22 day The Southwest - ex San Francisco

Trip Information

Starts In: San Francisco
Ends In: San Francisco
Duration: 22 Days.
Departs: Selected Sat
Group Size: max 13
Transport: Private van, walking
Accommodation: Hotels (2 nts), hostel (1 nt), camping (18 nts)
Activity: Adventure Tour
Ages: 18+
Tour Code: SOTS
Operator Code: SUNTRK

Countries Visited

USA

Trip Highlights

Rollerskate down the jasmine-infused streets of Santa Barbara
Admire the sprawl of the Grand Canyon
Have fun in the sun by Lake Powell
Discover Wild West landscapes in Monument Valley
Explore Bryce Canyon’s bewitching terrain
Peruse tufa rocks piercing Mono Lake
Spot iconic wildlife in Yosemite
Saunter through vineyards in the Napa and Sonoma valleys

Full Itinerary

This is an adventure for those who appreciate the big things in life. Venture southwest through America's most celebrated cities including San Francisco, Los Angeles and Las Vegas, and discover the wild landscapes and pristine wilderness that lies off the highways and down the dirt roads. From the legendary Grand Canyon to the mysterious flame-red rocks of Monument Valley, the tufa rocks of Mono Lake and the hulking cliffs of Yosemite, this is sure to be the adventure of a lifetime.

Day 1 San Francisco

Why not arrive early to see the very best that San Fran has to offer.

Day 2 Santa Cruz

Pass time with a scenic drive to Santa Cruz.

Day 3 Santa Barbara

Take up rollerskating, cycling or beach volleyball in this Californian Shangri-La.

Day 4 Los Angeles

Dress to impress and glimpse a celebrity or two in this star-studded town.

Days 5-6 San Diego

Why not grab the chance to see some of this city's finest museums while strolling through Balboa Park.

Day 7 Lake Havasu

Discover a piece of London in Lake Havasu City - London Bridge was auctioned off in the 1960s, won by an developer, dismantled and reconstructed here.

Days 8-9 Grand Canyon

There's no denying the grandeur of this canyon - it’s magnificent from any angle, but an optional helicopter flight offers the best seats in the house.

Day 10 Lake Powell/ Western Ranch Camp

Visit Glen Canyon, then journey to Lake Powell to swim in the crystal-clear water or laze on the shore.

Day 11 Monument Valley

Discover the freestanding rock formations that have served as a backdrop for countless Hollywood Westerns.

Days 12-13 Moab

Hike or bike ancient flame-red landscapes, discover ancient rock art or raft down the Colorado River.

Day 14 Bryce Canyon National Park

Peruse the rusty-coloured steeples, spires to pinnacles that pierce the terrain.

Days 15-16 Las Vegas

After a brief stint hiking through the idyllic landscape in Zion National Park, head to Nevada's entertainment capital.

Day 17 Death Valley/ Sierra Nevada

Keep cool driving through Death Valley en route to Sierra Nevada. Clean air, blue skies and mountain lakes are in full technicolour view on the drive to this.

Day 18 Sierra Nevada

Visit Bodie State Historic Park, a gold-rush town suspended in time.

Day 19-20 Yosemite National Park

Natural marvels abound in Yosemite, as cliffs, waterfalls and lakes pepper the landscape.

Day 21 Napa Valley/ Sonoma Valleys

Get a taste of the Old West while wandering around Old Sacramento. Quaff local wines in the verdant Napa and Sonoma Valleys, two of the most famous wine regions in the world.

Day 22 San Francisco

After finishing in San Fran, why not hit the Ferry Building in FiDi and celebrate the adventure's end.

meals included: Trip kitty covers some breakfasts & dinners. 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 4:00pm on day 22.

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