GOLD RUSH
12 days , from SAN FRANCISCO to LAS VEGAS
| Trek Code: | GR |
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| Destination: | USA West |
| Departure Months: | May - Sep |
TREK IT OUT!!
- Priceless landscapes & scenery
- Navajo guided tour of Monument Valley Tribal Park
- Limousine in Las Vegas
TOUR OVERVIEW
Journey from the Golden State, over the Sierra Nevada Mountains and through the Great Basin to experience the wonders of the Desert Southwest. Highlights include Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks, Lake Powell, Monument Valley and the Grand Canyon National Park. From the remote solitude of the Nevada desert to the crazy nights of Las Vegas, the memories you will share are more precious than gold!
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Services of a TrekAmerica tour leader
- All transportation by private adventure vehicle
- 11 nights camping fees & equipment (except sleeping bag)
- Navajo guided Jeep tour of Monument Valley
- Limos in Las Vegas
- Admission to all National Parks and Monuments as per the Flexible Night Stops
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES (paid locally)
- Whitewater rafting US$30-$150
- Excellent National Park hikes US$FREE
- Grand Canyon Scenic Flights US$100-275
- Western Horseback Ride US$45-$95
- Las Vegas clubs and casinos US$FREE-US$100
- Cycling in Yosemite Valley US$20
- Las Vegas Helicopter Flight: US$80-120
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FLEXIBLE ITINERARY
Our routes have been carefully chosen to include the best night stops and highlights. However, as local conditions and passenger requests vary, no two trips will ever be the same. With the help of your Trek Leader and fellow trekkers you may modify certain nightstops and highlights to give a truly unique experience!
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Days: 1-3
San Francisco, Yosemite National Park & Sierra Neva
Leaving San Francisco, we travel east through "Gold Country" into the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the forested granite peaks of Yosemite National Park. Visit the famous giant Sequoia trees, hike the intimidating Half Dome or just experience the natural tranquillity from deep on the valley floor. Yosemite offers pristine wilderness, spectacular scenery and fantastic hiking opportunities.
Accommodation: Camping included
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Days: 4-7
Great Basin, Zion & Bryce National Parks
Continue east over the Tioga Pass (conditions permitting) or travel south for a stop in the colourful towns of Bishop, Bakersfield or Barstow. After an unforgettable night stop in the remote and desolate Great Basin Desert, we will have two days to experience the wonders of Zion Canyon and the mysterious hoodoos of Bryce Canyon National Park.
Accommodation: Camping included
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Days: 8-9
Lake Powell & Monument Valley
Then it's on to Lake Powell, formerly the great Glenn Canyon, offering an unsurpassed desert experience. Ride a waverunner across the clear blue waters or just relax on the shore and take in the beauty of this man-made oasis. Take a breath as we head to the Navajo Tribal Lands of Monument Valley. The only things to pre-date the origins of Native American culture are the towering buttes and mesas which dominate the awe-inspiring landscape. We will have an opportunity to explore some of the areas hidden treasures, learning of the local history and culture on an included Navajo guided jeep tour.
Accommodation: Camping included
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Days: 10-11
Grand Canyon National Park
Next stop is Grand Canyon National Park, with a full day to experience the grandeur of Earth's natural wonder. Whether you are up with the sun to start your long hike down Bright Angel Trail to Plateau Point, or choose the "bird's eye" view on a scenic flight, you are sure to be left with feelings of awe and amazement.
Accommodation: Camping included
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Days: 12
Route 66 & Las Vegas
Finally, we make our way along Historic Route 66 to the glamour and glitz of America's playground, that's Vegas baby! Cruise "The Strip" in a luxurious super-stretch limo before testing your nerve on a roller-coaster or trying your luck at the tables. Soon it is time to say goodbye and head for home with your "pot of gold" and memories to last a lifetime.
Tour ends at 18:00 hrs in Las Vegas on day 12.
TOUR: GR GOLD RUSH departing from SAN FRANCISCO
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