Simple stays with essential amenities. Typically guesthouses, hostels or hotels rated below 3 stars — clean, no-frills, and great for value-conscious travelers.
Comfortable and reliable 3-star stays. Expect private rooms, en-suite bathrooms, and solid amenities — a great balance between comfort and cost.
Upscale 4-5 star hotels and lodges. Enjoy high-end service, refined comfort, and premium locations — ideal for travelers seeking extra indulgence.
Muir Woods in the morning
The tour departs from Fisherman's Wharf with a knowledgeable guide on board the bus. Relax in comfortable
seats and enjoy the scenic views while your tour guide shares fun and informative facts along the way. Cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and enjoy the breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay and Alcatraz Island. The tour continues along the Pacific Coast Highway, heading further to Muir Woods National Monument.
Muir Woods is home to Coast Redwoods, some of the world's tallest trees. With maps in hand, take a walk through the spectacular woods and indulge in all its natural beauty. Set aside in 1908 as a federally protected area, Muir Woods National Monument is the only surviving stand of Old Growth Forest in the Bay Area today. Explore the area by strolling around the paved walking trails to get a close look at the magnificent giants, or take a light hike up the unpaved trails to truly connect with the nature.
California Wine Country in the afternoon
From Muir Woods we head further north for a relaxing afternoon in California’s renowned Wine Country. Enjoy the drive through the beautiful scenery with magnificent vineyards along the road while your tour guide provides informative insights and leads you to the first superb location in famous Napa Valley. Visit one of the highly regarded wineries and enjoy a delicious wine tasting. Learn about the winemaking process and hear what makes each winery special while you sip some of the best wine in California and stroll through the vineyards.
After your first exquisite wine tasting experience, we continue to Sonoma Valley and Historic Downtown Sonoma Square with its charming shops, art galleries and a wonderful variety of dining options. Enjoy your time at leisure and relax on a lawn during a picnic, have lunch at one of the cozy cafes and restaurants, or sample cheese and wine at one of the local shops before heading on to the next winery.
Enjoy two more wine tastings at boutique wineries in Sonoma County where you can get to know the winemakers and learn about the special features of the wines they are offering.
Towards the end of the day, enjoy the scenic drive back to San Francisco, crossing the Golden Gate Bridge once again with breathtaking views of San Francisco’s skyline as the sun starts to set into the Pacific Ocean. A perfect end to a perfect day!
From the uber-cool San Fran to the glitzy Vegas, this seven-day trip balances your week with some epic scenery, chilled out camping and active adventure – all with a small group of likeminded individuals. Starting your trip in The City by the Bay, you’ll drive into the heart of the Sierra Nevada mountains to the iconic Yosemite National Park. Spend two full days and three nights with free time to hike, bike and explore in the gorgeous landscapes, then carry onto Mono Lake and the small town of Bishop. Relax in hot springs or at camp with your new travel friends, then make your way to the lights of Las Vegas for a different vibe – is there a better way to spend a week in California and Nevada?
Adventure
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Discover the Southwest's most spectacular canyons and rich indigenous cultures on this unforgettable journey. Starting in Las Vegas, watch the sunset over the rim at the Grand Canyon. Head to Monument Valley and discover the sacred landscape and enjoy an evening around the campfire listening to stories and traditional music. Then journey deep into Canyon de Chelly with a Navajo guide who'll share traditional stories and insights into their living culture. Visit Mesa Verde National Park's UNESCO World Heritage cliff dwellings and trace the footsteps of Ancestral Puebloan civilization. Explore Durango's Mountain town atmosphere, then continue to Colorado Springs to see Garden of the Gods' dramatic red rock formations before ending your trip in vibrant Denver.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
I chose this trip because of the itinerary. It had everything I wanted to see. San Francisco,Sonoma Valley, Lake Tahoe,Yosemite, Monterey and the California Coast. Going to see the Sequoias and the Redwoods was a dream come true. This trip was everything I hoped for and more.
City sightseeing
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge, Resort
Age Range
5-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
San Francisco, Santa Rosa, Lake
San Francisco, Santa Rosa, Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, Monterey
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Experience the incredibly diverse landscapes of the USA’s west coast on this 15-day adventure. Start by traversing the deserts of Nevada toward the towering trees of California, stopping to walk among the giants of Sequoia National Park and Redwood National Park, and visit the striking granite cliffs of the world-famous Yosemite National Park. Swap height for depth as you head inland to Crater Lake National Park in Oregon, then visit a local winery and soak up the character of Portland and the nearby Columbia River Gorge. Washington is your final port of call, with visits to Olympic National Park's beaches and the mossy Hoh Rainforest before your adventure ends in Seattle.
Explorer
Tour Type
Small Group TourSmall group tours usually have 8-12 participants and maximum up to 18 travelers
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
15-99 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Las Vegas, Crater Lake National
Las Vegas, Crater Lake National Park, Portland, OR, Olympic National Park, Seattle, Sequoia National Park, Yosemite National Park, San Francisco, Crescent City
I loved this trip! Seeing the national parks was a huge bucket list moment for me and I met some of my best friends on this trip. Denver was a waste—not much to do there and I wish we’d spent more time in the actual national parks versus all the time spent in Amarillo, Albuquerque, and Denver. Our guide, was incredible although a little unprofessional with language but she was so cool. Definitely recommend!
National parks
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Los Angeles, Fort Worth, Amarill
Los Angeles, Fort Worth, Amarillo, Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Denver, Moab, Bryce Canyon, Zion National Park
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The Miami to Dallas Trip is well worth it, you'll have fun no matter what. This trip is part of a moduled trip that has a much longer adventure, this particular trip is the first half of a much longer adventure which I'd suggest on taking if you are able to take it.
Contiki did a great job on curating a perfect iterinary and planned dinners and the Trip leader I had was amazing and really made sure to go that extra mile along with the Driver who was more than happy on driving our group around.
I will highly advise on doing all the free time add-ons and working with your tour guide on coordinating with your group on spontaneous adventures too like rodeos and unplanned adventures.
You'll make friends and for sure you'll have a great adventure!
Cultural, religious and historic sites
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Miami, Fort Worth, Orlando, Dall
Miami, Fort Worth, Orlando, Dallas, Augusta, Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans, Houston
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10/10 overall trip. Would recommend it to friend to go. Enjoyed exploring the national parks and seeing the different cities and exploring the night life was awsome.
Sightseeing Tours
Tour Type
Group Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Lodge
Age Range
18-35 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Los Angeles, Miami, Orlando, Dal
Los Angeles, Miami, Orlando, Dallas, Amarillo, Albuquerque, Denver, Moab, Zion National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas, Augusta, Nashville, Memphis, New Orleans, Houston
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