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Introduction

This California flydrive that also incorporates visits to the states of Nevada and Arizona to see Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon is for us the very best way to experience the West. We pay particular attention to location and in all cases you will find our choice of location uncompromising.

Everyone likes a luxury hotel but few of us enjoy paying for it so we have tried to strike a happy medium with our fly drive accommodation choices and through our relationships with hotel partners have negotiated some exceptionally favourable rates, meaning we can offer you something a little better for a little less..

Key benefits of this California fly drive itinerary -

• Non stop scheduled flights
• Quality Alamo car rental
• The absolute 'Must See' attractions of the American West with time to stay and enjoy
• Unparrelled hotel locations, decent clean hotels throughout
• Exceptional value for money
• Easily achievable fly-drive driving distances with clear and concise directions

Itinerary summary San Francisco - 3 nights - Hotel Adagio Carmel - 1 night - Carmel Mission Inn Yosemite National Park Area - 2 nights - Yosemite View Lodge Death Valley - 1 night - Furnace Creek Ranch Las Vegas - 2 nights - Circus Circus Hotel & Casino Grand Canyon - 2 nights - Quality Inn Canyon Plaza Then Lake Havasu - 1 night - Hampton Inn Los Angeles - 2 nights - InterContinental Los Angeles Century City or Sedona - 1 night - Amara Resort & Spa Scottsdale - 2 nights - J.W. Marriott Resort & Spa Total 14 nights

Flights
We are very proud to work with British Airways and have negotiated special inclusive tour rates exclusive to Complete North America for this itinerary giving you a great deal on non-stop flights with one of the finest carriers in the world. Should you be interested we can also extend special reduced travel rates in British Airways World Traveller Plus, Club World and FIRST.

Accommodation
The accommodation we have chosen represents a good mix between moderate, clean and comfortable properties that have convenient locations to 2 lovely properties in Los Angeles and San Francisco that offer a chic style with absolutely no compromise on location. By selecting these properties we have tried to keep a balance between cost, convenience and the standard of accommodation offered, we would be more than happy to discuss alternative properties or upgrades with you.

Sometimes the hotels named in this itinerary are not available at the time of booking. Under these circumstances Complete North America will book alternative accommodation of a similar standard. Such changes will be confirmed in writing to you at the time of booking confirmation. If you are not completely happy with the alternative hotel we will happily discuss other possibilities with you in the same location.

Financial Protection
By booking this complete package with Complete North America you benefit from reduced rates on flights, accommodation and car rental along with complete financial protection. We are fully bonded with the Civil Aviation Authority and this package is ATOL protected under ATOL No.5368.

Arrival San Francisco

Depart London Heathrow - 10:40
Arrive San Francisco – 13:35
Journey time – 10hr 55mins

On arrival we recommend that you DO NOT collect your car but rather take one of the metered cabs from the airport to you the superb Hotel Adagio. We recommend this as you will be tired and will only pay high fees to park the vehicle during your 3 days in the city. Of course if you do prefer to collect it on arrival or would like us to arrange private transportation for you to your hotel, this can be done for an additional cost.

On arrival at the Hotel Adagio we will have a welcome pack waiting for you containing maps, brochures and suggestions on what to visit and things to do for each of your days during your 14-night fly-drive.

3 Nights – Hotel Adagio, San Francisco
Recently renovated the new Hotel Adagio features a fresh design that bridges its Spanish Colonial Revival architectural roots to a clean and contemporary design aesthetic. Located in the heart of San Francisco's theatre, dining and shopping districts, the Adagio is the perfect destination for exploring. Uniquely San Franciscan and clearly Californian, the new Hotel Adagio offers a pace and atmosphere that is luxuriant and aromatic.

Overnight - Hotel Adagio, San Francisco

San Francisco - Suggested activities.

Morning
Depart for a three-hour deluxe "I Left My Heart in San Francisco" city tour including a visit to the Golden Gate Bridge

Afternoon
Enjoy a quick 10-minute ferry ride to the centre of the San Francisco harbour to the infamous former prison island - Alcatraz. The visit includes a taped tour of the prison (once home to such famous criminals as gangster Al Capone and Machine Gun Kelly)

Evening
Seafood dinner at one of many restaurants along the waterfront or at one of the trendy restaurants in the SoMa (South of Market) area! After dinner, enjoy a musical show, an American Conservatory Theatre performance or a comedy club, and a nightcap in one of the many rooftop cocktail lounges.

Overnight - Hotel Adagio, San Francisco

San Francisco - Suggested activities.

Morning
Take a tour to Muir Woods, a forest of giant California redwood trees - some of the biggest trees in the world. On the way back, stop for lunch and shopping in the beautiful little town of Sausalito. Return to San Francisco by ferry or by bus; or take a walking tour of Chinatown with a dim sum lunch.

Afternoon
Free afternoon to shop! Explore Union Square's department stores, small boutiques and art galleries; visit the neighbourhood shopping areas South of Market or Union Street; take a five-minute walk from downtown to the Embarcadero Centre, a three-level, four-building complex of 150 shops. Shop at the many complexes in the Fisherman's Wharf area such as PIER 39, Ghirardelli Square and The Cannery and enjoy the musicians and street performers. Take a jeep tour of the area, or rent a bike and ride across the Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito and ferry back to San Francisco.

Evening
San Francisco has over 3,000 restaurants! Take your choice: For instance, an authentic Chinese banquet in Chinatown - the largest Asian settlement outside of mainland China, an elaborate Korean barbecue or an Italian feast in The City's Italian section, called "North Beach" or how about a dinner cruise on San Francisco Bay. Enjoy dinner and dancing to a live band as you cruise past The City's famous skyline at sunset.

San Francisco is one of our favourite cities in the whole of North America, we would not recommend you spending any less than 3 nights in the city if this is your first visit. None of the tours or attractions mentioned in our suggested itinerary are included in your tour price but we would be very happy to make these arrangements on your behalf, particularly your visit to Alcatraz as the ferry to the island can often be booked up days in advance during the height of the season.

There are numerous festivals going on throughout the year in San Francisco, art, film and dance festivals and this is in addition to a packed sport scene, which includes the world famous San Francisco 49’ers. We are happy to help our customers with purchasing tickets and advising on events taking place during your stay, please ask for details.

Overnight - Hotel Adagio, San Francisco

San Francisco - Carmel - 140 miles

Today you will collect your rental car. We have arranged for you to collect it from a convenient downtown location rather than having to go back out to the airport, as is the case with many rental companies. Please ask about the additional cost for the in-car satellite navigation that will guide you along your route.

For the short journey to the south of San Francisco we suggest you travel across town to pick up route US-1 South as this will take you along the more scenic coastal areas of the Pacific Ocean. The route will pass many of the more popular California State Park and Beach areas as you travel to Santa Cruz. Here you may wish to pick up a local guidebook for touring among the historic district and Harbour. The route will now pass around the Monterey Bay to the community of Monterey. We suggest to park near to the Cannery Row and then walk around the shops. The Aquarium here is one of the top in the world and located right on the Monterey Bay. Proceed west through Monterey and watch for the signs for the 17-Mile Scenic Drive (fee area). Although there is a fee to drive along this route, the ocean views and opulent lifestyle of this region is worth paying to see. The route will bring you out into the heart of Carmel. Proceed back to the main highway of US-1 and the lodge for this night is located along this route near to two large shopping complexes. You will also wish to proceed back to the downtown area to look into the many “high end boutiques”.

Overnight - Best Western Carmel Mission Inn
Our choice of overnight stop offers clean comfortable accommodation and is conveniently located to both the centre of Carmel and US-1. (Guestroom pictured right).

Overnight - Best Western Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel - Yosemite National Park - 290 miles (inc detour)

This morning we suggest a short detour to the south along US-1 to see one of the most famous bridges along the west coast near to the area of Big Sur. This will be about a 70 mile very scenic round trip drive as you will need to return to Carmel and Monterey to proceed across the state to Merced and following the Merced River you climb into the majestic Sierra Nevada mountain range as you close in on Yosemite National Park.

The lodge for this day will be right at the very entrance to the Yosemite Park and depending on your arrival time you may wish to drive into the main Valley Area (about 20 minutes from the lodge). We suggest stopping and hiking to Bridalvail Falls and then proceeding up the route to the south entrance to the overlook that will give you a good view back into the main Yosemite Valley. Return to the lodge at the park entrance and take a dip in the pool before enjoying dinner at the on-site restaurant.

2 nights - Yosemite View Lodge
The closest lodging outside of the park and boasts a lovely swimming pool, clean comfortable rooms and is very good value. We are quite prepared to try and book one of the lodges within the park but these do cost considerably more and availability is very often an issue.

It’s important to remember that all accommodation in and around the National Parks is of a basic but clean and comfortable nature, however with 2 restaurants and the swimming pools we feel Yosemite View Lodge would be our choice. Subject to availability and a supplement river view rooms (picture shown to right) are an option at this property.

Adverse weather condition during the winter and spring months mean that we will have to alter your route slightly as the Tioga Pass in Yosemite National Park remains closed from October - May/June dependant on the Spring Thaw. Areas around Yosemite National Park and the Grand Canyon are likely to be cold and snowfall is common during the winter months. Consult with a member of our team regarding a suggested alternative route during winter and spring for this part of the CNA Western fly drive package.

Overnight - Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite Natl. Park - Suggested activities

A full day for exploring and sightseeing in the main valley of the Yosemite Park. We suggest to first stop at the park visitor centre to pick up the latest information on hiking and other activities for this day. You will find many short hikes, but do suggest you take along water and snacks as there is nothing available along the main trails.

Yosemite National Park is one of the best known parks in the world, consisting of huge waterfalls, granite domes and peaks, wildflowers, meadows and forests of centuries-old sequoias, glacier-carved canyon and massive monoliths, A pair of waterfall cascades into a 20-mile long, half-mile wide and 1,000-foot deep canyon of eroded yellow stone.

The Tioga Road, California 120, crosses the Tuolumne Meadows and High Country. The highway, originally built as a mining road in 1182-3, was realigned and modernized in 1961. The road passes through an area of sparkling lakes, fragile meadows, domes, and lofty peaks that only 10,000 years ago lay under glacial ice. Scenic turnouts along the road afford superb views. At Tioga Pass the road crosses the Sierras crest at 9,945 feet, the highest automobile pass in California.

Yosemite Valley has sheer walls and a flat floor formed by alpine glaciers. You will see such amazing sights as El Capitan and Cathedral Rocks. The most rugged section of Yosemite is Tuolumne Meadows and the High Country. Bridalveil Falls is a must it cascades 620 feet and Yosemite Falls is the tallest is the world. Visit Half-Dome, elevation 8, 842 feet, an 87 million-year-old rock dome and is Yosemite's most famous monument.

Yosemite National Park is also home to the largest stand of giant sequoias trees and home of the Grizzly Giant, one of the oldest giant sequoias in the world

Overnight - Yosemite View Lodge

Yosemite Natl. Park - Death Valley - 310 miles

Start early today, whilst 310 miles does not seem a lot the stunning drive will take time and today is a full day for sure. You will leave Yosemite View Lodge and re-enter the park once again this morning but take the route to the north (before the main valley) and then the drive over the Tioga Pass and across to the East Park Entrance. Here you will pick up the route of US-395 South heading towards your overnight stop in the heart of Death Valley.

Death Valley is a land of complete extremes. It is one of the hottest places on the surface of the earth with summer temperatures averaging well over 100 degrees Fahrenheit. It encompasses the lowest point in the Western Hemisphere and is the driest place in North America. The valley is also a land of subtle beauties, morning light creeping across the eroded badlands of Zabriskie Point to strike Manly Beacon, the setting sun and lengthening shadows of the sand dunes at Stovepipe Wells and the colours of the wildflowers on the golden hills above Harmony Borax, Death Valley is a truly unique place and a complete contrast to what you have left behind at Yosemite.

Overnight - Furnace Creek Ranch
Originally built as a working ranch in the 1880s and later the home of the famous twenty mule teams, the Furnace Creek Ranch today offers a complete resort complex in the heart of Death Valley National Park. The 224 guest units are complemented by three restaurants, a saloon, a general store, The Borax Museum and a 3,040-foot airstrip. Boundless recreational opportunities include a spring-fed swimming pool, the world's lowest golf course (214 feet below sea level), tennis, horseback riding, horse-drawn carriage rides, hiking and touring. The Ranch is located 120 miles northwest of Las Vegas and is open year 'round (some services listed vary seasonally). Pictures right.

Overnight - Furnace Creek Ranch

Death Valley - Las Vegas - 160 miles

There is some sightseeing to do in the Death Valley area this morning, mainly to the south before heading east into the state of Nevada. Here you may take a more northern route into Lathrop Wells, or a southern route that will bring you into Pahrump. Either route will allow you to travel around the Taiyabe National Forest and into the city of Las Vegas.

There really is so much to do and see in Las Vegas that on leaving Death Valley we recommend you make a beeline for the bright lights to make the most out of your 2 nights there.

2 nights - Circus Circus Hotel
Circus Circus has been a family favorite for years. From the thrilling rides and midway games in the AdventureDome to gourmet dining at The Steak House, this hotel pleases everyone. A runaway hit since opening in 1968, The hotel truly is a classic hotel/casino, Circus Circus` has distinctive charm, unique not only to Las Vegas but to the world. Hotel services and facilities include the world-famous main casino floor, which is always jumping. Overhead, live circus acts - acrobats, trapeze artists, Clowns, jugglers - perform around the clock. A carnival midway offers games of skill and chance for all ages. Nearby, the largest space-frame dome in the United States houses Grand Slam Canyon, an indoor "theme park" featuring the Canyon Blaster, a double-loop double-corkscrew roller coaster guaranteed to put a scream on your face. Several restaurants, a celebrated poker room, a giant race and sports book, the unique rotating cocktail lounge and shopping promenade should serve to reinforce any desire to run away and join the circus.

Overnight - Circus Circus Hotel

Las Vegas - Suggested activities

A full day to enjoy the sights and attractions of this most exciting city.

During you day be sure to catch the Volcano Fountain eruption every 15 minutes, the fountain show on the lake at Bellagio, also every 15 minutes, take a gondola ride at the Venetian, take a ride up to the observation deck on the Eiffel Tower at the Paris Hotel, take the Big Shot ride atop the Stratosphere Tower, Bungy jump at Circus Circus Hotel, visit the amazing Fremont Street experience, take a trip out to see the Hoover Dam or maybe even book a helicopter trip to fly over the Grand Canyon.

As your day nears an end choose from the endless choices of places to eat before finishing the night off at one of the world class shows that entertain nightly across the city that never sleeps.

Overnight - Circus Circus Hotel

** There is a choice of route from Grand Canyon ... **

If the bright lights of Los Angeles are not for you and you would rather relax amongst the beautiful red rocks of Sedona and the lush surrounds of the Scottsdale desert resorts then take this alternative end to the C.N.A. Western. Instead of 1 night in Lake Havasu City and 2 nights in Los Angeles you will spend 1 night in Sedona and 2 nights in Scottsdale before flying home from Phoenix.

• Route 1 : Grand Canyon - Lake Havasu City - Los Angeles (shown immediately below)
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• Route 2 : Grand Canyon - Sedona - Scottsdale/Phoenix (scroll further down the page)
  

Departure Los Angeles.

Today sees the conclusion to your discovery tour of the western United States. As your flight does not depart until this evening you still have time to do some last minute shopping, visit Knots Berry Farm, Disneyland, Universal Studios or maybe just relax and soak up the last few rays in the California sunshine before you return your rental car to the airport and check-in for your flight back to the U.K.

Depart Los Angeles – 21:30
Arrive London Heathrow – 15:50*
Journey time – 10hr 20mins

* Arrival time into the U.K is the following day

Route 2 ** Grand Canyon - Sedona - Scottsdale/Phoenix **

Supplementary cost : June - August 31st = £99 per person.
Supplement for all other dates on request. Please state on enquiry form if you require this option.

Today you have two options. Firstly you could spend a little more time at the Canyon to take advantage of some of the itineraries suggested above. Our preferred option would be to leave early from the Grand Canyon and head to Flagstaff, from here you pick up US-89 through Oak Creek Canyon and on into Sedona. Along the route from Oak Creek Canyon to Sedona you will find many pullouts affording superb views of the valley and Red Rock Rim. Sedona is a quaint town in a beautiful setting, there are many very pleasant walks or if you are feeling a little more adventurous we would thoroughly recommend a jeep tour to get off the beaten track and really see and experience the rugged nature of the surrounding scenery.

Overnight – Amara Resort & Spa

Amara Resort & Spa

A 4 diamond resort perched on the banks of Oak Creek with the beautiful red rocks as your back drop, Amara Resort is just steps away from uptown Sedona. The hotel features a modern contemporary design throughout, a wonderful restaurant (Dinner on the patio is highly recommended) and a fabulous Spa facility. The hotel also offers a salt water outdoor pool and hot tub.

Today we continue to slow the pace of your tour down with another relatively short drive south to the desert community of Scottsdale for a 2 night ‘Wind down’ stay at one of the fabulous resorts Scottsdale has become famous for. In addition to being a golfers paradise Scottsdale offers world class shopping, some of the best Spa facilities in the world, desert tours to see the flora and fauna, hot air balloon trips sand that’s not to mention the historic downtown and abundance of award winning restaurants.

Overnight – Camelback Inn – A J.W. Marriott Resort & Spa.

Camelback Inn – A J.W. Marriott Resort & Spa

A luxury resort that seems to have it all, for us the highlights are a fabulous restaurant, a superb spa facility and a morning coffee on the private veranda of your deluxe casita! The resort also boasts several swimming pools amongst the Casitas, which are spread across acres of beautifully manicured desert gardens. The Casita’s are particularly spacious and have a kitchenette with full size fridge, microwave and coffee making facilities. Parking close to your Casita is free. For those looking for something really special consider the Deluxe Casita’s that have their own swimming pool but be warned they don’t come cheap!

Today is your last full day so we suggest you use it to re-charge the batteries. Your resort offers numerous opportunities to relax and pamper yourself from the freshwater swimming pools to the spa facility. For those looking to venture out shopping, jeep tours, balloon trips and fine dining await. At C.N.A. we would be happy to make advance reservations for you or if you wish to leave it until you arrive make full use of the hotel concierge who will be more than willing to help you plan your day.

Overnight – Camelback Inn – A J.W. Marriott Resort & Spa.

Scottsdale is a mere 10 miles from Phoenix Airport Sky Harbor International Airport. With your flight leaving at around 7.30pm and allowing for getting there and check-in you really do not need to leave your resort until around 3pm so enjoy a relaxing morning and afternoon in the Scottsdale area. Return your car to the airport location and check-in for your non-stop flight back to the U.K.

Depart Phoenix – 19.25
Arrive – London Heathrow – 1310*
Journey Time – 10hr 15mins

*Denotes next day arrival

C.N.A. Western Flydrive - Photo Album

We are pleased to be able to display a selection of photographs from this Flydrive

Prices (in Pounds Sterling)

The prices shown below are 'per person'.

Cost Includes ....

• British Airways non-stop flights
• UK & US Airport taxes
• 14 nights room only accommodation
• 14 days economy car rental based on Alamo ‘Gold Rate’ (Intermediate for Triple/Quad Rates). Click here for details.
• Exclusive travel documentation package including personalised maps, itinerary and driver directions along with all applicable tickets and vouchers.
• Due to the varying and frequently changing fuel surcharges imposed by all carriers from time to time the costs above do not include these charges. Any applicable charge will be confirmed to you at the time of enquiry or booking.

Weather
During this fly drive tour you will pass through a variety of different climates which vary dramatically throughout the year. For this reason we recommend you take layered clothing so than you can be as adaptable to the current conditions as possible.

During the summer months June - October the weather should be favourable in all areas and particularly warm in Las Vegas and at the Grand Canyon.

During the autumn/winter months, October-May weather is less predictable and snowfall and road closures are common around Yosemite National Park. Conditions are often still pleasant in San Francisco, Las Vegas and Los Angeles at this time.

Hotel Availability
Sometimes the hotels named in this itinerary are not available at the time of booking. Under these circumstances Complete North America will book alternative accommodation of a similar standard. Such changes will be confirmed in writing to you at the time of booking confirmation. If you are not completely happy with the alternative hotel we will happily discuss other possibilities with you in the same location.

Hotel Upgrades
We have used what we consider to be a mixture of good superior city hotels with conveniently located motel accommodation in National Park and away from the major cities of San Francisco, Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Whilst we try to find a happy mid range level with our accommodation we do have upgrade options and would be happy to quote accordingly. A step up I standard would be hotels listed below, for deluxe hotels and resorts please call our office.

• San Francisco - Argonaut Hotel, Fisherman's Wharf
• Carmel/Monterey - Monterey Plaza Hotel
• Yosemite Natl. Park - National Park Lodges (Very limited availability ideally book 12 months in advance)
• Death Valley - Furnace Creek Resort
• Las Vegas - Bellagio
• Grand Canyon - National Park Lodges (Very limited availability ideally book 12 months in advance)
• Lake Havasu - No worthwhile upgrade option
• Los Angeles - Park Hyatt Los Angeles or Hyatt West Hollywood

Best days to travel, seat assignments, special requests and flight upgrades

• British Airways operate non-stop flights daily to San Francisco and returning from Los Angeles so subject to availability you can select the travel date that best suits you. Should you wish to fly with an alternative carrier we would also be happy to prepare a quote for you.
• Where available we will be delighted to pre-assign your seats numbers and take care of any special meal requests according to your preference at the time of booking.
• We have exceptional deals on upgrades with British Airways to World Traveller Plus, Club World and FIRST.
• We have discounted prices for British Airways regional flights to Heathrow, please ask for details and if you are flying from Northern Ireland or Republic of Ireland? Read about special deals for connecting flights here.

Car Rental in America

The car rental included in this package is based on the Alamo 'Gold' rate which represents the mose inclusive rate you can buy. For a full breakdown of just exactly what this rate includes, a full explanation of all inclusions and information on cars please visit our car rental section by clicking on the link below.

As part of our agreement with Alamo we are able to offer you GPS Satellite Navigation as an optional extra that must be pre-booked. For more information on this click the link below.

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Travel Insurance
Whilst it is not compulsory to take our travel insurance, it's imperative that you do not travel without comprehensive travel insurance. Our adult premium is £49 per person for 2 weeks (Age restrictions do apply), however we do have rates for family policies and annual travel insurance, please call for details. In all cases taking our travel insurance will require acceptance of the medical health declaration and all pre-existing conditions should be declared to the insurance company.

All travellers must hold a full 10 year machine readable British Passport and have no criminal convictions to travel to the United States without the need for a visa. For more details on passport requirements please visit www.usembassy.org.uk

Ready to book?

Call our booking line on 0845 263 7100

(Mon-Fri. 09.00-18.00 or Sat 10.00-17.00)

A member of our team will be happy to answer any questions you have before processing your booking and the initial non-refundable deposit payment of £150.00 per person. We will endeavour to secure your flights and take care of any special meal requests during this call. The remaining components of your holiday will be put in place and a written 'Confirmation/Invoice' detailing everything we have confirmed on your behalf will be sent by regular mail along with a receipt for the deposit to your nominated contact address. We try to complete this whole process within 7- 10 working days of accepting your order and deposit, however meeting this target is very much dependant on the speed of response from our hotel and tour partners in North America.

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