Western Treasures

Day 2 : Phoenix

Your journey begins with a visit to Palm Springs, the winter playground for Hollywood royalty at the base of the rugged San Jacinto Mountains. Continue through Indio to Phoenix.

Hotel: Delta Hotels Phoenix Mesa

Day 3 : San Francisco - Monterey/Carmel

This morning, head south to Monterey along Highway 1 which offers breathtaking views of the Pacific coastline. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of Monterey at Old Fisherman's Wharf in downtown. Explore Cannery Row's historic waterfront district, John Steinbeck's inspiration for his novel of the same name. Visit the quaint area of Carmel, and enjoy an exhilarating trip along 17-Mile Drive from pacific Grove to Pebble Beach.

Day 4 : Monterey/Carmel - Santa Barbara - Oxnard

Continue south along central California's scenic Pacific Coast Highway. This twisting, cliff-hugging route starts in Monterey and takes you through Big Sur where mountains plunge into the Pacific Ocean. Farther south, the landscape mellow to oak-studded hills as the road passes Hearst Castle and ends in Morro Bay. A short distance inland is the heart of the Central Coast, San Luis Obispo. From here, continue south to Oxnard passing through Pismo Beach, inland agricultural valleys of rolling countryside, and Santa Barbara, often described as the American Riveiera.

Day 5 : Oxnard - Malibu - Santa Monica - Los Angeles

Today, travel further south yet another beautiful stretch of coast in Malibu, and the seaside town of Santa Monica. Arrive in Los Angeles with enough time to glimpse some of the glitz and glamour of the City of Angels. Check out the Hollywood Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theatre, formerly Grauman's Chinese Theater, the Sunset Strip, Beverly hills, and Rodeo Drive; some of the best sights Los Angeles has to offer.

Day 6 : Los Angeles

This morning, you will enjoy a comprehensive city tour of Los Angeles including hip Santa Monica, glamorous Hollywood and posh Beverly Hills. You will be able to stop by the "finish line" of Historic Route 66, see an iconic Californian lifeguard tower made famous by "Baywatch", walk on the boulevard of stars and take a great photo of the famous Hollywood sign. The afternoon is yours to explore more on your own or join an optional excursion to Universal Studios where you will learn all about how movies are made.

Day 7 : Los Angeles - Anaheim - San Diego

This morning, make your way south to Anaheim, Orange County's headquarters for fun. Spend the day surrounded by icons and classic characters at the original Disneyland Park or at its companion park, Disney California Adventure Park. You can visit the nation's oldest theme park, Knott's Berry Farm, filled with old west history and thrill rides. Or choose from on of Anaheim's many other fun-filled attractions before continuing further south to San Diego whose cool breezes, tranquil waters, and miles of world-renowned beaches welcome visitors from all over the world.

Day 8 : San Diego

A full day to discover some of San Diego's attractions such as: Balboa Park, Old Town, SeaWorld, which is the largest park in the world devoted to marine life, Coronado Beach, the San Diego Zoo, and Seaport Village.

Day 9 : San Diego - Las Vegas

Drive north past Lake Elsinore to the picturesque town of Temecula. Enjoy famed rolling hills and vineyards on your way to Las Vegas, one of the most popular adult playgrounds in the world.

Day 10-11 : Grand Canyon - Las Vegas

Two days at leisure for you to either take a short drive to Lake Mead and Hoover Dam, or see one of the great natural wonders of the world, the spectacular Grand Canyon. Enjoy the many attractions that Las Vegas has to offer. In addition to world-class shopping, bustling casinos, and Broadway-calibre shows, you might simply stroll the famous Strip taking in its amazing sights and sounds, or “shop ‘til you drop” at designer outlets.

Day 12 : Las Vegas - Zion

Leave the man-made wonder of Las Vegas and travel through the desert to the Colorado plateau and the natural wonders of the National Parks. Travel through St. George and the charming town of Springdale before arriving at Zion national Park. You have a full afternoon to explore this magnificient park with its amazing canyons. There are trails to explore for every ability level.

Day 13 : Zion - Bryce Canyon

Travel to central Utah and visit the majestic hoodoos of Bryce Canyon. Nature's artistry has created rocks in various shades of red, formed by erosion into pinnacles and spires, even more stunning against the blue skies of the area. You may want to explore the canyon by walking or by horseback. In the summer months you may even be able to enjoy the local rodeo!

Day 14 : Bryce Canyon - Page/Lake Powell

In the morning, make sure to view the dazzling display of colour and light of the sunrise at Bryce Point. The sun rising above the canyon ignites the red rock spires turning them into an ever-changing kaleidoscope of colour. Continue south through Utah, passing through the charming western town of Kanab where many cowboy films have been made. Later, arrive in page, and visit the Glen Canyon Dam and magnificent Lake Powell with its crystal blue waters. in the afternoon or evening you may want to take a cruise on Lake Powell.

Day 15 : Page/Lake Powell - Grand Canyon

This morning, you may want to take the time to take a guided tour of the slot canyons of Antelope Canyon before heading to the Grand Canyon. These canyons are known for their varying colour of sandstone and are a photographer's dream. It is a short drive to the Grand Canyon, one of the natural wonders of the world. Spend your time walking along the rim of the canyon, participating in a ranger led talk or maybe take a helicopter flight above the canyon.

Day 16 : Grand Canyon

A full day at leisure to see one of the great natural wonders of the world, the spectacular Grand Canyon, on an optional day trip by air. In form, colour, and geological significance, the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River is unsurpassed. The canyon is 277 miles long, averaging 10 miles in width from rim to rim and is 5,700 feet deep.

Day 17-18 : Grand Canyon - Las Vegas - UK

Leave the grandeur of the Canyon behind as you head west today through Williams and Kingman, the heart of Historic Route 66 and one of Arizona's hidden treasures, to Hoover Dam. Considered the largest single public works project in the history of the USA; Hoover Dam straddles the mighty Colorado River, which forms the border betwen Nevada and Arizona, and brings much-needed water and power to the South west. Continue to las Vegas, Nevada, a city that needs no introduction.

Spend on night in Las Vegas, before returning your car at the airport for your departure flight.