Great Western American Adventure

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Glorious cities, wine country, dramatic canyons and coastal towns… this is truly a marvellous and diverse composition of the American West. This combination of the ‘Best of California' and ‘Enchanting Canyonlands' strikes the perfect balance between vibrant cities and spectacular natural wonders.

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy

Highlights

    • Napa Valley: Visit Benziger Winery for a private tram tour including the barrel aging caves and an exclusive tasting.
    • Hearst Castle: Ascend the ‘Enchanted Hill' for a guided tour of one of America's grandest private estates.
    • Santa Barbara: Visit Mission Santa Barbara, a historic Spanish mission founded by the Franciscan order in 1786.
    • Los Angeles: Enjoy a guided tour of the Getty Villa, a recreation of an ancient Roman country house.
    • Los Angeles: Step beyond the red carpet. A behind-the-scenes look at the Oscars on a private tour of the Dolby Theatre.
    • Grand Canyon: Join a Local Expert for an informative presentation and witness the burnt orange hues of the canyon walls.
    • Lake Powell: A testament to the power of water over rock, glide through the narrow sandstone turns of Antelope Canyon during your cruise.
    • Monument Valley: Join a Local Expert in a special vehicle to explore the iconic vistas of this Navajo Tribal Park, made famous in America's favourite Western movies.
    • Zion Canyon: The most relaxing and informative way to see the grandeur and natural features of the canyon is by private shuttle which includes a live commentary.

What's this trip about?

    Glorious cities, wine country, dramatic canyons and coastal towns… this is truly a marvellous and diverse composition of the American West. This combination of the ‘Best of California' and ‘Enchanting Canyonlands' strikes the perfect balance between vibrant cities and spectacular natural wonders.

Details

Itinerary focusOperator does not provide
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CitySan Francisco
End CityLas Vegas

Travel Themes

  • Nature & Wildlife
  • National Parks

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • History
  • Nature
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Wine Tasting

Trip includes

    • An expert Insight Tour Director, at the pinnacle of their career, will guide you on your journey. Serving as your 'travelling concierge', this skilled guide will act as consummate organiser and be your 'friend in a foreign land'.
    • Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight's luxury air-conditioned 40-seat coach, with extended leg room and an on-board restroom. It's Business Class comfort, complete with complimentary bottled water for you to enjoy during your luxury coaching tour.
    • A personal radio headset gives you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating insights and commentaries.
    • At every hotel, you'll be treated to seamless baggage handling with prompt delivery right to your door. Hotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. Plus, we include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
    • Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi.
    • With Insight Flourishes, from time to time, your Tour Director will enchant you with local tidbits, each representing authentic food or beverages unique to the destination.
    • Included airport transfers on Day 1 and Day 15.

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: San Francisco, the City by the Bay

Meals: Dinner

Accommodation: Omni San Francisco

Welcome to California. On arrival at San Francisco International Airport, your transfer takes you to your tour hotel. At 6.00 pm, join your Tour Director for a Welcome Reception with drinks and a light meal.

Day 2: Exploring San Francisco

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Omni San Francisco

Spend the morning taking in the sights of the city - the bustling activity in Union Square and the beautiful Golden Gate Park. Later, join your Tour Director and fellow passengers for an informative walking tour through Chinatown followed by an authentic Chinese Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 3 A Taste of California’s Wine Country

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa

Enter the Napa Valley in California's lush premier wine country with a visit to the Benziger Family Winery for a fabulous private tram tour. Take a close-up look at the vines and lea...

Day 4: Yosemite National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Yosemite Lodge at the Falls

Travel through California's Gold Country and into the Sierra Nevada Mountains to Yosemite National Park. Explore the valley floor with its spectacular waterfalls, the imposing rock formations of...

Day 5: Monterey, the Cradle of History

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa

Drive down the Sierras and through the fertile San Joaquin Valley. Purchase local fresh fruit at a historic fruit stand en route to picturesque Carmel-by-the-Sea. Browse the art galleries and s...

Day 6: Hearst Castle and the American Riviera

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Fess Parker’s Doubletree Resort, Santa Barbara

Head south to La Cuesta Encantada, ‘The Enchanted Hill' high above the ocean at San Simeon, for a guided tour of Hearst Castle - the grandiose estate of publishing magnate Wil...

Day 7: Santa Monica and the City of Angels

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: JW Marriott Hotel Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE

Visit the beautiful Mission Santa Barbara and learn about the chain of 21 missions along California's El Camino Real. Then journey along spectacular Santa Monica Bay, passing thro...

Day 8: Los Angeles Sightseeing

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: JW Marriott Hotel Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE

In the morning, spot the Hollywood Sign during your sightseeing tour, view Grauman's Chinese Theater and stroll along the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Experience the glitz a...

Day 9: Across the Mojave to Scottsdale

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa, Scottsdale

Travel across the Mojave Desert wilderness. Arrive in Scottsdale, where you can spend the day relaxing at your idyllic resort and spa.

Day 10: Sedona and the Wonders of the Mighty Grand Canyon

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: National Park Lodges, Grand Canyon

Head north to the quaint bohemian colony of Sedona, and browse the stores and galleries. Enjoy one of Arizona's finest drives through Oak Creek Canyon, before travelling on to ...

Day 11: Glen Canyon Dam and Lake Powell

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas (2 nights)

The choice is yours in the morning: wake up early and see the sun rise over the canyon or ask your Tour Director about optional "flightseeing" experiences over this nat...

Day 12: Excursion to Monument Valley

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas

This day is entirely yours to do as you please. Relax and enjoy the resort's facilities, or join an excursion to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park for a guided tour.

Day 13: Bryce Canyon’s Stony Symphony

Meals: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: Bryce Canyon National Park Lodge or Zion National Park Lodge

Perhaps join an optional float trip down one of the most scenic stretches of the Colorado River before heading to Bryce Canyon National Park in Southe...

Day 14: Zion to Las Vegas - from Nature to Neon

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: The Cosmopolitan™ of Las Vegas

Travel through more amazing scenery to the lush cliff-and-canyon landscape of Zion National Park. Board a private Zion Canyon Shuttle with a live commentary to experience the scenic highlight...

Day 15: Depart Las Vegas

Meals: Breakfast

Your adventure ends with a departure transfer to Las Vegas International Airport or extend your stay in Las Vegas.

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Price From $4,916
Price per day$328
Last Updated: 2/22/2018

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Accommodation

Omni San Francisco - 0 star

San Francisco (Central) - USA

Complimentary WifiOmni San Francisco Hotel provides luxury accommodations in the heart of downtown San Francisco – the jewel of California. This beautiful downtown hotel is located right on the cable car line and is only a short walk to Union Square, the San Francisco neighborhood that has become a mecca for high-end shopping and art galleries. Omni San Francisco Hotel offers modern amenities in a boutique ambiance due to its Florentine Renaissance architecture. Built as a bank in 1926, the lobby is adorned with Italian marble, rich fabrics and Austrian crystal chandeliers. All 362 guest rooms and suites exude modern luxury and classic sophistication with plush beds, Chinese marble vanities in every bath, expansive ceilings and beautiful crown molding.

The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa - 0 star

Sonoma (Scenic) - USA

Complimentary WifiSignature HotelOf the luxury Sonoma hotels and resorts available, the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn is the ultimate Wine Country destination. Blessed by natural mineral hot springs in Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California and an idyllic, world famous wine growing region abundant with local products, the Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa offers exceptional accommodations, beautifully appointed with flat screen TV, telephones with voice mail, a selection of Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa bathroom amenities, mini-bar refrigerator, terry cloth robes and air-conditioning.

Yosemite Lodge at the Falls - 0 star

Yosemite (Scenic) - USA

Complimentary WifiYosemite Lodge at the Falls is a modern yet rustic lodge emphasizing glass and wood detailing to blend harmoniously with the natural surroundings of the beautiful Yosemite Valley, including Yosemite Falls. Yosemite Lodge at the Falls received its name because it is just an easy walk from the base of the beautiful Yosemite Falls and offers some of the most sought accommodation inside the national park. The lodge offers 245 comfortable hotel rooms, along with two dining establishments, a lounge area, a seasonal swimming pool, a gift shop and more.

Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa - 0 star

Monterey (Scenic) - USA

Complimentary WifiSignature HotelMonterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is dramatically located, literally over the Monterey Bay on Cannery Row on the great Monterey Peninsula. It is the highest rated of all hotels in Monterey and for the past three years it has been rated the #1 hotel in Monterey on Trip Advisor. From the resort, you'll be able to enjoy the best of Northern California such as the Monterey Bay Aquarium, historic downtown Monterey and Fisherman’s Wharf. These beautiful, 400 square foot, guestrooms offer the same plush beds and elegant furnishings you’ll only find at the Monterey Hotel & Spa.

Fess Parkers Doubletree Resort Santa Barbara - 0 star

Santa Barbara (Scenic) - USA

Complimentary WifiThe Fess Parker is everything you want for an authentic California vacation. This dramatic mission-style hotel sits on 24 beautiful beachfront acres in Southern California. Its rich amenities and extensive array of activities are perfect for any need. Lounge by the pool, walk along the soft sand beach, dine on delicious cuisine at one of five restaurants, or relax in your luxurious accommodation, one of 360 guest rooms, each including a furnished patio or balcony, high speed internet access, mini bar and personal coffee maker.

Jw Marriott Hotel Los Angeles At La Live - 5 star

Los Angeles (Central) - USA

Complimentary WifiSignature HotelDiscover unparalleled luxury, style and convenience when you stay at the lavish JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. LIVE. This 54-story Downtown LA hotel is within easy reach of some of the city's most popular attractions and a variety of restaurant cuisines. After an exhilarating day of exploring the city, unwind at the full-service spa, lounge at the spectacular rooftop pool. Or simply relax in your luxurious guest room, featuring contemporary decor, marble bathrooms, plush bedding and plasma TVs.

The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa Scottsdale - 0 star

The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa, Scottsdale

National Park Lodges Grand Canyon - 0 star

Grand Canyon South Rim (Scenic) - USA

Grand Canyon National Park is home to the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon. And while most of the visitor’s leave the park at the end of the day and overnight outside the park – the saying goes “When you stay at Grand Canyon National Park Lodges, you’re not just close – you’re there!” Stay at well-appointed lodges that maintain the character of the Grand Canyon. All rooms feature air conditioning and television with dining options always nearby. And of course the rim of the grand canyon is never far away. A complimentary shuttle system is available to help get around to various points inside the national park.

Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas - 0 star

Lake Powell (Scenic) - USA

Complimentary WifiLake Powell Resort is located at Wahweap Marina in Page, Arizona - right in the heart of all your "down-lake" activities and adventures. With comfortable hotel rooms and suites, spectacular meals, and all the comforts of home, there's no better place on the down-lake shores of Lake Powell.

Bryce Canyon National Park Lodge - 0 star

Utah - Bryce (Scenic) - USA

Complimentary WifiThe historic lodge offers unrivaled access to breathtaking views, world-class hiking trails, and a tranquil wilderness. As the only lodging within the national park, all of our facilities are just steps from the Bryce Amphitheater--the stunning ancient rock formations that must be seen to be completely realized. Opened in 1925, The Lodge is one of our national parks' architectural treasures. It was designed by Gilbert Stanley Underwood, who defined the rustic style of beloved sites such as Old Faithful Lodge at Yellowstone, the Ahwanee at Yosemite, and Jackson Lake Lodge in Grand Teton National Park. The Lodge At Bryce Canyon remains a completely original structure. It has been carefully maintained with an eye toward modern comforts while preserving the look and feel of one of the first western park lodges in the United States.

The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas - 5 star

Las Vegas (Central) - USA

Complimentary WifiSignature Hotel

Cancellation policy

Travel arrangements for any member of the party may be cancelled at any time by written notice by the person who made the booking. Please note the following:

If notice of cancellation is received by Insight more than 45 days prior to the tour departure date, (80 days for La Serenissima) deposit will be retained along with the Travel Protection payment.

If full payment is not received 45 days prior to departure date (80 days for La Serenissima) , Insight has the right to cancel your reservation. Insight will not be responsible for lost reservations.

If a person in a party cancels and there is a room change caused by this cancellation (such as loss of Friendly Five discount -Twin to Single, or Triple to Twin), charges for the upgrade will be the responsibility of the remaining party.

The following charges will apply when notice of cancellation is given after the booking is confirmed:

No. of days prior to Tour departure date and the related Cancellation Fee as % of total price

  • Over 45 days - Loss of Deposit
  • 45-22 days - 25%
  • 21-8 days - 30%
  • 7-1 days - 50%
  • Day of departure/no show - 100%
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Meals Included

14 Breakfasts and 6 Dinners

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Optional Activities

Optional experiences

Most Insight tours already include a host of bonus highlights and comprehensive sightseeing. There may also be an exciting array of Optional Experiences which will turn an already amazing experience into the trip of a lifetime! These are entirely optional and can be booked through your Tour Director/Local Representative at the commencement of your tour. Please note, many Optional Experiences are operated by independent third party suppliers, not Insight Vacations.

Additional Information

ADDITIONAL INCLUDED HIGHLIGHTS

  • San Francisco: See the cable cars, Union Square, Alamo Square and Golden Gate Bridge. Chinatown walking tour.
  • Sonoma: Explore the shops of this Spanish Plaza.
  • Yosemite National Park: Experience the natural beauty and wildlife. See the El Capitan and Half Dome rock formations.
  • San Joaquin Valley: Stop at a historic fruit stand.
  • Carmel-by-the-Sea: Browse the art galleries and shops.
  • Monterey: Enjoy a presentation about the array of fish, animal and plant exhibits of the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
  • Santa Barbara: Drive down State Street, view the Court House and Stearns Wharf.
  • Santa Monica: Stroll along the Third Street Promenade.
  • Los Angeles: Drive along Sunset Boulevard, see the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Grauman's Chinese Theater.
  • Sedona: Visit one of the most scenic cities in the Southwest.
  • Grand Canyon: Enjoy outstanding views.
  • Cameron: Stop at the historic Cameron Trading Post.
  • Glen Canyon: Visit the dam.
  • Bryce Canyon N.P.: Walk to Sunset Point to see the hoodoos.
  • Scenic Drives: 17-Mile Drive. Oak Creek Canyon. Desert View Drive on the Grand Canyon's
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