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Best Of The West
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A This tour takes in the real Jewels in the Crown of America |
Ref: FTL-BOW
15 days
from £685 (minimum 1 passengers)
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Destination:
North America
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After a brief tour of San Francisco's highlights, we head east through Gold Country to the gates of Yosemite National Park. Enjoy an afternoon under the mighty Sequoias before setting up camp under the towering granite cliffs of Yosemite Valley.
Your next day will be filled with a variety of hiking and sightseeing options. Tackle the seventeen mile hike to Half Dome or just stroll under Yosemite Falls and El Capitan. We exit the park via the Tioga Pass and head for Nat-Soo-Pah Hot Springs to soak in the naturally therapeutic waters after crossing the vast Nevada desert.
Enjoy a full day exploring the wilderness and wildlife of Yellowstone National Park. The first and largest national park in the continental United States, Yellowstone was originally protected for its geothermic wonders, such as Old Faithful and is also home to most of the continent's big mammals, there are permanent populations of buffalo, elk, wolves, mountain lion and two species of bear. Leaving the park, past the Grand Teton range, we reach Jackson, Wyoming - a ski resort town which still has a real cowboy feel.
Leaving Jackson, continue south to the capital of red rock country - Moab, the perfect base for three days of exploration and adventure in the nearby Canyonlands and Arches National Parks. Endless opportunity awaits; take a sunset stroll to Delicate Arch or bike down the famous `Slick Rock Trail´, float down the Colorado on a scenic rafting trip or tackle the terrain high above on a guided Jeep tour.
From red rock country to Indian Country, we travel out of Utah and on to the Navajo Reservation. Met by a Navajo guide, we will be taken on an included Jeep tour of the Monument Valley Tribal Lands. Learn about the history and culture of the Navajo people through legend, song and dance. Hear how Native Americans have embraced this harsh environment, and how their relationship to the world around them constantly changes and evolves. Such a day could only be topped by a spectacular sunset from your scenic campsite high atop Mitten View.
Words, even pictures cannot describe the awe and beauty you will experience on catching your first view of the Grand Canyon. Once again, you will have plenty of opportunities to explore the park at your own pace. Venture down the Bright Angel Trail to Plateau Point, or just stroll along the more leisurely West Rim Trail and shuttle bus out to Hermit's Rest. Finish off the day with a scenic flight high above the Colorado River or take in the I-max film, "The Grand Canyon Experience".
Then on to one of the Southwest's best kept secrets -Zion National Park with its spectacular scenery and diverse backdrops to many easy hikes and short walks. Visit the cedar ridge high above the canyon floor or venture deep into The Narrows as you make your way up the Virgin River Gorge. Hike up to the spectacular Angel's Landing or relax by the Emerald Pools. Like all great adventures, your journey must also come to an end. Leaving Zion National Park we cruise into Las Vegas where the tour ends in the neon capital of the World.
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Day 1 | Departs our San Francisco hotel at 0730 hrs. Yosemite National Park
| Day 2 | Yosemite National Park
| Day 3 | Nat-Soo-Pah Hot Springs | Day 4 | Yellowstone National Park | Day 5 | Yellowstone National Park
| Day 6 | Jackson, Wyoming | Day 7 | Moab / Arches Nat'l Park | Day 8 | Moab / Arches Nat'l Park
| Day 9 | Moab / Canyonands NP
| Day 10 | Monument Valley | Day 11 | Grand Canyon Nat'l Park | Day 12 | Grand Canyon Nat'l Park | Day 13 | Zion National Park
| Day 14 | Zion National Park
| Day 15 | Las Vegas
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Departures Between | Price from | 20 Sep 04 | *£685 | | *Prices subject to confirmation |
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FLIGHT EXCLUSIVE PRICE
INCLUDED IN THE PRICE
› All nights camping included in the price.
› Transportation by adventure vehicle
› Services of a Footloose tour leader
› All camping fees & equipment
› Nat-Soo-Pah Hot Springs
› Admission & Navajo Guided Jeep Tour of Monument Valley
› Admission to all six National Parks as per the itinerary
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
› Walking/Hiking
› I-Max Movies
› Mountain Biking
› Water Sports
› Horseback Riding
› Rafting
› Scenic Flights
This tour is offered by and operated by Footloose who are FTO bonded.
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Best Of The West
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