11-Day Western Highlights Tour from San Francisco: Yosemite, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon and Hollywood
Product Code: 431185
OVERVIEW

Highlights

  • • "All-American" Picnic at a surprise destination en route
  • • Guided sightseeing tour of San Francisco including Union Square, & Fisherman's Wharf
  • • Full day excursion to Grand Canyon (West Rim)
  • • Visit the glamorous desert retreat of Palm Springs
  • • Enjoy a comprehensive city tour of Los Angeles including Beverly Hills, Hollywood & the birthplace of Los Angeles
  • • Stop at an iconic California lifeguard tower
  • • "Shop 'til you drop" at discount designer outlets in Las Vegas
  • • About 20 pax in the 50-60 seats coach
Tour Code
431185
Duration
11 day
Departure City
San Francisco
End City
Los Angeles
Language
English
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Tour Themes: Nature, UNESCO

Get in touch with Mother Earth; Visit locations designated as World Heritage Sites by the United Nations

Tour Type: Guided

Multiple local tour guides/drivers available throughout your tour/activity

Group Size: Standard Group

Tour with fellow travelers from all over the world

Activity Level: Moderate

Designed for travelers in good health who are comfortable with light walking or hiking

Quality: Value

Travel with professional guides, enjoy more time at attractions and/or stay at comfortable accommodations.

Itinerary
Day 01
San Francisco

Hometown - San Francisco

Hotel: San Francisco Marriott Marquis or similar

Arrive at San Francisco International Airport and transfer independently to your hotel. Your Tour Director will meet you this afternoon.

Tips:
* Upon arrival, check-in at the front desk and identify yourself as a participant of Western Highlights Motorcoach Tour. If arriving between the hours of 2:00 pm and 8:00 pm, proceed to Hospitality Desk and check in with Tour Director.

Visiting Attractions

  • San Francisco San Francisco
Day 02
San Francisco

San Francisco

Hotel: San Francisco Marriott Marquis or similar

This morning, join a half-day city tour which includes Union Square, the Civic Center and Fisherman's Wharf. From the top of Twin Peaks, enjoy the spectacular view and see for yourself why many consider San Francisco the most beautiful city in America. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure in "the City by the Bay", perhaps a cable car ride to Fisherman's Wharf where one may enjoy a "Taste of San Francisco": local seafood, famous sourdough breads or decadent Ghiradelli's Chocolate. Or take a stroll by Sea Lions' Marina to observe them frolic and play. Be sure to gaze across the bay to Alcatraz Island where "America's Most Wanted" such as Al Capone and "Machine Gun" Kelly were incarcerated. Or visit Union Square for a shopping stop at Macy's Department Store. Your Tour Director will be on hand to assist you in planning your next two days in the city.

Tips:
* The Tour departs at 8:30 am. Meet Tour Director in the lobby at 8:15 am.

Visiting Attractions

  • San Francisco San Francisco
  • Twin Peaks Twin Peaks
  • Fisherman's Wharf Fisherman's Wharf
  • Union Square San Francisco Union Square San Francisco
  • San Francisco Civic Center San Francisco Civic Center

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
San Francisco Bay Cruise $38.00/Adult; $23.00/Child Get onboard of San Francisco’s most popular bay cruise. Onboard this 1-hour cruise, sail past the San Francisco skyline and view the lively neighborhood of North Beach, the famous swimming clubs of Aquatic Park, the historic vessels at Hyde Street Pier, the San Francisco Maritime National Park, and numerous other exciting sights. As you head west towards the Golden Gate Bridge, cruise along Fort Mason and the Marina District, which was devastated by the 1989 earthquake. Don’t miss incredible photo opportunities when sailing directly under the Golden Gate Bridge. As you steam back into the Bay, travel past Angel Island State Park and slowly cruise around the infamous Island of Alcatraz. On your way back to Fisherman’s Wharf, see the Oakland Bay Bridge and Coit Tower.
San Francisco Evening Tour $38.00/Adult; $25.00/Child Tonight, join your fellow passengers for an evening out in San Francisco. Start off your evening with an exciting cable car ride. Next, take a stroll through China Town, which you will surely enjoy. After your Pier 39 visit we continue to Treasure Island, where you will experience a captivating panoramic view of the San Francisco skyline (weather permitting) and slowly drive back to your hotel.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 03
Carmel Valley

San Francisco (Montery/Carmel - 17-Mile Drive Optional)

Hotel: San Francisco Marriott Marquis or similar

Join an optional tour to Monterey and Carmel. Travel along the Pacific Coast to the Monterey Bay Peninsula. Visit Cannery Row, made famous by the John Steinbeck novel. Your optional package includes admission to the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, showcasing some 200 exhibits on marine life and one of the most respected aquariums in the world. Continue on the 17-Mile Drive, admiring the natural scenery and gorgeous homes. Enjoy time in the charming community of Carmel, known for its art galleries and shops before returning to San Francisco.

Tips:
* Full day at leisure. If needed, Tour Director can assist with securing optional tours.

Visiting Attractions

  • Carmel Valley Carmel Valley
  • Monterey Monterey
  • 17-Mile Drive 17-Mile Drive
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium Monterey Bay Aquarium

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Monterey & Carmel Day Trip $74.00/Adult; $50.00/Child Minimum participation of 10 required. Join fellow passengers on an optional tour to Monterey and Carmel. Travel to the Monterey Bay Peninsula. Visit Cannery Row, made famous by the John Steinbeck novel. In addition, a visit to the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium, showcasing more than 200 exhibits on marine life is possible (extra charge). Continue on the 17-Mile Drive through the famed Pebble Beach golf course and admire the natural scenery as well as the spectacular homes. Enjoy time in the charming community of Carmel, known for its art galleries and shops before a late afternoon return to San Francisco.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 04

San Francisco - Yosemite

Hotel: Hampton Inn Fresno Airport or similar

Join the group for an included all day adventure to Yosemite National Park. Known for its magnificent waterfalls (seasonal), granite peaks and remarkable wildlife, Yosemite is one of America's favorite National Parks. We will explore the park by motorcoach, but you will also have time on the valley floor to enjoy the spectacular scenery and enjoy an included all American picnic. 
 

Tips:
*The tour departs for Yosemite National Park at 8:00 am. Meet Tour Director in the lobby with your luggage at 7:30 am.
Day 05
Las Vegas

Yosemite - Mojave Desert - Las Vegas

Hotel: Sahara Hotel or similar

Today, travel through the Mojave Desert on your way to Las Vegas. A late afternoon arrival in the dazzling "Entertainment Capital of the World" will give you enough time to start enjoying this fantastic city right away. Your Tour Director will assist you in arranging all you want to do whether it is shopping, seeing a show, enjoying the fine dining, or joining an optional evening tour.

Visiting Attractions

  • Las Vegas Las Vegas
  • Mojave Desert Mojave Desert
  • Las Vegas Strip Las Vegas Strip

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Las Vegas Evening Tour $38.00/Adult; $22.00/Child See the best attractions in Las Vegas! The city where the action continues around the clock becomes a bedazzling fantasy at night. As casinos try to outdo each other by creating ever more fanciful and outrageous attractions, it almost becomes impossible to see it all in just one night! Almost every few months a new highlight is added to Las Vegas and this tour will show some of those highlights.
Las Vegas Strip Flight Only $139.00/Person
Las Vegas Evening Tour + Strip Flight $159.00/Person
Las Vegas The Show With Dinner $149.00/Person Enjoy how the past is brought back to life through song and dance. The cast will entertain you by showing how performers of the past have made Las Vegas what it is today, including the Rat Pack, Diana Ross, Elvis, and many more. Enjoy a well-awarded Brazilian restaurant inside Planet Hollywood before the show.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 06
Grand Canyon

Las Vegas - Grand Canyon West - Las Vegas

Hotel: Sahara Hotel or similar

This morning we stop at the iconic Las Vegas Welcome Sign where you may wish to capture a photo memory of Las Vegas before making your way to an included day trip to the Grand Canyon. On the way, admire the beauty of Lake Mead, the largest reservoir in the U.S. formed by the Hoover Dam. At the Grand Canyon, you will have time to explore the views on your own and if you choose, join an optional helicopter trip over the canyon, or walk on the Skywalk platform.

Visiting Attractions

  • Grand Canyon Grand Canyon
  • Las Vegas Las Vegas
  • Grand Canyon West Rim Grand Canyon West Rim
  • Lake Mead Lake Mead

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Over The Edge Experience: Helicopter And Colorado River $242.00/Person Fly like an eagle through the Grand Canyon as you descend towards the Colorado River. Upon arrival you will board a pontoon boat and explore the canyon on a short boat ride. Afterwards, the helicopter will take you back to the top to complete the all-round Grand Canyon West experience.
Skywalk $37.00/Person Walk among the clouds at the Grand Canyon Skywalk. See breath taking sights and experience the Grand Canyon like never before. Located at Eagle Point where the natural rock formation of an Eagle is prominently in view for all to see. This glass, horseshoe-shaped bridge enables visitors to walk beyond the canyon walls at Grand Canyon West, suspending them 4,000 feet above the riverbed and providing an unparalleled view of this natural wonder.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 07
Las Vegas

Las Vegas (Death Valley)

Hotel: Sahara Hotel or similar

The day is yours to choose how you spend it. Maybe do a little shopping at one of the fine shopping outlets in Las Vegas, lounge by the pool or join an optional tour to Death Valley National Park. The lowest (below sea level) and hottest region in the western hemisphere.

Visiting Attractions

  • Las Vegas Las Vegas
  • Death Valley National Park Death Valley National Park

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Death Valley National Park $82.00/Adult; $40.00/Child Minimum participation of 10 required. Leave Las Vegas behind and join us for a visit to Death Valley. The driest, hottest climate imaginable can be found here. Death Valley still is the immense, wild land that man has never tamed. Capture the view of the vast valley from Zabriskie Point and visit Badwater at 282 feet/85 meters below sea level. Majestic mountains, colorful canyons and salt flats all make this trip a photographer’s dream come true. Departing Las Vegas in the morning you will return to your hotel in the afternoon to enjoy the sights and sounds of Las Vegas at night.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 08
Palm Springs

Las Vegas - Palm Springs - Los Angeles

Hotel: Crowne Plaza LA Harbor or similar

Today your journey takes you from Las Vegas through Palm Springs, the winter playground for Hollywood royalty, with its lively downtown area and immaculately kept golf courses at the base of the rugged San Jacinto Mountains. This city in the desert was once known as the winter retreat of stars like Frank Sinatra, Jane Russell and Elvis Presley. Today it is a flourishing resort town with great shops, restaurants and year round desert climate. A sea of wind turbines mark the entrance to this desert oasis. Along the way you will pass through Indio, home to the International Date Festival due to the abundance of this crop in the Coachella Valley. In the late afternoon, arrive in Los Angeles.

Visiting Attractions

  • Palm Springs Palm Springs
  • Los Angeles Los Angeles
  • Las Vegas Las Vegas
  • Palm Springs Aerial Tramway Palm Springs Aerial Tramway

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Palm Springs Aerial Tramway $27.00/Adult; $16.00/Child The Palm Springs Aerial Tramway—the world’s largest rotating tram car—travels over two-and-one-half miles along the breathtaking cliffs of Chino Canyon, transporting riders to the pristine wilderness of the Mt. San Jacinto State Park. During your approximately ten-minute journey, tram cars rotate slowly, offering picturesque and spectacular vistas of the valley floor below. Once you reach the Mountain Station—elevation 8,516 feet—enjoy two restaurants, observation decks, natural history museum and spectacular views.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 09
Hollywood

Los Angeles - Hollywood - Beverly Hills - Los Angeles

Hotel: Crowne Plaza LA Harbor or similar

This morning, you will enjoy a comprehensive city tour of Los Angeles including the hip Santa Monica, glamorous Hollywood and posh Beverly Hills. You will be able to stop by the "finish line" of Historic Route 66, see an iconic Californian lifeguard tower made famous by "Baywatch", walk on the boulevard of stars and take a great photo of the famous Hollywood sign. The afternoon is yours to explore more on your own or join an optional excursion to Universal Studios where you will learn all about how movies are made.

Visiting Attractions

  • Hollywood Hollywood
  • Santa Monica Santa Monica
  • Los Angeles Los Angeles
  • Universal Studios Hollywood Universal Studios Hollywood
  • Beverly Hills Beverly Hills

Admission Fees

Activity Price Additional Information
Universal Studios Hollywood $138.00/Adult; $125.00/Child Transportation included. See how movies are made in one of Southern California’s biggest attractions: Universal Studios! Experience “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter”, “Transformers: The Ride-3D”, and don’t forget “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem”. If you have any time left, visit Universal Studios City Walk and marvel at this shopping street of the future.
  • All mandatory fees must be paid in cash to the tour guide and tickets cannot be pre-purchased separatedly.
  • Any optional activities you wish to join must be paid to your tour guide in cash.
Day 10
San Diego

Los Angeles (The O.C./San Diego)

Hotel: Crowne Plaza LA Harbor or similar

Today enjoy an optional full day excursion to San Diego. Travel south through San Juan Capistrano and San Clemente to San Diego, the second largest city in California. San Diego enjoys year round mild weather and a location on the San Diego Bay. Enjoy a city tour including the historic Old Town, the Gas Lamp district, and the bay front picturesque Seaport Village. For a different view of the city, you can join an optional cruise on the bay before returning to Los Angeles in the late afternoon.

Visiting Attractions

  • San Diego San Diego
  • Seaport Village Seaport Village
Day 11
Los Angeles

Los Angeles - Hometown

"That's a wrap!" We hope you have enjoyed your tour and that you return soon to visit another area of America the beautiful!

Visiting Attractions

  • Los Angeles Los Angeles
Please note that order of day-to-day itinerary is adjustable depending on tour start day.

Pick-up Details / Transfers
【Arrival Transfer】
* Airport Express is available to transport you from the airport to your hotel.
* For instructions on how to get to Airport Express after you land, please call 1+ (415) 775-5121 or visit www.airportexpresssf.com.
* Independent taxi service is also available to transport you from the airport to your hotel. Secure rate before hiring.
* Alternatively Uber or Lyft are available. Please download the app prior to USA arrival
* If no transfers are included within your holiday package, please make arrangement for transfer to your hotel prior to airport arrival.
【Departure Transfer】
* This tour concludes upon check-out from your hotel.
WHAT'S INCLUDED

Package Includes

    • 10-night hotel accommodations
    • Deluxe transportation
    • Professional tour escort
    • Hotel taxes and service charges

Package Excludes

    • Airfares or related transportation between your home and destination
    • All personal expenses including hotel room service and meals; however, you have the option to pay for meals that tour guide arranges
    • Optional tours (The optional items and prices are subject to change, for detailed information, please consult your tour guide on the tour.)
    • Service fee for tour guide
Special Notes
    • Cancellation Policy:
      * Cancellation made 32 Days or more prior to Departure Date: 10% Penalty Fee
      * Cancellation made 10-31 Days prior prior to Departure Date: $440.00/person Penalty Fee
      * Cancellation made 3-9 Days prior prior to Departure Date: U.S. $550.00/person Penalty Fee
      * Cancellation made 2 Days or less prior to Departure Date or no-show: 100% Penalty Fee
    • If you book the tour within 30 days prior to departure date, the price may vary. Please double confirm with us.
    • Final hotel list will be available 30 days prior to departure.
    • Each passenger traveling on escorted Motorcoach tour is allowed one piece of checked baggage per person due to space limitations. Additional luggage will be charged at $7.00 per piece per day.
    • If you need to book air ticket, we recommend that you please book your air ticket after you receive confirmation email for your reservation within one to two business days from us.
    • Spring/Summer: wear lightweight clothing and comfortable shoes.
      Fall/Winter: wear layered clothing in the winter to ensure comfort in the cold weather.
    • In order to protect your own property, please bring any valuable items with you at any time. Please do not leave any valuable items on the bus/hotel/attraction/restaurant etc. Tours4fun, local operators, drivers and tour guides will not take any responsibility for any theft loss at any location.
    • COVID-19 Measures:
      * We require that ALL travelers who have been sick or who feel sick within the 14 days prior to departure remain at home. In these circumstances, rebooking is free of charge to any same tour in 2022 or 2023 (please note that we reserves the right to require a written physician's attestation in these cases). Feeling sick includes having any of the symptoms that have been attributed to COVID-19 as described by the WHO.
      * Prior to boarding, each booking group will be required to complete a pre-travel health questionnaire attesting to their health and symptom free status for the past 14 days.
      * All motorcoaches are thoroughly cleaned, disinfected and prepared for each journey in accordance with CDC/WHO standards. It is important to note that additional cleaning occurs daily while motorcoaches are on the road to target more frequently touched surfaces like arm rests, tray tables, parcel rack handrails, headrests, seat belts, railings, grab surfaces, all surfaces in the restroom including door handles. Additionally, The local operator only contracts coaches that are less than five years of age, which means that newest air conditions and filtration systems are being used.
      * Tour Directors will guide passengers to maintain social distancing as best possible while entering and exiting the coach, which will result in a prolonged boarding process. This includes boarding from the back and disembarking from the front of the coach.
      * Passengers should bring their own face coverings and be prepared to wear them in accordance with local rules and regulations. If suggested by the CDC at the time of travel, we will require that passengers wear face coverings when inside the motorcoach and when together as a group. We will follow CDC suggested best practices regarding face coverings.
      * Your Tour Director and motorcoach driver will be wearing face coverings in accordance with local rules and regulations and as suggested by the CDC.
      * Hand sanitizer dispensers will be available on every motorcoach.
      * Disinfectant wipes will be provided for any individual who wishes to further clean their seating area.
    • We are continuing to closely monitor both the Oak Fire & Washburn Fire, which are currently burning near Yosemite National Park. The Washburn fire is 94% contained and the Oak Fire is currently 39% contained. The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias is closed due the Washburn fire. Yosemite National Park remains open and accessible to visitors. Currently, the main concern for visitors of Yosemite will be smokey or hazy conditions in the park due to the fires. Air quality may be impacted by wildfire smoke. Smoke may pose risk for older adults, children, and persons with pre-existing medical conditions. These individuals should limit time outdoors, avoid exertion, seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms.
  • The time we mentioned in the itinerary is for reference only. Please refer to your guide on tour for the actual arrangement. The visiting order and duration might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
  • This tour/activity is overseen by a select local operator in the region. Upon booking your tour or activity and after receiving confirmation, you will be issued an e-ticket detailing the local operator's name and contact information. If you require assistance finding a specific tour, please contact us for more information.

Pricing Info

Your reservation is always subject to confirmation by email, normally within one to two business days.

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple/Quadruple Occupancy applies when two/three/four people stay in one standard hotel room respectively.
* Triple/Quadruple price does not guarantee a third/fourth bed in the room but it can be requested at the time of check-in.
* Price for child applies when a 11 years old and under, child stay in one standard room as a third or fourth person.
* Children under 7 years old are not allowed on our motorcoach tour.
* Maximum room capacity: 4 people including adult and child/infant.
  • * The final tour rates already include possible booking fee, handling fee, and exchange rate loss.
  • Reservation Info

      1.Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email.
      2. Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a status update email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us.
      3. An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required.
      4. Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.

    Terms and Conditions

      - Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days.
      - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice.
      - Please refer to our Standard Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation.
      - Please refer to Customer Agreement before you make reservation.
      - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
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