San Francisco to New Orleans Road Trip
15 days, San Francisco to New Orleans
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Bridging two iconic cities, this is a road trip that features amazing national parks, quirky landmarks, and the spirit of America. Learn about Navajo culture, play the odds in Vegas, bask in genuine Southern hospitality, and get your cowboy on in Texas. Centrally located hostels in the cities and campsites in the wilderness keep you in the heart of the action no matter where you are. With so much heart and soul and tons to see and do on the road to New Orleans, don’t leave your heart in San Francisco – because you’re going to need it.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Camping
Camping most nights with some hotel/hostel stays to start and throughout; affordable public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 22, avg 16.
Age requirement: 18-39
Visa Requirements
15 days
San Francisco to New Orleans
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Places visited
- United States
Itinerary
Day 1San Francisco
Arrive at any time. We highly recommend booking pre-tour accommodation to enjoy more of the city.
Day 2San Francisco/Yosemite National Park
Catch a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge on the way out of one of America's most popular cities. Drive into the Sierra Nevada Mountains and set up camp.
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DinnerDay 3Yosemite National Park
Enjoy a free day in Yosemite National Park.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Yosemite National Park/Death Valley
Awe at the spectacular scenery along the Tioga Pass. Marvel at tufa rock towers at Mono Lake.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 5Death Valley/Las Vegas
Visit a land of extremes in Death Valley National Park. Explore Las Vegas and stroll along the famous Vegas Strip. Take an optional VIP party limo.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 6Las Vegas
Free time in Las Vegas.
Day 7Las Vegas/Grand Canyon National Park
Travel Route 66, then arrive at the beautiful Grand Canyon and take in the sunset from the canyon's edge.
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DinnerDay 8Grand Canyon National Park
Enjoy free time in Grand Canyon NP.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 9Grand Canyon National Park/Monument Valley
Drive along the southern rim of the canyon, then opt to discover one of the most majestic places on earth, Monument Valley, on an optional overnight excursion.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 10Monument Valley/Mesa Verde National Park
Wind up the side of a mountain through Mesa Verde National Park's rocky slopes and inspiring vistas. Hike to ancient cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 11Mesa Verde National Park/Santa Fe
Travel to Santa Fe and dive into the Southwest culture in this historic city.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 12Santa Fe/Carlsbad
Look for aliens at infamous Roswell en route to exploring the Carlsbad Caverns, dodging the 400,000 bats heading out to hunt at sunset.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 13Carlsbad/Austin
Cross into the state of Texas, the birthplace of Tex-Mex food, 10-gallon hats, and Western movies.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 14Austin
Spend a free day in Austin. Opt to visit the SoCo area for thrift shopping, take a dip in the Barton natural pool, or let loose at a local country bar in the evening.
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BreakfastDay 15Austin/New Orleans
Crank up the jazz and drive into the home of Mardi Gras. Trip ends upon arrival to New Orleans. Opt to explore the French Quarter, and join the revellers on Bourbon Street 'til the early hours.
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BreakfastReverse Itinerary
This trip also runs in reverse from New Orleans to San Francisco. See New Orleans to San Francisco Road Trip
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Yosemite National Park
- Entrance fees to all national parks with hiking and walking excursions
- Death Valley visit
- Orientation to Las Vegas
- Guided tour of the cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde
- Sunset at the rim of the Grand Canyon
- Carlsbad Caverns visit
- Self-inflating mattresses and dome tents
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels/hostels (3 nts, some multi-share), participation camping (11 nts).
Meals
11 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners
Allow USD285-370 for meals not included.
Transportation
Air-conditioned private vehicle, walking
Staff & experts
1 or 2 Chief Experience Officers (CEOs) throughout, depending on group size.
Departures
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