Best of the West
Best of the West
$4254
Best of the West
14 Days Starting in Los Angeles, CA, USA and ending in San Francisco, CA, USA
Visiting: Burbank, San Diego, Prescott, Flagstaff, Las Vegas (United States: Nevada), Selma, San Francisco (United States: California)
Tour operator:
Tour code:
USA
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 35
Physical rating:
Low, Classic Touring
Age range:
18-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Please make us aware of any specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
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From:
$4254
$3833 (USD)
including Flights from the UK
Operator discount: -$219
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$202
Tour Overview
This incredible journey takes you from Los Angeles to San Francisco and visits some of America’s best-known places along the way. It’s an all-encompassing holiday that packs in everything from the glamour of Hollywood and neon-lit Las Vegas to the stunning landscapes of Yosemite National Park and the awe-inspiring wonder of the Grand Canyon.
With our many years of experience, we’ve carefully planned the itinerary. It includes guided tours, to help you get your bearings and tick off all the sights, and free time for you to do your own thing. Browse the shops, visit a museum, or take in the scenery on a leisurely walk, the choice is all yours! And if you want to experience even more, there’s an exciting array of optional excursions on offer.
With an experienced Holiday Director on hand to make all the arrangements and keep things running smoothly, it’s the recipe for a fantastic, hassle-free trip. All you have to do is enjoy every minute!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 Uk - Los Angeles
Location: Burbank
Accommodation Name: Hilton Garden Inn Burbank Downtown
You’ll be the envy of all your friends today as you travel to the airport for your flight to Los Angeles. When you arrive in this bustling metropolis, we’ll take you straight to your hotel, where a two-night stay gives you plenty of time to explore.
This evening, your Holiday Director will host a welcome drink and explain more about the exciting adventure ahead.
Day 2 Los Angeles
Location: Burbank
Accommodation Name: Hilton Garden Inn Burbank Downtown
You're going to experience the excitement and glamour of LA this morning on your included tour. Highlights include Hollywood and Grauman's Chinese Theatre, where you'll see celebrity handprints, footprints and autographs etched into the concrete. We’ll also see Sunset Strip and visit Beverly Hills, home of the rich and famous. There's time to explore at your own pace this afternoon or simply relax with a refreshing drink in one of the bars or restaurants not too far from the hotel.
If you’re raring to go and would like to continue sightseeing, you can take an optional drive on the famous Route 66 to Santa Monica, a trendy, vibrant yet relaxing beach resort overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Stroll the famous wooden pier lined with food stalls and fairground rides and browse the boutiques along Third Street Promenade.
Day 3 Los Angeles - San Diego
Location: San Diego
Accommodation Name: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town
You’ve free time this morning to relax at your hotel or explore more of LA at your own pace. If you have always dreamed of visiting Universal Studios, that's where our optional excursion is headed. This thrilling theme park is packed with movie memorabilia, big rides, and exciting attractions. What will you do first? Join the World-Famous Studio Tour and get a behind-the-scenes view of a movie set or immerse yourself in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
This afternoon, we're off to our next base, the seaport of San Diego. Your Holiday Director will be able to recommend a selection of restaurants if you want to head out for dinner this evening.
Day 4 San Diego
Location: San Diego
Accommodation Name: Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Diego Old Town
Meals Included: B
You can soak up the sights of this Spanish-influenced city on an included morning tour. Then the rest of the day is all yours to see more as you wish. You might be tempted to join an optional cruise around San Diego Bay or spend time exploring the historic Gaslamp Quarter, with its tempting array of shops and restaurants. Another possibility is Balboa Park, a vast area of green space, museums and places dedicated to the performing arts. If that’s not enough, there’s also the Maritime Museum.
Day 5 San Diego - Prescott
Location: Prescott
Accommodation Name: Springhill Suites Prescott
Meals Included: B
Today we'll leave California on a drive that takes us through a spectacular desert landscape filled with distinctive, tree-like Saguaro cactus plants. We’re heading into Arizona and will make our way to the town of Prescott. At over 1,500 metres above sea level, this former Wild-West town is set amongst evergreen forests and shimmering lakes.
Whiskey Row is one of downtown Prescott’s most famous attractions. Named because of its many saloons and watering holes, much of the area was destroyed by fire in July 1900. It was rebuilt in the years that followed and today, Whiskey Row houses an eclectic collection of bars, boutiques, galleries, and restaurants. Tonight, why not experience its vibe, you could and even choose to dine in a cowboy-style saloon bar once frequented by notorious gamblers Doc Holiday and Wyatt Earp.
Day 6 Sedona & Flagstaff
Location: Flagstaff
Accommodation Name: Springhill Suites Flagstaff
Meals Included: B
We take to the road again today, driving into Northern Arizona. We'll make a stop at the township of Sedona, known for its vibrant arts community. Enjoy some time at leisure to discover the many galleries and public art installations before having a bite to eat if you are feeling hungry. You might also choose to join an optional Jeep ride into the spectacular red-rock landscape surrounding the town. During this fun and unique experience, your entertaining guide will point out an array of stunning rock formations and share stories about Sedona and its history. Our final destination today is the former Wild West town of Flagstaff and you’re free to relax and enjoy the hotel’s facilities this evening. If you want to head out for dinner, there is a good selection of restaurants within walking distance of the hotel.
Day 7 Grand Canyon National Park
Location: Flagstaff
Accommodation Name: Springhill Suites Flagstaff
Meals Included: B
This is the day that you visit one of the world's most iconic natural wonders, the Grand Canyon, a must-see on any traveller's list. We’ll head to the South Rim, where nothing can prepare you for this awe-inspiring sight carved by the Colorado River. You’ll have plenty of free time to take in the incredible views and for a truly unforgettable experience, why not admire the spectacular 14-mile-wide gorge from the air on an optional helicopter flight.
You’ll also want to explore the picturesque Grand Canyon Historic Village and learn how the arrival of the first steam train in 1901 transformed this remote area into a bustling tourist destination. Amidst well-preserved, historic buildings you can step back in time and imagine what life was like for the Grand Canyon’s very first visitors.
Flagstaff is known as the world's first International Dark Sky City and this evening you will have the chance to visit the Lowell Observatory, where Pluto was discovered. Enjoy stargazing using the six advanced telescopes on the open air observatory deck, and time to explore the campus.
Day 8 Route 66 & Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas (United States: Nevada)
Accommodation Name: Horseshoe Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
Meals Included: B
You're going to travel on the legendary Route 66 today, westwards to the neon-lit city of Las Vegas. On the way, we're going to pass the mighty Hoover Dam. A feat of 20th-century construction, it was built to harness and control the power of the Colorado River.
When we arrive at our hotel on the Las Vegas Strip, you are free to relax and explore at leisure. If you want to be dazzled, join an optional Las Vegas by night tour to get your bearings and take in the lights and sights of this spectacular desert city.
Day 9 Las Vegas - At Leisure
Location: Las Vegas (United States: Nevada)
Accommodation Name: Horseshoe Las Vegas Hotel & Casino
Las Vegas is yours to discover today, so why not start with a stroll down the famous Strip. As you dip into the themed hotels lining it, you'll find a host of attractions. There are casinos, of course, shopping malls, aquariums, and you can even take a gondola ride on Vegas' very own 'Grand Canal'! The city also has roller coasters and ziplines for thrill seekers, museums aplenty and shows galore – you really will be spoilt for choice!
Alternatively, if you‘d prefer to have the day organised for you, we offer an optional excursion to The Mob Museum. Set inside an imposing and historic building, the museum uncovers the unique and fascinating history of organised crime and law enforcement in America. It is also home to a courtroom where real-life gangsters once sat and in the basement, you can travel back in time and enjoy a drink in a replica, Prohibition-era speakeasy.
Whatever you decide to do today, be sure to make time for the fabulous Bellagio water show, an incredible spectacle featuring more than a thousand fountains dancing to music and soaring into the air.
Day 10 Mojave Desert - Selma
Location: Selma
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Selma - Swancourt
On today's journey back to California, the Golden State, we'll drive through the rugged and scenic Mojave Desert, the driest in North America. We'll continue through California's fertile Central Valley filled with orchards, vineyards and farms to Selma, our base for this evening. Your Hotel Director will be able to recommend some options if you want to dine out this evening.
Day 11 Yosemite National Park
Location: San Francisco (United States: California)
Accommodation Name: Hilton Parc 55
Meals Included: B
Travelling north, today you're going to visit the vast Yosemite National Park. With its abundance of waterfalls, lakes and dramatic mountain peaks it's a wonderful place to explore and you’ll have free time to make your own discoveries. You could perhaps take a short stroll to see Yosemite Falls, one of the world’s tallest waterfalls, or go for a riverside walk, keeping your eyes peeled for wildlife. There’s time to enjoy lunch in the park if you wish, before we travel on to San Francisco.
Day 12 San Francisco
Location: San Francisco (United States: California)
Accommodation Name: Hilton Parc 55
Meals Included: D
Your morning tour of San Francisco begins as you cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. You'll then take in wonderful views from the city's Twin Peaks and visit landmarks including Golden Gate Park and Chinatown. In the afternoon you can set your own pace. If you want to shop, there's a branch of Macy's that's a whole block in size, and the famous cable cars are a great way to get around. You could explore Fisherman’s Wharf and see the hundreds of sea lions at PIER 39 or learn about the city’s history in one of its many museums. San Francisco Bay is at your feet too, so joining our optional cruise is another great idea. You’ll enjoy superb views of the city’s skyline and magnificent bridges, then circle the infamous Alcatraz Island.
The city offers a sparkling and cosmopolitan nightlife, and this evening we will get together and enjoy a three-course dinner in a restaurant by the waterfront in Fisherman's Wharf.
Day 13 San Francisco - Uk
Enjoy the final few hours of your holiday at leisure in San Francisco. Later we’ll drive to the airport and check in for our flight to the UK.
Day 14 Uk
After an overnight flight, you will arrive home today.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Good quality hotels -
Return flights from London
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12 nights in great quality hotels plus 1 night in flight
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6 breakfasts, 1 dinner
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Welcome drink
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Overseas transfers and other transportation
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Porterage
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Travelsphere Holiday Director and Specialist Local Guide
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Travelsphere Holiday Director and Local Guide
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7 included meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 dinner
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Travelsphere Holiday Director and Specialist Local Guide
What's Not Included
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Any other items not mentioned or listed as optional
Optional Excursions
- The beachfront city of Santa Monica
- Universal Studios
- San Diego Bay cruise
- Dinner at Rustler's Rooste steakhouse
- Jeep ride through Red Rock canyons
- A flight over the Grand Canyon
- Las Vegas by night tour
- San Francisco cruise around the bay
- San Francisco at night including dinner
- Pre-bookable excursions: Universal Studios, Rustler's Rooste and Las Vegas by night can be pre-booked as a package.
Excursions Included
- Los Angeles tour including Hollywood
- Tour of San Diego
- The iconic Grand Canyon
- Drive along a part of Route 66
- Stay on the Las Vegas strip
- View the mighty Hoover Dam
- Explore Yosemite National Park
- Cross the Golden Gate Bridge and tour San Francisco
- Stay in Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco
- Enjoy clam chowder in San Francisco
- Discover Pier 39 in San Francisco
Accommodation
- Hilton Garden Inn Burbank Downtown
- This hotel has a lot to offer to its guests, relaxed rooms feature en-suite facilities, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Additional facilities include microwaves, minifridges and coffee-making facilities. Amongst other hotel facilities guests can find a restaurant, a gym and an outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a sundeck with loungers.
- Hilton San Diego Mission Valley
- Situated in the centre of San Diego and within reach of popular attractions. Hotel facilities include outdoor heated pool, fitness centre, Polanco Kitchen & bar, gift shop and complimentary Wi-Fi. Bedrooms have private facilities.
- Springhill Suites Prescott
- Modern rooms feature free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs with premium cable channels. There is also a tea/coffee-making facilities, a microwave and a minifridge located in each room. Other hotel facilities include an indoor swimming pool, a hot tub and a fitness centre.
- Doubletree by Hilton Flagstaff
- The Doubletree by Hilton Flagstaff boasts a lovely location near downtown Flagstaff.
Hotel facilities include a restaurant, lounge/bar, outdoor swimming pool and fitness centre. Bedrooms have private facilities, TV, air-conditioning, iron and coffee-maker.
- Harrah's Las Vegas
- Harrah’s Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is situated at the heart of the Las Vegas strip.
With a range of different restaurants to choose from you’ll be spoilt for choice at this hotel. From a Steak house, to a Bar and Grill, and even an Oyster Bar. The hotel also has a Starbucks.
Why not enjoy a drink at the hotel bar if you want to unwind after exploring all day, the hotel bars have a choice of beers and cocktails for you to choose from. Or enjoy a poolside cocktail while you enjoy the warmer climates by the outdoor swimming pool if you choose to opt for some relaxation during your time here.
All hotel rooms are furnished with a mini-bar and a TV.
Other hotel facilities include:
• Shops
• Salon, located at the spa
• Ben & Jerrys ice-cream parlour
• Casino
• Fitness centre with gym
• Hotel bars
- Holiday Inn Selma - Swancourt
- The Swan Court Holiday Inn Hotel is situated in Selma.
Hotel facilities include a restaurant and a lounge. Bedrooms have private facilities, air-conditioning, hairdryer, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea/coffee-making facilities and a TV.
- Hotel Zephyr
- Hotel Zephyr is positioned in San Francisco's premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district; Fisherman's Wharf. Staying at the Hotel Zephyr makes it easy for you to explore the very best attractions of the San Francisco Bay Area. The hotel is one city block in size and is set between Beach Street and Jefferson Street on East-West Streets and between Mason and Powell Streets North-South. Guests can walk across the street to explore the world-famous Pier 39 to see the historic Alcatraz Island and the Golden Gate Bridge in one seamless panoramic view. Or walk two blocks to catch a quick cable car ride to Union Square, North Beach, or Chinatown.
Check out our Q&As
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
Requirements do change, and you must check the up to date position in good time before departure so that you have the correct documentation and are adequately vaccinated. Information on health is available from your GP surgery and from the National Travel Health Network and Centre www.travelhealthpro.org.uk
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No. Min age is 18 years.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Travelsphere’s Flexibility Promise has been created to give you complete peace of mind and make you feel confident when booking your holiday with us. We have also been awarded the WTTC safe travels stamp which recognises businesses and destinations worldwide that have adopted a new set of global protocols to support the return of 'Safe Travel' around the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Travelsphere has been operating escorted touring holidays for 60 years
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travelsphere, we are committed to operating our business operations responsibly, with integrity and always act ethically in all our business dealings and relationships. We are committed to implementing and enforcing effective systems and controls to ensure slavery and human trafficking does not take place in our own business or in any of our supply chains
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You will receive Holiday conformation upon booking, and then several documents detailing any adddiotnal information and the optional excursions that you can book before you travel. The final information covering your flights, hotels and itinerary will be sent to you around 14 days before your departure date.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
No, we do not offer single share options
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
No, Im afraid not
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If we can accomadate a change in date - we will always do our best to help you. Just pick up the phone and ask one of our friendly advisors - and make sure you have your booking number to hand.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Our Travelsphere Cares programmes, in partnership with the Planeterra Foundation, support local projects and social enterprises by helping them earn an income from tourism. We simply donate a portion of the funds from our tours, so it’s great to know that when you travel with us you are helping to change lives and turn travel into real impact.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Like minded travellers
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All of our accommodation providers will be working to the very highest standards of hygiene – you already always enjoy a private room of your own on all of our trips, all of our partners will be guided by local government operational standards of hygiene and the new protocols we have issued to them.
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Travelsphere requires a minimum deposit of 21% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 84 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travelsphere charges.
Up to 75 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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