Contrasts of the West Tour

Contrasts of the West Tour Itinerary

Day 1 - UK / Las Vegas
Begin your holiday with a scheduled non-stop flight to Las Vegas. You are met on arrival in Las Vegas and transferred to your hotel.
Hotel: Imperial Palace

Day 2 - Las Vegas
You have a free day to experience the excitement of Las Vegas, strolling the strip for its sumptuous array of fantasy hotels. Where else in the world could you see the Roman Forum, the Pyramids of Luxor, a Treasure Island Pirate Ship and the Canals of Venice in one afternoon? There is plenty to enjoy, from the lavish casinos such as Wynn, The Venetian, Mandalay Bay, and The Mirage to name but a few, to spending a night at one of the many shows featuring world famous entertainers. As if this isn’t enough to keep you occupied, we have a variety of optional excursions arranged. Your tour director will be on hand to assist in your decision.
Hotel: Imperial Palace

Day 3 - Las Vegas / Fresno
Leaving the lights of Las Vegas behind, our journey today takes us across the state line from Nevada to California. For a fascinating stop en-route to Fresno, we call at Calico Ghost Town. The biggest silver strike in the state’s history saw Calico burgeon in its heyday, but the riches dried up with the silver and the town was abandoned. Re-creating Old West gusto in organised events, Calico is still a haunted and atmospheric place. From here we continue through the cowboy landscapes and lush farmlands to reach Fresno in the late afternoon for an overnight stay.
Hotel: Days Inn (B)

Day 4 - Fresno / Sonora
From Fresno’s position just south of Yosemite, we enter the world famous Yosemite National Park for a fantastic day of discovery. Mile upon mile of staggering scenic splendour will leave you speechless here. Forested slopes look onto a landscape of alpine meadows, sparkling lakes and cascading waterfalls at the valley floor. Framing the picture with fabulous grandeur, magnificent granite mountains soar to majestic heights above. We’ll enjoy time at the park until mid afternoon, when we leave for our overnight stay at the gold-rush town of Sonora. Your evening is at leisure.
Hotel: Inns of California

Day 5 - Sonora / Lake Tahoe
Leaving Sonora’s fine selection of Victorian houses behind, we head in a north-easterly direction to the shores of Lake Tahoe. This ‘Lake in the Sky’ is a perfect setting for an overnight stay where you can relax, unwind and take in the cool mountain air.
Hotel: Quality Inn & Suites

Day 6 - Lake Tahoe / San Francisco
California countryside accompanies us today, as we travel westward toward the ocean for our stay in ‘the City by the Bay’. Our stop en-route through Gold Country is the state capital, Sacramento. A beguiling combination, it’s a sophisticated city with a host of theatres, galleries and museums. Yet relics of its pioneer past abound - in the haunts of the famous ‘49ers’, the Old Sacramento historic park, the railroad museum and steam train rides. Between the city and the coast, we cross through Napa and Sonoma Valleys, whose south-facing slopes are cloaked in vineyards, producing the raw material for a wealth of Californian wines. On arrival in San Francisco for a three night stay, our included orientation tour will show you highlights such as the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks and famous Union Square - an invaluable introduction that gives you your bearings for individual exploration.
Hotel: Beresford (B)

Day 7 & 8 - San Francisco
You have two full days at leisure in this friendly, multicultural city, and more than enough to fill them! Experience America’s only mobile National Historic Landmark - the 130 year old cable-car network. Gourmets will be spoilt for choice with a feast of world cuisines. Sightseers could join an excursion to cruise the San Francisco Bay, sailing by Alcatraz Island for a haunting glimpse of the former prison and enjoying fine views back to the city. Shoppers should head for the buzz of Union Square or the boutiques in restored Victorian buildings along Union Street. And when you need a breather, just head for Golden Gate Park, with its lakes and meadows and rhododendron dell. Finally, choose a piano bar for an atmospheric evening
Hotel: Hotel Beresford (B)

Day 9 - San Francisco / UK
Make the most of final free time this morning with last minute shopping or landmark photos. Your Tour Director will advise you of arrangements for transfer to the airport for your return overnight flight to the UK.

Day 10 - Return Landing
Morning arrival at your chosen UK airport - times vary.

Inclusions

• ■ Trans-Atlantic flights on scheduled airlines
• ■ 8 nights hotel accommodation
• ■ Services of a professional Jetsave Tour Director days 1-9
• ■ Excursions described as included in the itinerary
• ■ Baggage Porterage
• ■ Meals included as detailed: Breakfast (B)

Please be aware:
2010 itineraries may vary slightly to the 2009 itinerary shown. Please contact reservations for more information.

Please note:
Alternative but similar hotels may be used at certain times of the year.

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