Western Panorama

Western Panorama

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Western Panorama

8 Days Starting and ending in Los Angeles, USA

Visiting: Los Angeles, Yosemite National Park

Tour operator:

Travel Talk Tours

Tour code:

UWP

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

25 - 30

Physical rating:

Easy

Age range:

18-70

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

From: $2966 $1631 Operator discount: -$1335 -45%

NB: Prices correct on 22-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on the "Western Panorama" tour, an 8-day adventure through the iconic landscapes and vibrant cities of the West Coast and Nevada. Begin your journey in Los Angeles, exploring its palm-lined streets before heading to the dazzling lights of Las Vegas. Experience the stark beauty of Death Valley and the serene Sierra Nevada Mountains. Discover the ancient sequoias and granite cliffs of Yosemite Valley, and soak in the coastal charm of Monterey and Carmel-by-the-Sea. Enjoy the cultural richness of San Francisco, with optional excursions to Napa Valley. Conclude your trip with a scenic drive along the Central Coast, visiting Santa Barbara and Santa Monica, before returning to Los Angeles. Stay in comfortable 3 and 4-star accommodations, travel in an air-conditioned coach, and enjoy the expertise of experienced tour leaders. This tour offers a perfect blend of natural wonders and urban excitement, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

Highlights

  • Stroll the palm-lined streets of Los Angeles and explore the gaming scene of Las Vegas.

  • Experience the undulating terrain of Death Valley and the Sierra Nevada Mountains.

  • Discover the ancient woodlands and soaring rock walls of Yosemite Valley.

  • Get into the beach vibes in Monterey and explore the charming community of Carmel-by-the-Sea.

  • Enjoy the scenic beauty of the Central Coast and Paso Robles.

  • Visit the iconic sights of San Francisco, including Fisherman's Wharf and Alcatraz Island.

  • Explore the historic Route 66 endpoint in Santa Monica and the highlights of Hollywood and Beverly Hills.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Los Angeles

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Location: Los Angeles

Accommodation Name: Hilton Los Angeles Airport

Welcome to Los Angeles! Check in to the hotel and feel free to roam the streets of L.

A like a local or rest up for our great adventure ahead!



Accommodation

Hilton Los Angeles Airport - 4 Star

Day 2: Los Angeles - Mojave Desert - Las Vegas

Accommodation Name: Luxor Las Vegas - Pyramid Rooms

Meet your Tour Leader at the lobby at 7.

30 am to kick off our adventure with a scenic ride through Mojave Desert to Las Vegas, the dazzling entertainment capital of the world! Ready for endless fun and world-class entertainment? Enjoy the day at your leisure exploring the world-renowned Las Vegas Strip.





Accommodation

Luxor Las Vegas - Pyramid Rooms - 4 Star

Day 3: Las Vegas - Death Valley - Mammoth Lakes/Fresno

Accommodation Name: Mammoth Mountain Inn or Hampton Inn Fresno Airport

Our journey takes a turn from the bustling and glamorous Las Vegas to the silence and extreme nature of Death Valley.

First making a stop at the iconic Las Vegas Sign for a quick photo, we continue to Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Ranch/Visitors Center.

Crossing the valley we ascend the Sierra Nevada Mountains for the beautiful ski resort town of Mammoth Lakes*.

Renowned as a gold-mining town during the gold rush in 19th century, Mammoth Lakes is now acclaimed for its skiing-friendly terrain and incredible mountain scenery.





*Winter Route for departures between October and May under normal snow conditions: In case Tioga Pass is closed due to weather or road conditions, we will not be able to visit Mammoth Lakes and stay in Fresno.





Accommodation

Mammoth Mountain Inn or Hampton Inn Fresno Airport - 3 Star

Included Activities

Panoramic Sightseeing of Las Vegas Sign

Panoramic Sightseeing of Death Valley

Zabriskie Point Visit

Furnace Creek Ranch Visit

Day 4: Mammoth/Fresno - Yosemite - Modesto

Location: Yosemite National Park

Accommodation Name: Doubletree by Hilton Modesto

We start the day with a scenic ride via Tioga Pass, weather permitting, and into the pristine natural wonderland of Yosemite National Park.

Upon arrival, tag along your expert guide to experience the valley floor and its countless gems including giant ancient sequoia trees, the glacial-like granite formations of Half Dome and El Capitan, the astounding Bridal Falls and Yosemite Falls, and more! We will have a refreshing rest tonight in the nearby town of Modesto.





Accommodation

Doubletree by Hilton Modesto - 3 Star

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Yosemite National Park

Day 5: Modesto - San Francisco

Accommodation Name: Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Departing early in the morning, make your way to the 'Golden City', San Francisco! Before entering the hotel, embark on a comprehensive sightseeing tour of unique landmarks with your tour leader and find your bearings.

Spend the afternoon at your leisure exloring the famed city inside out, and perhaps join an optional City by Night Tour.





Accommodation

Hilton San Francisco Union Square - 4 Star

Included Activities

Sightseeing of San Francisco

Optional Activities

City by Night Tour

Day 6: San Francisco, Napa Valley Optional

Accommodation Name: Hilton San Francisco Union Square

The day is yours to shape to your wish, San Francisco has it all! Feel free to ask your Tour Leader for recommendations or assistance in making plans.

Take a cable car ride to Fisherman's Wharf while gazing upon the famous Alcatraz island, and have a true 'taste of San Francisco', feasting on local seafood and the unique sourdough breads.

Roam Union Square filled with many shops and restaurants.

Alternatively, you may take an optional tour to Napa Valley, world-renowned for its premium wineries and fascinating scenery.





Accommodation

Hilton San Francisco Union Square - 4 Star

Optional Activities

Wine tasting tour to Napa Valley

Day 7: San Francisco - Monterey/Carmel - Central Coast

Accommodation Name: Historic Santa Maria Inn

Departing San Francisco in the morning, drive along the coast to the Monterey Peninsula, known for its charming homes lined along lovely beaches.

Here we visit Fisherman's Wharf and the famous Cannery Row, followed by a tour of the fairytale-like community of Carmel-by-the-Sea.

This small beach town is noted for its unique architecture, exclusive art galleries and stores.

In the afternoon, we ride on southward through Paso Robles, a quaint town on the Central Coast for our overnight stay.





Accommodation

Historic Santa Maria Inn - 3 Star

Included Activities

Sightseeing of Fisherman's Wharf

Sightseeing of Cannery Row

Sightseeing of Carmel-by-the-Sea

Panoramic Sightseeing of Paso Robles

Day 8: Central Coast - Santa Barbara - Santa Monica - Los Angeles

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Location: Los Angeles

Cruising the highway further south through the Santa Ynez valley into Santa Barbara, enjoy views of palm-lined streets bordering vast white sandy beaches.

Our next stop will be Santa Monica, the final stop of Historic Route 66, where you may enjoy an optional lunch on the pier.

Upon arrival in Los Angeles, tag along your guide for an orientation tour including famed highlights such as Hollywood, Beverly Hills and Century City.

Our incredible adventure ends here as we bid farewell to newly-found friends.





Included Activities

Sightseeing of Hollywood

Sightseeing of Beverley Hills

Sightseeing of Century City

What's Included

  • Accommodation

    4 and 3 star hotels & inns

  • Meals

    -

  • Transportation

    A/C coach or mini-bus

  • Tour Guiding

    Services of experienced tour leaders

  • Orientation Walks

    Organised orientation walks at some of the towns visited

  • Free Wi-Fi

    Complimentary hotel and coach Wi-Fi ( where available )

What's Not Included

  • Any flights not mentioned above

  • Travel Insurance

  • Meals not stated above

  • Items of a personal nature

  • Tips and gestures

  • Entrance fees to the sights and museums

  • Optional activities

  • Other services not stated in the itinerary

Add Ons

Local Payment: £0

Mode of Transport

Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus, ensuring a smooth journey through the scenic landscapes of the West Coast and Nevada, with complimentary Wi-Fi available where possible.

Accommodation

Stay in carefully selected 3 and 4-star hotels and scenic lodges, including Hilton Los Angeles Airport, Luxor Las Vegas, Mammoth Mountain Inn or Hampton Inn Fresno Airport, Doubletree by Hilton Modesto, Hilton San Francisco Union Square, and Historic Santa Maria Inn.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes stays in carefully selected 3 and 4-star hotels and inns, as well as scenic lodges.

  • Is transportation included in the tour package?

    Yes, transportation is provided by an air-conditioned coach or mini-bus.

  • Are there any guided tours included in the itinerary?

    Yes, the tour includes services of experienced tour leaders and organized orientation walks at some of the towns visited.

  • Will there be Wi-Fi available during the tour?

    Complimentary Wi-Fi is available at the hotels and on the coach, where available.

  • What activities are included in the Yosemite National Park visit?

    The visit to Yosemite National Park includes sightseeing of the valley floor and its attractions such as giant ancient sequoia trees, Half Dome, El Capitan, Bridal Falls, and Yosemite Falls.

  • Is there an option to visit Napa Valley during the tour?

    Yes, there is an optional wine tasting tour to Napa Valley available during the stay in San Francisco.

  • What are some of the highlights of the tour in Los Angeles?

    In Los Angeles, the tour includes an orientation tour with highlights such as Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Century City.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Over 20 years

Reviews of this operator

Jessie Mae Sia  

My travel talk experience was great and memorable

24-Feb-2021

My travel talk experience was awesome and fantastic. Me and my husband was on their Morocco and Turkey tours in 2019, they operated their tours in a culturally fun manner and the tour guides were very nice and very approachable. It exceeded our expection, we love to come back with them in our future travel. Thank you travel talk you made our 2019 as one of our memorable year!

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Jes Snowden (Google Reviewer)  

The Best of Turkey by...

10-Sep-2024

The Best of Turkey by Land was fantastic! If it’s a “tour” of Turkey you’re seeking, this one is the pick of them all. We travelled to the most spectacular locations, and experienced breathtaking moments and views, in every stop! Our tour guide Mustafa was very knowledgeable and talked us through the history of the land. He was friendly and very patient, considering the hours he puts into his tours. Mus was able to swap the days activities for some days to ensure we were given the best opportunity for photo’s and leas tourists in other locations. Our bus drivers did an amazing job getting us to all locations safely! Thank you Ahmet & Ali, you are superstars… Highlights for us were Gallipoli, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Fethyie and hot air ballooning in Cappadocia. The group consisted of all ages, which worked out to be a good mix. The weather varied between 25 - 36 degrees throughout the trip, so be sure to pack the sunscreen and portable fan. Hotels varied, each one having it’s own idiosyncrasies, but overall very good. Some of the days were extremely long but we got through them.. I’d recommend this tour to anyone that wants a taste of the beautiful land that Turkey is ☺️

Courtney Godden (Google Reviewer)  

First time doing a tour...

28-Jul-2024

First time doing a tour overseas, wow what an amazing experience. Smaller tour group which was awesome, great hotel choices, professional transportation services and saw the best of Turkey in 12 days. Our tour guide Aykut's hospitality was second to none, he went above and beyond for every member of the group. His knowledge of his country's history and culture was outstanding and explained in a memorable way for a lasting memory. Aykut's has extensive experience as a tour guide and it shows in every way, many special tips from living/growing up in Turkey. Aykut's planning meant everything ran smoothly making our only job to turn up with your belongings and enjoy your experience. Thank you again Aykut for going the extra mile, making sure places had gluten free options for me and for all the funny jokes ☺️

elle mcdowell (Google Reviewer)  

We had an amazing time...

10-Jul-2024

We had an amazing time on our 12 day tour of Turkey! Our guide Yild was attentive, always was there to help us make the most of our trip and great fun! Would definitely recommend this tour to others!!

Stephani Ferrari Dalto (Google Reviewer)  

I’m about to finish my...

18-Oct-2024

I’m about to finish my Essential Turkey trip with Travel Talk (October 12th- for 10 days) and had an amazing experience! Our guide Mustafa was fantastic. He took care of every little detail and made sure everyone in our group (42 people, a great mix of ages) was happy and well looked after. I traveled with my mom, and this trip was the perfect way to get a quick, but comprehensive, view of what Turkey has to offer. This was my second time with Travel Talk, and I would definitely choose them again for future adventures!

Samantha Treadwell (Google Reviewer)  

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I...

13-Aug-2024

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I cannot recommend the best of Turkey by Gulet for 12 day tour enough. On this tour we were able to see all parts of turkey from the coast line to the major cities and immerse ourselves in the culture and history! Mustafa is the best tour guide who priorities experiences, learning and safety of all tour participants (he also doubles as a comedian so ensures many laughs are had). From sailing on the Mediterranean Sea, experiencing the best food and culture in Istanbul, to paragliding over Pamukkale springs, and finally ticking off the bucket list moment of hot air ballooning over Cappadocia, this has been a trip not to forget. I cannot recommend this tour enough and would encourage anyone going to turkey to book this trip with Travel Talk!

Steph Burnettt (Google Reviewer)  

Thank you Mustafa & Travel...

06-Oct-2024

Thank you Mustafa & Travel Talk for an extraordinary 10 day trip of Turkey. A beautiful country indeed. We had a great time visiting all the sites. Mustafa’s sense of humour and abundance of knowledge made it all the more enjoyable. Definitely recommend this tour.

Victoria McCullough (Google Reviewer)  

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26-Aug-2024

I did the travel talk turkey tour with mus. He's an awesome guide full of local knowledge. There had been wild fires at Gallipoli so rearranged our itinerary to allow us a chance to visit which we did! I spent 3 days on the gulet and was a great way to relax. Would highly recommend the tour as a way to visit turkey and would do it again.

Leigh Anaru (Google Reviewer)  

Just finished the 10 day...

30-Apr-2024

Just finished the 10 day ANZAC tour in Türkiye. Wow what an experience! The tour although busy was jam packed with amazing experiences made all the more richer by our highly knowledgable and very funny guide Aykut. The bus was full of 44 Aussies and Kiwis which would've been no easy feat to control. Aykut and our drivers Naci and Sevki were kind and patient making our long drives enjoyable. Gallipoli was a bucket list of mine, and what a beautiful humbling experience it was, especially the following day tour of the cemeteries. Other than that highlight, the early morning hot air balloon and all the other sites the Kapadokya offers was pretty special too. I will be using Travel Talk again. 5 stars!

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26-Apr-2024

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    Travel Talk Tours requires a minimum deposit of 100 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travel talk tours charges.

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