joaquin Valley, one of the most productive agricultural regions in the United States.Continue to Selma for an overnight stay in California's Central Valley.MOJAVE-DESERT.jpg
Day 9 SELMA–YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–SONORA
This morning, enter Yosemite National Park, one of America's most celebrated natural treasures. Discover a landscape of towering granite cliffs, waterfalls, forests, and mountain valleys shaped by glaciers over millions of years.View some of Yosemite's most iconic landmarks, including Half Dome, El Capitan, and Bridalveil Falls, while taking in the spectacular scenery that has inspired visitors for generations.Later, continue to Sonora for an overnight stay.YOSEMITE-NATIONAL-PARK-VIEW.jpg
Day 10 SONORA–SAN FRANCISCO
Travel west to San Francisco, the "City by the Bay" and one of America's most iconic destinations. Famous for its hills, waterfront setting, and historic cable cars, San Francisco offers a unique blend of history, culture, and scenery.This afternoon, enjoy included sightseeing featuring the Golden Gate Bridge, Nob Hill, and lively Fisherman's Wharf.The evening is free to explore. Perhaps discover one of the city's distinctive neighborhoods or enjoy the innovative culinary scene that has helped make San Francisco a world-renowned food destination.SAN-FRANCISCO-CITY-VIEW-GOLDEN-GATE.jpg
Breakfast
Day 11 SAN FRANCISCO
Enjoy a full day at leisure to explore San Francisco. Visit legendary Alcatraz Island, stroll through the colorful streets of Chinatown, or ride one of the city's historic cable cars.You may also choose from a variety of optional excursions. Walk among the towering redwoods of Muir Woods, enjoy a scenic cruise on San Francisco Bay for views of the city's skyline and waterfront, or take a guided e-bike ride across the iconic Golden Gate Bridge to the seaside town of Sausalito.NOTE:Advance ticket purchases are recommended for Alcatraz Island through the National Park Service.SAN-FRANCISCO-CABLE-CAR.jpg
Day 12 SAN FRANCISCO
Your vacation ends this morning. You may choose to extend your vacation with extra nights and explore San Francisco further.SAN-FRANCISCO-ALAMO-SQUARE.jpg