Vegas to San Fran

6 Days | Hit the road in search of California’s best

4.4 out of 5 based on 7 reviews submitted.
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City, coast, hot springs, national parks and a whole load of wide-open roads – take on Vegas to San Fran on this six-day adventure. Stop in the Sierra Nevada mountains, pass by Mono Lake and make your way to the extraordinary Yosemite National Park. With two full days spent here, marvel at Half Dome and hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, before having the time to choose your own adventure. Finish up in the culture-filled hub of San Francisco, and toast to one incredible journey!

Trip overview

Map of Vegas To San Fran including United States Of America
Start
Las Vegas, United States
Finish
San Francisco, United States
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
United States
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Style
Basix
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
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Why you'll love this trip
  • Spend three nights camping near Yosemite National Park with two full days of exploration. With so many options on what to do, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
  • Stroll through The Tunnel Tree, a sequoia so large the trail had to be cut through the centre of it during a hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias.
  • Settle in and immerse yourself in the peace and quiet of your surroundings with nights spent camping under the stars.
  • With a knowledgeable leader getting you from place to place, all you’ve got to worry about is snapping the best photo and getting the most out of your Californian road trip.
  • Where better to end your adventure than in San Francisco, the eclectic, 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.

Is this trip right for you?
  • Your accommodation on this trip will be a combination of camping and budget hotels. On the days you’re camping, this will be a participatory trip – meaning you should be prepared to help with activities like setting up camp, food prep and washing up. We’ll provide tents, sleeping pads and camp cookware, but you’ll need to bring your own sleeping bag and pillow.
  • That teamwork also extends to our optional food kitty of approximately USD 20 per day, run to cover the cost of meals. The kitty is optional and for your convenience, so if you've got specific dietary requirements you can opt out and purchase (and cook) your own food.
  • From the steep hiking trails of Yosemite to the towering hills of San Francisco, this trip can involve a lot of walking. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes. To make the most of the trip, it's best if you have at least a moderate level of fitness.
  • You'll be travelling in a private vehicle with your group. Extra space can be tight, and conditions may feel a little cramped. It’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. Please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
  • You’ll be travelling through deserts and mountains, which means temperatures can vary significantly from hot to cold. Research the weather conditions to determine the best time to travel for you, and come prepared with adequate clothing.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2023 - 31 December 2024

Map of Vegas To San Fran including United States Of America

Inclusions

Transport

Private vehicle

Accommodation

Hotel (1 night), Camping with facilities (4 nights)

Activities
  • Yosemite National Park - Entrance Fee
  • Visit to Mono Lake
  • Yosemite National Park - Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
Add on activities
  • Las Vegas - Mob Museum - USD27
  • Las Vegas - Monorail - USD5
  • Las Vegas - Bellagio Fountains - Free
  • Las Vegas - Eiffel Tower - USD22
  • Las Vegas - Neon Museum - USD20
  • 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 Las Vegas and finishes on arrival into San Francisco at approximately 5pm on Day 6.

2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

3. As this is a camping trip please bring with you a sleeping bag, pillow and towel.

4. Please note that the legal drinking age in the US is 21 and in some parts of Canada it's 19.

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Reviews

4.4 out of 5 based on 7 reviews submitted.
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Emily · Traveled July 2024
This short trip was ideal to see the main views of Yosemite - the place that I consider my favourite. Our tour leader Nicholas was amazing throughout and tried to include as much as he possibly could in a short amount of time. There were long driving days but these were broken up with short trips into national forests and stop offs for snacks! Thanks to Nick for an amazing trip and showing us the best bits!
Review submitted 31 Jul 2024

Olivia · Traveled May 2024
The tour was great, particularly Yosemite National Park, however our itinerary changed due to the Tioga Pass being closed which was a real bummer. We spent a lot of time sitting on the bus.
Review submitted 04 Jun 2024

Sarah · Traveled October 2023
This trip was beyond my expectations. The itinerary was great and our guide Steve was so knowledgeable. He was able to take us to places you simply would have trouble finding if you were getting there yourself. We were very lucky with the weather, hot during the day, but we needed hats and warm clothes in the evening. I was glad I took a woolly hat!. The camping was great fun and the group itself aging from twenties to seventies got on so well together. I could not recommend this trip more highly.
Review submitted 10 Oct 2023

Eduardo · Traveled September 2023
Fantastic itinerary, wonderful tour leader (Chris went above and beyond making sure we experienced not only all the inclusions in the itinerary but plenty of bonus stops, he was approachable, friendly and knowledgeable -an ace!-) and truly incredible sights and hikes at Yosemite. The impromptu San Fran drive in tour was great as well.
Review submitted 03 Nov 2023

sophie · Traveled June 2023
Intrepid's inclement weather plan included no activities days 1-3 and camping in parking lots. Drove 19 hours total. I only enjoyed the cumulative 16 hours we spent in Yosemite. Would not recommend.
Review submitted 13 Jul 2023
Vegas to San Fran
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