Insight Vacations Great Western American Adventure

Discover Western American – Travel from the modern San Francisco, back through time to the spectacular desert land of the canyons and then back to the future to Vegas. Explore Western America in great detail with the Insight Vacations Great Western American Adventure.

Tour Pace - Comfortable 

Tour Highlights

Take a private tram tour around Benziger Winery. This tour also includes the barrel aging caves and an exclusive tasting.
Walk around one America's grandest private estates on the ‘Enchanted Hill'.
Visit the historic landmark in the city of Santa Barbara - Mission Santa Barbara founded in 1786 by the Franciscan order.
Enjoy a recreation of an ancient Roman country house with a guided tour of the Getty Villa.
Step beyond the red carpet. A behind-the-scenes look at the Oscars on a private tour of the Dolby Theatre.
Take a tour of the Grand Canyon whilst enjoying informative presentations from a Local Expert.
Cruise the narrow sandstone walls of the Antelope Canyon.
Drive in a special vehicle to explore Navajo Tribal Park with a Local Expert.
Private shuttle to see the grandeur and natural features of the canyon whilst enjoying the live commentary.

What's Included? 

VIP door-to-door transfer service – taken directly from your door to departing airport.
Airport transfers at the destination.
Quality accommodation as per itinerary.
Experiences & quality dining as per itinerary.
A coach with more legroom, air-conditioning, sound system, video & Wi-Fi.

Insight Vacations Great Western American Adventure Itinerary:

Day 1 
Start your journey in style with complimentary private V.I.P. door-to-door transfer to your UK departure airport.
Arrive in California at San Francisco International Airport where you are transferred to your tour hotel. 
Hotel: Omni San Francisco (2 nights).
Meals Included: Welcome Reception & Dinner. 

Day 2 
San Francisco is known for its hilly landscape, iconic Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars and colourful Victorian houses. This morning, enjoy free time to discover Union Square and the beautiful Golden Gate Park at your own leisure before meeting with your Tour Director in the afternoon. 
Hotel: Omni San Francisco.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Highlight Dinner. 

Day 3 
For the lovers of fine wine, today is for you with a visit to the Benziger Family Winery for a fabulous private tram tour. Whilst taking in breathtaking views, learn about the biodynamic farming approach and the history of the winery. 
Hotel: The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa.
Meals Included: Breakfast. 

Day 4 
Today you travel through the Gold Country of California and into the Sierra Nevada Mountains to Yosemite National Park. The Valley is famed for its giant, ancient sequoias, and for Tunnel View, the iconic vista of towering Bridalveil Fall and the granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome. 
Hotel: Yosemite Lodge at the Falls.
Meals Included: Breakfast. 

Day 5 
This morning drive through the Central Valleys of California through the fertile San Joaquin Valley.
In the evening, a choice from a selection of restaurants recommended by your local expert.
Hotel: Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa. 
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dine Around. 

Day 6 
Take a guided tour of Hearst Castle - the grandiose estate of publishing magnate William Randolph Hearst.
From here make your way through the enchanted vineyards of the Central Coast to Santa Barbara where you will be greeted by stunning views of its dramatic mountainous backdrop.
Hotel: Fess Parker's Doubletree Resort, Santa Barbara. 
Meals Included: Breakfast. 

Day 7 
Your day takes you to visit Mission Santa Barbara where you will learn about the chain of 21 missions along California's El Camino Real.
Hotel: JW Marriott Hotel Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE.
Meals Included: Breakfast. 

Day 8
Today you're in the home of the world's film industry, Hollywood. 
Hotel: JW Marriott Hotel Los Angeles at L.A. LIVE.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Highlight Dinner. 

Day 9 
Travel across the Mojave Desert wilderness. Arrive in Scottsdale, where you can spend the day relaxing at your idyllic resort and spa.
Hotel: The Westin Kierland Resort and Spa, Scottsdale.
Meals Included: Breakfast. 

Day 10 
Head North to the desert town of Sedona near Flagstaff that's surrounded by red-rock buttes, steep canyon walls and pine forests. From here enjoy one of Arizona's favourite drives through Oak Creek Canyon, before travelling on to Grand Canyon National Park.
Hotel: National Park Lodges, Grand Canyon.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Highlight Dinner. 

Day 11
Next, venture the Glen Canyon Dam to learn about its impact on the Colorado River before arriving at your lakefront resort. 
Hotel: Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas (2 nights).
Meals Included: Breakfast & Dinner. 

Day 12
Start your day at your own leisure with options to enjoy the resort's fantastic facilities or you may opt to take an included excursion to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park for a guided tour.
Hotel: Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas.
Meals Included: Breakfast. 

Day 13 
Head to Bryce Canyon National Park in Southern Utah known for its brightly coloured spires and odd-shaped monoliths known as Hoo Doos.
Hotel: Bryce Canyon National Park Lodge or Zion National Park Lodge.
Meals Included: Breakfast & Celebration Dinner. 

Day 14 
Make your way to Viva Las Vegas day by travelling the extraordinary cliff-and-canyon landscape of Zion National Park.
Hotel: The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas.
Meals Included: Breakfast. 

Day 15 
Your adventure ends with a departure transfer to Las Vegas International Airport or opt to extend your stay in Las Vegas. On arrival at your UK airport, your driver will greet and escort you to your waiting car for your return private V.I.P. transfer home. 
Meals Included: Breakfast.

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