Gold Experience 6 days
6 Days Starting in San Francisco, United States and ending in Los Angeles, United States
Visiting: San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Death Valley, Barstow, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Page, Antelope Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Kanab, Zion National Park, Los Angeles
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on the "Gold Experience 6 days" tour and explore the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities of the USA. Begin your adventure with a scenic cruise in San Francisco Bay, taking in iconic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island. Journey through the majestic Yosemite National Park, marveling at El Capitan and Yosemite Falls. Experience the dazzling lights and entertainment of Las Vegas, before heading to the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon and the cultural richness of the Navajo Indian reservation. Discover the stunning formations of Antelope Canyon and Bryce Canyon, and immerse yourself in the serene beauty of Zion National Park. This adventure tour offers a perfect blend of sightseeing, nature, and cultural exploration, with transportation included to all major attractions. Please note that meals and accommodation are not included in the package.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : SAN FRANCISCO – BAY CRUISE – GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE – CHINATOWN
Location: San Francisco
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meet your tour at the Public Library to embark on a city tour. We start our tour with a cruise in the world famous bay, On the way to Sausalito we will have great views of both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island. Return to Pier 39 for a leisurely lunch before an afternoon tour that takes in all the city’s famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union square, Chinatown and Nob Hill. Our tour ends with a night view of the city from the Bay Bridge.
Day 2 : SAN FRANCISCO – MONTERREY STEVENSON RANCH
Location: Yosemite National Park
Accommodation Name: hotel
We head east through the farmlands of the Joaquin Valley to Yosemite National Park. This 1,200 square mile wonderland of forests, lakes and waterfalls is located in the Sierra Nevada. Stop at El Capitan, Bridal-Veil Falls, and Half Dome to continue for a walk from the Yosemite Visitor Center to reach one of the highest waterfalls in North America (730 meters) Yosemite Falls.
Day 3 : STEVENSON RANCH – LAS VEGAS
Location: Death Valley, Barstow, Las Vegas
Accommodation Name: hotel
Today’s route is east through the desert and Death Valley to arrive at the gambling capital of the world: Las Vegas. We stop for lunch at the outlet mall in Barstow, which is filled with all the famous brand names like, Levi’s, Nike, Reebok, Timberland, Ralph Lauren and more. In the evening we take a tour of the strip to see some of the truly amazing hotels and fantasies that are built in the middle of the desert, such as Caesar’s Palace, Luxor, Mirage, Paris, Venetian, Bellagio, New York New York, Treasure Island and more. Finish off the evening at one of the many shows or try your hand at one of the many casinos’, who knows maybe lady luck will be smiling on you tonight.
Day 4 : LAS VEGAS – GRAND CANYON – PAGE
Location: Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Page
Accommodation Name: hotel
We start the day traveling South East through the desert and the through the Navajo Indian reservation before we come to the South Bank of “One of the 7 wonders of the world” the Grand Canyon. Tour along the south bank and learn how throughout the years the Colorado river carved its way down to the sea and created the wonderland for geologists. After lunch we continue along the canyon east stopping at some of the many Indian market places to browse the handmade arts and crafts. After enjoying the Indian market we head to the Page and Lake Powell area for the evening.
Day 5 : ANTELOPE CANYON– BRYCE CANYON
Location: Antelope Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Kanab
Accommodation Name: hotel
We start the day where “The water runs through the rocks” as per the local Navajo folklore. We tour the lower Antelope Canyon and visit the spectacular dunes created by the wind, water and sand; words are not enough to describe these formations created by Mother Nature. After our tour we depart this amazing area and head west to Bryce Canyon home to the most amazing natural sculptures of the world. Our tour will take us to see amazing rock and sand sculptures honed to perfection over thousands of years of rain wind and sunshine. Experience the unique changing of the colors during the sunset from one of the vista points in the park. (may change due to changing sunset times) After the visit we head towards the town of Kanab.
Day 6 : ZION PARK – LAS VEGAS– LOS ANGELES
Location: Zion National Park, Las Vegas, Los Angeles
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast we head into Zion Park. This park got its name from the Mormon’s the settled in the area. They gave it this name after claiming that visiting the park is like a religious experience, the majesty of the mountains and silence of the wilderness make you feel like you have been transported to another place. Tour the park and enjoy a short walking trail along the Virgin River that runs through the park, before leaving this amazing area for an early evening arrival in Las Vegas, option for a late night return to Los Angeles.
What's Included
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City Tour in San Francisco
Embark on a city tour in San Francisco, including a cruise in the world-famous bay with views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island.
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Visit to Yosemite National Park
Explore Yosemite National Park, including stops at El Capitan, Bridal-Veil Falls, and Half Dome.
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Tour of Las Vegas Strip
Enjoy a tour of the Las Vegas Strip, visiting famous hotels and attractions.
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Grand Canyon Tour
Tour along the South Bank of the Grand Canyon and visit Indian marketplaces.
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Antelope Canyon Tour
Tour the lower Antelope Canyon and visit Bryce Canyon to see natural rock and sand sculptures.
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Zion Park Visit
Visit Zion Park and enjoy a walking trail along the Virgin River.
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Transportation
The tour includes transportation through iconic locations such as San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Las Vegas, and the Grand Canyon, with stops at notable landmarks and scenic routes.
What's Not Included
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Meals
Meals are not included in the tour package.
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Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in the tour package.
Mode of Transport
The tour includes transportation through iconic locations such as San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Las Vegas, and the Grand Canyon, with stops at notable landmarks and scenic routes.
Accommodation
Accommodation is not included in the tour package, so travelers will need to arrange their own lodging throughout the journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes transportation through iconic locations such as San Francisco, Yosemite National Park, Las Vegas, and the Grand Canyon, with stops at notable landmarks and scenic routes.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
No, meals are not included in the tour package.
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Is accommodation included in the tour package?
No, accommodation is not included in the tour package.
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What activities are included in the San Francisco city tour?
The San Francisco city tour includes a cruise in the world-famous bay with views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island, as well as visits to landmarks such as Union Square, Chinatown, and Nob Hill.
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What can I expect to see at Yosemite National Park during the tour?
During the tour of Yosemite National Park, you will visit El Capitan, Bridal-Veil Falls, and Half Dome, and take a walk from the Yosemite Visitor Center to Yosemite Falls, one of the highest waterfalls in North America.
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What is included in the Las Vegas tour?
The Las Vegas tour includes a visit to the famous Las Vegas Strip, where you can see some of the city's most iconic hotels and attractions, such as Caesar's Palace, Luxor, Mirage, Paris, Venetian, Bellagio, New York New York, and Treasure Island.
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What will I experience at the Grand Canyon?
At the Grand Canyon, you will tour along the South Bank, learn about the geological history of the area, and have the opportunity to visit Indian marketplaces to browse handmade arts and crafts.
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What is special about the Antelope Canyon tour?
The Antelope Canyon tour includes exploring the lower Antelope Canyon, where you can see spectacular dunes and formations created by wind, water, and sand, as well as visiting Bryce Canyon to see natural rock and sand sculptures.
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What can I expect during the visit to Zion National Park?
During the visit to Zion National Park, you will tour the park and enjoy a short walking trail along the Virgin River, experiencing the majesty of the mountains and the tranquility of the wilderness.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
All our accommodations based upon US 3 star hotels (normally European - 3.5 - 4 stars)
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Services included in your tour price
All our tours include your Transportation, Guide, Accommodation, Entrance fees and Breakfast for every night slept on tour.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
We provide electronic vouchers which can be displayed when join the tour
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
We are members of multiple trade organisations in the USA - US Travel, International Inbound Travel Association(IITA), NYC and CO (The New York City Travel Trade Association), Better Business Bureau of New Jersey BBB
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
All of our services are cleaned and disinfected as per the United States CDC guidelines. This includes buses, Hotels and Atractions
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
We offer 1 free date change for every reservation up to 3 days prior to departure
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Our company has been operating escorted tours since 1999
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Language Guided tours
All of our tours are available in the language of your choice. We offer English, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, German, Japanese and Chinese
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Free Date Changes
Empire Vacations allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 7 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Empire Vacations allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform empire vacations, 3 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Empire Vacations requires a minimum deposit of 10% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 5 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of empire vacations charges.
Up to 4 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 3 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.