Overview
Starting from San Francisco, the most European of American cities, head to the Sierra Nevada and its jewel, Yosemite National Park, then to the mesmerizing Death Valley. After a short break in thrilling Las Vegas, set off to discover the most beautiful parks of Utah and Arizona: Zion, Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Lake Powell and Antelope Canyon, then the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon, finishing in style with a last stop in “Fabulous Las Vegas”. The best of the West in under 3 weeks!
Itinerary
Day 1 • Arrival in San Francisco (CA)
Arrival at San Francisco airport. Private shuttle transfer to downtown and check-in at your hotel.
Enjoy the rest of the day discovering this city with strong European influences. It is impossible not to fall in love with "Frisco"!
Overnight in San Francisco, in the Fisherman's Wharf district.
Day 2 • San Francisco
Day 3 • San Francisco
Day 4 • San Francisco - Yosemite, CA (350 km)
Day 5 • Yosemite National Park
Day 6 • Yosemite - Bodie - Mono Lake - Mammoth Lakes (170 km)
Day 7 • Mammoth Lakes - Death Valley National Park (330 km)
Day 8 • Death Valley - Las Vegas, NV (240 km)
Day 9 • Las Vegas - Valley of Fire - Springdale, UT (330 km)
Day 10 • Zion National Park
Day 11 • Springdale - Grand Canyon North, AZ (250 km)
Day 12 • Grand Canyon National Park (North Rim)
Day 13 • Grand Canyon North - Monument Valley, UT (400 km)
Day 14 • Monument Valley - Page, AZ (205 km)
Day 15 • Page / Lake Powell
Day 16 • Page - Bryce, UT (250 km)
Day 17 • Bryce - Snow Canyon - Las Vegas, NV (455 km)
Day 18 • Departure from Las Vegas
Price
| Indicative prices per person, excl. flights | Rm. for 2 people | Rm. for 3 people (2 beds) | Rm. for 4 people (2 beds) |
| Midsize SUV cat. | 3.390€ | 2.390€ | 1.790€ |
| Other cats. | On request | On request | On request |
THE PRICE INCLUDES
- Accommodation: 17 nights in hotels (mix possible with aparthotels, self-catered units, B&B...).
- Breakfasts: when offered by the properties (this is not the norm in the USA and Canada).
- Transfers: by private vehicle, between the airport and the hotel on arrival, and vice versa on Day 4 to pick up the car.
- Vehicle rental (14 days): unlimited mileage, full liability coverage, full deductible waiver for damage or theft, 1 additional driver.
- Assistance & concierge service: professional and efficient service throughout your stay provided by our French-speaking partner We West, based in the USA.
- Roadbook: detailed roadbook including our “Tips & Info” guide, visit suggestions, road map, guides, route tracks (.GPX).
- GPS: loan of a TomTom® GPS against a deposit. The GPS will contain the loaded tracks for each stage.
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
- Flights: please consult us (prices can only be guaranteed once tickets are issued, i.e. paid to the airline).
- Other transportation: except those mentioned in “The price includes”.
- Transfers: unless mentioned in “The price includes”.
- Meals: except breakfasts when offered by the properties.
- Vehicle-related costs: GPS rental from the supplier, young driver surcharge, first tank, fuel, parking, tolls, etc.
- Activities: unless otherwise stated in “The price includes”.
- Park entrance fees: annual pass (80 USD / vehicle) to be purchased at the entrance of the first national park. Valid for 1 year. State parks & private parks: purchase at entrance.
- Resort fees: between 15 and 60 USD / night / room. A common practice (hidden surcharge) in big cities, and generalized in Las Vegas.
- Travel insurance: please consult us, as medical costs in the USA and Canada are very high.
VEHICLE CATEGORIES
- Midsize SUV: Ford Escape, Toyota RAV-4, or similar.
- Standard SUV: Ford Edge, Nissan Pathfinder, Chevrolet Equinox, Hyundai Santa Fe, or similar.
- Full Size SUV: Chevrolet Tahoe, or similar.
- Premium SUV: Chevrolet Suburban, Yukon XXL, or similar.
- Pick-Up: Ford F 150, or similar.
- Convertible: Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro, or similar.
- Minivan: Dodge Grand Caravan, Chrysler Pacifica, or similar.
TRAVEL & RENTAL FORMALITIES
- Valid passport.
- Electronic travel authorization (ESTA) required: indicative price 40 USD / person.
- Credit card required in the main driver’s name (vehicle deposit and hotels).
- National driver’s license (international license is a plus but not mandatory).
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
- The general terms and conditions of the Travel Disputes Commission (CLV) apply (see website footer).
- Specific conditions of sale are attached to the travel offer and the travel contract.
Good to know
Displayed price
The prices shown in the table are indicative. They may vary depending on your travel dates, your choice and/or the availability of accommodations, the booking timing... The refined price is indicated in the offer we send you, based on the parameters we have.
When to go?
This itinerary can be done year-round, but the ideal period is from mid-May to mid-October. Some roads on the described route are closed (such as Tioga Road crossing Yosemite). We may therefore partially adjust the route depending on the chosen travel period. Please consult us.
Rooms in the USA
With the notable exception of large cities, the price of a hotel room varies little depending on the number of occupants. Bed dimensions are indicative. The vast majority of hotels allow a maximum of 4 people per room (2 beds).
Driving in the USA: there are no particular risks and it is easy. At intersections without traffic lights, the rule is “first come, first served”. In other words, there is no priority-to-the-right rule: you proceed in order of arrival. By default, when you reach a traffic light, you may turn right even on red—however, you do not have priority! You will need to deal with the imperial system: distances are measured in miles (1 mile = 1.6 km), and speed in miles per hour (“mph”). Beware of speeding: fines are steep...
