14 days tour

Hiking Tour In The National Parks Of The West

Hiking Tour In The National Parks Of The West

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We can match individual travelers who wish to share a room with another traveler of the same-sex traveler, subject to availability. available. No single supplement. All tours are led by by our expertly trained multilingual tour guides. 1-2 languages are spoken on each tour, maximum 2 languages. The languages are preset by the office, but can change with the requirements of our requirements of our clients. Languages: English, German, French, Spanish and Italian. All hikes are guided, except for one-way hikes or Hikes within the Grand Canyon National Park Transportation in 15 passenger vans with or without trailer, depending on group size Group size or another vehicle based on group size Entrance fees to national parks and Monument Valley Cable Car Day Pass 12 x homemade picnic lunches (bread, Cold cuts, cheese, trails, snacks, fruit) . 24 hrs. Emergency service

Meals

13 x breakfast (every morning) - mostly continental (cold) breakfast and some hot breakfasts

Transport

Transport in 15 passenger cars with or without trailer, depending on the group size or another vehicle on group size

Guide

All tours are guided by our expertly trained multilingual tour guides. 1-2 languages are spoken on each tour, maximum 2 languages. Languages are preset by the office, but may change with our clientsโ€™ requirements. Languages: English, German, French, Spanish and Italian.

Accommodation

11 nights hotel accommodation in 3 star hotels with private facilities, 2 nights in tent cabins in Yosemite Valley / Curry Village with shared bathrooms

Not included:

Others

Airport transfers, except in Las Vegas. (approx. USD30) All meals not listed Gratuities Alcoholic beverages Optional Excursions Porterage For Half Dome hikes a permit is required. These permits must be obtained by the customer individually via the Internet at www.recreation.gov and cost approximately $15 per person. Guides cannot reserve these hikes in advance. Not all optional activities are available every day. The group may have to decide which programs To be compromised or selected. Since January 2011, a visit to Yosemite Park requires a Hiking Permit which is applied for in advance through www.nps.gov.

Flights

Insurance

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Itinerary of your trip Hiking Tour In The National Parks Of The West

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival In Las Vegas
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival In Las Vegas

      Independent transfer from the airport to the hotel. Overnight stay: La Quinta 3* (or similar), 1x

  • Day 2 Day 2: Snow Canyon And Dinosaurs F, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Snow Canyon And Dinosaurs F, M

      Please come to the hotel lobby at 8 am for the welcome welcome meeting with your tour guide. Afterwards drive to St. George. Beautiful hikes over petrified sand dunes sand dunes to lava caves. Then visit to fossilized dinosaur footprints. Overnight stay: Ramada Inn St George 3* (or similar), 1x Drive: approx. 160 km - 2 hours Snow Canyon Lava Tube: 2-3 hours, approx. 5 km, Difference in altitude: +/-100m

  • Day 3 Day 3: Hiking In Zion Np, B, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Hiking In Zion Np, B, M

      Zion NP is famous for its almost vertical sandstone cliffs sandstone cliffs that rise 800 meters into the blue sky. into the blue sky. We will hike to Angelโ€™s Landing, an enormous rocky outcrop high above the narrow valley of the Virgin River River, with an unforgettable view. If you want, you can climb from there to the summit. If time permits wade through the famous narrows of the Virgin River. River. In the afternoon we drive to Bryce Canyon in time for a fantastic sunset. arrive in time for a fantastic sunset. in time for a fantastic sunset. Overnight stay: Bryce View Lodge 3* (or similar), 2x Drive: approx. 190 km - 2 hours Angelโ€™s Landing: 4-5 hours, approx. 8 km, difference in altitude: +/-450m Narrows: 1-2 hrs, approx. 3-5 km, no significant difference in altitude

  • Day 4 Day 4: Bryce Canyon Np, F, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Bryce Canyon Np, F, M

      For many visitors, Bryce Canyon is one of the most most beautiful national parks in the USA. We have a whole day to enjoy this amazing park. Hiking trails wind through glowing red and pink stone stone towers that glow in the sunlight. The color contrast between the red rocks, the green pine trees and the blue sky sky enchants every photographer and nature lover. There is There is the option of exploring these formations on horseback (optional, approx. $50). We are sure to experience either sunrise or sunset. Queens Garden Loop: 5 hrs, approx. 13 km, difference in altitude: +/-300m Additional hikes possible

  • Day 5 Day 5: Horseshoe Bend And Antelope B, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Horseshoe Bend And Antelope B, M

      Early drive to Lake Powell. The lake was created by the created by the damming of the Colorado River. The deep blue water reflects rugged, dark red rock towers: an amazing amazing play of colors that leaves unforgettable impressions. unforgettable impressions. We recommend a jeep tour to the Antelope Canyon, "the classic slot canyon" (approx. $70), a hike to hike to Horseshoe Bend, or a sunset boat trip on Lake Powell. sunset on Lake Powell (approx. $55, if time permits). possible). Quality Inn Page 3* (or similar), 1x Drive: approx. 240 km - 3 hours

  • Day 6 Day 6: Exploring Monument Valley With The Navajo Native Americans, B, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Exploring Monument Valley With The Navajo Native Americans, B, M

      After a short drive we reach the world-famous Monument Valley of the Navajo tribe. Here gigantic rocky peaks and mesas rise out of the valley the blue sky and offer impressive photo opportunities. photo motifs. For decades, this area was used by Hollywood as a preferred movie set. We highly recommend an unforgettable jeep tour with the Indians through the valley through the valley (approx. $70) to remote natural beauties such as the "Ear of the Wind" and "Big Hogan". In the afternoon we drive continue through the "Painted Desert" to the Grand Canyon, which we reach at the east entrance. We stop to visit the viewpoints on the eastern rim of the canyon and will hopefully be hopefully be rewarded with an impressive sunset. rewarded with an impressive sunset. Our pretty hotel is located right at the entrance to the National Park. Overnight stay: Red Feather Lodge 3* (or similar), 2x Drive: approx. 450 km - 5 hours

  • Day 7 Day 7: Grand Canyon Np, F, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Grand Canyon Np, F, M

      We have the whole day to spend at this amazing place. amazing place. The Grand Canyon is a a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Although it is visited by many tourists, you only find a few on the hiking trails. hiking trails. You can descend to Plateau Point or hike along the western edge and enjoy the incredible incredible views from there. There is enough time for another unforgettable sunset. (In accordance with park regulations, our guides are not allowed guides are not allowed to offer guided hikes within the Grand Canyon NP. guided hikes within the Grand Canyon NP). Kaibab Ridge: 3-4 hours, approx. 5 km, elevation gain: +/-300m Plateau Point: 8-12 hours, approx. 20 km, difference in altitude: +/-1150m Hike along the West Rim: approx. 4 hours, approx. 13 km, difference in altitude: +/-50m

  • Day 8 Day 8: Through The Desert, B, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Through The Desert, B, M

      In the morning you have the opportunity to take a breathtaking helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon (optional). Then we drive on Route 66 through the hot hot deserts of Nevada. Our hotel is located very close to the entrance to Death Valley NP. Overnight stay: Longstreet Casino 3* (or similar), 1x Drive: approx. 500 km - 5 hours

  • Day 9 Day 9: Death Valley Np, F, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Death Valley Np, F, M

      After a short drive we reach Death Valley NP. This national park stands in stark contrast to the red and green green wasteland of Utah. Here we encounter extreme weather weather conditions and temperatures. In summer they can climb to 50ยฐC in summer. In addition, Death Valley, located in a rift valley, is the lowest lying place in the western hemisphere at western hemisphere at 100 m below sea level. We explore the golden sand dunes, which contrast sharply with the the barren brown and black mountain slopes, Badwater with its poisonous springs, the Devilโ€™s Devilโ€™s Golf Course formed by salt deposits and the colorful colorful rock formations at Zabriskie Point. If the temperatures permit, we hike through the "badlands". In the afternoon we drive along the 4400m high mountain ridge of the Sierra Nevada to Mammoth. Overnight stay: Sierra Lodge 2-3* (or similar), 1x Drive: approx. 400 km - 4 hours Badlands: 2-3 hours, approx. 5 km, Difference in altitude: +/-200m

  • Day 10 Day 10: Mono Lake And Tuolumne Meadows, B, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Mono Lake And Tuolumne Meadows, B, M

      In the morning we explore Mono Lake, one of the oldest oldest lakes on earth, famous for its white limestone white limestone tufa formations created by thermal springs. Finally         drive up to the Tioga Pass at 3030m and after crossing the crossing the ridge of the Sierra Nevada we reach the Yosemite. If time and weather permit, we climb Lembert Dome, from where we can enjoy the wide view         over the Tuolumne Meadows. Curry Village         is our accommodation in the heart of Yosemite Valley. It is         the center of all activities in the valley and provides         direct access to all hiking trails. In the so-called         "Tent Cabins" we will spend two nights. These are         rustic huts with a concrete floor, but with walls made of         walls made of canvas, equipped with beds and bedding and         shared washrooms. The special         advantage of this accommodation is the direct access to the trails for those         to the trails for those who want to climb Half Dome.         Overnight: Curry Village Tent Cabins, 2x (In rare cases the tent cabins are         cases the tent cabins are occupied and we spend the night         in a nearby motel. The specified time for         time for the trip is extended in this case.    Ride: approx. 200         km - 2 hours  Lembert Dome: 3 hours, approx. 8 km,         Difference in altitude: +/-300m

  • Day 11 Day 11: Yosemite Hiking, Bear Stalking, B, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Yosemite Hiking, Bear Stalking, B, M

      Our accommodation is ideally located in the center of the Natinalpark park. If you want to climb Half Dome, you can set off today at 6 a.m. today and face the challenge of this summit. The rest of the group takes it easy in the morning and drive to Glacier Point, the most impressive viewpoint in the park. From here the valley and the impressive rock cone of Half Dome. Three very different routes in terms of length, difficulty andvery different routes in terms of length, difficulty andvalley and one along the edge. In the afternoon we recommend you to relax in the valley: hire a bike and visit the waterfalls or go on a rafting tour on a hot a rafting tour on the Merced River on a hot day and let the         let the landscape pass you by (only possible when the water safe water levels). In the evening for bears and other wildlife in the valley. Panorama Trail (from Glacier Point): 4-6 hours, approx. 12 km,         Difference in altitude: +200m/-900m  4-Mile-Trail: 4-5 hours, approx. 10 km, difference in altitude: -900m  Sentinel Dome & Taft Point Loop: 4 hours, approx. 10 km,  Difference in altitude: +/-200m         Half Dome (from accommodation): 8-10 hours, approx. 20 km, Difference in altitude: +/-1500m

  • Day 12 Day 12: Giant Sequoias, F, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 12: Giant Sequoias, F, M

      In the morning we set off for the astonishing grove of the giant sequoias. We enjoy a relaxed hike through an impressive forest of of ancient giants. Then we drive on to San Francisco, which stretches in a wide arc over the coastal cliffs on the shores of the Pacific. You will have time to cross the walk across the famous Golden Gate Bridge. Our hotel is located in the city center. Overnight stay: Whitcomb Hotel 3* (or similar), 2x  Journey: 400 km - 4 to 5 hours

  • Day 13 Day 13: San Francisco, F, M
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 13: San Francisco, F, M

      In the morning we explore the city on foot and with the Cable the city with its famous and also the less visited sights, such as Union Square, Chinatown and Fishermanโ€™s Wharf. and Fishermanโ€™s Wharf. Last but not least, we enjoy the view from Coit Tower. You will receive a day ticket for cable car and can explore the city on your own in the afternoon. We recommend the harbor tour (optional), the sightseeing tour of Alcatraz (optional) or the ferry ride to Sausalito (optional). City tour: approx. 3-4 hours, approx. 4-7 km, Difference in altitude: +/-100m

  • Day 14 Day 14: Departure (Breakfast)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 14: Departure (Breakfast)

      After breakfast, we recommend that you take the shuttle bus to the airport. The ride costs approx. $15 per person.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 1 / Max: 99

Experience allowed to all ages.

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