USA Western Explorer ex L.A.
For SINGLE TRAVELLERS 45 Years & Over
Monday 19 September - Sunday 2 October 2011 (14 days)
Itinerary
Hotels:
Los Angeles -Los Angeles Marriott (MD),
Lake Havasu -London Bridge Resort (F),
Grand Canyon -Grand Canyon Lodges (NP),
Lake Powell - Lake Powell Resort (F)
Zion National Park -Best Western Zion Park Inn (F)
Las Vegas -Las Vegas Hilton (SF),
Fresno -Holiday Inn Downtown (F),
Yosemite National Park -Yosemite View Lodge (F)
San Francisco -Marriott Marquis (SF)
TOUR OPERATOR: If there is ever a time you'll appreciate choosing Globus it's when you board their luxury coaches. With panoramic windows, air-conditioning, state-of-the-art sound system and reclining seats, you'll journey in style when travelling from one superb destination to the other. MEALS INCLUDED: SIGHTSEEING INCLUSIONS: DAY 1: LOS ANGELES You can book an airport to hotel transfer service which is operatated by Supershuttle. You must book this service with us by Friday 12 August 2011. It's a mini van (holds around 12-15 passengers) and is share with other passengers. Depending on traffic, the hotel is approx 20-25mins from the airport. Alternatively, taxis are convenient (remember to have a tip ready for your taxi driver) DAY 3: LOS ANGELES - LAKE HAVASU DAY 4: LAKE HAVASU - GRAND CANYON DAY 5: GRAND CANYON - LAKE POWELL DAY 6: LAKE POWELL DAY 7: LAKE POWELL - BRYCE CANYON - ZION NATIONAL PARK DAY 8 : CANYON - LAS VEGAS DAY 9: LAS VEGAS DAY 10: LAS VEGAS - FRESNO DAY 11: FRESNO - YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK DAY 12: YOSEMITE - WINE COUNTRY - SAN FRANCISCO DAY 13: SAN FRANCISCO DAY 14: SAN FRANCISCO
This tour is operated by Globus and graded 'Panoramic', ideal for when you want to see it all at just the right pace. Accompanied by a professional Tour Director.
The total coach capacity is 44 travellers and travellers booked with arendezvous are sharing this tour with other travellers who have booked via other channels and they may or may not be single.
FELLOW PASSENGERS:
Book this trip, knowing that you'll be sharing the tour with other single/solo travellers.
There are 16 places on this trip reserved for the ARENDEZVOUS single travellers community. Subject to demand, these places may increase or decrease. Other travellers on the tour may or may not be single travellers.
LOS ANGELES: City sightseeing
LAKE HAVASU: Orientation tour
GRAND CANYON: Sightseeing
LAKE POWELL: Cruise
BRYCE CANYON: Sightseeing
ZION NATIONAL PARK: Sightseeing
LAS VEGAS: Orientation tour
YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK: Sightseeing tour
SONOMA/NAPA VALLEY: Sonoma winery tasting and luncheon
SAN FRANCISCO: Sightseeing; farewell dinner
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable
Welcome to the Golden State! At 6:30 pm, meet your travelling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
DAY 2: LOS ANGELES
Morning sightseeing of this gigantic metropolis takes you from Olvera Street - the oldest thoroughfare in the city - to Hollywood. Take the opportunity to step into the shoeprints of famous movie stars at Grauman's Chinese Theater, and also see Sunset Strip and Rodeo Drive. Spend an afternoon at leisure on an optional excursion to Universal Studios or historic Hollywood. (B)
Leave the "City of Angels" and travel across the Mohave Desert to Lake Havasu on the Colorado River. This lake is a playground for all sorts of water sports, and is home to the historic London Bridge. (B)
Depart from Lake Havasu and travel northeast through desert landscapes to Williams on historic Route 66. Arrive this afternoon at the GRAND CANYON, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The breathtaking beauty of this famous attraction draws more than 5 million visitors a year from around the globe. This evening, be sure to watch the dramatic sunset. (B,D) Special Feature: Your hotel is located on the rim of the Grand Canyon, a rare opportunity for great views and a significant extra when travelling with Globus.
This morning, enjoy vistas of the Grand Canyon as you drive along the rim before entering the Navajo Reservation. Arrive in Lake Powell, where sparkling blue water laps against towering, red-rock canyon walls and sandy beaches. The majestic beauty of this vast man-made lake can be truly appreciated while on your afternoon CRUISE. See gigantic Glen Canyon Dam and the "tapestry" walls of Antelope Canyon. There's free time later for a leisurely stroll along Wahweap Marina on the shores of Lake Powell. (B,D)
Today is at leisure. Consider joining the optional float trip on the Colorado River through Glen Canyon. Or perhaps take a flightseeing trip over Lake Powell, including famous Rainbow Bridge and Glen Canyon Dam. As the balance of the day is free, sit back and relax in this magnificent setting, or pursue your favourite activities and interests. (B)
Leave the splendid views of Lake Powell and head for Utah's BRYCE CANYON. Drive through the park, with photo stops to capture the magnificent contrasts of bright red, yellow, and pink pillars called "hoodoos". Years of erosion have carved colourful sandstone into thousands of spires, arches, and mazes for an unforgettable sight. Next, see nearby ZION NATIONAL PARK, a spectacle of massive stone formations whose colours change with the light of the day and the season. To Mormon pioneers, it was a haven of beauty that resembled natural temples and cathedrals, prompting their name for it: "Little Zion". (B,D)
Tour Zion Canyon this morning before continuing to Las Vegas for an orientation tour of one of America's most popular holiday destinations. Your resort hotel is located in the heart of the "Strip" for easy access to the mega-casinos and plentiful restaurants. (B)
A full day on your own to explore the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas. Your Tour Director will have tips and suggestions to make the most of your stay as well as a range of optional excursions, from scenic helicopter flights to elaborate shows. (B)
A day of striking contrast as you journey across the desert landscape of Nevada before crossing into California. Overnight in Fresno, located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley often referred to as the great "Garden of the Sun". (B,D)
Leave Fresno for YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK. Inside the park you'll descend to the valley floor for sightseeing of this wonderland of lakes, cascading waterfalls, lush forest, giant granite domes, pinnacles, and mountains. (B,D)
This morning's journey takes you from California's mountainous beauty to the gentle slopes of California wine country. Today's highlight is an unforgettable hilltop picnic lunch and wine tasting under olive trees and grape trellises at VIANSA WINERY. Tonight, why not join us for an optional dinner outing? (B,L)
Our included sightseeing tour takes in Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, Fisherman's Wharf, and much more. The afternoon is at your leisure. Perhaps visit the Museum of Modern Art, the Asian Art Museum, or the Aquarium of the Bay. Or, discover the hippie-era bookstores and shops in the Haight-Ashbury district, ride San Francisco's historic cable cars, or visit fascinating Alcatraz Prison. This evening your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner. (B,D)
Your holiday ends this morning with guests departing on individual transfers. Transfers are provided to San Francisco International Airport. (B)
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2012