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California's Great National Parks with Trafalgar
from $3,686 pp

  • Duration: 8 Days
  • Destinations: United States, US National Parks

Larger-than-life sequoias frame your path through the Land of the Giants - experience the natural wonders of California National Parks. Gain fascinating insight and MAKE TRAVEL MATTER as you meet a climber within Yosemite National Park to learn first-hand about the world of climbing and important conservation efforts. Have lunch with a Local Specialist in Sequoia National Park and learn about the timeless nature that abounds and later admire the stars above in a guided stargazing experience. Bask in the beauty of Mammoth Lakes and see the stunning Death Valley National Park.

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Included With Your Trip

AAA Member Benefit

Members receive $40 per person on-tour credit toward an optional excursion.

Combinable with in-market offers through Trafalgar.

Travel & Accommodation

8-days, 6 cities, 1 country

7 nights' accommodation

Activity Level

Balanced

Meals

7 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 dinners

Why You’ll Love This Tour

  • Iconic national parks: Yosemite & Death Valley
  • Guided sightseeing with Trafalgar’s expert Travel Director
  • Balanced pace with scenic journeys and free time
  • Seamless travel from San Francisco to Las Vegas
Additional Information

California’s Great National Parks

8 Days | San Francisco ➜ Las Vegas

Day 1 – Arrive San Francisco

Welcome to the City by the Bay. Arrive in San Francisco and settle into your hotel before meeting your Trafalgar Travel Director and fellow travelers. This evening, enjoy an orientation that sets the stage for the incredible landscapes ahead.

Day 2 – San Francisco Sightseeing

Discover San Francisco’s iconic landmarks on a guided city tour. Take in highlights such as Fisherman’s Wharf, Union Square, and the world‑famous Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy free time to explore at your own pace, whether strolling along the waterfront or riding the historic cable cars.

Day 3 – San Francisco to Yosemite National Park

Leave the coast behind as you journey east toward the Sierra Nevada mountains. Enter Yosemite National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site revered for its granite cliffs, towering waterfalls, and ancient sequoia groves. Take in breathtaking views of El Capitan, Half Dome, and Yosemite Falls.

Day 4 – Yosemite National Park Exploration

Spend a full day immersed in the natural beauty of Yosemite. Explore scenic valleys, marvel at glacially carved landscapes, and enjoy plenty of photo opportunities. Your Travel Director brings the park’s geology, wildlife, and history to life as you experience one of America’s most treasured national parks.

Day 5 – Yosemite to Death Valley

Travel south through California’s dramatic interior toward Death Valley National Park, the hottest, driest, and lowest national park in the United States. Discover striking desert scenery shaped by extreme temperatures and time, including salt flats, rugged badlands, and vast open spaces that stretch to the horizon.

Day 6 – Death Valley to Las Vegas

Explore highlights of Death Valley before heading toward the glittering lights of Las Vegas. Arrive in the entertainment capital of the world, where neon, shows, and world‑class dining create a dramatic contrast to the natural wonders you’ve experienced.

Day 7 – Las Vegas

Enjoy a full free day in Las Vegas. Choose to relax, explore the famous Strip, catch a show, or take an optional excursion to nearby attractions such as the Grand Canyon. This evening, celebrate your adventure with a memorable farewell experience.

Day 8 – Depart Las Vegas

Your journey through California’s iconic national parks and legendary landscapes comes to an end. Depart Las Vegas with unforgettable memories of towering mountains, sweeping deserts, and world‑famous cities.

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End: June 20, 2026
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