From Seattle to San Francisco and every significant mountain, national park, canyon and river in between, this Overland Adventure is fourteen days of non-stop natural wonder guaranteed to leave you loving Mother Nature all over again. Make tracks through the northern Rockies of Idaho and Montana, stop by Reno in Nevada and wind up amid the bright blue skies of California. Explore some of the world's most impressive national parks - including Yellowstone and Yosemite - and discover a wealth of Native American myth and legend peppered throughout these ancient lands. Hulking mountains, vast canyons, rushing rivers and big deserts - this really is the adventure of a lifetime.
Day 1 Seattle
Discover the birthplace of grunge.
Day 2 Coeur d'Alene
Gaze at the azure waters of Coeur d'Alene Lake, and enjoy exploring the city of the same name.
Days 3-4 Glacier National Park
Cross into northwest Montana, and be rewarded with captivating scenery of sculpted mountain peaks, decorated with dramatic glaciers and glassy lakes.
Day 5 Helena
Explore this gold rush town.
Days 6-8 Yellowstone National Park/ Grand Teton National Park/ Jackson Hole
Marvel at the geological curiosities that characterise Yellowstone - bubbling geysers, sulphuric springs and colourful boiling mud. Travel to Grand Teton and discover more beautiful wilderness.
Day 9 Jackson Hole
Get active at Jackson Hole where mountain biking, hiking and a rafting trip on the Snake River are all options.
Day 10 Twin Falls
Visit Idaho Falls and explore the surreal crater region that is home to the continent's largest area of lava fields and cinder cones.
Day 11 Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
Admire the size and beauty of this natural wonder before travelling toward Shoshone Falls - also known as the Niagara of the West. Camp in Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.
Days 12 Lake Tahoe
Visit Reno, popularly known as the Biggest Little City In The World, and which boasts casinos and stunning wide-open spaces.
Days 13-14 Yosemite National Park
Follow hiking trails ranging from leisurely strolls to challenging treks. Have cameras ready to snap the scenery.
Day 15 San Francisco
Cross the Bay Bridge before farewelling fellow adventurers.
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. Recommended earliest possible flight departure time is 8:00pm on day 15.
