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Los Angeles to the Bay Tours for
18 - 35 Year Young Professionals and College Students
Overview
From L.A. to the Bay, we've got you covered. Starting in L.A., the city
known for it's temperate climate and awesome beaches you'll have a chance
to make a run for the border to bargain shop and drink tequila in Mexico,
admire the Grand Canyon, gallivant around the Las Vegas strip, delight in
the natural beauty of Bass Lake and Yosemite National Park and finishing in
'the city by the bay', San Francisco.
Itinerary
Day
1 Los Angeles (Anaheim) to San
Diego
The Adventure Begins!
Your morning begins with a warm welcome from your Contiki road crew
and a short drive along the Pacific Coast to San Diego, where we'll
introduce you to "America's Finest City" with a sightseeing tour,
that includes downtown, the Gaslamp Quarter and Balboa Park. We'll
drive across the Coronado Bridge for great views of the San Diego
skyline! Tonight we'll enjoy the lively Gaslamp
Quarter.
Hotel (D)
Day
2 San
Diego
Fun in the Sun. Today
you choose how to spend your day. Perhaps you'll want to visit the
World Famous San Diego Zoo or hang out with the whale, Shamu, at Sea
World! This afternoon we'll head to Mission Beach to check out the So
Cal beach scene. (weather permitting) This evening experience some of
San Diego's nightlife! Hotel (B)
Day
3 San Diego to
Phoenix
This morning we leave
the beach life of Southern California and travel to the cacti filled
Sonoran desert. Today's drive is full of ever changing scenery,
passing through Cleveland National Forest, Anza Borrego Desert and
the Imperial Sand dunes. After lunch it's on to Phoenix and our hotel
in the university town of Tempe. Hotel (B)
Day
4 Phoenix to the Grand
Canyon
Today is filled with
deserts, red rocks and the Grand Canyon! This morning you'll have an
opportunity to take a hot air balloon flight about the incredible
Sonoran desert (optional). See the desert come alive as you float
peacefully above. Leaving Phoenix we journey to red rock country.
You'll be awed by the brilliantly hued sandstone carved by sea and
wind into cliffs and rugged spires. Get a closer look at the Sedona
back country with an optional jeep ride. 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. Cabin (B,D)
Day
5 Grand Canyon National
Park
A World Wonder. 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. Cabin (B)
Day
6 Grand Canyon to Las
Vegas
On to Sin City! From
quiet beauty to outrageous bright lights - Las Vegas awaits you!
Tonight, we'll take a drive down the famous Vegas "Strip." You won't
believe your eyes at this crazy place! After the light show at
Fremont Street, why not take in a Las Vegas cabaret show? (optional)
Hotel (D)
Day
7 Las
Vegas
Vegas, Baby! Only in Las
Vegas can you visit most of the world's largest hotels and casinos in
one day, gamble while you swim, catapult 327 meters (1,081 feet) up
in the air from the top of the Stratosphere Hotel, feel like you are
in Venice, Egypt, New York, Ancient Rome, and Paris all at the same
time, and party like a rock star 24 hours a day! Get out there and do
it all - or just lie by the pool and relax. Tonight, party on at one
of Las Vegas's premier hot spots! Hotel (B)
Day
8 Las Vegas to Yosemite
Gateway
Deserts to Mountains.
Recount your Vegas adventures to your Contiki friends as we say
"goodbye" to the deserts of Nevada and "hello" to the Sierra Nevada
Mountains of California. Hotel (D)
Day
9 Yosemite National
Park
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. Hotel (B)
Day
10 Yosemite Gateway to San
Francisco
The City by the Bay.
This city grooves! You will quickly fall in love with this place
during your extensive city tour that includes The Golden Gate Bridge,
North Beach, Golden Gate Park and Haight Ashbury - hippie central.
This afternoon we'll say "see you later", not goodbye when your tour
ends at the hotel. (B)
Dates &
Prices
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04 Apr
2012 |
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2012 |
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*Prices are not guaranteed until time of
booking
Important Trip Details
- Tour starts in Los Angeles and ends in San
Francisco
- Depart 7:00am Finish 5:00pm
Important Information
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Only
a
$200 deposit
required to
book.
Full
payment not due until 45
days prior to
departure. (So
if paying within 45 days
please pay full
amount).
You are booking a shared room
if you would like a single room
please call 877
848-7477.
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Best Single Travel
877
848-7477
18to35@bestsingletravel.com
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Highlights
All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included
in your tour price!
Included
- Creek Canyon
- Grand Canyon: Stay in the National Park; Visit the
panoramic lookout; Hike along the rim of the ca
- San Diego: Drive through the O.C. - Orange County; Scenic
drive along the Pacific Coast; City sightseeing tour; See downtown, the
Gaslamp Quarter & Balboa Park; Cross the Coronado Bridge for a
panorama of the city skyline; Visit Mission Beach (weather
permitting)
- Tijuana: Cross the border to visit
Mexico
- Phoenix: Scenic drive through Cleveland National Forest;
See the Anza Borrego Desert & the Imperial Sand Dunes; Enjoy this
lively University town.; Visit the cacti filled Sonoran
Desert
- Sedona: Scenic drive through Red Rock Country; See
brilliantly hued sandstone cliffs and rugged spires; Visit the New Age
Capital; Shop for Native American Jewellery; Drive through beautiful
Oaknyon; Watch a spectacular sunset
- Route 66: Stop for photos &
souvenirs
- Las Vegas: Evening Illumination tour including the famous
Las Vegas 'Strip'; Visit the Fremont Street Experience Light Show; Visit
some of the world's largest hotels & casinos and enjoy the
nightlife
- Mojave Desert: See the famous Joshua
Trees
- Sierra Nevada Mountains: Relax in the beautiful mountain
paradise of Bass Lake: swim, sunbathe and enjoy watersports!
(seasonal)
- Yosemite National Park: See the famous rock formations of
El Capitan & Half Dome; See incredible Yosemite & Bridalveil
Falls; Bike or hike around Yosemite Valley's Park trails
(seasonal)
- San Francisco: City sightseeing tour; See Golden Gate
Park, North Beach & 'eclectic' Haight Ashbury; See the city's famous
cable cars; See the famous row houses on Alamo Square; Cross the Oakland
Bay & Golden Gate Bridges; Visit Fisherman's Wharf; Visit
Chinatown
Accommodations
- 9 nights in twin-share hotel
accommodation
- Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) – as per
itinerary
- Experienced Tour Manager and Driver
- Modern air-conditioned coach
- Visit 3 States & Mexico: California ; Arizona ;
Nevada
Optional Excursions
San Diego
- Sea World
- Enjoy a day at SeaWorld's original park. See the world
famous Shamu and check out the rides and other animal attractions.
Spend the day experiencing an amazing aray of sea
life.
- San Diego Zoo
- Visit the world's largest zoo, complete with tram
tour!
- Harbour Cruise
- Cruise around the beautiful San Diego Bay. View the
city skyline while a guide provides a fascinating commentary on the
points of interest in this stunning natural bay!
Phoenix
- Hot Air Balloon Ride
- Experience an unforgettable flight over the beautiful
landscape of the Sonoran desert. Ballooning is an exhilarating
experience for everyone - from the neophyte adventurer to the
seasoned veteran, from the young to the more mature. The flight
concludes with a champagne continental breakfast.
Sedona
- Red Rock Jeep Ride
- Four-wheel-drive jeeps driven by professional guides
take you around the back country of Sedona, a town noted for its
incredible red rock formations set amidst pine forests. Enjoy Old
West hospitality as you journey through these historic
canyons.
Grand Canyon
- IMAX Movie
- This movie shows the history of the Grand Canyon on a
23m (70 ft) screen. This movie is filmed so realistically that you'll
think you're part of the action.
- Helicopter Flights
- See the grandeur and beauty of the Grand Canyon from
up above on an unforgettable helicopter flight. 25 minute flights, 45
minute flights and heli-hiking excursions are available. The
heli-hiking adventure takes you to the Havasupai Indian Reservation,
located on the canyon floor, where you will have the opportunity to
hike trails and swim in pristine waters. An optional horseback ride
is available upon request with this excursion.
Las Vegas
- Las Vegas Variety Show
- This variety show incorporates some of the best talent
Las Vegas has to offer. The professional dance team is joined by a
number of variety acts including professional dancers, a comedian, a
magician and more.
Photo Souvenirs
- USA Group Photo
- There's no better way to remember the excellent times
you've had and the new friendships that you've made than with an
8"x10" glossy photo of all the members of your
tour.
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