Day 1: Los Angeles (Anaheim) to San Diego 
After a short drive down the California coast, we’ll introduce you to San Diego with a city tour that includes downtown, the Gas lamp Quarter, and Balboa Park. We will also drive across the Coronado Bridge for a great view of the San Diego skyline. We then head south of the border into Tijuana, Mexico allowing time for lunch and time to shop. Tonight we will have dinner in San Diego’s lively Gas lamp Quarter.

Day 2: San Diego at Leisure
You decide how to spend your day in California’s second largest city. Perhaps visit Sea World or the San Diego Zoo. After dinner we’ll check out one of the great nightlife areas San Diego has to offer.

Day 3: San Diego to Phoenix
This morning’s drive is full of ever changing scenery, passing through both Cleveland National Forest and Anza Borrego Desert. After lunch it’s on to Phoenix and our hotel in the beautiful resort town of Scottsdale. Our hotel is in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale, with numerous dinner and nightlife options to choose from.

Day 4: Phoenix to the Grand Canyon 
This morning, there is the opportunity to take an optional hot air balloon ride over Arizona’s Sonora Desert at sunrise. See the desert come alive as you float peacefully above. We will pass many Saguaro Cacti as we head north to the new age town of Sedona. Experience Sedona’s beautiful back country with an optional jeep ride, shop for Native American Jewelers , or just enjoy breathtaking scenery. Next stop is The Grand Canyon! Our modern cabins are located inside the National Park, just a short walk to the rim of the Grand Canyon.


Day 5: Grand Canyon at Leisure 
At over 1.6km (1 mile) deep and averaging 16km (10 miles) wide, it is easy to understand why the Grand Canyon is considered one of the world’s seven natural wonders. We have the entire day to hike and explore the national park. Maybe take a sensational helicopter flight over the canyon (optional). Don’t miss the spectacular sunset at the Grand Canyon.


Day 6: Grand Canyon to Las Vegas
Leaving the Grand Canyon, we travel to the city of non stop excitement and glittering lights, Las Vegas. On the way we will stop on The Mother Road, Route 66. Our night city tour travels down The Strip, home to many of the world’s largest hotels and casinos. The city tour ends with a showing of the Fremont Street Experience, the world’s greatest collective light show. After Fremont Street, why not take in a famous Las Vegas cabaret show?


Day 7: Las Vegas at Leisure 
The day is yours to take in this exciting city. Perhaps try your luck at the tables or slot machines at one of the famous casinos – Caesars Palace, The Mirage, MGM Grand, or  Pyramid. Maybe you’ll want to explore some of the attractions at the newer hotels – Mandalay Bay, Bellagio , or The Venetian. Feeling adventurous? Take a ride on the world’s highest roller coaster at the top of the Stratosphere Tower. Great shopping, concerts, fabulous restaurants, and 24-hour nightlife – Las Vegas is truly a city that never sleeps! Hotel

Day 8: Las Vegas to Bass Lake
We will stop in Barstow this morning for the chance to do some outlet shopping. This afternoon, we head through the Mojave Desert en route to the Sierra Nevada Mountains and our chalets located on the shores of beautiful Bass Lake, the gateway to Yosemite National Park.

Day 9: Yosemite National Park from Bass Lake
Today, we will explore the magnificent Yosemite National Park, with its famous rock formations of El Capitan and Half Dome. When we arrive on the valley floor, you will have the opportunity to cycle or hike (seasonal and weather permitting) or simply soak up the atmosphere of one of America’s treasured national parks. We return to Bass Lake in the afternoon for water sports (seasonal) and to relax in our mountain paradise.

Day 10: Bass Lake to San Francisco
Heading west, we arrive in San Francisco – The city by the bay. After lunch at Pier 39 on Fisherman’s Wharf, we will introduce you to America’s most cosmopolitan city with an extensive city tour including The Golden Gate Bridge, North Beach, Golden Gate Park, and Height Asbury – made famous by the summer of love in 1967. Perhaps you’ll join us tonight for an optional dinner in Chinatown.

Day 11: San Francisco Sightseeing 
This morning we take an included tour of Alcatraz, possibly the most famous prison in the world. After exploring "The Rock" at your own pace, you will have the rest of the day to explore this fascinating and diverse city. Ride on one of the city’s famous cable cars, shop in Union Square, bike across the Golden Gate Bridge, or take a walk down crooked Lombard Street.

Day 12: San Francisco to Santa Barbara
We leave the City by the Bay this morning and head south towards Southern California. This afternoon we will arrive into the beachside city of Santa Barbara. There will be time to relax on the beach, go rollerblading or biking, or take in the shops along popular State Street. Tonight, take the opportunity to experience Santa Barbara’s nightlife.

Day 13: Santa Barbara to Los Angeles (Anaheim) 
This morning we will make the short drive to the entertainment capital of the world, Los Angeles! Your city tour includes: The world famous Hollywood sign, Mann’s Chinese Theatre and the Walk of Fame, Melrose Avenue, and Beverly Hills. We’ll conclude your city tour with a visit to Venice Beach. Your tour ends upon arrival at our Anaheim hotel this afternoon.

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