Explore the icons of Western USA

Discover the best of Western America on this exhilarating adventure that explores its exciting cities, dramatic mountains, epic drives and unique rocky landscapes. This western US tour starts and finishes in Los Angeles, and includes overnight stays in San Francisco, Las Vegas, Palm Springs, Scottsdale, Williams, Fresno, Tulare, Modesto, Monterey and Solvang. You’ll spend time in the mighty Grand Canyon National Park, where you can hike around the rim and enjoy the dramatic views; and Yosemite, where cascading waterfalls, granite domes, climactic peaks and wild meadows soothe and inspire. Drive along Oak Canyon Creek, one of the most photographed drives in the US, and stop in the New Age hotspot of Sedona, surrounded by its red-rock formations. And then cool down as you journey along the coastal route of 17-Mile Drive, where you’ll enjoy beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean, dotted with pretty golf courses and million-dollar homes. Get to know Los Angeles, San Francisco and Las Vegas on this western us tour with plenty of time to explore independently. Why not jump on board one a San Francisco cable car, or join an optional outing to a Las Vegas show? You’ll also relax in the charming smaller towns, exploring the historic waterfront and wharf of Monterey, walking around Little Denmark in Solvang, and making Carmel and Santa Barbara your own. For those eager for a full Western US experience, this is the tour you’ve been looking for.

Breathtaking scenery, spectacular wildlife, and incomparable photo opportunities await you on this national park tour through the West’s best-known national and state parks. Tour highlights include your overnight stay inside Grand Canyon National Park, where you can witness the stunning scenery at sunset and sunrise. In Yellowstone National Park, stand in awe as you hear the roar of the water and view the glorious falls at the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Witness Old Faithful as it erupts and admire the herds of bison, elk, and other wildlife as you explore the park. Mount Rushmore offers the astounding monument of four U.S. presidents as well as spectacular scenery and wildlife, including mule deer and mountain goats. Also, visit Crazy Horse Memorial, carved out of the mountain in honour of the Sioux Indian chief, and enjoy a scenic ride in Custer State Park, with its spectacular landscape and abundant wildlife. Have your camera ready for the bright red, yellow, and pink pillars called "hoodoos" in Bryce Canyon National Park, and marvel at the sculptured canyons and soaring cliffs in Zion National Park. But that’s not all…visit Monument Valley, one of the world’s most photographed places with its red-rock canyons, mesas, iconic buttes, and windblown sand. See the massive formations during your 4-wheel-drive tour with a knowledgeable Navajo guide. All of this—and much more—are included on this national park tour designed for savvy, value-minded travellers.

Explore the thrilling beauty of Canada’s national parks and glorious drives on this Canadian Rockies tour that stays overnight in Banff National Park, Jasper National Park, Sun Peaks, Kelowna, Whistler, Vancouver and Victoria.  Recharge yourself in Banff and Jasper national parks, where mountains, valleys, forests, rivers and wild meadows are home to bears, eagles, elk and wolves. You’ll also spend time in Glacier national park, with its dramatic mountains, waterfalls and glaciers; and Yoho, home to sheer rock walls and soaring peaks. Enjoy a winery tour in the resort town of Kelowna on Lake Okanagan, surrounded by pretty orchards and vineyards. Get stunning views of Mount Robson – the Canadian Rockies’ highest mountain at 12,972 feet – and rest for the night in the mountain town of Sun Peaks. You’ll also stay overnight in Whistler, home to the 2010 Winter Olympics. A highlight of your tour is a visit to prehistoric Columbia Icefield, the largest sheet of ice in the Canadian Rockies. Here, you’ll jump aboard the Ice Explorer coach, which travels on ice 1,200 feet thick. And on the Pacific Coast, you’ll sail across the Strait of Georgia to vibrant Victoria to enjoy a two-night stay with guided sightseeing, a visit to the famous Butchart Gardens and plenty of free time to discover some of Victoria’s most popular attractions. If you’ve always wanted to experience the beauty and wildlife of Canada, this Canadian Rockies tour is made for you. Please note: Itinerary and description are based on the 2019 season. 2020 itineraries will be confirmed in June 2019.