California Panorama

California Panorama

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California Panorama

8 Days Starting and ending in Los Angeles, CA, USA

Visiting: Los Angeles, Mojave Desert, Las Vegas, Mammoth Lakes, Fresno, Death Valley, Yosemite National Park, Modesto, San Francisco, Central Coast Cooling 1, Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea, Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica

Tour operator:

Omega Tours

Tour code:

1144

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 5

Physical rating:

All Ages / Not applicable

Age range:

13-99

Tour operated in:

English

Interests:

Cultural

From: $2087

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Tick off all the Californian must-sees on this fantastic escorted tour as you experience Las Vegas in all its glittering glory, see the spectacular Yosemite National Park in awe and embrace San Francisco with its diverse and incredible surroundings including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, and Fisherman’s Wharf. Discover all the glamour Los Angeles has to offer with stops at some of its most famous spots and much more

Highlights

  • Traverse the lowest and driest spot within the western hemisphere in Death Valley National Park

  • Take in the sites of San Francisco, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, and Fisherman’s Wharf

  • Journey through America’s capital of technology innovation, Silicon Valley

  • Experience the charming sites and sounds of Monterey including Cannery Row

  • Get a glimpse of all the glamour Los Angeles has to offer with stops at some of its most famous spots

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Los Angeles Arrival

Location: Los Angeles

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Hilton Los Angeles Airport, Los Angeles, or similar

Your California tour begins when you arrive at Los Angeles International Airport. You will transfer independently to the hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 2 : Journey From Los Angeles To The Mojave Desert To Las Vegas

Location: Mojave Desert, Las Vegas, Los Angeles

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Luxor Las Vegas, Las Vegas, or similar

Meet your Tour Director and depart for Las Vegas, the glittering “Entertainment Capital of the World,” for non-stop fun, gambling, and world-class entertainment. Your tour stops at the iconic Las Vegas Welcome Sign where you may wish to capture your photo memory of Las Vegas.

Day 3 : Tour Death Valley And Mammoth Lakes/Fresno

Location: Mammoth Lakes, Fresno, Death Valley

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Mammoth Mountain Inn, Mammoth Lakes, or Piccadilly Inn, Fresno

Having enjoyed glamorous Las Vegas, it will be a sharp contrast this afternoon to enter the quiet and extreme environment of Death Valley. Stop at Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Ranch/Visitors Center before continuing across the valley and ascending the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the alpine resort town of Mammoth Lakes. The area gained prominence as a gold mining town in the 19th century and today is renowned for its superior skiing terrain and staggeringly beautiful mountain vistas.



Important note: Winter Routing The Tioga Pass may be closed due to weather or road conditions, in which case you will overnight in Fresno or Visalia and a visit to Mammoth Lakes will not be possible (winter routing applies to all departures between October and May under normal snow conditions).

Day 4 : Tour Yosemite, Stay In Modesto

Location: Yosemite National Park, Modesto

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Doubletree by Hilton Modesto, Modesto, or similar

Your journey today brings you to the Tioga Pass (please see important note on day 3) into the scenic wonderland of Yosemite National Park. Here, you will experience the valley floor and its splendors including the glacial-shaped granite formations of El Capitan, Half Dome, the magnificent Bridal Falls, and Yosemite Falls. Overnight in Modesto.

Day 5 : Travel To San Francisco

Location: San Francisco

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Parc 55/Hilton Union Square, San Francisco, or similar

Depart early this morning to arrive in San Francisco, one of the most beloved cities in America. Enjoy a comprehensive sightseeing tour before arriving at your hotel. This evening take a memorable City by Night Tour (optional).

Day 6 : San Francisco Leisure Day (Napa Valley Trip Optional)

Location: San Francisco

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Parc 55/Hilton Union Square, San Francisco, or similar

Day at leisure! Your Tour Director is on hand to assist with making your plans for the day: perhaps a cable car ride to Fisherman’s Wharf where you may enjoy a “Taste of San Francisco”: local seafood, famous sourdough bread, or decadent Ghiradelli’s Chocolate. Or take a stroll by Sea Lions’ Marina to watch the sea lions frolic.



Be sure to gaze across the bay to Alcatraz Island where “America’s Most Wanted” such as Al Capone and ”Machine Gun” Kelly were incarcerated. Or visit Union Square for a shopping stop at Macy’s Department Store. You also may choose to embark on a wine tasting tour to Napa Valley, world-renowned for its fine wineries and beautiful scenery (optional).

Day 7 : Tour From San Francisco To Monterey/Carmel – Stay In Central Coast

Location: San Francisco, Central Coast Cooling 1, Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Santa Maria/Radisson Santa Maria, Central Coast, or similar

Tour From San Francisco to Monterey/CDepart San Francisco this morning for the drive to the Monterey Peninsula, known for its magnificent homes and lovely beaches. In Monterey, visit Fisherman’s Wharf and famous Cannery Row then tour charming Carmel-by-the-Sea, noted for its quaint houses, upscale art galleries, and unique stores. In the afternoon your tour continues through Paso Robles, home of fine wineries. Overnight in a quaint Central California Coast town.armel – Stay in Central Coast

Day 8 : Santa Ynez Valley Tour To Santa Barbara To Santa Monica And Los Angeles Departure

Location: Los Angeles, Santa Ynez Valley, Santa Barbara, Santa Monica

Journey south through the Santa Ynez Valley into Santa Barbara where palm-lined walkways border white sandy beaches. Upon arrival in Los Angeles, an orientation tour commences to include Hollywood, portions of Beverly Hills, and Century City before arriving in Santa Monica, home to the finish line of Historic Route 66, where you may enjoy an optional lunch on the pier before departure or arriving at your hotel.

What's Included

  • • 7-nights hotel accommodations as specified or similar with a private bath and/or shower

  • • Services of a professional multilingual Tour Manager throughout

  • • Enjoy leisure time for shopping, gambling, eating, or all of the above in glitzy Las Vegas

  • • Post a selfie at the iconic “Welcome to Las Vegas” sign

  • • Traverse the lowest and driest spot within the western hemisphere in Death Valley National Park

  • • Explore the magnificent falls during a visit to majestic Yosemite National Park (weather permitting)

  • • Take in the sites of San Francisco, including the Golden Gate Bridge, Union Square, and Fisherman’s Wharf

  • • Journey through America’s capital of technology innovation, Silicon Valley

  • • Experience the charming sites and sounds of Monterey including Cannery Row

  • • Discover through the picturesque scenery of California’s central coast and its rich agricultural plains

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What's Not Included

  • • Airfare unless specified in the tour itinerary

  • • Meals are not included in order to allow for more flexibility

  • • Laundry, telephone, optional excursions and other items of a personal nature

  • • Travel Insurance

  • • Gratuities

  • • Pre and Post Accommodation

  • • Airport Transfers

  • • Everything that is not mentioned in included

Check out our Q&As

  • Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

    Yes

  • Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?

    Yes

  • Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

    Each passenger traveling on an escorted tour is allowed one piece of checked baggage per person due to space limitations. Additional luggage will be charged at $7.00 per person per day (price is subject to change)

  • What currencies are required for this tour?

    USD

  • Is the tour coach air conditioned?

    Yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?

    The tour is a guaranteed departure

  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    No. Airport shuttle services are available

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    No, solo travellers are required to book a Single (Private) room.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 2005

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Electronic Vouchers. These will be provided and attached to your booking (within the Documents section) aprox. 2 weeks prior to travel.

  • Can I join the tour once it has departed?

    No, unfortunately that is not possible on our trips.

Reviews of this operator

Janifer Harland (Google Reviewer)  

Easy booking, nothing was a...

28-Oct-2023

Easy booking, nothing was a problem, prompt reply to emails. We did the Pearls of Puglia Tour. Fantastic region to explore, tour guide Sabrina was excellent and our other local guides were also great.

Joe F  

Excellent Service!

01-Mar-2020

Received excellent service and suggestions for a tour we planned for our son and daughter when they toured the Amalfi Coast in August. Hotels were all in great locations close to the action and all excellent 4 or 5 star. Would definitely use or recommend Omega tours to friends or family.

K Ruff (Google Reviewer)  

We used Omega Tours for...

09-May-2024

We used Omega Tours for a trip to Rome & the Amalfi Coast. Michael Rizzo did an outstanding job and answered all of my never ending questions. Planning and arrangements were easy with lots of suggestions and good advice. The drivers they arranged were on time, friendly and informative. The tours that they arranged were on time and the guides were well versed, our only issue was with one of the guides which isn’t a reflection on Omega. The hotels that were selected were very nice. The communication with Omega was good including when we needed some information while on the trip. I would definitely recommend them.

Zeke and Sheree Sanchez (Google Reviewer)  

We totally enjoyed our tour...

15-Jun-2024

We totally enjoyed our tour and it was certainly more than we expected. Our tour guide and our driver were excellent. Our hotels were great and Connie Astarita, our travel agent was outstanding. We will definitely recommend your company to our friends as we have already done so.

Pinx O  

I had wonderful time

04-Oct-2022

Just came back from my 11 days Portugal tours I booked through Omega tours. And I had wonderful time. I joined a small group tours, which is really great. The tour guide Myriam is one of the best tour guide I ever had. I always travel solo( and sometimes join a group tours )and tried to travel every year if I can . I am surely looking forward to booked more tours with you.

Linette Logie (Google Reviewer)  

Was pleasantly surprised that there...

02-Jul-2023

Was pleasantly surprised that there were only 4 people on the Best of Portugal tour. Our guide Cristina was fabulous and was a wealth of information on everything Portugal. A great experience overall and would highly recommend.

Guido P  

Had a great time and an amazing experience!

01-Mar-2020

Had a great time and an amazing experience. The touring company was excellent, punctual with clean buses and friendly and well informed tour guides. Hotels were nice, clean with good location, great service and good breakfast. We are recommending it to everyone and hoping one day we can repeat it.

Adair R  

Very pleased with this well organized tour of Italy

30-Apr-2022

Very pleased with this well organized tour of Italy. A great balance of sightseeing and free time. Exceptional local guide and driver. I’m not sure I would consider the hotels chosen to be 4 star - with the exception of Hotel St Martin in Rome which was great - but the others were very clean and well located. Would definitely choose Omega tours again when booking group travel.

Lisa M  

Most beautiful trip I've ever taken.

07-Jun-2022

Most beautiful trip I've ever taken. Having all my hotels and pickup and drop- offs taken care of by Omega Tours made this trip so easy to enjoy! Michael was amazing. He was always available to answer all of our questions and he made sure we had everything we needed in order to travel internationally during a crazy pandemic!

Joseph L  

Everything we experienced was exactly as described

25-Oct-2022

We took the Italy Deluxe Tour in September of 2022. Everything we experienced was exactly as described. Exceptional accommodations, travel and guides were provided in each city. Michael, our booking agent, gave us complete confidence that we had chosen the right tour operator by his attention to detail and prompt correspondence. We are delighted with Omega Tours and have already recommended them to many friends.

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  • Free Date Changes

    Omega Tours allows you to make 2 free date changes, as long as the change is made at least 60 days before the start of the tour.

  • Transfer as credit to Future Tours

    Omega Tours allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform omega tours, 60 days before departure.

  • Low Deposit

    Omega Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 CAD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 45 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of omega tours charges.

    Up to 45 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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