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Golden West Adventure

14 days
Start and end in Los Angeles
5.0
119 traveler reviews
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Active
Thrilling adventures designed to keep you moving
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 42 - 50
Age range 5 to 99
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Highlights

  • Explore Hollywood's iconic landmarks
  • Stroll through Old Town Scottsdale
  • Witness the grandeur of the Grand Canyon
  • Discover the charm of San Francisco
  • Drive the scenic Pacific Coast Highway

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 LOS ANGELES
  2. Day 2 LOS ANGELES
  3. Day 3 LOS ANGELES–PALM SPRINGS
  4. Day 4 PALM SPRINGS–SCOTTSDALE AREA
  5. Day 5 SCOTTSDALE AREA–SEDONA–GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK–WILLIAMS
  6. Day 6 WILLIAMS–LAS VEGAS
  7. Day 7 LAS VEGAS
  8. Day 8 LAS VEGAS–SELMA
  9. Day 9 SELMA–YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK–SONORA
  10. Day 10 SONORA–SAN FRANCISCO
  11. Day 11 SAN FRANCISCO
  12. Day 12 SAN FRANCISCO–17 MILE DRIVE–CARMEL–MONTEREY
  13. Day 13 MONTEREY–BIG SUR HIGHWAY–PFEIFFER BIG SUR STATE PARK–SAN LUIS OBISPO–SOLVANG
  14. Day 14 SOLVANG–SANTA BARBARA–LOS ANGELES
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What's Included

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What's Not Included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Optional
  • Additional Services

Where You'll Stay

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Cosmos

Number of tours

210

Age Range

5 to 99 years old

Response time

within 1 day

Response rate

92%

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Customer Reviews

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    5.0
  • Itinerary
    Excellent
    4.6
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
    Excellent
    4.8
  • Accommodation
    Excellent
    4.5
  • Food
    Good
    3.9
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  • Golden West Adventure reviewer 1
    · June 22nd, 2024
    An excellent tour. We got to see all the major sights with an excellent driver and guide.
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    Trip date: June 2024
  • A
    · October 25th, 2023
    The Touring Coach was clean & comfortable. I liked the concept of the seat rotations. Our Driver Allen was pleasant & professional. Jake our Tour Guide was a delight - always approachable, very nice & friendly. His knowledge & communication skills throughout our Tour was informative, impressive and at times witty, which we loved.
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    Trip date: October 2023
    Review collected by Cosmos
  • A
    · October 23rd, 2023
    Tour director was great and the, organisation was great. I enjoyed the itinerary and the company of the other people on this tour. Overall it was a great experience
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    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · October 21st, 2023
    On a tour with so much to cover - miles, culture, regional variations, the whole organisation was excellent and moved on smoothly. Outstanding tour director. I have taught communication skills and have experience of tour directors on holidays all over the world. and Jake is outstanding. I heard every word which is so important and rare to find, especially for instructions. . The tone and pitch of his voice excellent. Wide range of I information to suit all levels and range of interests. And so much enthusiasm.
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    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · October 21st, 2023
    Very well organised tour. Some hotels better than others but on the whole it was good.
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    Trip date: October 2023
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  • A
    · October 8th, 2023
    West Coast Usa tour was an epic experience and we were delighted with the quality . Hotels, tour guide and trips were great! Our trip catered for broad range of ages and there was something fir everyone. Would definitely book another.
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    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · October 7th, 2023
    The second last hotel we stayed in (Days) wasn't up to the standard expected. Think it should be dropped from the itinerary and maybe two nights in The Corque hotel in Solvang giving guests a longer period in this beautiful little town.
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    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · October 7th, 2023
    Very well laid out and planned. Would be much better if you could stay in the hotels two nights instead of one, too much of a rush. The second last hotel should be dropped completely from the itinerary (Days Inn) very basic hotel. Two nights in Solvang at the Corque would be much better.
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    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · October 2nd, 2023
    Tour was great. Tour director was so knowledgeable and helpful. Driver was superb. Very cautious and very capable
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    Trip date: September 2023
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  • A
    · October 2nd, 2023
    The tour is organised well but perhaps a new route should be considered. Arizona's highlights were only Sedona and the Grand Canion.
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    Trip date: September 2023
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14 days
Golden West Adventure
From Los Angeles to Los Angeles

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  • G

    Gillian

    Asked on April 27th, 2025

    Would we not have any extra taxes to pay for hotels? Is this a guaranteed tour? Do they drop people at the airport or somewhere else? Would it include the gratuities as it does if we book the trip direct with Cosmos?

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    Transport
    • CosmosOperatorWritten April 2025

      We do not include airport transfers on our north America tours however this tour does finish at Los Angeles airport, we do include the gratuities for the driver and the tour director. With regards to the hotel taxes these are included.

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    Richard

    Asked on April 6th, 2025

    how large the group is and what the approximate average age might be?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten April 2025

      Our tours are geared towards family travel. We can have guest as young as 5 years of age traveling at any given time. Our departures can have as many as 45 guest per departure.

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      Richard

      TravelerWritten April 2025

      I asked espically for this tour

    • CosmosOperatorWritten April 2025

      The tour can accommodate guest as young as 5 (five) years of age up to 80+. The requested departure can accommodate up to 27 guest.

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    Rosemary

    Asked on April 5th, 2025

    Is this a guaranteed departure? How many stars are the accommodation, please.

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten April 2025

      Yes tour 8500 23 May 2025 is a guaranteed departure. We use 3-3.5 star rated properties for our Cosmos North America tours.

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    Sha

    Asked on February 27th, 2025

    Are there any recommended insurance options for this tour?

    Travel Support
    • CosmosOperatorWritten February 2025

      Travel insurance is highly recommended. Please check with the tour provider for recommended insurance providers.

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    Marcel

    Asked on December 4th, 2024

    What options are available for airport transfer at the conclusion of the tour?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten December 2024

      Typically, the tour provides a transfer to the airport on the final day. Please confirm the availability and schedule of such services for your specific tour.

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    Emma

    Asked on October 2nd, 2024

    What are the age requirements for the tour participants?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten October 2024

      The tour may have specific age limits or recommendations. Please check the tour details for age-related information.

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    María José

    Asked on September 26th, 2024

    How does booking additional nights before or after the tour work?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten September 2024

      You can request to book additional nights through the tour provider. Availability may vary.

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    Maria

    Asked on September 10th, 2024

    What are the common languages spoken on this tour?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten September 2024

      English is the primary language used for guiding on these tours. Other language services may be available depending on the destination.

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    Louise

    Asked on August 21st, 2024

    I want have one more day before program and one day after program in Los Angeles, do you can take care of hotel and international flights for best price? Transport: airport/hotel transfer is included in the initial price or no?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten August 2024

      We do not offer flights or arrival and departure transfers on this tour. We can add the pre and post night accommodations at the rate of $124 USD per person per night ($248 USD per night). We include the hotel cost in the total price of the tour.

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    Jane

    Asked on August 21st, 2024

    What are the payment methods available for booking the tour?

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    • CosmosOperatorWritten August 2024

      Various payment methods are accepted, including credit cards and bank transfers. Check the booking terms for detailed options.

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