Magnificent West

Tour Overview

WINTER ITINERARY PLEASE SCROLL DOWN                                         SUMMER ITINERARY   Nov 1 – Mar 31                                        April 1 – Oct 31                                                                                                                                                                                        SUMMERDay 1: LOS ANGELES – SANTA BARBARA – ROUTE 1/17 MILE DRIVE – CARMELDepart north up the spectacular California Coast to the first stop in Santa Barbara.
Visit a Spanish Mission and learn how these religious outposts were key in the development of the entire region.
Continue to Solvang, a quaint Danish community to browse in the local shops.
We head north to the world-famous Route #1 where we get to see the spectacular California coastline up close (small vehicles will travel the southern portion of route 1 while full size coaches will travel the 17-mile drive exclusively).
After our visit we visit the town of Carmel home to the actor Clint Eastwood.
Enjoy some free time to stroll in town before departing to reach our hotel for overnight.
Overnight: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland AirportDay 2: SAN FRANCISCO – BAY CRUISE – GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE – CHINATOWNToday we understand why San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
We start our tour at the Fisherman’s Wharf with a cruise in the world-famous bay, On the way to Sausalito we will have great views of both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island.
Next, we return to Pier 39 for a leisurely lunch before an afternoon tour that takes in all the city’s famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union square, Chinatown, and Nob Hill.
Our tour ends with a night view of the city from the Bay Bridge.
Overnight: Modesto – Modesto HotelDay 3: SAN FRANCISCO – YOSEMITE – STEVENSON RANCHSummer Route: We head east through the farmlands of the Joaquin Valley to Yosemite National Park.
This 1,200 square mile wonderland of forests, lakes, and waterfalls is located in the Sierra Nevada.
Stop at El Capitan, Bridal-Veil Falls, and Half Dome to continue for a walk from the Yosemite Visitor Center to reach one of the highest waterfalls in North America (730 meters) Yosemite Falls.
After a beautiful day in the park we head down to Stevenson Ranch for the evening.
Overnight: Comfort Suites Stevenson RanchDay 4: STEVENSON RANCH – LAS VEGASToday’s route is east through the dessert and Death Valley to arrive at the gambling capital of the world: Las Vegas.
We stop for lunch at the outlet mall in Barstow, which is filled with all the famous brand names like, Levi’s, Nike, Reebok, Timberland and more.
In the evening we take a tour of the strip to see some of the truly amazing hotels and fantasies that are built in the middle of the desert, such as Caesar’s Palace, Mirage, Luxor, Paris, Mandalay Bay, New York New York, Treasure Island and more.
Finish off the evening at one of the many shows or try your hand at one of the many casinos’, who knows maybe lady luck will be smiling on you tonight.
Overnight: Harrah's HotelDay 5:LAS VEGAS – HOOVER DAMAfter a leisurely breakfast, we leave Las Vegas and make our way to the Hoover Dam, understand how this man-made phenomenon was built and what it did to the area.
After our visit, we head back to Las Vegas for a free afternoon to enjoy some of the many and unique attractions or popular shows that the city has to offer.
 Overnight: Harrah's HotelDay 6: LAS VEGAS – SEDONAWe start the day travelling across the Mojave Desert, and head up the Colorado Plateau and historic route 66, before arriving to Sedona.
Known as the jewel of the desert and considered as one of the most beautiful places in America.
Drive the breathtaking scenic Oak Creek Canyon that descends 2000 feet (610 meters) to the valley floor.
We stop for photos of the red rocks and surroundings at the Oak Creek Canyon overlook, and the slide rock state park.
Enjoy a lunch break in Sedona where you can browse authentic Indian arts and crafts stores together with unique boutiques and galleries.
After our break we head out to the surrounding desert to visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross ( self-guided visit using local shuttle service), and enjoy panoramic views of the Sedona red rock formations including Bell Rock, Courthouse Butte and Cathedral rock.
 In the late afternoon we depart the Sedona area to Page for overnight.
Overnight – Clarion Inn- PageDay 7: SEDONA – MONUMENT VALLEY – HORSESHOE BENDWe start the day heading into Monument valley, one of the Iconic symbols of the American West and one of the most majestic and photographed points in the world.
Deep in the heart of the Navajo nation lies this majestic park, which consists of sandstone masterpieces that tower from 400 – 1000 feet (up to 300 meters) around these sandstone towers you can find mesas buttes shrubs and trees.
Our visit starts with a jeep tour with led by Navajo Indians.
The tour will take you down into the valley and you will experience firsthand why the Navajo call this land “like no other place on earth”.
We head to the mighty Colorado River, for a visit to “Horseshoe Bend” a spectacular sight unique to this region of the country.
 Overnight: Clarion Inn - Page Day 8: ANTELOPE CANYON – VALLEY OF FIRE – LAS VEGASWe start the day where “The water runs through the rocks” as per the local Navajo folklore.
We tour the lower Antelope Canyon and visit the spectacular dunes created by the wind, water and sand; words are not enough to describe these formations created by Mother Nature.
After our tour we depart this amazing area and start making our way back to Las Vegas, along the way we stop for a lunch break and then visit the “Valley of Fire” named for the magnificent red sandstone formations created from shifting sands and dunes during the age of the dinosaurs more than 150 million years ago.
Our visit is timed to be able to see the appearance of the valley being on “fire” when reflecting the powerful sun’s rays into the valley (weather permitting)Depart the Park for an early evening arrival in Las Vegas.
 Drop off: Las Vegas Luxor Hotel & Casino                                                                                                        WINTERDay 1: LOS ANGELES – SANTA BARBARA – SOLVANG – SAN FRANCISCODepart north up the spectacular California Coast to the first stop in Santa Barbara.
We start our tour when we stop at the heart of downtown at “state street promenade” stroll through the exclusive shops and restaurants at this beautiful part of town which is insulated from traffic while enjoying the architectural beauty, sights and sounds in a peaceful setting.
Continue to Santa Barbara beaches and Stearns wharf to “walk on the water” and enjoy the beautiful view of the ocean, we finish our visit at the Spanish Mission Santa Barbara and learn how these religious outposts were key in the development of the entire region.
From the mission we continue to Solvang, “the Danish capital of America” a quaint Danish community at the heart of California.
Enjoy the Danish-style architecture while browse in the local shops and restaurants.
After our lunch break, we head north through Silicon Valley before departing to reach our hotel for overnight.
Overnight: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland AirportDay 2: SAN FRANCISCO – BAY CRUISE – GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE – CHINATOWNToday we understand why San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
We start our tour at the Fisherman’s Wharf with a cruise in the world famous bay, On the way to Sausalito we will have great views of both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island.
Next, we return to Pier 39 for a leisurely lunch before an afternoon tour that takes in all the city’s famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union square, Chinatown and Nob Hill.
Our tour ends with a night view of the city from the Bay Bridge.
Overnight: Springhill Suites Oakland AirportDay 3: SAN FRANCISCO – MONTERREY – STEVENSON RANCHWinter Route: start the day with a visit of Monterrey to include the wharf and Cannery Row.
What was once a row of sardine factories along the wharf is now a picturesque haven for people to enjoy a leisurely day while exploring its rich history.
We continue our tour of the beautiful California Coast with a visit to the town of Carmel-by-the-sea, home to actor/director Clint Eastwood.
Enjoy some free time to stroll in town and enjoy the beautiful boutiques and galleries.
We head south to the world-famous Route #1 where we get to see the spectacular California coastline up close (small vehicles will travel the southern portion of route 1 while full size coaches will travel the 17 mile drive exclusively) afternoon drive to Stevenson Ranch for the evening.
Overnight: Comfort Suites Stevenson RanchDay 4: STEVENSON RANCH – LAS VEGASToday’s route is east through the dessert and Death Valley to arrive at the gambling capital of the world: Las Vegas.
We stop for lunch at the outlet mall in Barstow, which is filled with all the famous brand names like, Levi’s, Nike, Reebok, Timberland and more.
In the evening we take a tour of the strip to see some of the truly amazing hotels and fantasies that are built in the middle of the desert, such as Caesar’s Palace, Mirage, Luxor, Paris, Mandalay Bay, New York New York, Treasure Island and more.
Finish off the evening at one of the many shows or try your hand at one of the many casinos’, who knows maybe lady luck will be smiling on you tonight.
Overnight: Harrah's HotelDay 5:LAS VEGAS – HOOVER DAMAfter a leisurely breakfast, we leave Las Vegas and make our way to the Hoover Dam, understand how this man-made phenomenon was built and what it did to the area.
After our visit, we head back to Las Vegas for a free afternoon to enjoy some of the many and unique attractions or popular shows that the city has to offer.
 Overnight: Harrah's Hotel                                                                                                                                               Day 6: LAS VEGAS – SEDONAWe start the day travelling across the Mojave Desert, and head up the Colorado Plateau and historic route 66, before arriving to Sedona.
Known as the jewel of the desert and considered as one of the most beautiful places in America.
Drive the breathtaking scenic Oak Creek Canyon that descends 2000 feet (610 meters) to the valley floor.
We stop for photos of the red rocks and surroundings at the Oak Creek Canyon overlook, and the slide rock state park.
Enjoy a lunch break in Sedona where you can browse authentic Indian arts and crafts stores together with unique boutiques and galleries.
After our break we head out to the surrounding desert to visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross ( self-guided visit using local shuttle service), and enjoy panoramic views of the Sedona red rock formations including Bell Rock, Courthouse Butte and Cathedral rock.
In the late afternoon we depart the Sedona area to Page for overnight.
Overnight – Clarion Inn - Page Day 7: SEDONA – MONUMENT VALLEY – HORSESHOE BENDWe start the day heading into Monument valley, one of the Iconic symbols of the American West and one of the most majestic and photographed points in the world.
Deep in the heart of the Navajo nation lies this majestic park, which consists of sandstone masterpieces that tower from 400 – 1000 feet (up to 300 meters) around these sandstone towers you can find mesas buttes shrubs and trees.
Our visit starts with a jeep tour with led by Navajo Indians.
The tour will take you down into the valley and you will experience firsthand why the Navajo call this land “like no other place on earth”.
We head to the mighty Colorado River, for a visit to “Horseshoe Bend” a spectacular sight unique to this region of the country.
 Overnight: Clarion Inn - PageDay 8: ANTELOPE CANYON – VALLEY OF FIRE – LAS VEGASWe start the day where “The water runs through the rocks” as per the local Navajo folklore.
We tour the lower Antelope Canyon and visit the spectacular dunes created by the wind, water and sand; words are not enough to describe these formations created by Mother Nature.
After our tour we depart this amazing area and start making our way back to Las Vegas, along the way we stop for a lunch break and then visit the “Valley of Fire” named for the magnificent red sandstone formations created from shifting sands and dunes during the age of the dinosaurs more than 150 million years ago.
Our visit is timed to be able to see the appearance of the valley being on “fire” when reflecting the powerful sun’s rays into the valley (weather permitting)Depart the Park for an early evening arrival in Las VegasDrop off: Las Vegas Luxor Hotel & Casino 
TOUR INCLUDES:
• 7 nights hotel accommodation including tax and Continental Breakfast
• Air-Conditioned Bus or Van & Professional Tour Guide
• Bay cruise in San Francisco & Admission to Yosemite Park in summer
• Sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Carmel, (San luis Obispo/Big Sur in winter) and San Francisco, Las Vegas and Hoover Dam
• Entrance to Monument Valley, Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, and Valley of Fire
• Jeep tour in Monument ValleyAge Restrictions: 7 year old minimum to enter the canyon.

• A Tree will be planted in your honor when joining this tour An Eco Positive Tour by an Earth Friendly Company

Highlights