Special Note
- Itinerary will be subject to traffic and weather. The sequence of the attractions might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
- In case of attraction closures (due to holidays or construction, etc.), tour guide may make some necessary changes to the itinerary accordingly.
Day 1: San Francisco-Yosemite National Park-Fresno
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Trip:
San Francisco,
Yosemite National Park,
Yosemite Valley,
Yosemite Falls,
Fresno,
El Capitan
In the morning, the group will tour the Yosemite national park which is famous for its colossal granite rocks, spectacular waterfalls, and glacier formed U-Shaped valley. You will have a chance to see the Yosemite waterfall, the El Capitan and Tunnel View Point. After the lunch, the group will drive through the richest California Central Valley, where you will see plethora of orchard and vegetable fields. Stay overnight in Fresno.
Tour group will visit the following scenic sites within the Yosemite National Park by staying approximately 4 hours:
Yosemite waterfall: the second highest waterfall in North America, comprises three sections, all combined together with an amazing drop of 720 meters.
El Capitan: It is the largest integral granite rock in the world, and the ultimate challenge for those rock climbers.
Tunnel View Point: the best spot to appreciate the Glacier formed U-shaped Yosemite Valley. Standing at the rim, you are able to see the Half Dome, which is the icon of California and the well-known sporting goods brand name “North Face”, Bridal Veil Falls, three sentinel rocks and so on.
Fresno: Agriculture is primary source of California’s GDP, and the central agriculture valley is the world’s most well-known agricultural demonstration zone, where variety of vegetables and fruits are planted that shows the richness of California.
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Meals Included:
Breakfast: None
/ Lunch: None
/ Dinner: None
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Hotel:
Red Roof Inn or the same level hotel
Day 2: Fashion Outlet-Las Vegas-St. George
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Trip:
Mojave Desert,
Las Vegas,
St. George
In the morning we will travel along Interstate 15 freeway, passing through the largest desert in North America: Mojave Desert. We will arrive at State Line “Fashion Outlet” to have lunch and quick shopping. In the afternoon we will stop by Las Vegas to take a quick break and then head towards St. George. Stay overnight in St. George.
Mojave Desert: Largest desert in North America, crossing four states. On the way you will see the unique Joshua trees as well as the Pacific Railroad serving as the economic vein that connects the East Coast to the West Coast. You will also pass by the mysterious “Ghost Town” during the Gold Rush era and the world’s largest solar electric power plant invested by Google.
St. George: The crossroad of Colorado Plateau and Mojave Desert, St. George is popular for winter vacation getaways and also an important stop before continue on into Utah.
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Meals Included:
Breakfast: None
/ Lunch: None
/ Dinner: None
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Hotel:
Comfort Inn & Suite or the same level hotel
Day 3: Lake Powell-Antelope Canyon-Horseshoe Bend-Monument Valley-Towaoc
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Trip:
Lake Powell,
Antelope Cave,
Horseshoe Bay,
Monument Valley,
Glen Canyon Dam
We will head toward Colorado Plateau in the morning, stopping by the Glen Dam to overlook the tranquil Lake Powell, taking photos at the famous Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend. After lunch, we will head toward Monument Valley. Stay overnight in Towaoc, Colorado.
Colorado Plateau: The only desert plateau in the United States. After years of erosion from the Colorado River, some of the most stunning nature sceneries had formed here. Red Rocks arches and mesas decorate this vase landscape with their brilliant colors.
Glen Canyon Dam, Lake Powell: Lake Powell is the second largest artificial water reservoir in the U.S. and it also marks the starting point of the Grand Canyon. See the depth of the Lake Powell as we travel across the Glen Canyon Dam.
Antelope Canyon: One of the most recognizable and famous natural landscapes in the world and a must see for photography enthusiast. Millions of years of flash flood and natural erosion gifted us these slot canyons, with their smooth wavy curves and gorgeous colors from the sandstone; it truly is a wonder of nature.
Horseshoe Bend: Carved by the Colorado River, you can witness the water slowly flowing pass underneath your feet in this horse shoe shape bay as you stand above it on the edge of the cliff.
Monument Valley: A summary of all the beautiful landscape on the Colorado Plateau, see the Navajo Sandstone pillars and monument rocks erected across the land. This place had been the backdrop of countless Western movies and TV commercials. You'll even be able to travel on the same road that "Forrest Gump" had run through on his cross country trek.
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Meals Included:
Breakfast: Continental Breakfast
/ Lunch: None
/ Dinner: None
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Hotel:
UTE Mountain Casino or the same level hotel
Day 4: Arches National Park-Windows Arches-Great Salt Lake- Idaho Falls
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Trip:
Arches National Park,
Delicate Arch,
Great Salt Lake,
Idaho Falls
Arches National Park: Nature created this marvelous location from sandstones and underground salt layers with nothing but wind and water. The most concentrated area in the world for naturally formed sandstone arches, you can also see all kinds of different unique shape rocks and see one of the most well-known landmarks of Utah, the Windows Arches.
Great Salt Lake: Western Hemisphere’s largest saltwater lake, also North America’s largest inland salt lake. The lake is more than six times the salinity of seawater, thus known as “Dead Sea of America”. Krill is a unique creature growing inside of the Great Salt Lake.
Idaho Falls: The stepping stone into Yellowstone, this quiet little city holds a surprisingly beautiful view. The Snake River flows through here peacefully as the artificial waterfall that gave the city its name provides you tranquil scenery to enjoy.
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Meals Included:
Breakfast: None
/ Lunch: None
/ Dinner: None
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Hotel:
FairBridge Inn & Suites / Travelodge or the same level hotel
Day 5: Yellowstone National Park - Grand Teton National Park - Jackson, WY - Idaho Falls
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Trip:
Old Faithful,
Yellowstone Lake,
Norris Geyser,
Artists point,
Grand Teton peak,
The Grand Prismatic Spring
In the morning, we will arrive at Yellowstone National Park to begin our tour at the world’s first national park, visiting Artist Point, Norris Basin, Grand Prismatic Hot Springs, Old Faithfull and Yellowstone Lake. Afterwards we will head into Grand Teton National Park to take in the view of Jackson Lake and Teton Peak. In the afternoon, we will visit the small town of Jackson, Wyoming, a famous frontier town during the Western development.
Yellowstone National Park: the very first national park in the whole world, Yellowstone attracted countless visitors over the year with its unique geothermal activities and fascinating wild life. You will find all four different kinds of geothermal activities, geyser, hot spring, fumarole and mud pot as we take you travel through the park.
1. Yellowstone Lake (West Thumb): this is the highest altitude volcanic lake in North America. We will take you to walk along the trail beside the lake and see the tranquil lake view plus all the beautiful sites on the way, like Abyss Pool, Black Pool, and Fishing Hole.
2. Old Faith Geyser: the most famous landmark inside Yellowstone, it's also the logo of the national park, erupting roughly every 91 minutes, this is a must see when you are inside Yellowstone.
3. Grand Prismatic Spring: the third largest hot spring in the world, it's the most renowned hot spring in the national park. Setting foot into the area will surround you with steam and allowing you an up close view of the brilliant colors inside the hot spring.
4. Fountain Paint Pot: walking along this trail will provide you a great view of the light pink color mud pot with its constantly boiling mud bubbles and the fumaroles nearby.
Grand Teton National Park: one of the most beautiful national parks with its snow covered mountain peaks year round and wide range of wild life ecosystem. It even attracted great writer Ernest Hemingway to fall in love with this place and had been the backdrop for countless Western movies.
Jackson, WY: famous frontier town, located at the crossing of Grand Teton and Rocky Mountains, it became a heaven for outdoors sports enthusiast. It is also the third largest artwork exchange location in the world and a popular vacation destination for the wealthy. The widely praised Elk Antler Arches Park, with its four arches made with thousands of elk antlers is a must see.
Idaho Falls: The stepping stone into Yellowstone, this quiet little city holds a surprisingly beautiful view. The Snake River flows through here peacefully as the artificial waterfall that gave the city its name provides you tranquil scenery to enjoy.
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Meals Included:
Breakfast: Continental Breakfast
/ Lunch: None
/ Dinner: None
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Hotel:
FairBridge Inn & Suites or the same level hotel
Day 6: Yellowstone Bear World-Air Force Museum- Salt Lake City (City Tour) - Salina, UT
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Trip:
Bear world,
Hill Aerospace Museum,
Utah State Capitol,
Temple Square
In the morning we will visit the Air Force Museum, and then State Capitol building, Temple Square of Mormon Church.
Utah State Capitol: sitting on top of the Capitol Hill in Salt Lake City, this building gives you a full view of the city that surrounds it. It is also ions of the most famous historic landmark of the state.
Temple Square of Mormon Church: this is the headquarter of the Mormon Church and its 15 million followers around the world. It’s the center of Mormon history and the location of the famous Salt Lake Temple.
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Meals Included:
Breakfast: Continental Breakfast
/ Lunch: None
/ Dinner: None
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Hotel:
Rodeway Inn Salina or the same level hotel
Day 7: Bryce Canyon National Park - Zion National Park - Las Vegas
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Trip:
Bryce Canyon National Park,
Canyon rock pillar,
Zion National Park,
Las Vegas Night Tour,
Las Vegas Strip
In the morning, we will visit the Bryce Canyon National Park and Zion National Park. In the afternoon we will check in at The Strat Hotel& Casino in Las Vegas. At night you can join our exciting Vegas “night tour” for a fee. We will stay at The Strat Hotel for the night.
Bryce Canyon National Park: Famous for its hoodoo rocks, these sandstone columns in the canyon resemble all sorts of different strange creatures; putting both your imagination and your camera to work.
Zion National Park: Just like the place of peace where it receives its name from, the tranquil scenery and diverse ecosystem inside Zion Canyon will make you feel at one with nature.
Las Vegas Night Tour: Entire trip will be lead by our tour guide. You will visit Venetian Hotel & Casino’s indoor “sky dome”, San Marcos Square, and man-made water canals. Next you will view the “volcano eruption” show in front of Mirage Hotel & Casino. Next you will go to Luxor Hotel & Casino and take the “tram” to the Excalibur Hotel & Casino. There we will stop to take pictures of MGM Grand Hotel & Casino, and “Statue of Liberty” at New York, New York Hotel & Casino. At last we will arrive at “Old Town” Las Vegas where everything first originated. Here you will enjoy the sights and sounds of live street band, immersing in party atmosphere, and view the world’s largest “electric sky dome show”. Finally we will go back to our hotel The Strat Hotel & Casino where you can go up to the 108th floor roof top for a breath-taking, panoramic, night view of this “sin city.”Entire night tour is four hours long.
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Meals Included:
Breakfast: Continental Breakfast
/ Lunch: None
/ Dinner: None
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Hotel:
The Strat Hotel or the same level hotel
Day 8: Hoover Dam-Grand Canyon West Rim/ Free Day-Las Vegas
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Trip:
Hoover Dam,
West Canyon Glass Bridge,
The western edge of the Grand Canyon,
Guano Point,
Eagle Point
1st Choice: West Rim of Grand Canyon ($90 including lunch bag and admission etc.) - It is located in the Indian Reservation area. For centuries, the Hualapai Indians have guarded this mystical land. Grand Canyon is 6,000 feet deep, with the Colorado River quietly flowing through at the bottom, giving it life. At west rim, there you will visit the famous “Eagle Point” landmark and pay a fee to go on the amazing, man-made “Sky Walk” if you choose to. Then we travel to “Guano Point” landmark for an incredible view of the Grand Canyon. If you want the best view, you can pay a fee and take the popular “helicopter tour” flying over the entire, majestic canyon.
2nd Choice: Free Day in Las Vegas ($30 Tour Fare Variance) - You may arrange your free day in Las Vegas by youself. We do not provide any ground transportation and tour guide service.
Hoover Dam: Situated at the border of Nevada and Arizona, Hoover Dam crosses the Colorado River. It is the largest dam in the United States, known as “the diamond in the desert”. Hoover Dam was built during the “great economic depression”, but created more than 5,000 jobs at the time. It was a milestone achievement for US Water Works history and opened the gate for American Western frontier exploration. Please note that only those who choose to visit west rim of Grand Canyon will stop by The Hoover Dam before heading back to Las Vegas.
Las Vegas Shows: These shows are the best in the world. When you come to Vegas, you must see for yourself why they have established Las Vegas as the “entertainment capital” of the world. Many stars perform “live”, making it a unique experience to be in the audience, to be part of the show. Some famous shows include: Le Reve, David Copperfield’s Magic Show, The Vegas Show, etc. No matter which show you pay to see, you will remember it for a life time.
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Meals Included:
Breakfast: None
/ Lunch: None
/ Dinner: None
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Hotel:
The Strat Hotel or the same level hotel
Day 9: Chocolate Factory-Cactus Garden-Barstow Outlet-Los Angeles
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Trip:
Chocolate Factory,
Botanical Cactus Garden,
Barstow Outlets
Early morning we will head toward the M&M Chocolate factory and the Cactus Garden. At the chocolate factory you can taste some of the famous specialty chocolates. Take the included onsite tour and you can see the process of making chocolates. At the Cactus Garden you can take pictures of hundreds of cactus plants from all four US deserts. After lunch, we will go to Barstow Outlet for brand name shopping. In the early evening we will return to Los Angeles.
Chocolate Factory: Established to commemorate the mother of M&M Brand founder. Take a free tour and you can actually see how chocolates are made. You can also sample and purchase M&M specialty chocolates. The Cactus Garden next door displays a collection of more than 200 species of desert plants and over 40 varieties of unique cactus: including the rare Saguaro Cactus where every 75 years it grows one arm.
Barstow Outlet: This outlet shopping center offers famous name brands at factory direct discount prices. Some famous brands include: Coach, Nike, Ralph Lauren Polo, CK, MK, UGG,etc.
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Meals Included:
Breakfast: None
/ Lunch: None
/ Dinner: None
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