Western Express Northbound
8 days, Los Angeles to San Francisco
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From Joshua trees and the Grand Canyon to roadside burger joints and the cosmopolitan streets of San Francisco, this region is loaded with the intriguing and the incredible. Best of all, this Los Angeles to San Francisco itinerary is structured so that those short on time can experience the region's best. At any of the sights you’ll get great pictures and a greater appreciation of what you’re seeing. Best of all, national park entrances are included, so you can explore Yosemite and still try your luck in Las Vegas.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of 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 13, avg 10
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Visa Requirements
8 days
Los Angeles to San Francisco
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
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Ripple Score
48
Places visited
- United States
Itinerary
Day 1Los Angeles
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Los Angeles/Lake Havasu City
Look for celebs while heading out of town. Hike among the boulders and famous Joshua trees in Joshua Tree National Park, then end the day next to the crystal-clear waters of the Colorado River at Lake Havasu.
Day 3Lake Havasu City/Grand Canyon National Park
Travel to the Grand Canyon. Take a short hike along the rim of the Grand Canyon. Enjoy sunset at the rim.
Meals included:
DinnerDay 4Grand Canyon National Park/Las Vegas
Spend the morning at the Grand Canyon. Get a bird's-eye view with an optional helicopter flight. After, get your kicks on Route 66 and stop at one of the wackiest, roadside burger joints around. Continue towards Sin City to enjoy exploring the Vegas Strip.
Day 5Las Vegas/Sierra Nevadas
Head to desolate Death Valley — the hottest, driest, and lowest spot in North America. Continue across California towards the Sierra Nevada mountain range.
Day 6Sierra Nevadas/Yosemite National Park
Travel to Yosemite to hike amongst the giant sequoias and stand in awe of Half Dome and El Capitan.
Day 7Yosemite National Park/San Francisco
Leave the Sierra Nevadas and stop to try some of the region's best produce en route to the coast. On the way through San Francisco, take in some first sights. Stop at the Golden Gate Bridge, where on a clear day you can see the San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz and the Bay Bridge to one side and the Pacific Ocean on the other. Opt to sail into the sunset in San Francisco Bay or take a cable car ride over the steep hills.
Day 8San Francisco
Depart at any time.
Reverse Itinerary
This trip also runs in reverse from San Francisco to Los Angeles. See Western Express Southbound
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Joshua Tree National Park Visit
- Grand Canyon National Park Visit
- Sunset at the rim of the Grand Canyon
- Route 66 Visit
- Fremont Street Experience
- Death Valley National Park Visit
- Tioga Pass drive (seasonal)
- Yosemite National Park Visit
- Golden Gate Bridge Visit
- Entrance fees to all national parks with hiking and walking excursions
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (7 nts).
Meals
1 dinner
Allow USD365-475 for meals not included.
Transportation
Air-conditioned private vehicle, walking, hiking
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
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