12-Day Choose 2 from California theme items+Grand Canyon optional, Yellowstone Park, Mt. Rushmore (2 hrs), Grand Teton, Antelope Canyon, Grand Canyon West/South Rim, Great Salt Lake, Chocolate Factory+Botanical Cactus Garden+Outlet shopping Tour

$742
Per Person

  • Code: LA12-9500
  • Guided Tour
  • Los Angeles

What To Expect

Overview

  • Exclusive 120 minutes stay at Mt. Rushmore, make sure to walk the president's bridge, Yellowstone 10 scenic spots in 2 days
  • Most classic, in accordance with the essence of the traditional president's giant stone regiment, full coverage of the 8 states of the West Coast
  • Reach the world's entertainment capital - Las Vegas, attend Las Vegas Night Tour at own expense or enjoy the amazing performances, at last to the Stratosphere, have a panoramic view of the gambling city, experience the charm of the city sleepless night
  • Choose 2 from California theme items, Disneyland/Universal Studios/Palm Spring shopping/San Diego sea view train for you to choose
  • The best, Yellowstone panoramic view, tour 10 scenic spots in 2 days, with the core area of Grand Teton
  • Most wonderful, top ten best photography sites in the world Antelope Canyon, Bryce Canyon

Itinerary

01

Day 1: Arrive at Los Angeles

Please see detailed pickup and starting point information

Complimentary airport pickup time range is between 8:30am to 22:30pm(U.S flights), 8:30am to 21:30pm(International flights).

LAX pick up tour guide phone number: 626-826-3886

For arrivals not in the standard pickup time range, please take the hotel courtesy shuttle to airport hotel directly.

LAX airport Hotel Info:

Best Western Plus South Bay Hotel(Tel: 310-973-0998)

Ramada Plaza LAX (Tel:310-536-9800)

Meet our tour guides at baggage claim area for US/CANADA domestic flights.

Meet our tour guides in front of currency exchange at Terminal B for International flights.

Early arrival customers before 17:00pm(PDT)/15:30(PST) are able to join Santa Monica Sightseeing Tours for $25 at your own costs.

Airport tour guide service charge is $5 per guest.

  • Best Western Plus LAX/ Ramada Inn LAX 或同级
02

Day 2: South California theme items

On the designated pick-up area

Choose 1 from 9 options:

1. Palm Spring Outlet Shopping, Duration: 6 hours

2. Joshua Tree National Park+Sunnyland/Palm Springs town (including Joshua Tree admission, Sunnyland is closed on every Monday to Wednesday, will be replaced by the Palm Springs town), Duration: Joshua Tree National Park (3 hours) Sunnyland (30 minutes)

3. Newport Beach+Crystal Cathedral+South Coast Plaza (including Gondola cruise), Duration: Gondola Cruise (1 hour), Crystal Cathedral (30 minutes), South Coast Plaza shopping (2 hours)

4. Los Angeles City Tour (including tickets for Celebrity Mansion Tour + California Science Center), Duration: Beverly Hills Celebrity Mansion Tour (90 minutes), California Science Center (60 minutes), Hollywood Blvd Walk of Fame (30 minutes), Staple Center (15 minutes), Walt Disney Concert Hall (15 minutes)

5. San Diego City Tour (including Harbor Cruise Boat Tour + USS Midway ticket), Duration: San Diego Harbor Cruise Boat Tour (60 minutes), USS Midway (90 minutes), Balboa Park (45 minutes), Old Town San Diego (1 hour)

6. San Diego Ocean View Train (Ocean View Train Deluxe cabin ticket), Duration: Unconditional Surrender Statue (30 minutes), Ocean View Train (3 hours), USS Midway (optional, 90 minutes), San Diego Harbor Cruise Boat Tour (optional, 60 minutes)

7. San Diego Sea World (including Sea World admission), Duration: Sea World (5 hours), San Diego Harbor Cruise Boat Tour (optional, 60 minutes)

8. Hollywood Universal Studio tour (including Universal Studio admission), Duration: Hollywood Blvd Walk of Fame (20 Minutes), Universal Studio tour (7 Hours inside the Park)

9. Disneyland Theme park or Adventure Park (including park ticket), Duration: Disneyland theme park (7 hours)

  • Quality Inn or similar
  • Things to Know
    • * please pay the nanga theme project fee at the time of placing the order, which cannot be changed after confirmation. If you do not choose or do not pay, we will default to your choice of free activities, the day will not arrange any shuttle service
    • * Tour guides are not accompanied into the park of Disney theme parks, adventure parks, universal studios
03

Day 3: South California theme items

On the designated pick-up area

Choose 1 from 9 options:

1. Palm Spring Outlet Shopping, Duration: 6 hours

2. Joshua Tree National Park+Sunnyland/Palm Springs town (including Joshua Tree admission, Sunnyland is closed on every Monday to Wednesday, will be replaced by the Palm Springs town), Duration: Joshua Tree National Park (3 hours) Sunnyland (30 minutes)

3. Newport Beach+Crystal Cathedral+South Coast Plaza (including Gondola cruise), Duration: Gondola Cruise (1 hour), Crystal Cathedral (30 minutes), South Coast Plaza shopping (2 hours)

4. Los Angeles City Tour (including tickets for Celebrity Mansion Tour + California Science Center), Duration: Beverly Hills Celebrity Mansion Tour (90 minutes), California Science Center (60 minutes), Hollywood Blvd Walk of Fame (30 minutes), Staple Center (15 minutes), Walt Disney Concert Hall (15 minutes)

5. San Diego City Tour (including Harbor Cruise Boat Tour + USS Midway ticket), Duration: San Diego Harbor Cruise Boat Tour (60 minutes), USS Midway (90 minutes), Balboa Park (45 minutes), Old Town San Diego (1 hour)

6. San Diego Ocean View Train (Ocean View Train Deluxe cabin ticket), Duration: Unconditional Surrender Statue (30 minutes), Ocean View Train (3 hours), USS Midway (optional, 90 minutes), San Diego Harbor Cruise Boat Tour (optional, 60 minutes)

7. San Diego Sea World (including Sea World admission), Duration: Sea World (5 hours), San Diego Harbor Cruise Boat Tour (optional, 60 minutes)

8. Hollywood Universal Studio tour (including Universal Studio admission), Duration: Hollywood Blvd Walk of Fame (20 Minutes), Universal Studio tour (7 Hours inside the Park)

9. Disneyland Theme park or Adventure Park (including park ticket), Duration: Disneyland theme park (7 hours)

  • Quality Inn or similar
  • Things to Know
    • * please pay the nanga theme project fee at the time of placing the order, which cannot be changed after confirmation. If you do not choose or do not pay, we will default to your choice of free activities, the day will not arrange any shuttle service
    • * Tour guides are not accompanied into the park of Disney theme parks, adventure parks, universal studios
04

Day 4: Los Angeles →→Las Vegas →St. George (388 Miles/5.5 hours)

On the designated pick-up area

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.(Guests of the Las Vegas delegation are not available to the itinerary above)

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.

  • Red Roof Inn or Similar
05

Day 5: Jackson, WY - Grand Teton National Park - Yellowstone National Park

On the designated pick-up area

In the morning, we will head to the small town of Jackson, Wyoming, a famous frontier town during the Western development. Afterwards we will head into Grand Teton National Park passing by Jackson Lake and stop at an outlook to view the Grand Teton Peak. From there, we will take you into the first national park in the world, Yellowstone National Park. We will see 10 of Yellowstone's major scenery sites over the spans of 2 days, including Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring and Fountain Paint Pot. Spend the night in West Yellowstone.

 

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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.

  • Traveler Lodge or similar
06

Day 6: Yellowstone →Buffalo Bill Dam →Gillette (337 Miles/7.5 hours)

On the designated pick-up area

In the morning we will continue our tour inside Yellowstone National Park, visiting Norris Basin, Yellowstone Canyon, Yellowstone Fall, Mud Volcano, Fishing Bridge, Hayden valley. After we all finished those amazing attractions, will exit the park from the east entrance to Buffalo Bill Dam to enjoy the scenic view along the way. We will arrive and spend the night at Gillette, Wyoming. 

Norris Basin: this is the most concentrated location of geothermal activities in Yellowstone National Park. While walking on the trail in this steamy fairyland, you'll be treated to a great view of all the hot springs along the way.

Yellowstone Canyon (Artist Point): see the canyon in all its colorful glory. The rock walls of the cliff was painted yellow by long years exposure to the sulfur content from the surrounding thermal, thus named Yellowstone. We will view the Canyon from the Artist Point viewing area, one of the best view for this location.

Yellowstone Waterfall: you might see the waterfall from afar along the way, but we'll take you one step closer and give you a view right next to the waterfall to experience in person its power.

Mud Volcano: one of the highest concentrations of onus pots in the national park. See the Mud Cauldron, Dragon mouth spring and Mud Volcano along with a chance of seeing some wild lives in the area.

Fishing Bridge:  The original bridge was built in 1902.  The Fishing Bridge was historically a tremendously popular place to fish. Angling from the bridge was quite good, due to the fact that it was a major spawning area for cutthroat trout. It finally became to the best place to observe the Yellowstone Trout. Usually the trout will spawn in this area and jumping out the water  during the summer time.

Hayden Valley: While once there was a lake here, Hayden Valley is now a wildlife paradise and the location of the largest rut of free roaming bison in the world. 

Buffalo Bill Dam: named after the famous Western showman, this dam was created by blocking the Shoshone River and flooding the valley. It provides a beautiful yet peaceful view of the surrounding mountains and rock formations.

  • Best Western Tower West Lodge
07

Day 7: Devil’s Tower →Mt. Rushmore →Crazy Horse →Casper (430 Miles/7.5 hours)

On the designated pick-up area

Arrive at Devils Tower in the morning and see this famous Wyoming landmark. Afterwards we'll head into South Dakota to visit the Mount Rushmore Memorial, where you can take a walk along the Presidential Trail getting right underneath the sculptures of the presidents. After lunch, we will arrive at the Crazy Horse Memorial, a symbol of the Native American spirit and their rebellion against oppression. Enjoy the view of the endless grassy fields of Wyoming as we traffic to Casper to spend the night.

Devils Tower: the first national monument in the country that was designated in 1906. This uniquely shaped rock formation was made world famous when director Steven Spielberg shot the climatic scenes of the movie Close Encounter of the Third Kind right here.

Mount Rushmore: see the likeness of President Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Roosevelt carved in exquisite detail. These presidents represent the development of United States during its first 130 years. 

Crazy Horse: a prefect representation of the spirit and struggle of Native Americans, along with their history and culture. It is also going to be the largest sculpture in the world.

  • Parkway Plaza Casper or similar
08

Day 8: Independence Rock →Park City Olympic Village →Salt Lake City →Great Salt Lake (450 Miles/8 hours)

On the designated pick-up area

Continue our travel through the Wyoming fields in the morning, we arrive first at Independence Rock, a historical landmark in the development of the Western frontier. We will get to Utah around noon time and take you to see the Olympic Village for the 2002 Winter Olympic Games in Park City. In the afternoon we will see the State Capitol building, Temple Square of Mormon Church and the Great Salt Lake when we get to Salt Lake City. SLC Airport drop-off or continue tour to Las Vegas. 

Independence Rock: a representation of the Western spirit and one of the most famous landmarks along the important Old Oregon Trail. This lonely rock on the Wyoming fields had bare witness to the harsh journey westward of the early pioneers. 

Park City Olympic Village: the location for the main events during the 2002 Winter Olympic Games, this scenic village provides an interesting look into the culture and life style of Utah.

Utah State Capitol: the governor’s office is located in inside of this building. 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 the icon 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.

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.

  • Ramada Inn North Temple or similar
09

Day 9: Salt Lake City→Las Vegas

In the morning we will go to the Las Vegas

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 watch the giant music fountain in front of the Bellagio and admire the world's largest glassworks. Walking through the famous LINQ Commercial Street, tasting a variety of local snacks along the way, and finally arrived in the world's highest High Roller.Entire night tour lasts four hours.

  • The Strat Hotel or Similar
10

Day 10: Free time for a day trip to the South Canyon or West Canyon at your own expense

On the designated pick-up area

You may choose to visit Grand Canyon National Park or Grand Canyon West Rim at your own costs.

Option 1: Grand Canyon National Park

South Rim of Grand Canyon  - It is one of seven natural wonders in the world. If you choose to go to South Rim, you will see the grand view of Grand Canyon at Mather View Point. The South Rim of the Grand Canyon is the most visited location at Grand Canyon National Park. The Scenic views and vista's are what you are expecting and have been waiting a lifetime to see.

Option 2: Grand Canyon West Rim

West Rim of Grand Canyon  - 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.

  • The Strat Hotel or similar

Options

LAX Airport Pickup Self-service

Not attending
    Santa Monica Beach Self-Guided Tour
    • Adult

      $25
    • Child

      $25

    South California theme items (select 2 from 10 events)

    Choose any two, avoid selecting San Diego City related tour on the last day, the long distance travel may affect the drop off time, please understand
    Hollywood and Beverly Hill
    Including tickets for Celebrity Mansion Tour, and transportation.
    • Adult

      $70
    • Child

      $70
    Los Angeles City Tour
    including tickets for California Science Center, Skyspace, Angels Flight Railway admission and transportation.
    • Adult

      $70
    • Child

      $70
    Newport Beach + Crystal Cathedral + South Coast Plaza
    Fee including transportation
    • Adult

      $45
    • Child

      $45
    Los AngeSan Diego City Tourles City Tour
    including Harbor Cruise Boat Tour, Midway Carrier Admission, and transportation.
    • Adult

      $85
    • Child

      $85
    San Diego City Tour
    Including Ocean View Train Ticket and transportation.
    • Adult

      $85
    • Child

      $85
    San Diego Sea World
    including Sea World Admission and transportation.
    • Adult

      $105
    • Child

      $105
    Hollywood Universal Studio
    Fee including Hollywood Universal Studio admission
    • Adult

      $135
    • Child

      $135
    Disneyland Theme Park
    Fee including Park admission
    • Adult

      $155
    • Child

      $155
    Disney's California Adventure Park
    including California Adventure Park admission and transportation.
    • Adult

      $155
    • Child

      $155
    Desert Hills Premium Outlets
    Fee including transportation.
    • Adult

      $45
    • Child

      $45

    Grand Canyon trip

    Choose 1,paid by cash during the trip
    Grand Canyon West Rim
    Mandatory fee: $115 includes transportation and fuel surcharge.
      Grand Canyon South Rim
      Mandatory fee: $115 includes transportation and fuel surcharge.

        Itinerary Options

        West Rim Grand Canyon
        • Adult

          $140
        • Child

          $140
        South Rim Grand Canyon
        • Adult

          $140
        • Child

          $140

        Departure City Options

        Los Angeles
          Las Vegas

            Pick Up/Drop Off Information

            Pick Up

            LocationTimeAddress
            LAX airport08:30-21:30(International flights); 08:30-22:30(domestic flights)World Way, Los Angeles, CA 90045

            Drop Off

            LocationTime
            Los Angeles International Airport
            Drop-off service only provided at the end of the day of trip
            Providing the last day drop off service only, please book flight after 20:30 for domestic flight and after 21:30 for international flight

            Things to Know

            Included/Exclude

            • Professional vehicles transportation (The type of vehicle used will be based on the number of guests attending that day)
            • Professional driver and guide (or driver-guide)
            • Hotel (Nights are one day less than the total number of tour days)
            • 11 night Hotel Accommodation

            • Meals
            • Service fee ($12 per person per day)
            • Any private costs (such as hotel telephone charges, laundry etc.) and personal travel and medical insurance
            • Mandatory fees, Optional Tour Items (Prices are subject to change without prior notice; Tickets should be purchased from the tour guide)
            • Santa Monica Beach Self-Guided Tour: $25.00/per
            • Mandatory Fee $195 per person, for Yellowstone N.P, Grand Teton N.P, Mt Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Devils Tower, Horseshoe Bend, Park City-Utah Olympic Park, Great Salt Lake and and Fuel Surcharge.
            • Grand Canyon West Rim-Skywalk: $25/per
            • Grand Canyon West Rim Helicopter & Boat Tour: $255/per

            Booking and Confirmation Process

            • You will receive your booking information instantly via email. In the event that you do not receive an email from us, please check your spam folder or notify us via email.

            Terms & Conditions

            What is the cancellation policy?

            Cancellation Period
            Policy
            7 days prior to tour departure date
            Non-refundable
            8 - 14 days prior to tour departure date
            Refund 50% payment
            15 - 29 days prior to tour departure date
            Refund 75% payment
            30 or more days prior to tour departure date
            Refund 90% payment

            What if you miss the appointed time or departure date?

            Once the booking is confirmed, an absence or failure to show up on the scheduled date or time is a no-show. No refunds or reschedules will be issued for no-shows and late arrivals

            Other important information

            • 1.If you have children under 3 years old, please let us know when you book the order. If he doesn’t need to occupy a seat, he is free to join the tour.
            • Optional items marked 【Must Pay】 have to be paid to tour guides by cash. If you refuse to pay those items, tour company has the right to terminate your tour without any refund.
            • The ticket price listed here is only for reference and subject to change without prior notice.
            • Under certain circumstances, such as weather and accident, tour guide has the right to reschedule the tour. Thus we don’t recommend you planing to leave the tour before it ends in case any loss caused by reschedule.
            • There are only two full-size beds in one room. If you need additional beds, please ask the front desk by yourself.
            • All rooms are non-smoking.
            • Each passengers can only bring 2 luggages, one standard check-in luggage and one carry-on luggage. Every extra luggage is charged $25.
            • Hotels can only be checked in after 15:00pm. If you want to check in by yourself, please arrange your time well.
            • Some hotels of LA and Yellowstone National Park require passengers to provide credit card for pre authorization deposit when check in.
            • Under certain force majeure, such as weather, 1. Grand Canyon South/West Rim will be replaced by the Lake Mead and Premium Outlet; 2. Antelope Canyon will be replaced by the Grand Dam and Lake Powell; 3. Yosemite National Park will be replaced by the Paso Robles Chateau and Santa Barara. Relevant expenses should be paid to the tour guide.
            • All optional items have to be purchased through the tour guide. You are not allowed to purchase those items from any other channels.
            • For bus tours more than 3 days, you can reserve seats for first five rows, $10/person/day. If you need, please let us know when book the order and make extra payment.
            • During holidays and Las Vegas’ convention and exhibition, hotel expenses will be raised. We will contact you to make extra payment.
            • In some Yellowstone National Park tours, roommate pairing service is only applicable for male passengers.
            • For hotel upgrated package, roommate pairing service is not applicable.
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