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20 days

Start

Las Vegas, USA

Finish

Seattle, USA

Trip Code

SSSGC

Min Age

Trip Size

1 - 12

Physical Rating

Meals

6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle

Accommodation

Hotel (17 nights), Motel (1 night), Lodge (1 night)

From £6,112(20 days)

Trip Informations

Why you’ll love this trip

Walk among the deep canyons and hoodoos of the southwest’s red rock landscapes in Zion, Bryce Canyon and Grand Canyon national parks with an expert leader.

Learn about the culture and history of Monument Valley during a Navajo guided tour, followed by a traditional homecooked, family-style Navajo lunch.

Experience world-famous Yosemite National Park, taking in the breathtaking scenery as well as the pristine night sky as you go on leader-led walks both day and night.

Get a taste of some of the west coasts’ most iconic cities, mixing the incredible landscapes with stops in Las Vegas, San Franciso, Portland and Seattle.

Walk among (and sometime inside!) the biggest and tallest trees in the world at Sequoia and Redwoods national parks, before exploring the magic Hoh Rainforest in Olympic National Park.

Is this trip right for you?

Some of the best scenery in National Parks are found on hikes. So, while this trip doesn't require a high level of fitness, it’s essential to be at least moderately fit if you want to partake in all activities. You’ll also need to be prepared with hiking shoes, a water bottle and a day pack.

You’ll be travelling through deserts, mountains and rainforests where the temperature and precipitation can vary greatly. Crater Lake can be cold and have snow on the ground even into June. Make sure you pack the appropriate clothing for all weather.

This trip includes time spent travelling in a vehicle with your group. Extra space can be tight, and conditions may feel a little cramped. It’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. Please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.

Itinerary

Head out on an all-encompassing adventure of the western USA

Set out on a 20-day adventure that mixes the vastly varied landscapes of western USA with some of its most famous cities. Start in the red canyon country of the southwest with visits to Zion and Bryce Canyon national parks, take a Navajo-guided tour of Monument valley and walk the rim of the Grand Canyon. After a stop in Vegas it’s across the Mojave and into California, where the towering timber of Sequoia and Redwood national parks awaits. Stay in San Francisco, spend two nights exploring Yosemite National Park, see the deepest lake in the US at Crater Lake National Park, stop for a wine tasting in Oregon’s Willamette Valley and take in the Multnomah Falls in Columbia River Gorge. Add in a break in Portland, a visit to Olympic National Park and Hoh Rainforest before ending in Seattle.

DAY 1
Day 1 • Las Vegas / Zion National Park
Welcome to Las Vegas! The real wild west is home to some of the USA’s most incredible scenery. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 8 am. Then, you’ll hop aboard a private van. Get to know each other over a picnic lunch, then venture into the stunning landscapes of Zion National Park. Join your leader for a guided hike, then spend the night in Springdale – known as the gateway to the park.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Lunch
Included activities
Zion National Park - Walks
Special information
Please make your own way to the hotel lobby to meet your leader at 8 am this morning. It’s recommended you append an extra day or two in Vegas so you have plenty of time to get there.
Your total travel time today is approximately 3 hours.
The exact trail we hike in Zion will depend on the group's interest and ability, and will typically be either the Emerald Pools trail, or the Watchman trail. The hiking is easy to moderate with a distance of approximately 3 miles/4.8 km with 350 ft/107 mt of elevation gain.
DAY 2
Day 2 • Bryce Canyon National Park / Page
After breakfast this morning, it’s time to make tracks for Bryce Canyon National Park – make sure your camera is ready to go, as some of the views you’ll come across today are truly out of this world! Take a short drive in your private vehicle, then spend the morning hiking through the epic landscapes of the park. Walk along the canyon rim and marvel at hundreds of unique sandstone towers, known as hoodoos, that jut out from the natural amphitheatre. Relax while you enjoy a picnic lunch and take in your magnificent surroundings, then hike down into the canyon for a closer look at the fascinating hoodoos. Then, drive on to the town of Page, where you’ll spend the night.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Included activities
Bryce Canyon - Leader-led Walk
Special information
Your total travel time today is approximately 5 hours.
Today's hiking distance is 3 miles (4.8 km) with 450 feet (137 m) of elevation gain.
Bryce Canyon is situated at 8000 ft (2440 m) above sea level. You can expect cooler temperatures, thinner and dryer air than elsewhere on this trip. Make sure you stay hydrated while hiking in the park.
DAY 3
Day 3 • Lake Powell / Horseshoe Bend
Journey south this morning, driving through more spectacular scenery before arriving at Lake Powell. This gorgeous reservoir is certainly a sight to behold from the shore but to really appreciate it, you’ve got to get on the water. Jump in a kayak and paddle across the water’s surface, weaving your way through remarkable rock formations while your leader regales you with stories of the lake’s history. Back on dry land, set out for a gentle walk along Horseshoe Bend, taking in beautiful views with every step. This afternoon there is an option to visit Antelope Canyon before returning to Page for the evening.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Horseshoe Bend Visit
Lake Powell - Kayaking
Optional activities
Page - Antelope Canyon Tour with round-trip transport - USD70
Special information
You will get wet during the kayaking excursion, therefore we recommend wearing a swimsuit and water shoes/sandals, or bring a change of clothes and shoes with you on this day.
During November and December, you may be unable to kayak on Lake Powell. There will be a local slot canyon walk included when kayaking is not possible. This hike does involve soft sand, stairs and ramps, so it’s best to wear closed-toe shoes.
ANTELOPE CANYON:
Since this tour is very popular and tends to sell out, we recommend you pre-book your space. You can book any time slot 2pm or later. Your leader will provide round-trip transport. Please book the Lower Antelope Canyon Hiking Tour here:
DAY 4
Day 4 • Monument Valley / Grand Canyon
Start the day with a drive to Monument Valley – one of the world’s most iconic sights. If this landscape dotted with towering sandstone buttes looks familiar to you, it’s no surprise – Monument Valley has been the filming location for many famous Western films. More importantly, this is the native land of the Navajo. When you arrive, you’ll transfer from your vehicle to a 4WD and enjoy a Navajo-guided tour of Monument Valley, where you’ll have the chance to learn more about their rich culture and history in the area before sitting down to a traditional homecooked, family-style Navajo lunch. Continue your journey onto the iconic Grand Canyon for some awe-inspiring walks along the rim.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Included activities
Monument Valley - Navajo guided 4x4 Jeep tour including traditional lunch
Special information
Your total travel time today is approximately 5 hours.
We aim to experience either sunset or sunrise at the Grand Canyon rim, depending on season. During spring and fall when the sun sets earlier and rises later we typically visit for sunrise on Day 5. During the summer months we visit for sunset on Day 4.
DAY 5
Day 5 • Las Vegas
This morning it's time to return to Las Vegas, but first we'll make a stop along Historic Route 66 for a dose of quirky Americana. You'll arrive in Las Vegas around 4pm and have the evening free to explore Sin City.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
DAY 6
Day 6 • Las Vegas
Today is free to explore Las Vegas. The city may be the gambling capital of the world, but there's plenty to do if gambling isn't your thing. Hit the shops, feel your stomach drop on a rooftop roller coaster or simply stroll along the Strip, soaking up the glitz and gaudiness. There will be a meeting at 5 pm tonight to welcome any new travellers to the trip. After the welcome meeting, perhaps feast on an 'all you can eat' buffet or check out one of the many shows on offer – book in advance if you can, to get the best deals – or party the night away in a Vegas nightclub.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Optional activities
Las Vegas - Bellagio Fountains - Free
Special information
As this is a combination trip, the travellers in your group and your group leader are likely to change today.
There will be a welcome meeting at 5 pm to discuss the next stage of your itinerary and meet travellers joining you. It’s important that you attend the meeting as your new leader will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.
DAY 7
Day 7 • Las Vegas to Visalia
Leaving Sin City in your dust, you’ll road trip across state lines and through the Mojave Desert today, then around to Sequoia National Park. It’s a long drive, but it’ll give you the chance to see the changing geography of the American west – watch on as the desert gives way to the peaks of the southern Sierras. Settle into your accommodation near Sequoia National Park in the afternoon, and then head out for an included dinner at a local restaurant with your group.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Dinner
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 7 hours.
DAY 8
Day 8 • Sequoia National Park
Today is simply about seeing the best of the USA’s Sequoia National Park. After breakfast, you’ll embark on leader-led walks around Sequoia, driving from stop to stop as you get to feel small next to the staggering size of General Sherman, the Giant Forest and other specimens of Sequoia’s towering timber. You may even drive through a tree at Tunnel Log, peer into Tharp’s Log and spot marmots, black bears and recently re-introduced bighorn sheep.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Sequoia National Park
Sequoia National Park - Leader-led hike
DAY 9
Day 9 • Yosemite National Park
After breakfast, you’ll hit the highway headed for the world-famous Yosemite National Park. To start, get acquainted with the awe-inspiring Yosemite Valley during a guided hike. Strewn with dramatic waterfalls, gigantic granite outcrops and lush meadows, this is one of the most spectacular spots in the country. Your leader will also teach you about the ecologically diverse landscape along the way. After sunset, you’ll join a Naturalist from the Yosemite Conservancy for a guided stargazing program. The park’s minimal light pollution makes it an excellent place to see the stars while learning about astronomy, constellations and local lore.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Breakfast
Included activities
Yosemite National Park - Stargazing with Yosemite Conservancy Naturalist
Yosemite National Park - Entrance Fee
Yosemite National Park - Leader-led hike
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours.
In the event that the stargazing activity is cancelled due to cloud cover, you will join a Yosemite Conservancy Naturalist for a guided sunset walk and talk.
DAY 10
Day 10 • Yosemite National Park
Today, Yosemite is all yours to explore! In the morning there’ll be leader-led walks around some of the park’s best trails. If it’s a clear day you may also drive up to Glacier Point for a view you won’t soon forget, looking down over the valley and across to the iconic Half Dome. The afternoon is yours to fill how you’d like. You might choose to hike along the breathtaking Mist Trail with its many fabulous views, hire a bicycle and pedal along some of the 12 miles of designated (and flat) path or immerse yourself in the park’s history at the Ahwahnee Hotel. Once you’ve seen the sights, the day will be capped off with a pizza picnic in the park for dinner.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Dinner
Included activities
Yosemite - Pizza Picnic Dinner
Yosemite National Park - Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point
Special information
The road to Glacier Point can sometimes be closed due to snow in May and June. If that happens, we will explore other areas of the park.
DAY 11
Day 11 • San Francisco
After saying fond farewells to Yosemite, you’ll head west to vibrant San Francisco. Stop to do a walk over the iconic Golden Gate Bridge, and then check in to your hotel for the night. At sunset, you can hit the water for an optional catamaran cruise around the bay, with views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island – this is the perfect farewell to a sun kissed Californian adventure. If you like, head out with your fellow travellers for dinner.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Included activities
San Francisco - Golden Gate Bridge walk
Optional activities
San Francisco - Sunset catamaran cruise - USD90
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4.5 hours.
DAY 12
Day 12 • San Francisco
The City by the Bay that boasts a beautiful setting and a vibrant, multicultural heart. You’ll have a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight to welcome any new adventurers joing your trip. Your day is otherwise free! Maybe check out the vintage stores along funky Haight Street, catch the tram down to the waterfront or take an adventure cruise on the bay past Alcatraz Island.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Special information
As this is a combination trip, the travellers in your group and your group leader are likely to change today.
There will be a welcome meeting at 6 pm to discuss the next stage of your itinerary and meet travellers joining you. It’s important that you attend the meeting as your new leader will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.
DAY 13
Day 13 • Crescent City
Today will be a road trip day, so grab a window seat if you can and get your favourite playlist or a good book ready – it's a bit of a long drive up the coast, but you'll have plenty of stops along the way to appreciate the coastal views. You’ll also stop in at the Avenue of the Giants for your first taste of redwood trees. This famed road is known as the most scenic drive through the redwoods and is lined by huge titans, one of which you can even drive through! Continue to Crescent City, check into your accommodation and enjoy a relaxing evening. Your leader will be able to point you in the right direction for a dinner spot.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Included activities
Humboldt County - Avenue of the Giants
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 7.5 hours.
DAY 14
Day 14 • Redwood National Park / Crescent City
Today is all about exploring Redwood National Park – known for these towering giants, the park is also home to oak woodlands, a rugged coastline and a condor restoration program. Your trip leader will choose some hikes and walks for the day based on the group’s abilities and desires. Maybe discover the ancient trees among a forest of ferns, head to natural lakes and springs or explore Trillium Falls. Return to Crescent City in the evening, then head out for a group dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Dinner
Included activities
Redwood National Park
DAY 15
Day 15 • Crater Lake National Park
Cross into Oregon this morning and head to Crater Lake National Park – formed when an eruption triggered the collapse of a tall mountain peak 7700 years ago. It’s now home to the deepest lake in the USA, a scenic wonder fed by rain and snow that has attracted artists, photographers and sightseers worldwide. Explore the Rim Drive viewpoints with your group and stop for a couple of walks for the best views and overlooks of one of the most pristine lakes on Earth. Spend the night at a nearby motel, where you’re free for dinner.
Accommodation
Motel (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Included activities
Crater Lake National Park - Entrance Fee
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 3 hours.
Snow can be expected at Crater Lake National Park as late as July and can start in September. This is a special opportunity to see the park in a way many visitors never do! The rim drive can be closed when there is snow, however there are viewpoints and some walks available for visitors.
DAY 16
Day 16 • Willamette Valley / Portland, OR
This morning, you’ll explore Oregon’s wine country in the Willamette Valley – this is a popular wine region in the US that boasts numerous accolades for its beauty, Pinot Noir and quality wineries. Visit one of these local wineries for a tasting and enjoy a picnic lunch with your group with a view of rolling hills, towering trees and sprawling vineyards. Then, you’ll continue to Portland, Oregon’s largest city, where your leader will take you on an orientation walk to get your bearings. You’re free for dinner, so maybe keep the party going and head to a local bar in the shadow of Mount Hood. This city hosts a thriving arts scene, so there are plenty of trendy spots to eat and hit the nightlife – just ask your leader for recommendations.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
Lunch
Included activities
Willamette Valley - wine tasting and vineyard visit
Portland - leader led walking tour
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4 hours.
DAY 17
Day 17 • Columbia River Gorge / Portland, OR
This morning, you’ll visit the nearby Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, known for the spectacular river canyon and gorgeous views of cliffs, spires and ridges set against the peaks of Cascade Mountain Range. Explore the park and the famous Multnomah Falls – the most visited natural recreation site in the Pacific Northwest and approximately 189 m (620 ft) tall. Walk along the scenic bridge that sits almost in the middle of the falls and feel the water on your face as the cascades fall below. Spend your afternoon exploring, and then spend another night in Portland.
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Included activities
Columbia River Gorge visit
Columbia River Gorge - Multnomah Falls
DAY 18
Day 18 • Olympic Peninsula
This morning, you’ll cross into Washington State and the Olympic Peninsula – home to the popular Olympic National Park. This is a bit of a long drive, so grab a window seat if you can and watch the gorgeous scenery pass you by. When you arrive, you’ll visit Kalaloch Beach – one of the beautiful Pacific Northwest beaches with giant trees washed up on the shore, scattered across the sand. Maybe head to the Tree of Life (or the Tree Root Cave). Tonight sit down for an included group dinner at your lodge.
Accommodation
Lodge (1 night)
Meals
Dinner
Included activities
Kalaloch Beach Walk
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 4.5 hours.
DAY 19
Day 19 • Hoh Rainforest / Seattle
This morning, visit the Hoh Rainforest in Olympic National Park – an enchanting canopy of moss and ferns that might remind you of an anime or fairy film. Take a walk with your leader, appreciating a moment of peace in this temperate rainforest, before continuing to Seattle. When you arrive in the seaport city, your leader will take you on an orientation walk, pointing out the Space Needle, Pike Place Market and maybe some popular spots for live grunge music, which the city is known for. Tonight, maybe head out with your group for a farewell dinner in one of the trendy local spots and cheers to an amazing trip!
Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.
Included activities
Seattle - Leader-led orientation
Hoh Rainforest - Olympic National Park
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 5 hours.
DAY 20
Day 20 • Seattle
With no activities planned today, your trip will come to an end. If you’d like to stay longer and explore Seattle’s cool city hubs and sprawling parklands, just speak to your booking agent.
Meals
There are no meals included on this day.

Inclusions

Meals

6 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

Transport

Private vehicle

Accommodation

Hotel (17 nights), Motel (1 night), Lodge (1 night)

Included activities

Zion National Park - Walks

Bryce Canyon - Leader-led Walk

Horseshoe Bend Visit

Lake Powell - Kayaking

Monument Valley - Navajo guided 4x4 Jeep tour including traditional lunch

Sequoia National Park

Sequoia National Park - Leader-led hike

Yosemite National Park - Stargazing with Yosemite Conservancy Naturalist

Yosemite National Park - Entrance Fee

Yosemite National Park - Leader-led hike

Yosemite - Pizza Picnic Dinner

Yosemite National Park - Yosemite Valley & Glacier Point

San Francisco - Golden Gate Bridge walk

Humboldt County - Avenue of the Giants

Redwood National Park

Crater Lake National Park - Entrance Fee

Willamette Valley - wine tasting and vineyard visit

Portland - leader led walking tour

Columbia River Gorge visit

Columbia River Gorge - Multnomah Falls

Kalaloch Beach Walk

Seattle - Leader-led orientation

Hoh Rainforest - Olympic National Park

Optional activities

Page - Antelope Canyon Tour with round-trip transport - USD70

Las Vegas - Bellagio Fountains - Free

San Francisco - Sunset catamaran cruise - USD90

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