Experience Overview
Searching for an opportunity to visit as many of the west coast’s stunning national parks as you can? This two-week tour will get you most of the way to that goal with plenty of rewarding hikes and scenery along the way. Embark on a full day exploration of Zion, walk through the enchanting hoodoos of Bryce Canyon, adventure into the longest canyon in the world from the south rim of the Grand Canyon, wander through the dry, desert landscape of Death Valley, and gain elevation and jaw-dropping views on treks through Sequoia and Yosemite. Embrace the outdoors and get ready to see places you may have only dreamed of before on this action packed adventure.
Highlights
- Hike Zion National Park
- Explore Bryce Canyon National Park
- Visit Antelope Canyon
- Enjoy a Navajo guided jeep tour of Monument Valley
- Watch the sunset at the Grand Canyon
- Hike in Sequoia National Park
- Soak in breathtaking views of Yosemite National Park.
Trip Details
Product Code: 2613
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles: Budget
Supplier Code: NUZS
Starts: Las Vegas, United States
Finishes: San Francisco, United States
Duration: 14 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical rating: Average
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Native Grill Food Truck Experience Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Zion National Park visit
- Bryce Canyon National Park visit
- Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon visits
- Navajo guided Monument Valley jeep tour
- Sunset along the rim of the Grand Canyon
- Full day hiking in Grand Canyon National Park
- Route 66 drive
- Death Valley National Park visit
- Sequoia National Park visit
- Yosemite National Park visit
- Entrance fees to all national parks and monuments with hiking and walking excursions
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Hotel (13 nts).
- 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches
Transport
- Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking.
Group Leader
- 1 CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD 5269 (CAD 376 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Las Vegas/Zion National Park
After a brief welcome meeting with your CEO, hit the road from Las Vegas and drive to Zion National Park. Get settled into your hotel and opt to explore the area a bit or enjoy dinner at your leisure. Then, rest up for tomorrow's full day of exploring.
Day 2: 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 travellers.
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, relax at your hotel as you reflect on your day in this wonderful piece of paradise.
Day 3: Zion National Park/Bryce Canyon National Park
Depart Zion in the morning and travel with the group to Bryce Canyon National Park. Once in the park enjoy free time to hike through the wild and weird rock formations fondly known as hoodoos. Visit Inspiration Point, hike the rim trail. Opt to hike the Queen's Garden and Navajo loop trails or take in the incredible view with a walk along the rim. Head back to the park after dinner for sunset. At night look up and see the magic of the stars in a place that has been designated an International Dark Sky Park.
Day 4: Bryce Canyon, Antelope Canyon, and Monument Valley
We'll jet off this morning to Page, Arizona, the gateway to famous Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend.
Join a local Navajo guide and explore Antelope Canyon; a stunning natural sandstone slot canyon located on tribal lands. Admire the blue sky above from the bottom of the canyon and make sure you bring your camera to take loads of photos.
Afterwards, visit Horseshoe Bend for a short hike to stand atop the steep cliffs overlooking the natural bend in the Colorado River. Today's adventure will end in Monument Valley where you will have time to relax and unwind after a busy day of sightseeing.
Day 5: Monument Valley/Grand Canyon National Park
This morning you'll be treated to a sunrise Navajo guided jeep tour of Monument Valley. Admire the majesty and magnetic atmosphere of this special place before continuing on toward the Grand Canyon. En route, stop for lunch at a family-owned Navajo food truck, before arriving at the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon just in time for a spectacular sunset.
Day 6: Grand Canyon National Park
Marvel at the out-of-this-world views as you get up close and personal with the Grand Canyon today. Spend a full day exploring and 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.
If you wish to see this natural wonder from a bird's eye view with an experience you'll never forget, opt to book the Grand Canyon helicopter tour.
Day 7: Grand Canyon/Las Vegas
Head to Las Vegas from the Grand Canyon this morning where you can spend time in this vibrant city. Explore the strip, grab something to eat, see a glitzy show, or test your luck gambling in one of the casinos.
Day 8: Las Vegas, Death Valley and Bakersfield
In the morning, the group will depart Las Vegas and head to Death Valley. You'll visit the country's hottest, driest, and lowest national park. Death Valley is a land of extremes and you'll get a sense of the striking contrast of this park's landscapes with visits to Furnace Creek, Badwater Basin, and Zabriskie Point. In the evening, settle into your hotel and get some rest for tomorrow's adventure.
Day 9: Sequoia National Park
Spend the day travelling to Sequoia National Park, home to granite cliffs and ancient giant trees. Once you arrive, set out on a short afternoon hike to explore and stare up in wonder at the tallest trees in the world. Walk the half mile down to General Sherman to see the world's largest tree at 83 meters (275 feet) high. Trek through the Giant Forest on Congress Trail to see more of these colossal trees. Later, we head to the hotel in Visalia
Day 10: Sequoia National Park
Immerse yourself in Sequoia with a full day to hike in the park. Visit Grant Grove for more opportunities to marvel at these rare giants among the forest. If you're looking for 360-degree views head up the 2 mile round-trip Buena Vista Peak trailhead to see the High Sierra and the valley below.
Day 11: Yosemite National Park
Hit the road again and travel north through the Sierras to the south entrance of Yosemite National Park. Head straight into the park to take in iconic sights like Half Dome, El Capitan, and Bridalveil Fall.
Day 12: Yosemite National Park
It's all about getting active and exploring the landscapes of Yosemite today. From the valley floor, take the park shuttle system to one of the most iconic trails in the park. Hike alongside the Merced River to climb the Mist Trail, getting sprayed by the waters of Vernal Fall. See the water rushing over the edge before crossing the river and climbing the steps to Nevada Fall. From the top enjoy views of the High Sierra including Half Dome, Liberty Cap, and Mount Broderick.
Later, enjoy free time to walk the Lower Yosemite Fall Trail, Bridalveil Fall Trail, relax under the towering granite monoliths of Half Dome or El Capitan, or opt to rent bikes and cruise around the valley.
Day 13: Yosemite National Park/San Francisco
Leave Yosemite in the morning and drive across the Central Valley with the group to San Francisco. Join your CEO for a driving tour through some of San Francisco's most iconic highlights. We will drive to the bohemian neighborhood of Haight Ashbury for lunch, followed by a drive through the Golden Gate park. What trip to San Fran would be complete without seeing the Golden Gate Bridge? Depending on time, step foot on this famous red suspension bridge or find a great viewing point to take some photos. There is free time in the evening to explore the colorful Fisherman's wharf.
Day 14: San Francisco
Spend a free morning in the city searching for the best place to have breakfast before departing. The tour ends mid morning.
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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
Nicholas B. - Traveled, November 2023
This trip was the perfect balance between hitting key destinations, time spent travelling and the experiences on offer. The west coast of the United States is incredible and a must-see for anyone seekinG Adventures. Our guide Charlie was an absolute superstar and made the trip exciting. He was always energised and ready to go, generous with sharing his insider tips for the best places to eat and see and ensured that everyone on the trip was having the best possible time.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 12/03/2023
Shirley O. - Traveled, October 2023
The tour was well organised, kept on time & schedule. Informative of local history & culture.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/12/2023
Samantha T. - Traveled, October 2023
This style of travel is perfect for me, but may not be right for others. There is a lot of go, go, go that some may not like.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 11/12/2023
Juliet Y. - Traveled, October 2023
Small group with own transport vehicle. Good quality hotels. Lots of physical activity.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/29/2023
Ross Y. - Traveled, October 2023
Based on the positive experience we had in small group travel. It was a great introduction to USA National parks for an overseas visitor.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/29/2023
Petrus G. - Traveled, October 2023
You are professional, had the best hotels to stay in and the tour leader was very good!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/22/2023
Sarah E. - Traveled, October 2023
I really enjoy G Adventures tours and have always had a good experience traveling with you as a company
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/15/2023
Gabriela T. - Traveled, September 2023
You need to like group traveling
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/15/2023
Gabriela S. - Traveled, October 2023
Everything about the travel is organized
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/15/2023
Jennifer P. - Traveled, October 2023
Really great way to travel when short on time but want to experience a few places
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/15/2023
Frances M. - Traveled, September 2023
Amazing tour guide and a well-organised trip
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/01/2023
Katja T. - Traveled, September 2023
Good Organisation
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/01/2023
Wayne M. - Traveled, September 2023
Great trip slightly spoiled by missing out on Death Valley and helicopter flight over Grand Canyon (both weather related).
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/01/2023
Michael P. - Traveled, September 2023
I had a great time
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/24/2023
Georgina C. - Traveled, September 2023
Great adventures always well paced, fantastic guides and takes the decision making out of my hands!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/24/2023
Kim P. - Traveled, September 2023
This tour had a great variety of beautiful detinations
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/24/2023
Samantha D. - Traveled, August 2023
I have already recommended G to multiple people!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/03/2023
Sarah E. - Traveled, July 2024
In a short amount of time you can go on a planned out trip. In the trip are a lot of highlights, sometime things to see you don't even know of. it's a cool experience to meet new people and expolore together new places. It makes travel over a long distances easier with the bus, so you don't have to drive everything by yourself.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/13/2024
Peter S. - Traveled, July 2024
First week was fabulous. Like a 9/10 but second week was far less good. More like a 5/10 so averaging out at a 7
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/13/2024
Tina W. - Traveled, July 2024
Good expiriece but chance of guide and travelers after 1 week
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/30/2024
Christine R. - Traveled, July 2024
Tour stops... one highlight after the other. Not having to worry about organisation and how to get around.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/30/2024
Nicole B. - Traveled, July 2024
It was my fourth time travelling with G. I always enjoyed this type of group travel and how G does it: Small group, a CEO taking the hustle out of travelling and organizing everything last but not least all the small extra adventures which you wouldn't experience whit a large group.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/30/2024
Sarah H. - Traveled, July 2024
Travel solo
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/30/2024
David E. - Traveled, July 2024
Chris was amazing Managed to see and experience a lot of places and activities in the 2 weeks Hotels/motels was to a good standard Itinerary was really good
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/23/2024
Jenna M. - Traveled, July 2024
Chris was a great tour guide, he made the trip amazing! The activities and hike he planned were great as well as all the meals! The whole experience was fantastic
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/23/2024
Lisa R. - Traveled, June 2024
I have participated in several tours with GAd and enjoyed all of them.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/16/2024
Jennifer H. - Traveled, June 2024
Everything was perfectly organized. I didn't have to worry about a thing (how to get to the parks, looking for hotels, etc)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/16/2024
Colette P. - Traveled, June 2024
G Adventures allowed us to fully enjoy and experience all aspects of Traveling the USA, whist removing the stress of organising the trip ourselves.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/09/2024
Timothy P. - Traveled, June 2024
Excellent tour guides, very good accommodation and breathtaking locations
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/09/2024
Sally H. - Traveled, June 2024
I've done multiple trips and they',ve been great in terms of itinerary, convinience, safety, and a good time!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/02/2024
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