THE AMERICAN WEST
Mariposa Museum & History Center, learn about those who shaped this area as you view an extensive collection of historic artefacts and tools from days past. Late afternoon, arrive at your luxury resort in a tranquil forest setting near the South Gate to Yosemite National Park; with outstanding amenities and a terrace with sweeping mountain views, the resort’s motto is “Roughing it, without the rough part.” Meals BLD
10. WONDERS OF YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Only 11 km long and less than 2 km wide, Yosemite Valley contains an array of astonishing nature, including El Capitan and Half Dome, and plunging Bridalveil Falls. See them today on a morning tram tour with a national park guide, and visit famed Glacier Point. After lunch at historic Wawona Village, discover astounding Glacier Point, a scenic overlook with commanding views of Yosemite Valley, Half Dome, Yosemite Falls and Yosemite’s high country. Meals BLD
11. HISTORIC JAMESTOWN / SAN FRANCISCO On your way to the incomparable city by the bay, pause in Jamestown for lunch at the historic National Hotel built during the height of the Gold Rush period. You’ll arrive at your San Francisco hotel late this afternoon, with time to rest, relax, or explore the landmark area surrounding Union Square. Your historic hotel is in a vibrant retail and cultural area in the heart of the city, and since its opening in 1904 it has entertained presidents, movie stars and celebrities. Streetcars stop at the hotel’s front door, and also at your doorstep you’ll discover a favourite city square where you might see musicians, artists, or speakers doing what they do best. Join us this evening for a farewell reception and dinner at your hotel. Meals BLD
12. JOURNEY HOME Tour ends: San Francisco. Fly home anytime. A transfer from The Westin St. Francis San Francisco on Union Square to the San Francisco International Airport is included. You should allow a minimum of two hours for check-in at San Francisco International Airport. Meals B
You’ll gain insights into Santa Barbara’s history at Santa Barbara Mission
12 DAYS FROM £3,350 PLUS AIRFARE (11 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches & 9 Dinners)
BEGINS SAN DIEGO
28 Apr 05, 12⁄ , 26 May 02, 09 Jun 07 Jul 18 Aug 01, 08, 22, 29 Sep 13 Oct ⁄ = Sold Out!
Dates in blue indicate Small Group Departures averaging 24 Tauck guests, priced from £3990 per person double; specific dates apply.
Special Solo Traveller Savings: dates in red indicate special departures where you save £160 on the single room price; ask at time of booking. Go to
tauck.co.uk for up-to-the-minute space availability.
PRICE PER PERSON
April – 11 May Double £3350
12 May – October Double £3540
Single £4266 Single £4588
Triple £3079 (double with rollaway)
Triple £3225 (double with rollaway)
International Airfare is additional. Contact Tauck for rates on international air for travel originating in the UK (subject to availability). Please enquire at time of booking about additional hotel nights before or after your tour.
Note: Triples are accommodated at most hotels in either two beds or a king bed plus a rollaway; due to fire codes, rooms are restricted to two beds.
Bookings are subject to our Booking Conditions.
FINE HOTELS / GREAT LOCATIONS Night 1,2 THE US GRANT Night 3
THE LANGHAM HUNTINGTON PASADENA, LOS ANGELES
Night 4,5 FOUR SEASONS RESORT THE BILTMORE SANTA BARBARA
Night 6 THE INN AT MORRO BAY Night 7,8 INTERCONTINENTAL
THE CLEMENT MONTEREY
Night 9,10* TENAYA LODGE AT YOSEMITE THE WESTIN ST. FRANCIS
Night 11 SAN FRANCISCO ON UNION SQUARE In Yosemite National Park, travels by tram take you to iconic sights *Tour of Oct 13 will stay at The Ahwahnee. Fish Camp San Francisco
Morro Bay Monterey
San Diego Pasadena
Santa Barbara
To book contact your preferred agent or call 0800 810 8020
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