From CAD 4,699
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Small Group
Average
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(20 reviews)
Experience Overview
Are you on a mission to see the best scenery on the west coast? Well, we certainly have the trip for you. This 13-day adventure will get you up close and personal with not one, but five of some of the most popular national parks in the United States. Embark on hikes in Joshua Tree, Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Zion, and Yosemite all while enjoying yourself and making memories with your newest travel buddies. We think it’s time to treat yourself to something special, something that will allow you to get back out there and experience the beautiful world we live in. It’s easy to have the time of your life camping in the desert, eating pizza along the rim of the Grand Canyon, seeing the wild landscapes of Yosemite, and surfing along one of southern California’s beaches. The hardest part won’t be deciding if you should go, it will be when you have to come home.
Highlights
- Hike the amazing Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
- Catch a few waves with a surf lesson in southern California
- Visit the strange rock formations in Joshua Tree National Park
- Enjoy a drive down Route 66
- Have a pizza dinner along the rim of the Grand Canyon during sunset
- Hike in the Grand Canyon
- Visit Horseshoe Bend
- Enjoy stargazing and nights sitting around the campfire as a group.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2599
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Basic
Transport: Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
18 - 35 Year Olds Only
Supplier Code: NUYV
Starts: San Francisco, United States
Finishes: Las Vegas, United States
Duration: 13 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating:
Average
Includes
Activities
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Yosemite National Park visit and hikes
- Surf lesson in southern California
- Visit to Joshua Tree National Park
- Drive along Route 66
- Grand Canyon sunset pizza dinner
- Hike in Grand Canyon National Park
- Visit to Horseshoe Bend
- Bryce Canyon National Park visit
- Zion National Park visit
- Entrance fees to all national parks and monuments with hiking and walking excursions
- Self-inflating mattresses and dome tents
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotel (3 nts) twin share, participation camping (9 nts).
- 9 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 8 dinners
Transport
- Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking.
Group Leader
- 1 CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 4699 (CAD 361 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: San Francisco/Yosemite National Park
The adventure begins this morning with the drive to Yosemite National Park. Along the way stop for some fresh produce at a farmer's market in the central valley. Once in the park hike to Tuolumne Grove to see massive Giant Sequoias. Finish the day with a stop to see El Capitan and Bridalveil Fall en route to your camp for the night.
Day 2: Yosemite National Park
Enjoy free time to navigate the majestic Yosemite Valley at your own pace. Walk the Lower Yosemite Fall Trail or Swinging Bridge Loop Trail. Relax under the towering granite monoliths of Half Dome or El Capitan. Up for more of a challenge? Test your endurance on a more challenging hike like Upper Yosemite Falls or Four Mile. On the way back to camp, search for climbers on the sheer rock face of El Capitan.
Yosemite Village is a great starting point for launching into your adventure. Your CEO will help you get oriented to visit the Ansel Adams gallery, Ahwahnee Museum and the Yosemite Visitor Center. Here you can start a valley hike or catch a free shuttle around the park.
Day 3: Yosemite National Park
Today is all about getting active and exploring the landscapes of Yosemite. Head out on a hike to Vernal or Nevada Falls or opt to rent bikes and cruise around the valley.
This park is a hiker's paradise filled with different options for every skill level. From miles of trekking to short walks featuring amazing views, you won't have a hard time finding a trail to set out on and enjoy. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife and make sure to take plenty of pictures. In the evening relax around the fire and swap stories with your group.
Day 4: Yosemite National Park/Venice Beach
Bid farewell to Yosemite this morning and get ready for some ocean waves and sand between your toes as the group heads south to Venice Beach. Travel through the rolling hills and vastness of the Central Valley and arrive at the Pacific coast just in time to walk the beach during golden hour and grab some delicious dinner by the sea.
After the forests of Yosemite the beaches of southern California will be a welcome change for some time to relax and recharge. So suit up, grab a towel, find a volleyball, and live out those California beach fantasies with your friends.
Day 5: Venice Beach
Live the California dream as you wake up to the distant sound of waves crashing against the sand. Then, suit up and get ready for your surf lesson where you'll learn a thing or two about what it takes to make riding those waves look so easy.
Afterwards, enjoy free time on Venice Beach to lounge in the sun, walk out to the pier, or find a beachfront cafe with a table outside for some people watching. Or choose to rent bikes or surf boards and continue the adventure. Your only dilemma today should be deciding which burrito place you want to eat at.
Day 6: Venice Beach/Joshua Tree National Park
Depart the coast for the desert today, travelling through Los Angeles on the journey eastward to explore Joshua Tree National Park. Climb through the park's famous rock formations and make sure to get some photos of the park's namesake tree as the sun lights up this desolate landscape.
Day 7: Joshua Tree National Park/Grand Canyon National Park
Drive down the famed Route 66 today as we cruise further east to the Grand Canyon. Get ready to see breathtaking views with arguably the best sunset you have ever seen overlooking the Grand Canyon. Kick off those shoes, sit back, relax, and enjoy one of nature's finest performances. Enjoy a cheesy slice of pizza or two overlooking the Grand Canyon during sunset.
Day 8: Grand Canyon
Get up close and personal with the Grand Canyon as you spend the day hiking from the South Rim. There are a variety of hikes to choose from that will take you deeper into the canyon where you can really appreciate the size and depth of this national park. Choose whichever trail you wish or do short bursts of multiple hikes, just make sure you bring plenty of water and take your time.
Day 9: Grand Canyon/Page/Bryce Canyon
Journey onwards from the Grand Canyon to Page, Arizona, the site of Lake Powell. There will be free time here. Opt to join a local Navajo guide and explore Antelope Canyon; a stunning natural sandstone slot canyon located on tribal lands.
Then, lace up those hiking boots for a visit to Horseshoe Bend, a geological masterpiece that has been sculpted by the Colorado River. Walk to the overlook where you can hike along the rim and stare down into the flowing river far below. Snap some photos with your friends and just enjoy the moment. Finish the day with a picturesque drive to your camp in Bryce Canyon.
Day 10: Bryce Canyon
After a camp breakfast head out for a short drive into Bryce Canyon National Park. Once in the park, take advantage of your free time to hike through the wild and weird rock formations known as hoodoos. Opt to visit Inspiration Point, hit the rim trail, horseback ride, or hike the Queen's Garden and Navajo loop trails to see sites like Thor's Hammer and Wall Street. At night stargaze in a park known for its night skies.
Day 11: Bryce Canyon/Zion National Park
We pack up early this morning and move on towards Zion National Park. On route, we will make a stop at the lesser-known Coral Pink Sand Dunes and enjoy a scenic overlook of Utah's surrounding landscape on the Colorado Plateau. It's a unique geological feature that you shouldn't miss.
You'll have free time in the afternoon and evening to become acquainted with your surroundings. The only rule is to have a good time!
Day 12: Zion National Park
It's all about Zion today as you get a chance to wander this beautiful national park in Southwest Utah. Take the shuttle into the park and spend the day exploring and hiking with your fellow travelers.
Admire the monumental sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that tower into the sky and remember you can choose to turn around on these hikes at any point. In the evening enjoy leisure time back at camp. Once it gets dark get ready to sit around the campfire and roast some marshmallows as a group.
Day 13: Zion National Park/Las Vegas
This morning opt to get in one last activity in Zion if you ran out of time yesterday, or simply relax in the wild surroundings. Then the group will drive from Zion to Las Vegas where the tour ends on arrival.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Manuel Sebastian Alexander S. - Traveled, September 2023
See the most in short amount of time
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/21/2023
Jodie C. - Traveled, September 2023
G provides solos with a cost effective and fun way to see places which would be much harder to reach and appreciate on my own!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/21/2023
Ewan B. - Traveled, August 2023
I personally enjoyed the style and it suited my lifestyle
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/21/2023
Lennart B. - Traveled, July 2023
My CEO was the best man possible for this job
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/04/2023
Rachel J. - Traveled, August 2022
The tour was a good combination of solo travelers and pairs where everyone could get along. The tour was easy and took the stress out of travel.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/17/2023
Evelyn M. - Traveled, July 2023
I loved the tour style of travelling. Our guide was wonderful and went above and beyond to make the trip fun.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/10/2023
Lucy A. - Traveled, July 2023
Loved not having to organize things myself, it was great having everything pre arranged, also great for solo travelers met so many great people!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/27/2023
Francesca Z. - Traveled, July 2023
Because it was well organized and much more fun to travel in a group than alone
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/27/2023
Juan Miguel R. - Traveled, July 2023
Everything was handled and organized well. The trip I took was very convenient, and I met some great people along the way.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/27/2023
Nico B. - Traveled, July 2023
Tour Guide John and the Overall experience
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/27/2023
Maudy P. - Traveled, August 2023
Loved every bit of it, especially travelling in a group and having a tour guide that knows everything (maybe -1 for price)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/25/2023
Wies B. - Traveled, August 2023
I think it was great. Personally i didn't like the mattresses for camping, I think they could be a lot better.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/25/2023
Valerie V. - Traveled, July 2023
It was amazing because the Group was so small and everyone got a really good connection with everyone and the CEO Collin did so good to give us all the best experience. couldn't have asked for a better group leader.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
Cristina N. - Traveled, July 2023
Our CEO, Collin, is 100% what made this tour as amazing as it was .
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
Antonio G. - Traveled, July 2023
G Adventures takes the stress away of trying to find the best itinerary and activities for your chosen travel locations
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/11/2023
Gesche R. - Traveled, July 2023
My cousin has travelled with G Adventures on multiple occasions and recommended your agency to me. Since you did not disappoint I would do the same for anyone asking or looking for a group to travel with
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/28/2023
Megan L. - Traveled, July 2023
it's a great product, it there are some real issues with the delivery.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2023
Lucy M. - Traveled, June 2023
July 14 Our tour guide, Collin, provided the most unique experience and was so knowledgeable about the places. I felt safe, secure and well travelled in his company.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2023
Megan L. - Traveled, June 2023
It's a great product, it there are some real issues with the delivery.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/14/2023
Craig S. - Traveled, June 2023
They are well organized trips that would be logistical challenges if you were to do them on your own.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2023
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