From the gorgeous national parks to the exciting cities, this western U.S. tour through California, Arizona, and Nevada features natural wonders, scenic drives, deep canyons, and sparkling waterfalls-not to mention experiencing some of the world s most famous cities. You ll begin in Los Angeles with guided sightseeing in the City of Angels. Take a drive through Hollywood and see the legendary TCL Chinese Theater, the Dolby Theatre, home of the Academy Awards, and the Walk of Fame along Hollywood Boulevard. Stroll through the historic Farmers Market, with more than 80 shops and eateries followed by a visit to Santa Monica Pier. Travel through the California desert to Palm Springs and spend the night in this desert oasis. Continue to Scottsdale in the arid Arizona climate and visit Old Town where Western storefronts create an aura of the past. Visit Sedona with its massive red-rock formations and drive through scenic Oak Creek Canyon and the San Francisco Mountains before arriving at the glorious Grand Canyon, one of the seven Natural Wonders of the World. Stroll the Grand Canyon s South Rim and stand in awe as you look out at the stunning vistas. Cross the Mojave Desert for the bright lights of Las Vegas with free time for a show, shopping, or trying your luck in the casinos. Continue to majestic Yosemite National Park to marvel at its giant granite domes, cascading waterfalls, and lush forests. Then on to the City by the Bay to take in San Francisco s Golden Gate Bridge, Nob Hill, and Fisherman s Wharf. Have free time to ride San Francisco s iconic cable cars, visit Alcatraz Prison, the federal penitentiary that once housed Al Capone and other notorious criminals, or take an optional excursion to walk through the soaring 600-year-old redwoods of Muir Woods -the choice is yours! Breathtaking scenery, exciting cities, scenic drives, and more this western U.S. tour is a perfect vacation for savvy, value-minded travelers.
