Wild Western USA

Explore the Grand Canyon and Yosemite on an American road trip

Get a dose of national parks, cities and the iconic Route 66 on this 11-day adventure through the USA’s wild west. Start with a side of glitz and glam in Los Angeles, then swap the concrete jungle for the cactus gardens of Joshua Tree National Park and explore the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. Spend three nights near Yosemite National Park, uncovering highlights like Half Dome, the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias and Yosemite Falls, then head to the coast and move through constantly changing scenery to the City by the Bay, San Francisco. For those who want to hit the wide-open road and see the natural wonder of USA’s west, this extensive LA to San Fran adventure is just the ticket.

Trip code: SSRVC

Start: Santa Monica, USA

End: San Francisco, USA


Duration
11 days
Group size
1 to 12
Minimum age
15 years old
Style

Basix: Simple accommodation, local transport and lots of free time

Original: Tourist-class hotels, some meals included and a great mix of included activities and free time

Comfort: Comfortable accommodation, with a relaxed pace of travel and many included meals and activities

Premium: Our best accommodation, exclusive inclusions and our most experienced leaders

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From
AUD $4,550

Why you'll love this trip

  • Explore the unusual rock formations, striking desert cactus gardens and unexpected oases of Joshua Tree National Park.
  • Spend two nights soaking up all that the Grand Canyon National Park has to offer, with trips to the South Rim, Granite Rapids and Monument Canyon.
  • Road trip along the historic Route 66, also known as the 'Mother Road', and get a dose of old-school Americana at the eccentric town of Seligman.
  • Swap natural wonders for the world-class dining, shows and museums of Las Vegas for two nights – there's more to the city than just the bright lights!
  • Spend three nights camping near Yosemite National Park with two full days of exploration. Join your leader on hikes to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, Yosemite Falls and more.
  • Where better to end your adventure than in San Francisco, multicultural 'City by the Bay'. With the option to extend your visit a couple of days, you won’t be wanting to go home just yet.

Itinerary

Map of Wild Western USA including United States Of America

Inclusions and activities

Destinations
USA
Meals

1 breakfast

Transport

Private vehicle

Accommodation

Camping (with facilities) (6 nights), Hotel (3 nights), Hostel (1 night)

Included activities
  • Joshua Tree National Park - Entrance Fee
  • Grand Canyon National Park - Entrance
  • Grand Canyon - Leader-led South Rim tour
  • Yosemite National Park - Entrance Fee
  • Mono Lake - Visit
  • Yosemite National Park - Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias

Optional activities
  • Grand Canyon - IMAX Movie - USD15
  • Grand Canyon - Half Day bike rental - USD35
  • Las Vegas - Monorail - USD5
  • Las Vegas - Neon Museum - USD20
  • Las Vegas - Bellagio Fountains - Free
  • Las Vegas - Mob Museum - USD27
  • Las Vegas - Eiffel Tower - USD22
  • Bishop - Keough Hot Springs - USD15
  • Yosemite - Cycling in Yosemite Valley - USD12
  • Yosemite National Park - Hiking - Free
  • Yosemite - River Float Raft Rental (seasonal) - USD30

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Important notes

1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6:00pm on Day 1 in Los Angeles and finishes on arrival in San Francisco at approximately 5pm on Day 11.

2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 1 (Los Angeles) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

3. We are not able to book airport shuttle service for North America trips. North America has convenient taxi and rideshare options from all airports, as well as public transport systems in major hub cities. Please check the joining and finishing point instructions listed in the Essential Trip Information.

Essential Trip Information

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Wild Western USA
From
AUD $4,550