14 days Las Vegas to San Francisco
14-day West Coast Adventure
From the hipster culture of San Francisco to the iconic Route 66 - America both old and new lies in wait on this West Coast Adventure.
Gorgeous coastlines, bustling cities, and verdant National Parks – that’s what awaits you on the West Coast Adventure. Traversing from the bright lights of Las Vegas to the wide-open spaces of Yosemite, you’ll explore LA’s glittering coastline and the otherworldy Grand Canyon as you go. For anyone looking for a true taste of America’s West Coast, this group tour is the one for you!
What's included
Accommodation
Including a casino hotel in Vegas and city centre hostels elsewhere.
Adventure Leader
Local Adventure Leaders throughout the whole tour.
Transport
All transport including ferries, a private van, buses and train transport.
Activities
A selection of activities included. Optional activities can be added.
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West Coast America Tour Stops
Day 1-3: Las Vegas
Experience all the excitement of Sin City with its array of majestic hotels, casinos and all forms of entertainment! Sleep in a luxury hotel, take a walking tour of the city's landmarks, and explore everything that Vegas has to offer.
Day 3-5: Williams & the Grand Canyon
Explore the iconic Route 66 in Seligman, visit the Hoover Dam, and stay in a cabin overnight before exploring the majestic Grand Canyon. Take in the sunset, before heading back to Vegas via Williams for a spot of axe-throwing.
Day 6-9: LA
Enjoy the delights of Los Angeles and explore the relaxed Santa Monica. Take a beach volleyball class, head to the Walk of Fame, and hike to the Griffith Observatory - all while still enjoying LA on your own time.
Day 10-11: Yosemite
Transfer to one of the world's most beautiful National Parks: Yosemite. Take a guided hike through this natural paradise, and spend some time exploring the cliffs, waterfalls, and verdant forests on your own time.
Day 12-14: San Fran
Cycle across the impressive Golden Gate Bridge and view the city from the other side of the water. Take walking tours to explore the cultural scenes of some of the city's finest neighbourhoods and explore the foodie paradise. Head to Alcatraz, if you dare!
14-day West Coast Adventure Group Tour
Day 1: Las Vegas
Welcome to the USA, and the start of your West Coast America Tour! After spending your morning at your own leisure in Vegas, you’ll meet your Adventure Leader and the rest of your group at the entrance to Luxor Hotel’s Aurora Bar in the afternoon. Here, you’ll get a trip briefing, where you’ll learn about the forthcoming adventures and how to stay safe in America.
After that, it’s time to walk the Strip! Take in the hustle, bustle, and bright lights of Vegas – and break for dinner at Café Hollywood, a classic diner. Take a look at the Bellagio Water Show while you’re out and about!
If you’d like, we can point you towards some of the city’s best nightlife… don’t worry, you’ve got a relaxed start tomorrow!
Day 2: Las Vegas
Spend this morning relaxing by the Luxor’s pool, or check out Caesar’s Palace or the Venetian. However, be sure to meet back up in the early afternoon, where we’ll take you on the Viva Las Vegas tour! You’ll see the city’s best landmarks, like the Vegas sign, the Arts district, and Circus Circus!
This evening, enjoy dinner at Dona Maria’s, where you can try home-style tamales, fajitas – and margaritas! After, why not opt to take in one of Las Vegas’s legendary shows? These can range from magic shows to incredible Cirque du Soleil performances.
Day 3: Vegas, Seligman & Williams
This morning, transfer to the next destination on your West Coast Adventure… via a couple of iconic locations. Grab enough food to last you the day at Trader Joe’s – and then we’re off!
First of all, you’ll head to the Hoover Dam, where you’ll take a quick hike to the Mike O’Callagan-Pat Tillman Memorial Bridge and learn about this marvel of engineering. After this, stop to eat some of your food at the Locomotive Park in the scenic Kingman, Arizona.
Next, we’ll visit the rustic Seligman – birthplace of Route 66 and the inspiration for Pixar’s Cars. Explore the area and grab some iconic snaps, before we jump back in the bus – bound for Williams, Arizona! You’ll arrive at an amazing glamping site, where you’ll check into a cozy cabin before you grab dinner at the Cruiser’s Route 66 Café.
Day 4: Grand Canyon
This morning, it’s off in the morning to one of the world’s most remarkable sites – the Grand Canyon! You’ll have a free day for hiking and sightseeing at one of the world’s seven natural wonders. If you’d like a suggestion, we recommend following the Rim Trail around the area.
This evening, regroup at the Hopi House to watch the beautiful sunset – and wait for the stars to come out! We’ll then all return to the campsite, where we’ll sit around the fire and eat – what else? – s’mores!
Day 5: Williams & Las Vegas
We’re off this morning to head back to Vegas – via Williams! Before we get too comfy on the van, you’ll get the chance to try an unmissable activity… axe throwing! If you’d rather now, you can opt to learn more about America’s complex history with firearms when you pay a visit to a local shooting range.
After that, you’ve got time for a spot of shopping, lunch, and wandering the cowboy-esque of Williams before we jump back in the van. We’ll transfer back to Vegas in the mid/late-afternoon, where you’ll then have a free night to explore the city as you wish! Why not visit the MOB Museum or the Star Wars-themed Millenium Fandom Bar?
Day 6: Santa Monica
We’re off to the next stop on your West Coast Adventure – Los Angeles! We’ll arrive in Santa Monica in the early afternoon, where you’ll have some time to explore the sights and shops of the 3rd Street Promenade under your own steam.
This evening, opt to join your fellow travellers for a delicious meal at Trejo’s Tacos – before our next unmissable activity begins. We’ll take you for a stroll along the beach at sunset, before we all take part in the arcade challenge along the Santa Monica Pier!
Day 7: Santa Monica
This morning, you’ll take the metro to the iconic Sunset Boulevard, where you’ll get a chance to stargaze during the day at the Hollywood Walk of Fame! After this, we’ll treat you to a taste of California with a visit to In-N-Out Burger, before you enjoy some free time to explore the area. Why not check out the Hollywood Film Museum?
We’ll rendezvous in the mid-afternoon for your next unmissable activity – a hike from Griffith Park to the iconic Griffith Observatory! Along the way, you’ll get amazing views of the inimitable Hollywood sign, and you’ll arrive in time to watch the sun set over the City of Angels before you explore the Observatory.
Day 8: Santa Monica
Today is a free day for you to spend how you wish! You’ve got some options:
- If you’re keen to make the most of your time in LA, you could opt to splash out on a day pass to Disneyland or Universal Studios!
- If you decide to remain in Santa Monica, you could chill at Venice Beach, try inline skating on the boardwalk, or take a tour of the Paramount Studios.
- If you want to give back to the local community, you could spend your day volunteering with Heal the Bay, helping to clean up California’s coastline.
Day 9: Santa Monica
This morning, we’re up and at ‘em with another unmissable activity: volleyball on Santa Monica beach! Your group will get your very own coach and learn how to bump, set, and spike.
Afterwards, you’ve got a couple of options. You might want to soak up the SoCal sun, take a dip in the Pacific, or try your hand at surfing! There’s also the free Getty Villa, a beautiful Roman-style palace museum around half an hour from the accommodation that overlooks Malibu beach.
Spend your last night in LA in style, with an evening out on the town where you can explore the street art and culture – and grab some great food while you’re at it.
Day 10: Yosemite
You’ll take an amazing journey from LA to Fresno today, with a bus and train journey that transports you from the glamorous Santa Monica to the stunning countryside of Midpines.
After a long day travelling, we’ll treat you to a delicious meal at the June Bug Café before you rest up ahead of another busy day.
Day 11: Yosemite
Today, it’s time for a truly unmissable experience – a hike through the amazing Yosemite National Park. You’ll meet in the morning to grab the bus to the Visitor’s Center, where you’ll embark on a guided hike with a specialised guide for a few hours.
After that, you’ve got some time to explore at your own pace and head to any must-sees, before we reconvene in the late afternoon to grab the bus back to the accommodation and get some dinner.
Day 12: San Francisco
This morning, we transfer to the final stop on our West Coast Adventure – San Fran! We’ll grab the Amtrak to Oakland, where you’ll be able to enjoy some scenic views en route.
Arriving to our hostel in the early afternoon, we’ll then take you out for that most iconic experience in the city… a cable car ride! After that, it’s off for a scenic walk around Chinatown and North Beach (Little Italy), where you’ll get a chance to take in the vibes before dinner.
Tonight, why not opt to join your group for a delicious meal at the House of Nanking?
Day 13: San Francisco
We start the day with another unmissable activity – the bike ride of a lifetime across the Golden Gate Bridge! We’ll rent bikes to take us over to enchanting Sausalito, before we take the ferryb back in time for lunch at the Joinery Beerhall.
This afternoon, you’ve got time to explore at your own leisure. You might want to head to Baker Beach, the Castro District, or pay a visit to the Painted Ladies! In the evening, you can opt to join your group for a final night on the town. If you’d like, you can head to a Giants’ baseball game, or hit Pier 39 for dining, shopping – and sea lions!
Day 14: Farewell
Sadly, today marks the end of your West Coast America Tour!
However, if you’d like to join us for one final excursion, you can opt to take a ferry over to the infamous Alcatraz Island, where you’ll be able to explore the prison and tour ‘The Rock’.
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Included on our West Coast America Tour:
- Viva Las Vegas walking tour (Las Vegas)
- Hoover Dam visit (Kingman)
- Exploring Seligman (Seligman)
- Dinner at Cruiser’s Route 66 Café (Williams)
- Sunset at the Grand Canyon (Williams)
- Axe-throwing (Williams)
- Sunset beach stroll & Pier arcade challenge (LA)
- In-N-Out Burger lunch (LA)
- Hollywood Walk of Fame visit (LA)
- Hike & visit to Griffith Observatory (LA)
- Beach volleyball class (LA)
- Dinner at the June Bug Café (Yosemite)
- Half-day guided hike of Yosemite National Park (Yosemite)
- Cable-car ride (San Francisco)
- Walking tour of Chinatown and North Beach (San Francisco)
- Bike ride across the Golden Gate Bridge (San Francisco)
Not Included on our West Coast America Tour:
- Free time options in Las Vegas
- Las Vegas show ticket (Las Vegas)
- Shooting range visit (Williams)
- Free time options in Santa Monica – including Hollywood Film Museum, Wax Museum, surfing, etc. (LA)
- Disneyland/Universal Studios ticket (LA)
- Free time options in San Francisco (San Francisco)
- Giants baseball game (San Francisco)
- Alcatraz Tour (San Francisco)
A deposit is required to make a reservation on our West Coast America Tour, with the balance due 70 days prior to departure (unless booking with one of our promotions, for which specific balance due dates may apply).
The deposit is 10% of the group tour price (unless stated otherwise). If you book on to our tours less than 70 days prior to departure, the full balance will be due within 3 days of booking.
Typically, no bookings can be accepted within 40 days of a trip departure date of our West Coast Adventure. However, feel free to reach out to our Customer Services team on info@thecoyotetrip.com to double check!
On this tour, standard accommodation is hostel accommodation. The price of a single room upgrade for the West Coast America Tour is £1,579 and a double room upgrade is £749 per person – twin upgrades are also available. Please let us know at least 7 working days before the trip starts if you would like any of these extras adding onto your booking – however, the sooner we are aware of these upgrades, the better!
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