Best of Western USA Tour by Intrepid Travel

13 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers

12 peopleMaximum group size

15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Easy

Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Starts

Las Vegas, USA

Ends

San Francisco, USA

Highlights

Learn about the culture and history of Monument Valley during a Navajo guided tour, followed by a traditional homecooked, family-style Navajo lunch.

Check out at one of the nation’s greatest national parks – the Grand Canyon – and walk along the rim, hike into the canyon or just soak up the expansive views.

Join a local Navajo guide on a walk through Antelope Canyon as you learn about the history and geology of these towering red sandstone cliffs.

Experience world-famous Yosemite National Park, taking in the breathtaking scenery as well as the pristine night sky as you go on leader-led walks both day and night.   

Walk among the towering timber of Sequoia National Park and see General Sherman, the world’s largest tree by volume, along with the other soaring sequoias that make up the Giant Forest. 

Itinerary

Set off on an unforgettable 12-day trip from the glitz of Las Vegas to the vibrant culture of San Francisco, experiencing the very best of the western USA. This explorer tour is perfect for those who crave variety—one day you’ll be hiking in Zion and Bryce Canyon, the next kayaking Lake Powell or exploring the Grand Canyon at sunset with a Navajo guide.

Among the highlights: towering sequoias, mesmerizing Yosemite vistas, and a full day to soak up the energy of Las Vegas. With expert leaders guiding you through every park and city, you’ll enjoy seamless logistics, comfortable hotels, and curated local experiences. The USP? A blend of iconic natural marvels and cultural immersion, all in a small group setting that guarantees personalized attention and lifelong memories.

day 1 - Las Vegas

Welcome to Las Vegas! The real wild west is home to some of the USA’s most incredible scenery. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight to meet your leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive early, there’s plenty to do – maybe wander along the famous strip, be entertained by impersonators and street performers, or catch a live show. After your meeting, maybe head out to dinner with the group to get to know your new travel mates.

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

day 2 - Zion National Park

Hop in a private van to Zion National Park today and join your leader for an exploration in the wild landscapes of the park on a guided hike. Zion is known for its towering sandstone cliffs and maze of narrow canyons, and you’ll get to see it for yourself as you hike right through the middle of it all. Then, spend the night in Springdale – the gateway to the park.

included:Zion National Park - Walks

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Lunch

day 3 - Bryce Canyon National Park / Page

After breakfast this morning, it’s time to head to Bryce Canyon National Park. Take a short drive in your private vehicle, then spend the morning hiking through the landscapes of the park. Walk along the canyon rim and stare up at hundreds of unique sandstone towers known as hoodoos that jut out from the natural amphitheatre. After, break for lunch and take in your surroundings, then hike down into the canyon for a closer look at the hoodoos. Then, drive on to the town of Page, where you’ll spend the night.

included:Bryce Canyon - Leader-led Walk

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

day 4 - Antelope Canyon & Horseshoe Bend / Page

This morning, join a local Navajo guide for an adventure through Lower Antelope Canyon – known for its wave-like structure and the distinct light beams that shine down into the canyon’s openings. Learn how the Navajo culture has thrived in the region, then set out for a gentle walk along Horsehoe Bend before returning to Page for the evening.

included:Horseshoe Bend Visit, Navajo Tribal Park - Lower Antelope Canyon Tour

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast

day 5 - Monument Valley / Grand Canyon

Start the day with a drive to Monument Valley – one of the world’s most iconic sights. If this landscape dotted with towering sandstone buttes looks familiar, that’s because Monument Valley has been the filming location for lots of famous Western films. More importantly, this is the native land of the Navajo. When you arrive, you’ll hop in a 4WD for a Navajo-guided tour, where you’ll have the chance to learn more about their culture and history before sitting down to a traditional home-cooked, family-style Navajo lunch. After, continue your journey to the iconic Grand Canyon for some walks along the rim at sunset.

included:Monument Valley - Navajo guided 4x4 Jeep tour including traditional lunch

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch

day 6 - Route 66 / Las Vegas

This morning it's time to return to Las Vegas, but first we'll make a stop along Historic Route 66 for a dose of quirky Americana. You'll arrive in Las Vegas around 4pm and have the evening free to explore Sin City.

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast

day 7 - Las Vegas

Today is free to explore Las Vegas. The city may be the gambling capital of the world but there’s plenty of other things to do. Hit the shops, feel your stomach drop on a rooftop rollercoaster or simply stroll along the famous Strip. There will be a meeting at 5 pm tonight to welcome any new travellers to the trip. After the welcome meeting, maybe grab dinner with your group or check out one of the many shows on offer, or party the night away in a Vegas nightclub.

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

day 8 - Las Vegas to Visalia

Leaving Sin City in your dust, you’ll road trip across state lines and through the Mojave Desert today, then around to Sequoia National Park. It’s a long drive, but it’ll give you the chance to see the changing geography of the American west – watch on as the desert gives way to the peaks of the southern Sierras. Settle into your accommodation near Sequoia National Park in the afternoon, and then head out for an included dinner at a local restaurant with your group.

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Dinner

day 9 - Sequoia National Park

Today is simply about seeing the best of the USA’s Sequoia National Park. After breakfast, you’ll embark on leader-led walks around Sequoia, driving from stop to stop as you get to feel small next to the staggering size of General Sherman, the Giant Forest and other specimens of Sequoia’s towering timber. You may even drive through a tree at Tunnel Log, peer into Tharp’s Log and spot marmots, black bears and recently re-introduced bighorn sheep.

included:Sequoia National Park, Sequoia National Park - Leader-led hike

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast

day 10 - Yosemite National Park

After breakfast, you’ll hit the highway headed for the world-famous Yosemite National Park. To start, get acquainted with the awe-inspiring Yosemite Valley during a guided hike. Strewn with dramatic waterfalls, gigantic granite outcrops and lush meadows, this is one of the most spectacular spots in the country. Your leader will also teach you about the ecologically diverse landscape along the way. After sunset, you’ll join a Naturalist from the Yosemite Conservancy for a guided stargazing program. The park’s minimal light pollution makes it an excellent place to see the stars while learning about astronomy, constellations and local lore. For the next two nights, you'll be staying in a hotel just a few minutes from the park's main entrance.

included:Yosemite National Park - Stargazing with Yosemite Conservancy Naturalist, Yosemite National Park - Entrance Fee, Yosemite National Park - Leader-led hike

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Breakfast

day 11 - Yosemite National Park

Today, Yosemite is all yours to explore! In the morning there’ll be leader-led walks around some of the park’s best trails. If it’s a clear day you may also drive up to Glacier Point for a view you won’t soon forget, looking down over the valley and across to the iconic Half Dome. The afternoon is yours to fill how you’d like. You might choose to hike along the breathtaking Mist Trail with its many fabulous views, hire a bicycle and pedal along some of the 12 miles of designated (and flat) path or immerse yourself in the park’s history at the Ahwahnee Hotel. Once you’ve seen the sights, the day will be capped off with a pizza picnic in the park for dinner.

included:Yosemite - Pizza Picnic Dinner, Yosemite National Park - Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

meals:1 Dinner

day 12 - San Francisco

After saying fond farewells to Yosemite, you’ll head west to vibrant San Francisco. Stop to do a walk over the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, and then check in to your hotel for the night. At sunset, you can hit the water for an optional catamaran cruise around the bay, with views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island – this is the perfect farewell to a sun kissed Californian adventure. If you like, head out with your fellow travellers for one last dinner.

included:San Francisco - Golden Gate Bridge walk

accommodation:Hotel (1 night)

day 13 - San Francisco

With no activities planned today, your adventure ends this morning. If you’d like to stay longer, just speak to your booking agent.

meals:1 Breakfast

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What's Included

Accommodation

Hotel (12 nights)

Meals

7 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 2 Dinners

Transport

Private vehicle

Guide

An expert tour leader

Included Activities

Zion National Park - WalksBryce Canyon - Leader-led WalkHorseshoe Bend VisitNavajo Tribal Park - Lower Antelope Canyon TourMonument Valley - Navajo guided 4x4 Jeep tour including traditional lunchSequoia National ParkSequoia National Park - Leader-led hikeYosemite National Park - Stargazing with Yosemite Conservancy NaturalistYosemite National Park - Entrance FeeYosemite National Park - Leader-led hikeYosemite - Pizza Picnic DinnerYosemite National Park - Yosemite Valley & Glacier PointSan Francisco - Golden Gate Bridge walk

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