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Enchanting Canyonlands - 2008
7 Days starting from $1,355.00

Countries Visited:
United States

Length: 7 Days
Type: First Class Tour
Category: USA and Canada 2008
Operator: Insight
Tour Code: AECG
   
 
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
 

The amazing and diverse scenery of America's canyonlands is concentrated in a relatively small area surrounding the Colorado River.

 
What's Included
Insight's First Class Services
  • Airport arrival and departure transfers on the first and last day of your tour
  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director - maximum group size of 40 people
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with extra legroom and restroom facilities
  • First-class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage

Quality Dining

  • 6 Full Breakfasts, 2 Hotel Dinners plus 1 Highlight Dinner in the Grand Canyon

Itinerary

7 Days ~ Arizona ~ Utah ~ Nevada

Tour Pace - The amazing and diverse scenery of America’s canyonlands is concentrated in a relatively small area surrounding the Colorado River. Travelling just short distances each day, the tour allows plenty of time for exploring the incredible landscapes.

DAY 1 – ARRIVE PHOENIX – SCOTTSDALE. Take a complimentary transfer to your hotel in the nearby resort town of Scottsdale. Your Tour Director is available at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer your questions. Join us at 6 p.m. for a Welcome Reception at the hotel. Hotel: Renaissance Scottsdale Resort.

DAY 2 – SCOTTSDALE – GRAND CANYON. Head north to the spectacular scenery and towering red rocks of the quaint bohemian colony of Sedona. Browse the stores, galleries and restaurants, or join a fun optional 4WD excursion through the superb landscape. Enjoy one of Arizona’s finest drives through Oak Creek Canyon, before travelling on to Grand Canyon National Park. A stroll with your Tour Director along the rim provides spectacular views as the sun sets on the canyon walls. Spend the night inside the park, enjoying peace and quiet after the crowds have departed. Tonight, enjoy dinner in the Thunderbird Room, featuring magnificent views of the Grand Canyon’s south rim. Hotel: National Park Lodges. (B,HD)

DAY 3 – GRAND CANYON – LAKE POWELL. The choice is yours in the morning: wake up early and see the sun rise over the canyon, take a leisurely walk and watch for wildlife, board the park shuttle to explore the various lookout points or take a short hike down into the canyon. Optional flightseeing tours over the Grand Canyon by helicopter or plane are available from your Tour Director. After bidding farewell to this natural wonder, head to the Historic Cameron Trading Post, featuring southwest Native American arts and crafts. The journey carries on through the Painted Desert, a colourful fantasyland of mesas, buttes and badlands, and through the Navajo Indian Reservation. Stop at Glen Canyon Dam to learn about its impact on the Colorado River before arriving at the lakefront resort. The scenery is breathtaking with towering rock walls rising out of the water. Take a leisurely cruise on spectacular Lake Powell and explore scenic Antelope Canyon, with its dramatic steep, red sandstone walls. Hotel: Lake Powell Resort (guaranteed Lake View Rooms.) (B,D)

DAY 4 – LAKE POWELL AT LEISURE.The entire day is yours to do as you please. Relax and enjoy the resort’s facilities. Perhaps take an optional float trip down the Colorado river, a scenic flight over the lake to Rainbow Bridge, or join our complimentary excursion to Monument Valley Tribal Park for a guided tour of this spectacular area. The choice is yours; your Tour Director will be happy to assist you in planning your day. (B)

DAY 5 – LAKE POWELL – BRYCE OR ZION. Visit Bryce Canyon National Park in Southern Utah, home to an ever-changing diversity of naturally carved amphitheatres, balanced rocks, gravity-defying bridges and rock spires of pink, red and orange hues. Enjoy a leisurely walk along Sunset Point to view the great amphitheatre of odd-shaped monoliths known as “hoodoos.” Time at leisure on your own before checking in at the lodge. Selected departures will continue on to Zion National Park for overnight. Hotel: Bryce Canyon Lodge or Zion Park Lodge. (B,D)

DAY 6 – BRYCE OR ZION – LAS VEGAS. Travel through more amazing scenery to the lush cliff-and-canyon landscape of Zion National Park. Join a private Zion Canyon Shuttle with live commentary to experience the scenic highlights of the park, followed by some time to explore at your own pace. Keep an eye out for deer and other wildlife, or hike through the narrow pink-coloured gorges and dramatic canyons. A complete change of scenery awaits you in the afternoon when you arrive in Las Vegas, a collection of bright lights and neon signs, huge themed hotels of unbelievable design and the omnipresent slot machine. The remainder of the day is yours to do as you please. Hotel: Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, a Sheraton Hotel. (B)

DAY 7 – DEPART LAS VEGAS. Your Enchanting Canyonlands adventure ends with a complimentary transfer to Las Vegas International Airport. Or, if you feel you would like to experience more of this amazing landscape, this itinerary forms part of the Great Western American Adventure (see pg 34-35) and America’s Magnificent National Parks. (B)

Hotels - The accommodation on this tour has been carefully selected to reflect the area’s unique highlights, from the beautiful resort in Scottsdale and charming lodge at Bryce Canyon to the lake view rooms at Lake Powell Resort and extravagant hotel on the Las Vegas Strip.

Fellow Passengers - Featuring some of America’s most iconic sights, this is a photographer’s dream. The tour is ideal for lovers of nature, geology and breathtaking landscapes. Visits to Sedona and Monument Valley will fascinate those interested in Western and Native American history.

Highlights - Variety brings the West to life. Tour Monument Valley with a local guide, cruise the extraordinary landscape of Lake Powell, take a sunset walk along the rim of the Grand Canyon, learn about Native American culture and experience the bright lights of Las Vegas.

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Sightseeing Highlights

Enjoy our Premium Highlights plus these extra tour features

Excursions & Sights

  • Visit the artist colony of Sedona, set in the splendour of Red Rock Country
  • Drive through the dramatic landscape of Oak Creek Canyon
  • Travel the length of scenic Desert View Drive along the Grand Canyon’s South Rim
  • Stop at the Historic Cameron Trading Post featuring a collection of Native American arts and crafts
  • Journey through the Painted Desert and Navajo Indian Reservation
  • Stop at Glen Canyon Dam Visitor Center & learn about the Colorado River Storage Project
  • Join a guided tour of Monument Valley Tribal Park
  • Explore the rugged beauty of Bryce Canyon National Park
  • Enjoy a leisurely walk along Sunset Point to view the “hoodoos.”
  • Drive through the breathtaking scenery of Red Canyon and the giant Checkerboard Mesa

Insight's First Class Services

  • Airport arrival and departure transfers on the first and last day of your tour
  • Escorted by a professional Tour Director - maximum group size of 40 people
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with extra legroom and restroom facilities
  • First-class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage

Quality Dining

  • 6 Full Breakfasts, 2 Hotel Dinners plus 1 Highlight Dinner in the Grand Canyon
CANYON COUNTRY ADVENTURE
8 Days starting from $1,709.00

Countries Visited:
United States

Length: 8 Days
Type: Other Tours
Category: Other Tours
Operator: Globus
Tour Code: AV-2008
   
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
SCOTTSDALE:
Welcome reception

GRAND CANYON:
Sightseeing; overnight lodging on the rim

MONUMENT VALLEY:
4-wheeldrive guided excursion; overnight lodging in the heart of Monument Valley; Navajo cookout

LAKE POWELL:
Cruise

BRYCE CANYON:
Sightseeing

ZION NATIONAL PARK:
Sightseeing

LAS VEGAS:
Orientation tour; Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner

Discover the Southwest''s unique landscapes and must-see sights as you travel through three national parks on this popular eight-day getaway. From Scottsdale, travel north through cactus-studded scenery to watch the sun set upon the spectacular Grand Canyon. Meet local Navajos at a cookout and admire the stunning rock formations on a four-wheel-drive tour of Monument Valley. Travel west to Lake Powell to enjoy an afternoon cruise along the sparkling, clear-blue water. More splendid views await you in Utah''s Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks. Watch the colors change on the massive stone formations before venturing on to Las Vegas to take in a show or try your luck at the casinos.

 
What's Included

City Highlights
SCOTTSDALE:
Welcome reception

GRAND CANYON:
Sightseeing; overnight lodging on the rim

MONUMENT VALLEY:
4-wheeldrive guided excursion; overnight lodging in the heart of Monument Valley; Navajo cookout

LAKE POWELL:
Cruise

BRYCE CANYON:
Sightseeing

ZION NATIONAL PARK:
Sightseeing

LAS VEGAS:
Orientation tour; Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner

Meals
Welcome reception(WR); American breakfast daily (B); 5 three-course dinners with choice of entrees (D), including a Navajo cookout in Monument Valley and a Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner in Las Vegas.

Hotels:
SCOTTSDALE Renaissance Scottsdale Resort (SF), GRAND CANYON Grand Canyon Lodges (NP), MONUMENT VALLEY Goulding’s Lodge (NP), LAKE POWELL Lake Powell Resort (F), ZION NATIONAL PARK Zion Park Inn (F) LAS VEGAS Treasure Island (MD)

Itinerary

Day 1:
Scottsdale. Welcome to sunny Scottsdale! This evening, mix and mingle with your traveling companions at the 6 p.m. WELCOME RECEPTION. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure. (WR)

Day 2:
Scottsdale–Sedona–Grand Canyon. This morning, depart from Scottsdale and travel north through cactus-studded scenery for a break in Sedona, “Arizona’s Scenic Sensation.” Then set out for one of America’s most beautiful drives as you journey through Oak Creek Canyon, home to brilliantly hued cliffs and rugged spires of sandstone. Arrive this afternoon at the GRAND CANYON, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. The spectacular beauty of this famous attraction draws more than 5-million visitors a year from around the globe. This evening, be sure to watch the spectacular sunset. (B,D)

Special Feature: Your hotel is located on the rim of the Grand Canyon, a rare opportunity for great views and a significant extra when traveling with Globus.

Day 3:
Grand Canyon–Monument Valley. If you missed the sunset, sunrise is just as impressive! After breakfast your Tour Director will suggest optional flightseeing over the Grand Canyon—definitely a thrill of a lifetime. Then leave via Desert View Point for more magnificent perspectives. On to MONUMENT VALLEY NAVAJO TRIBAL PARK, 30,000 acres of stunning rock formations. Overnight at renowned Goulding’s Lodge, located in the heart of Monument Valley and where Hollywood directors and stars stayed during the filming of famous motion pictures such as Stagecoach, The Harvey Girls, and Fort Apache. This evening, enjoy a NAVAJO COOKOUT, followed by entertainment performed by local Navajos. (B,D)

Special Feature: Your overnight lodging is located in the heart of Monument Valley, a once-in-a-lifetime experience and special feature of your Globus vacation.

Day 4:
Monument Valley–Lake Powell. This morning, enjoy a FOUR-WHEEL-DRIVE TOUR of Monument Valley with a knowledgeable Navajo guide. Explore the area’s oddly shaped monoliths, buttes, and mesas of red sandstone—the setting for some of John Ford’s most memorable films. Drive west to Lake Powell, where sparkling blue water laps against towering, sheer, red-rock canyon walls and sandy beaches. The majestic beauty of this vast man-made lake can be appreciated on the afternoon CRUISE. See gigantic Glen Canyon Dam and the “tapestry” walls of Antelope Canyon. Free time later for a leisurely stroll along the Wahweap Marina, located on the shores of Lake Powell. (B,D)

Day 5:
Lake Powell. Today is at leisure. Maybe join the optional float trip excursion on the Colorado River through Glen Canyon, winding through towering red walls of the canyon. The photo opportunities are unique. Or perhaps take a flightseeing trip over Lake Powell, including famous Rainbow Bridge and Glen Canyon Dam! As the balance of the day is free, sit back and relax in this magnificent setting, or pursue your favorite activities and interests. (B)

Day 6:
Lake Powell–Bryce Canyon–Zion National Park. Depart from the splendid views of Lake Powell and head for Utah’s BRYCE CANYON. Drive through the park, with photo stops to capture the magnificent contrasts of bright red, yellow, and pink pillars called “hoodoos.” Years of erosion have carved colorful sandstone into thousands of spires, arches, and mazes for an unforgettable sight. Next, see nearby ZION NATIONAL PARK, a spectacle of massive stone formations whose colors change with the light of the day and the season. To the Mormon pioneers, it was a haven of beauty resembling natural temples and cathedrals, and they called it “Little Zion.” (B,D)

Day 7:
Zion National Park–Las Vegas. Tour Zion Canyon this morning before continuing to Las Vegas. Arrive in Las Vegas mid-afternoon for an orientation tour of one of America’s most popular vacation destinations. Your resort hotel is located in the heart of the “Strip” for easy access to all the mega casinos and amusement parks. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a GLOBUS FAREWELL CELEBRATION DINNER. Wonderful conversation and cuisine make the perfect finale for your vacation. (B,D)

Day 8:
Las Vegas. The vacation ends after breakfast with guests departing on individual schedules. Airport transfers are included. (B)

Dates & Prices

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Sightseeing Highlights

SCOTTSDALE:
Welcome reception

GRAND CANYON:
Sightseeing; overnight lodging on the rim

MONUMENT VALLEY:
4-wheeldrive guided excursion; overnight lodging in the heart of Monument Valley; Navajo cookout

LAKE POWELL:
Cruise

BRYCE CANYON:
Sightseeing

ZION NATIONAL PARK:
Sightseeing

LAS VEGAS:
Orientation tour; Globus Farewell Celebration Dinner

Pacific Northwest and California
8 Days starting from $1,449.00

Countries Visited:
United States

Length: 8 Days
Type: First Class Tour
Category: USA Tour
Operator: Collette
Tour Code: 3374
   
 
 
About This Tour


Cities Visited:
Seattle,Portland,Olympia,Coos Bay,Redwood National Park,Eureak,San Francisco

A region sandwiched between mountains and the sea… the essence of the Pacific Northwest is characterized by lush country and sophisticated city life. Join us as we showcase this marvelous region, exploring Seattle, Portland, Eureka and San Francisco. Feel the roar of America's greatest volcanic eruption when you visit Olympia's Mt. St. Helens Cinedome Theater. Mt. Hood dominates the horizon as you travel along the Cascade Mountains to the magnificent Columbia River Gorge and the Bonneville Dam, where a park ranger will guide you through the dam and provide insight on its history. You'll cruise the spectacular Rogue River for a chance to view bald eagles, seals and heron. From there it's on to the famous Redwood National Park in California, location of the world's largest trees. Enjoy a delightful tour of Eureka with its beautiful Victorian architecture before driving over the legendary Golden Gate Bridge arriving in the "City by the Bay." A change of pace awaits you in San Francisco, with its vibrant, cosmopolitan attitude and world-famous landmarks, including Chinatown, Twin Peaks, Fisherman's Wharf, and Alcatraz.

 
What's Included

Enjoy the services of a professional tour manager who accompanies you throughout your trip.

Meals
5 Breakfast(s), 5 Dinner(s)

Hotel Accommodations:
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service charges

PORTLANDHoliday Inn/Crowne Plaza
SAN FRANCISCOHilton Hotel
COOS BAYRed Lion
EUREKARed Lion Hotel

Complimentary hotel-to-hotel baggage handling.
Sightseeing
Private transportation via a deluxe, climate-controlled motorcoach
 

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrive Portland, Oregon - Tour Begins
Your scenic tour through the Pacific Northwest and California begins with a relaxing stay in Portland, North America''s "Best Big City."

Day 2
Portland - Mt. St. Helens - Portland
Your morning tour of Portland includes two of its famous gardens, the spectacular International Rose Test Garden and the serene Japanese Gardens. Next, travel to the Mt. St. Helens Visitor Center where you learn about the 1980 eruption of Mt. St. Helens, as well as the history of the state park.

Day 3
Portland - Cascade Mountains - Portland
Drive along the Mt. Hood route to the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. It''s a day of sightseeing you will never forget. Mt. Hood dominates the horizon as you leave the valley and enter the slopes of the Cascade Mountains. Your day will be highlighted by a tour of the magnificent Columbia River Gorge and the Bonneville Dam, where a US Army Corps of Engineers park ranger will guide you through the dam and provide an interpretive talk on its might, hydropower and history.

Day 4
Portland - Willamette Valley - Newport - Coos Bay
Your scenic journey takes you through the promised land for many pioneers during the days of the Oregon Trail. The Willamette Valley contains some of the most fertile agricultural soils of Oregon and nurtures vegetables, flowers, herbs, nuts and vineyards. Next, head to the coastal town of Newport for a brief stop before traveling along some of the country''s most beautiful coastlines and the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.

Day 5
Coos Bay - Bandon State Natural Area - Redwood National Park - Eureka
Start your morning with a drive to Bandon State Natural Area. You will be amazed by the scenery along the scenic Beach Loop with sights such as the Bandon Rocks and Face Rock, known to many from the American Indian legend. Next, enjoy a cruise up the spectacular Rogue River taking you into Oregon’s rugged wilderness for a chance to see bald eagles, cormorants, seals and blue heron. Continuing south, you enter the redwood country of California. Visit the famous Redwood National Park, home to some of the world''s tallest trees. Inside the park you will see some of these trees that are close to 300 feet tall and understand why the sun seldom hits the ground! Tonight, arrive in Eureka for your overnight stay.

Day 6
Eureka - San Francisco
Enjoy a delightful tour through the historic timber and fishing village of Eureka and behold the beautiful Victorian architecture of Old Town. Journey through more redwood forests, including the “Avenue of the Giants,” a scenic highway loaded with towering redwoods. Next, drive over the legendary Golden Gate Bridge and arrive in the “City by the Bay,” San Francisco. Tonight, enjoy dinner on Pier 39 which offers exceptional views of San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge.

Day 7
San Francisco
Discover this amazing city with a fascinating sightseeing tour that highlights the city''s most popular landmarks. You will see the stunning Twin Peaks, the Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown and Fisherman''s Wharf. Following this tour, the remainder of your day is at leisure to explore this fun-loving city on your own.

Day 8
San Francisco - Tour Ends
Today you will head home with many pleasant memories of your vacation in the rugged Pacific Northwest and the state of California.

Day 1
Arrive Portland, Oregon - Tour Begins
Your scenic tour through the Pacific Northwest and California begins with a relaxing stay in Portland, North America''s "Best Big City."

Day 2
Portland - Mt. St. Helens - Portland
Your morning tour of Portland includes two of its famous gardens, the spectacular International Rose Test Garden and the serene Japanese Gardens. Next, travel to the Mt. St. Helens Visitor Center where you learn about the 1980 eruption of Mt. St. Helens, as well as the history of the state park.

Day 3
Portland - Cascade Mountains - Portland
Drive along the Mt. Hood route to the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. It''s a day of sightseeing you will never forget. Mt. Hood dominates the horizon as you leave the valley and enter the slopes of the Cascade Mountains. Your day will be highlighted by a tour of the magnificent Columbia River Gorge and the Bonneville Dam, where a US Army Corps of Engineers park ranger will guide you through the dam and provide an interpretive talk on its might, hydropower and history.

Day 4
Portland - Willamette Valley - Newport - Coos Bay
Your scenic journey takes you through the promised land for many pioneers during the days of the Oregon Trail. The Willamette Valley contains some of the most fertile agricultural soils of Oregon and nurtures vegetables, flowers, herbs, nuts and vineyards. Next, head to the coastal town of Newport for a brief stop before traveling along some of the country''s most beautiful coastlines and the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.

Day 5
Coos Bay - Bandon State Natural Area - Redwood National Park - Eureka
Start your morning with a drive to Bandon State Natural Area. You will be amazed by the scenery along the scenic Beach Loop with sights such as the Bandon Rocks and Face Rock, known to many from the American Indian legend. Next, enjoy a cruise up the spectacular Rogue River taking you into Oregon’s rugged wilderness for a chance to see bald eagles, cormorants, seals and blue heron. Continuing south, you enter the redwood country of California. Visit the famous Redwood National Park, home to some of the world''s tallest trees. Inside the park you will see some of these trees that are close to 300 feet tall and understand why the sun seldom hits the ground! Tonight, arrive in Eureka for your overnight stay.

Day 6
Eureka - San Francisco
Enjoy a delightful tour through the historic timber and fishing village of Eureka and behold the beautiful Victorian architecture of Old Town. Journey through more redwood forests, including the “Avenue of the Giants,” a scenic highway loaded with towering redwoods. Next, drive over the legendary Golden Gate Bridge and arrive in the “City by the Bay,” San Francisco. Tonight, enjoy dinner on Pier 39 which offers exceptional views of San Francisco Bay and the Bay Bridge.

Day 7
San Francisco
Discover this amazing city with a fascinating sightseeing tour that highlights the city''s most popular landmarks. You will see the stunning Twin Peaks, the Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown and Fisherman''s Wharf. Following this tour, the remainder of your day is at leisure to explore this fun-loving city on your own.

Day 8
San Francisco - Tour Ends
Today you will head home with many pleasant memories of your vacation in the rugged Pacific Northwest and the state of California.

 

Dates & Prices

To book a tour, call and speak to one of our live, experienced travel consultants, Call us now at 1-800-942-3301.

         
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Sightseeing Highlights

This tour visits Seattle, Portland, Cascade Mountains, Redwood National Park, and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Learn about one of America's greatest volcanic eruptions with a visit to Mount St. Helens Visitor Center.

Travel along the magnificent Bandon Beach Loop in Bandon State Natural Area to see the famed Face Rock.

Enjoy dinner on Pier 39 and experience postcard views of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge.
Tour of the Columbia River Gorge and the Bonneville Dam, where a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers park ranger will guide you through the dam and provide an interactive talk.

Enjoy a cruise up the spectacular Rogue River taking you into Oregon's rugged wilderness
 

Yosemite, Lake Tahoe & San Francisco
8 Days

Countries Visited:
United States

Length: 8 Days
Type: FIRST CLASS
Category: Discovery Tours
Operator: Mayflower
Tour Code: yose

About This Tour

8 Days • 7 Meals
From San Francisco’s steep streets to mountains that touch the clouds, from verdant forests, pristine Lake Tahoe, and a corner of Sacramento that time forgot, California is a feast for the eyes.

Find Your Heart in San Francisco
San Francisco’s charms are as tall as the Golden Gate Bridge and as tiny as an exquisite dim sum dumpling. It is considered by many to be the most beautiful city in America, and we will spend two days exploring its delights. Our guided tour takes us on a cable car ride. We’ll cross the famous Golden Gate Bridge with its breathtaking views and into Sausalito. This Mediterranean-style community is perched around the bay with a wide selection of restaurants and shops lining its scenic marina. After lunch, we cruise the bay, the best way to see the city’s beautiful skyline, the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island.

We have dinner on Fisherman’s Wharf, famous for its historic waterfront, delicious seafood, spectacular sights and unique shopping. Whether you dine on seafood or steak, your view will be of a bustling harbor with the Golden Gate Bridge arching above it. Hopefully, we can enjoy one of the most breathtaking sunsets in the world and an after dinner stroll as our time in “The City by the Bay” draws to a memorable close.

The Crown Jewel of Parks
After a hearty breakfast, we board our comfortable motorcoach for a ride through San Joaquin Valley, known as the nation’s salad bowl. The rambling hills grow steeper as they ascend into the Sierra Nevadas and the spectacular mountain and valley scenery of Yosemite National Park. This land is sacred to Native Americans, a mine of gold and broken dreams for generations of prospectors, and a favorite of landscape photographer Ansel Adams. The park harbors a grand collection of waterfalls, meadows, and forests that include groves of giant sequoias. We see El Capitan, a one-mile thick granite mountain and the thundering Yosemite Falls, the tallest waterfall in North America. Our riverside lodge is nestled at the foot of a mountain. Before our bountiful dinner, enjoy the clean mountain air as you walk the forest paths or relax on shady benches.

Yosemite from a tram? A narrated morning tour is just one way you will see the park’s grandeur and natural treasures. An afternoon is yours to choose among Ansel Adam’s gallery, the Indian Village, a hike to the base of a waterfall or other activities. Birdwatchers may spot a great gray owl, Peregrine falcon or pileated woodpecker while animal lovers will be on the lookout for mule deer, big-horn sheep and black bears. The awe-inspiring sight of a golden eagle is not rare.

A Lake for Lovers
On our way to Lake Tahoe, the largest and deepest alpine lake in North America, we drive through the rugged mountains and lush forests of the High Sierras. We learn why Lake Tahoe is one of America’s most beloved natural attractions. Our two-night stay gives us ample time to explore its enchantments. For festive evenings, the lake has casinos and great entertainment. We circle the lake and see turquoise waters curve into breathtaking forests, one of the country’s most scenic drives and an indisputable photographer’s paradise. Delight in the midday splendor of the lake from the open air deck or the enclosed passenger cabin of our cruise boat, the MS Dixie II. In the glass bottomed viewing compartment, you will see through the clear waters to the bay’s underwater state park. We pass castles and mansions tucked between inlets and picturesque points. A mystical island floats on the tranquil waters.

The Old West and New Wine
Old Sacramento, dating back to the gold rush days, is our next destination. More than 200 shops will take us back to the Old West as we search for new treasures in gold-rush era structures. Enjoy this visit to the 1800s setting before we move on to the rolling hills of California’s wine country. We tour a winery in Sonoma, the very heart of the vineyards, before our farewell dinner.

Now that we have said hello to California, we will never say goodbye. Memories too sparkling to fade will always be with us.

Hotel Accommodations
Days One and Two – Holiday Inn Fisherman’s Wharf, San Francisco, California
Days Three and Four – Yosemite View Lodge, Yosemite, California
Days Five and Six – Horizon Casino Resort, Lake Tahoe, Nevada
Day Seven – Doubletree Hotel Sonoma Wine County, Rohnert Park, California

Day by Day
• Services of a professional Tour Manager
• 7 Meals (4 dinners and 3 breakfasts)
• Round trip airport transfers
• $40 in Mayflower Money

Day One
• Arrive in San Francisco with included transfers to your hotel
• Meet your Tour Manager at 6 p.m. for evening recommendations

Day Two
• Tour San Francisco, ride a cable car and cross the Golden Gate Bridge
• Browse shops in Sausalito
• San Francisco Bay cruise
• Dinner on Fisherman’s Wharf

Day Three
• Drive through San Joaquin Valley and into the Sierra Nevada Mountains
• Dinner at Yosemite View Lodge

Day Four
• Breakfast at your hotel
• Morning guided tram tour of Yosemite National Park
• Afternoon at leisure

Day Five
• Breakfast at your hotel
• Drive through the High Sierras
• Check into Lake Tahoe resort
• Dinner

Day Six
• Circle tour of Lake Tahoe by land
• Cruise Lake Tahoe aboard the MS Dixie II

Day Seven
• Visit Old Sacramento
• Sonoma Valley winery tour with tasting
• Farewell dinner

Day Eight
• Breakfast at your hotel
• Group transfer to San Francisco International Airport for flights after 12 p.m.

2008 Departure Dates
June 16
July 14, 21
August 4, 18
September 15, 22, 29
October 6

Per Person Rates
Twin $1,698
Single add $799
Triple deduct $14

Call for air rates and schedules from your city to and from San Francisco International Airport.

Rooms for the night before the tour are available. Cost for a room in San Francisco is $219,
tax included.


 

 

 


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