Los Angeles Holidays
Description
Itinerary:
Day 1 –Arrive in Los Angeles
Upon arrival in Los Angeles collect your pre-booked car and make your own way to the Holiday Inn LAX, your overnight accommodation..Day 2–Los Angeles to Palm Springs (approx 147 miles)
Begin your drive, perhaps to the Magic Kingdom of Disneyland where you may enjoy such rides as Pirates of the Caribbean, The Haunted Mansion, and the Matterhorn. Then continue to Palm Springs. Overnight: Best Western Inn at Palm SpringsDay 3 – Palm Springs to Phoenix/Scottsdale (approx 267 miles)
There is time this morning to shop in the exclusive boutiques and shops of Palm Springs before driving to Scottsdale and Phoenix. Phoenix is one of the fastest growing cities in the United States, partly due to the dry climate and many days of sunshine.Overnight: Days Inn Scottsdale Fashion SquareDay 4 – Phoenix to Grand Canyon National Park (approx 230 miles)
Start today with a short drive to the fantastic Grand Canyon. You will then have a full day to stroll along the South Rim and experience the many works of nature. Overnight: The Grand HotelDay 5 – Grand Canyon National Park to Las Vegas (approx 276 miles)
Drive through Williams and Kingman to one of the world’s greatest man-made structures, the Hoover Dam. Continue your drive to Las Vegas, the glittering entertainment capital of the world, open 24-hours a day for nonstop fun. Overnight: Imperial Palace
Day 6 – Las Vegas
Enjoy a full day at leisure in the entertainment Capital of the World.Day 7 – Las Vegas to Death Valley National Park (approx 139 miles)
After your morning at leisure in Las Vegas, drive across the Amargosa Desert and arrive at Death Valley National Park. At Zabriskie Point you will have a panoramic view of the seemingly endless valley. Overnight: Furnace Creek RanchDay 8 – Death Valley National Park to Yosemite National Park** (approx 326 miles)
Drive via Bishop into the high Sierra Nevada to the Tioga Pass** and Yosemite, one of America’s most scenic national parks. See the silvery waters of the Yosemite and Bridalveil Falls and the huge granite formations of El Capitan and Half Dome. Overnight: Best Western Yosemite Way Station .Day 9 – Yosemite National Park to San Francisco (approx 195 miles)
Drive across the state of California to one of America’s favorite cities, San Francisco. Upon arrival, tour this beautiful city by visiting Union Square, The Presidio, Golden Gate Park, and Fisherman’s Wharf. Catch a glimpse of the infamous Alcatraz Island across the bay. Overnight: Holiday Inn Civic Center .Day 10 – San Francisco (Napa Valley)
A full day at leisure to explore the many sights of this beloved city. Or why not enjoy the rolling hills of California’s Wine Country in the Napa Valley. Overnight: In San FranciscoDay 11 – San Francisco to Monterey (approx 230 miles)
Drive to Monterey and visit Cannery Row (of author John Steinbeck fame). Enjoy stunning coastline views on 17-Mile Drive, have lunch in Carmel and visit Monterey’s Fisherman’s Wharf before reaching your hotel. Overnight: Travelodge DowntownDay 12 – Monterey to Santa Barbara/Ventura (approx 130 miles)
Continue your journey south through Pismo Beach, Santa Maria and Santa Barbara on the way to your overnight hotel. Overnight: Vagabond Inn, OxnardDay 13 – Ventura to Los Angeles (approx 70 miles)
This morning continue by Malibu and Santa Monica to Los Angeles. We suggest you drive through Beverly Hills and Hollywood for an optional visit of Universal Studios, the world’s largest television and movie studio complex. Overnight: Holiday Inn LAXDay 14 – Depart Los Angeles
Your tour ends today, make your way back to Los Angeles airport, return your car to the car rental depot and board your flight back to London.Please Note:**From early November to late May the Tioga Pass may be closed due to weather or road conditions. In which case you will need to drive the southern route through Bakersfield and Fresno into the Yosemite Area.
Room Facilities:
- Ensuite bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Air conditioning
- Iron and Ironing board
- TV
- Tea and Coffee making facilities
- Internet access
Please Note:Accommodation facilities may vary depending on hotel, above is just a guideline and is not guaranteed
Board Basis: .Room Only
room only throughout
Your Holiday Price Includes: Return Scheduled flights with British Airways, 13 nights accommodation on a room only basis and a fully inclusive compact 2 door car for the duration.
Prices are per person based on 2 adults sharing a room, unless your offer is occupancy based in which case the prices are based on maximum occupancy.
Ticketing information : You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking
Please Note:
- The following extra charges will apply when booked by credit card: Visa / Mastercard - 2%, Amex - 2%, Diners - 2%.
- For any bookings made within 14 days of departure, there will be a Ticket on Departure charge of £10 per person levied by the tour operator.
- Your confirmation email is notification that the tour operator has received your booking and is processing it
Los Angeles Information
Los Angeles Highlights...
- Sandy beach
- Lively Nights
- Good for Couples
- All Beaches
- Museums
- Good Shopping
- Theme / Aqua Park
- Good for families
- Dining Out
- Romantic
- Local Character
- Plenty to do
- Bistros & Cafés
- Transfer in 1hr
California Division of Tourism
Address: 801 K St, Suite 1600, Sacramento, CA 95814
Email: caltour@commerce.ca.gov
Phone: +1 916 322 2881 or +1 916 322 1396
Destination Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Airport Information
Country
United States (US)
Address
Los Angeles International Airport, 200 World Way, Los Angeles, California 90045, USA
Country Code
1
Telephone
310 646 5252 (24-hour recorded information)
Fax
310 646 1893
infoline@lawa.org
Website
www.lawa.org
Location
The airport is located 24km (15 miles) southwest of Los Angeles
Time Zone
GMT - 8 (GMT - 7 from the first Sunday in April to the last Sunday in October)
Number of Terminals
9 (including the Tom Bradley International Terminal)
Transfer between Terminals
A free shuttle bus serves all the terminals around the central loop.
Driving Directions
The airport is located just off the Pacific Coast Highway (Highway-1) and Highway-42, near the intersection of Freeways-405 and -105 (Highway-1 is also called Lincoln Boulevard just north of the airport and is called Sepulveda Boulevard just south of the airport). From Los Angeles, take Freeway-405 south, turn off onto either Highway-42 or Freeway-105 west, and follow signs to the airport. Traffic is heavy at peak times and the airport recommends using public transport.
Car Parking
There are about 8,000 parking spaces available in eight central car parks with good access to all the terminals, offering short- and long-term parking. The two perimeter car parks (Lots B and C) have cheaper daily rates and the first two hours of parking are free; the LAX shuttle runs between these car parks and the terminals. Metered parking is available in the central terminal area and on the Arrivals level uncovered car parks.
Car Hire
About 40 companies serve the airport, with offices located off-site. These, which include all major car hire companies such as Alamo, Avis, Budget, Hertz and National, can be contacted via courtesy telephone links inside or near the baggage reclaim areas on the Arrivals level of all terminals. Free shuttles transport passengers to the car company; the shuttles depart from designated areas on the Arrivals level islands in front of each terminal.
Public Transport
Rail: There is a free shuttle service from the airport which runs to the Aviation Station on the green line of the metro light rail network. Road: Taxi: Taxis and shuttles stop outside the terminals on the lower/Arrivals level. Authorised taxis serve the airport and display fixed fare tariffs to local destinations. Door-to-door shuttle vans are also available. Bus: Various airport bus and shuttle van services run to destinations all over southern California, including the Metropolitan Express to downtown Los Angeles and Union Station, the Airport Bus to Anaheim (Disneyland) and Buena Park and the FlyAway Bus providing non-stop transport between the airport and the San Fernando Valley. Public bus services are run by the Metropolitan Transportation Authority; buses run from car park Lot C, which is connected to the terminals by Shuttle C; they are also run by Culver City Bus Line, Santa Monica Big Blue Bus and Torrance Transit
Information and Help Desks
Travelers Aid booths are located on the lower/Arrivals level of each terminal near baggage reclaim and provide information and assistance for disabled passengers. The airport has a 24-hour recorded information line (tel: 310 646 5252).
Airport Facilities
Money and communications: ATMs and bureaux de change are available in all terminals. So are Internet access facilities. Mobile phone hire is available in the TBI Terminal Arrivals. Eating and drinking: There are numerous fast-food outlets, bars, coffee shops, restaurants and ice cream parlours across the airport. Shopping: Shops are plentiful at the airport; duty-free shopping is available in Terminals 2-8 and in the TBI Terminal; newsagents, gift shops and bookshops are also widely available. Luggage: Trolleys are available. There is a left-luggage facility on the Arrivals level of the TBI Terminal; a wrapping service is available. Lost property is handed to the LAX Airport Police (tel: 310 417 0440). Other facilities: There is a first aid station in TBI Terminal. AED units (defibrillators) are situated throughout the airport.
Conference and Business Facilities
The Travel Right Café in Terminal 4 Departures has laptop and Internet connection and mobile phone services. Notary services are available in the TBI Terminal, at the ICE Currency Exchange booth on the Departures level. Fax and photocopying is available at the ICE Currency Exchange booth on the Arrivals level of the TBI Terminal, as well as on the Departures level of Terminal 3. There is a meeting room in Terminal 3, provided by Alaska Airlines (tel: 310 342 4435), and one in Terminal 1, provided by US Airways (tel: 310 417 2054). General conference facilities are available at nearby hotels. The Hilton Los Angeles Airport (tel: 310 410 4000) provides meeting rooms, including two ballrooms, on the newly renovated second floor, as well as a 24-hour fully equipped business centre.
Disabled Facilities
Facilities include ramps and lifts, adapted toilets, wheelchair-accessible restaurants, fast-food outlets and coffee shops, and TDD telephones in all terminals. All airport car parks have plenty of disabled spaces and lift-equipped shuttle buses run between Lots B and C and the terminals. Free parking is available for disabled drivers in metered areas; however this is only available to drivers who can display a disabled permit. Wheelchairs can be requested from individual airlines; disabled passengers are advised to inform their airline of their requirements in advance. There is a TDD information line (tel: 310 665 0370).
Airport Hotels
There are numerous hotels nearby including the Hilton Los Angeles Airport (tel: 310 410 4000), Holiday Inn Los Angeles International Airport (tel: 310 649 5151), Crowne Plaza Hotel (tel: 310 642 7500) and Best Western Airport Plaza Inn (tel: 310 568 0071). Hotel reservation boards are located on the Arrivals level in each terminal with courtesy telephones for reservations. A hotel reservations office is located in the baggage reclaim areas of all terminals. Many hotels offer free shuttle services to/from the airport.
City
Los Angeles
Full Airport Name
Los Angeles International Airport
State or Province
California
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