8-Day California's Great National Parks 2027

Tour Code 183-21069 Language English
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US$4475
¥30203
€3875
C$6272
Rs.425770

Highlights

Larger-than-life sequoias frame your path through the Land of the Giants – experience the natural wonders of California’s national parks. Gain fascinating insight and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® as you meet a climber in Yosemite National Park to learn first-hand about the world of climbing and important conservation efforts. Admire the stars above during a guided stargazing experience in Sequoia National Park. Bask in the beauty of Mammoth Lakes and see the stunning Death Valley National Park.
  • Visit High Roller Las Vegas, Death Valley National Park, Mammoth Lakes, Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Sequoia National Park, Giant Forest Museum
  • View Zabriskie Point and Badwater Basin in Death Valley National Park, General Grant Tree in Kings Canyon National Park, General Sherman Tree in Sequoia National Park
  • See Yosemite Valley's El Capitan, Half Dome, Bridalveil Fall
  • Scenic Drive along Tioga Pass (seasonal)
  • Tickets Included Mammoth Mountain Scenic Gondola
  • Las Vegas: A true must-see. Live “Viva Las Vegas” from the sky as you hop on the High Roller, North America's tallest observation wheel standing 550 feet tall. The 30-minute ride offers breathtaking 360-degree views of the glittering lights and neon signs of the Strip below.
  • Death Valley: You’ll truly feel the solitude and vastness of Death Valley today as you head out on a guided tour of the park’s most famous sites. You’ll discover the unique geological features of Death Valley, a land of sand dunes and volcanic craters, intriguing weather-patterns, and the highest-recorded temperatures in the United States.
  • Mammoth Lakes: Ascend Mammoth Mountain by gondola and enjoy the stunning views over a tasty breakfast.
  • Yosemite National Park: Stay at the Yosemite Valley Lodge located close to Yosemite Falls in the middle of the national park.
  • Sequoia National Park: The Wuksachi Lodge in the heart of Sequoia National Park surrounded by forest and soaring Sierra peaks. 
  • Yosemite National Park: Meet a climber and naturalist that will delve into the dynamic history of climbing in Yosemite. Enjoy storytelling, photographs, see the old and new climbing gear, as well as ask questions about how they help improve trails, restore habitat, protect wildlife, and inspire the next generation of nature-lovers, and more. This MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience targets United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land, improving, protecting, and conserving wildlife and/or restores natural ecosystems.
  • Sequoia National Park: Meet your Local Specialist and enjoy stories and the latest astronomical news under one of California's most brilliant skies. The Milky Way galaxy spills out across the broad Sequoia sky, an explosion of stars, planets and infinite questions. Spend the hour touring constellations, galaxies, planets, and the history of human space and exploration. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
  • Sequoia National Park: Get an inside look at Yosemite’s fire ecology with naturalist Dan Webster. He’ll share how fire shapes the forest and what it means for the future of these landscapes. After an engaging talk, sit down for lunch with Dan – your chance to ask questions and hear more stories about life in the Sierra Nevada. 

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  • 2 Dinner (D)
  • 7 Breakfast (B)
  • 2 Lunch (L)
  • An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
  • Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
  • All porterage and restaurant gratuities
  • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
  • Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
  • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
  • Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
  • All transport and transfers shown
  • Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
  • Optional Experiences and free time
  • On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized

Additional Notes

  • ARRIVAL: Guests to arrive in Las Vegas at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS). Welcome Desk is scheduled from 15:00-17:00. It¿s recommended that flights arrive prior to 15:00 to avoid missing the Welcome Dinner, starting at 18:00. Private chargeable transfers are available at an additional charge. Guests who purchase private sedan transfers through Trafalgar will be responsible to make a reservation directly with RMA 30 days to 7 days prior to departure. Additional information will be included with documents. Alternatively, guests can make their own transfer arrangements.
  • DEPARTURE: Departure on the last day is at leisure to airport of choice (Los Angeles International Airport - LAX or Hollywood Burbank Airport - BUR). Guests make their own departure transfer arrangements or can purchase private transfer.
  • ELEVATION: The highest elevation point for this guided vacation is 10000 ft. / 3050 m.
  • NATIONAL PARKS: National Park accommodations will be rustic and not always similar to other locations. We recommend bringing a flashlight for use in the National Parks. Lighting is often limited on the walking paths at night.
  • SEASONAL ROAD CLOSURES: Weather conditions may cause Tioga Pass to be closed to traffic, typically from mid-October to mid-June. In this case, an alternate entry point to Yosemite will be used entering through the west side of the park and Mammoth Lakes overnight will be replaced with Bakersfield or similar. This overnight change will affect sightseeing for this day.
  • GROUND HANDLER: This trip is operarted by Destination America.
  • NATIONAL PARK FEE FOR NON-U.S. RESIDENTS: For any new bookings with travel from 01-Jan-2027, due to new regulations being implemented by National Parks authorities, non-U.S. resident visitors will now be required to pay a separate entry fee to access national parks. This fee applies to visitors who do not meet U.S. residency requirements and must be paid separately from any existing permits or inclusions. This additional mandatory fee will be added at the time of booking and paid at final Payment (90 days prior to departure) and is subject to change.

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US$4475
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€3875
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Rs.425770
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