Best of California
From AUD $2729 Was AUD $4199
Small Group
Average
Rating
(20 reviews)
Best of California
9 days
Small Group
Budget
Average
English
Experience Overview
Desert heat, pine forests, and coastal breezes are the main features of this trip through some of the best scenery that the American West has to offer.
Desert heat, pine forests, and coastal breezes are the main features of this trip through some of the best scenery that the American West has to offer. Travel to a land of extremes in Death Valley, tip your head back to see the tops of the tallest trees in the world in Sequoia National Park, witness the majesty of Yosemite from the famous Tunnel View, and hit the coast of California from San Francisco to Los Angeles. It’s an adventure you won’t want to miss, so pack a bag, lace up those hiking boots, and hit the road.
Highlights
- Hike in Death Valley; the U.S. national park with the lowest elevation
- Wrap your arms around the biggest trees in the world in Sequoia National Park
- Witness breathtaking views of Yosemite National Park
- Cruise along 17-mile drive and enjoy the coastline of the Monterey Peninsula before travelling south towards Los Angeles
Trip Details
9 days
Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking.
Small Group
English
Las Vegas, United States
Los Angeles, United States
Budget
Classic
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Las Vegas, Death Valley and Bakersfield
Day 2: Sequoia National Park
Day 3: Sequoia National Park
Day 4: Yosemite National Park
Day 5: Yosemite National Park
Later, enjoy free time to walk the Lower Yosemite Fall Trail, Bridalveil Fall Trail, relax under the towering granite monoliths of Half Dome or El Capitan, or opt to rent bikes and cruise around the valley.
Day 6: Yosemite National Park/San Francisco
Day 7: San Francisco/Monterey
Day 8: Monterey/Santa Maria
Day 9: Santa Maria/Los Angeles
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
- Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
- Recommended gratuities/tipping
- Optional activities/tours
- Personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.
You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.
Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.
This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.
Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.
If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).
If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.
Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
- Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
- Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
From
AUD $4199
Duration: 9 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
Desert heat, pine forests, and coastal breezes are the main features of this trip through some of the best scenery that the American West has to offer.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 10 Nov 2025
Customer Reviews
12/05/2023
The x2 Guides were excellent at organising everything & had fantastic attitudes to everything.
11/14/2023
The trip was very interesting and covered a lot of territory in the short time period. It also helped that the tour guide Charlie was full of energy and enthusiasm as well as knowledgeable.
Tour Operator
G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.
In Business Since 1990
12/05/2023
The x2 Guides were excellent at organising everything & had fantastic attitudes to everything.
11/14/2023
The trip was very interesting and covered a lot of territory in the short time period. It also helped that the tour guide Charlie was full of energy and enthusiasm as well as knowledgeable.
11/14/2023
everything was good
09/12/2023
It was a very convenient and cost effective way to see a lot. The pace of the tour constantly changed. The the guide put a 100% effort into insuring we got the best out of every moment. couldn't of been more happy with it!
09/12/2023
Fantastic tour as always, such lovely people and the best guide
09/12/2023
The organization was top. The tour guide as well. Everything worked flawlessly.
07/11/2023
Great to cover so much ground in a short space of time. Comfortable transport and accommodation.
07/11/2023
It was really all fantastic. I have never experienced such a great time with wonderful people and in a beautiful country. The daily itinerary was top-notch, and the tour guide was great too. Is it strange that not all writings were translated into German? Also, that the review is only in English?
07/11/2023
The tour leader and activists/hikes
03/28/2023
small groups, well organised and very good guide
03/28/2023
Well organized, excellent guide, small group.
03/28/2023
The tour wasn't what I expected based on the itinerary or the activity level of 3 in the tour description. Website was not intuitive, documents were not easy to find. The itinerary apparently hasn',t been updated in the past year even though some of the details have changed, for example, itinerary states a two night stay in canvas walled tents, Yosemite Bug. That has changed to a two night stay at Oakhurst Inn. While Oakhurst Inn was fine and Oakhurst had plenty of interesting places to eat, it was too far at 1 hour 45 minutes/2 hours to Yosemite.
11/08/2023
Trip well organized, especially good for solo travelers
11/08/2023
Intresting trips
10/18/2023
It was a great trip with a knowledgeable guide
09/27/2023
I cannot fault it but I know some people would not like sharing a room.
09/27/2023
Very good tour and company of people very diverse.
08/09/2023
The hotels were mostly in poor condition, unsafe areas, and the tour guide was unaccommodating. The guide was combative and passive aggresive/ unaccommodating. I personally felt antagonized.
08/09/2023
Great tour leaders, well organized tours.
08/02/2023
The daily schedule was overwhelmed with long transfers and spending night in middle of nowhere
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