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West Coast
Western Explorer
THE BEST OF THE WEST
15 days
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£1199
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Heathrow, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow
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Highlights include Los Angeles Universal Studios Hollywood San Diego Scottsdale Grand Canyon Las Vegas Yosemite National Park San Francisco and much more!
Whats Included
Scheduled flights to Los Angeles, returning from San Francisco Transfers between airport and hotel All other transportation as detailed Thirteen nights room only accommodation Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager All hotel baggage handling for one piece of luggage per person All State and local taxes All UK and overseas airport taxes and security charges Excursions as follows: - Universal Studios, Hollywood - Half day sightseeing tour of San Diego - Visit to Montezumas Castle - Visit to the Grand Canyon - Visit to Yosemite National Park - Sightseeing tour of Las Vegas - Half day sightseeing tour of San Francisco Your Hotels
You will stay in hotels such as the Airtel Hotel in Los Angeles, the Holiday Inn Seaworld in San Diego, the Hospitality Suites Resort in Scottsdale, the Radisson Hotel in Flagstaff, the Stratosphere Hotel in Las Vegas, the Swan Court Hotel in Selma and the Radisson Hotel Fishermans Wharf in San Francisco. All rooms feature private facilities, air conditioning where appropriate, TV and telephone. There is a restaurant and bar in most locations, and often extra facilities, such as swimming pool and shop. The Stratosphere Hotel in Las Vegas features its own cabaret, casino, restaurants, bars, shops and its Top of the World restaurant 800ft above the Strip.
GRAND CANYON
This is our classic, fully escorted and comprehensive tour through Arizona, Nevada and California, enjoyed and recommended by thousands of Travelsphere clients each year since we pioneered the itinerary back in 1978. Still the perfect fortnights holiday, it brings all your dreams of America to life.
YOUR ITINERARY DAY 1 - Depart on your scheduled flight to Los Angeles. On arrival transfer to your hotel, well situated for visiting the attractions of Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Universal Studios, for a two night stay. DAY 2 - Free in Los Angeles. LA is one of Americas most exciting cities; an outrageous amalgam of almost a hundred townships sprawling over 4,000 square miles, and is, of course, the home of the Hollywood Movie Industry. There is plenty to see and do. You can take a morning tour through luxurious Beverly Hills to the main Los Angeles downtown area and visit the famous Farmers Market. Afternoon is at leisure or join an optional visit to Santa Monica. DAY 3 - This morning we include a visit to Universal Studios, where movies are brought to life. You can visit film sets and enjoy thrilling rides and attractions in this exciting theme park in LA, the entertainment capital of America. This afternoon you will journey to the seaport of San Diego, where two nights accommodation has been arranged. DAY 4 - A morning sightseeing tour of San Diego is included. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the splendours of San Diego a delightful seaport with a marked Spanish influence. You could take a boat trip around the fine natural harbour (home of the US 5th Fleet) or visit the zoo, which is one of the finest in the world. Other attractions include Balboa Park, Old San Diego and the renowned Sea World home of Shamu, the performing killer whale. Alternatively, the Pacific Ocean with its beautiful sandy beaches is close by. DAY 5 - A drive through the spectacular desert countryside, crossing the border at Yuma into the state of Arizona. Continue to the Valley of the Sun and Scottsdale, a fashionable resort on the outskirts of Phoenix. Accommodation for two nights has been arranged. DAY 6 - Free to relax and soak up the sunshine in the opulent surroundings of your hotel, set against the backdrop of the shimmering desert. Your hotel features a swimming pool, bar and restaurant. Shopping in Scottsdale is quite excellent, particularly for Indian tribal craftsmanship. DAY 7 - Depart Scottsdale to drive northwards into Northern Arizona. First stop is at Montezumas Castle, a remarkable 1,000 yearold Indian dwelling carved out of a rocky hillside. Continue to the fashionable artists township of Sedona, beautifully situated against a backdrop of dazzling pink wind-carved outcrops of rock. You will then drive through spectacular Oak Creek Canyon before arriving in the former wild west town of Flagstaff for an overnight stay. DAY 8 - Depart Flagstaff for the drive to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon where you will be able to absorb the majestic beauty of one of the greatest natural wonders of the world. The Colorado River took seven million years to cut this spectacular 14 mile-wide gorge, with a panorama of staggering depths, strange rock forms and brilliant colours that change with the sun. After visiting the Canyon, continue westwards to Las Vegas for a two night stay. You can choose to take an optional flight over the Grand Canyon, a unique experience which gives you a close-up view of the unbelievable workings of nature over millions of years.
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