National Parks Explorer

The adventures packed in this 15-day itinerary will give travelers to the USA one big thrilling experience, from passing through daunting desert valleys to exploring tantalizing highland lakes. Upon your arrival in San Francisco, you will get a concentrated dose of city life on your sightseeing tour of everyone’s favorite attractions. Prepare to get into your comfy shoes afterward, because a slow ascent from the coast to the stately Sierra awaits. Make the most out of Lake Tahoe, America’s popular high-altitude lake. In the cinematic ambiance of the Craters of the Moon, you will lose all sense of time—let the extraordinary landscape draw you in. Leave your footprints all over every single scenic spot in the Canyonlands National Park with an entire day of a guided tour. Before you head back to the city, Utah has a couple more marvelous national parks, all included in your trip.

Duration

Destination

Start/Ends in

15 Days

San Francisco / Los Angeles

Hotels

Group Size

Age Requirement

3-4 Star

Max 55

21+

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Discovery

May to October

Why You’ll Love This Tour

  • You will spend less time on the road and more time sightseeing with this 15-day trip to the most recognized national parks of the Southwest while staying at comfortable lodges. 
  • Feel the quaint spirit of the Wild West in remote towns like Virginia City, Reno, and Salt Lake City, immerse in some people-watching in the dusty streets and learn about America’s mining and railroad cultures. 
  • Try your luck at catching sight of the Wild Buffalo, a symbol of the American West, in the alpine prairies of the Teton Mountains.
  • Experience the glorious force of the Colorado River to your bones with an optional Jet Boat Float trip down its strong current. 
  • Capitol Reef National Park will give you the detox you need from the modern world with its imposing red-rock domes and spires, along with other national parks in the Utah desert.
  • Ride past the iconic town of Seligman, a stop along Historic Route 66 with its rustic vibes oozing the quintessential Southwestern spirit, and hit Las Vegas for fabulous entertainment. 
  • End your trip in the sunlit Los Angeles and a must-experience tour of its Hollywood society, with visits to the breezy Sunset Strip and the chich Beverly Hills.

Sights Visited on This Tour

More than 2,000 natural red-rock arches dot the rugged landscape of Arches National Park, Utah. Myriad other stone formations are also part of this unique sight.

The dramatic Canyonlands have an undulating desert landscape with massive sandstone terrace sets stretching out into the horizon, shaped by the Colorado River.

Capitol Reef NP

A verdant gorge surrounded by orange and red valley walls is the highlight of Capitol Reef, with countless rock pillars, arches, and eye-catching rock formations.

Fisherman’s Wharf

San Francisco’s most dynamic neighborhood combines a picture-perfect view of the Golden Gate, the bay, and a wide selection of funfair food at its iconic pier.

A UNESCO heritage site and one of the most spectacular geological spectacles in the world, Grand Canyon is a gorge where nature is still working its magic.

A gorgeous alpine land bolstered by the majestic Teton Mountains in the backdrop, Grand Teton brims with valleys, lakes, meadows, and America’s best backcountry views.

Jackson Hole

Jackson Hole offers urban luxury in the heart of the Teton Mountains with three ski resorts, a delightful museum dedicated to wildlife art, and quaint mountain lodging.

Named after its indigenous Mojave people, the desert is where the true spirit of the wild west resides, between California and Nevada in the shadow of the Sierra Nevada.

Old Town - Sacramento

Old Sacramento has a trapped-in-time feeling to it, featuring cobbled alleys lined with buildings of the Gold Rush era, and numerous American history museums.

A vast geographical wonderland resting on top of a volcanic zone, Yellowstone is filled with geysers, hot springs, canyons and rivers that are restlessly in motion.

Tour Inclusions

Accommodation

4 and 3 star hotels & inns, superior lodges

Meals

6 Breakfasts

Transportation

A/C coach or mini-bus

Tour Guiding

Services of experienced tour leaders

Orientation Walks

Organised orientation walks at some of the towns visited

Free Wi-Fi

Complimentary hotel and coach Wi-Fi ( where available )

What is NOT included?

What is NOT included?

- Any flights not mentioned above
- Travel Insurance
- Meals not stated above
- Items of a personal nature

- Tips and gestures
- Entrance fees to the sights and museums
- Optional activities
- Other services not stated in the itinerary

Dates & Rates

All prices are per person, based on twin share occupancy. Double occupancy is also available on request, although double beds and room sizes are smaller in Japan. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a twin room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender.

The below rates are for solo travellers, the 2 FOR 1 deal will be applied when you select 2 or more travellers during the booking process. Please also note that double beds in Japan tend to be smaller than in Europe.

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Accommodation

Marriott Marquis
San Francisco
4 Star

Marriott Marquis is a centrally located & fully renovated hotel offering a comfortable stay to its guests with spacious & contemporary rooms, fitness center, restaurant & bar.

Circus Circus Hotel & Casino
Reno
3 Star

Located in downtown Reno, this Nevada hotel features a casino & many cafés & restaurants with different cuisines. The rooms are equipped with 50-inch HDTV and a coffee maker.

Red Lion Hotel
Twin Falls
3 Star

The charming 112 room Twin Falls hotel offers an outdoor pool, fitness center & cafeteria. The spacious rooms are equipped with TV & coffee/ tea maker, iron & ironing board.

Gray Wolf Inn
West Yellowstone
Lodge

Located very close to Yellowstone National Park, Gray Wolf Inn features a heated indoor swimming pool & a hot tub. The rooms are equipped with satellite TV, mini fridge, microwave and coffee maker.

Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites
Salt Lake City
3 Star

Situated 15 minutes away from the Salt Lake City International Airport, Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites offers an indoor pool, sauna and hot tub.

Main Stay Suites
Moab
Lodge

Situated in the heart of Moab, Main Stay Suites offers an on-site fitness center, outdoor pool & hot tub for a pleasant & comfortable stay. The rooms are equipped with flat screen tv & coffee maker.

Bryce View Lodge
Bryce Canyon
Lodge

Bryce View Lodge offers rooms with cable tv & coffee/ tea maker. Guests will also have access to an indoor pool and whirlpool.

Days Hotel
Flagstaff
Lodge

Each room in this lovely non-smoking hotel is equipped with a microwave & refrigerator. Guests have also access to an on-site fitness center, heated indoor pool & hot tub.

Luxor - Pyramid Rooms
Las Vegas
4 Star

Located in the heart of dazzling Las Vegas, Luxor-Pyramid Rooms offer spectacular views over the city. The hotel features a spa-center, 4 outdoor pools, fitness center, on-site hair salon, restaurant & night club and a casino.

Sonesta Airport Hotel
Los Angeles
4 Star

Located just steps away from LAX Airport, Sonesta Los Angeles Airport offers a pleasant & comfortable stay to hotel guests with its modern design, outdoor pool & fitness center, a gastropub and 4 restaurants.

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San Francisco
Marriott Marquis
4 Star
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Reno
Circus Circus Hotel & Casino
3 Star
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Twin Falls
Red Lion Hotel
3 Star
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West Yellowstone
Gray Wolf Inn
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Salt Lake City
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites
3 Star
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Moab
Main Stay Suites
Lodge
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Bryce Canyon
Bryce View Lodge
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Flagstaff
Days Hotel
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Las Vegas
Luxor - Pyramid Rooms
4 Star
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Los Angeles
Sonesta Airport Hotel
4 Star

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Why You’ll Love This Tour

  • You will spend less time on the road and more time sightseeing with this 15-day trip to the most recognized national parks of the Southwest while staying at comfortable lodges. 
  • Feel the quaint spirit of the Wild West in remote towns like Virginia City, Reno, and Salt Lake City, immerse in some people-watching in the dusty streets and learn about America’s mining and railroad cultures. 
  • Try your luck at catching sight of the Wild Buffalo, a symbol of the American West, in the alpine prairies of the Teton Mountains.
  • Experience the glorious force of the Colorado River to your bones with an optional Jet Boat Float trip down its strong current. 
  • Capitol Reef National Park will give you the detox you need from the modern world with its imposing red-rock domes and spires, along with other national parks in the Utah desert.
  • Ride past the iconic town of Seligman, a stop along Historic Route 66 with its rustic vibes oozing the quintessential Southwestern spirit, and hit Las Vegas for fabulous entertainment. 
  • End your trip in the sunlit Los Angeles and a must-experience tour of its Hollywood society, with visits to the breezy Sunset Strip and the chich Beverly Hills.
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