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Magnificent West – 8 Days Tour From Los Angeles
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Embark on a 7-night adventure through America’s most iconic landscapes. Enjoy comfortable hotel stays with Continental Breakfast, travel in an air-conditioned bus or van with a professional guide, and experience a scenic San Francisco Bay cruise. Explore charming coastal towns like Santa Barbara and Carmel (or San Luis Obispo and Big Sur in winter), plus vibrant Las Vegas and the majestic Hoover Dam. Discover natural wonders including Monument Valley, Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, and the Valley of Fire, with an unforgettable Jeep tour through Monument Valley. Top it off with summer access to Yosemite National Park for breathtaking views and outdoor adventures.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Explore San Francisco, Santa Barbara, Carmel & Las Vegas sights
- Jeep tour Monument Valley & visit Antelope, Horseshoe & Valley of Fire
- Summer Yosemite Park access & scenic San Francisco Bay cruise
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Los Angeles
Los Angeles – Santa Barbara – Solvang – San Francisco. Depart north up the spectacular California Coast to the first stop in Santa Barbara.
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Santa Barbara
Sightseeing. We start our tour when we stop at the heart of downtown at “state street promenade” stroll through the exclusive shops and restaurants at this beautiful part of town which is insulated from traffic while enjoying the architectural beauty, sights and sounds in a peaceful setting. Continue to Santa Barbara beaches and Stearns wharf to “walk on the water” and enjoy the beautiful view of the ocean, we finish our visit at the Spanish Mission Santa Barbara and learn how these religious outposts were key in the development of the entire region.
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Solvang
Sightseeing. From the mission we continue to Solvang, “the Danish capital of America” a quaint Danish community at the heart of California. Enjoy the Danish-style architecture while browse in the local shops and restaurants. After our lunch break, we head north through Silicon Valley before departing to reach our hotel for overnight.
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Los Angeles
Overnight: Spring Hill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport.
Day 2
San Francisco
Boating at Alcatraz Island. San Francisco – Bay cruise – Golden Gate Bridge – Chinatown Today we understand why San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. We start our tour at the Fisherman’s Wharf with a cruise in the world famous bay, On the way to Sausalito we will have great views of both the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz island.
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San Francisco
Sightseeing at Golden Gate Bridge. Return to Pier 39 for a leisurely lunch before an afternoon tour that takes in all the city’s famous landmarks, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union square, Chinatown and Nob Hill.
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San Francisco
Local Flavor at Chinatown, San Francisco.
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Los Angeles
Our tour ends with a night view of the city from the Bay Bridge. Overnight: Modesto – Best Western Palm Court Inn (In Winter Monterey/Holiday Inn hotel)
Day 3
Monterrey
Sightseeing. San Francisco – Monterrey – Stevenson Ranch Winter Route: Start the day with a visit of Monterrey to include the wharf and Cannery Row. What was once a line of sardine factories along the wharf is now a picturesque haven for people to enjoy a leisurely day while exploring its rich history.
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Carmel By The Sea
Sightseeing. We continue our tour of the beautiful California Coast with a visit to the town of Carmel-by-the-sea, home to actor/director Clint Eastwood. Enjoy some free time to stroll in town and enjoy the beautiful boutiques and galleries. We head south to the world-famous Route #1 where we get to see the spectacular California coastline up close (small vehicles will travel the southern portion of route 1 while full size coaches will travel the 17 mile drive exclusively) afternoon drive Stevenson Ranch for the evening.
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Mariposa
Sightseeing at Yosemite National Park. Summer Route: We head east through the farmlands of the Joaquin Valley to Yosemite National Park. This 1,200 square mile wonderland of forests, lakes and waterfalls is located in the Sierra Nevada. Stop at El Capitan, Bridal-Veil Falls, and Half Dome to continue for a walk from the Yosemite Visitor Center to reach one of the highest waterfalls in North America (730 meters) Yosemite Falls.
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Los Angeles
Overnight at the Comfort Suites Stevenson Ranch.
Day 4
Los Angeles
Sightseeing. Stevenson Ranch – Las Vegas Today’s route is east through the desert and Death Valley to arrive at the gambling capital of the world: Las Vegas. We stop for lunch at the outlet mall in Barstow, which is filled with all the famous brand names like, Levi’s, Nike, Reebok, Timberland, Ralph Lauren and more.
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Las Vegas
Leisure. In the evening, we take a tour of the strip to see some of the truly amazing hotels and fantasies that are built in the middle of the desert, such as Caesar’s Palace, Luxor, Mirage, Paris, Venetian, Bellagio, New York New York, Treasure Island and more. Finish off the evening at one of the many shows or try your hand at one of the many casinos’, who knows maybe lady luck will be smiling on you tonight.
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Los Angeles
Overnight: Harrah's Hotel.
Day 5
Las Vegas
Sightseeing at Hoover Dam. Las Vegas - Hoover Dam After a leisurely breakfast, we leave Las Vegas and make our way to the Hoover Dam, understand how this man-made phenomenon was built and what it did to the area.
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Las Vegas
Leisure. After our visit, we head back to Las Vegas for a free afternoon to enjoy some of the many and unique attractions or popular shows that the city has to offer.
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Los Angeles
Overnight: Harrah's Hotel.
Day 6
Los Angeles
Las Vegas - Sedona We start the day travelling across the Mojave Desert, and head up the Colorado Plateau and historic route 66, before arriving to Sedona. Known as the jewel of the desert and considered as one of the most beautiful places in America.
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Los Angeles
Sightseeing at Oak Creek Canyon. Drive the breathtaking scenic Oak Creek Canyon that descends 2000 feet (610 meters) to the valley floor. We stop for photos of the red rocks and surroundings at the Oak Creek Canyon overlook, and the slide rock state park. Enjoy a lunch break in Sedona where you can browse authentic Indian arts and crafts stores together with unique boutiques and galleries.
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Sedona
Sightseeing at Chapel of the Holy Cross (Sedona, Arizona). After our break we head out to the surrounding desert to visit the Chapel of the Holy Cross ( self-guided visit using local shuttle service), and enjoy panoramic views of the Sedona red rock formations including Bell Rock, Courthouse Butte and Cathedral rock.
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Los Angeles
In the late afternoon we depart the Sedona area to Page for overnight. Overnight – Quality Inn View of Lake Powell - Page.
Day 7
Los Angeles
Sightseeing at Horseshoe Bend (Arizona). Sedona – Horseshoe Bend – Monument valley We start the day heading into to the mighty Colorado River, for a visit to “Horseshoe Bend” a spectacular sight unique to this region of the country.
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Los Angeles
Sightseeing at Monument Valley. Next, we head to Next, we head to Monument valley, one of the Iconic symbols of the American West and one of the most majestic and photographed points in the world.t valley, one of the Iconic symbols of the American West and one of the most majestic and photographed points in the world. Deep in the heart of the Navajo nation lies this majestic park, which consists of sandstone masterpieces that tower from 400 – 1000 feet (up to 300 meters) around these sandstone towers you can find mesas buttes shrubs and trees. Our visit starts with a jeep tour with led by Navajo Indians. The tour will take you down into the valley and you will experience firsthand why the Navajo call this land “like no other place on earth”
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Los Angeles
Overnight Days Inn - Kanab.
Day 8
Los Angeles
Sightseeing at Antelope Canyon. Antelope Canyon - Valley of Fire - Las Vegas We start the day where “The water runs through the rocks” as per the local Navajo folklore. We tour the lower Antelope Canyon and visit the spectacular dunes created by the wind, water and sand; words are not enough to describe these formations created by Mother Nature.
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Los Angeles
Sightseeing at Valley of Fire State Park. After our tour we depart this amazing area and start making our way back to Las Vegas, along the way we stop for a lunch break and then visit the “Valley of Fire” named for the magnificent red sandstone formations created from shifting sands and dunes during the age of the dinosaurs more than 150 million years ago. Our visit is timed to be able to see the appearance of the valley being on “fire” when reflecting the powerful sun’s rays into the valley (weather permitting)
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Los Angeles
Depart the Park for an early evening arrival in Las Vegas. Drop off: Las Vegas Luxor Hotel & Casino.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Air-Conditioned Bus or Van & Professional Tour Guide Bay cruise in San Francisco Sightseeing in Las Vegas and Hoover Dam Jeep tour in Monument Valley Tax
Not Included
Admission to Yosemite Park Entrance to Monument Valley, Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, and Valley of Fire $100 per-person fee for non-U.S. residents to enter National Park
Restrictions
Starting January 1, 2026, International visitors must arrive with either a valid Non-Resident Pass (the America Beautiful Pass) or be prepared to pay the mandatory $100 per-person, per-park surcharge at the gate. It is the customer’s sole responsibility to ensure they have the correct pass or payment upon arrival. Starting January 1, 2026, the National Park Service (NPS) is implementing a $100 per-person fee for non-U.S. residents entering 11 major national parks, in addition to standard entrance fees, as part of a new "resident-focused" fee structure designed to prioritize U.S. taxpayers and fund park maintenance. This fee will only impact our international customers. The only exception is for those non-U.S. residents that have purchased the America the Beautiful (ATB) International Pass for $250, which grants annual access to all federal lands.
Meeting & Pickup
Farmers Market Starbucks Coffee Shop - 6333 West 3rd Street, corner of Fairfax Boulevard at 06:30 AM Culver City: 4 Points Sheraton Culver City - 5990 Green Valley Circle, Culver City at 07:00 AM
Languages Offered
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Before Booking
Please advise the country of residence for all guests. (Fees apply to non-US residents).
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 7 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
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