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12-Day Yellowstone, Mt Rushmore, Grand Teton, Arches, Antelope Canyon Tour from San Francisco Tour Code: 978-5321

From USD$1188  
Fri (7/3-8/14)
San Francisco, CA
English; Mandarin Chinese
12 11
Visit Grand Canyon (Grand Canyon South Rim), Las Vegas, San Francisco, Yellowstone (Fishing Bridge, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Old Faithful Geyser, Yellowstone Lake), Arches National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Monterey (17-Mile Drive), Grand Teton National Park, Williams.
  • San Francisco in, Los Angeles out
  • 1 night at West Yellowstone
  • Visit 6 National Parks
Price (/person)
    Single $1738
    Double $1188
    3rd Person
    Adult $120
    Child
    (Age 3-9)
    $120
    4th Person
    Adult $718
    Child
    (Age 3-9)
    $718

Pricing Policy

  • Buy 2 get 3rd discounted details:
    • 1. Cancellation of discounted passenger must be made at least 3 days before departure; 2. Discounted price is not applicable on special holidays; 3. No-show (or late cancellation) of discounted passenger incurrs $1188 penalty fee for the reserved bus seat.
  • Child Rate: Child rates apply to ages 3-9. Infant under 2 years old is free of charge. Each hotel room can only accommodate a maximum 4 guests (adults,children and Infants).
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Day 1: San Francisco

Today we will gather in San Francisco. Guests will be transferred from the airport to the hotel for checkin.
Standard Hotel: Doubel Tree/Crowne Plaza Silicon Valley or similar

Day 2: San Francisco - San Jose (41 miles)

Today we will tour the city of San Francisco, CA. Stops on our tour include the Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman's Wharf, and Palace of Fine Art. In the afternoon, guests will take a Extensive San Francisco Tour that visits even more locations. Overnight in San Jose.
  • San Francisco, CA

    San Francisco, CA
    San Francisco, the heart of central California's Bay Area, is famous for its iconic Golden Gate Bridge, its unique culture, and its position at the forefront of technological innovation. Beautiful weather and waterfront views await visitors as well!

    Fisherman's Wharf

    Fisherman's Wharf
    This San Francisco neighborhood is a popular tourist area due to its lovely scenery and abundance of shops, restaurants, museums, and other attractions. The area also hosts several annual events, such as a July 4th fireworks show.

    Golden Gate Bridge

    Golden Gate Bridge
    The iconic arches of San Francisco, California's Golden Gate Bridge are known the world over as a symbol of California and the San Francisco Bay area. From movies to postcards, the Golden Gate Bridge is an American icon.

    Palace of Fine Art

    Palace of Fine Art
    The grandiosely-named Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, California is a huge, ornate outdoor structure that is part of the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Its amazing architecture has made it popular for weddings and photography.

    Lombard Street

    Lombard Street
    Lombard Street is a famous road in San Francisco that is known for having eight steep, hairpin turns climbing up a one-block stretch between Hyde and Leavenworth Streets. The strange-looking stretch of road is a famous Bay Area spot.

    San Francisco Chinatown

    San Francisco Chinatown
    San Francisco's incredibly famous Chinatown neighborhood in the oldest Chinatown in North America and the largest Chinese community outside of Asia. Established in 1848, this once-small enclave has grown to over 100,000 residents and draws tons of tourists annually.

    San Francisco Bay Cruise

    The San Francisco Bay is almost as famous as the city itself. Guests on these boat tours can expect to see not just landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, but also the mysterious Angel Island, home of Alcatraz.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $33; Child (3-12 yrs) $33|Opening Hours: Closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day

    Extensive San Francisco Tour

    This in-depth tour of the city allows guests time at more of the famous Bay Area sights! See Saint Mary Church, Cliff House, Twin Peaks, San Francisco City Hall, and more!
Standard Hotel: Sheraton San Jose or Similar

Day 3: San Francisco - Monterey - Los Angeles (411 miles)

Driving south from San Francisco, we will stop in Monterey, CA to see the scenic 17-Mile Drive and Monterey Bay. Then, we will make our way back to Los Angeles, stopping at the the Outlets at Tejon Ranch on the way back.
  • Monterey, CA

    Monterey, CA
    Monterey was the capital of Alta California under both Spain and Mexico. It was the only port of entry for taxable goods in California. In 1846 the U.S. flag was raised over the Customs House, and California became part of the United States after the ensuing Mexican-American War.

    17-Mile Drive

    17-Mile Drive
    This breathtaking stretch of coastline along California's Monterey Peninsula takes visitors through a maze of beautiful scenery, unique wildlife, and amazing mansions. Enjoy shopping and dining along the way in addition to taking in the vistas.
  • Bakersfield, CA

    Bakersfield, CA
    A city in California, United States which covers about 142 square mile.The city is a significant hub for both agriculture and oil production. It is also the birthplace of the country music genre known as the Bakersfield sound.

    Outlets at Tejon Ranch

    These outlet malls, north of Los Angeles, is wonderful place to find discount prices from some of the biggest names in retail, such as Aeropostale, Fossil, H&M, J. Crew, Polo Ralph Lauren, and much more!

    Opening Hours: 10:00am - 8:00pm

Standard Hotel: La Quinta Inn & Suites or similar

Day 4: Los Angeles - Las Vegas - St. George (389 miles)

We will leave Los Angeles area in the morning. We will drive past the San Bernardino Forest and through the Mojave Desert into the state of Nevada. We will have lunch in Las Vegas and then proceed east. We will spend the night in St. George, UT.
Standard Hotel: Ramada Inn, St George, UT or similar

Day 5: St. George - Zion National Park - Bryce Canyon - Salt Lake City (448 miles)

Today, we will visit the beautiful Zion National Park. In the afternoon arrive at Bryce Canyon National Park at an altitude of 8,000 miles. There are tens of thousands of stone columns in the park that have been eroded by wind, frost and snow for millions of years. Then we head to Salt Lake City, the capital of Utah, visit the Temple Square, the Utah State Capitol Building.
  • Bryce Canyon National Park, UT

    Bryce Canyon National Park, UT
    Bryce Canyon National Park is named for just one of many canyons which form a series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters on the edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau in southern Utah.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $20; Child $20; Senior $20

  • Zion National Park, UT

    Zion National Park, UT
    Zion National Park is named for the half-mile deep canyon that finds its home here. Over two-hundred species of birds call this park home, living amongst the exquisite geological formations and desert flora.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $20; Child $20; Senior $20

  • Salt Lake City, UT

    Salt Lake City, UT
    Utah's gorgeous capital city sits amidst the mountains of the American Southwest on the shores of the breathtaking Great Salt Lake. The city is steeped in history and architecture in addition to wondrous vistas and scenery.

    Temple Square

    Temple Square
    Approximately ten acres in size, Temple Square is the center of religious activity for the Church of Latter Day Saints, housing the Temple and Tabernacle that are central to the religion.

    Duration: Approx. 45 Minutes

    Utah State Capitol

    Utah State Capitol
    The home of all of the governmental processes for the state of Utah, the Utah State Capitol in Salt Lake City. The building is done in the ornate neoclassical revival style, purposefully reminiscent of the nation capitol in DC.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

Standard Hotel: Red Lion Hotel Salt Lake City or similar

Day 6: Salt Lake City - Grand Teton - Yellowstone (330 miles)

Today we will depart early in the morning and drive along the Great Salt Lake basin. The salinity of water here is seven times greater than that of the ocean. You will reach Jackson Township by noon. After lunch, we will visit Grand Teton. In the afternoon, we will drive to the world famous Yellowstone National Park. Spend the night near the Yellowstone.
  • Salt Lake City, UT

    Salt Lake City, UT
    Utah's gorgeous capital city sits amidst the mountains of the American Southwest on the shores of the breathtaking Great Salt Lake. The city is steeped in history and architecture in addition to wondrous vistas and scenery.

    Great Salt Lake

    The largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere is the famous Great Salt Lake in northern Utah. People visit the lake's namesake, Salt Lake City, every year to see the natural wonder and tour its shores.

    Duration: Approx. 20 Minutes

  • Jackson Hole, WY

    Jackson Hole, WY
    Famous frontier town, located at the crossing of Grand Teton and Rocky Mountains, it became a heaven for outdoors sports enthusiast. The widely praised Elk Antler Arches Park, with its four arches made with thousands of elk antlers is a must see.

    Antler Arches

    Constructed in the early 1960s, the Antler Arches stand at each of the four corners of Jackson's town square. As the name suggests, they were built from the shed antlers of deer, which were intertwined into their current shape.

    Duration: Approx. 30 Minutes

  • Grand Teton National Park, WY

    Grand Teton National Park, WY
    Grand Teton National Park is is located in the Rocky Mountains, Northwest Wyoming. Grand Teton National Park is noted for its stunning mountain vistas, its shimmering alpine lakes and its abundant wildlife.
  • Yellowstone, WY

    Yellowstone, WY
    Largest, oldest and most famous national park - a fascinating scenery of hot springs, geysers, canyons & waterfalls
Standard Hotel: White Buffalo West Yellowstone Hotel or similar

Day 7: Yellowstone - Gillette (251 miles)

Today we continue to visit Yellowstone Park, the famous old faithful geyser, the romantic Yellowstone Lake, the majestic Yellowstone Canyon and Yellowstone Waterfall, the mysterious and quiet forest, the colorful hot springs, the fishing bridge between the lakes and mountains, and other beautiful scenery are distributed in this ancient volcanic plateau about one-fourth of Taiwan. It is the largest wildlife sanctuary in the United States. you will see various wild animals, enjoy their lives here as their home. Arrive in Gillette in the evening.
  • Yellowstone, WY

    Yellowstone, WY
    Largest, oldest and most famous national park - a fascinating scenery of hot springs, geysers, canyons & waterfalls

    Old Faithful Geyser

    Old Faithful Geyser
    Old Faithful is a cone geyser in the Upper Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park. It is one of the park's most well-known natural features, and is famous for its predictability. It generally erupts every 91 minutes.

    Duration: Approx. 1 Hour

    Yellowstone Lake

    Yellowstone Lake
    Yellowstone Lake isn't just the largest single body of water in Yellowstone National Park, but the largest elevated freshwater lake in the US. The lake contains several underwater hot springs that melt its otherwise thick ice sheets in the winter.

    Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

    Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
    This impressive gap in the earth in the first large canyon on the Yellowstone River. It is 24 miles long, and can reach a quarter-mile in depth and 3/4 a mile in width. It is gorgeously colored.

    Fishing Bridge

    Located near the mouth of the Yellowstone River, the Fishing Bridge is a great location to spot the native Cutthroat trout. There is an RV park of the same name nearby.
Standard Hotel: La Quinta Gillette or Similar

Day 8: Gillette - MT. Rushmore - Crazy Horse - Denver (412 miles)

Depart in the morning and head to the world-famous Presidential Stone Statue in South Dakota, which stands in Mt. Rushmore. In the afternoon, we came to the hometown of cowboys in the west, and visited the Indian National Heroes Pavilion - Crazy Horse, the largest statue in the world. Overnight at Denver.
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial, SD

    Mount Rushmore National Memorial, SD
    This famous United States monument in the Black Hills of western South Dakota depicts the busts of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. The 60-foot tall statues are carved right into the side of the mountains.
  • Crazy Horse, SD

    Crazy Horse Memorial is the world's largest sculpture-in-progress, and frequent drilling and mountain blasts make each visit unique. When completed, Crazy Horse Memorial will stand 563 feet tall by 641 feet long.

    Crazy Horse Memorial

    Crazy Horse Memorial
    This in-construction monument to famous Native American war hero Crazy Horse is currently being carved into the side of Thunderhead Mountain in the Black Hills of South Dakota. The completed sculpture would be the largest in the world.
Standard Hotel: Courtyard By Marriott or similar

Day 9: Denver - Arches National Park - Monticello (309 miles)

In the morning, we will head to the world's largest natural sandstone arch concentration - Arch National Park. Overnight at Monticello, Utah.
  • Arches National Park, UT

    Arches National Park, UT
    Arches National Park is home to the breathtaking scenery of natural stone arches, like the Delicate Arch and Fiery Furnace. It is close to Moab and Canyonlands National Park.
Standard Hotel: Rodeway Inn Monticello or similar

Day 10: Monticello - Bryce Canyon National Park - Las Vegas (347 miles)

In the morning, we will drive to the Bryce Canyon National Park. In the evening we came to the splendid, never sleep city: Las Vegas. Overnight at Las Vegas.
  • Bryce Canyon National Park, UT

    Bryce Canyon National Park, UT
    Bryce Canyon National Park is named for just one of many canyons which form a series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters on the edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau in southern Utah.

    Admission (Optional): Adult $20; Child $20; Senior $20

  • Las Vegas, NV

    Las Vegas, NV
    Las Vegas is known as the "Entertainment Capital of the World" for a good reason-- casinos and hotels line its streets, and visitors can gamble, see shows, and shop at virtually any hour of the day or night.

    Las Vegas Night Tour

    Las Vegas Night Tour
    See fabulous Las Vegas at its best-- at night! This exciting tour of the famous Strip takes guests to sights such as the Bellagio Fountains, Venetian Hotel, Volcano at the Mirage, and historic Old Town Las Vegas.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $35; Child (3-12 yrs) $35|Duration: Approx. 3 Hours 30 Minutes

Standard Hotel: Park MGM Hotel or similar

Day 11: Las Vegas - Grand Canyon South Rim - Williams (333 miles)

In the morning we will leave for the Grand Canyon National Park (in-depth tour around 4 hours). We will stop at Mather Point, Yavapai Point and Bright Angel Lodge. We can also take the helicopter at own expenses. In the afternoon, we will arrive Williams Arizona to visit the Bearizona Wildlife Park where we could find the bears, jaguars, bisons, deers, wolfs and etc. Afterwards we will enjoy a western cowboy's buffet here. Overnight in Williams.
  • Grand Canyon, AZ

    Grand Canyon, AZ
    Considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon was carved over 17 million years by the Colorado River. This breathtaking, 18-mile-long canyon has been stunning visitors for hundreds of years.

    Grand Canyon South Rim

    Grand Canyon South Rim
    With one look at the Grand Canyon from its South Rim, it is easy to see why this side of the canyon attracts over five million visitors a year. It is also the most accessible and tourist-friendly rim.

    Grand Canyon IMAX and Lunch Package

    This package option is a great way to make the most of your time at the Grand canyon, including seeing the breathtaking IMAX movie about the canyon's history as well as a delicious lunch.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $25; Child (3-12 yrs) $25

    South Rim Helicopter Tour

    This helicopter tour is the best way to catch a panoramic view of the majestic South Rim of the Grand Canyon, viewing the massive canyon walls glimmer and reflect in the sun.

    Tour Fee (Optional): Adult $249; Child $249

    Bright Angel Lodge

    One of the many comfortable lodges for visitors to the Grand Canyon Village, the Bright Angel Lodge offers lodging and amenities right on the South Rim of the country's greatest natural wonder, ensuring for a memorable stay.

    Mather Point

    Mather Point
    Mather Point is a popular stop along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, providing an exquisite overlook of the vast and expansive natural wonder below.
  • Williams, AZ

    Williams is a city in Coconino County, Arizona, west of Flagstaff. It lies on the route of Historic Route 66, Interstate 40, and the Southwest Chief Amtrak train route. It is also the southern terminus of the Grand Canyon Railway, which takes visitors to Grand Canyon Village. There are numerous inns, motels, restaurants and gas stations that cater to the large influx of tourists rather than local residents, especially during the summer and holiday seasons.

    Bearizona Wildlife Park

    Visitors will drive through more than three miles of Ponderosa Pine Forest viewing North American animals in natural habitats when they visit.
Standard Hotel: Red Roof Inn Williams or similar

Day 12: Williams - Los Angeles (353 miles)

In the morning, we take a bus directly back to Los Angeles.
  • Airport pickup: Complimentary pick up is available from 8:00am to 10:00pm. Additional charge for transfers from 10:00pm-8:00am: $100 and up per room.
  • Please provide arrival/return flight schedules at the time of booking or at least 3 business days prior departure; otherwise, you are required to proceed to the hotel at your own expense. In case of flight delay of more than 30 minutes, please proceed to the hotel at your own expense. If you arrive before the tour's starting date and book the same hotel through Gotobus, airport pick-up service may be arranged accordingly.
  • Flight arrangement: There are still travel activities on the last day of the tour. Please book flights to depart from Los Angeles after 10:00pm.

Price Includes

  • 11 nights hotel accommodation
  • All domestic ground transportation via air-conditioned vehicle
  • Round trip airport transfer: One transfer per booking on the arrival day and the last day of the tour.
  • Bi- or multi-lingual tour guide Level 2: semi-guided tour
  • All taxes

Price Excludes

Destination Adult Child Senior
Bryce Canyon National Park
Bryce Canyon National Park (Optional) $20 $20 $20
Grand Canyon
Grand Canyon IMAX and Lunch Package (Optional) $25 $25 (3-12 yrs) /
South Rim Helicopter Tour (Optional) $249 $249 /
Las Vegas, NV
Las Vegas Night Tour (Optional) $35 $35 (3-12 yrs) /
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco Bay Cruise (Optional) $33 $33 (3-12 yrs) /
Zion National Park
Zion National Park (Optional) $20 $20 $20
  • Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
  • If you would like to join the optional activities, please pay the fee in cash to the tour guide. You cannot buy / use the tickets on your own or use City Passes. The tour guide will arrange the tickets for the group.
  • Mandatory Fees: (must be paid on tour) $75/person including San Francisco in-depth tour, 17 Mile Drive and fuel surcharge.
  • Mandatory Fee: $160 per person, including Arches National Park, Yellowstone, Mt. Rushmore, Crazy Horse, Grand Teton, Bryce Canyon, Las Vegas hotel resort fee and fuel surcharges.
  • List price not including admission to theme park(s) , the fee will be added when calculating.
  • Air fares between your city and the departure city
  • A mandatory service fees to the driver and tour guide (min. $10/passenger/day).
  • Personal room fees such as laundry or valet services, telephone calls, or alcoholic beverages/mini bar items, unless they are otherwise specified.
  • All meals and drinks during the trip (tour guides will select the restaurants.
  • All other private expenses.

Additional Note

  • Language: All tours are escorted by professional bi- or multi-lingual tour and/or driver guides (English/Chinese). Depending on the number of passengers booked for a particular departure, tours and/or languages may be combined to operate the tours.

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  • Booking changes
    A fee may be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Name changes or corrections may be treated as a cancellation and cancellation fees will apply. A change of tour date or tour itinerary may be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply.
  • Cancellations and Cancellation Fees
    Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed and pending bookings. Therefore, cancellation penalties and or fees will apply. Time of cancellation will be determined when notice is received and confirmed by our office. Notice of cancellation must be made directly to Taketours by email or through web mail at Contact Us .
  • Cancellation penalties per person
    (Notification day and departure day are not counted)
    15-30 days prior to departure - 10% of total purchase amount.
    8-14 days prior to departure - 50% of total purchase amount.
    Within 7 days prior to departure - 100% of total purchase amount.
    Day of departure or no show - 100% per person.
    Unused features are non-refundable. No shows forfeit entire payment.
    Trips require a minimum number of participants to avoid cancellation. We reserve the right to cancel a schedule trip to fully refund affected customers although tour companies will make every efforts to maintain the normal operation.
    The refund amount will be credited directly to your TakeTours wallet as credits for future use. Or the refund can also be forwarded directly to your credit card with a 6% handling fee.
    NOTE: We cannot grant any refunds more than 30 days after completion of tour.
  • Itinerary Variations
    We constantly strives to improve tour itineraries and features. If such improvements can be made, or unforeseen circumstances beyond our control make changes necessary - we reserve the right to vary itineraries and to substitute hotels. At certain peak periods duplicate departures may operate, and sometimes in reverse order in which case hotels may vary from those stated on the itinerary pages.
  • Tour Cancellation:
    We reserves the right to cancel or re-schedule any tour departure in accordance with operating requirements or circumstances beyond its control. If cancellation is made any time prior to departure* of the tour, Taketours' only liability will be to refund to the passenger the amount it has received for the tour booking. We will try to re-book the same or similar tour. Please note that we are not liable for any cancellation penalties incurred on any other travel arrangements including air tickets purchased separately from customers.
    We are not responsible for any other travel arrangements affected due to our cancellations.

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