DAY 1: UK - Los Angeles.
Fly to Los Angeles where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for a welcome drink with your tour director, and an overnight stay.

DAY 2: Los Angeles.
Begin today with a sightseeing tour of the 'City of Angels' to explore the attractions of this famous city. See the sights of Los Angeles such as Hollywood and Olvera Street, the oldest thoroughfare in the city. Step into the shoes of famous actors at Grauman's Chinese Theatre or visit Sunset Strip and the luxurious shopping district of Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills. The afternoon is free so why not explore the Getty Centre or head to Santa Monica with its miles of stunning beaches. (B)

DAY 3: Los Angeles - Lake Havasu.
Travel across the Mojave Desert to Lake Havasu on the Colorado River. You may recognise the bridge to Havasu Island as the 1831 London Bridge, which spanned the River Thames in London until it was dismantled in 1967 and rebuilt where it stands today. (B)

DAY 4: Lake Havasu - Williams - Grand Canyon.
Depart Havasu and head through the desert landscape to Williams on the Historic Route 66, renowned for its neon signs of its 1940's motel row. In the afternoon, arrive at the Grand Canyon, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. Marvel at this natural wonder as you experience the breathtaking views of the Grand Canyon. And for a once-in-a-lifetime experience, why not take our optional helicopter 'flightseeing' excursion. (B, D)

DAY 5: Grand Canyon - Lake Powell.
This morning enjoy panoramic vistas of the Grand Canyon as you drive along its rim into Navajo country. Arrive at Lake Powell, where sparkling blue water laps against towering, red rock canyon walls and sandy beaches. In the afternoon enjoy a cruise to see the gigantic Glen Canyon Dam and the 'tapestry' walls of Antelope Canyon. Afterwards there is free time for a leisurely walk along the Wahweap Marina on the shores of Lake Powell. (B, D)

DAY 6: Lake Powell.
Today is yours at leisure to relax or explore this magnificent area. Why not spend some time relaxing by the waters edge or take an optional flightseeing trip over Lake Powell including the famous Rainbow Bridge and Glen Canyon Dam. (B)

DAY 7: Lake Powell - Bryce Canyon - Zion National Park.
Journey through the sagebrush landscape of southern Utah to Bryce Canyon National Park, with its 20 miles of breathtaking sandstone cliffs and ever-changing colours. Marvel at some of the earth's most brilliant shades of rock, which have been sculpted by erosion into pillars called 'hoodoos'. Next stop is Zion National Park with its striking landscape of steep canyons and stone towers carved out by rushing streams over a period of millions of years. (B, D)

DAY 8: Zion National Park - Las Vegas.
Start your day with a tour around Zion Canyon before travelling across the old Mojave gold strike country, which still has traces of century-old ghost towns set in natural desert beauty, to Las Vegas - a neon desert oasis, packed with spectacular hotels and casinos. Your hotel is located in the heart of the strip near many of the famous attractions. (B)

DAY 9: Las Vegas.
Las Vegas offers a variety of spectacular attractions and activities for visitors of all ages. You have a full day for swimming and sunbathing at the hotel pool or exploring the 'Strip', with its varied casinos and resorts, shopping plazas and amusements. There's also a range of great-value excursions to choose from, including river rafting through the Black Canyon on the Colorado River, a visit to the Hoover Dam or, in the evening, a dazzling Las Vegas show. (B)

DAY 10: Las Vegas - Fresno.
Leave the neon lights of Las Vegas this morning and continue across the desert landscape of Nevada before crossing into California. You'll see the vast Mojave desert which covers one fifth of California, and is also the landing site for space shuttles. You'll pass through fertile agricultural land and then stay overnight in Fresno, located in the central San Joaquin Valley, often referred to as the 'Garden of the Sun'. (B, D)

DAY 11: Fresno - Yosemite National Park.
This morning enter Yosemite National Park, a wonderland of spectacular lakes, cascading waterfalls, lush forests, giant granite domes and pinnacles rising more than 4,000 feet above the valley floor. (B, D)

DAY 12: Yosemite National Park - Wine Country - San Francisco.
This morning's journey takes you from California's mountainous beauty to the gentle slopes of the California Wine Country. One of today's highlights is a hilltop picnic lunch and wine tasting under olive trees and grape trellises at the beautiful Viansa Winery. Afterwards head to San Francisco 'The Golden Gate City'. (B, L)

DAY 13: San Francisco.
Today your included sightseeing tour takes in the spectacular Golden Gate Park, Twin Peaks, the bustling Fisherman's Wharf and much more. The afternoon is yours to further explore this lively city, perhaps visit the Museum of Modern Art, the Asian Art Museum or the Aquarium of the Bay. Also don't miss the opportunity to ride one of San Francisco's historic cable cars or take a trip to the notorious Alcatraz Island. In the evening you are invited to a farewell dinner. (B, D)

DAY 14: San Francisco - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)

DAY 15: Home landing in the UK.