Western USA Tour
Los Angeles – Las Vegas - San Francisco
DAY 1 – ISTANBUL – LOS ANGELES
Following our meeting at Istanbul Airport International Terminal, after completing baggage and ticket procedures at the Turkish Airlines counter, we depart for Los Angeles with Turkish Airlines. Upon arrival, we meet our private vehicle and guide waiting for us at the airport and transfer to our hotel. After room allocation, free time for rest. In the evening, guests who wish may participate in the optional Santa Monica Tour (USD 50) organized by our guide. In Santa Monica, full of street artists and bright lights, you may relax at stylish cafés and have dinner at one of the local restaurants. Overnight at the hotel.
DAY 2 – LOS ANGELES
Free day. Guests who wish may participate in the optional Universal Studios Tour (USD 250). This park, one of the largest in the world, offers the opportunity to closely see how films that shaped the American dream were made.
With creative consultancy by world-famous director Steven Spielberg, you will better understand why Universal Studios is the number one studio and entertainment park in the world. The park is not only entertainment but also a product of over a century of cinema history and technology. More than 40 shows, film sets and attractions will immerse you in the world of cinema. After the tour, transfer to the hotel and overnight stay.
Accommodation: 3* Holiday Inn LAX Airport
DAY 3 – LOS ANGELES
Free day. Guests who wish may participate in the optional San Diego Tour (USD 150). First stop is La Jolla, famous for its seal beach and coastline. You will witness the harmony of nature and luxury residences and take plenty of photos. Next, we visit Old Town, the birthplace of California, where you will feel as if you are in Mexico. Following Old Town, visits include Seaport Village, the Midway Aircraft Carrier (external visit only), the Unconditional Surrender Statue symbolizing World War II, the U.S. Navy base area, and Coronado Island, home to the historic Hotel Del Coronado, featured in the movie “Some Like It Hot.” Return to the hotel and overnight.
Accommodation: 3* Holiday Inn LAX Airport
DAY 4 – LOS ANGELES – LAS VEGAS
After departing from the hotel in the morning, guests who wish may participate in the optional Los Angeles City Tour (USD 80). During this tour, we explore Los Angeles, known as the City of Angels and the second-largest city in the USA. Stops include Hollywood Boulevard, Dolby Theater, Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, Hollywood Sign photo stop, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Wilshire Hotel, and Downtown Los Angeles including Olvera Street and historic districts. After the tour, we depart for Las Vegas, the most important touristic center of Nevada and home to the world’s largest hotels. Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation: 3* The D Hotel Downtown or similar
DAY 5 – LAS VEGAS
Free day. Guests who wish may participate in the optional Grand Canyon Tour (USD 250). Departure to Grand Canyon in Arizona by private vehicle. After approximately 2 hours, arrival at Grand Canyon. Visit Eagle Point and Guano Point, photographing breathtaking canyon views from cliffs approximately 800 meters high. Opportunity to see Hualapai Native American settlements. Return to Las Vegas. Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation: 3* The D Hotel Downtown or similar
DAY 6 – LAS VEGAS – SAN FRANCISCO
Transfer to Las Vegas Airport for flight to San Francisco. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel. Guests who wish may participate in the optional San Francisco City Tour (USD 80). Visits include Civic Center, Golden Gate Bridge, Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Twin Peaks, Haight & Ashbury, Palace of Fine Arts, Lombard Street. After free time for dinner, return to hotel. Overnight.
Accommodation: 3* Hampton Inn SFO Airport by Hilton or similar DAY 7 – SAN FRANCISCO
Free day. Guests who wish may participate in the optional Sausalito – Alcatraz (boat exterior view) – Fisherman’s Wharf – Cable Car – Union Square Tour (USD 120). Visit Sausalito, return by boat with Alcatraz photo opportunity, Pier 39 sea lions, Cable Car ride to Union Square, Fashion District and Chinatown. Overnight at the hotel.
Accommodation: 3* Hampton Inn SFO Airport by Hilton or similar
DAY 8 – SAN FRANCISCO – ISTANBUL
Check-out from hotel. Free time until evening. Optional Outlet Shopping Tour (USD 50). Transfer to San Francisco Airport and departure to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines. Overnight on board.
DAY 9 – ISTANBUL
Arrival at Istanbul Airport.
SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE
Round-trip economy class flights with Turkish Airlines (IST–LAX / SFO–IST)
Economy class local flight Las Vegas – San Francisco
Airport taxes
7 nights accommodation in specified hotels
Airport-hotel-airport transfers
All transfers by private bus
Turkish-speaking assistance and driver service
Hotel and city taxes
TURSAB compulsory professional liability insurance
Travel and health insurance (surcharge applies for ages 65+)
Baggage allowance as specified
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE
Visa fee and service charges
Domestic connection flights
Breakfasts, lunches, dinners and beverages
Personal expenses and hotel extras
Overseas departure tax
Museum and site entrance fees not specified
Driver tips and gratuities
Optional tours
Domestic baggage fees within the USA
GENERAL INFORMATION – VISA – HEALTH – FLIGHTS – OPTIONAL TOURS – ACCOMMODATION – CURRENCY – TIME ZONE – TELEPHONE – CLOTHING – FOOD – ELECTRICITY – SHOPPING – IMPORTANT NOTES
Participation condition: Minimum 20 participants required. In case of insufficient participation, the tour may be cancelled up to 20 days prior to departure.
Visa: Visa required for all passport types. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
All other legal notices, health warnings, accommodation rules, optional tour conditions, and liability clauses apply as stated in the original Turkish document.
