Best Single Travel - 18 - 35 Years Old Singles, young professionals and students travel to tour California, Arizona and Las Vegas on Los Angeles to the Bay vacations

Overview

From L.A. to the Bay, we've got you covered. Starting in L.A., the city known for it's temperate climate and awesome beaches you'll have a chance to make a run for the border to bargain shop and drink tequila in Mexico, admire the Grand Canyon, gallivant around the Las Vegas strip, delight in the natural beauty of Bass Lake and Yosemite National Park and finishing in 'the city by the bay', San Francisco.

Itinerary

Day 1 Los Angeles (Anaheim) to San Diego
The Adventure Begins! Your morning begins with a warm welcome from your Contiki road crew and a short drive along the Pacific Coast to San Diego, where we'll introduce you to "America's Finest City" with a sightseeing tour, that includes downtown, the Gaslamp Quarter and Balboa Park. We'll drive across the Coronado Bridge for great views of the San Diego skyline! Tonight we'll enjoy the lively Gaslamp Quarter.
Hotel (D)

Day 2 San Diego
Fun in the Sun. Today you choose how to spend your day. Perhaps you'll want to visit the World Famous San Diego Zoo or hang out with the whale, Shamu, at Sea World! This afternoon we'll head to Mission Beach to check out the So Cal beach scene. (weather permitting) This evening experience some of San Diego's nightlife! Hotel (B)

Day 3 San Diego to Phoenix
This morning we leave the beach life of Southern California and travel to the cacti filled Sonoran desert. Today's drive is full of ever changing scenery, passing through Cleveland National Forest, Anza Borrego Desert and the Imperial Sand dunes. After lunch it's on to Phoenix and our hotel in the university town of Tempe. Hotel (B)

Day 4 Phoenix to the Grand Canyon
Today is filled with deserts, red rocks and the Grand Canyon! This morning you'll have an opportunity to take a hot air balloon flight about the incredible Sonoran desert (optional). See the desert come alive as you float peacefully above. Leaving Phoenix we journey to red rock country. You'll be awed by the brilliantly hued sandstone carved by sea and wind into cliffs and rugged spires. Get a closer look at the Sedona back country with an optional jeep ride. Next stop is the Grand Canyon! Our modern cabins are located inside the National Park, just a short walk to the rim of the Grand Canyon. Cabin (B,D)

Day 5 Grand Canyon National Park
A World Wonder. At over 1.6km (1 mile) deep and averaging 16km (10 miles) wide, it is easy to understand why the Grand Canyon is considered one of the world's seven natural wonders. We have the entire day to hike and explore the national park. Maybe take a sensational helicopter flight over the canyon (optional). Don't miss the spectacular sunset at the Grand Canyon. Cabin (B)

Day 6 Grand Canyon to Las Vegas
On to Sin City! From quiet beauty to outrageous bright lights - Las Vegas awaits you! Tonight, we'll take a drive down the famous Vegas "Strip." You won't believe your eyes at this crazy place! After the light show at Fremont Street, why not take in a Las Vegas cabaret show? (optional) Hotel (D)

Day 7 Las Vegas
Vegas, Baby! Only in Las Vegas can you visit most of the world's largest hotels and casinos in one day, gamble while you swim, catapult 327 meters (1,081 feet) up in the air from the top of the Stratosphere Hotel, feel like you are in Venice, Egypt, New York, Ancient Rome, and Paris all at the same time, and party like a rock star 24 hours a day! Get out there and do it all - or just lie by the pool and relax. Tonight, party on at one of Las Vegas's premier hot spots! Hotel (B)

Day 8 Las Vegas to Yosemite Gateway
Deserts to Mountains. Recount your Vegas adventures to your Contiki friends as we say "goodbye" to the deserts of Nevada and "hello" to the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California. Hotel (D)

Day 9 Yosemite National Park
Today, we will explore the magnificent Yosemite National Park, with its famous rock formations of El Capitan and Half Dome. When we arrive on the valley floor, you will have the opportunity to cycle or hike (seasonal and weather permitting) or simply soak up the atmosphere of one of America's treasured national parks. Hotel (B)

Day 10 Yosemite Gateway to San Francisco
The City by the Bay. This city grooves! You will quickly fall in love with this place during your extensive city tour that includes The Golden Gate Bridge, North Beach, Golden Gate Park and Haight Ashbury - hippie central. This afternoon we'll say "see you later", not goodbye when your tour ends at the hotel. (B)

Important Trip Details

Highlights

All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!

Included

Accommodations

San Diego

Sea World: Enjoy a day at SeaWorld's original park. See the world famous Shamu and check out the rides and other animal attractions. Spend the day experiencing an amazing aray of sea life.
San Diego Zoo: Visit the world's largest zoo, complete with tram tour!
Harbour Cruise: Cruise around the beautiful San Diego Bay. View the city skyline while a guide provides a fascinating commentary on the points of interest in this stunning natural bay!

Phoenix

Hot Air Balloon Ride: Experience an unforgettable flight over the beautiful landscape of the Sonoran desert. Ballooning is an exhilarating experience for everyone - from the neophyte adventurer to the seasoned veteran, from the young to the more mature. The flight concludes with a champagne continental breakfast.

Sedona

Red Rock Jeep Ride: Four-wheel-drive jeeps driven by professional guides take you around the back country of Sedona, a town noted for its incredible red rock formations set amidst pine forests. Enjoy Old West hospitality as you journey through these historic canyons.

Grand Canyon

IMAX Movie: This movie shows the history of the Grand Canyon on a 23m (70 ft) screen. This movie is filmed so realistically that you'll think you're part of the action.
Helicopter Flights: See the grandeur and beauty of the Grand Canyon from up above on an unforgettable helicopter flight. 25 minute flights, 45 minute flights and heli-hiking excursions are available. The heli-hiking adventure takes you to the Havasupai Indian Reservation, located on the canyon floor, where you will have the opportunity to hike trails and swim in pristine waters. An optional horseback ride is available upon request with this excursion.

Las Vegas

Las Vegas Variety Show: This variety show incorporates some of the best talent Las Vegas has to offer. The professional dance team is joined by a number of variety acts including professional dancers, a comedian, a magician and more.

Photo Souvenirs

USA Group Photo: There's no better way to remember the excellent times you've had and the new friendships that you've made than with an 8"x10" glossy photo of all the members of your tour.

Los Angeles to the Bay Tours for 18 - 35 Year Young Professionals and College Students