Embark on an 8-day West Coast Highlights Tour from LA to Vegas. Explore iconic sites like Santa Barbara, San Francisco Bay, Hoover Dam, and Yosemite National Park. Help create a better planet with our tree planting initiative.
LOS ANGELES – SANTA BARBARA – 17 MILE DRIVE – CARMEL
Old Mission Santa Barbara - SUMMER ITINERARY: Head north along the stunning California Coast to reach the first stop in Santa Barbara. Explore a Spanish Mission and discover how these religious outposts played a crucial role in the region’s development.
Solvang Visitor Center - (SUMMER) Continue to Solvang, a charming Danish village, and browse the local shops.
Cannery Row - (SUMMER) After our visit, we head to Carmel, the town where actor Clint Eastwood resides.
17-Mile Drive - (SUMMER) Travel north on the world-renowned Route #1 to experience the breathtaking California coastline up close. (Small vehicles will travel on Route 1 only, while full-size coaches will exclusively use 17-Mile Drive.) Enjoy some free time to explore the town before heading to our hotel for the night.
Stearns Wharf - WINTER ROUTE: Head north along the stunning California Coast to reach the first stop in Santa Barbara. Explore the heart of downtown at the “State Street Promenade.” After admiring the architectural beauty of the promenade, visit the beaches and Stearns Wharf for a beautiful ocean view.
Old Mission Santa Barbara - (WINTER) Conclude our visit to Santa Barbara at the Spanish Mission and learn how these religious outposts were instrumental in the region’s development.
Solvang - (WINTER) Continue to Solvang, a quaint community known as the “Danish Capital of America.” Enjoy the Danish-style architecture while browsing local shops and restaurants.
Silicon Valley - (WINTER) After our lunch break, travel north through Silicon Valley before heading to our hotel for the evening.
SAN FRANCISCO – BAY CRUISE – GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE – CHINATOWN
San Francisco City Hall - Discover why San Francisco is considered one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Begin the tour with a walk on Lombard Street, followed by a visit to Fisherman’s Wharf and a cruise in the world-famous bay, passing under the Golden Gate Bridge and around the infamous Alcatraz Island.
Downtown Sausalito - Stroll along the waterfront shops on cobbled sidewalks and soak in the sunshine, sea air, and ambiance.
Twin Peaks - Ascend to the top of Twin Peaks, two hills that rise almost 1,000 feet above the city and are located near its geographical center. This spot offers the best view of San Francisco.
Chinatown - San Francisco’s Chinatown is the oldest in North America and spans 24 city blocks. This neighborhood is one of the city’s most popular attractions.
SAN FRANCISCO – YOSEMITE
Yosemite Valley - SUMMER ROUTE: Travel east through the farmlands of the Joaquin Valley to reach Yosemite National Park. This 1,200-square-mile wonderland of forests, lakes, and waterfalls is situated in the Sierra Nevada. Stop at El Capitan, Bridalveil Falls, and Half Dome.
Yosemite Falls - (SUMMER) Continue with a walk from the Yosemite Visitor Center to one of the highest waterfalls in North America (730 meters), Yosemite Falls.
Cannery Row - WINTER ROUTE: Begin the day with a tour of Monterey, including the wharf and Cannery Row. Once a row of sardine factories, it is now a picturesque area for leisurely exploration and rich history.
Carmel - (WINTER) Continue the tour along the beautiful California coast with a visit to Carmel-by-the-Sea, home to actor/director/mayor Clint Eastwood.
17-Mile Drive - (WINTER) Travel south back to Los Angeles. On the way, either travel along the scenic Route #1 (small vehicles only) or visit the acclaimed 17-Mile Drive (full-size buses only) for stunning coastal views.
STEVENSON RANCH – LAS VEGAS
Outlets at Barstow - Travel east through the desert and Death Valley to reach the gambling capital of the world: Las Vegas. Stop for lunch at the outlet mall in Barstow, which features famous brand names like Levi’s, Nike, Reebok, Timberland, Ralph Lauren, and more.
The Strip - In the evening, tour the Strip to see some of the incredible hotels and attractions built in the middle of the desert, such as Caesar’s Palace, Mirage, Luxor, Paris, Mandalay Bay, New York New York, Treasure Island, and more. End the evening at one of the many shows or try your luck at the casinos.
LAS VEGAS – HOOVER DAM
Mike O’Callaghan - Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge - After a leisurely breakfast, leave Las Vegas and head to the Hoover Dam to learn about its construction and impact on the area. The Mike O’Callaghan–Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge spans the Colorado River between Arizona and Nevada. After the visit, return to Las Vegas for a free afternoon to enjoy the city’s many unique attractions and popular shows.
LAS VEGAS – SEDONA
Chapel of the Holy Cross - Start the day traveling across the Mojave Desert, then head up the Colorado Plateau and historic Route 66 to reach Sedona, known as the jewel of the desert and one of the most beautiful places in America. Drive through the breathtaking Oak Creek Canyon, which descends 2,000 feet (610 meters) to the valley floor. Stop for photos of the red rocks and surroundings at the Oak Creek Canyon overlook and Slide Rock State Park. Enjoy a lunch break in Sedona, where you can browse authentic Indian arts and crafts stores, unique boutiques, and galleries.
After the break, head to the surrounding desert to visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross (self-guided visit using local shuttle service) and enjoy panoramic views of the Sedona red rock formations, including Bell Rock, Courthouse Butte, and Cathedral Rock.
In the late afternoon, depart the Sedona area for an overnight stay in Flagstaff.
Bell Rock - Short, sweet, and simply stunning, the Bell Rock Pathway is one of the most popular and easiest trails in the Sedona area.
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SEDONA – MONUMENT VALLEY – HORSESHOE BEND
Horseshoe Bend - Start the day by visiting the mighty Colorado River and the spectacular “Horseshoe Bend,” a unique sight in this region.
Monument Valley – Highway 163 Scenic Drive - Continue the day by heading into Monument Valley, an iconic symbol of the American West and one of the most majestic and photographed places in the world. Deep in the heart of the Navajo Nation, this majestic park features sandstone masterpieces that tower from 400 to 1,000 feet (up to 300 meters). Surrounding these sandstone towers are mesas, buttes, shrubs, and trees. Begin the visit with a jeep tour led by Navajo Indians, taking you down into the valley to experience firsthand why the Navajo call this land “like no other place on earth.”
ANTELOPE CANYON – VALLEY OF FIRE – LAS VEGAS
Antelope Canyon - Start the day where “the water runs through the rocks,” according to local Navajo folklore. Tour the lower Antelope Canyon and marvel at the spectacular dunes created by wind, water, and sand; words cannot adequately describe these formations crafted by Mother Nature.
Valley of Fire State Park - After the tour, depart this amazing area and head back to Las Vegas. Along the way, stop for a lunch break and visit the “Valley of Fire,” named for its magnificent red sandstone formations created from shifting sands and dunes during the age of the dinosaurs more than 150 million years ago. The visit is timed to witness the valley appearing to be on “fire” as it reflects the powerful sun’s rays (weather permitting).
Depart the park for an early evening arrival in Las Vegas.
- Scenic bay cruise in San Francisco
- 7-night stay with tax and breakfast included
- Guided sightseeing in multiple iconic cities
- Daily continental breakfast
- Expert tour guidance throughout
- Comfortable travel by air-conditioned coach
- Thrilling Jeep tour in the heart of Monument Valley
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks (unless specified)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Embark on an 8-day, 7-night journey from Los Angeles, experiencing some of the most famous sites of the West Coast. The tour includes visits to Santa Barbara, a cruise along San Francisco’s bay, Hoover Dam, Yosemite National Park, among others. We provide one-way transportation, a continental breakfast every morning, and accommodation for seven nights. The tour wraps up in Las Vegas.
We’re doing our part in making the world a better place for exploration and travel. In collaboration with One Tree Planted, we plant a tree for every traveller and an additional one for those booking more than one trip.
- Tour concludes in Las Vegas
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
- Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
- Maximum of 3 people per room; if traveling with a party of 4 or more, or you wish to have separate rooms, please make separate bookings
- Luggage is limited to 1 piece and 1 small carry-on per person
- Tour ends in Las Vegas at either Luxor or Treasure Island around 7pm exact time cannot be guaranteed due to potential traffic delays
- Comfortable walking shoes are strongly advised
- Minimum age is 7 years old. This tour is NOT suitable for infants or toddlers.
- Please be advised that we may use either upper or lower antelope canyon depending on weather and crowd conditions
- Travelers must be able to walk 1.5 miles (2.5 km) over uneven surfaces to participate in this tour
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
