United States, From San Francisco to Los Angeles

Grand Tour of the American West by Car

Arrival in San Francisco and collection of your hire car at the airport.

San Francisco is nestled between the ocean and hills and charms visitors with its bohemian atmosphere, steep streets and famous Golden Gate Bridge. A cosmopolitan and vibrant city, it combines innovation, culture and a relaxed lifestyle in a unique setting.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in San Francisco.

Explore this magnificent city by cable car or on foot, taking in all the must-see sights from Fisherman's Wharf to Union Square. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge to admire the art galleries in Sausalito. Take a trip to Alcatraz Island and visit Chinatown, where you can ride the cable car. Alternatively, you can spend the day sampling Californian wines in Napa Valley.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in San Francisco.

Passing through the fertile farmland around Fresno, the 13-kilometre-long Yosemite Valley is the most beautiful national park you will ever have the pleasure of visiting. With its imposing granite peaks, such as Half Dome and El Capitan, spectacular waterfalls, peaceful mountain lakes and picturesque scenery, it is approximately 315 km away.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Yosemite Valley.

Explore Yosemite National Park by car and on foot. The most famous viewpoint in Yosemite Valley is undoubtedly Tunnel View. Other must-see sites include the magnificent Bridalveil Fall waterfall and the renowned Glacier Point viewpoint, which is open from June to September. In the valley, a short, easy walk will take you to the foot of Yosemite Falls.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Yosemite Valley.

Cross Yosemite National Park via the Tioga Pass route (open seasonally) and drive from Mono Lake to Mammoth Lakes, which is famous for its ski areas at Mammoth Mountain and June Mountain, as well as its hiking trails. The town is the starting point for the Devil's Postpile National Monument, which features basalt columns, and the impressive Rainbow Falls, located around 170 km away.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Mammoth Lakes.

Crossing Death Valley, the lowest point in the Western Hemisphere at almost 90 metres below sea level, is an unforgettable experience. This desert region boasts a variety of stunning landscapes, including Zabriskie Point and Badwater. Distance: approximately 330 km.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Death Valley Junction.

Las Vegas is a unique city nestled in the heart of the desert. Its opulent hotels, renowned casinos and world-famous shows offer a fantasy world of boundless imagination. Treat yourself to a show or try your luck at one of the casinos approximately 190 km away.
Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Las Vegas.

Take a stroll along the Las Vegas Strip, where each hotel offers a unique experience. Enjoy a relaxing day by the pool, or take a drive to the Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area in the Mojave Desert, which is located north of the city.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Las Vegas.

Zion National Park offers a variety of hiking trails. Admire the desert landscape and immense sculpted rock formations alongside hanging gardens. The strange sandstone formations and, above all, the view from Angels Landing (permit required) are breathtaking. Take the Zion Canyon Scenic Drive via the free shuttle bus (operating from March to November) to explore the Riverside Walk, which leads to the Narrows, located approximately 260 km away.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Springdale.

Continue your scenic drive along the US 89 and the Highway 12. Bryce Canyon National Park is a fantastical world of colourful sandstone formations. Sculpted by erosion, the landscape is formed of pillars and other fantastical shapes. Walking in this otherworldly landscape at sunset is particularly rewarding.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Bryce.

Press on to Page, a town founded in 1957 and built around the nearby Lake Powell reservoir, which was created by the Glen Canyon Dam. Stop at Horseshoe Bend and admire the approximately 240 km stretch of the Colorado River.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Page.

Continue to Monument Valley via Kayenta, where you will discover magnificent red-hued table mountains rising up to 300 metres above the Colorado Plateau. The journey is approximately 195 km.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Kayenta.

Drive through the charming town of Cameron and its trading post, then continue through Grand Canyon National Park. Continue along Rim Drive to discover its many viewpoints. Take in the magnificent landscapes of the park, which is approximately 270 km away.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay at Grand Canyon Village.

Take a helicopter flight to admire the breathtaking details of this spectacular formation. Fly alongside the edge of the canyon to Mather Point, or follow the Desert View Drive route. Watch the sunset at either Hopi Point or Yavapai Point.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay at Grand Canyon Village.

Drive to Williams and follow the legendary Route 66 through Seligman to Kingman, a small town. Continue on to Lake Havasu City, which is approximately 375 km away.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Lake Havasu City.

Cross the Mojave Desert and visit the ghost town of Calico, located just north of Barstow. Then enter the sprawling metropolis of Los Angeles, where Route 66 becomes Santa Monica Boulevard. Winding between Hollywood and Beverly Hills, it eventually intersects with Santa Monica Parkway and the Pacific Ocean, approximately 485 km away.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Los Angeles.

Explore Los Angeles' world-famous neighbourhoods, from the city centre to glamorous Hollywood, home to the Walk of Fame, Beverly Hills and the residences of celebrities. The beaches of Santa Monica, Venice and Malibu are located on the Pacific Ocean. Or visit the exciting Universal Studios.

Meals at leisure. Overnight stay in Los Angeles.

At the end of the tour, return the hire vehicle in Los Angeles Airport, in time to catch your return flight.

• The suggested visits and park entrance fees mentioned in the programme are not included.
• Please note that if you have booked the "hotel only" package (without international flights), you should provide us with your flight details as soon as possible via the contact form located in "Help and Contact" at the bottom of the page. This will enable us to arrange your transfers.

Your stay includes a hire car from the economy 2/4-door category.

The vehicle will be an ECAR Chevrolet Spark (or similar).

Collect the vehicle on day 1 from San Francisco Airport and return it on day 18 to Los Angeles Airport.

The hire includes:
- Unlimited mileage
- Additional driver fee
- CDW theft and accident insurance
- SLI civil liability insurance
- A full fuel tank
- Taxes

The hire does not include:
- Tolls and parking fees
- Options (e.g. GPS, baby seat, additional driver, young driver)
- Fines
- Additional insurance (PAI)
- Vehicle delivery charges outside the rental agency's opening hours
- The rental company may charge cleaning fees if the vehicle is not returned in the same condition as when it was picked up
- Anything not mentioned in the "Vehicle rental includes" paragraph

DRIVING LICENCE:
Drivers must be at least 25 years old.

No rentals to US or Canadian citizens or those with a US or Canadian driving licence.

PLEASE NOTE:
The main driver must have a credit card in their name. Debit cards are not accepted; the word "credit" must appear on the card.
When collecting the vehicle, the rental company will ask the customer to sign a contract.
We cannot be held responsible for any additional charges incurred when the rental agreement is signed.

ADDITIONAL CHARGES:
Any additional charges paid on site are subject to local taxes.

TYPE OF VEHICLE:
The model shown on this page is for illustration purposes only and cannot be guaranteed. Similar models may be provided.