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USA National Parks Explorer

Some say vacation, we say adventure of a lifetime! Head out on a 16 day tour through seven of the best national parks in the west. From the ancient Joshua Trees to the Golden Gate Bridge we promise you’ll never have time to be bored. Traverse the sandstone giants of Zion, wander through the hoodoos in Bryce Canyon, feel incredibly small atop the rim of the Grand Canyon, stand at the lowest point of elevation in the U.S. in Death Valley, gaze up in wonder at the tallest trees in the world in Sequoia National Park, and hike through the surreal landscapes of Yosemite Valley. With both cities and nature on the menu, this might be just the escape from reality you’re looking for.

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16 DaysLos Angeles to San Francisco
Valid on May 5 2026Trip Code: NUPF
From $4499.25 USDIncluding taxes and fees

Is this tour for me?

Travel Style: Classic

All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard

Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Physical Grading: 3 - Average

Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.

Trip Type: Small Group

Group trips average 12 travellers per departure, depending on the adventure. The maximum is usually no more than 16, but some can be smaller or bigger, depending on the trip. Check individual trips for details.

Age requirements: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

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USA National Parks Explorer - Itinerary

Trip Start: Los AngelesTrip End: San Francisco

DAY 1

Los Angeles/Joshua Tree National Park

Become acquainted with your group and CEO in Los Angeles during a brief orientation before transferring directly to the hotel in Joshua Tree. Once here enjoy dinner at your leisure and maybe take a dip in the refreshing waters of the hotel pool.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Today, the adventure begins. Be sure to arrive in time to meet your group. After introductions, your CEO will review the details of your trip.

Private Vehicle:
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Field Station Joshua Tree:
Field Station Joshua Tree

USA National Parks Explorer - Itinerary

Trip Start: Los AngelesTrip End: San Francisco
DAY 1
Los Angeles/Joshua Tree National Park

DAY 1

Los Angeles/Joshua Tree National Park

Become acquainted with your group and CEO in Los Angeles during a brief orientation before transferring directly to the hotel in Joshua Tree. Once here enjoy dinner at your leisure and maybe take a dip in the refreshing waters of the hotel pool.

Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group:
Today, the adventure begins. Be sure to arrive in time to meet your group. After introductions, your CEO will review the details of your trip.

Private Vehicle:
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.

Field Station Joshua Tree:
Field Station Joshua Tree

DAY 2
Joshua Tree
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DAY 3
Palm Springs/Zion National Park
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DAY 4
Zion National Park
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DAY 5
Zion National Park/Bryce Canyon National Park
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DAY 6
Bryce Canyon to Monument Valley
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DAY 7
Monument Valley/Grand Canyon National Park
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DAY 8
Grand Canyon National Park
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DAY 9
Grand Canyon/Las Vegas
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DAY 10
Las Vegas, Death Valley and Bakersfield
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DAY 11
Sequoia National Park
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DAY 12
Sequoia National Park
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DAY 13
Yosemite National Park
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DAY 14
Yosemite National Park
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DAY 15
Yosemite National Park/San Francisco
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DAY 16
San Francisco
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What’s Included

  • Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Joshua Tree National Park visit
  • Zion National Park
  • Bryce Canyon National Park visit
  • Horseshoe Bend visit
  • Navajo guided Monument Valley jeep tour
  • Full day hiking in Grand Canyon National Park
  • Drive Route 66 drive
  • Death Valley National Park visit
  • Sequoia National Park visit
  • Yosemite National Park visit
  • Entrance fees to all national parks and monuments with hiking and walking excursions
  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
Accommodations
  • Hotel (15 nts).
Meals
  • 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches
Transportation
  • Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking.
Staff & experts
  • 1 CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

USA National Parks Explorer Departure Dates

All Years

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Sat, Apr 04 2026Sun, Apr 19 2026Sold Out $4,274.25 USD
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Sat, Apr 11 2026Sun, Apr 26 2026Sold Out $4,274.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, May 02 2026Sun, May 17 2026Sold Out $4,274.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Jun 27 2026Sun, Jul 12 2026Open (4)$4,499.25 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)
Sat, Jul 25 2026Sun, Aug 09 2026Open (7)$4,611.75 USD
(price includes taxes and fees)

USEFUL INFO

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group. Joshua Tree National Park visit. Zion National Park. Bryce Canyon National Park visit. Horseshoe Bend visit. Navajo guided Monument Valley jeep tour. Full day hiking in Grand Canyon National Park. Drive Route 66 drive. Death Valley National Park visit. Sequoia National Park visit. Yosemite National Park visit. Entrance fees to all national parks and monuments with hiking and walking excursions. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.

Hike amid the rock formations in Joshua Tree, See Horseshoe Bend, Join a Navajo guided jeep tour of Monument Valley, Watch the sunset at the Grand Canyon, See the biggest trees in the world in Sequoia National Park, Hike Yosemite National Park

The information in this trip details document has been compiled with care and is provided in good faith. However it is subject to change, and does not form part of the contract between the client and the operator. The itinerary featured is correct at time of printing. It may differ slightly to the one in the brochure. Occasionally our itineraries change as we make improvements that stem from past travellers, comments and our own research. Sometimes it can be a small change like adding an extra meal along the itinerary. Sometimes the change may result in us altering the tour for the coming year. Ultimately, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding experience. Please note that our brochure is usually released in November each year. If you have booked from the previous brochure you may find there have been some changes to the itinerary.

VERY IMPORTANT: Please ensure that you print a final copy of your Trip Details to review a couple of days prior to travel, in case there have been changes that affect your plans.

While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.

Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.

1.TRAVEL DAYS
In order to cover the vast distance in North America to be able to visit several different parks and cities along our trip, we will have a couple of long driving days.

2. WALKS AND HIKES - OPTIONAL
All walks and hikes proposed by our CEO will be easy to moderate level. You may choose to participate or not, but exploring our national parks on foot is part of our way of travelling. It’s a healthy way to discover North America’s beauty and landscape.

ANGELS LANDING
Please note that while the trail to Angels Landing is not included in this itinerary, it is available to be done independently. If you’re interested in continuing to the top, you must apply ahead of time for a permit via the National Park’s lottery system at this website.

3. COMBO TRIP
Please note that some trips could be a combination of multiple G Adventure tours. You should expect some group members to join or leave the tour between tour segments.

4. LEGAL DRINKING AGE
Please note that the legal drinking age in the United States is 21 and in Canada, 19 (with Alberta and Quebec at 18). Many bars and clubs will ask for ID at the door, therefore listening to live music in certain bars or spending a night out in Las Vegas or New Orleans is not possible when you are under the legal age, even if you don't plan on consuming alcohol. Drinking laws in both countries are strictly enforced and our CEOs are unable to help those under age obtain alcohol of any kind.

While this should not stop those under legal drinking age from booking a tour, it is important to note that if a traveller is under-age there are certain optional nighttime activities that they may not legally be able to participate in. When trying to book the right trip, we recommend that travellers under legal drinking age take this into consideration when booking a tour that visits several big cities.

5. LAS VEGAS HOTELS
Las Vegas is known for glitz and glamour, and is an adult’s playground for the senses. However, hotel standards are different than in many other cities. Most hotels have an onsite casino, and smoking is permitted indoors. Although we only use non-smoking rooms on our tours and do our best to offer a smoke free environment, please be aware that standards may result in smoke permeating non-smoking areas of hotels.

6. ACCOMMODATION NOTE:
Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary.

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