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See full itineraryMix things up on this USA tour with a potent California, Nevada and Arizona cocktail. Start with a quick trip up the California coast to Big Sur and Monterey; then stir in a couple days of San Francisco. Add a good measure of Yosemite Valley’s pine scented air and a dash of Mojave Desert. Flavour with a splash of Las Vegas to taste; then serve on the red rocks of the Grand Canyon or with cool Pacific breezes on San Diego’s world famous Mission Beach. Enjoy responsibly, in the pleasure of new found friends.
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Welcome to the City of Angels (Day 1)
Fall for Frisco's charm (Days 2 to 3)
Welcome to the wild wild west! (Days 4 to 10)
Mojave Desert meets San Diego's beach (Days 11 to 14)
The West is definitely a land of extremes! With National Parks, wilderness areas, snow capped mountains, deserts and beaches, thlist goes on and on. One ‘must see’ is the Grand Canyon, 280 miles of geological wonder that really does have to be seen to be believed.
Hit the big cities and stroll down the ‘Walk of Fame’ along Hollywood Boulevard, or hit the blackjack tables in Las Vegas and cruise The Strip in a super-stretch limousine. Catch a cable car to Chinatown or Fisherman’s Wharf, then wander back along San Francisco’s lively streets.
Day 1: Los Angeles & Pacific Coast
With LA at your back, the sun on your face and Pacific to the West, you're already riding that California high. We follow US Highway 1 - the Pacific Coast Highway - north to Big Sur. Up in Monterey or Carmel, find a cool camp spot tucked between giant Redwoods and explore the rugged coastline with a sunset walk on the beach.
The West is definitely a land of extremes! With National Parks, wilderness areas, snow capped mountains, deserts and beaches, the list goes on and on. One ‘must see’ is the Grand Canyon, 280 miles of geological wonder that really does have to be seen to be believed.
Hit the big cities and stroll down the ‘Walk of Fame’ along Hollywood Boulevard, or hit the blackjack tables in Las Vegas and cruise The Strip in a super-stretch limousine. Catch a cable car to Chinatown or Fisherman’s Wharf, then wander back along San Francisco’s lively streets.
Day 2-3: San Francisco
Fall for Frisco's charm while touring Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf and the hillside heights. Enjoy a full day to explore the city, with plenty of time for shopping, sightseeing and a stroll over the Golden Gate Bridge before a cruise on the bay for an unforgettable sunset, then go bar hopping 'til the tiny hours.
The West is definitely a land of extremes! With National Parks, wilderness areas, snow capped mountains, deserts and beaches, the list goes on and on. One ‘must see’ is the Grand Canyon, 280 miles of geological wonder that really does have to be seen to be believed.
Hit the big cities and stroll down the ‘Walk of Fame’ along Hollywood Boulevard, or hit the blackjack tables in Las Vegas and cruise The Strip in a super-stretch limousine. Catch a cable car to Chinatown or Fisherman’s Wharf, then wander back along San Francisco’s lively streets.
Day 4-5: Yosemite National Park
After those big-city nights, stretch your legs in one of nature's greatest back yards, Yosemite National Park, and walk amongst the Giant Sequoias. Hike to one of the magnificent waterfalls, hire a bicycle to pedal along the park roads or float your boat down the Merced River.
Day 6: Sierra Nevada
Next we wind through high-up peaks with far-out views across the Sierra Nevadas that will have you itching to get your trekking boots on.
Day 7/8: Las Vegas
Closer to sea level, luminous Vegas ups the ante - the greatest show on earth! Catch some rays by the hotel pool then dive into "The Strip" in style on an optional limousine tour. Indulge in an all-you-can eat buffet, take in a show or just watch the amazing crowds, neon and attractions that many hotel casinos have to offer. And if that's not enough, take an optional helicopter flight down The Strip then gamble in one of the world class casinos before hitting the world famous clubs...all night long!
Day 9-10: Grand Canyon
Wow! You may be lost for words. Nothing you have ever seen before will prepare you for this spectacular sight! Hike from the forest above to the desert below, red rock to white powder or take a helicopter flight for a birds-eye view and marvel at the brilliant colours. The canyon depths is nothing short of mind-blowing. Then again so is the sunrise and that's free.
The West is definitely a land of extremes! With National Parks, wilderness areas, snow capped mountains, deserts and beaches, the list goes on and on. One ‘must see’ is the Grand Canyon, 280 miles of geological wonder that really does have to be seen to be believed.
Hit the big cities and stroll down the ‘Walk of Fame’ along Hollywood Boulevard, or hit the blackjack tables in Las Vegas and cruise The Strip in a super-stretch limousine. Catch a cable car to Chinatown or Fisherman’s Wharf, then wander back along San Francisco’s lively streets.
Day 11: Lake Havasu
This is A-grade Arizona: Mojave Desert, Colorado River and the original London Bridge. We kid you not!
Day 12-13: San Diego
Next, the Southern California city of San Diego - 'America's Finest '. Laze in grassy Balboa Park or feel sand between your toes at Mission Beach and top up your tan. San Diego has the perfect environment for so many beachfront activities; rollerblading, beach volleyball, boogie boarding and bicycling... you name it! Later, cruise the Gaslamp Quarter and the heart of San Diego's nightlife. There will also be time for some sunshine at the world-famous San Diego Zoo or Sea World Adventure Park! (at your own expense).
Day 14: Los Angeles
Back to 'La La Land', with its Walk of Fame shrines to silver screen mega-stars. Tour Hollywood for a snap of the famous sign and a chance for your own celebrity sighting.
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18 years.
9 nights camping including fees and equipment (except sleeping bag and pillow)
4 hotel nights (paid locally, approx. $30-$50 per night
On our camping tours, our groups share in the preparation and cooking of the food. Supplies, excluding soft drinks and alcohol, are purchased from the food kitty, and each member of the group pays US$10 per day en route. This covers three meals on most days whilst camping; eating fresh foods that we purchase as we travel to satisfy the international flavour of the group - a healthy way to travel at an unbeatable price. Naturally this does not cover hotel stops or when tour groups sometimes sample regional cuisine at local restaurants.
Throughout your programmes you will have the support and guidance of the programme co-ordinator and team. You will be provided with competent assistance and help with any questions or advice you may need during your stay.
You will be assigned a personal travel advisor who will co-ordinate your programme with you. Feel free to contact them at any time before you go, or when you are on your travels.
In addition, you will have access to a 24 hour emergency contact number so you can contact one of our UK staff at any time should you need to.
Tours are made up of 6-13 travellers and one tour leader.
For TrekAmerica camping tours you will need to budget for the food kitty. This is usually US$10 a day however see individual tour pages for specific details. This will cover all of your meals while camping but does not cover meals during hotel stops or when the group chooses to sample regional cuisine. Depending on the tour you choose, there may be en-route hotel nights paid locally and the cost will be shown on the itinerary. You should budget for each of these night stops. We recommend you take at least US$40/CAN$40 dollars per day to budget for your optional activities and snacks along the way on all our North American Treks. This does not include money for food kitty and en route hotel expenses. We suggest you bring US $150 with you in cash. ATM’s and cash machines are readily available throughout North America and major credit cards are widely accepted throughout the country. Traveller’s checks are accepted and can be a safe way to take your funds but aren’t always the most practical. In some off the beaten track destinations ATM’s and cash machines may be limited. Credit card payment can’t be accepted for food kitty and enroute hotel payments.
The min and max ages for this tour is 18-38 – the common age range is 18-28.
Tours are well paced to allow enough time in the main spots so participants don’t feel like they spend all their time on the road. There are a lot of activities to take part in so the tour can be pretty action packed but you can always opt out of the activities if you want to chill out.
All fitness levels are welcome though there is quite a bit of hiking involved on most of the tours. Usually groups will split into a fast a slow pace.
Although it may not be customary in your country, it is normal and expected in North America to tip waiters, bar staff, any type of guide and taxi drivers. Service workers are paid a low wage and depend upon their tips for their livelihood. A minimum of 15% is standard in restaurants. Your trek leader works long and hard for you. He or she may well become your close friend during the trek, but they also need to pay their bills. If the leader's performance meets or exceeds your expectations we recommend a tip of US $5 per person, per day.
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Write reviewBest experience of lifetime, new friends, awesome, amazing, fantastic, marvellous
Almost everything was, but touring around San Francisco has to be a personal highlight, seeing the golden gate bridge, alcatraz, crooked street, heigh ashbury
1. No matter what you think at the start, you will meet the people in your group and become great friends with them. 2. Don't push yourself to try do everything on the trip, you just can't so pick the best highlights you want to see in each city. 3. Relax and enjoy!
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best experience ever, never boring, very exciting!
las vegas was the best part of the trip, followed by san fransisco and yosemite. the campsite at san diego was really nice too.
1. take more money than you think you'll need 2. take more warmer clothes/sleeping bag for cold nights and windy days 3. join in with as many group activities as possible
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