Best of the Western US From San Fran - 7 days

SUMMER ITINERARY (April 1 – Oct 31 departures)




San Francisco - Modesto. Our San Francisco sightseeing tour begin with a cruise in the San Francisco Bay, departing to Sausalito with stunning views of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and infamous Alcatraz Island. Return to Pier 39 for a relaxed lunch, followed by an afternoon tour that covers the city’s most iconic landmarks, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, Chinatown, and Nob Hill. Conclude your tour with a night-time view of the city from the Bay Bridge. We then travel east to Modesto for the night.





Accommodation: Modesto Hotel or similar.





WINTER ITINERARY (Nov 1 – Mar 31 departures)




Our San Francisco sightseeing tour begin with a cruise in the San Francisco Bay, departing to Sausalito with stunning views of the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and infamous Alcatraz Island. Return to Pier 39 for a relaxed lunch, followed by an afternoon tour that covers the city’s most iconic landmarks, such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, Chinatown, and Nob Hill. Conclude your tour with a night-time view of the city from the Bay Bridge. Tonight is spent in San Francisco.





Accommodation: Springhill Suites Oakland Airport or similar.





Tour pick up: You can be collected for this tour the following location: San Francisco Public Library - 100 Larkin Street, opposite City Hall at 8:30 AM. Please ensure you arrive in San Francisco the day before your tour.

SUMMER ITINERARY (April 1 – Oct 31 departures)




Modesto - Yosemite - Stevenson Ranch. We travel east through the farmlands of the Joaquin Valley to reach Yosemite National Park, a 1,200-square-mile marvel of forests, lakes, and waterfalls nestled in the Sierra Nevada. Make stops at prominent landmarks such as El Capitan, Bridalveil Fall, and Half Dome. Continue with a hike starting from the Yosemite Visitor Centre to arrive at the grand Yosemite Falls, one of the tallest and waterfalls in North America at 730 metres.





Accommodation: Comfort Suites Stevenson Ranch or similar.





WINTER ITINERARY (Nov 1 – Mar 31 departures)




San Francisco - Monterey - Stevenson Ranch. Begin the day with a visit to Monterey, including the wharf and Cannery Row. Formerly a series of sardine factories, Cannery Row is now a charming destination for exploring its rich history. We continue along the stunning California Coast to the town of Carmel-by-the-Sea, known as the home of actor and director Clint Eastwood. Enjoy free time to explore the beautiful boutiques and galleries. We then head south to the iconic Route 1, offering close-up views of the spectacular California coastline. Small vehicles will traverse the southern portion of Route 1, while full-size coaches will exclusively take the 17-Mile Drive. In the afternoon, we make the drive to Stevenson Ranch, arriving in the early evening.





Accommodation: Comfort Suites Steven Ranch or similar.

SUMMER & WINTER ITINERARY




Stevenson Ranch - Las Vegas. Today's adventure takes us east through the desert and Death Valley to the world's gambling capital: Las Vegas. We’ll stop for lunch at the outlet mall on the Nevada State Line, where you can shop renowned brands like Levi's, Nike, Reebok, Timberland, and more.





In the evening, we'll tour the iconic Las Vegas Strip to admire the impressive hotels and attractions built in the heart of the desert. Highlights include Caesar’s Palace, The Mirage, Luxor, Paris, Mandalay Bay, New York-New York, Treasure Island, and more. End the night by trying your luck at one of the many casinos—who knows, you might get lucky!





Accommodation: Harrah's Hotel or similar.

SUMMER & WINTER ITINERARY




Las Vegas - Hoover Dam - Las Vegas. After a leisurely breakfast, we depart Las Vegas and head to the Hoover Dam. Discover the fascinating story behind this engineering marvel and its transformative impact on the region. We then return to Las Vegas, with free time available to enjoy the vast array of attractions and shows offered.





Accommodation: Harrah's Hotel or similar.

SUMMER & WINTER ITINERARY




Las Vegas - Sedona - Page. Our journey begins with a drive across the Mojave Desert, continuing up the Colorado Plateau along historic Route 66, and culminating in the picturesque town of Sedona. Celebrated as the jewel of the desert and one of America's most beautiful destinations, Sedona promises stunning vistas. We'll take a scenic drive through Oak Creek Canyon, which descends 2000 feet (610 meters) to the valley floor. We'll pause for photo ops at the Oak Creek Canyon overlook and Slide Rock State Park, capturing the mesmerizing red rock formations and scenery.





In Sedona, enjoy a lunch break where you can explore stores featuring authentic Indian arts and crafts, along with unique boutiques and galleries. Post-lunch, we'll venture into the desert to visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross (self-guided tour using a local shuttle service) and soak in panoramic views of Sedona's iconic red rock formations such as Bell Rock, Courthouse Butte, and Cathedral Rock. In the late afternoon, we'll make our way to Page for an overnight stay.





Accommodation: Clarion Inn Page or similar.

SUMMER & WINTER ITINERARY




Page - Monument Valley - Horseshoe Bend - Page. Our day begins with a journey into Monument Valley, an iconic symbol of the American West and one of the most photographed and majestic locations in the world. Situated deep within the heart of the Navajo Nation, this awe-inspiring park features sandstone masterpieces rising between 400 and 1000 feet (up to 300 meters). Surrounding these impressive structures are mesas, buttes, shrubs, and trees.





Our visit includes a jeep tour led by Navajo Indians, descending into the valley to witness first-hand why the Navajo consider this land “like no other place on earth.” Following this, we make our way to the majestic Colorado River to visit Horseshoe Bend, a breath-taking and unique landmark in this area.





Accommodation: Clarion Inn Page or similar.

SUMMER & WINTER ITINERARY




Page - Antelope Canyon - Valley of Fire - Las Vegas. We begin the day at Antelope Canyon, an important site in Navajo folklore. Marvel at the breath-taking dunes sculpted by wind, water, and sand over thousands of years. After our visit, we leave this remarkable area and set off towards Las Vegas. On our way, we pause for a lunch break before visiting the "Valley of Fire." Named for its stunning red sandstone formations, which were formed from shifting sands and dunes during the dinosaur era over 150 million years ago. When the sun's rays hit just right, the rocks appears to be ablaze, giving the valley its fiery appearance (weather permitting). We arrive in Las Vegas by early evening.





Drop off: Las Vegas Luxor Hotel & Casino





This tour is scheduled to end between 20:00 – 21:00, this is an estimated time only. Actual time may change based upon local conditions. Please ensure your departure flight is booked with this time in mind, we recommend booking your flights for the following day.