Western Highlights

Western Highlights

Everybody's guilty of some sweet, innocent California dreaming, which makes a two-day, San Diego sun-n'-surf stop, a great western start. While there, run for the border for shopping bargains, cold beer and warm tequila in nearby Tijuana, Mexico. The highlights continue Grand Canyon, desert paradise-style in Arizona, and later in Nevada, where okay, party people and poker champs, we'll show our hand: Your final destination is Sin City itself, Las Vegas.

Length: 8 days
Accommodations: Hotel, Cabin
as per itinerary
Meals: Dinner, Breakfast
as per itinerary
Sightseeing: California, Arizona, Nevada
Transportation: Modern Coach
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Itinerary

  1. Day Icon-day1 Los Angeles (Anaheim) to San Diego

    Meet up with your Contiki Crew and head south to San Diego. You’ll check out Tijuana in Mexico, on the other side of the world’s busiest border crossing before enjoying the Gaslamp Quarter’s lively nightlife.
    Please Note: As of April 30 2008, visits to Tijuana have been suspended due to safety concerns. More Information

  2. Day Icon-day2 San Diego

    Today discover what “America’s Finest City” has to offer – 70 miles of beaches, a world famous zoo, sailors, surfers, shopping, and not to mention some of the world's finest weather.

  3. Day Icon-day3 San Diego to Phoenix

    Leave the beach behind and head toward Phoenix, a metropolitan desert oasis. Spend the night in the hip college town of Tempe.

  4. Day Icon-day4 Phoenix to the Grand Canyon

    From the ‘Valley of the Sun’ journey to the majestic Grand Canyon with a stop in idyllic Sedona, nestled in ‘red-rock country.’

  5. Day Icon-day5 Grand Canyon National Park

    Hike, walk, or take an optional flight for an up close and personal experience with this phenomenal natural wonder.

  6. Day Icon-day6 Grand Canyon to Las Vegas

    Get your kicks on Route 66 as you head toward the bright lights of Las Vegas.

  7. Day Icon-day7 Las Vegas

    It’s all glitz and glamour as you hang out on the ‘Strip’, relax by the pool, or hit up Sin City’s flashiest party hot spots.

  8. Day Icon-day8 Las Vegas

    This morning the tour ends and it’s time to say farewell to your new friends.

Tour Map

Highlights

All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!

Included
  • San Diego: Drive through the O.C. - Orange County; Scenic drive along the Pacific Coast; City sightseeing tour; City sightseeing tour including Downtown, the Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park & Coronado Island; Cross the Coronado Bridge for a panorama of the city skyline; Visit Mission Beach (weather permitting)
  • Tijuana: Cross the border to visit Mexico
  • Phoenix: Scenic drive through Cleveland National Forest, the Anza Borrego and Sonoran desert; Scenic drive through Cleveland National Forest, the Anza Borrego and Sonoran desert; Enjoy this lively University town; Scenic drive through Cleveland National Forest, the Anza Borrego and Sonoran deserts
  • Sedona: Drive the scenic route through "Red Rock" country; See brilliantly hued sandstone cliffs and rugged spires; Visit the New Age Capital; Shop for Native American jewelery; Drive through beautiful Oak Creek Canyon
  • Grand Canyon: Stay in the National Park; Visit a panoramic viewpoint for photos; Hike along the Canyon's North Rim; Watch a spectacular sunset
  • Route 66: Stop for photos & souvenirs
  • Las Vegas: Evening Illumination tour of the famous 'Strip'; Visit Fremont Street; Visit some of the world's largest hotels & casinos and enjoy the nightlife
Accomodations
  • 7 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation
  • Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) – asper itinerary
Contiki Difference
  • Experienced Tour Manager and Driver
  • Modern air-conditioned coach
  • Visit 3 States & Mexico: California ; Arizona ; Nevada

Optional Excursions

San Diego

Sea World (USD$53.50)
Enjoy a day at SeaWorld's original park. See the world famous Shamu and check out the rides and other animal attractions. Spend the day experiencing an amazing aray of sea life.
San Diego Zoo (USD$30.00)
Visit the world's largest zoo, complete with tram tour!
Harbour Cruise (USD$14.00)
Cruise around the beautiful San Diego Bay. View the city skyline while a guide provides a fascinating commentary on the points of interest in this stunning natural bay!

Phoenix

Hot Air Balloon Ride (USD$165.00)
Experience an unforgettable flight over the beautiful landscape of the Sonoran desert. Ballooning is an exhilarating experience for everyone - from the neophyte adventurer to the seasoned veteran, from the young to the more mature. The flight concludes with a champagne continental breakfast.

Sedona

Red Rock Jeep Ride (USD$45.00)
Four-wheel-drive jeeps driven by professional guides take you around the back country of Sedona, a town noted for its incredible red rock formations set amidst pine forests. Enjoy Old West hospitality as you journey through these historic canyons.

Grand Canyon

IMAX Movie (USD$10.50)
This movie shows the history of the Grand Canyon on a 23m (70 ft) screen. This movie is filmed so realistically that you'll think you're part of the action.
Helicopter Flights (USD$149 - 25min, USD$210 - 45min)
See the grandeur and beauty of the Grand Canyon from up above on an unforgettable helicopter flight. Choose between a 25 minute flight or a 45 minute flight to experience unbelievable views of the vast Grand Canyon.

Las Vegas

Las Vegas Variety Show (USD$52.00)
This variety show incorporates some of the best talent Las Vegas has to offer. The professional dance team is joined by a number of variety acts including professional dancers, a comedian, a magician and more.

Contiki Souvenirs

Contiki Shirts (From USD$15.00)
Shirts may be purchased from the Contiki Hotel Representatives in Anaheim or from your Tour Manager while on tour.
USA Group Photo (USD$16.00)
There's no better way to remember the excellent times you've had and the new friendships that you've made than with an 8"x10" glossy photo of all the members of your tour.