7 Day National Parks Tour from Las Vegas to San Francisco via Grand Canyon with Camping
7 Day National Parks Tour from Las Vegas to San Francisco via Grand Canyon with Camping
7 Days
Visiting: USA
Tour operator:
Tour code:
383860
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
Min age:7
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Tour Overview
This is an incredible 7 day adventure with an opportunity to see so many of America's National Parks and Native Lands. You will enjoy Zion, Bryce, Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon as well as Death Valley and Yosemite. This is truly a trip that you will remember forever.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Zion & Bryce National Parks
Cut by the Virgin River, Zion Canyon is an impressive mix of white, pink and red Navajo sandstone cliffs. Ancient petrified sand dunes towering over 2000 feet above the canyon floor make for an impressive landscape and a photographer’s paradise. Zion National Park offers enchanting walks & hikes for every fitness level.
Stroll around the Emerald Pools trail, enjoy the Temple of Sinawava, the Great White Throne, Weeping Rock and visit the interpretive Human History museum where you can enjoy an entertaining Park Rangers talk on the patio.
After a full afternoon in Zion we head to Bryce Canyon, a giant natural amphitheater created by erosion along the eastern side of the Paunsaugunt Plateau, Bryce is distinctive due to geological structures called hoodoos. These red, orange, and white spires provide spectacular views for park visitors. Bryce Canyon is considered by many to be the most scenically diverse place in the world.
All camping equipment provided. Campground has hot showers, free WIFI, electricity.
Day 2 : Antelope Canyon And Monument Valley
Headed past Lake Powell with an optional visit to Antelope Canyon, we wind our way through more of USA Southwest’s spectacular scenery to one of the most iconic locations on the planet. The backdrop for many famous western movies and home to the Navajo Indian Tribe. You are in for a real treat today.
Hop onboard a 4X4 jeep and enjoy an included Navajo guided tour of Monument Valley. Camp right along the rim and get ready to gaze up at the amazing starry skies, bag your front row seat to a magnificent sunrise. All camping equipment provided.
Campground has hot showers, free WIFI, electricity.
Day 3 : Grand Canyon South Rim National Park
After a brief visit to a traditional Navajo trading post, we follow the mighty Colorado River through the Painted Desert to one of the seven natural wonders of the world!
Take in a bird’s eye view on an optional helicopter ride, stroll along the rim, take a hike into the one of the deepest and most diverse canyons on earth or simply relax in one of the rim cafés and admire the magnificent view before heading back to the bright city lights of Las Vegas!
1 night Las Vegas hotel included twin share.
Day 4 : Las Vegas To Death Valley National Park
Heading to California this morning you will embark on a guided tour of Death Valley National Park. Enjoy photo stops and shorts walks at Zabriskie Point,
Artist’s Palette, Badwater Basin Salt Flats, Furnace Creek Visitor Center, Devil’s Golf Course and the Mesquite Sand Dunes.
After a picnic lunch, we will drive through spectacular scenery to the old Gold Rush Historic town of Bishop for your night stop.
Day 5 : Tioga Pass* To Yosemite National Park
Crossing the Tioga Pass*this morning provides an extremely scenic route passing by highlights such as Olmsted Point, Lake Tenaya, Tuolumne Meadows and Mono Lake en route to Yosemite Valley. Visit the Valley Visitor Center and exhibits, take a mini tour and get ready for a full day of exploration tomorrow.
* Weather permitting- In the event that the Tioga Pass is closed this tour will reroute through Lake Isabella instead of Bishop.
Campground has hot showers, free WIFI, electricity.
Day 6 : Yosemite National Park-Full Day
Spend a full day exploring the walks offered in the park. There are countless walks ranging from easy to strenuous or opt for a guided tour with your expert guide to the premier panoramas such as Bridalveil Falls, Lower Yosemite Falls, views of Half Dome and El Capitan. You can also opt for some free time relaxing or cycling along the Merced River.
Campground has hot showers, free WIFI, electricity.
Day 7 : Yosemite To San Francisco
Today we head to City by the Bay- San Francisco! Your 7-day adventure concludes with a fully guided city tour of this vibrant city. Stops include Fisherman’s Wharf, Pier 39, Haight Ashbury and the Golden Gate Bridge.
Tour ends approx. 5pm
What's Included
Breakfast
Lunch
All camping equipment provided (if camping option selected).
All Fees and Taxes
Guided Tour of Death Valley
4x4 tour of Monument Valley
City Tour of San Francisco
What's Not Included
Antelope Canyon Tour ($90-100) per person
Gratuities-Suggested 15%
Travel pillow, travel towel, flashlight, waterproof jacket (just in case), walking shoes.
Know Before You Go
- Public Transportation Nearby
- Infant Seats Available
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Please reconfirm your tour at least 7 days prior to departure by email or phone. 1-800-557-6989 info@bindlestifftours.com
- The following items are included with your tour: • Experienced fun and knowledgeable Tour Guide. • Transportation in a modern 14 passenger tour bus/ SUV or minivan fully air conditioned.
- 5 breakfasts, 6 deli style lunches.
- Accommodation 5 nights camping– use of a two person tent, foam sleeping pad and sleeping bag if camping option selected. 1 night hotel Las Vegas.
- Park admissions.
- Navajo Guided Jeep tour of Monument Valley ($75 value).
- Tour of Grand Canyon National Park. • City Tour of San Francisco.
- Tour of Death Valley National Park.
- Yosemite walks and hikes.
- The following items are not included in your tour: Optional Visit to Antelope Canyon- $90-100 pp payable on departure in cash to your tour guide. Optional Helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon $270-$450 Pre booking is advised to avoid disappointment. Please contact us to book.
- Evening meals are not included. Local restaurants are available.
- Tour Guide Gratuities Your tour will end at approx. 5pm on day 7. We advise you not to book any flights before 11:00 pm if you intend to fly out that night. Please visit our FAQ page on our website for further information on what to pack and what to expect. http://www.bindlestifftours.com/faqs/ Please be prepared to show your travel insurance and have your passport ready for inspection before departure.
Check out our Q&As
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Can I come on the tours on my own?
Traveling solo? Take advantage of our no single person supplement policy, many of our clients are traveling solo, you can relax knowing that you will not be charged a penalty for a single person booking on our camping tours. Since you will be traveling with like-minded individuals who share your passion for adventure travel, you will be sure to have new friends and memories to last a lifetime.
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How much are the hotels en route?
On our 7-21 day tours where there is an overnight hotel stop our local payment policy for en route hotels enables us to keep the cost of your tour low. It also gives us more flexibility in the hotels we use, allowing us to take advantage of special discounts and incentives. En route hotels where applicable are usually between $80-$90 per person per night and are offered on a same twin share or couple basis. This applies to select tours only.
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I heard that tipping is custom in the USA, how much should I tip?
It is an American custom to tip guides, waiters, bar staff, taxi driver s etc. and it is expected. Your Bindlestiff Tour Guide will work exceptional hard for you, and we recommended a discretionary tour guide tip of a minimum of $25 per person per day on all of our multi day tours and 15% -20% on day tours.
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How much should I budget for food?
On our 7-21 day camping tours in order to help you budget for meals, your tour guide will arrange a food kitty. This generally covers breakfast, sandwich lunch and an evening meal on camping days. It does not cover soft drinks, alcohol or meals at local restaurants when groups decide to sample local cuisine. Naturally, it doesn’t cover meals on hotel stops. On our 3 day National Parks Tour we include 1 breakfast (two if camping) they are lite breakfasts, muffin, fruit or cereal with tea or coffee. We do not include evening meals- your tour guide will suggest local economical restaurants, and usually clients opt to eat as a group and enjoy the social aspect of the tour. We do provide sandwich style lunches – (you make your own from our pre-shopped fresh ingredients). This means that lunches are quick and simple and may be taken whilst out enjoying the natural beauty of our National Parks either at a picnic table or out on a trail. On our 2 day tours we do not include meals. Simple meals or picnic style lunches can be taken at economical local restaurants. There are several choices and vegetarians are catered for.
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How much luggage can I bring?
Please limit your luggage to your sleeping bag (7 day tours), a main piece of luggage weighing no more than 20kg (44 lbs) and one piece of hand luggage. If you have more luggage than this, please arrange to leave it at your hotel or store it locally.
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What should I pack?
Be prepared for both warm and cold temperatures. Generally speaking, on our summer tours you can enjoy warm days, but nights can sometimes get cooler. It’s a good idea to pack a warm pair of socks, woolly sweater or hooded jacket, hats, gloves, rain jacket, hiking shoes, warm coat and of course your favorite fancy Las Vegas outfit! We recommend 3 season sleeping bag for your Southwest USA summer tour and essential camping items such as a flashlight and a decent battery operated alarm clock. On our Grand Canyon, Zion, Monument Valley and Bryce tours we advise some warm sleep wear. Campgrounds are privately owned and operated and offer very high standards. The campgrounds on our tours have full bathrooms and hot showers (bring your own towel) as well as electricity and charging points for cameras and cells phones etc. Most campgrounds have complimentary wifi. Some of them even have outdoor hot tubs and swimming pools so if you wish to take advantage of these things please bring a bathing suit.
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I've never camped before, will that be a problem?
Don’t worry! We will take care of pretty much everything-we supply all necessary camping equipment except your sleeping bag. We call it comfort camping or “glamping”. Our spacious two person tents are easy to put up and take down and our experienced tour guides are there to help you every step of the way. If you are a solo traveler, you will be paired with a tent partner of the same gender. Most of the campsites we us are fully equipped with WIFI, laundry, hot showers, some even have outdoor hot tubs and swimming pools. On 7-21 day tours, helping out on the camp kitchen is a fun way to sample cuisine from all over the world -your tour leader will guide you through chores. Shopping for meals, loading and unloading the trailer, and preparing meals will make you part of the team.
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Free Date Changes
Bindlestiff Tours allows you to make 1 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Bindlestiff Tours allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform bindlestiff tours, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Bindlestiff Tours requires a minimum deposit of 20% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 56 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of bindlestiff tours charges.
Up to 57 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 56 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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