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Tucson: Unlock the best of the flavours of Tucson on a visit and tour of Borderlands Brewing Company, a local secret that boasts an all-women production facility. Learn about the beer-making process from your host, Es Teran, the company’s visionary, a brewery known for its Southwestern-inspired beers that celebrate the flavours and culture of the Sonoran Desert. Since its founding in 2010, Borderlands has grown into one of Tucson’s most beloved breweries. After your tour, sip on a flight of four of their best brews, guided by Es and his team before sitting down to a Southwest-inspired lunch.
Red Rock Canyon: Admire the towering red cliffs and sandstone peaks of the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area.
Death Valley: You’ll truly feel the solitude and vastness of Death Valley today as you head out on a guided tour of the park’s most famous sites. You’ll discover the unique geological features of Death Valley, a land of sand dunes and volcanic craters, intriguing weather-patterns, and the highest-recorded temperatures in the United States.
Los Angeles: Calico is an old West mining town that has been around since 1881 and was abandoned in the mid-1890s after silver lost its value. The town that once gave miners a good living lost its hustle and became a “ghost town.” Walter Knott purchased Calico in the 1950’s architecturally restoring all but the five original buildings to look as they did in the 1880’s. Calico received State Historical Landmark 782 and in 2005 was proclaimed by then Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to be California’s Silver Rush Ghost Town.
Palm Springs: Enjoy a celebrity and lifestyle tour of Palm Springs shedding light on the city's unique mid-century architecture, featuring an amazing collection of custom homes.
Journey from Las Vegas to Phoenix on a 10-day exploration of America’s great deserts and iconic national parks. Geared toward seasoned adventurers, this national parks tour highlights the stark beauty of Death Valley’s salt flats, the surreal landscapes of Joshua Tree National Park, and the towering cliffs of Red Rock Canyon. Discover the unique flora and fauna of Saguaro National Park and indulge in local culinary delights, including a behind-the-scenes experience with a Tucson head brewer. The USP? A photographer’s dream itinerary through diverse desert ecosystems, paired with authentic regional cuisine and expert guidance—offering a rich, moderately active journey through the American Southwest.
Travelled from England to join this USA based tour. The main reason was to visit and stop in Death Valley. Think an extra day there would add attraction to the tour. For example, would have loved to have visited the Armargosa Opera House situated there and also to have a chance to look at the mysterious 'Sailing Stones' Otherwise enjoyed the tour which was varied , interesting and good value for money.
Trip was excellent. Hotel in Tucsan was poor service. Rooms nit ready. Many of us waited in lobby for a long time. Room numbering system not logical. Had to have front desk find the room. Breakfast was not ready on either day. Dinner slightly better. Room not large enough for 42-44 people.
Death valley is wonderful, could do with 3 days there instead of 2. And just one day in Tuscon - a disappointing hotel there and a drab city.
We had a great time on this Great American Desert trip. was a great travel director. He was on top of things. We did not know what to expect regarding the deserts. Glad we went in March as it was not hot. We had good weather. We learned a lot. I didn't know why they called Borax - 20 Team Borax and now I know.
Admittedly, this tour is unique, in that it's a desert tour. Somehow, the ratio of drive time, to time spent at tour destinations needs to be tweeked. Maybe a closer or more central starting location would cut down windshield time? Also, again, it's in the desert, but the majority of hotel and dining options were mediocre at best. (Other than Palm Springs)