West Coast Tours
From the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas to the incredible natural beauty of Yosemite National Park, our West Coast tours visit many of the most remarkable highlights that this part of the USA has to offer. The USA's diverse landscape is a pleasure to explore by rail as you get the chance to travel through untouched surroundings and bustling cities, whilst enjoying the comfort of your train carriage. The most iconic sights of California and Nevada are just waiting to be discovered on our West Coast tours.
The magnificent cities of California include the effortlessly cool San Francisco, vibrant Los Angeles and the American Riviera of Santa Barbara, leaving you much to explore in the Golden State. Many West Coast tours of the USA visit Los Angeles and a variety of its sights, including Hollywood. As you travel around the West Coast, renowned sights that celebrate the home of the entertainment industry like the Hollywood Walk of Fame make an appearance, as well as other well-known monuments. As you move on from California, the fabulous state of Nevada and its most famous city of Las Vegas make up another part of the West Coast, giving you lots to discover on our West Coast tours.
Awe-inspiring scenery at the Grand Canyon and Yosemite contrasts with the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas on this truly sparkling holiday. Combine that with the charming towns and pretty scenery of the Golden State, scenic daytime railway journeys and the magic of Hollywood for a truly unforgettable experience.
Departures from April to October
from £2,075
From Seattle to San Diego, we discover America's west coast on this spectacular adventure by rail. We visit dramatic Yosemite National Park, marvel at California's golden coastline from the Coast Starlight, experience the bohemian cool of San Francisco, relax in Santa Barbara and enjoy a taste of Hollywood in Los Angeles.
Departures from April to October
from £2,478
On this wonderful adventure we explore some of the most incredible scenery in the United States, travel on the region's fascinating heritage railways and relive the bygone era of the Wild West. Finally we arrive in Las Vegas, spending two nights in one of the most spectacular cities on earth.
Departures from May to September
from £2,050
Celebrate an unforgettable Christmas in Las Vegas and discover some of the most beautiful scenery in America - including breathtaking Yosemite and the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon - on this marvellous tour.
Departures from December to December
from £2,575
Join us to welcome in 2013 in Las Vegas, where crowds of revellers fill the strip and magnificent fireworks illuminate the sky! We also visit breathtaking Yosemite and the awe-inspiring Grand Canyon to discover some of the most beautiful scenery in America.
Departures from December to December
from £2,575
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New Year in Las Vegas 2012As well as reminders of LA being the home of entertainment, there are also other highlights to enjoy in the area. The historic RMS Queen Mary is moored at Long Beach and is now used as a great museum and hotel, whilst the many different nationalities that have settled in the city make it a diverse experience. On one of our West Coast tours spend some time in Little Tokyo, Chinatown or even Koreatown to discover delicious restaurants and quaint shops. Also in the Golden State is the picturesque city of Santa Barbara, which is often referred to as the American Riviera due to its Mediterranean like climate and Spanish Colonial architecture.
Cool San Francisco is another stop on some of our West Coast tours. This charming destination is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a taste of city living. As you explore the city you may want to enjoy a trip on one of the iconic cable cars or explore some of the other well-known sights. The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most renowned highlights in San Francisco and one of the most popular attractions in all of the USA. Whilst enjoying a West Coast tour of San Francisco you may also want to make a trip to Alcatraz, the historic island prison that held notorious criminals such as Al Capone, or enjoy a relaxing break at Fisherman's Wharf where there is an array of restaurants, street entertainers and shops.
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Yosemite National Park is another popular stop on our West Coast tours, giving you the chance to revel in the incredible natural beauty of the granite cliffs, waterfalls and deep alpine lakes. The Yosemite Mountain Sugar Pine Railroad is a narrow-gauge railway that takes you through extremely picturesque scenery through the Sierra National Forest and is a great exploration from Yosemite National Park.
One of the most popular destinations on our West Coast tours is the fabulous Las Vegas. There are so many things to witness and enjoy in this remarkable city. During a visit to Las Vegas you can try your hand in one of the many casinos, see a show or just revel in the scenery that has become so familiar through television and film. The city boasts its own versions of Paris and Venice as well as having resorts with Roman and oriental themes, leaving you with a taste of the world in Las Vegas' inimitable style. Speak to one of our Travel Advisors to begin planning your perfect West Coast tours.