Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.
Starts
Los Angeles, USA
Ends
San Francisco, USA
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Highlights
Los Angeles: This needs no introduction. See the palm-lined playground of the rich and famous!
Los Angeles: Sure, it’s a bit random. But this red pagoda on Hollywood Boulevard has held more movie premieres than you’ve had hot dinners.
Los Angeles: Soak up those cool Cali vibes and explore the iconic pier and array of boutiques, bars and eateries.
Phoenix:
Grand Canyon: An experience you’ll want to relive in your mind. Over and over again. #travelgoals
Grand Canyon: Lace up your walking boots and pack some extra water. The South Rim is a must-do hike for awesome Grand Canyon views.
Las Vegas: Just when you thought Vegas couldn’t get any crazier, this nightly light show comes along and proves you wrong. Intense!
Las Vegas: Where else would you find the Eiffel Tower and a Sphinx on the same street? See all the weird and wonderful Vegas highlights.
Yosemite National Park: An orientation of the Yosemite Valley to prep you for a day of exploring. See Half Dome, El Capitan and Cook’s Meadow.
San Francisco: Stroll around the hilly streets of San Fran, taking in the sights of the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman’s Wharf.
Grand Canyon: Lace up your walking boots and pack some extra water. The South Rim is a must-do hike for awesome Grand Canyon views.
Las Vegas: Just when you thought Vegas couldn’t get any crazier, this nightly light show comes along and proves you wrong. Intense!
Las Vegas: Where else would you find the Eiffel Tower and a Sphinx on the same street? See all the weird and wonderful Vegas highlights.
Yosemite National Park: An orientation of the Yosemite Valley to prep you for a day of exploring. See Half Dome, El Capitan and Cook’s Meadow.
San Francisco: Stroll around the hilly streets of San Fran, taking in the sights of the Golden Gate Bridge and Fisherman’s Wharf.
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What's Included
Accommodation
Kawada Hotel (or similar)Days Hotel San Diego Hotel Circle (or similar)Days Inn by Wyndham Mesa (or similar) HotelYavapai Lodge Grand Canyon (or similar) HotelThe Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)Holiday Inn Oakhurst (or similar) HotelHotel Zephyr (or similar)
Meals
Dinner (x4)Breakfast (x6)
Transport
Travel by coach
Guide
Experienced Driver Guide
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From the Hollywood sign to the Golden Gate Bridge, the 'LA to the Bay' explorer tour is a sun-soaked 11-day adventure through California, Arizona, and Nevada. Perfect for young adults craving variety, this trip features everything from feasting on authentic Mexican cuisine to marveling at the stark beauty of Joshua Tree National Park and partying under the neon lights of Las Vegas. Travel through San Diego, Phoenix, and San Francisco, with all accommodations, meals, and transport included, making for a seamless journey. The standout feature? An eclectic itinerary that blends iconic sightseeing with local food stops and unforgettable nightlife, serving up a classic West Coast road trip with a twist.
day 1 - Start Los Angeles
Welcome to LA, home to celeb-swamped suburbs, blistering beaches, open-air gyms and of course, all things Hollywood. Well start our West Coast adventure with a visit to Beverly Hills, Manns Chinese Theatre (the home of the Oscars), plus a wander around Santa Monica. Does it get more star-studded than this? We think not.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:Los Angeles
Accommodation:Kawada Hotel (or similar)
day 2 - Los Angeles to San Diego
Today youll join the crew to travel the Pacific Coast Highway before winding around to the super laid back locale of San Diego. First up, we'll stop at one of the white sand beaches on the SoCal coast, then do San Diego by night hitting up the Gas Lamp District. Recline into relaxation mode and take in the laid back nature of San Diego.
Location Visited:Los Angeles, San Diego
Accommodation:Days Hotel San Diego Hotel Circle (or similar)
day 3 - San Diego to Phoenix
Now you've had a taste of living the San Diego dream, it's time to crank up the heat as we enter the desert. We say farewell to our California love and delve a little deeper inland to see what Arizona has to offer. This impressive metropolis is situated right smack bang in the middle of the desert and is a sight you won't forget anytime soon. Uninterrupted sunshine is expected for approximately 300 days a year, making this place a super steamy urban mirage perfect for shopping and sporting events. We'll enjoy an Arizonan BBQ dinner at Rustlers Rooste.
Meals:Dinner
Location Visited:San Diego, Phoenix
Accommodation:Days Inn by Wyndham Mesa (or similar)
day 4 - Phoenix to The Grand Canyon
A hot air balloon ride over the "Valley of the Sun" sounds like a bucket list kind of thing (because it is) and you have the chance to tick it off the list right here. There's a champagne breakfast provided in the deal too so try to keep breathing so you don't miss out. And now for the one you've been dreaming about (even more than the rest). The star of your USA itinerary. Yup, it's the Grand Canyon. It's about to get extra special too, because tonight we'll be marvelling at the sunset. Charge your phone, clear space on your camera, and prepare to weep.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Phoenix, Grand Canyon
Accommodation:Yavapai Lodge Grand Canyon (or similar)
day 5 - The Grand Canyon
You deserve a full day out here to truly appreciate the wilderness taking in its dramatic scenery. This day will be like no other; beginning with a hike through the UNESCO World Heritage listed site. Incredibly, there's also the option to view this wonder from the best and most thrill-seeking seat in the house a helicopter.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Grand Canyon
Accommodation:Yavapai Lodge Grand Canyon (or similar)
day 6 - The Grand Canyon to Las Vegas
Get ready for a full-blown, non-stop assault on the senses. This is Las Vegas - sometimes known as Sin City - a place of dreams & epic debauchery. This huge man-made entertainment precinct in the middle of the desert is all about total excess. Youll be blinded by the bright lights and gob smacked at the thought of all that money running through more than 75 massive casinos. On arrival, enjoy a tour of the famous Strip, including a stop for pics at the legendary Vegas sign will show you just what is on offer after dark in this absolutely outrageous city. Fremont Street is on tonight's agenda, where the main attraction is a super impressive light and laser show, before no doubt heading out and straight into what Vegas is all about.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Grand Canyon, Las Vegas
Accommodation:The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
day 7 - Las Vegas
You have today all to yourself but youll need to run to a tight schedule to fit in all of Vegas' weird and wonderful charms. Travel the world in a day, taking in the famous Bellagio fountain, a Venetian gondola and even an Egyptian pyramid, all whilst staying firmly within the city's realm. Feeling romantic? Stop by and see one of the many Elvis impersonators for a shotgun wedding ceremony, and maybe even get hitched yourself... (joking). Tonight youll witness the 24-hour party scene first hand when you head out for a night with the crew.
Location Visited:Las Vegas
Accommodation:The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
day 8 - Las Vegas to Oakhurst via Barstow
From the ridiculously flashy Vegas Strip to the outdoor capital of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, this change of scenery will bring you and the crew back to nature again. Hungry for In n Out Burger? Dumb question. Get your fast food fix on this West Coast takeaway fave, then sit back and relax as we head to our next destination. Welcome to Oakhurst, a tranquil little town close to the Yosemite entrance. It's been a long day of travel, so wind down at our hotel and take in the picturesque surroundings. Fancy a dip in the pool? You got it! Nothing like much needed R&R after fast and furious Vegas.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Las Vegas, Barstow, Oakhurst
Accommodation:Holiday Inn Oakhurst (or similar)
day 9 - Oakhurst (Including Yosemite National Park)
Today's the day! We're hitting up the oh-so-lovely Yosemite. The breathtaking majesty of Yosemite National Park can only be truly appreciated in person. A land inundated with mountains, waterfalls, wildflowers & rock formations, you can stick to your trusty two feet or jump on a mountain bike to explore. Back at our Oakhurst base, you have the option to take a dip in the pool once again, if you like. Just make sure to get a good night's sleep, cuz tomorrow the Golden Gate City is gonna be all ours to explore.
Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Oakhurst, Yosemite National Park, Oakhurst
Accommodation:Holiday Inn Oakhurst (or similar)
day 10 - Oakhurst to San Francisco
Oakhurst, it's time to go. Bid farewell to this achingly picturesque spot, and get ready for some city magic. After getting a dose of San Fran exploring, spend your final night with your Contiki fam with an included dinner. There's no better way to reminisce than over a delicious meal.
Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Oakhurst, San Francisco
Accommodation:Hotel Zephyr (or similar)
day 11 - End San Francisco
And just like that, it's time for the journey to come to an end. It's been more than real, & we sense more travels on the horizon.
Location Visited:San Francisco
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
The trip ran smoothly. Our trip manager kept us well informed about the places we were traveling to.
My only negative was the accommodation in LA wasn’t in a safe area. Surely Contiki could find better/safer accommodation for the travellers. However the rest of the accommodation was amazing especially the accommodation in the Grand Canyon.
One recommendation would be to start travel days earlier. For example 7am instead of 8:30am. We only have a limited time in some places so we need to make every little bit count.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
3.0 out of 5
Overall the trip was good. However there were some drawbacks. It would have been nice if the trip was more guided. Instead it was more of a do-your-own thing. On top of that, all the add-ons were an extra cost and should be included in the price of the trip. Also same with transportation to airport and hotel. However, overall I had a great time and met some great people.
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PratikVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
Was very hesitant at first because of the price of trip but was so worth it. If I had booked this by myself it would have been stressful but Contiki and trip manager handle everything for you. The trip manager was amazing and gave us all the useful information we needed for each stop. All the locations were iconic too and all the people on the trip were friendly. Will not forget it.
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AnonymousVerified Traveler
4.0 out of 5
Great
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LouisaVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5
This was an absolutely phenomenal trip! It was great to see so many incredible places and make so many amazing memories, with the Grand Canyon definitely being a highlight. The accommodation and included dinners were all fantastic, as were the add on experiences such as the hot air balloon. Our Tour Manager was incredibly knowledgeable about every place we visited and made everyone feel so welcome - as a first time solo traveller I was very grateful for this! Will 100% be travelling with Contiki again!
