6 Days | Hit the road in search of California’s best
City, coast, hot springs, national parks and a whole load of wide-open roads – take on Vegas to San Fran on this six-day adventure. Stop in the Sierra Nevada mountains, pass by Mono Lake and make your way to the extraordinary Yosemite National Park. With two full days spent here, marvel at Half Dome and hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias, before having the time to choose your own adventure. Finish up in the culture-filled hub of San Francisco, and toast to one incredible journey!
Trip overview
- Start
- Las Vegas, United States
- Finish
- San Francisco, United States
- Theme
- Explorer
- Destinations
- United States
- Physical rating
- Indicates how physically exerting a trip is, and how fit you will need to be to enjoy it. More info on physical ratings
- Style
- Basix
- Ages
- Min 15
- Group size
- Min 1 - Max 12
- Trip code
- SSRH
- Spend three nights camping near Yosemite National Park with two full days of exploration. With so many options on what to do, you’ll be spoilt for choice.
- Stroll through The Tunnel Tree, a sequoia so large the trail had to be cut through the centre of it during a hike to the Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias.
- Settle in and immerse yourself in the peace and quiet of your surroundings with nights spent camping under the stars.
- With a knowledgeable leader getting you from place to place, all you’ve got to worry about is snapping the best photo and getting the most out of your Californian road trip.
- Where better to end your adventure than in San Francisco, the eclectic, multicultural 'City by the Bay'. With the option to extend your visit a couple of days, you won’t be wanting to go home just yet.
- Your accommodation on this trip will be a combination of camping and budget hotels. On the days you’re camping, this will be a participatory trip – meaning you should be prepared to help with activities like setting up camp, food prep and washing up. We’ll provide tents, sleeping pads and camp cookware, but you’ll need to bring your own sleeping bag and pillow.
- That teamwork also extends to our optional food kitty of approximately USD 20 per day, run to cover the cost of meals. The kitty is optional and for your convenience, so if you've got specific dietary requirements you can opt out and purchase (and cook) your own food.
- From the steep hiking trails of Yosemite to the towering hills of San Francisco, this trip can involve a lot of walking. Please ensure you bring sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes. To make the most of the trip, it's best if you have at least a moderate level of fitness.
- You'll be travelling in a private vehicle with your group. Extra space can be tight, and conditions may feel a little cramped. It’s all part of the adventure and a great way to get to know your fellow travellers. Please read the itinerary carefully for travel time estimates.
- You’ll be travelling through deserts and mountains, which means temperatures can vary significantly from hot to cold. Research the weather conditions to determine the best time to travel for you, and come prepared with adequate clothing.
Itinerary
View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2023 - 31 December 2024
Inclusions
Private vehicle
Hotel (1 night), Camping with facilities (4 nights)
- Yosemite National Park - Entrance Fee
- Visit to Mono Lake
- Yosemite National Park - Tuolumne Grove of Giant Sequoias
- Las Vegas - Mob Museum - USD27
- Las Vegas - Monorail - USD5
- Las Vegas - Bellagio Fountains - Free
- Las Vegas - Eiffel Tower - USD22
- Las Vegas - Neon Museum - USD20
- Bishop - Keough Hot Springs - USD15
- Yosemite - Cycling in Yosemite Valley - USD12
- Yosemite National Park - Hiking - Free
- Yosemite - River Float Raft Rental (seasonal) - USD30
Dates and availability
Important notes
1. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6:00pm on Day 1 in Las Vegas and finishes on arrival into San Francisco at approximately 5pm on Day 6.
2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement applies to all nights on your trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
3. As this is a camping trip please bring with you a sleeping bag, pillow and towel.
4. Please note that the legal drinking age in the US is 21 and in some parts of Canada it's 19.
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