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Board your motorcoach in Los Angeles, settle back and enjoy the scenery while traveling through the Mojave Desert across the majestic Colorado River into Arizona. Discover the unique charm of our desert oasis: Phoenix/Scottsdale, a blend of southwestern architecture and magnificent saguaro cactus. This is your introduction to the American West!

Morning departure through the garden desert of Arizona, visiting Montezuma's Castle, the ancient Indian cliff dwellings of the Sinaguas tribe. The journey continues to the lovely city of Sedona and then through Oak Creek Canyon. The area, known for its spectacular landscapes, has been the setting of many movies. The day ends with a visit of the Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

Morning departure along the south rim of the Grand Canyon into the Painted Desert. Your trip continues on to spectacular Monument Valley, home of the Navajo Indian, an enchanted land of buttes and spires. On the way to Moab you will have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of another wonderful national park in southern Utah: Canyonlands. Its rugged beauty is only a prelude to your next day’s journey.

Continue your tour with yet another magnificent national park: Arches, a symphony of colors and shapes, created by the forces of nature. True to its name, Flaming Gorge will enchant you with
unforgettable sights. You will reach Rock Springs in the afternoon.

Early morning departure for the visit of Grand Teton National Park, with its jagged granite peaks reflecting into a myriad of alpine lakes. Its lush forests are home to antelope, mule deer, chipmunks and colorful blue jays. You continue to picturesque Jackson Hole, Wyoming, the town that epitomizes the true Wild West.

Enjoy a day of discovery in America’s first national park: Yellowstone. The park has many special features such as Geysers, mud volcanoes, bald eagles, and herds of bison roaming freely on the prairies. You have a whole day to explore this natural wonder. With some luck you might even catch a glimpse of a bear!

Travel south to Utah’s state Capital, Salt Lake City, host of the 2004 Winter Olympic Games. Visit Temple Square, the Mormon Tabernacle and the State Capitol before your arrival at the hotel.

Depart Salt Lake City for Bryce Canyon. Spend some time enjoying the unforgettable landscape: an intricate design of sandstone pinnacles and grottos. This park has a stunning array of colors and shapes that even the most talented artist would have difficulties capturing.

Morning sightseeing of another impressive national park: Zion. The park’s plateaus and stunning landscapes will leave you breathless. The park is a popular attraction for rock climbers. Continue along the Virgin River to the Mojave Desert and the state of Nevada. In the afternoon, arrive in Las Vegas, the city of lights.

Enjoy a day of leisure in Las Vegas. You have the choice to visit some of the spectacular hotels, take one of the many optional excursions offered, or simply relax by the pool. Las Vegas has something for everyone and you have the whole day to explore this world famous city.

Today you will journey via the Mojave Desert and through the dusty, picturesque town of Bakersfield. A scenic ride follows through the San Joaquin Valley’s traditional towns like Fresno, Merced and the Yosemite gateway town of Mariposa before your arrival at Yosemite National Park, the second national park in the nation and the most popular natural tourist destination for California.

Enjoy the highlights of the park including Yosemite Valley, and its high cliffs and waterfalls; the Yosemite Museum and Gallery,  Wawona's historic hotel; a spectacular view of Yosemite Valley and the high country; Mariposa Grove and its giant sequoias and Inspiration Point. The park is also known for its wildlife: mule deer, coyotes, chipmunks, blue jays and occasionally even bears.

Leaving Mariposa you will travel through the area of the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. California's gold country, on the way "The City by the Bay". Upon arrival, city sightseeing of the one of the most beautiful cities in America: Union Square, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park and Fisherman's Wharf with view of infamous Alcatraz island across the bay.

Day at leisure to enjoy San Francisco wit its beautiful views, famous cable cars, parks and museums. You have the possibility of an optional tour to the quaint village of Sausalito in the morning.

Leave San Francisco and travel to Monterey, California’s first capital. After a stop in this beautiful seaside town travel along stunning 17-Mile Drive known for its exclusive golf courses, beautiful views and distinctive fauna. After seeing the beauty of the 17-Mile Drive, visit the quaint and charming village of Carmel. Continue southward to Santa Maria in the heart of California.

En route to Los Angeles you will have a chance to explore Santa Barbara, often referred to as the pearl of the “American Riviera”. The city is known for its Spanish Colonial style architecture, lush vegetation and laid back lifestyle. We return to Los Angeles in the afternoon.