Trip Overview

9-Day West Coast:San Francisco,Los Angeles,Yellowstone N.P,Grand Canyon & Theme Parks Optional Tour

Tourist Number: 143697
Duration: 9 days
Start City: San Francisco
End City: SFO/San Francisco Bay Ar
Airport Pickup:
Language: English
Departure Day:
Highlights
1.Grantee to see 10-12 of Yellowstone's major scenery sites over the spans of 2 days.
2.Best for photography: Antelope Canyon and Horseshoe Bend.
3.Visit Bryce Canyon and see it's iconic hoodoos.
4.1-day Theme Parks Optional Tour.
5.Visit Grand Canyon East & South Rim.
Some dates are located in a wooden hut in Yellowstone Park. There is a limited number of them. Please consult with us for confirmation.
Itinerary

Special Note

Yellowstone Park Ordering Information:
1.Yellowstone tour is one of the hot summer route itinerary of Usitrip , a lot of travel in a short period of time is completed. In order to guarantee your itinerary successful, we intensively advise you to book your Yellowstone tour one to two months in advance.
2.Please be sure to book your flight after book your trip and receive our E-voucher.We will inform you if there is any remaining seats within 2 business days (US time) after your booking.If you do not receive our confirmation, advance booking tickets, may delay your travel plan because there is no location, then our society take no responsibility, please understand.
3.Itinerary will be subject to traffic and weather. The sequence of the attractions might be changed according to actual and practical situation for better service.
4.The details please carefully read the "Notes" in the Yellowstone special tips.

Day 1:  San Francisco - Sacramento State Capitol - Lake Tahoe - Reno

Trip:

San Francisco,

Sacramento,

Lake Tahoe,

Reno,

California State Capitol Museum


San Francisco is situated on the tip of San Francisco Peninsula, surrounded by ocean and bay on three sides. The beautiful environment and cozy Mediterranean climate have endowed San Francisco with romance and beauty. Enjoy the City Tour of San Francisco this morning! Lombard Street, Fishman’s Wharf, Palace of fine Arts (drive by) and the Golden Gate Bridge! Head to the most famous wine region, Napa Valley, in the afternoon for sightseeing and wine tasting. Drive to Lake Tahoe afterwards and spend the night in Reno, the Biggest Little City in the world. (Lombard Street is NOT included for customers join the tour from Fisherman’s Wharf)

Golden Gate Bridge --- The iconic Landmark of San Francisco. Duration: Approx. 30 minutes.

Bay Cruise --- In addition to a unique vantage point from which to view the skyline of San Francisco, guests will also get a look at Alcatraz "the Rock" and the surroundings of San Francisco Bay.
Duration: 60 minutes; Admission (Optional): Adult $30; Child (5-12 yrs) $20
Fisherman's Wharf --- most visited attraction in US West. Duration: Approx. 100 minutes

Lombard Street --- the crookedest street in the world. Duration: Approx. 35 minutes

Sacramento State Capitol --- State Capitol of “Golden State” California, the richest State in America! Magnificent Columns and Fashionable Dome remind visitors the US Capitol Building! Approx. 40 minutes
Lake Tahoe --- The scenic Lake Tahoe nestled in the crook of California is the largest alpine lake in North America. In addition to being a wonderful place to swim, fish, and boat, Lake Tahoe features winter activities like skiing and snowboarding. Duration: Approx. 30 minutes


Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Circus Circus Reno Hotel Casino or the same level hotel

Day 2:  Reno - Perrine Bridge - Shoshone Falls - Snake River Canyon

Trip:

Reno,

Pirini iron bridge,

Shoshone Falls,

Snake River Canyon


Depart from Reno this morning and drive through the Great Basin Desert of America, enjoy the diversified landscapes of American West. We visit the Perrine Bridge and Shoshone Falls in the afternoon. Stay overnight in Pocatello Idaho.
Perrine Memorial Bridge---When it was built way back in 1927, the Perrine Bridge in south-central Idaho was the highest in the world, at about 3,600 feet above sea level. The bridge is still a popular tourist attraction today. Duration: Approx. 30 minutes.
Shoshone Falls---Called the "Niagara of the West," this impressive waterfall in Idaho is 25 feet higher than Niagara and has a rim over one thousand feet wide. The flow over the falls is best in the spring. Duration: Approx. 30 minutes.


Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: La Quinta by Wyndham Pocatello or the same level hotel

Day 3:  Yellowstone National Park

Trip:

Yellowstone National Park,

Uncle Tom's,

Old Faithful,

Yellowstone National Park Grand Canyon,

Yellowstone Lake,

The Grand Prismatic Spring,

Artists point,

Yellowstone River,

West Thumb Geyser Basin,


First of its kind, Yellowstone is home to world’s largest super volcano and over 10,000 geothermal features. Here you can find everything you expect to see in a national park! Snow covered mountains, waterfalls, lakes, rivers, canyons, meadows, herds of buffalos, elks… and the most amazing geothermal features in the world! Geysers, hot springs, fumaroles and mud pots are the true wonders that make YS truly unique. Sightsee Grand Prismatic Spring, Fountain Paint Pots, and Old Faithful Geyser, Yellowstone Grand Canyon, Yellowstone River, Norris Geyser Basin.. We will spend the night in the Yellowstone Cabins or West Yellowstone.
Norris Geyser Basin---the hottest and oldest thermal area of Yellowstone, we will sightsee multiple hot springs, geysers and mud pots. Duration: Approx. 40 minutes.
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone---This impressive gap in the earth is the first large canyon on the Yellowstone River. It is 24 miles long, and can reach a quarter-mile in depth and 3/4 a mile in width. It is gorgeously colored. Duration: Approx. 1hour
Lower Yellowstone River Falls---Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River in Wyoming are the largest by volume in the Rocky Mountains of the western United States, and they stand more than 300 feet tall-- almost twice as high as Niagara Falls. Duration: Approx. 30 minutes.
Yellowstone Lake---Yellowstone Lake isn't just the largest single body of water in Yellowstone National Park, but the largest elevated freshwater lake in the US. The lake contains several underwater hot springs that melt its otherwise thick ice sheets in the winter. Duration: Approx. 40 minutes.
Artist Point---Named after the famous sketches of the waterfalls by Thomas Moran (but not actually the location where the sketched were done) this beautiful location showcases one of the most famous views in Yellowstone National Park. Duration: Approx. 30 minutes.
Fountain Paint Pot---Fountain Paint Pot, heated by the region's underground hot springs, F.P.P is half hot spring, half mud basin. The spring releases natural shades of red and yellow because of the oxidation of iron in the soil.
Mud Volcano Area---The Mud Volcano blew itself apart in the early 20th century, but visitors can still see the impressive crater and other geothermal features in the surrounding area, such as the Mud Cauldron, Black Dragon’s Caldron, and Dragon’s Mouth Spring. Duration: Approx. 30 minutes.
Old Faithful Geyser---Old Faithful is a cone geyser in the Upper Geyser Basin of Yellowstone National Park. It is one of the park's most well-known natural features, and is famous for its predictability. It generally erupts every 91 minutes. Duration: Approx. 60 minutes.
Upper Yellowstone Falls---Located a quarter-mile upstream of the larger Lower Falls, the Upper Yellowstone River Falls plunge 109 feet down an eroded lava cliff into the basin below. The area below the falls has been subject to heavier erosion than above. Duration: Approx. 30 minutes.
Grand Prismatic Hot Spring---The third largest hot spring in the world, the Grand Prismatic Hot Spring gets its color from bacteria around its rim that feed off of the mineral-rich water. In the summer months, the hot spring is a vivid red-orange shade. Duration: Approx. 40 minutes.


Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: 黄石公园内景区木屋(峡谷区、格兰特区,免费升级,先到先得)或 西黄石湖景木屋 Terra Nova 或 西黄石酒店 or the same level hotel

Day 4:  Yellowstone National Park - Grand Teton National Park - Jackson - Salt Lake City

Trip:

Yellowstone Lake,

Grand Teton National Park,

Jackson Antlers Park,

,

Salt Lake City,

Provo


After breakfast, we continue to explore Yellowstone National Park. Afterwards, we travel along the Snake River to Grand Teton National Park, where we see this natural wonder's amazing view... Travel to Jackson, a famous cowboy town as well as a world’s renowned vacation destination. Be sure to visit the Elk Antler Arches Square located in the center of Jackson! Arrive in Salt Lake City and visit Temple Square, the Virtue Kingdom of LDS Church! Follow Mormon Missionary sisters’ lead and learn the history and teachings of LDS Church. We stay overnight in Provo.


Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Provo Marriott Hotel & Conference or the same level hotel

Day 5:  Bryce Canyon National Park - Antelope Canyon - Horseshoe Bend

Trip:

Bryce Canyon National Park,

Antelope Cave,

Horseshoe Bay


In the morning we take more time to explore Bryce Canyon National Park. From there, we head to Page, AZ to visit Antelope Canyon (on your own expense) and Horseshoe Bend. To wrap up the day, we drive to Tuba City, AZ where we spend the night, and have the opportunity to enjoy Native American food and Entertainment on your own expense.

Bryce Canyon National Park --- Bryce Canyon National Park is named for just one of many canyons which form a series of horseshoe-shaped amphitheaters on the edge of the Paunsaugunt Plateau in southern Utah.

Antelope Canyon --- The most popular slot canyon in the American Southwest is Antelope Canyon, a sandstone formation formed by flood and rainwater. The canyon is located on a Navajo reservation and has been made a Navajo Tribal Park. Admission (Optional): Adult $50; Child (8-12 years) $28; Prices are subject to change without prior notice.

Horseshoe Bend --- horseshoe Bend is a curve in the Colorado River, about 5 miles from Lake Powell. The view from the overlook above offers a wide angle of this colorful canyon and tight curve. Duration: Approx. 70 minutes.


Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Moenkopi Legacy Inn & Suites Tuba City or the same level hotel

Day 6:  Grand Canyon East Rim - Grand Canyon South Rim - Las Vegas

Trip:

Grand Canyon East Rim Drive,

Grand Canyon National Park,

Hoover Dam,

Las Vegas Strip,

Las Vegas Night Tour


We begin the day by traveling to both the East Rim and the South Rim of the Grand Canyon. The view is just breathtaking and inspiring. We'll then be off to Las Vegas, passing by Hoover Dam. Upon our arrival in Las Vegas, there is an optional Night Tour to explore the Las Vegas Strip for an additional cost. Alternatively, guests may choose to have free time in Las Vegas.

Grand Canyon East Rim --- Desert View Drive is a scenic route to the east of Grand Canyon Village on the South Rim which follows the rim for 25 miles out to the Desert View Watchtower and East Entrance. Meanwhile, the Watchtower also commands a magnificent view of the Grand Canyon.

Grand Canyon South Rim --- The South Rim of the Grand Canyon attracts over 5 million visitors each year and by far is the most visited side of the Canyon. As with all sides of the Canyon, the South Rim features astounding views of what took Mother Nature millions and millions of years to create.

Hoover Dam --- Passing By the beautiful Hoover Dam is located 30 miles southeast of Las Vegas in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River. The massive concrete dam was a monumental undertaking built during the Great Depression and dedicated by Franklin Roosevelt himself.
Las Vegas --- Las Vegas is known as the "Entertainment Capital of the World" for a good reason-- casinos and hotels line its streets, and visitors can gamble, see shows, and shop at virtually any hour of the day or night.


Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: New York-New York Hotel & Casino or the same level hotel

Day 7:  Las Vegas - San Francisco

Trip:

Las Vegas,

Mojave Desert,

San Francisco

Depart from Las Vegas, head back to San Francisco today. Drive through the Mojave Desert, largest desert in US West, and home to world’s largest Solar Power Station and Windmill Electricity Generators. Arrive in San Francisco in the evening.
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Courtyard / Best Western or the same level hotel

Day 8:  One Day Optional Tour

Trip:

Beverly Hills,

Long Beach to the sea whale watching,

Downtown Los Angeles,

El Pueblo de Los Angels,

Aquarium of the Pacific,

Rodeo Drive,

Santa Monica,

Disneyland California Park,

Iowa Class Battleship,

Getty Center,

Hollywood,

California Universal Studios,

Palm Springs,

San Diego Oldtown,

San Diego Sea World,

USS Midway,

Legoland California


You can choose 1 of optional tour:(Please click the title for details)
A:Los Angeles City Tour
Santa Monica - Getty Center - Beverly Hills - Rodeo Drive - El Pueblo de Los Ageles Historical Monument
B:Desert Hills Premium Outlets
Desert Hills Premium Outlets near Palm Springs (Famous direct selling shopping center)
C:Universal Studios Hollywood
Hollywood Walk of Fame - Grauman's Chinese Theatre - Universal Studios Hollywood
D:Disneyland California/Disney California Adventure Park
Disneyland California/Disney California Adventure Park
E:San Diego City Tour
San Diego Harbor - USS Midway Island - Balboa Park - Old Town San Diego
F:San Diego Sea World
San Diego Harbor - Sea World
G:Whale Watch Long Beach
Aquarium of the Pacific - Whale Watch - Battleship Iowa
H:Legoland
Available from Apr 1st to Aug 31st
I:Los Angeles Internet Celerity Spot One-day Tour
Los Angeles Art District - Bradbury Building - Central market - Angel Railway - Federal Building Bank - Melrose Street,Available from Jan 1st,2019
J:Free Day


Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Hotel: Holiday Inn/La Quinta/Hotel Fullerton/Howard Johnson or the same level hotel

Day 9:  Los Angeles - Monterey - 17Miles - San Francisco

Trip:

Los Angeles,

Monterey Bay,

Pebble Beach,

17 Miles,

Fisherman's Wharf,

San Francisco

Depart from Los Angeles this morning and head to the famous seaside town of California, as well as a world's renowned vacation destination: Monterey California. Enjoy a scenic ride on 17-Mile Drive that is adjacent to the winding California Coastline through the Pacific Grove and the famous Pebble Beach. From there, we will journey to San Francisco, where we will spend the night.
Lodge at Pebble Beach --- Gentle sea breezes, meandering coast, surging waves, bizarre rocks, adorable seals and sea lions rest on the beach; world’s first-class golf courses (stop 30 minutes for sightseeing, 5 Grand Slam have been held here) stretch beyond shiny multi-million dollar mansions.. There's not much better on the planet earth than Pebble Beach. Ocean view is stunning, 5 Golf Grand Slam Tournaments have been held here. Duration: Approx. 40 minutes.
Lone Cypress --- Symbol of Pebble Beach! This breathtaking stretch of coastline along California's Monterey Peninsula takes visitors through a maze of beautiful scenery, unique wildlife, and amazing mansions. Duration: Approx. 20 minutes.
Bird Rock --- Duration: Approx. 25 minutes.
Meals Included: Breakfast: None   / Lunch: None   / Dinner: None
Pricing

1. The sequence of itineraries is subject to change without prior notice according to departure date, weather, traffic, etc.

2. Two full-size beds per room, Usitour don't guarantee extra rolling/sofa bed for 3rd or 4th person, please contact front desk for availability;

3. Some itineraries offer "Buy two get one discounted" or "Buy two get two discounted", which means three or four persons share one room can get discount;

4. Due to we reserve bus seats, no-show of third and fourth discounted customers incur penalty fee, and the first and second customers should pay the fee to tour guide.

5.We offer a "buy two get one discounted" or "Buy two get two discounted” . We reserve seats in advance for those who enjoy the discount. If someone who enjoys the offer does not participate in the group on the same day, the tour guide will receive a fine in cash when they get on the bus. 

6.There are adjustments in the itinerary. If you are staying at the Las Vegas hotel on the following holiday/show date, you need to pay an additional upgrade price :2018:Oct 21th&31th-$60/room per night, Nov 1st-$60/room per night, Dec 30th-$60/room per night, Dec 31th-$120/room per night. 2019:Jan 7th-11th-$120/room per night;Oct 21st,31st,Nov 1st,Dec 30th-$60/room per night. These prices are the upgrade fees for the night of each room. Total upgrade prices needs to be multiplied by the number of days.

7.Please read carefully the content in "What's Excluded" section on tour's detail page,and directly pay the fee in cash to your tour guide.

What's Included:

8-night hotel accommodations;
English speaking tour guide;
Transportation via deluxe air-conditioned coach;
Taxes.

What's Excluded:

Gratuities: Suggested $12 per person per day for tour guide and driver; $12 per person one way for airport transfer;

All Personal Expenses (Meals, Laundry, Phone & Travel Insurance, etc.);

All listing mandatory admission, please pay  when you make the booking or pay cash to tour guide;

All listing optional fee: Prices are reference only and subject to chage without notice  in advance;

All other fees not show in "What's Included"

 

Admissions and optional tours (The following admissions and optional tours ticket prices are for reference only. The opening hours of the attractions are subject to seasonal adjustment. In case of closure, the tour guide will be adjusted according to the actual situation without prior notice.)

Subject Of Entry Adult/per. Child/per. Elder/per.
Las Vegas
Las Vegas Night Tour $45.00 $45.00 $45.00
Grand Canyon IMAX $13.00 $13.00 $13.00
IMAX $27.00 $27.00 $27.00
Thunder from Down Under $90.00 $0.00 $90.00
David Copperfield $155.00 $155.00 $155.00
Fantasy $85.00 $0.00 $85.00
KA Show $135.00 $135.00 $135.00
O Show $238.00 $238.00 $238.00
David Copperfield(Zone B) $165.00 $165.00 $165.00
Blue Man $116.00 $116.00 $116.00
David Copperfield show $175.00 $175.00 $175.00
Others
Lower Antelope Canyon $98.00 $20.00 $98.00
San Diego
San Diego Bay Cruise $33.00 $25.00 $33.00
Las vegas
Grand Canyon south rim helicopter tour $266.00 $266.00 $266.00
.
National Park Mandatory fee $180.00 $180.00 $180.00
拉斯维加斯夜游直升机
拉斯维加斯夜游直升机 $149.00 $149.00 $149.00
David Copperfield show $123.00 $123.00 $123.00
How to Book

Before You Book

- Your purchase does not guarantee confirmation. Your purchase will initiate a reservation process. We will confirm with you via email within one to two business days. - Prices may vary due to availability. We reserve the right to make price adjustment without prior notice. - Please refer to our Customer Amendment, Cancellation and Refund Policy before you make reservation. - Local tour provider reserves the right to make modifications to tour arrangements including order of tour activities, hotel and its location if deemed necessary.
Booking Process:
1. Place Order Choose the departure date, pick-up location, number of adults/children, and tours or activities that you like, provide all required information and then place your order.
2. Place Order Choose the departure date, pick-up location, number of adults/children, and tours or activities that you like, provide all required information and then place your order.

After You Book:

- Immediately after submitting your reservation you will receive a Receipt of Reservation via email. - Within one to two business days of submitting your reservation you will receive a confirmation email from us. If you need to book an airline ticket, we recommend that you do so after you receive a confirmation of your tour reservation from us. - An E-Ticket will be sent to you via email as soon as details of your reservation are confirmed or your supporting information is received by us. We will provide you with all detailed information about your tour on the E-Ticket. Contact information for local tour provider will be included on E-Ticket for your convenience or re-confirmation purpose if re-confirmation is required. - Simply print your E-Ticket and present it with your valid photo ID on the day of your activity to your tour guide. Please remember E-Ticket is your proof of purchase.