12-Day West Coast :Amtrak Coast Starlight,Los Angles,San Francisco,Portland,Seattle,Las Vegas,Crater Lake & Optional Canyon Tour

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Departure from Los Angeles in the morning, along with San Bernardino Mountains and enter Mojave Desert, the largest continental desert in North America. The boundless land is decorated by bizarre-shaped Joshua trees and yucca plants. You will make a brief stop at Tanger .And then head to Las Vegas - “the entertainment capital of the world”. We enjoy lunch there by your own.You may take an optional night tour to explore the prosperity of night life in Las Vegas, enjoy all the spectacles and fantasies on the strip! The tour guide will lead you to explore the World’s largest hotel Palazzo Venetian Mega Centre, neon-light show on Fremont Street, Music Fountain at Bellagio and the volcano show at Mirage. Stay overnight in Las Vegas.

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Drive to Hoover Dam in the morning, sightsee this largest and tallest concrete structure of it's time. Visit the dam and overlook North America's largest artificial lake - Lake Mead. Then, travel to one of the most famous 7 natural wonders in the world - the Grand Canyon! You can choose to go to West Rim or South Rim, admission fee is mandatory:
West Rim (Skywalk): Over eons, the Colorado River and erosion have sculpted this amazing landscape. Grand Canyon west rim belongs to Indian Reservation. The group will take the designated park shuttle to enter the canyon. Upon arriving in the terminal, you may take the helicopter ride and sightseeing boat tour (Optional), in order to feel the canyon and Colorado River from different perspective and explore the true beauty of the Grand Canyon. Afterwards, you may take the park shuttle to the next sightseeing spots, Eagle Point and Guano Point. At Eagle Point, you may take an optional visit to the "Skywalk", which is the new gigantic construction built on the very edge of the Grand Canyon West Rim. The group will return to Las Vegas in the evening. You may watch the world’s renowned show at your own cost (optional).

South Rim: Here is the world's most vivid erosion model, which is why the Grand Canyon has not only become a textbook for the geologist and paleontologist, but also made the millions of tourists each year filled with emotion when they face the masterpiece of creator. Then, go to the largest view point near visitor center - Mather Point. If God is the creator of the Grand Canyon, Colorado River is an artist who has carved the Grand Canyon. Despite the passion in summer and the cold in winter, the river and valley’s history of romance has been going on for six hundred million years long. Sunshine and clouds are always alternating controls over the canyon, adding a dash of style to the magnificent scenic picture. The group will return to Las Vegas in the evening. You may watch the world’s renowned show at your own cost (optional).

Antelope Canyon：You can choose to travel across the Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend, which is one of the world's t ten photography site. And then went to Glen Canyon Dam.

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In the morning, visit Ethel M Chocolate Factory and Botanical Cactus Gardens outside of The Strip. You can see chocolates being made, sample gourmet treats and meander through the maze of paths at the Botanical Cactus Gardens at no charge. Be sure to sample a piece of fresh made chocolate! After having lunch in Las Vegas, the group heads back to Los Angeles. Stop by Outlets Center for short rest before continuing to Los Angeles. Arrive in Los Angeles in the evening.

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We depart from Los Angeles this morning and travel across part of Central Valley of California, where half of the fruit, nuts and vegetables grown in America are produced every year, it also makes California the largest Agricultural State in America. Arrive at the picturesque Monterey Peninsula in the afternoon, gentle sea breezes, meandering coast, surging waves, bizarre rocks, adorable seals and sea lions rest on the beach. Here we stop at a world first-class golf course and resort to sightsee the amazing ocean view and multimillion-dollar mansions. Then we enjoy the scenery of the 17 Miles, which is truly breathtaking. You may also explore the newly opened Pebble Beach Visitor Center and. We arrive in Bay Area (Greater San Francisco) in the evening and stay overnight.

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Drive through Redwood National Park, the undeveloped 37-mile coastline within it is home to surging waves, bizarre rocks, wildlife, and surrounded by Giant Redwoods! Arrive at Crater Lake National Park in the afternoon, the Deepest Lake in America! The crater was formed by a volcanic eruption 7000 years ago, and filled in with melting snow and rain water. The sapphire blue lake is simply magical and breathtaking, it’s one of the things you must see in your life! Stay overnight in the second largest City in State of Oregon, Eugene.

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Leave for the 80-acre Oregon Garden (Own expense) this morning, known as “the Garden in the Sky”, home to rare flowers and plants, and the Gordon House by famous American Architect Wright. Drive to Woodburn Outlets next and enjoy tax-free shopping! This world’s renowned outlet center has over 100 signature stores, more than 4 million annual visitors, and initially cost twenty million dollars to build! Arrive at Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in the afternoon, the view is so charming and romantic, and one of a kind! Second tallest waterfall in the country, Multnomah Falls is our next stop, a drop of 620 feet! Stay overnight at the Red Lion Hotel Portland, located on the Hayden Island in the Columbia River!

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Portland is known as world’s Capital of Roses, over 50 new species are sent to Test Center to nurture and grow each year, the most prestigious international rose experimental center! Visit the State House of Oregon in Olympia next, and drive to Mt. Rainier National Park. Mt. Rainier has endowed Seattle with elegance and beauty, a mountain out of fairytale and floating in the clouds. Everyone who has seen the beauty of it falls in love with it. Glaciers, waterfalls, lakes, rivers scatter throughout the rainforest. Paradise Valley, Martha Falls, Narada Falls, Skyline Trail, Panorama Point… The rapids of streams and pouring waters echo through the valley! Stay overnight in Seattle.

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Enjoy the Capital of Romance, City of Seattle today! Modern architectures, historic buildings, snow-covered mountain ranges and rainforest, lakes and straits, fragrance of coffee, cultural heritage and artistic atmosphere call Seattle home! Visit Washington University in the morning, home to the most beautiful campus in America. Drive to Boeing Factory  Future of Flight Aviation Center (Own Expense) next, learn the assembly process of Boeing Aircrafts and company history. Arrive at the Microsoft Global Headquarter next, enjoy a tour inside the visitor center. In the afternoon, enjoy a panoramic view of city and bay from the top of Space Needle (Own Expense). Enjoy an in-depth City Tour in Seattle at your own expense. Famous Pike Place Market, fisherman’s Wharf, World’s First Starbucks and Starbucks Reserve Roastery, Gum Wall, night view of the city from Gas Park… wonders come one after another! Stay overnight in Seattle.

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Enjoy an unforgettable Coast Starlight Ride by Amtrack, widely regarded the most spectacular ride of all train routes! Sightseeing train rides are becoming more and more popular in America, a great way to experience the beauty of the country. Seats are very spacious and comfortable, the Coast Starlight links the greatest cities on the West Coast. The scenery along the route is unsurpassed. The dramatic snow-covered peaks of the Cascade Range and Mountains, lush forests, fertile valleys provide a stunning backdrop for your journey! Arrive in Portland, stay overnight in Medford.

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Drive to Burney Falls in the morning, the most beautiful waterfall in California! It will certainly bring you an unexpected big surprise! Even President Roosevelt describes Burney Falls as “The 8th Wonder of the World!” Drive to Sundial Bridge. Made of glass, the Sundial Bridge crosses above the Sacramental River, and is absolutely a piece of work of art. Return to Bay Area in the evening and finish our pleasant and unforgettable Ring of Fire National Parks and Amtrak Coast Starlight Trip.

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Depart in the morning and head to Yosemite National Park. Majestic granite, majestic waterfalls and tranquil valleys make Yosemite look like a fairyland from any angle. We will take you to visit five major attractions: Emirates Rock, Yosemite Falls, Yosemite Valley, Half Dome and Bridal Veil Falls. After lunch, we will cross part of the Great Plains of California, which is rich in more than half of the fruits, vegetables, and dried fruits in the United States. It also makes California the largest agricultural state in the United States.In the evening we will return to Los Angeles .