BEST OF THE WEST

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DEPARTS SAN FRANCISCO to LAS VEGAS

Trek Code:
PBW
Destination:
USA West
Departs:
May-Sep
Accommodation:
Camping
Age Range:
18+

Best of Trek:

  • > Discover Half Dome and El Capitan in Yosemite
  • > Check out Old Faithful erupting in Yellowstone
  • > Hike the Bright Angel Trail at Grand Canyon
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Tour Overview

From the Golden Gate Bridge and the giant Sequoias and granite peaks of Yosemite, this grand America adventure highlights the best of America's national parks. With great hiking opportunities as well as horse riding, mountain biking, white water rafting and a truly unique Navajo Indian guided Jeep tour of Monument Valley, this tour shows the true American spirit!

Grand American Adventures

This tour is operated by our sister company, Grand American Adventures, who offers a range of open-age activity, walking & family adventures. For more details on this tour please see the Grand American Adventures website.

Included Highlights

  • > Scenic walks and hikes
  • > Walk the Golden Gate Bridge
  • > Grand Canyon sunrise or sunset
  • > Navajo Indian guided 4x4 tour of Monument Valley
  • > National parks and monuments - Yosemite, Yellowstone, Arches, Canyonlands, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon and Zion
  • > All camping meals included
  • > Services of a professional tour leader
  • > All transportation by private adventure vehicle
  • > All 16 nights camping fees & equipment (except sleeping bag) & 1 night hotel included

Optional Activities (paid locally)

  • > Whitewater Rafting (in season) US$60-$175
  • > Great national park hikes US$FREE
  • > Grand Canyon scenic flights US$135-$400
  • > Western horseback riding US$45-$95
  • > Mountain Biking in Moab: US$45-$95
  • > IMAX Theater US$8-$12
  • > Watersports US$20-50

Private Departures

Why not arrange your own TrekAmerica departure? For groups of 8 or more, we can offer private departures on any of our published itineraries enabling friends, families or organizations to enjoy our classic "Trek" style of travel at special rates. Although tours will run as per our standard itinerary shown here, slight modifications may be considered and dates can be chosen to suit your needs. (Subject to seasonal/operational restrictions). So contact us today and start planning your own adventure.

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Flexible Itinerary

Our routes have been carefully chosen to include the best night stops and highlights. However, as local conditions and passenger requests vary, no two trips will ever be the same. With the guidance of your Trek Leader you may modify certain nightstops and highlights to give a truly unique experience!

Local Payments - None

  • Day: 1-2 San Francisco & Yosemite National Park

    After departing San Francisco, having strolled across the Golden Gate Bridge, we head east through Gold Country for two incredible days in Yosemite National Park. Enjoy an afternoon under the mighty Sequoias before setting up camp under the towering granite cliffs of Yosemite Valley. Your next day will be filled with a variety of hiking and sightseeing options. Tackle the seventeen mile hike to Half Dome or stroll under Yosemite Falls and El Capitan.
    Accommodation: Camping with meals included

  • Day: 3-4 Lake Tahoe & Nevada

    From Yosemite we continue the journey to beautiful Lake Tahoe. Enjoy an unforgettable sunset sailboat cruise before crossing the vast Nevada Desert.
    Accommodation: Camping with meals included

  • Day: 5-6 Yellowstone National Park

    Enjoy a full day exploring the wilderness and wildlife of Yellowstone National Park. The first and largest national park in the continental United States, Yellowstone was originally protected for its geothermic wonders, such as Old Faithful and is also home to most of the continent's big mammals. There are permanent populations of buffalo, elk, wolves, mountain lion and two species of bear.
    Accommodation: Camping with meals included

  • Day: 7-8 Jackson, Wyoming

    Leaving the park, we pass the Grand Teton range, before reaching Jackson, Wyoming - a lovely mountain town that offers high trails, rafting and real live cowboys!
    Accommodation: Camping with meals included

  • Day: 9 Salt Lake City

    The capital of Utah, Salt Lake City, is home to Temple Square and we have the afternoon free to explore the city's beautifully landscaped grounds, the 6-spired granite Salt Lake Temple and the domed Tabernacle, home of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Besides occasional free concerts, there are also nearby shopping centres and tasty local restaurants.
    Accommodation: Hotel included. Meals paid locally.

  • Day: 10-12 Moab / Arches & Canyonlands National Parks

    Moab is the perfect base for three days of exploration and adventure in the nearby Canyonlands and Arches National Parks. Endless opportunity awaits; take a sunset stroll to Delicate Arch and bike down the famous "Slick Rock Trail" or float down the Colorado on a scenic rafting trip and tackle the terrain high above on a guided Jeep tour.
    Accommodation: Camping with meals included

  • Day: 13 Monument Valley

    From red rock country to Indian territory, we travel out of Utah and on to the Navajo Reservation. Met by a Navajo guide, we will be taken on an included Jeep tour of the Monument Valley Tribal Lands. Learn about the history and culture of the Navajo people. Hear how Native Americans have embraced this harsh environment, and how their relationship to the world around them constantly changes and evolves. Such a day could only be topped by a spectacular desert sunset.
    Accommodation: Camping with meals included

  • Day: 14-15 Grand Canyon National Park

    Words and even pictures cannot describe the awe and beauty you'll experience on catching your first view of the Grand Canyon. Once again, you will have plenty of opportunities to explore the park at your own pace. Venture down the Bright Angel Trail to Plateau Point, or just stroll along the more leisurely West Rim Trail and shuttle bus out to Hermit's Rest. Finish off the day with a scenic flight high above the Colorado River or take in the amazing I-max film, "The Grand Canyon Experience".
    Accommodation: Camping with meals included

  • Day: 16-18 Zion National Park & Las Vegas

    Onto one of the Southwest's best kept secrets - Zion National Park with its spectacular scenery and diverse backdrops, with many easy hikes and short walks. Visit the cedar ridge high above the canyon floor or venture deep into The Narrows as you make your way up the Virgin River Gorge. Hike up to the spectacular Angel's Landing or relax by the Emerald Pools. Like all great adventures, your journey must come to an end. Leaving Zion National Park we cruise into Las Vegas where the tour ends in the neon capital of the World.
    Accommodation: Camping with meals included

    Tour ends at approx 17:00 hrs in Las Vegas on day 18.

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