California's Great National Parks

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Larger-than-life sequoias frame your path through the Land of the Giants and experience the natural wonders of California National Parks. Naturalists and local guides enhance your travels as you explore Death Valley National Park, bask in the beauty of Mammoth, experience Yosemite with an overnight stay, and stargaze with a local exploring Sequoia National Pa...

Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Visit Yosemite National Park, Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Mammoth Lakes, Death Valley National Park
    • See General Grant Tree in King's Canyon National Park, General Sherman Tree, Sequoia National Park, El Capitan, Half Dome, Bridalveil Fall, Badwater Basin in Death Valley
    • Stays With Stories

What's this trip about?

    Larger-than-life sequoias frame your path through the Land of the Giants and experience the natural wonders of California National Parks. Naturalists and local guides enhance your travels as you explore Death Valley National Park, bask in the beauty of Mammoth, experience Yosemite with an overnight stay, and stargaze with a local exploring Sequoia National Park.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal transport included (including local flights)
Start CityLas Vegas (NV)
End CityLos Angeles (CA)

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • 50 Plus
  • Education / Learning
  • Small Ship Cruise

Destinations

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic Sightseeing

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Itinerary

Day 1: Soar Above The Neon Lights Of Vegas

Begin your exploration in Las Vegas. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception at The LINQ before you head out to the Las Vegas Strip. In the evening you will find yourself soaring 550 feet above the center of the Las Vegas Strip on the High Roller, the world’s tallest observation wheel.

Day 2: Travel Through Stoic Death Valley National Park

Immerse yourself in the solitude and desolation of Death Valley—UNESCO World Heritage Site and barren, yet unexpectedly lively land of extremes which we will have an opportunity to explore for part of today. Admire scenic views of the undulating rocky landscape at Zab...

Day 3: Dine In The Clouds At Mammoth Mountain

Take a scenic Gondola ride to the peak of Mammoth Mountain and enjoy the stunning views while you enjoy a tasty breakfast. Touch the clouds through the Tioga Pass (seasonal) and enter the UNESCO-listed Yosemite National Park. Driving past Tenaya Lake and Tuolumne Mead...

Day 4: Stroll Or Hike In Yosemite

Explore Yosemite National Park today, famed for its giant, ancient sequoia trees and grand meadows, there is plenty to explore here. Join a Local Specialist Park Ranger to delve into the natural history, flora and fauna, and people who found sanctuary in these tranqui...

Day 5: Enjoy The Night Sky Under Sequoias And Stars

Departing Yosemite, stretch your legs in Kings Canyon National Park and gaze towards the sky as you greet the giant boughs of General Grant Tree. Enjoy a birds-eye view of the Kings Canyon before you continue along the Majestic Mountain Loop. Towering redwood trunks f...

Day 6: Meet The World's Largest Living Tree

Tread in the footsteps of giants, walking beneath the soaring sequoia canopy to see first-hand the world’s largest living tree, General Sherman. Learn about the Giant Forest and its history during a stop at the Giant Forest Museum, then enjoy a leisurely walk along th...

Day 7: Get A Taste Of Luxurious Beverly Hills

Travel to Los Angeles, where you'll stroll down Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, considered America's epicenter of highend lifestyle. As our invigorating encounter with California’s epic natural beauty comes to an end, we join your Travel Director and newfound friends for a Farewell Dinner.

Day 8: Farewell California

After our tremendous journey through California's national parks, the time has come for us to say goodbye. Prepare to leave Los Angeles and take your transfer to Los Angeles International Airport or consider extending your stay.

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Price From $3,735
Price per day$467
Last Updated: 6/20/2024

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Oct 2022

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Californias Great National Parks

The itinerary was everything as advertised. The sights were truly amazing.

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David Lomas

Oct 2022

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Loved the parks, but could have done without Vegas and Hollywood

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Arthur Mcguire

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It was good the hole trip.

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My goal was to see National Parks and this trip delivered on that. It was a l...

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It was worth the value I paid for! I definitely feel I got my money’s worth, as I usually do with Travalgar!! We always saw more and did more than we planned on each...

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Accommodation

  • Beverly Hills Marriott
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Meals Included
  • 1 Farewell Dinner
  • 1 Welcome Reception
  • 2 Dinners
  • 2 Lunches
  • 7 Breakfasts
Age Requirements
No age restrictions
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