Adventure Travel Amercia - California Adventure Tour

Trip Information

Starts In: San Francisco (or Los Angeles from day 3)
Ends In: San Francisco
Duration: 15 Days.
Departs: Selected Saturdays
Group Size: max 13
Transport: Private van, walking
Accommodation: Hotels (2 nts), Hostel (1nt) camping (11 nts)
Activity: Adventure Tour
Ages: 18+
Tour Code: 206
Operator Code: SUNTRK

Countries Visited

USA

Trip Highlights

Hit the road on meandering Hwy 1
Relax amid the dramatic coastline of Big Sur
Stare into the abyss at the Grand Canyon
Dance with Lady Luck in glitzy Las Vegas
Feel the mercury rise in Death Valley
Be awestruck by the wild beauty of Yosemite
Unleash that inner bohemian in San Francisco

Full Itinerary

Embark on a dream travel adventure in the west coast of the USA. Start in the bohemian breeding ground of San Francisco and enjoy the beauty of Santa Barbara's coastline. Admire things bold and beautiful in Los Angeles and unleash the inner hedonist in Las Vegas where sinners come to flirt with chance. Make a mission to see the epic Grand Canyon, experience the extent of the sun in the Californian desert of Nevada and then soak in the serenity of the Yosemite National Park. A dream realised, this Californian adventure is a must for the young at heart.

Day 1 San Francisco

For those who arrive early why not take a stroll across the Golden Gate Bridge, then enjoy a meal in vibrant Chinatown.

Day 2 Big Sur

From the cultural melting pot of San Francisco, drive down the coast on Highway 1, stopping in coastal Monterey. Next up is Carmel, a seaside town and artist colony that's also home to the beautiful San Carlos Borromeo de Carmelo Mission. End the day amid the rugged cliffs and redwood trees of Big Sur.

Days 3-4 Los Angeles

Travel along a beach road and witness scenes of surfers and sea lions along California's coastline. Enjoy a stay in the Mediterranean climes of Santa Barbara before hitting LA. Visit Venice Beach, where body builders and bronzed goddesses can be seen in all their sun-kissed glory.

Days 5-6 San Diego

Bask on the golden beaches of Mission Bay. Visit the Old Town, one of the first Spanish settlements in California, and discover the Gaslamp Quarter. In the evening, perhaps make a border crossing into Mexico to experience Tijuana's nightlife.

Day 7 Lake Havasu

Take in the spectacular rust-red and green landscape of the southern Californian desert. Enter Joshua Tree National Park, known for its unusual plants including cacti, Mojave yuccas and, of course, Joshua trees. Afterwards, cross the Colarado River to see the 72 km long Lake Havasu.

Days 8-9 Grand Canyon

At 450 km long by 6.3 km wide by 600 m deep and truly overwhelming in reality, the Grand Canyon is impressive at any angle.

Days 10-11 Las Vegas

Venture into the wilds of Kaibab National Forest and then onto famous Route 66. Cross the iconic Mojave Desert and reach the neon lights of Las Vegas.

Day 12 Sierra Nevada

Feel the mercury rise in Death Valley, one of the hottest deserts on the planet. Spend the night in Sierra Nevada.

Days 13-14 Yosemite National Park

Travel over the Tioga Pass into the heart of the Sierra Nevada. Enter the wilderness of UNESCO World Heritage listed Yosemite National Park, a land of majestic waterfalls, giant sequoia groves and magnificent granite cliffs.

Day 15 San Francisco

End the trip with the bohemian city of San Francisco. There's time to take in a bit of shopping and sightseeing around this cosmopolitan town before departing.

meals included: The kitty covers some breakfasts & dinners while camping on this trip. The kitty is an optional payment of US$50 per week of your trip and is used to pay for some group meals.

important notes: Please bring your own sleeping bag. This trip is also available departing Los Angeles with a slightly revised itinerary.

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