Best of the West Road Trip: California, Utah & Vegas Bright Lights

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Absolutely loved this trip! Devon was a fantastic guide and our group was so much fun. Every National Park was a highlights of its own!

Katharina M | Traveled in August

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13 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

13 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 35 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ends

Los Angeles, USA

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Highlights

Cruise through the dazzling neighbourhoods of LA.

Sleep along the Pacific Coast in Avila.

Stargaze in Yosemite National Park.

Hike through the harsh landscapes of Death Valley.

Witness the grandeur of Zion.

Wander through the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon.

Hike to view the impressive Horseshoe Bend.

Stare in awe at the utter vastness of the Grand Canyon.

Walk among the giant boulders in Joshua Tree.

Travel along historic Route 66.

Sit back and relax near the Santa Monica Pier

Wander through the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon.

Hike to view the impressive Horseshoe Bend.

Stare in awe at the utter vastness of the Grand Canyon.

Walk among the giant boulders in Joshua Tree.

Travel along historic Route 66.

Sit back and relax near the Santa Monica Pier

Itinerary

Craving the perfect blend of adventure and iconic scenery? The 'Best of the West Road Trip: California, Utah & Vegas Bright Lights' delivers an epic 13-day journey through four U.S. states and six breathtaking national parks. Begin and end in Los Angeles, winding your way through the legendary Route 66, Yosemite’s towering granite peaks, Death Valley’s surreal vistas, Joshua Tree’s quirky desert landscapes, and on to the glitz of Las Vegas.

This moderate-activity explorer tour is crafted for those who want to soak up the Pacific Ocean’s beauty, explore laid-back Santa Monica, and marvel at natural wonders in a fun, small-group setting. The itinerary covers a sweeping array of activities—from hiking and camping under the stars to city sightseeing—creating memories that will last a lifetime.

The unique highlight: the chance to experience both the wild outdoors and the vibrant culture of America’s west coast and desert heartland in a single, seamless trip. For adventurers seeking an all-in-one U.S. tour package, this is the ultimate road trip experience.

day 1Los Angeles/Santa Margarita

Welcome to sunny Southern California! Your Day starts early, taking in all the must-see sites of The City of Angels, before driving along the Pacific Coast Highway. On your morning tour of Los Angeles, you'll check-off all the places you've seen in the movies: Beverly Hills' Rodeo Drive, the famous Hollywood sign, and of course Sunset Boulevard. You'll leave the sprawling metropolis to drive up the coast, with a stop in Santa Barbara for lunch. Set up camp in Santa Margarita before zipping over to San Luis Obispo for dinner on your own.

Accomodation

Santa Margarita KOA (or similar)

Transport

Private Vehicle Duration : 3.5 hr - 4.5 hr Distance : 337 km

Included Activities

Los Angeles Sightseeing With CEO Duration : 1.5 hr, Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr

day 2Santa Margarita

day 3Santa Margarita/Yosemite National Park

day 4Yosemite National Park

day 5Yosemite National Park/Bishop

day 6Bishop/Las Vegas

day 7Las Vegas to Bryce Canyon National Park

day 8Bryce Canyon National Park to Zion National Park

day 9Zion National Park/Grand Canyon National Park

day 10Grand Canyon National Park

day 11Grand Canyon National Park/Joshua Tree National Park

day 12Joshua Tree National Park/Santa Monica

day 13Santa Monica/Los Angeles

What's Included

Accommodation

Camping (10 nts), hotel (1 nt), hostel (1 nt).

Meals

10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 2 dinners
Note: Allow USD325-425 for meals not included.

Transport

Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Guide

1 CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Included activities

Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and GroupYour Discover Moment: Yosemite National ParkStandard National park feesLos Angeles Sightseeing With CEOCoastal free time in AvilaGuided visit and hikes in Yosemite National ParkSightseeing in Yosemite through Tioga Pass Tuolumne Meadows Lembert Dome Tenaya Lake, and Mono LakeDeath Valley National Park visitFree time in Las VegasBryce Canyon National Park visit and hikeZion National Park visit and guided hikeHorseshoe Bend hikeGrand Canyon National Park visitJoshua Tree National Park visitVisit Route 66Free time in Santa Monica

What's Excluded

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