USA National Parks Explorer
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USA National Parks Explorer
Use code BONUS10 to get an extra 10% off all tours — for a limited time only. T&Cs apply
16 days
Small Group
Budget
Average
English
Experience Overview
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.
Includes
Activities
- Your 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
Accommodation
- Hotel (15 nts).
- 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches
Transport
- Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking.
Group Leader
- 1 CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Highlights
- 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
Trip Details
16 days
Air-conditioned private vehicle, hiking, walking.
English
Los Angeles, United States
San Francisco, United States
Budget
Classic, Budget
Average
Itinerary
Day 1: Los Angeles/Joshua Tree National Park
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - 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.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Field Station Joshua Tree
Day 2: Joshua Tree
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Discover the rugged rock formations and iconic Joshua trees that gave this National Park it's name. Go for a hike, keep a sharp eye out for desert wildlife, and take in the incredible scenery.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Field Station Joshua Tree
Day 3: Joshua Tree/Zion National Park
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Take advantage of some free time to explore the strip or opt for lunch.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
Day 4: Zion National Park
Admire the monumental sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that tower into the sky and remember you can choose to turn around on these hikes at any point. In the evening, relax at your hotel as you reflect on your day in this wonderful piece of paradise.
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Admire monumental sandstone cliffs of cream, pink, and red that tower into the sky. Experience diverse plant and animal life, and wade through water in a narrow slot canyon as the park transitions from desert to forest. Gaze at the awe-inspiring beauty of the high plateaus, striking towers, temples, mesas, and the earth's tallest-known sheer sandstone walls.Accommodation - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
Day 5: Zion National Park/Bryce Canyon National Park
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - See a sight like no other at this giant forest of stone made up of collection of massive natural amphitheaters. This park contains hundreds of thousands of eroded spires, pinnacles, and other shapes as far as the eye can see.Free_time - Spend your free time wandering this wonderful national park. Check out the Queen's Garden and Navajo loop trails, walk along the rim trail, visit Sunrise point and Inspiration point and take plenty of pictures of the famed hoodoos.Accommodation - Bryce View Lodge
Day 6: Bryce Canyon to Monument Valley
Here, travellers can choose to join a local Navajo guide and explore Antelope Canyon on an optional tour. This stunning natural sandstone slot canyon is located on tribal lands and once inside, you can admire the blue sky above from the bottom of the canyon. Make sure you bring your camera to take loads of photos.
Afterwards, visit Horseshoe Bend for a short hike to stand atop the steep cliffs overlooking the natural bend in the Colorado River. Today's adventure will end in Monument Valley where you will have time to relax and unwind after a busy day of sightseeing.
Meals included: Breakfast
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - See a sight like no other at this giant forest of stone made up of collection of massive natural amphitheaters. This park contains hundreds of thousands of eroded spires, pinnacles, and other shapes as far as the eye can see.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Take a short hike to this spectacular horseshoe-shaped meander of the Colorado River. Stand atop steep orange-coloured sandstone cliffs and look out at Horseshoe Bend. Peer down more than 300m (1,000 ft) at the emerald river below.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hampton Inn Kayenta
Day 7: Monument Valley/Grand Canyon National Park
Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Explore this magical and sacred place on a jeep tour. See magnificent colours, miles of mesas, buttes, and pinnacles that make Monument Valley a truly wondrous experience.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Head to the rim of the Grand Canyon at sunset. Point your camera in any direction and capture memorable shots as the shifting light plays off the layers of red, yellow, and brown rock. This is truly one of the great wonders. Enjoy the moment.Accommodation - Red Feather Lodge
Day 8: Grand Canyon National Park
If you wish to see this natural wonder from a bird's eye view with an experience you'll never forget, opt to book the Grand Canyon helicopter tour.
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Opt to hike along the rim or down into the canyon. Experience breathtaking scenery with spectacular views. Bring lots of water, a hat and plenty of energy. Remember -- hiking down is optional, hiking back up is mandatory! Accommodation - Red Feather Lodge
Day 9: Grand Canyon/Las Vegas
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Today you'll have free time to get the most out of your time in Las Vegas. Walk around the strip, find a restaurant or cafe to hang out in and people watch, see one of the many entertaining shows, or try your hand at gambling in one of the casinos. Live large and remember "what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas".Accommodation - Golden Nugget Las Vegas
Day 10: Las Vegas, Death Valley and Bakersfield
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Death Valley is one of America’s most extreme locations – from sand dunes and desert, to badlands, towering peaks, and a basin that actually registers below sea-level, this is sure to be an unforgettable stop. Hottest. Driest. Lowest. There’s a bit of everything here on the border of California and Nevada.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Four Points Sheraton Bakersfield
Day 11: Sequoia National Park
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Walk amongst giants - giant sequoia trees, that is - in Sequoia National Park, where more than 8,000 colossal sequoias have lived for thousands of years. Visit the largest tree on earth, General Sherman, and gaze as far as you can up into the canopy. At the heart of the park, find the Giant Forest, home to half of the earth's largest and oldest trees.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Hike amongst some of the most impressive living things on Earth, giant Sequoias. This trip through the misty heights of the Sierras will take you through the home of General Sherman, the largest tree alive. Tour the other enormous trees and catch some amazing views of the mountains through the forest on this epic hike. Hiking distance: 12km (7.5 mi) Elevation change: 549m (1800 ft)Accommodation - Wyndham Visalia
Day 12: Sequoia National Park
Meals included: Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Walk amongst giants - giant sequoia trees, that is - in Sequoia National Park, where more than 8,000 colossal sequoias have lived for thousands of years. Visit the largest tree on earth, General Sherman, and gaze as far as you can up into the canopy. At the heart of the park, find the Giant Forest, home to half of the earth's largest and oldest trees.Activity - Take a quick hike up to Buena Vista Peak, and experience some of the best views in the entire park. With minimal elevation change, you'll have plenty of time and energy to explore and take pictures along the mountain top. Hiking distance: 3.2km (2 mi) Elevation change: 125m (413 ft).Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Wyndham Visalia
Day 13: Yosemite National Park
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Picturesque valleys, vast wilderness, powerful waterfalls, elusive wildlife, ancient sequoias and more than 16 types of granite make up this internationally recognized national park. Hike the trails, get up close to ancient rock formations and take panoramic photos of this gorgeous landscape. Keep an eye out for black bears, deer, and coyotes. Accommodation - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakhurst
Day 14: 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.
Meals included: Lunch
Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Picturesque valleys, vast wilderness, powerful waterfalls, elusive wildlife, ancient sequoias and more than 16 types of granite make up this internationally recognized national park. Hike the trails, get up close to ancient rock formations and take panoramic photos of this gorgeous landscape. Keep an eye out for black bears, deer, and coyotes. Activity - Take the storied Mist Trail as it traverses up the valley, with visits to Vernal and Nevada Falls. Return along the John Muir Trail. Be prepared for a long hike, and incredible scenery! Distance: 11.2km (7 mi), Elevation Change: 610m (2000 ft)Accommodation - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakhurst
Day 15: Yosemite National Park/San Francisco
Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Free_time - Take advantage of free time to see all that the Bay City has to offer. Opt to visit the Golden Gate Bridge, chill out on Baker's Beach, take pictures of The Painted Ladies, go to a book or record store in the Haight-Ashbury neighbourhood, or grab some seafood at Fisherman's Wharf.Accommodation - Stanford Court Hotel
Day 16: San Francisco
- Flights to and from origin and destinations
- Airport transfers (unless otherwise stated)
- 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 will do 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.
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.
Duration: 16 days
Trip Type: Small Group
Activity Level: Average
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.
Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 13 Mar 2027
Customer Reviews
09/03/2023
We have traveled with G before and like this t8me had a great time. it's nice to have everything organised for you.
09/03/2023
Amazing landscape in the Nationalparks.
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
09/03/2023
We have traveled with G before and like this t8me had a great time. it's nice to have everything organised for you.
09/03/2023
Amazing landscape in the Nationalparks.
09/03/2023
Because everything was organised and apart from Tropica l storm other arrange ments were made.
08/20/2024
A trip like this takes the stress away from me to book hotels national park tickets etc and I can relax in the comfort of the mini bus.
05/28/2024
Positives: Trip was well planned and curated, all arrangements taken care of. Challenges: Difficult to room with a stranger, not always compatible and had profound impact on experience.
11/06/2023
The CEO was fantastic, the national parks were superb.
11/06/2023
Fairly relaxed style of travelling
10/16/2023
The tour exceeded my expectations, was very well organised and the dynamic of the group was great.
10/02/2023
I like the schedule and the trip arrangement...but some accommodation were disappointed. If we could stay at a closer motel or hotel near the National Parks especially those in California, we didn't have to drive so much and spent at least 2-3 hours or more in driving each day.
10/02/2023
Value for money. Like minded people.
09/25/2023
Had a great time, thought our CEO Zach was really good.
06/19/2024
Great tours. Good suze and you see a lot
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