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California's Great National Parks
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Length
8 Days
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Quality
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Starts in
Las Vegas (Nevada)
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Ends in
Los Angeles (California)
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Available Tour Start Dates
MAY 17, 2025 to OCT 10, 2026
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Activity Level
No Rating Provided
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Language
English
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Guaranteed Date(s)
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$3,355.88
Overview
Larger-than-life sequoias frame your path through the Land of the Giants - experience the natural wonders of California National Parks. Gain fascinating insight and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® as you meet a climber within Yosemite National Park to learn first-hand about the world of climbing and important conservation efforts. Have lunch with a Local Specialist in Sequoia National Park and learn about the timeless nature that abounds and later admire the stars above in a guided stargazing experience. Bask in the beauty of Mammoth Lakes and see the stunning Death Valley National Park.
Visited During Tour
Death Valley (California) | Las Vegas (Nevada) | Los Angeles (California) | Mammoth Lakes (California) | Sequoia National Park (California) | Yosemite National Park (California)
Dates, Offers & Prices
Tour Itinerary
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Dates, Offers & Prices
The following are California's Great National Parks tour dates available from Trafalgar. Select a bonus offer graphic to view its details, including its terms.
Tour Itinerary
Trafalgar Tour Code 751-2137
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1Soar Above the Neon Lights of Vegas
Begin your exploration in Las Vegas. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception before soaring 550 feet above the center of the Las Vegas Strip on the High Roller, the world's tallest observation wheel.
- Meals Included:
- Dinner
Accommodations: Horseshoe Las Vegas -
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2Travel Through Stoic Death Valley National Park
Immerse yourself in the solitude and desolation of Death Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and barren, yet unexpectedly lively land of extremes which we will have an opportunity to explore for part of today. Admire scenic views of the undulating rocky landscape at Zabriskie Point and learn about the valley's unique geological features, history and intriguing weather patterns. Descend below sea level to the Badwater Basin. We continue through the desert landscape of Death Valley ascending to Mammoth Lakes, our home for the night.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
Accommodations: Mammoth Mountain Inn -
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3Dine in the Clouds at Mammoth Mountain Stays With Stories
Take a scenic Gondola ride to the peak of Mammoth Mountain (seasonal) and enjoy the stunning views while you enjoy a tasty breakfast. Enjoy a scenic drive on the June Lake Loop for your first peak at the bright blue waters of June Lake. The alpine scenery of Aspens and willows is a feast for the eyes along this winding road before lunch on your own at Lee Vining. Touch the clouds through the Tioga Pass (seasonal) and enter the UNESCO-listed Yosemite National Park. Driving past Tenaya Lake and Tuolumne Meadows, journey to Yosemite Valley. Our Stays With Stories accommodation tonight includes a cozy lodge atmosphere and is located just a stone’s throw from Yosemite Falls. Tioga Pass: weather conditions may cause Tioga Pass to be closed to traffic, typically from mid-October to the end of May. In this case, an alternate entry point to Yosemite will be used entering through the west side of the park and Mammoth Lakes overnight will be replaced with Bakersfield or similar. This overnight change will affect sightseeing for this day.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Yosemite Valley Lodge -
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4Stroll or Hike in Yosemite Make Travel Matter
Explore Yosemite National Park, famed for its ancient sequoia trees, grand meadows and iconic rock formations. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience through the Yosemite Conservancy hearing a climbers fascinating stories, photographs, demonstrations and a look at climbing gear. Learn about the science behind the emotions climbers feel when inching up a wall. Afterwards, you can explore Yosemite Valley's El Capitan, Cathedral Rocks or Bridalveil Falls at your leisure. The rest of the day is yours in Yosemite where the possibilities are endless.
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- Breakfast
Accommodations: Yosemite Valley Lodge -
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5Enjoy the Night Sky Under Sequoias and Stars Stays With Stories Make Travel Matter
After departing Yosemite, get ready for a unique Be My Guest Experience incorporating mindfulness while embracing the outdoors over a guided Forest Bathing meditation followed by lunch. Then, stretch your legs in Kings Canyon National Park and gaze towards the sky as you greet the giant boughs of General Grant Tree. Enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Kings Canyon before you continue along the Majestic Mountain Loop. Towering redwood trunks frame your journey to Sequoia National Park where you’ll spend the night in your Stays with Stories accommodation surrounded by forest and soaring Sierra peaks. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and spend the evening gazing upwards at the star-spangled sky as a local naturalist guides you through the constellations.
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Wuksachi Lodge -
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6Meet the World's Largest Living Tree Dive Into Culture
Tread in the footsteps of giants, walking beneath the soaring sequoia canopy to see first-hand the world’s largest living tree, General Sherman. Learn about the Giant Forest and its history during a stop at the Giant Forest Museum, then enjoy a leisurely walk along the Big Trees Trail, connecting with the invigorating natural surroundings before meeting up with a Local Specialist and Old West pioneer reenactor for an insightful lunch. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the park on your terms, using the complimentary shuttle system (seasonal).
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- Breakfast
- Lunch
Accommodations: Wuksachi Lodge -
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7Get a Taste of Hollywood
Descend the Sierra Nevada mountain range into southern California for an unrivaled view of the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. You will enjoy a visit to Hollywood, the entertainment capital of the world, for your chance to find your favorite celebrity's Hollywood Star. As our encounter with California’s epic natural beauty comes to an end, join your Travel Director and newfound friends for a Farewell Dinner.
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- Breakfast
- Dinner
Accommodations: Beverly Hills Marriott -
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8Farewell California
After our adventurous journey through California's national parks, the time has come for us to say goodbye. Prepare to leave Los Angeles International Airport at your leisure or consider extending your stay.
- Meals Included:
- Breakfast
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Travelers Notes
* NOTE: This Trip falls under LEVEL 1. Please refer to the Deposit, Payment and Cancellations policies on our website. * Please refer to guest documents for transfer options on arrival day. Private chargeable transfers are available at an additional charge. Welcome desk hours are 3-5 pm and welcome reception starts at 6pm. Recommended flight arrival time by 3pm to avoid missing your welcome reception. * Departure on the last day is at leisure to airport of choice (LAX or BUR), guests make own departure transfer arrangements or can purchase private transfer.* The highest elevation point for this guided vacation is 10000 ft. / 3050 m.
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