A Southern California & Vegas Adventure
Get set for fun in the sun when you visit San Diego, renowned for its idyllic climate and pristine beaches; Palm Springs, the playground of the rich and famous; and Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world! A guided tour of San Diego reveals the fascinating history of this southern California city. Travel through Balboa Park, visit Old Town and enjoy lunch on Coronado Island at the famous Hotel del Coronado. Experience a wine tasting, a 4WD jeep tour into the desert to explore the canyons carved by the San Andreas Fault, and a full day at leisure in Las Vegas where the opportunities for fun are endless!
Relish an elegant lunch at the famous Hotel del Coronado. Sample California's flavors during a wine tasting. Enjoy a day of entertainment and a Jeep ride at the old mining camp town. Spend two nights in exciting Las Vegas!
Highlights
San Diego, Hotel del Coronado, Wine Tasting, Palm Springs, Air Museum, Mining Camp, Las Vegas
Collette Experience
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- Tour Operator
- Collette Vacations
- Offer
- Offer valid through 3/31/2012
- Duration
- 9 Days
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | San Diego | Arrive San Diego, California - Tour Begins : Join Collette Vacations for an exciting journey through Southern California and Las Vegas. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner in San Diego - a gem of the west coast, known for its ideal climate in every season. Today dinner will be included. |
| Day 2 | San Diego | San Diego : Embark on a guided tour of San Diego, discovering the fascinating history of this unique California city. Travel through Balboa Park's sprawling 1,150 acres graced with botanical gardens. Visit San Diego's Old Town, taking in its reconstructed Mexican-style ambience and enjoy time to shop and sample one of its cafes. The remainder of your day is at leisure to explore the best San Diego has to offer! Today breakfast will be included. |
| Day 3 | San Diego | San Diego : Enjoy a leisurely morning in San Diego...perhaps taking a stroll through the nearby Gaslamp Quarter. This afternoon, set off for Coronado Island to visit the famous Hotel del Coronado, which blends modern luxury with a storybook charm. Built in 1888, and a National Historic Landmark, this Victorian hotel has been heralded as one of the world's top 10 resorts. Relax over an elegant lunch before taking time to explore the shops and wander through the lovely gardens. Today breakfast and lunch will be included. |
| Day 4 | Palm Springs | San Diego - Palm Springs : Today, leave San Diego behind as you're whisked off to the desert resort town of Palm Springs. En route, visit a local winery to soak in the stunning scenery and enjoy a wine tasting in the heart of one of California's best wine-growing regions. Upon arriving in Palm Springs, your afternoon is at leisure to stroll through town or simply relax by the beautiful pool at your resort. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. |
| Day 5 | Palm Springs | Palm Springs : This morning set off on a sightseeing tour that showcases the best of this popular playground of the rich and famous. A local guide brings Palm Springs' vast history and Native American heritage to life and tells stories of the celebrities who have lived in this area, including the legendary Bob Hope. This afternoon, visit the incredible Palm Springs Air Museum for a journey through history with a veteran of World War II. Knowledgeable docents, many of whom are veterans and former pilots, conduct tours through a remarkable tribute to World War II where you'll find historic military vehicle collections; visit the library containing every issue of Life magazine ever published; and witness flight demonstrations from the collection of aircraft at the museum. The remainder of your day is at leisure. Today breakfast will be included. |
| Day 6 | Palm Springs | Palm Springs : Enjoy time after breakfast to relax before heading out for a day of adventure at an old mining camp! Upon arrival, climb aboard a big red Jeep and head into the desert to explore the steep-walled canyons carved by water and the San Andreas Fault. Try your hand at the Old Time Shooting Gallery or pan for gold! Feast on a Big Willies BBQ for dinner and then listen to a performance by a country rock singer who takes you on a nostalgic journey through this genre, as well as classic tunes from the 50's, 60's and 70's. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. |
| Day 7 | Las Vegas | Palm Springs - Las Vegas, Nevada : After breakfast depart for the dynamic resort city of Las Vegas for an exciting two night stay. Enjoy delightful scenery during your journey, arriving in Las Vegas by lunch time. Vegas' fabulous skyline welcomes you with its famous icons such as a pyramid and sphinx and the Statue of Liberty. Bright lights glitter at night in Vegas and an exhilarating energy saturates the city. Today breakfast will be included. |
| Day 8 | Las Vegas | Las Vegas : A full day at leisure in Las Vegas beckons and the opportunities for entertainment are endless. Enjoy a show, shop for souvenirs or relax by the pool at your hotel which overlooks the famous Strip. Of course, enjoying the city's most well-known pastime at the casino is always an option as well! Join your fellow travelers this evening for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of a wonderful trip. Today breakfast and dinner will be included. |
| Day 9 | Tour ends | Las Vegas - Tour Ends : Return home with countless memories of your west coast adventure. |
- Dates/Pricing
- Lodging
- Sheraton Suites Symphony Hall, San Diego, CA
- Palm Mountain Resort, Palm Springs, CA
- Planet Hollywood, Las Vegas, NV
- Disclaimer
- NOTE: Specials are marked with a *
NOTE: NOTE: Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
