Impressions of the West

USA Itineraries: US48

Impressions of the West - Self Drive

Day 01: Los Angeles

Upon arrival at Los Angeles Airport after the immigration process, pick up your vehicle from a car rental agency and proceed to Hotel and check-in. Get into the city that mixes glamour, grit, and the American Dream: Los Angeles. It is packed with legends, it’s full of energy and there are loads of things to do. For today, just relax and soak in the vibe of your surroundings. Overnight in Los Angeles.

Day 02: Los Angeles

Have breakfast at the hotel and head to mythical Hollywood and walk across the holy ground for stars. Cruise down the shopping street in LA, Melrose Avenue, and one of the best areas for nightlife – the Strip (Sunset Boulevard), with its billboards, clubs, and eateries, before getting a glimpse at one of the world’s wealthiest suburbs in Beverly Hills. A little further west discovers Santa Monica, LA’s oldest beach resort. Known for its liberal vibes, art galleries, and wide sandy beaches, Santa Monica is all about the California coast lifestyle. See the famous pier, which serves as a permanent amusement park, complete with a solar-powered Ferris wheel! Maybe later you can travel out to LA’s quirkiest suburb where anything goes– Venice Beach. A favorite hangout spot for locals, colorful Venice Beach attracts all sorts of people. Get a feel for street life when you hit the buzzing boardwalk, where performers, tattoo artists, hair braiders, musicians, and roller bladders gather. Make sure you check out the markets and stalls, as well as the greased-up bodybuilders pumping iron at the famous open-air gym, Muscle Beach. Later, head out and hit the town's bars and clubs. Overnight in Los Angeles.

Day 03: Los Angeles • Palm Springs

Breakfast in the Hotel and take a day trip to Palm Springs. It is the city like no place else and a comeback as Hollywood's playground with a growing nightlife, burgeoning art scene, and edgy vibe. Famous events like the Palm Springs International Film Festival, Modernism Week, and Coachella and Stagecoach Music Festivals take place in Palm Springs. Visit the incredibly unique museums such as the Architecture and Design Center in downtown Palm Springs. Also, take a ride in the Palm Springs Ariel tramway which is the largest rotating cable car in America starts from the floor of the Coachella Valley to near the top of San Jacinto Peak. Overnight in Los Angeles.

Day 04: Los Angeles • Flagstaff

After breakfast check out from the Hotel. Drive towards the Flagstaff. We say farewell to our California love and delve a little deeper inland to see what Arizona has to offer. This impressive metropolis is situated bang in the middle of the desert and is a sight you won’t forget. Heading towards Flagstaff via Phoenix. Check in to the Hotel and relax. Overnight in Flagstaff.

Day 05: Flagstaff • Bryce Canyon

Today after breakfast check out from the Hotel. Proceed the drive towards the Southwestern part of Utah known as one of America’s National park Bryce Canyon National Park. It is known for crimson-colored hoodoos, which are spire-shaped rock formations. The park’s main road leads past the expansive Bryce Amphitheater, a hoodoo-filled depression lying below the Rim Trail hiking path. It has overlooks at Sunrise Point, Sunset Point, Inspiration Point, and Bryce Point. Reach the National Park and keep the luggage at the Hotel. Proceed to watch the beautiful sunset at the sunset point of the Bryce Canyon National Park. Overnight in Bryce Canyon National Park.

Day 06: Bryce Canyon • Las Vegas

After Breakfast check out from the Hotel. Proceed to the further destination Las Vegas – known as Sin City – a place of dreams & epic debauchery. Travel time to reach Las Vegas is approx. 4 hours. Reach and check in to Hotel. In the evening walking a city tour of the Las Vegas strip or take a drive-through and explore the city visiting famous Casinos like Bellagio-with fountain view, Venetian, and other casino hotels. Overnight at Las Vegas.

Day 07: Las Vegas

Today we will visit Adventuredome theme park – An indoor amusement park located at Circus Circus on the Las Vegas strip. Experience the thrill rides (total 25 rides available). Optional - Team building activities at Machine gun Vegas. Optional: Thrill aviation experience at Sky Combat Ace. Later in the evening experience spectacular shows known as O show which is famous as Canadian circus water-based stage performances in Bellagio. V show is known as the ultimate Variety show including comedians, acrobats, skaters & jugglers. Overnight at Las Vegas.

Day 08: Las Vegas • Mammoth Lakes

Breakfast at the Hotel and check out. Today we will proceed to Mammoth Lakes via Death Valley National park (only visit in Winter season) which takes approx. 2.5 hours drive from Las Vegas is a desert valley located in Eastern California. It is the driest place with a view of the desert, a vast valley, sculpted peaks, adapted plants. Visit the old ghost town of Rhyolite, a long-abandoned gold mining community, and Badwater - the lowest point in California. Continue your journey towards the next destination that is Mammoth Lakes. It takes around 3 hours to reach Mammoth lakes. Reach and check in to the Hotel. Mammoth lakes the name speaks to the size of the mountains, the expanse of the valleys, the incredible number of crystal clear mountain lakes, and the endless opportunities for adventure. There is a lot of debate about which season is best. Whether it’s hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, climbing and mountaineering, kayaking, a round of golf, fishing, or just sightseeing there are plenty of activities and festivals celebrating this transitional beauty. Overnight in Mammoth Lakes.

Day 09: Mammoth Lakes • Yosemite National Park • Mammoth Lakes

After breakfast at the Hotel. Today take a day excursion to Yosemite National park. Drive from Mammoth lakes takes around 1 hour with parking availability or Option to take YARTS shuttle service from Mammoth Lakes 5 drop off points within Yosemite: Tuolumne Meadows Store, Tuolumne Meadows Visitor Center, White Wolf Lodge, Crane Flat Gas Station, Yosemite Valley Visitor Center. Overnight in Mammoth Lakes.

Day 10: Mammoth Lakes • Lake Tahoe

Today after breakfast check from Hotel and drive towards Lake Tahoe. Travel time is approx 3 hours. It is a large freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada known as the world’s largest alpine lake and America’s second deepest. Proceed to take the Heavenly Mountain Gondola ride at the south of Lake Tahoe and overview the beautiful surrounding covered with mountains and panoramic view of Lake Tahoe from the observational deck. In the evening, experience the Dinner Cruise starts at 6 that offers an unforgettable Tahoe sunset. Enjoy fresh menus as you cruise against a backdrop of astonishing views over Emerald Bay. Signature cocktails and fine wines are available for purchase on-board. Enjoy dinner and with an astonishing view of the lake. Overnight at Lake Tahoe.

Day 11: Lake Tahoe • San Francisco

After breakfast check out from the Hotel and en route to San Francisco via visiting the most famous wineries of Napa and Sonoma valley. After the enchanting nature soothes your soul, drive to the 'City by the Bay' in sunny California. San Francisco is amongst one of the USA’s most cosmopolitan and atmospheric cities. Located on the bay, its suburbs are linked by a series of expansive bridges, one of those being the infamous Golden Gate Bridge. Trams run major routes along the foreshore and into the hilly heights in a city where quaint wooden houses contrast sharply with the sophistication of modern skyscrapers. Overnight in San Francisco.

Day 12: San Francisco

Breakfast at the hotel. Today proceed to a city tour of San Francisco. It is a city that the locals are fiercely proud of and for good reason. There's plenty to keep you entertained but the best introduction is to jump on a hop-on-hop-off bus tour explore around the city. No trip to San Francisco is complete without a visit to Alcatraz, so enjoy a bay cruise in the evening to explore the dark side of Frisco. Enjoy an evening at Fisherman’s Wharf. Overnight in San Francisco.

Day 13: Homeward Bound

After breakfast check out from the Hotel. Pack your bags with loads of memories. Drop off the vehicle at the car rental agency. It’s time to say goodbye to the mesmerizing tour that you’ve had. Flyback home.