Southern California and Vegas

br />Get set for fun in the sun when you visit San Diego, renowned for its idyllic climate and pristine beaches; Palm Springs, the playground of the rich and famous; and Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world! A guided tour of San Diego reveals the fascinating history of this southern California city. Travel through Balboa Park, visit Old Town and enjoy lunch on Coronado Island at the famous Hotel del Coronado. Experience a wine tasting, a 4WD jeep tour into the desert to explore the canyons carved by the San Andreas Fault, and a full day at leisure in Las Vegas where the opportunities for fun are endless!

Day 1: San Diego, California - Tour Begins
Join Collette Vacations for an exciting journey through Southern California and Las Vegas. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner in San Diego – a gem of the west coast, known for its ideal climate in every season.

Day 2: San Diego
Embark on a guided tour of San Diego, discovering the fascinating history of this unique California city. Travel through Balboa Park’s sprawling 1,150 acres graced with botanical gardens. Visit San Diego’s Old Town, taking in its reconstructed Mexican-style ambience and enjoy time to shop and sample one of its cafes. The remainder of your day is at leisure to explore the best San Diego has to offer!

Day 3: San Diego - Palm Springs
Today, leave San Diego behind as you’re whisked off to the desert resort town of Palm Springs. En route, travel through the Temecula Valley wine country’s rolling hills covered with vineyards and set against a backdrop of 11,000-foot mountains. While there you visit Leonesse Cellars, a local winery on the De Portola Wine Trail, where you will take in the stunning scenery and enjoy a wine tasting. Upon arriving in Palm Springs, your afternoon is at leisure to stroll through town or simply relax by the pool at your resort.

Day 4: Palm Springs
This morning set off on a sightseeing tour that showcases the best of this popular playground of the rich and famous. A local guide brings Palm Springs’ vast history and Native American heritage to life and tells stories of the celebrities who have lived in this area, including the legendary Bob Hope. This afternoon, visit the incredible Palm Springs Air Museum for a journey through history with a veteran of World War II. Knowledgeable docents, many of whom are veterans and former pilots, conduct tours through a remarkable tribute to World War II where you’ll find historic military vehicle collections; visit the library containing every issue of Life magazine ever published; and witness flight demonstrations from the collection of aircraft at the museum. The remainder of your day is at leisure.

Day 5: Palm Springs
Enjoy leisure time this morning before heading out for an adventure onboard the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, the world’s largest rotating tramcar. Experience a breathtaking journey up the sheer cliffs of Chino Canyon, ending at the Mountain Station – elevation 8,516 ft. The tram has been featured in “Mission Impossible,” “General Hospital” and other TV and movie scenes. This evening, dinner is included at a lovely local restaurant.

Day 6: Palm Springs - Las Vegas, Nevada
Depart for the dynamic resort city of Las Vegas for an exciting two night stay. Enjoy delightful scenery during your journey, arriving in Las Vegas by lunch time. Vegas’ fabulous skyline welcomes you with its famous icons such as a pyramid, sphinx and the Statue of Liberty. Bright lights glitter at night in Vegas and an exhilarating energy saturates the city.

Day 7: Las Vegas
A full day at leisure in Las Vegas beckons and the opportunities for entertainment are endless. Enjoy a show, shop for souvenirs or relax by the pool at your hotel. Of course, enjoying the city’s most well-known pastime at the casino is always an option as well! Join your fellow travelers this evening for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a wonderful trip with an exciting ride down the Las Vegas Strip and a visit to the famous Fremont Street Experience located in the heart of downtown Las Vegas on the historic street that started it all.

Day 8: Las Vegas - Tour Ends
Return home with countless memories of your west coast adventure.

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
5/11/2012 - 5/19/2012	$1,549
9/7/2012 - 9/15/2012	$1,549
10/12/2012 - 10/20/2012	$1,549
11/9/2012 - 11/17/2012	$1,549
1/11/2013 - 1/19/2013	$1,549
3/8/2013 - 3/16/2013	$1,599
Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.
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