Begin your exploration in Las Vegas. This evening, meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for dinner before soaring 550 feet above the center of the Las Vegas Strip on the High Roller, the world's tallest observation wheel.
Hotel: Horseshoe Las Vegas
Immerse yourself in the solitude and desolation of Death Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and barren, yet unexpectedly lively land of extremes which we will have an opportunity to explore for part of today. Admire scenic views of the undulating rocky landscape at Zabriskie Point and learn about the valley's unique geological features, history and intriguing weather patterns. Descend below sea level to the Badwater Basin. We continue through the desert landscape of Death Valley ascending to Mammoth Lakes, our home for the night.
Hotel: Mammoth Mountain Inn
Take a scenic Gondola ride to the peak of Mammoth Mountain (seasonal) and enjoy the stunning views while you enjoy a tasty breakfast. Enjoy a scenic drive on the June Lake Loop for your first peak at the bright blue waters of June Lake. The alpine scenery of Aspens and willows is a feast for the eyes along this winding road before lunch on your own at Lee Vining. Touch the clouds through the Tioga Pass (seasonal) and enter the UNESCO-listed Yosemite National Park. Driving past Tenaya Lake and Tuolumne Meadows, journey to Yosemite Valley. Our Stays With Stories accommodation tonight includes a cozy lodge atmosphere and is located just a stone's throw from Yosemite Falls. Tioga Pass: weather conditions may cause Tioga Pass to be closed to traffic, typically from mid-October to the end of May. In this case, an alternate entry point to Yosemite will be used entering through the west side of the park and Mammoth Lakes overnight will be replaced with Bakersfield or similar. This overnight change will affect sightseeing for this day.
Hotel: Yosemite Valley Lodge
Explore Yosemite National Park, famed for its ancient sequoia trees, grand meadows and iconic rock formations. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience through the Yosemite Conservancy hearing a climbers fascinating stories, photographs, demonstrations and a look at climbing gear. Learn about the science behind the emotions climbers feel when inching up a wall. Afterwards, you can explore Yosemite Valley's El Capitan, Cathedral Rocks or Bridalveil Falls at your leisure. The rest of the day is yours in Yosemite where the possibilities are endless.
Hotel: Yosemite Valley Lodge
Today we depart Yosemite and head for Kings Canyon National Park. Gaze towards the sky as you greet the giant boughs of General Grant Tree. Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Kings Canyon before you continue along the Majestic Mountain Loop. Towering redwood trunks frame your journey to Sequoia National Park where you'll spend the night in your Stays with Stories accommodation surrounded by forest and soaring Sierra peaks. Enjoy a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience and spend the evening gazing upwards at the star-spangled sky as a local naturalist guides you through the constellations.
Hotel: Wuksachi Lodge
Tread in the footsteps of giants, walking beneath the soaring sequoia canopy to see first-hand the world's largest living tree, General Sherman. Learn about the Giant Forest and its history during a stop at the Giant Forest Museum, then enjoy a leisurely walk along the Big Trees Trail, connecting with the invigorating natural surroundings before meeting up with a Local Specialist and Old West pioneer reenactor for an insightful lunch. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the park on your terms, using the complimentary shuttle system (seasonal).
Hotel: Wuksachi Lodge
Descend the Sierra Nevada mountain range into Southern California for an unrivaled view of the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. You will enjoy a visit to Hollywood, the entertainment capital of the world, for your chance to find your favorite celebrity's Hollywood Star. As our encounter with California's epic natural beauty comes to an end, join your Travel Director and newfound friends for a Farewell Dinner.
Hotel: Beverly Hills Marriott
After our adventurous journey through California's national parks, the time has come for us to say goodbye. Prepare to leave Los Angeles International Airport at your leisure or consider extending your stay.
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May 16, 2026 - May 23, 2026 | $4,779 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
May 30, 2026 - Jun 6, 2026 | $4,698 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Jun 13, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026 | $4,698 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Jun 20, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026 | $4,698 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Jun 27, 2026 - Jul 4, 2026 | $4,698 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Jul 11, 2026 - Jul 18, 2026 | $4,698 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Jul 25, 2026 - Aug 1, 2026 | $4,725 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Aug 8, 2026 - Aug 15, 2026 | $4,671 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Aug 22, 2026 - Aug 29, 2026 | $4,725 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Sep 5, 2026 - Sep 12, 2026 | $4,698 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Sep 12, 2026 - Sep 19, 2026 | $4,671 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Sep 19, 2026 - Sep 26, 2026 | $4,639 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Sep 26, 2026 - Oct 3, 2026 | $4,639 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Oct 3, 2026 - Oct 10, 2026 | $4,639 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Oct 10, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026 | $4,639 pp | Land Only | Price My Trip |
Start: May 16, 2026 End: May 23, 2026 Price: $4,779 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: May 30, 2026 End: June 6, 2026 Price: $4,698 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: June 13, 2026 End: June 20, 2026 Price: $4,698 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: June 20, 2026 End: June 27, 2026 Price: $4,698 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: June 27, 2026 End: July 4, 2026 Price: $4,698 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: July 11, 2026 End: July 18, 2026 Price: $4,698 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: July 25, 2026 End: August 1, 2026 Price: $4,725 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: August 8, 2026 End: August 15, 2026 Price: $4,671 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: August 22, 2026 End: August 29, 2026 Price: $4,725 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: September 5, 2026 End: September 12, 2026 Price: $4,698 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: September 12, 2026 End: September 19, 2026 Price: $4,671 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: September 19, 2026 End: September 26, 2026 Price: $4,639 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: September 26, 2026 End: October 3, 2026 Price: $4,639 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: October 3, 2026 End: October 10, 2026 Price: $4,639 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
Start: October 10, 2026 End: October 17, 2026 Price: $4,639 pp | Land Only Price My Trip |
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