Western USA Package – Escorted Tour in Italian

Day 1 – Los Angeles

Arrival in Los Angeles and transfer to the hotel. Depending on arrival time, first impressions of Southern California. Dinner at leisure and overnight stay.

Day 2 – Los Angeles

Guided orientation tour of Los Angeles, featuring highlights such as Hollywood, the Walk of Fame, Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive. Free time in the afternoon for personal exploration, shopping or relaxation.

Day 3 – Los Angeles → Joshua Tree National Park → Phoenix

Departure inland and visit to Joshua Tree National Park, where surreal desert scenery meets unique rock formations. Continuation to Phoenix, capital of Arizona. Dinner included.

Day 4 – Phoenix → Sedona → Grand Canyon

Journey north through Arizona to Sedona, renowned for its red rock landscapes and scenic beauty. Afternoon arrival at the Grand Canyon, with time dedicated to panoramic viewpoints.

Day 5 – Grand Canyon → Monument Valley → Horseshoe Bend → Page

From the Grand Canyon, the tour enters Navajo territory to visit legendary Monument Valley. In the afternoon, stop at Horseshoe Bend, the iconic Colorado River overlook, before reaching Page.

Day 6 – Page → Antelope Canyon → Bryce Canyon

Visit to Antelope Canyon, famous for its dramatic light beams and sculpted sandstone walls. Continuation into Utah and arrival at Bryce Canyon, known for its unique hoodoo formations. Dinner included.

Day 7 – Bryce Canyon → Snow Canyon → Las Vegas

Morning visit to Snow Canyon State Park, a lesser-known gem with striking colors and volcanic formations. Afternoon arrival in Las Vegas. Evening at leisure.

Day 8 – Las Vegas

Full day at leisure to experience Las Vegas: shows, casinos, shopping or optional excursions.

Day 9 – Las Vegas → Area 51 → Goldfield → Mammoth Lakes

Travel through Nevada’s high desert with stops near Area 51 and the historic ghost town of Goldfield. Arrival in Mammoth Lakes, a mountain resort town at over 8,500 feet.

Day 10 – Mammoth Lakes → Yosemite National Park → Modesto

Entrance into Yosemite National Park (via Tioga Pass, when open), with alpine landscapes, granite cliffs and waterfalls. Continuation to Modesto.

Day 11 – Modesto → Carmel → 17-Mile Drive → San Francisco

Arrival on the Pacific Coast with a stop in Carmel and a scenic drive along the famous 17-Mile Drive. Arrival in San Francisco.

Day 12 – San Francisco

Guided city tour of San Francisco, including major landmarks and panoramic viewpoints. Free time in the afternoon.

Day 13 – San Francisco

Breakfast and transfer to the airport. End of services.

Mappa Itinerario

Hotels (or similar)

Accommodation is provided in carefully selected first-class / superior tourist-category hotels, chosen for comfort and convenient locations.

• Los Angeles (2 nights): Hilton Los Angeles Airport
• Phoenix (1 night): Courtyard by Marriott Chandler Fashion Center
• Grand Canyon (1 night): Grand Canyon Plaza Hotel
• Page (1 night): Hyatt Place Page / Lake Powell
• Bryce Canyon (1 night): Best Western Plus Ruby’s Inn
• Las Vegas (2 nights): Treasure Island Hotel & Casino
• Mammoth Lakes (1 night): Mammoth Mountain Inn
• Modesto (1 night): DoubleTree by Hilton Modesto
• San Francisco (2 nights): Parc 55 San Francisco

Listed hotels are subject to change due to operational requirements. Equivalent accommodations will be provided if necessary.

Optional Excursions

A selection of optional excursions is available during the tour, bookable locally and subject to availability.

• Los Angeles Beach Tour
• Monument Valley Jeep Tour
• Grand Canyon scenic flights
• Las Vegas by night
• Death Valley excursion
• Giant Sequoia trees in Yosemite National Park
• San Francisco by night
• Golden Gate Bridge and Sausalito

• 12 nights in first-class / superior tourist-category hotels
• Arrival transfer in Los Angeles and departure transfer from San Francisco
• 12 breakfasts
• 2 lunches and 4 dinners (including one dinner with bay views in San Francisco)
• Air-conditioned motorcoach throughout the tour
• Italian-speaking tour director
• City sightseeing in Los Angeles and San Francisco
• Admissions as per itinerary, including Monument Valley, Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon, Snow Canyon State Park and 17-Mile Drive
• Hotel porterage and local taxes

• Gratuities ( Recommended for the Guide and for the Driver)
• Everything else not specifically outlined in the "What’s Included"

2026 Departures

Guaranteed Wednesday Departures

• April 8
• May 13 and 27
• June 10 and 24
• July 22
• August 5, 12 and 19
• September 2, 16 and 30
• October 7

Important Notes

• Minimum age: children under 8 years old are not permitted on this tour.
• Joshua Tree National Park: in case of extreme heat exceeding 110°F / 43°C, the itinerary may be adjusted to operate via Los Angeles – Palm Springs – Phoenix.
• Antelope Canyon: may be closed due to heavy rainfall for safety reasons (considered Force Majeure).
• Tioga Pass: if closed, the itinerary will be modified with overnight stays in the Bakersfield or Fresno area. Amargosa Valley and Goldfield will be replaced by a visit to Calico Ghost Town.
• 17-Mile Drive: departures on August 5 may not include access due to the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance event.

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