ULTIMATE GRAND CANYON TO YOSEMITE WITH MUIR WOODS
PACKAGE INCLUDES:
9 DAYS
• Sightseeing tour of the Grand Canyon
Williams > Grand Canyon National Park > San Francisco > Muir Woods > Yosemite National Park > San Francisco
• Sightseeing tour of Yosemite National Park
• Roundtrip service in Coach accommodation on the Grand Canyon Railway
• Sightseeing tour of Muir Woods • Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour of San Francisco with a Bay Cruise • One-way Amtrak® in Coach accommodation from Williams to San Francisco on the Southwest Chief® and Coast Starlight® • 7 nights hotel accommodation; 1 night onboard Amtrak • 2 meals included (1 breakfast, 1 dinner)
DAY 1: WILLIAMS Welcome to the quaint town of Williams, Arizona! Famous for being the “Gateway to the Grand Canyon,” and its location along historic Route 66, it’s the perfect place to begin your eight-day adventure. (Overnight in Williams)
DAY 2: WILLIAMS TO GRAND CANYON After having breakfast at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel, board the Grand Canyon Railway from Williams to the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. With close to two dozen expansive, breathtaking viewpoints, the South Rim will provoke childlike wonder and a sense that the world is so much more magnificent and grand than you imagined. During your included Freedom Rim tour, ponder the Grand Canyon’s beauty and mystery. (Overnight in Grand Canyon)
DAY 3: GRAND CANYON Today, experience all the activities and views that you didn’t get a chance to yesterday. There are plenty of photo opportunities of the panoramic vistas, with each being stunning in its own right. (Overnight in Grand Canyon)
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DAY 4: OVERNIGHT ONBOARD AMTRAK Ride the Grand Canyon Railway back to Williams, where you’ll enjoy an included dinner at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel before boarding Amtrak’s Southwest Chief to California. (Overnight onboard Amtrak)
DAY 7: YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
Welcome to San Francisco! From illustrious museums to classic landmarks, the options you have when exploring this West Coast gem of a city are endless. (Overnight in San Francisco)
Enjoy a full day tour of Yosemite National Park from San Francisco, you’ll get to experience the park’s legendary landmarks, views, and history. See El Capitan (look for rock climbers high up on the rock face), Yosemite Falls, Inspiration Point, Half Dome, and Yosemite Village from a unique perspective and learn all about the park’s history. Find peace and serenity among giant sequoia trees or when sitting by the Merced River. (Overnight in San Francisco)
DAY 6: MUIR WOODS AND SAUSALITO
DAY 8: SAN FRANCISCO
Today, you’ll take a tour of the scenic Muir Woods and the charming town of Sausalito. On the drive to Muir Woods, you’ll cross over the Golden Gate Bridge and then disembark in the serene forest filled with towering redwoods. Once you’ve taken in all the natural beauty of Muir Woods, you’ll spend some quality time in Sausalito, a stunning seaside village that is home to many artists. You’ll have some free time to enjoy this fascinating village, which is full of eclectic shops and great restaurants. (Overnight in San Francisco)
Today, use your included hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour and bay cruise to continue getting familiar with this charming City by the Bay. VisitHaightAshbury, China Town, North Beach and the ruins of Sutro Baths at Lands End. Enjoy the candy-colored Victorians that line Alamo Square Park and walk through the Presidio. Your bay cruise will give you a unique viewpoint of the cityscape, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and more. (Overnight in San Francisco)
DAY 5: SAN FRANCISCO
DAY 9: YOUR JOURNEY ENDS IN SAN FRANCISCO
Package prices are per person, double occupancy, tax included. Prices do not include flights from your hometown. All bookings are based upon availability at the time of booking. Amtrak travel is for Coach accommodation, unless otherwise noted. Upgrades to Roomette or Bedroom accommodation onboard Amtrak are available. Alternative hotels may be available.
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