Southwest Adventure Self Drive Hotel 7 Seater Car

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16 days (Los Angeles)

Destinations visited: USA, Los Angeles, World

Physical rating:
Culture shock rating:

Physical Ratings

The physical rating gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the trip. While generalisations are always tricky, a summary of our ratings follows:

Rating 1

These trips are a relaxing break. You don't have to worry about doing anything physically demanding unless you want to.

Rating 2

Some easy physical activities included in your trip. No physical preparation is required to make the most of the journey.

Rating 3

This trip will raise your heartbeat. Moderate physical activities are included and a good level of fitness is required.

Rating 4

Be prepared for some serious physical activity. The majority of activities included on this trip will be challenging. The fitter you are, the more you will enjoy your holiday.

Rating 5

Intrepid’s highest physical rating. Get ready for a heart-pumping adventure with plenty of challenges and some extreme conditions. You will be required to be seriously fit for this trip as difficult activities are included.

Culture Shock Ratings

The culture shock rating considers the level of development in the location, the area's infrastructure and how easy it is to access services. It also takes into consideration how different the food and customs are and whether English is widely spoken. While generalisations are always tricky, here’s a summary of the ratings:

Rating 1

This is the least confronting of Intrepid's product range. English is the native language and the food, customs and access to services will be familiar to you.

Rating 2

You will probably have experienced food like this in restaurants back home and English is commonly spoken. Services are available most of the time but there may be some cultural differences.

Rating 3

Expect some culture shock. You will be exposed to signs of poverty and access to services may be sporadic. The food will be quite different to home and English speakers harder to find. Respecting the local culture will make it easier to fit in and really experience the location.

Rating 4

The comforts of home are more of a rarity. English is not common and the food will be quite different to what you are used to. It is important to observe some of the local customs to not cause offence. Many of the locals' standard of living may be confronting.

Rating 5

You're really out there! You'll need to pay specific attention to health and hygiene. A large proportion of locals' living conditions are a world away from standards you are used to. You may have difficulty finding an English speaker and there is little or no access to services. Paying heed to local customs is essential.

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Description

Get behind the wheel and embark on an unforgettable road-trip through the big, bold and bizarre landscapes of the U.S.A. Feel the wind in your hair as you cruise the highways of the West Coast, stopping at gold-rush towns and camping in the heart of the great outdoors. We’ll provide you with all the gear so you can hit the ground running, all you need to decide is where to stop for lunch. Try your luck in the buzz of Los Vegas, hike into the Grand Canyon and climb through the canyon-lands of Moab – this independent, self drive adventure is perfect for those who want to explore America’s West and experience the thrill of the open road.

Highlights

Get the heart-racing in exciting Las Vegas.

Itinerary

Day 1 Los Angeles

Stars, surf, superficiality and sunshine - Los Angeles is a bold, sprawling city with a pronounced swagger and a surprising amount of charm.

Day 2 Arizona Border

Travel east through the state of California, heading towards the border of Arizona. Set up camp under an expansive sky.

Days 3-4 Grand Canyon

Words don't do justice to the Grand Canyon, a stunning 1.5 km deep gorge formed by over six million years of erosion from the Colorado River.

Day 5 Lake Powell

Controversially created in the 1960s, Lake Powell is now a popular holiday destination, consisting of 96 water-filled canyons, 3,150 km of shoreline and endless red-hued canyon walls.

Day 6 Monument Valley

Red-hued sandstone buttes rise strikingly from the earth in Monument Valley, the setting of many a western and home to the Navajo Nation Reservation.

Days 7-9 Moab

Home to the incredible Canyonlands and Arches national parks, Moab is a small city in Utah that attracts hikers, mountain bikers and nature enthusiasts.

Day 10 Bryce Canyon National Park

A natural amphitheatre formed by centuries of erosion, Bryce Canyon National Park is filled with hoodoos - dramatic rock spires that glow red, orange and white in the glaring sun.

Days 11-12 Zion

Zion National Park showcases soaring canyons, impressive hiking trails and beautiful waterways, all coloured by the mesmerising pink-, red- and white-hued rocks that the park is famous for.

Days 13-14 Las Vegas

To witness the roll of the dice, the brightness of the lights and the general ostentatiousness of Las Vegas is a quintessential American experience.

Days 15-16 Los Angeles

Although not as glitzy as it likes to make out, LA does have a lot to offer with its eclectic array of restaurants, entertainment and modern-day culture.

Southwest Adventure Self Drive Hotel 7 Seater Car

Group Size

Maximum of 5 travellers per group

Accommodation

Hotel

Transport

Car

Budget

Monument Valley National Tribal Park

Important notes

Please note the following surcharges: - Drivers under the age of 25 years old are subject to a 25USD per day supplement. - Any additional nominated drivers are subject to a 10USD per day supplement. These fees are to be paid locally direct to the car hire agency

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