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California Discovery Northbound

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Tour style - Culture & History, Wildlife & Nature

8 days

America's most populous state and perhaps its most well known, California offers myriad delights for the Intrepid traveller. From the big city lights of Los Angeles and San Francisco to the vast expanses of the Joshua Tree National Park and Death Valley - this is a region of constant contrasts. Throw in the breathtaking Grand Canyon, the waterfall wonderland of Yosemite and the irrepressible buzz of Las Vegas for good measure and you have an incredibly memorable journey of discovery. Physical Rating: 2 Culture Shock Rating: 1 Accommodation: Multishare hotels/hostels/cabins (7 nts) Group Size: Maximum of 13 travellers per group Departure: Departure is guaranteed What to budget: Allow USD $160 for meals not included. A trip kitty of USD $50 CASH per person will be required
  • Day 1 Los Angeles

    Arrive early to discover the beaches and boulevards of LA.

  • Day 2 Joshua Tree National Park

    Eponymous Joshua trees aside, this national park is also known for its spectacular desert, striking rock formations and unique flora. Take time to explore portions of this vast, eerie landscape, which has mystified visitors for years - most notably U2, who named their 1987 album after the park's resident tree-sized yuccas.

  • Day 3 Grand Canyon

    Road trip into Arizona towards one of the greatest wonders of the world. Inspiring, breathtaking, magnificent - the Grand Canyon is all of these and more. See it from any angle - take an optional scenic helicopter flight or walk along the rim and peer 1,600 m below.

  • Days 4-5 Las Vegas

    Hit the Mother Road, Route 66, and head towards Vegas, the capital of the gambling world. Mosey down the iconic Strip, experience the razzamatazz of a stage show or have a flutter on the gaming tables.

  • Day 6 Death Valley

    As one of the lowest, driest and hottest valleys on the planet Death Valley may not sound appealing, but it is much more beautiful than its name suggests. See its epic sand dunes and bizarrely sculpted rocks, along with flora and fauna that have adapted unique methods of survival in this harsh environment.

  • Days 7 Yosemite National Park

    This national park packs jaw-dropping beauty at every turn from drenching waterfalls to gemstone lakes.

  • Day 8 San Francisco

    Say goodbye to the adventure while soaking up the views of San Francisco's scenic bay. There's plenty to do here so why not stay on.

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