7-Day Magnificent US West Tour from San Francisco[All-Inclusive Tour]: Golden Gate Bridge, Monument Valley, Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon

What you'll experience

Highlights

7 days

Day-by-day itinerary

1. 1

   Day 1 — San Francisco - Bay Cruise - Golden Gate Bridge - Chinatown

   Today we understand why San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. We start our tour at the Fisherman's Wharf with a cruise in the world-famous bay, on the way to Sausalito we will have great views of both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island. Return to Pier 39 for a leisurely lunch before an afternoon tour that takes in all the city's famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union square, Chinatown and Nob Hill. Our tour ends with a night view of the city from the Bay Bridge.

   

   Golden Gate Bridge

   

   Chinatown, SF

   Meals: B: Excluded, L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Modesto - Modesto Hotel
2. 2

   Day 2 — San Francisco - Monterrey - Stevenson Ranch

   Winter Route: start the day with a visit of Monterrey to include the wharf and Cannery Row. What was once a row of sardine factories along the wharf is now a picturesque haven for people to enjoy a leisurely day while exploring its rich history. We continue our tour of the beautiful California Coast with a visit to the town of Carmel-by-the-sea, home to actor/director Clint Eastwood. Enjoy some free time to stroll in town and enjoy the beautiful boutiques and galleries.
   We head south to the world-famous Route #1 where we get to see the spectacular California coastline up close (small vehicles will travel the southern portion of route 1 while full size coaches will travel the 17 mile drive exclusively) afternoon drive to Stevenson Ranch for the evening.

   Meals: B: Included(Continental Breakfast), L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Comfort Suites Stevenson Ranch
3. 3

   Day 3 — Stevenson Ranch - Las Vegas

   Today's route is east through the desert and Death Valley to arrive at the gambling capital of the world: Las Vegas. We stop for lunch at the outlet mall in Barstow, which is filled with all the famous brand names like, Levi's, Nike, Reebok, Timberland, Ralph Lauren and more. In the evening, we take a tour of the strip to see some of the truly amazing hotels and fantasies that are built in the middle of the desert, such as Caesar's Palace, Luxor, Mirage, Paris, Venetian, Bellagio, New York New York, Treasure Island and more. Finish off the evening at one of the many shows or try your hand at one of the many casinos', who knows maybe lady luck will be smiling on you tonight.

   Meals: B: Included(Continental Breakfast), L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Harrah's hotel
4. 4

   Day 4 — Las Vegas - Hoover Dam

   After a leisurely breakfast, we leave Las Vegas and make our way to the Hoover Dam, understand how this man-made phenomenon was built and what it did to the area. After our visit, we head back to Las Vegas for a free afternoon to enjoy some of the many and unique attractions or popular shows that the city has to offer. 

   

   Hoover Dam

   Meals: B: Included(Continental Breakfast), L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Harrah's hotel
5. 5

   Day 5 — Las Vegas - Sedona

   We start the day travelling across the Mojave Desert, and head up the Colorado Plateau and historic route 66, before arriving to Sedona. Known as the jewel of the desert and considered as one of the most beautiful places in America. Drive the breathtaking scenic Oak Creek Canyon that descends 2000 feet (610 meters) to the valley floor. We stop for photos of the red rocks and surroundings at the Oak Creek Canyon overlook, and the slide rock state park. Enjoy a lunch break in Sedona where you can browse authentic Indian arts and crafts stores together with unique boutiques and galleries.
   After our break we head out to the surrounding desert to visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross ( self-guided visit using local shuttle service), and enjoy panoramic views of the Sedona red rock formations including Bell Rock, Courthouse Butte and Cathedral rock.
   In the late afternoon we depart the Sedona area to Page for overnight.

   Meals: B: Included(Continental Breakfast), L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Clarion Inn - Page
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   Day 6 — Sedona - Monument Valley - Horseshoe Bend

   We start the day heading into to the mighty Colorado River, for a visit to "Horseshoe Bend" a spectacular sight unique to this region of the country. Next, we head to Monument valley, one of the Iconic symbols of the American West and one of the most majestic and photographed points in the world. Deep in the heart of the Navajo nation lies this majestic park, which consists of sandstone masterpieces that tower from 400 – 1000 feet (up to 300 meters) around these sandstone towers you can find mesas buttes shrubs and trees. Our visit starts with a jeep tour with led by Navajo Indians. The tour will take you down into the valley and you will experience firsthand why the Navajo call this land "like no other place on earth".
   Note: Monument Valley jeep tour is done in closed top vehicles during the winter due to the cold.

   

   Monument Valley

   

   Horseshoe Bend

   Meals: B: Included(Continental Breakfast), L: Excluded, D: ExcludedStay: Quality Inn - Kanab
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   Day 7 — Antelope Canyon - Valley of Fire - Las Vegas

   We start the day where "The water runs through the rocks" as per the local Navajo folklore. We tour the lower Antelope Canyon and visit the spectacular dunes created by the wind, water and sand; words are not enough to describe these formations created by Mother Nature. After our tour we depart this amazing area and start making our way back to Las Vegas, along the way we stop for a lunch break and then visit the "Valley of Fire" named for the magnificent red sandstone formations created from shifting sands and dunes during the age of the dinosaurs more than 150 million years ago. Our visit is timed to be able to see the appearance of the valley being on "fire" when reflecting the powerful sun's rays into the valley (weather permitting). Depart the Park for an early evening arrival in Las Vegas.
   Drop off: Las Vegas Luxor Hotel & Casino

   

   Valley of Fire State Park

   

   Antelope Canyon

   Meals: B: Included(Continental Breakfast), L: Excluded, D: Excluded

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Important info

Special notes

• Spring/Summer: wear lightweight clothing and comfortable shoes.
  Fall/Winter: wear layered clothing in the winter to ensure comfort in the cold weather.
• Luggage on tours by van is limited to one bag of soft material 21 x 12 x 12 inches and a maximum of 22 pounds (10kgs) per person.
• 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. RezB2B, local operators, drivers and tour guides will not take any responsibility for any theft loss at any location.

Pricing notes (children, single supplement)

* Price for Single Occupancy applies when one person stays in one standard hotel room.
* Price for Double/Triple Occupancy applies when two/three people stay in one standard hotel room, respectively.
* Triple price does not guarantee a third bed in the room, but it can be requested at the time of check-in.
* Price for child applies when a 2-14 year-old child stays in one standard room as a third or fourth person.
* Infants under 2 years of age are free of charge.
* Maximum room capacity: 3 people including adult and child/infant.

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