San Francisco & Las Vegas
Explore the 'City by the Bay' and Las Vegas, a desert oasis of themed hotels and celebrity shows.
Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - San Francisco.
Fly to San Francisco where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for four nights.
DAY 2 to 4: At leisure in San Francisco.
Explore the friendly Golden Gate City with its trademark cable cars and lively Fisherman's Wharf shopping and dining district. A vibrant and lively city whose major attractions include the Golden Gate Bridge and Nob Hill. Then there is Grant Street - the city's oldest road running the length of Chinatown - and Haight-Ashbury, which rekindles memories of 'Flower Power' and the 'Beat Generation'. Enjoy an Italian coffee at a sidewalk café in North Beach, shop for bargains in Union Square or see one of San Francisco's attractions, the Boudin Museum and Bakery, where you'll have the chance to see a bakery in action and learn the story of sourdough French bread. Why not make a visit to the Napa Valley Wineries, or take a cruise around the bay to Alcatraz Island?
DAY 5: San Francisco - Las Vegas.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to Las Vegas for three nights.
DAY 6 to 7: At leisure in Las Vegas.
The original 'Sin City' is now an incredible neon Nevada desert oasis of casinos, themed hotels and celebrity shows featuring some of the world's top musical talents. A chance to relax by the pool or visit some of the magnificent new casino hotels featuring numerous top class shows. A walk along the 'Strip' offers many free attractions such as the breathtaking show of musical fountains at the Bellagio Hotel and the erupting volcano at the Mirage. Away from Las Vegas we recommend a flight over the magnificent Grand Canyon.
DAY 8: Las Vegas - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK, or extend your stay in Las Vegas, Los Angeles or with a Mexican Riviera cruise.
DAY 9: Home landing in the UK.
Accommodation on Tour
Standard Hotels
San Francisco: Carlton Hotel; Las Vegas: Harrah's Las Vegas Casino and Hotel.
Deluxe Hotels
San Francisco: Marriott Marquis; Las Vegas: Treasure Island.
Optional Excursions
To help you plan and make the most of your holiday, below is a list of optional excursions available to you.
Deluxe Wine Country Tour of Napa & Sonoma
Napa and Sonoma are world famous for their fine wine and beautiful scenery. Learn about wine from our expert guides as you travel north to California's Premiere wine country. You'll learn the areas' history of wine making, from the early Spanish missionaries who brought grape vines from Europe to the Forty-Niners who served wines in their saloons. You will tour wineries and see how grapes are picked, crushed, blended and bottled. You'll walk through beautiful vineyards with your tour guide and then taste the finished product - wine tasting fees included. There will be time for lunch at Historical Sonoma Square or Vintage 1870 in the heart of Napa.
$80 (US Dollar)
San Francisco City Tour
Experience San Francisco's colorful past as you travel through history-from the first settlements of Native Americans to a cosmopolitan city of beautiful architecture, from the Wild West and the frenzied days of the "Gold Rush" to the vibrant culture that flourishes today. Be awe-inspired by the magnificence of the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy the lush gardens of Golden Gate Park, and travel past spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. On your tour, you will see Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, Victorian homes, Presidio National Park, Palace of Fine Arts, and North Beach. Enjoy stops at the Golden Gate Bridge, Twin Peaks (weather permitting), City Hall, Golden Gate Park, and more.
$69 (US Dollar)
Rocket Boat
Get blown away on this 30-minute high-speed tour of the City's historic waterfront. Sail past the sea lions, zoom to the Bay Bridge, fly down to AT&T Park, scream past Treasure Island, and breeze by Alcatraz on the way back to PIER 39. This exciting ride pauses occasionally to allow passengers to catch their breath and capture unique sightseeing and photo opportunities unavailable on other tours. RocketBoat, it's an extreme adventure powered by biodiesel fuel. A blast on the Bay that is not to be missed.
$24 (US Dollar)
Bay Cruise
This fully narrated one-hour tour sails under the majestic Golden Gate Bridge. Experience the thrilling history of San Francisco Bay with all the sound and glory it deserves. The tour also sails along San Francisco's historic waterfront where there's no better way to experience unobstructed views of sensational skylines in every direction. It's a great vantage point for snapping pictures or simply reflecting on the vast beauty of the San Francisco Bay. Sail past the PIER 39 sea lions, under the Golden Gate Bridge and circle Alcatraz Island. Onboard narration describes the City and its landmarks as you sail along in comfort; both indoor and outdoor seating are provided. (Cruise is 1 hour)
$26 (US Dollar)
48 Hour Hop On - Hop Off Super Sightseeing
Spend 48 hours seeing the famous sights of San Francisco. Stops include Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Alcatraz Landing and Pier 39. Tours are on board a double decker bus giving you the best views of San Francisco.
$44 (US Dollar)
24 Hour Hop on - Hop off Super Sightseeing
Spend 24 hours seeing the famous sights of San Francisco. Stops include Fisherman's Wharf, Golden Gate Bridge, Golden Gate Park, Union Square, Chinatown, North Beach, Alcatraz Landing and Pier 39. Tours are on board a double decker bus giving you the best views of San Francisco.
$39 (US Dollar)
Black Canyon Raft Trip With Transportation from Black Canyon River Adventures
This is a unique day trip aboard a motor-assisted raft which allows the visitor to leisurely enjoy and share in the history, desert wildlife and beauty in the Black Canyon of the Colorado River. Black Canyon/Willow Beach River Adventures will provide round trip transportation. You will be transported on our tour buses to the launch area at the base of the Hoover Dam. This is an extremely rare view of the Hoover Dam that very few people have the opportunity to see. At this time, you will board our large comfortable rafts which have been carefully constructed with your party's safety in mind. During this excursion, our experienced and knowledgeable guides will share with you the history of this magnificent geological area. The high canyon walls will leave you breathless. Be prepared to see Desert Big Horn Sheep, Osprey, and Great Blue Heron in their natural setting. Bring your camera because it is seldom you will have an opportunity such as this to view the wonders of nature. Our rafts will stop along the shore to give you a chance to swim or play in the cool clear waters below Hoover Dam. You might take this opportunity to enjoy the box lunch provided while watching and listening to the sights and sounds of this magnificent desert. Your trip will end on the Arizona side of the river at Willow Beach. Here you will board our comfortable tour buses for the return trip over the crest of the Hoover Dam to your Las Vegas hotel. Fun for all ages, no paddling experience necessary. This is truly an experience to remember. (Approximately 8 hours round trip from hotel to hotel)
$132 (US Dollar)
Lake Mead Cruise And Hoover Dam Discovery Tour
Explore Lake Mead on a paddle-wheeler boat, viewing amazing sights such as Hoover Dam and the Arizona Paint Pots. Your tour begins with a stop at Hoover Dam, one of the greatest engineering feats ever accomplished. There you will take a guided tour starting at the visitor's center that will include an informative movie, a trip to the generator room on the Nevada side and time to explore a number of exhibits at the center. After a 90-minute stay at the dam you will move on to Lake Mead. Here enjoy the largest man-made lake in the United States with more than 550 miles of shoreline. Board the Desert Princess, a three-level Mississippi-style paddle wheeler with two enclosed climate-controlled decks and a third observation deck. Cruise the beautiful waters of Lake Mead and view the unparalleled sights of Hoover Dam and the steep canyon walls that surround it. View Boulder Island, Sentinel Island and see the Arizona Paint Pots. Your will enjoy lunch on board the Desert Princess. After your cruise, enjoy a visit to the historic Boulder Dam Museum, where you'll learn even more about Boulder City and its magnificent dam. (Approximately 7.5 hours)
$115 (US Dollar)
Hoover Dam Classic
Travel to Hoover Dam in style and comfort aboard our custom Tour Trekker. Your talented guide will share many points of interest along the way. You'll truly appreciate the extra care and comfort you receive from Pink Jeep Tours. The Hoover Dam Discovery Tour offers ample time for exploring this National Historic Landmark and engineering wonder of the world. See live presentations, a fascinating film on the Dam's construction and history, exhibit gallery, observation deck, and venture down to the observation room in the power plant to view the massive generators. You'll also encounter dramatic views of both the Colorado River and Lake Mead, the largest manmade body of water in the Western Hemisphere. (4 hours)
$92 (US Dollar)
Hoover Dam Top to Bottom
From the Lake Mead Overlook, you're transported to the Colorado River by van on the Lower Portal Road, where construction crews traveled each day. You'll see the original gauging station used to measure water level and flow, and dynamite storage bunkers used during construction. Then, a guided Colorado River float tour by raft offers you close-up views few people have ever seen of Hoover Dam, mighty power plants, and Black Canyon. You'll also learn historical facts and get an astounding view of the Hoover Dam Bypass project and construction of the nearly 2000-foot-long bridge spanning over 900 feet above the river. This is absolutely the best photo opportunity of the Hoover Dam and Colorado River!
$142 (US Dollar)
Grand Canyon West Rim Drive, Fly & Float
This thrilling tour is truly a one-of-kind experience. Travel in a custom 4x4 across the vast Mojave desert where you'll see the Hoover Dam, Lake Mead and Joshua Tree forest prior to entering Grand Canyon West. The adventure continues with an exhilarating helicopter flight from the rim, soaring 4,000 feet down into the canyon for a picturesque 10-minute pontoon boat trip on the mighty Colorado River. Tour is approximately 9-10 hours, lunch is included.
$395 (US Dollar)
West Rim & Hoover Dam Combo Tour
Travel in comfort to one of the Southwest's most exciting venues in our luxurious, custom vehicles with a professional tour guide. Experience the extraordinary desert scenery of the Mojave Desert as you travel to the West Rim. Brief stops along the way allow for close-up views and photo of the desert community of Dolan Springs, the rugged Joshua tree forest, and the magnificent Colorado River. Your journey culminates at the stunning West Rim of the Grand Canyon, home of the Hualapai Nation. Your knowledgeable tour guide escorts you to points of interest, and shares fascinating facts on the history, culture, geology, flora, fauna, and all that surrounds you on this exceptional adventure. Next, explore the Hoover Dam. Spend some time exploring this National Historic Landmark and engineering wonder of the world. See live presentations, a fascinating film on the Dam's construction and history, exhibit gallery, observation deck, and venture down to the observation room in the power plant to view the massive generators. You'll also encounter dramatic views of both the Colorado River and Lake Mead, the largest manmade body of water in the Western Hemisphere. Approximate time 10-11 hours, lunch is included at the West Rim. Tickets to the Skywalk can be purchased for $32.50 at the West Rim.
$304 (US Dollar)
Please note that optional excursions and prices are subject to change.
San Francisco & Las Vegas 7 nights
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San Francisco & Las Vegas
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What's Included
- Flights UK - San Francisco - Las Vegas - UK
- Accommodation on tour in a twin room with private facilities
- Local representative in San Francisco & Las Vegas
- Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
- Transfers between overseas airports and hotels
- All local and airport taxes/service charges
- Single share option no supplement to pay
- San Francisco Blessed with a viable fog-cooled and sun-kissed climate, enjoy the sweeping panoramas and dramatic landscape of the magical 'City by the Bay'. You will have a local representative in San Francisco.
- Las Vegas The man-made phenomenon of Las Vegas, a fantastic city of feverish gambling, neon lights, bars and glamorous shows. Outside the city, nearby attractions include the Grand Canyon, surely the greatest natural wonder of the World!
Departures from
- Edinburgh
- Manchester
- London Heathrow
- Glasgow
- Birmingham
- Newcastle
- Aberdeen
Departures on:
- Wednesdays - 2013
- Wednesdays - 2014
Departures between
19 Jun 2013 to 19 Mar 2014
