Included in this offer :

• 14-day/13-night self-driving tour
• Accommodation as listed in the programme (or similar) in 3-star and 4*-star hotels
• Accommodation only, meals not included
• Flights departing from the city of your choice
• Toyota Corolla or similar car hire
• 24-hour helpline

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CONQUERING THE WEST ON A 13-NIGHT SELF-DRIVE TOUR

Drive along the diverse landscape of the American West, from California to Nevada. Start your journey in vibrant Los Angeles, then head for flamboyant Las Vegas, before heading for the tranquility of Yosemite and the picturesque charm of San Francisco. Behind the wheel of your rental car, you'll discover fabulous natural landscapes that will imbue your trip with unforgettable memories.

Your itinerary day by day:
Day 1: Arrival in Los Angeles
Day 2: Los Angeles
Day 3: Kingman
Day 4: Grand Canyon
Day 5: Monument Valley
Day 6: Page & Lake Powell
Day 7: Bryce Canyon
Day 8: Las Vegas
Day 9: Las Vegas
Day 10: Mammoth Lakes
Day 11: Yosemite
Day 12: San Francisco
Day 13: San Francisco
Day 14: Leave San Francisco

Your detailed itinerary

DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN LOS ANGELES

Arrival at Los Angeles Airport. Pick up your hire vehicle. You will have the opportunity to take a first drive around Los Angeles and will check into your hotel for a 2-night stay.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in Los Angeles.

DAY 2: LOS ANGELES

Known as "the city of angels", Los Angeles is famous for its cinema, upmarket neighborhoods, celebrities, legendary beaches and palm trees, but the city is also renowned for its museums and boutiques. Los Angeles offers you every choice you can imagine.

Free meals **
Overnight in Los Angeles

DAY 3: KINGMAN

After the glitz and glamour of Los Angeles, it's time to hit the road. It's impossible to mention the town of Kingman without talking about the legendary Route 66 that runs through it. From the Route 66 Museum to many of the region's famous diners, you'll experience much more than a change of scenery.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in Kingman.

DAY 4: GRAND CANYON

This morning, you'll head for the Grand Canyon, a stunning geological phenomenon. This will certainly be one of the highlights of your trip. Walk along the southern edge to see one of the most beautiful and most impressive wonders of the world. The Grand Canyon is the result of millions of years of erosion by wind and water. It has an infinite range of shapes, colours, and mysterious shadows. The Colorado River flows for more than a kilometre below the canyon rim.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay at the Grand Canyon.

DAY 5: MONUMENT VALLEY

You will then set off for Monument Valley, a legendary site typical of the West where numerous cowboy films have been filmed. This 40 x 25 km desert plain is peppered with gigantic sandstone monoliths that rise up from the heart of the valley.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in Monument Valley.

DAY 6: PAGE & LAKE POWELL

Page will be your base camp for accessing Lake Powell, an artificial lake created by the damming of the Colorado River and Antelope Canyon. Continue exploring with a visit to Horseshoe Bend, a horseshoe-shaped canyon formed by the Colorado River. The viewpoint is 1,280 metres above sea level and, with the Colorado River at 975 metres above sea level, you can admire a breathtaking 305-metre sheer drop.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in Page.

DAY 7: BRYCE CANYON

Bryce Canyon, one of Utah's most fascinating natural parks, is your next stop. The Mormons discovered this site in the 19th century. The dazzling shapes and shades of the memorable pink cliffs are constantly changing, from dawn to dusk. You'll discover the famous hoodoos, the natural chimneys carved out of the rock by erosion that make the park so recognisable.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in Bryce Canyon.

DAY 8: LAS VEGAS

After the peace and quiet of the parks, it's all change when you arrive in Vegas. A lost oasis in the Nevada desert, Las Vegas is a city of excess, where luxury and entertainment know no bounds.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in Las Vegas.

DAY 9: LAS VEGAS

Relaxing by the pool, iconic casinos, grandiose shows by international stars, themed bars or clubs, exceptional dining - Las Vegas is bound to have something you'll love. The only golden rule: "enjoy yourself!"

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in Las Vegas.

DAY 10: MAMMOTH LAKES

As you enter the state of California, you will head down into the impressive Death Valley. This region is so desolate that it inspired a famous saying among the first cowboys who ventured here: "no stream to drink from, no tree to hang from". Explore Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North America, Artists Drive, a 15 km route through colourful hills, and Zabriskie Point, which offers exceptional panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Please note: due to the closure of Tioga Road, there's an overnight stay in Bakersfield for departures from 1st January to 30th June and from 6th October to 31st December.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in Mammoth Lakes (or Bakersfield).

DAY 11: YOSEMITE

You'll reach Yosemite via the Tioga Pass. Yu'll love this Californian park for its alpine landscapes, pine forests, and waterfalls. Imposing white monolithic cliffs also surround the park. You'll explore Half Dome, Yosemite Valley, Bridalveil Falls, and Yosemite Falls. You'll also have the opportunity to discover the pioneer village further south in the park.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in Yosemite.

DAY 12: SAN FRANCISCO

Hit the road towards the Pacific to San Francisco. As the cultural capital of the western United States, San Francisco is one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Settle into your hotel, where you'll stay for two nights.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in San Francisco.

DAY 13: SAN FRANCISCO

Hop aboard the cable car, explore Chinatown, admire the Golden Gate Bridge, go shopping in Union Square, or visit the famous Alcatraz prison. You can also hire a bike and cross the iconic Golden Gate Bridge to the picturesque town of Sausalito.

Make your own dining arrangements.
Overnight stay in San Francisco.

DAY 14: DEPARTURE FROM SAN FRANCISCO

Your tour of the American West comes to an end. Head to San Francisco airport to return your hire car and catch your flight home.

Your accommodation

During your trip, you will be accommodated in the following 2* or 3* (local standards) or similar categories (subject to availability):

Los Angeles: Petit Ermitage 4* - 2 nights (or similar)
Kingman: Best Western Plus King'S Inn & Suites 3* - 1 night (or similar)
Grand Canyon National Park: Squire Resort At The Grand Canyon, BW Signature Collection 4* - 1 night (or similar)
Monument Valley: Goulding's Lodge 3* - 1 night (or similar)
Page: Hyatt Place Page / Lake Powell 3* - 1 night (or similar)
Bryce Canyon: Best Western Plus Bryce Canyon Grand Hotel 3* - 1 night (or similar)
Las Vegas: The Platinum Hotel & Spa 4* - 2 nights (or similar)
Mammoth Lakes*: The Village Lodge 3* - 1 night (or similar)
Yosemite National Park: Yosemite View Lodge 3* - 1 night (or similar)
San Francisco: Galleria Park Hotel 3* - 2 nights (or similar)

***Please note: due to the closure of Tioga Road, overnight stay in Bakersfield for departures from January 1 to June 30 and from October 6 to December 31 **

Accommodation cannot be guaranteed in the hotels mentioned. Similar hotels in the same category can be booked.

**Please note: triple and quadruple rooms have 2 double beds **

Your board

Your itinerary does not include any meals. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are at your own expense. Take the opportunity to sample new flavours. Savour all local specialities you wish!

Your hire car

Your stay includes the hire of an intermediate category 5-seater car.

The vehicle will be a Toyota Corolla or another vehicle in the same category.

The vehicle will be collected (on day 1) from Los Angeles airport and returned (on day 14) at San Francisco airport.

Car hire includes:
- Unlimited mileage
- CDW accident insurance
- Third party liability (LIS)
- State and airport taxes

Car hire does not include:
- Fuel
- Tolls and parking charges
- Optional extras (GPS, child seat, additional driver, young driver)
- Fines
- Additional insurance (PAI)
- Abandonment fees
- Fee for picking up the vehicle outside of the car hire branch's opening hours
- Cleaning costs may be claimed by the rental agency if the vehicle is not returned in the condition it was in on collection.
- Everything that is not mentioned in the "Car hire includes" section
- A vehicle in a higher category (check with us)

DRIVING LICENCE:
A national driving licence valid for at least the 1 year is required.

RESTRICTIONS:
- The minimum rental age is 21 or 25, depending on the rental company.
In the vast majority of cases, agencies agree to let cars to under-25s, subject to a young driver supplement.

DOCUMENT TO PROVIDE:
- Credit card in the name of the main driver (VISA or MASTERCARD - the word "credit" must appear on the card - no debit, prepaid, revolving credit, Electron, or Maestro cards)
- Driving licence in the name of the main driver
- Identity document in the name of the main driver
- When you pick up your vehicle, a security deposit will be locked on your credit card (not debited, but make sure you have a sufficient limit). The average amount is around $500, but some models can cost as much as $1000.

WARNING:
Once you arrive at the counter, the agent will have you sign a contract.
We cannot be held responsible for any additional charges added during the signing of the car hire contract.
To collect your vehicle you must have a credit card in the name of the main driver. Debit cards are not accepted
An imprint of the card can be made by the hire company.

SURCHARGES:
Any surcharge paid on arrival is subject to local taxes.

VEHICLE TYPE:
The model on this page is an example and can in no way be guaranteed. Similar models may be provided.

Useful information

Suggested tours and park entries mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

Yosemite Park - Booking required:

Bookings are now required for access to Yosemite Park on the following days, from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. (unregulated access outside these times):

- February 2025: booking required on the 8th, 9th, 15th, 17th, 22nd, and 23rd

Bookings can be made on the following website: [https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10086745/ticket/10086746 ](https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10086745/ticket/10086746 )

Bookings are valid for 3 consecutive days, starting on the reserved day of entry.

Bookings cost $2 per vehicle and are non-refundable.

Visitors with a reservation for accommodation within the park (including campsites) or a climbing permit for Half Dome do not need to make a booking.

Arches National Park - Booking required:

For all visits between 1st April and 31st October, visitors to the Arches National Park will need to make a booking to gain access to the park.

Bookings cost $2 per vehicle (a non-refundable payable extra) and confirmation must be provided at the park entrance, together with proof of identity and the park entrance ticket (or national parks pass).

Bookings can be made on the following website 2 to 3 months prior to the date of the visit: [https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10088426/ticket/10088427](https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10088426/ticket/10088427). We recommend that you do this as soon as you know the date of your visit.

For your information: You can purchase the America The Beautiful Pass on site, worth around 80 USD. It grants access to certain national parks for all passengers in the same vehicle. If you are travelling in a group with several vehicles, you will need to buy as many passes as you have cars. You can purchase your pass at the entrance to the first park you visit or at the park visitor centre. Please note that the pass will not be valid for certain parks such as Monument Valley, Antelope Canyon, and parks managed by the Navajo Native Americans. In this case, you will be asked to pay a specific entry fee upon arrival.

Some hotels may apply a service charge to be paid on site at check-out.

Please note: For those booking the hotel only package (without international flights), please inform us of your flight details as soon as possible via the contact form located in the “Help and contact” section at the bottom of the page, so that we can organise your transfers.

Good to know

If you are travelling alone, you will be asked to pay a surcharge for a single room. This additional charge will be automatically included in your quote.

Child rates will be applied for children from 2 to 12 years old in the case where the child shares the room with two adults. If the child is travelling with just one adult, the surcharge may be applied on an adult basis. If your child or children do not fit into the age group mentioned above, the rate will be communicated to you at the time of processing your order. If the room is equipped with a bunk bed, the bed height is not suitable for children under 6 years of age.

For safety reasons, the wellbeing facilities of most establishments are not accessible to children under 16 years old. Similarly, it is possible that some amenities or services require an additional charge or are unavailable for exceptional reasons.

Unless otherwise stated in the service description, activities and any additional services available at destination, are provided in the language of the destination country and in English.

The opening times and hours of the activities, restaurants and bars are provided as an indication only and may be subject to change. Contact the reception desk in order to be informed of any changes.

Appropriate dress is required. We remind you that gambling may involve risks of isolation, indebtedness, and dependency...

Any additional special requirements the traveller may request which are not included in the travel service description will be communicated to our service provider. Sending this information does not imply acceptance and PerfectStay.com cannot be held responsible for the fulfilment of these special requests. Only the service provider of PerfectStay.com can access this request on location and any additional costs may be paid locally by the traveller.

Unless expressly stated in the description of the services and accommodation, the hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.

Transportation

Choose an offer and, according to your preferences, opt for a seat in economy, business or first class.

See the 'View flight info' section for details on each trip.

In order to best organise your time in the airport, we advise that you arrive 2 hours before boarding for a medium-haul flight, or 3 hours before boarding for a long-haul flight (more than 5 hours). Take advantage of your early arrival to pass through security and check your luggage.

You will be informed whether or not luggage is included at the time of your booking.

You will have the opportunity to add additional luggage for a fee.

There are several different cities that are typically offered as departure points. Your arrival destination will show in your travel documents.

Depending on the flight schedule, some arrivals or returns may be made at night with early arrival or late departure. You will not always be able to have your room available immediately and will need to refer to the check-in and check-out conditions of the hotel.

In the event that your transfer is not included in your hotel reservation, it may be offered at the time of your reservation as an additional option. Unless specifically mentioned, transfers may be made in groups of 15 to 55 people.

Important: the modification or the cancellation of a booking is only possible within the limits and including the fees outlined in our general conditions of sale.

Thank you for kindly taking note of the CO2 emissions produced by your means of transport: http://eco-calculateur.aviation-civile.gouv.fr

Formalities

The following details apply to any British citizen who, during a trip sold by PerfectStay goes to a foreign country. The following is a resource directing you to information related to your travel formalities (identification documents, vaccines, VISA, safety, travel advice, etc.), and may be subject to change. Please note that Brexit negotiations are likely to include travel document modifications, therefore please regularly check most updated information. Please see official resource for British citizens wishing to travel:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

The official UK Foreign Travel site has updates on safety and security, including incidents such as pickpocketing and robbery, along with larger incidents such as measuring the risk of terrorism.
Detailed country by country here:
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice

If you are travelling with minors, please be sure to verify whether or not you will require a consent: https://www.gov.uk/permission-take-child-abroad

Please note that these details serve as a guiding resource in order to ensure that you have access to important information in order to pursue the necessary travel formalities required before travelling abroad with PerfectStay. Please note that PerfectStay will not engage in obtaining travel documents for you, such as visas, and you are solely responsible for knowing the potential health risks you may face in the course of your travels for which you may require vaccinations or medications. PerfectStay is not responsible for ensuring your travel formalities are properly undertaken and will only act as an intermediary directing you to resources which have been known to provide reliable information concerning travel formalities specific to British citizens.

VACCINE

For information concerning travel health requirements (vaccinations, health risks, etc.) please see the following resources:
https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/countries
https://www.fitfortravel.nhs.uk/destinations.aspx
https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/travel-vaccinations/

VISA

For the latest information on which travel documents (visas, passports, etc.) British citizens will require by destination, please see the following resources:
https://visacentral.co.uk/visa-quick-check
https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php?p1=uk&fl=&s=yes
https://www.travisa.com/Visa_Search

IDENTITY

Please be sure to verify that your necessary Identification documents (passport and/or ID card dependent upon the country to which you will be travelling) have valid expiration dates, i.e. verify your ID documents have not yet expired. Also, be sure to remember to bring these necessary documents with you. It is also recommended to make copies of all travel documents in the event of an emergency.

Travel documents

Once your reservation has been made, you will receive a confirmation e-mail before your travel documents are sent.

Regarding the transport documents (in the case of a reservation with transport included), we will provide you with all the information relating to check-in and luggage in the "Your travel documents" email, allowing you to leave with peace of mind.

To take advantage of all your reserved services (hotels, transfers, activities, etc.), you will receive one or more exchange vouchers to be presented to each supplier.

The contact details of the establishment will be specified in these documents, to help make your arrival at your destination as straight-forward as possible.

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