Compare LA to Vegas Adventure by Intrepid Travel vs Two Islander by Perillo Tours
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| Duration | 5 days | 10 days |
| Price From | $ 1,470 | $ 2,490 |
| Price Per Day | $ 294 | $ 249 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Basic | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Ground transport included |
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| Description |
The classic USA road trip with all of the hassle taken out – jump on board a five-day whip around from LA to Vegas, covering all the hotspots with local knowledge to guide you. This trip will give you a taste of all the things that make the Wild West such an epic place to visit. Stroll among the bizarre flora of Joshua Tree National Park, gaze over the edge of the Grand Canyon and people-watch on the sandy boardwalks of Santa Monica. If you want to hit the road and leave the rest of the world in your dust but are a little tight on time, this LA to Vegas adventure is just the ticket. |
Leave home for Honolulu, Oahu - one of the single most dreamed-of vacation spots in the world. Waikiki Beach! Three nights to enjoy all the wonders of Oahu, including your hotel, Hyatt Regency Waikiki, fronting the ocean. There’s so much to see….world famous Diamond Head, formed about 300,000 years ago, the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor, the historic Punchbowl National Cemetery, snorkel at Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, voted Best Beach in America for 2004, ride the waves along Waikiki Beach, or just plain relaxing.
Remember – you have the opportunity to start your vacation sooner in Oahu or extend longer in Maui at Perillo’s very special discounted room rates for up to 3 additional nights. You may also travel to the “Big Island” of Hawaii on Perillo’s three night extension. |
Day 1 Los Angeles
Welcome to the USA! Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting in the lobby today at 6 pm. It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. If you do arrive early, perhaps take a stroll down the Hollywood Walk of Fame, or spend some time learning about the lives of the rich and famous on a celebrity homes tour. After the welcome meeting, we’ll head beachside and visit Venice and Santa Monica beach for a stroll and some people watching. Day 1 is all about introductions, so why not spend some time getting to know your fellow travellers with an optional group dinner.
Day 2 Joshua Tree National Park
Today, you’ll head away from the coast and drive to Joshua Tree National Park. Sitting between the Mojave and Colorado Deserts, the park is famous for its spectacular desert plants – including the park’s namesake Joshua trees – along with cacti and Mojave yuccas. The area is also home to striking rock formations and mountain ranges, so you might like to head out on a scenic hike around the park or take a refreshing dip in the Colorado River. You’ll head to Lake Havasu City later on to your accommodation for the night, and check out London Bridge: a 280-metre structure rebuilt in Arizona in 1971 after being transported, piece by piece, from the banks of the Thames in London.
Day 3 Grand Canyon National Park
Drive to Grand Canyon National Park, along a section of the famous Route 66, stopping in at the eccentric town of Seligman. Once we arrive at the Grand Canyon National Park, be ready to visually delight in the natural beauty for hours. This stunning gorge is 1.5 kilometres deep, formed by over six million years of erosion from the Colorado River. You'll spend two nights here, and you’ll need it, to allow for a full day of exploration tomorrow.
Day 4 Grand Canyon National Park
Today is a free day to explore the Grand Canyon, one of the largest canyon systems in the world. Stroll along the meandering South Rim Trail or hike your way down to Plateau Point. With eagles soaring overhead and chasms extending as far as the eye can see, it’s so important for you to experience its vast gorges from multiple viewpoints. In the early evening, relax at the canyon's edge and enjoy a spectacular sunset over one of the world's natural wonders.
Day 5 Las Vegas
Head out of the Grand Canyon and cross the western deserts of Arizona to Las Vegas. Las Vegas may be the gambling capital of the world, but there's plenty to do if gambling isn't your thing. Hit the shops, feel your stomach drop on a rooftop roller coaster or simply stroll along the Strip, soaking up the glitz and gaudiness. As there is no accommodation organised for tonight, you are free to leave at any time upon arriving in Las Vegas. If you would like to spend some more time here, we'll be happy to organise additional accommodation for you (subject to availability).
DAY 1 - Oahu - Aloha! Lei Greeting and Dinner at the Hyatt Regency Waikiki
Today we fly to Honolulu on the island of Oahu, one of the single most dreamed of vacation spots in the world. You’ll be met with a traditional Lei greeting at the Deluxe Hyatt Regency Hotel overlooking famous Waikiki beach.
This evening, the choice is yours. Enjoy a light dinner, drinks and unparalleled ocean vistas at the brand new SWIM poolside lounge, pupus and drinks at one of Hyatt’s other two brand new restaurants or from the comfort of your own deluxe ocean-view balcony. ($40 per person hotel food and beverage credit. Gratuity extra.) D
DAY 2 - Oahu - Breakfast / Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial and Honolulu Sightseeing / Magic of Polynesia Dinner Show
The brilliant Hawaiian sunrise beckons you to a great breakfast… Next, a short familiarization talk on your Hawaiian adventure.
After breakfast we set off for Pearl Harbor to commemorate the “day that will live in infamy,” December 7, 1941. Few Americans who set foot on the Arizona Memorial can avoid a few goose bumps… We continue on to the Historic Punchbowl National Cemetery followed by a panoramic sightseeing tour of downtown Honolulu.
Tonight you have a choice – the exciting Magic Of Polynesia Dinner/Show (dinner includes 2 drinks) or you can stay back at the Hyatt for a delicious a la carte dinner with wine at Hyatt’s Japengo or Shor Restaurants. B, D
DAY 3 - Oahu - Breakfast / Polynesian Cultural Center Including Buffet Dinner and Show
Early this afternoon we’re off on a scenic, narrated tour along the Windward Coast to the “Polynesian Cultural Center.”
Our full day tour includes authentic South Pacific villages, demonstrations, Polynesian crafts, an amazing all-you-can-eat buffet feast and spectacular Polynesian dance revue including over 100 cast members. (Alcoholic beverages not served) B, D
DAY 4 - Oahu/Maui Flight - Flight to Maui / Tour the Iao Valley & Lahaina Town / À la Carte Dinner at the Hyatt Regency Maui Resort
After breakfast we jet to Maui, the “Valley Island.”
In 1778, Captain James Cook arrived in “Mowee” ending the idyllic life of the Polynesian natives. In Cook’s wake came traders, missionaries and whalers. At the height of the whaling era (1840 to 1865), Lahaina Town served as the anchorage for more than 500 ships!
We’ll visit the Iao Valley to view the famous Iao Needle and drive through Lahaina town on our way to our hotel.
You’ll gasp upon entering the vast, open-air lobby of the AAA Diamond Award-winning Hyatt Maui. We’ll check-in, get our bearings, and enjoy a great à la carte dinner with wine or soft drinks at the exquisite Son’z Maui restaurant or Umalu Restaurant, poolside. Of course, gratuities included. B, D
DAY 5 - Maui - Full Day of Leisure – Sunset Cocktail Cruise
A free day of leisure to spend at Hyatt’s Ka’anapali Beach hotel. Indulge in all it has to offer to create your own perfect day.
After a casual relaxing breakfast, meander through the open-air atrium with palm trees, orchids and amazing Asian art. Visit the hotel’s peaceful koi ponds…sit by its sparkling waterfalls. Enjoy the very lush tropical grounds. Of course, let’s not forget the half-acre swimming pool and world famous Ka’anapali Beach. If you have more adventurous ideas, your tour guide can help.
Late this afternoon, it’s fun and relaxation time as our smooth catamaran sails into the setting sun. Enjoy tradewind sailing with phenomenal views of West Maui, Molokai and Lanai.
Included are hot and cold hearty pupus with mai tais, beer, sodas, a great crew with great appetizers. If it’s whale season, mid-December thru mid-April, perhaps we’ll be lucky to see a humpback or two. B
DAY 6 - Maui - Mount Haleakala Tour • Hawaiian Luau & Show
After breakfast, we’re in for a fascinating day of exploration. Its focal point, the 10,023 foot summit of giant Mount Haleakala. The now sleeping volcano that gave birth to the island, Haleakala – the “House of the Sun” – is a mile deep. And her crater alone stretches seven miles across. She’s majestic and truly awesome!
Tonight…the “Drums of the Pacific” Luau! It’s the hottest show on the island. Our luau takes you on a journey through the islands of Polynesia. Witness the authentic dances and music of Samoa, Fiji, New Zealand, Tahiti and Hawaii. Enjoy an open bar and an all-you-can-eat traditional luau featuring a superb combination of Hawaiian specialties, complete with an Imu ceremony. B, D
DAY 7 - Maui - Fly Home
Our “Two Islander” guests transfer to Maui Airport. Your tour will end after breakfast this morning. Mahalo, and please join us again soon! B
If you have booked our “Big Island’ extension to the Island of Hawaii, after breakfast you will be transferred to Maui airport for your flight to Kona. B
B=Breakfast D=Dinner
