Discover the West - Escorted Tour in english/dutch

Discover the West - Escorted Tour in english/dutch
15 days/14 nights. Start: Los Angeles - Los Angeles.

2024 DEPARTURE DATES  
JANUARY        
FEBRUARY           
MARCH        28 
APRIL 11 18
MAY   2 16 30
JUNE 6 20  
JULY   4 11 25  
AUGUST 8 22  29 
SEPTEMBER 12 26
OCTOBER   17  31 
NOVEMBER No departures
DECEMBER       12  

 

  • Day 01: Los Angeles - Arrival
  • Day 02: Los Angeles - San Diego Visit - Los Angeles
  • Day 03: Los Angeles - Palm Springs - Phoenix/Scottsdale
  • Day 04: Phoenix/Scottsdale - Sedona - Grand Canyon
  • Day 05: Grand Canyon - Monument Valley - Page/Lake Powell
  • Day 06: Page/Lake Powell - Kanab - Bryce Canyon
  • Day 07: Bryce Canyon - Zion NP - Las Vegas
  • Day 08: Las Vegas - free at leisure (DOW)
  • Day 09: Las Vegas - Death Valley - Mammoth Lakes
  • Day 10: Mammoth Lakes - Yosemite NP - Modesto
  • Day 11: Modesto - San Francisco
  • Day 12: San Francisco (Optional Napa Valley)
  • Day 13: San Francisco - Carmel/Monterey
  • Day 14: Central Coast - Santa Barbara - Los Angeles
  • Day 15: Los Angeles - Departure
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day 1

Los Angeles - Arrival

1 Day

30 km

Arrive Los Angeles International Airport and transfer independently to the hotel where you will meet your Tour Director.

day 2

Los Angeles - San Diego Visit - Los Angeles

1 Day

340 km

Travel south through San Juan Capistrano and San Clemente to San Diego, the second largest city in California, renowned for its yearround mild weather. Following a city tour, visit picturesque Seaport Village and San Diego's relaxing bayfront marketplace. Perhaps enjoy the opportunity for shopping. Return to Los Angeles for the evening.

day 3

Los Angeles - Palm Springs - Phoenix/Scottsdale

1 Day

610 km

Today your journey takes you through Palm Springs, the winter playground for Hollywood royalty, with its lively downtown and immaculately kept golf courses at the base of the rugged San Jacinto Mountains. A sea of wind turbines mark the entrance to this desert oasis. Afterwards you will pass through Indio, home to the Int'l Date Festival in the Coachella Valley.

day 4

Phoenix/Scottsdale - Sedona - Grand Canyon

1 Day

300 km

Travel through the Sonoran Desert, the richest, most biologically diverse desert ecosystem in the Americas. Continue to Sedona, a city situated in a unique geological area and encircled by distinctive red-rock monoliths with such names as Cathedral and Coffee Pot. Then drive through the breathtaking Oak Creek Canyon before arriving at Grand Canyon National Park. Majestic Grand Canyon National Park is one of the 7 great natural wonders of the world. Stop at the rim to fully experience this mile-deep colorful canyon's plunging gorges, and rising spires formed by the mighty Colorado River.

day 5

Grand Canyon - Monument Valley - Page/Lake Powell

1 Day

420 km

As you journey further today, you will enter the Navajo Indian Reservation, passing the trading post of Cameron. Continue through the Painted Desert and the region of Monument Valley, an area that embodies perhaps the most iconic images of the American West. In the afternoon, enter the town of Page, situated on a mesa above the Colorado River. Evening at leisure.

day 6

Page/Lake Powell - Kanab - Bryce Canyon

1 Day

240 km

Visit the mighty Glen Canyon Dam, the second highest concrete-arch dam in America. From here you'll enjoy views of stunning Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red-rock canyon walls. Enter Utah, known for the Mormon Community, pass through the town of Kanab before visiting spectacular Bryce Canyon, where a tour through a multi-colored world of sandstone spires and pinnacles will dazzle the eye. This evening, weather permitting, be sure to gaze upon the spectacular night sky filled with sparkling stars and brilliant constellations

day 7

Bryce Canyon - Zion NP - Las Vegas

1 Day

280 km

Travel today to Zion National Park and see the massive rock formations carved by wind, time, and the Virgin River. This afternoon experience the contrast of Las Vegas, the dazzling "Entertainment Capital of the World," where round-the-clock shopping, nightly shows, and of course gambling are available. As we stop at the iconic Las Vegas Welcome sign, you may wish to capture a photo memory there.

day 8

Las Vegas - free at leisure (DOW)

1 Day

10 km

Today is at leisure for you to enjoy the many attractions that Las Vegas has to offer. In addition to world-class shopping, bustling casinos, and Broadway-caliber shows, you might simply stroll the famous Strip to take in its amazing sights, or "shop 'til you drop" at designer outlets.

day 9

Las Vegas - Death Valley - Mammoth Lakes

1 Day

500 km

Having enjoyed glamorous Las Vegas, it will be a sharp contrast this afternoon to enter the quiet and extreme environment of Death Valley. Stop at Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Ranch/ Visitors Center before continuing across the valley and ascending the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the alpine resort town of Mammoth Lakes. The area gained prominence as a gold mining town in the 19th century and today is renown for the superior skiing terrain and staggeringly beautiful mountain vistas.
day 10

Mammoth Lakes - Yosemite NP - Modesto

1 Day

320 km

Your journey today brings you to the Tioga Pass into the scenic wonderland of Yosemite National Park. Here, you will experience the valley floor and its splendors including the glacial-shaped granite formations of El Capitan, Half Dome, the magnificent Bridal Falls and Yosemite Falls. Overnight in nearby Modesto.

day 11

Modesto - San Francisco

1 Day

170 km

Depart early this morning to arrive in San Francisco, one of the most beloved cities in America. Enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour before arriving at your hotel. This evening take a memorable City by Night Tour (optional).

day 12

San Francisco (Optional Napa Valley)

1 Day

10 km

Day at leisure! Your Tour Director is on hand to assist with making your plans for the day: perhaps a cable car ride to Fisherman's Wharf where you may enjoy a "Taste of San Francisco": local seafood, famous sourdough breads or decadent Ghiradelli's Chocolate. Or take a stroll by Sea Lions' Marina to watch them frolic. Be sure to gaze across the bay to Alcatraz island where "America's Most Wanted" such as Al Capone and "Machine Gun" Kelly were incarcerated. Or visit Union Square for a shopping stop at Macy's Department Store. You also may choose to embark on a wine tasting tour to Napa Valley, world renowned for its fine wineries and beautiful scenery (optional).

day 13

San Francisco - Carmel/Monterey

1 Day

260 km

Take the stunning 17-mile drive to Monterey and Carmel and admire the natural scenery and gorgeous homes. Travel along the Pacific Coast to the Monterey Bay Peninsula. From the dramatic panoramas of the Big Sur Coastline to the fairytale cottages of Carmel-by-the Sea, Monterey is a truly inspired California getaway. Enjoy the Monterey Bay Aquarium as an optional activity.

day 14

Central Coast - Santa Barbara - Los Angeles

1 Day

220 km

Journey south along famed routes 101 and the Pacific Coast Highway, referred to as PCH by locals. You will visit Santa Barbara with its historic Spanish architecture followed by the coastal hamlet of Malibu, home to both celebrities and surfers. Upon arrival into Los Angeles, you will enjoy a city tour including a brief stop in Santa Monica, the finishing line of Historic Route 66, glamorous Hollywood and the famous Hollywood walk of Fame where photo opportunities are to take pictures of the Hollywood Sign and travel alongside posh Beverly Hills. For movie fans among us, may we suggest the afternoon visit to Universal Studios where you learn all about movie making and enjoy some of the exciting rides and shows.

day 15

Los Angeles - Departure

1 Day

20 km

"That's a wrap!" We hope you have enjoyed your tour and that you return soon to America the beautiful. Individual transfer to the airport (on your own) and flight back home.

DISCOVER THE WEST - 4350 (EUS00020)
is available starting at 2723 EUR

Rooms 01.05.24 - 31.10.24
DOUBLE ROOM 1 BED (K21) 2723
QUADRUPLE ROOM 2 BEDS (K42) 2274
TRIPLE ROOM 2 BEDS (K32) 2423
SINGLE ROOM (K11) 3907
ROOM ONLY + TAX INCL. (R00) Free
per child in parents room 8 - 12 (DACHD12) 1015

Included

- 14 Overnight stays in standard category hotels, lodging and taxes.
- Transportation by luxury motor coach during the trip.
- The services of an English/Dutch speaking guide.
- All visits and excursions as mentioned in the program.
- Luggage handling: 1 suitcase per person.
- Local taxes.

Not Included

All services NOT mentioned such as: 

  • International passport and charges for 
    • ESTA - 21 USD per person-Valid for  2 years (USA) and  / or
    • ETA- 7 CAD per person-Valid for 5 years(Canada). 
  • Airline tickets, airport taxes, fuel surcharge, security fee, and more.
  • Eventual costs to comply with sanitairy and health conditions , pasports and or certificates and tests.
  • Transfer from the airport to hotel on arrival and on departure, exept where otherwise detailed in the description
  • Meals at the hotels or outside except if confirmed differently at time of confirmation.
  • Insurances (cancellation insurance, travel and assistance insurance, luggage insurance, etc).
  • All personal expenses (Food & Drinks), souvenirs and more. 
  • The usual tip (part of their salary) for the Driver and the Guide (usually per person 4 usd per day)

Good To Know

FLIGHTS:

Wings 'n Wheels offers you a wide choice of European and American airlines providing daily flights from Brussels (Zaventem) to America and Canada, as well as from the main airports in neighboring countries (e.g. Amsterdam, Paris...).

International & any domestic flights are NOT included in the prices, unless specifically mentioned otherwise. More and more airlines are adjusting prices very quickly according to occupancy and market situation. Send the contact form below to your travel office (Choose from the list the postal number or the name of the municipality or name of travel office) or send the form to info@wnw.be with your desired outward and return dates as well as name, first name and date of birth of each person and Wings 'n Wheels will quickly and without obligation propose the best flight / price combination.

TRIP EXTENSION:

If you want extra nights before or after the guided tour or another extension of your trip, please mention this as detailed as possible in your mail. All this can have an influence on flight combinations and prices.