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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.

The morning is free to enjoy Las Vegas. Relax at the pool, shop or visit
any of the many attractions in this bustling resort. Option to end tour
in Las Vegas or at noon, depart west through the deserts of southern
California. Arrival in the Los Angeles area in the late afternoon.