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 2009: WESTERN WONDERS W/ SAN FRANCISCO EXT. (8515)
13 days from Los Angeles to San Francisco
This wondrous vacation begins in Los Angeles with a sightseeing tour that includes glamorous Hollywood. Next, head east and stop in Palm Springs, home to 90 golf courses, before reaching Scottsdale, where you learn about the delicate ecosystem of the Arizona desert and enjoy a sightseeing tour that highlights downtown Phoenix. From Scottsdale, travel north through cactus-studded scenery to Sedona and see the massive red-rock formations that make Sedona infamous. Continue north to watch the sun set upon the spectacular Grand Canyon and stay the night in Williams, a mountain town on historic Route 66. Travel part of the legendary Route 66 to Las Vegas, the glamorous city with its casinos, shows, shops, and attractions.Let loose in Las Vegas before traveling via Fresno to Yosemite National Park, a wonderland of spectacular lakes, giant granite domes, towering pinnacles, cascading waterfalls, and lush forests. Stop in Sacramento on your way to San Francisco, California's city famous for its steep hills and historic cable cars. On your San Francisco sightseeing tour, see the famous sights, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, Nob Hill, and more. This wonderful trip through the "Western Wonders" ends with three days in San Francisco with plenty of optional excursions to choose from and plenty of leisure time to take advantage of all that San Francisco has to offer-a perfect conclusion to this grand vacation!
HOTELS
Los Angeles Sportsmen's Lodge Hotel (F); Scottsdale Hospitality Suites (MF); Williams Days Inn Williams (T); Las Vegas Imperial Palace (MF); Fresno Vagabond Inn Executive (T); Sonora Inns of California (ST); San Francisco Cathedral Hill (MF)
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| Call (770) 981-6461 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7467066 | | Cosmos | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Los Angeles | Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do some independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening to answer any questions. | | Day 2 | Scottsdale | Begin the day with a sightseeing tour of the world's "Capital of Glamour," including a drive through Hollywood and famous Mann's Chinese Theatre. A stop in the desert oasis of Palm Springs with its distinctive wind farms, 5,000 swimming pools, and 90 golf courses! This afternoon, head to the mountain-ringed desert resort of Scottsdale. | | Day 3 | Scottsdale | This morning, venture out on a Phoenix sightseeing tour that highlights downtown Phoenix, the Arizona State Capitol Building, and an included visit to the HEARD MUSEUM, where exhibit galleries feature a variety of historic, traditional, and contemporary Native American art. Next up: Old Town Scottsdale, where Western storefronts provide a window into the past. Free time for independent exploration and dining. The remainder of the day is at leisure in Scottsdale to shop or relax. Early this evening, join our optional outing to relive the days of the Wild West. | | Day 4 | Williams | Travel to Sedona, a thriving center for New Age arts set in canyon country. On to the weather-sculptured rock formations of Oak Creek Canyon. Up through the San Francisco Mountains and beautiful pine forests to the South Rim of the GRAND CANYON. Time to stroll the canyon rim. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, take our optional helicopter flightseeing excursion for incomparable views of flame-colored walls plunging 6,000 feet into the Colorado River. | | Day 5 | Las Vegas | Leave the mountain town of Williams on historic Route 66 and cross the old Mohave gold strike country, which still bears traces of century-old ghost towns set in natural desert beauty. Watch for Joshua trees, a species of the lily family that grows more than 40 feet in height and can live up to 300 years. By late afternoon, reach Las Vegas, the fantastic city of feverish gambling, neon lights, bars, and glamorous shows. Be sure to explore some of the many themed casino resorts along the colorful "Strip." This evening, we highly recommend a night out to a dazzling stage show featuring top Vegas entertainment. | | Day 6 | Las Vegas | The morning and afternoon are free for you to swim and sunbathe at the hotel pool or explore the varied casinos, shopping plazas, and amusement parks. Your Tour Director will have more suggestions to fill your day. Consider a river rafting trip through the Black Canyon. | | Day 7 | Fresno | A day of striking natural contrast as the journey continues northwest across the desert landscape of Nevada, before crossing into California. Overnight in Fresno, located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley and often referred to as the great "Garden of the Sun." | | Day 8 | Sonora | Enter YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK, a wonderland of spectacular lakes, giant granite domes, towering pinnacles, cascading waterfalls, and lush forests. It's a beautiful drive from the park to Sonora, once a thriving center in the Gold Rush era. | | Day 9 | San Francisco | Head toward Sacramento, capital of California, with time to explore Old Sacramento. "Old Town," as the locals call it, features a Wild West ambiance. During your visit, see the country's largest collection of Gold Rush-era buildings, a Wells Fargo museum, and a historic Railroad Museum. From Old Town, continue west to reach San Francisco by early afternoon. Cross the splendid bay with vistas of the San Francisco skyline and its magnificent harbor. On your city tour, see the main sights, including the Old Spanish Mission Dolores, renowned Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and Nob Hill. Tonight, join your traveling companions for an evening in Chinatown. Explore this vibrant historic section of San Francisco that houses the largest Chinese community outside of Asia. Included in this evening's agenda is a lavish 4-course dinner at an authentic Chinese restaurant. End with a short walking tour of Chinatown plus a ride on one of San Francisco's famous cable cars. | | Day 10 | San Francisco | A full program of optional excursions is available, including a cruise on San Francisco Bay with a visit to Alcatraz and a helicopter ride over the city. Your Tour Director will suggest more sightseeing attractions as well as other favorite places to shop and dine. In the evening, how about dinner at a popular Fisherman's Wharf restaurant followed by a cocktail? You'll end the night with an illumination tour of San Francisco. | | Day 11 | San Francisco | Two days at leisure for independent activities or choose from a variety of optional excursions. Your Local Host will recommend restaurants and shopping areas. | | Day 12 | San Francisco | Two days at leisure for independent activities or choose from a variety of optional excursions. Your Local Host will recommend restaurants and shopping areas. | | Day 13 | San Francisco | The trip ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers are provided to San Francisco International Airport. |
| US$ Price Details
Single Room Supplement: $597Triple Room reduction per person: $88
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Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
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Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature. |
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