Best of the West
13-Day West Coast Explorer: SF, Vegas & LA
The West Coast is one of the most visited areas of the world, and with good reason. On this Best of the West tour, your travel group will enjoy everything the region has to offer—from pristine shorelines and breathtaking mountains to dry deserts and lush redwood forests. Spend time taking in the eclectic neighborhoods of San Francisco, marveling at the sights of Los Angeles, and trying your luck at the world-famous casinos in Las Vegas. This itinerary offers the perfect blend of iconic city tours and majestic visits to the great outdoors. The Best of the West trip is fully customizable and designed for private groups of 20 or more travelers.
SUGGESTED ITINERARY (Schedule & Route Fully Customizable)
This itinerary can be combined in any order, adjusted for duration, or expanded with additional destinations to suit your group’s preferences.
Hotels
San Francisco, CA: RIU Plaza Fisherman’s Wharf or equivalent
Yosemite, CA: Cedar Lodge or equivalent
Bakersfield, CA: Hampton Inn or equivalent
Las Vegas, NV: Planet Hollywood Las Vegas or equivalent
Los Angeles, CA: Residence Inn by Marriott Redondo Beach or equivalent
- Day 1 | Arrival in San Francisco & Union Square Walking Tour
- SFO Meet & Greet with private transfer to hotel and check-in assistance. Enjoy a short walking tour of Union Square or Fisherman’s Wharf.
- Day 2 | San Francisco City Tour, Alcatraz & Evening Bay Views
- Full-day San Francisco tour featuring Alcatraz, Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown, Civic Center, SOMA, Embarcadero, Twin Peaks, Alamo Square, and Golden Gate Park. Short evening tour after group dinner featuring the Bay Bridge and Treasure Island.
- Day 3 | Napa & Sonoma Valley Wine Tasting Tour
- Morning tour of a Sonoma Valley winery including wine tasting. Lunch on your own in historic Sonoma Square or Yountville, followed by an afternoon Napa Valley winery tour and tasting.
- Day 4 | Yosemite National Park & Mariposa Grove
- Morning departure for Yosemite National Park. Afternoon visit to Mariposa Grove giant sequoias and Yosemite Valley (Mariposa Grove subject to closure due to snow conditions).
- Day 5 | Glacier Point, Yosemite Valley & Transfer to Bakersfield
- Tour of Glacier Point and scenic highlights of Yosemite Valley. Afternoon departure and overnight stay in Bakersfield.
- Day 6 | Death Valley National Park & Las Vegas Arrival
- Tour through Death Valley National Park. Early evening arrival in Las Vegas followed by an evening Las Vegas Strip tour.
- Day 7 | Full-Day Grand Canyon Tour & Las Vegas Evening
- Excursion to the Grand Canyon with an evening return for additional Las Vegas sights and entertainment.
- Day 8 | Free Day in Las Vegas
- Full leisure day to explore Las Vegas resorts, shopping, shows, and dining at your own pace.
- Day 9 | Las Vegas to Los Angeles City Tour
- Morning departure from Las Vegas. Afternoon Los Angeles city tour featuring Hollywood, Griffith Park Observatory, Chinatown, Little Tokyo, and Downtown LA. Overnight near LAX.
- Day 10 | Los Angeles Highlights, Getty Center & Santa Monica
- Los Angeles city tour featuring The Getty Center, Santa Monica Beach, Original Farmers Market, Beverly Hills, Sunset Strip, and Miracle Mile. Group dinner at Santa Monica 3rd Street Promenade.
- Day 11 | Full-Day San Diego City Tour
- Excursion to San Diego featuring La Jolla, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, Hotel del Coronado, Old Town, and Seaport Village.
- Day 12 | Universal Studios Hollywood & Farewell Dinner
- Full-day admission to Universal Studios Hollywood. Enjoy a memorable farewell dinner at Universal CityWalk.
- Day 13 | Departure via LAX Transfer
- Private transfer to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for departure flights.
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Price Per Person (Minimum Group Size: 20 Guests)
- Double Occupancy: $5,735 – $4,295 per person (20–44 passengers)
- Single Occupancy: $8,035 – $6,585 per person (20–44 passengers)
Price Includes:
- 12 Nights Accommodations (3 San Francisco, 1 Yosemite, 1 Bakersfield, 3 Las Vegas, 4 Los Angeles)
- Private transportation via motorcoach or minicoach equipped with restroom and DVD player
- Professional tour guide throughout the entire tour
- 12 Breakfasts and 1 Farewell Dinner
- Admissions: Yosemite N.P., Death Valley N.P., Alcatraz, Grand Canyon, and Universal Studios Hollywood
- Private tour and wine tastings in Napa and Sonoma Valley
- Glacier Point tour in Yosemite
- All local and state hotel taxes
Price Does Not Include:
- Daily lunches, dinners (except farewell dinner), and beverages
- Hotel and airport baggage handling gratuities
- Driver and tour guide gratuities
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