13-Day Tour from San Francisco to Yosemite National Park, Las Vegas, Lower Antelope Canyon, Horseshoe Bend, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Salt Lake City and Los Angeles

Day 1: Home → San Francisco

Your delightful journey begins with your arrival in San Francisco, the renowned "Romantic Capital of the World." Our friendly airport transfer specialist will greet you at San Francisco International Airport and transfer you to your hotel (check-in time is 3:00 PM).

*Airport Pick-up Location：

US domestic flights: Level 1 Courtyard 4.

International flights: International Terminal Bus Courtyard G.

* Free pickup provides on the first day of your tour between 10:00 am and 22:00 pm. Every 2 hours, that is 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00, 20:00, and 22:00 o'clock.

(The free pickup service is based on the seat availability, first come first serve. It is possible that you need to wait a little bit long during high season.)

Only one pick-up service within the free pick-up time range is provided for each room. If it is impossible to arrange due to weather and flight delay, etc., please pay for your own transportation costs.

* 24-hour pick-up service available, an additional $120 pick-up fee per trip is required for all other periods (limited to 5 people, including driver service fees).

* Meeting our guide: The guide will be wearing a yellow uniform, holding a small yellow flag or an iPad with the local provider's icon.

Notes：

* Please provide arrival/return flight schedules at the time of booking or at least 3 business days prior to departure. Otherwise, you will be required to proceed to the hotel at your own expense. If the flight delays, we cannot guarantee airport pick-up service for free.

• Wild Palms Hotel - JDV by Hyatt / Crowne Plaza Union City / 同級

Day 2: San Francisco City Tour

The Golden Gate Bridge

Palace of Fine Arts

Lombard Street

Fishermans Wharf

San Francisco Bay Cruise

San Francisco Civic Center Plaza

Twin Peaks

In the morning, we'll travel to San Francisco, a city surrounded on three sides by the sea and composed of over 50 hills. We'll visit the Golden Gate Bridge, an iconic bridge on the West Coast of the United States, often called the "Impossible Bridge." We'll also visit Fisherman's Wharf, a bustling area. We'll also take an optional boat tour of San Francisco Bay. We'll also be captivated by the Palace of Fine Arts, a site of the 1915 World's Fair gifted by the Panamanian government, and Lombard Street.

Itinerary:

Golden Gate Bridge (45 mins) → Palace of Fine Art (30 mins) → Lombard Street (45 mins) → Fisherman's Wharf (2.5 hours, optional for Bay Cruise) → San Francisco In-depth Tour (optional)

San Francisco In-depth Tour detail: Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Assumption (30 mins) → Civic Center Plaza (25 mins) → Twin Peaks (25 mins) → Treasure Island (pass by)

Transportation: Drive from hotel to San Francisco

Distance: 50KM

Time: 1h

Golden Gate Bridge

The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the world's largest single-span suspension bridges and is considered a symbol of San Francisco. Spanning 2.7 kilometers, it spans the entire San Francisco Bay and the Golden Gate Strait in the Pacific Ocean, serving as a vital transportation hub connecting San Francisco with cities to the north. American blockbusters such as "Rise of the Planet of the Apes" and "X-Men" have also been filmed here.

Palace of Fine Art

The San Francisco Palace of Fine Arts was built in 1915 for the Panama Pacific International Exposition. After the conference, the Palace of Fine Arts gradually fell into disuse and eventually became a ruin. It was not until 1962 that the famous German architect Maybeck redesigned and renovated it, giving it a second youthful beauty.

Lombard Street

Lombard Street is known as the "world's most crooked street". Many movies such as "Venom" have filmed racing scenes here. It is one of the most popular landmarks in San Francisco. Every year, millions of tourists walk or drive through its eight sharp turns. It is surrounded by the mansions of Russian Hill, well-manicured landscapes and flowers, and is also one of the most scenic streets in the city. From the top of the mountain, you can overlook the breathtaking view of San Francisco Bay, the Bay Bridge and Coit Tower.

San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf is a household name in San Francisco. Starting from Ghirardelli Square and extending to Pier 35, you can see the busiest Pier 39 with its various shops, restaurants, and street performances, as well as the views of Alcatraz, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Bay Bridge.

San Francisco Bay Cruise

The beautiful Golden Gate Bridge and the spectacular Oakland Bay Bridge are the faces of San Francisco. You can visit these two attractions one by one by taking a cruise. The cruise passes under the beautiful bridge, and you can feel the sea breeze on your face and feel relaxed and happy. You can also get a close look at the spectacular scenery of Alcatraz Island. Such a trip will definitely bring you very good memories.

San Francisco Civic Center Plaza

San Francisco Civic Center Plaza, also known as Joseph L. Alioto Plaza, is situated in the heart of downtown San Francisco. It stretches north to City Hall, south to Fulton Plaza, and east to the California State Supreme Court building. The area showcases a variety of architectural styles, with City Hall—constructed in 1915 in the French Renaissance design—serving as its iconic centerpiece. Additionally, the plaza functions as a cultural and artistic hub, home to premier performance venues such as the Louise M. Davies Symphony Hall.

Twin Peaks

The two hills, about 270 meters above sea level, are also the only natural hills preserved in San Francisco. They are famous for their 360-degree panoramic views. Twin Peaks are the two main commanding heights in San Francisco, and there is an 8-shaped road surrounding the two peaks. The mountaintop observation deck here has a panoramic view of the beauty of San Francisco because there are no dense trees blocking it. Looking down from the peak, the bustling San Francisco city view and the charming bay scenery will make you intoxicated.

Transportation: Drive from San Francisco to hotel

Distance: 150KM

Time: 2h40m

• Breakfast(Breakfast Included)
• Ramada by Wyndham Merced / Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chowchilla - Yosemite Park Area, an IHG Hotel / Ramada by Wyndham Modesto Yosemite Area / similar

Day 3: Yosemite National Park → Los Angeles

Yosemite National Park

Today we'll travel to Yosemite National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1984. Located in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of eastern California, it's one of the most beautiful and most visited national parks in the western United States. We'll then return to Los Angeles.

Itinerary:

Hotel → Yosemite National Park (Mandatory, 180 mins) → Los Angeles

Special note:

In winter, in the event of severe weather such as snow and ice, road icing and road closures, we reserve the right to temporarily change the itinerary of the day to ensure the safety of the journey: instead of going to Yosemite, you will go to Denmark City, passing through Santa Barbara returns to Los Angeles.

Transportation: Drive from hotel to Yosemite National Park

Distance: 85KM

Time: 2h20m

Yosemite National Park

The majestic granite, the magnificent waterfalls and the tranquil valleys make Yosemite look like a fairyland from any angle. The towering trees, the flowing water in the mountains, the huge cliffs carved by glaciers and the sparkling lake make you feel like you are in a paradise. The world's largest granite column - El Capitan; the Yosemite Falls with the highest drop in North America; Yosemite Valley; Half Dome; Bridal Veil Falls... the excitement will continue! You can also walk in the primeval forest and feel the sweet and fresh air.

Transportation: Drive from Yosemite National Park to Los Angeles

Distance: 300KM

Time: 6h

• Breakfast(Breakfast Included)
• Lincoln Hotel Monterey Park/Los Angeles / Hartford Hotel, Bw Signature Collection / Best Western Plus Executive Inn / La Quinta Inn & Suites Pomona / 同級

Day 4:

Los Angeles

• Lincoln Hotel Monterey Park/Los Angeles / Hartford Hotel, Bw Signature Collection / Best Western Plus Executive Inn / La Quinta Inn & Suites Pomona / 同級

Day 5:

Los Angeles

• Lincoln Hotel Monterey Park/Los Angeles / Hartford Hotel, Bw Signature Collection / Best Western Plus Executive Inn / La Quinta Inn & Suites Pomona / 同級

Day 6: Los Angeles → Las Vegas → St. George

Depart from Los Angeles this morning and begin our pleasant journey to Antelope Canyon! We will pass through the Mojave Desert and enjoy the barren landscape decorated by Joshua trees! We will arrive in Las Vegas around noon. After Las Vegas, we will continue our journey to St. George Utah, and stay there overnight.

Itinerary:

Los Angeles → Las Vegas → St. George

Transportation: Travel from Los Angeles to St. George

Distance: 400KM

Time: 6h

• Red Lion Hotel and Conference Center St. George / similar

Day 7: Lower Antelope Canyon → Horseshoe Bend → Salt Lake City

Lower Antelope Canyon

Horseshoe Bend

Today we will drive to Lower Antelope Canyon and pass by Glen Canyon, which holds back Lake Powell. Lake Powell is the nation's second-largest artificial lake surrounded by 96 side canyons. The view is absolutely stunning! Next, we will take a look at Lower Antelope Canyon (Own Expense) which is one of the Top Ten Sites in the World for photography. Finally, we will visit Horseshoe Bend and drive to Salt Lake City to stay overnight.

Itinerary:

St. George → Glen Canyon (pass by) → Lower Antelope Canyon (optional, 90 mins) → Horseshoe Bend (Mandatory fee, 60 mins) → Salt Lake City

Transportation: Drive from St. George to Lower Antelope Canyon

Distance: 200KM

Time: 3h

Lower Antelope Canyon

The Lower Antelope Canyon is located in the north of Arizona, USA. It is formed by soft sandstone after millions of years of various erosion forces. Flash floods often flow into the canyon during the monsoon season. Due to the sudden increase in rainfall, the flow rate of the flash flood is quite fast. In addition, the narrow channel narrows the river channel, so the vertical erosion force is relatively large, forming the corridor at the bottom of the Lower Antelope Canyon and the hard and smooth edges on the valley wall that look like flowing water. There is no artificial lighting in the Lower Antelope Canyon. All visible light comes from the cracks at the top of the canyon. These lights are repeatedly refracted by the rock texture and enter the valley bottom, producing a dreamy and irregular color change. These colors are from deep to light, colorful and beautiful.

Horseshoe Bend

Horseshoe Bend – One of the top ten best photography spots in the United States selected by National Geographic Magazine! The dense aquatic plants on the Colorado River bed make the river water appear fluorescent green in the sun. The river turns 360 degrees in the reddish-brown canyon here, cutting out a horseshoe-shaped canyon, hence the name Horseshoe Bend. Standing on the edge of the cliff, you will be intoxicated by the breathtaking beauty of the blue water, blue sky and red rocks.

Transportation: Travel by car from Horseshoe Bend to Salt Lake City

Distance: 400KM

Time: 6h

• Breakfast(Breakfast Included)
• La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Salt Lake City Airport / similar

Day 8: Salt Lake City → Jackson → Yellowstone National Park

Antler Park

Grand Teton National Park

Yellowstone National Park

Depart from Salt Lake City in the morning and arrive at the authentic western cowboy town of Jackson, which is also a world-famous resort. Don’t miss Antler Park in the city center. Then we entered Grand Teton National Park, where eternal glaciers cover the majestic Grand Teton Mountains, surrounded by blue skies and forests, like a fairyland. Drive to Yellowstone National Park, the world's first national park. The endless grassland hills along the way; the cattle and sheep all over the mountains and plains; the towering snow-capped mountains; the endless rivers; and the hard-working cowboys are all refreshing. Wonderful things will come one after another!

Itinerary:

Salt Lake City → Jackson → Jackson Town Square with Elk Antler Arches (60 mins) → Grand Teton National Park (Mandatory, 60 mins) → Yellowstone National Park (Mandatory, 40 mins, stop at West Thumb Geyser Basin) → West Yellowstone

Note:

1. The South Gate of Yellowstone National Park is expected to open on 05/10/2026. Therefore, West Thumb Geyser will not be accessible from 05/02/2026 to 05/09/2026. Please understand.

Transportation: Travel from Salt Lake City to Jackson

Distance: 400KM

Time: 4h40m

Jackson Town Square with Elk Antler Arches

The park is not big, but there are giant arches made of deer antlers in the four directions of east, west, south and north. The antlers are all sharp, but they are not obtained by hunting. Every winter, a large number of elk come from the mountains to the "National Elk Refuge" in Jackson to spend the winter. In the spring, the antlers fall off naturally and are replaced. After the elk leave, countless treasures are left everywhere.

Grand Teton National Park

Grand Teton National Park was established on February 26, 1929. There are 300 kilometers of trails in Grand Teton National Park. There are many lakes in the park, including Jackson Lake and Jenny Lake. Most of the area of Grand Teton National Park is located in the Rocky Mountains, and the natural scenery is very magnificent. In addition, Grand Teton National Park also has extremely rich biological resources, including American bison, grizzly bears, black bears, moose, etc.

Transportation: Drive from Grand Teton National Park to Yellowstone National Park

Distance: 150KM

Time: 2h50m

Yellowstone National Park

Located in the Rocky Mountains, known as the "backbone of America", it is located on the lava plateau between the Northern Rockies and the Central Rockies in the western United States. The geothermal wonders are its hallmark, a primitive landscape of the earth forged by water and fire. The natural landscape in the park is divided into five major areas, namely the Mammoth Area, the Roosevelt Area, the Canyon Area, the Geyser Area and the Lake Area, each with its own characteristics. It exceeds the limits of human art and is the most wonderful and spectacular scenery on the surface of the earth.

Hotel Check-in Date

Reference Hotel This Night

Friday

White Buffalo West Yellowstone or similar hotel.

Monday, Tuesday, Sunday

Terra Nova or similar hotel with lake views in West Yellowstone.

• Breakfast(Breakfast Included)
• White Buffalo West Yellowstone / Terra Nova / similar

Day 9: Yellowstone National Park (Full Day)

Yellowstone National Park

Norris Geyser Basin

Upper Yellowstone Falls

Artist Point

Mud Volcano

Enjoy a full-day adventure in Yellowstone today! Explore the beauty of Yellowstone and take a look at Yellowstone Lake, Fishing Bridge, mud volcano, Upper Falls, Artist Point, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone River, and the Norris Geyser Basin! Take a look and spot elk herds, buffaloes, or a bald eagle! Relax and spend the night at Grant Village by Yellowstone Lake (Free upgrade available on a first come first serve basis) or West Yellowstone.

Itinerary:

West Yellowstone → Yellowstone National Park (7 hours, Stops will be at the Norris Geyser Basin, Upper Falls, Artist's Point, Hayden Valley, Mud Volcano, Fishing Bridge and other attractions. The arrangement of attractions will be adjusted according to the actual situation of the day.)

Note:

1. The East Gate of Yellowstone National Park is expected to open on 05/02/2026. Before that, the following attractions: Upper Falls, Artist's Point, Hayden Canyon, Mud Volcano, Fishing Bridge will not be accessible. Please understand.

Yellowstone National Park

Located in the Rocky Mountains, known as the "backbone of America", it is located on the lava plateau between the Northern Rockies and the Central Rockies in the western United States. The geothermal wonders are its hallmark, a primitive landscape of the earth forged by water and fire. The natural landscape in the park is divided into five major areas, namely the Mammoth Area, the Roosevelt Area, the Canyon Area, the Geyser Area and the Lake Area, each with its own characteristics. It exceeds the limits of human art and is the most wonderful and spectacular scenery on the surface of the earth.

Yellowstone Norris Geyser Basin

Norris Geyser Basin, named after an early Yellowstone Superintendent, may be the hottest geyser basin in Yellowstone. The stark, barren landscape of Porcelain Basin is the result of the acidic environment. Due to the hostile condition plants, algae and bacteria have difficulty in establishing themselves. Instead, the basin derives its colors from mineral oxides, in spectrums of pink, red, orange (iron oxides) and yellow (sulfur and iron sulfates). The largest geyser in the world is located here. Steamboat Geyser has long periods of dormancy, but when it does erupt it sends jets of water nearly 380 feet high in a spectacular display.

Upper Yellowstone Falls

The Upper Falls is located 400 meters upstream of the larger Yellowstone Falls. The waterfall falls vertically along the volcanic cliff with a drop of 33 meters. The originally uneven volcanic rocks below the waterfall have been eroded by the waterfall for hundreds of years and have become very smooth.

Artist Point

The scenery here is particularly spectacular. The canyon is more than 300 feet deep. The canyon walls are mainly yellow, mixed with black, red and pink, and clusters of green pine trees. These colors are mixed but not chaotic, looking like a peacock's tail, and also like the pointillism of a romantic painter who applied several layers of color in the same place.

Mud Volcano Area

Located in the eastern part of Yellowstone National Park, not far from the northern part of Yellowstone Lake. Most of the fountains here do not spray water, but mud, and every time they erupt, the ground shakes. Next to the mud volcano, there are colorful grasses that look extremely tender and gorgeous.

Hotel Check-in Date

Reference Hotel This Night

Tuesday, Wednesday

White Buffalo West Yellowstone or similar hotels.

Monday, Saturday

04/25/2026-05/15/2026&10/06/2026-10/12/2026 will be arranged to stay at White Buffalo West Yellowstone or similar hotels.

During the period 05/16/2026-10/05/2026, those who book their hotel stay 31 days in advance on Mondays and Saturdays will have the opportunity to upgrade to a scenic cabin in Yellowstone Park for free for one night. The number is limited, first come first served, while supplies last. If the cabin hotel is sold out, accommodation will be arranged at the West Yellowstone Hotel.

• Grant Village Yellowstone（Free upgrade, first come first served）or West Yellowstone Hotel

Day 10: Yellowstone National Park → Yellowstone Bear World → Great Salt Lake → Salt Lake City

Yellowstone National Park

Palette Spring

Grand Prismatic Spring

Old Faithful Geyser

Yellowstone Bear World

Great Salt Lake

Today we will continue to experience the beauty of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. The mysterious and quiet forests, the romantic and charming Yellowstone Lake, and the misty rivers all make people marvel at the magic of nature. The colorful Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, the colorful palette, the world-famous Old Faithful, the romantic and charming Yellowstone Lake, the majestic and beautiful Yellowstone Grand Canyon, the galloping Upper Falls, the colorful misty Norris, watch wild animals up close... Arrive at the Great Salt Lake in the afternoon. The Great Salt Lake is the largest remnant of prehistoric Lake Bonneville. It is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere. Because it is an inland lake, the evaporation of the lake water leads to the continuous increase of mineral substances and high salinity, which is used by birds, Artemia and other A paradise for animals.

Itinerary:

West Yellowstone → Yellowstone National Park (3 hours, go to the Color Palette, Grand Prismatic Hot Spring, Old Faithful Geyser, Fountain Trail, Morning Glory and other attractions. The tour guide will be adjusted according to the actual situation of the day, please refer to the actual arrangement) → Yellowstone Bear World (at your own expense, 60 minutes) → Great Salt Lake (Mandatory, 20 mins) → Salt Lake City

Yellowstone National Park

Located in the Rocky Mountains, known as the "backbone of America", it is located on the lava plateau between the Northern Rockies and the Central Rockies in the western United States. The geothermal wonders are its hallmark, a primitive landscape of the earth forged by water and fire. The natural landscape in the park is divided into five major areas, namely the Mammoth Area, the Roosevelt Area, the Canyon Area, the Geyser Area and the Lake Area, each with its own characteristics. It exceeds the limits of human art and is the most wonderful and spectacular scenery on the surface of the earth.

Yellowstone Park Palette Fountain Paint Pot

The Palette is a mud fountain. The mud and rocks contain minerals, which are melted by the acidic hot spring to form mud. Because the muddy water is very viscous, you can clearly see the slow formation and disappearance of bubbles. The mud around the fountain looks like dried oil paint, making the fountain itself look like a pot of water washed with oil paint, just like a painter's canvas, overflowing with colorful seasonings.

The Grand Prismatic Hot Spring

Also known as the Seven Color Pool, it is the largest hot spring in the United States and the third largest in the world. It is 75-91 meters wide and 49 meters deep, and it gushes out about 2,000 liters of 71-degree hot water every minute. The amazing thing about the Grand Prismatic Spring is that the color of the lake changes with the seasons. In spring, the lake changes from emerald green to golden orange-red, which is due to the algae and pigment-containing bacteria and other microorganisms living in the mineral-rich water. In midsummer, the chlorophyll content is relatively low, so the lake water appears brilliant orange, red or yellow. But in the cold winter, due to the lack of light, these microorganisms will produce more chlorophyll to suppress the color of carotenoids%2

• SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Airport / similar

Day 11:

Utah State Capitol

Temple Square

Day 12:

Grand Canyon West Rim

Grand Canyon Skywalk

Day 13:

Coca-Cola Store Las Vegas

Fly Over Las Vegas

Colorful Stonehenge

Barstow Outlets