Mojave, Death Valley & Yosemite
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Travel from Los Angeles to San Francisco on this seven-day journey through California and Nevada. After a relaxed arrival in LA, head across the Mojave Desert to the bright lights of Las Vegas before swapping neon for the dramatic landscapes of Death Valley. Continue into the Sierra Nevada, with mountain scenery around Mammoth Lakes, then explore the natural wonders of Yosemite National Park, including El Capitan, Half Dome and its famous waterfalls. The tour ends with two nights in San Francisco, giving you time for sightseeing, waterfront exploring or an optional Napa Valley wine tour.
For a detailed itinerary and information about visas, money, weather and more.
Tour Overview
Duration
7 daysHotel Rating
3-4 star hotelsStarts
Los AngelesEnds
San FranciscoMinimum Age
7 years oldMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in USA that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
NoDeparture Transfer
NoTour Guide
0Country
USAMeals Included
None ProvidedTour Style
Group Size
Up to 54 travellers
Min 1 / Max 54
Trip Type
Large Coach Tours
Travel Style
Worldwide Touring
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
Fully Guided
This tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who accompanies you throughout your journey. They take care of the day-to-day logistics, offer local insights at every stop, and are available to assist with any questions or needs along the way. On longer tours or multi-country itineraries, you may be accompanied by a different tour guide or tour leader for certain sections of the journey. For full details of the guiding services included on this tour, please refer to the Inclusions.
Tour pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
These ratings are a general guide and may vary from tour to tour.
Tour Guide
0Group Size
Min 1 / Max 54Range
This tour is operated by our trusted local partner and has been handpicked by us to deliver you an unforgettable trip.
Guiding Style
This tour is led by a dedicated tour guide or tour leader who accompanies you throughout your journey. They take care of the day-to-day logistics, offer local insights at every stop, and are available to assist with any questions or needs along the way. On longer tours or multi-country itineraries, you may be accompanied by a different tour guide or tour leader for certain sections of the journey. For full details of the guiding services included on this tour, please refer to the Inclusions.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Large Coach ToursPassengers
$7,450.00
$3,725.00
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Tour Highlights
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Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Los Angeles
Arrive in Los Angeles and make your own way to the hotel. The evening is at leisure.
Please note: This tour may have travellers joining or departing at various points along the route, meaning group composition can change during the tour. Please also be aware that depending on group composition, guiding may be in additional languages as well as English.
Day 2 - Los Angeles to Las Vegas via Mojave Desert
Los Angeles - Mojave Desert - Las Vegas. Depart Los Angeles and travel across the Mojave Desert towards Las Vegas.
Known as the Entertainment Capital of the World, the city is famous for its casinos, live shows and bright lights. The evening is free to enjoy Las Vegas at your own pace.
Day 3 - Las Vegas to Mammoth Lakes via Death Valley
Las Vegas - Death Valley - Mammoth Lakes. After the glamour of Las Vegas, we enter the stark and dramatic landscapes of Death Valley. We stop at Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Visitor Center before crossing the valley and climbing into the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
Continue to Mammoth Lakes, an alpine resort town that first grew during the 19th-century gold rush and is now known for its mountain scenery and ski terrain.
If Tioga Pass is closed, the routing will operate via Fresno.
Day 4 - Mammoth Lakes or Fresno to Modesto via Yosemite
Mamoth Lakes - Fresno - Yosemite National Park - Modesto. Today we travel via Tioga Pass into Yosemite National Park, one of America’s great natural landmarks.
In Yosemite Valley, we see highlights including El Capitan, Half Dome, Bridalveil Fall and Yosemite Falls, all shaped by ancient glacial activity. We continue to Modesto for the night.
Routing is subject to Tioga Pass conditions.
Day 5 - Modesto to San Francisco
Modesto - San Francisco. Depart early for San Francisco, one of America’s most distinctive and much-loved cities.
On arrival, we enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour before continuing to the hotel. This evening, you may choose to join an optional City by Night tour.
Day 6 - San Francisco at Leisure
Enjoy a day at leisure in San Francisco. You might ride a cable car to Fisherman’s Wharf, sample local seafood, sourdough bread or Ghirardelli chocolate, or see the sea lions near the marina.
Across the bay lies Alcatraz Island, the former prison once held infamous inmates including Al Capone and George “Machine Gun” Kelly. You may also visit Union Square for shopping, or join an optional wine tasting tour to Napa Valley, known for its wineries and rolling scenery.
Day 7 - Departure from San Francisco
Your tour ends after check-out from the hotel. Assistance with onward travel can be arranged if required.
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Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Quad' prices are available when there are 4 people on the same booking sharing a room. Please enquire for quad pricing.
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