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Easy Tours are accessible for all travelers. There will be limited periods of standing or walking during sightseeing excursions as pre-booked transportation will take passengers between destinations.
This breathtaking tour will guide you through the most beautiful scenery of Western USA. Hit the open roads and watch your favorite characters come to life at the world’s first Disneyland. Continue your journey to Palm Springs, where the rich and famous relax. Bask in the beauty of the San Jacinto Mountains and dine like a king in the world-class restaurants of Palm Springs. Drive towards the Grand Canyon National Park, an extraordinary site that will take you on a magical escape. Head east to experience the bustling city of Las Vegas, where you can bet at casinos and walk along famous mega-resorts and flashing lights. Explore North America’s lowest elevation point in Death Valley National Park and uncover the largest trees on Earth at Yosemite National Park. Drive west to discover the charming neighborhoods of San Francisco and the breathtaking wineries of Napa Valley. Get a taste of heaven as you bask in the beauty of the Pacific Coastline on your way to Santa Monica and explore the surrounding beach towns of California’s South Coast. End your journey on a bang and visit the top attractions in the glamorous City of Angels before you head back home.
Independent - Self Drive Tour
Prices for this tour are per person, based on a twin / double room sharing basis.
Single supplement is available, starting at USD 1399 per person.
Today you will make your own way to your international local airport to board your flight to Los Angeles International Airport. Once you arrive in Los Angeles, pick up your rental car and transfer to your hotel. The remainder of your evening is at leisure.
Overnight in Los Angeles
Today pick up your rental car and make your way south to Anaheim, Orange County’s headquarters for fun. Spend the day surrounded by icons and classic characters at the original Disneyland Park. Visit the nation’s oldest theme park, Knott’s berry farm, filled with old west history, or one of Anaheim’s many other fun-filled attractions before continuing east to Palm Springs. This ultimate desert playground nestled at the base of the majestic San Jacinto Mountains offers the perfect blend of outdoor entertainment and casual relaxation. Take time this evening to dine in one of the many excellent restaurants in downtown Palm Springs or escape the heat and ride the aerial tramway high up above the desert floor for panoramic views of the Coachella Valley.
Driving Distance: 147 MI / 237 KM
Overnight in Palm Springs
Spend the morning lounging by the pool, walking along the palm tree-lined streets, or exploring countless shops, art galleries, and museums before setting out east through the Coachella Valley to Phoenix and Scottsdale, two of Central Arizona’s top destinations. With Phoenix’s skyscraper-filled skyline complemented by famed Camelback Mountain and Scottsdale’s Old West charm, it’s guaranteed you’ll enjoy this uniquely Southwestern playground.
Driving Distance: 267 MI / 430 KM
Overnight in Phoenix/Scottsdale
Today, head north to Grand Canyon National Park, a natural wonder that you simply have to see to believe. Spend the day discovering the distinct South Rim of the Canyon. Stop at one of the numerous overlooks, walk part of the Rim Trail or along the historic Hermit Road, visit a Photo Hot Spot, or climb to the top of a stone Watchtower for panoramic views that extend over 100 miles on clear days.
Driving Distance: 230 MI / 370 KM
Overnight in Grand Canyon
Leave the grandeur of the Canyon behind as you head west today through Williams and Kingman, the heart of Historic Route 66 and one of Arizona's hidden treasures, to Hoover Dam. Considered the largest single public works project in the history of the U.S., Hoover Dam straddles the mighty Colorado River, which forms the border between Nevada and Arizona and brings much-needed water and power to the Southwest. Continue to Las Vegas, Nevada, a city that needs no introduction.
Driving Distance: 276 MI / 444 KM
Overnight in Las Vegas
Enjoy a full-day Las Vegas style. Walk the famous Strip lined with mega-resorts and flashing neon lights, place a bet at one of the many casinos, dine at world-class restaurants, catch the latest must-see show, shop designer boutiques, ride a rollercoaster, lay by the pool ... the list goes on. With so much to do, 24 hours in a day hardly seems like enough.
Overnight in Las Vegas
This morning take the opportunity to capture a photograph at the iconic Welcome to Las Vegas sign before your journey takes you west to the lowest elevation in North America, Death Valley National Park. Here, the Mojave is at its most magnificent with geological history on full display in this rugged, severe, sublime section of California. Enhance your desert experience with a stop at Zabriskie Point offering spectacular views of the wildly eroded and vibrantly colored badlands. Don't miss the opportunity this evening to cast your eyes upon the night sky for some of the best stargazing in the world.
Driving Distance: 139 MI / 224 KM
Overnight in Death Valley
This morning, travel north into the High Sierra where Tioga Road, the highest drivable pass in California, leads you into Yosemite National Park. Best known for its impressive waterfalls, grand meadows, and spectacular rock formations, Yosemite was one of the first wilderness parks in the United States. Delve into the depths of the park with a walk to a waterfall, each as distinct as the granite cliffs they dive over, or learn about the wonders of the park during a ranger-guided stroll. Explore a giant sequoia grove and meet the most massive trees on earth, or spend an evening under the stars. With approximately 800 miles of trails, Yosemite is also a great place to hike. **From early November to late May, Tioga Pass may be closed due to weather or road conditions, in which case you will need to drive the southern route.
Driving Distance: 326 MI / 525 KM
Overnight in Yosemite
Leave the wonder of Yosemite behind as you journey west through Gold Rush-era attractions, California's State Capital, Sacramento, and on to San Francisco. Considered one the greatest cities in the world for many reasons, San Francisco offers one-of-a-kind sights and something to suit your every need.
Driving Distance: 195 MI / 314 KM
Overnight in San Francisco
With 49 square miles of amazing sights, scenes and destinations, there's always plenty to do in San Francisco. Spend a full day exploring the beloved City by the Bay's neighborhoods including Fisherman's Wharf, Chinatown, Union Square, Nob Hill, the Embarcadero/Financial District, and Golden Gate Park. To experience something truly unique, walk along the railings of the Golden Gate Bridge or take a ride on an iconic Cable Car. For a little piece of heaven on Earth, spend the day in Napa Valley whose picturesque rolling hills and wineries dot the landscape.
Overnight in San Francisco
This morning, head south to Monterey along Highway 1 which offers breathtaking views of the Pacific coastline. Take in the sights, sounds and smells of Monterey at Old Fisherman's Wharf downtown. Explore Cannery Row's historic waterfront district, John Steinbeck's inspiration for his novel of the same name. Visit the quaint area of Carmel, and enjoy an exhilarating trip along 17-Mile Drive from Pacific Grove to Pebble Beach.
Driving Distance: 130 MI / 210 KM
Overnight in Monterey
Continue south along central California's scenic Pacific Coast Highway. This twisting, cliff-hugging route starts in Monterey and takes you through Big Sur where mountains plunge into the Pacific Ocean. Farther south, the landscape mellows to oak-studded hills as the road passes Hearst Castle and ends in Morro Bay. A short distance inland is the heart of the Central Coast, San Luis Obispo. From here, continue south to Ventura passing through Pismo Beach, inland agricultural valleys of rolling countryside, and Santa Barbara, often described as the American Riviera. Located along the southern-most part of California's Central Coast, Ventura is a classic beach town in a spectacular setting.
Driving Distance: 280 mi / 451 KM
Overnight in Ventura
Today, travel further south through Oxnard, yet another beautiful stretch of coast in Malibu, and the seaside town of Santa Monica. Arrive in Los Angeles with enough time to glimpse some of the glitz and glamour of the City of Angels. Check out the Hollywood Walk of Fame, TCL Chinese Theatre, formerly Grauman's Chinese Theater, the Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, and Rodeo Drive; some of the best sights Los Angeles has to offer.
Driving Distance: 70 MI / 120 KM
Overnight in Los Angeles
Return your rental car at Los Angeles International Airport prior to your departure flight.
Crowne Plaza Los Angeles Harbor Hotel offers an on-site swimming pool and restaurant. A cable TV and coffee machine are standard in every room at the Los Angeles Harbor Crowne Plaza. All rooms include free WiFi and a work desk. Crowne Plaza Hotel Los Angeles Harbor features a well-equipped fitness center. Guests can also enjoy breakfast, lunch, and dinner at the hotel's Blu Restaurant, then a drink in the on-site lounge. Points of interest such as the Long Beach Convention Center and Trump National Golf Course are within a short drive of the hotel
Featuring an outdoor and indoor mineral swimming pool, this Desert Hot Springs, California hotel and spa is 5 minutes’ drive to Desert Dunes Golf Course, 10 miles from downtown Palm Springs and 33 miles from Joshua Tree National Park. Offering flat-screen cable TV, all modern rooms features a compact fridge and an en suite bathroom at Aqua Soleil Hotel and Mineral Water Spa. Select suites feature a private swimming pool. Guests can enjoy the on-site pool, as well as indoor and outdoor hot tubs that are filled with Desert Hot Spring's mineral water at Aqua Soleil Mineral Water Spa and Hotel. Massage and spa services are available at the on-site spa. Guests have free access to World Gym just 1.8 miles away.
This hotel offers a complimentary area shuttle and daily breakfast, and features an outdoor pool, hot tub, and fitness center. Decorated in warm earth tones, rooms at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Scottsdale - Old Town have free Wi-Fi access and cable TV. They come with a microwave and a refrigerator. The Scottsdale Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites has a front desk that is open 24 hours a day. There is also a business center and a gift shop on site. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Scottsdale - Old Town is less than a kilometer from Coronado Golf Course and Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art.
Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squire Inn hotel offers 4 on-site restaurants. Rooms at this hotel are equipped with ironing facilities and a coffee maker. The rooms also feature cable TV and free WiFi. Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squier Inn features a tour desk with information on area tours. The hotel offers a fitness center. Guests can shop in the lobby gift shop. Guests at Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squier Inn can dine in the Coronado Room, which features regional cuisine. Guest can also enjoy the Squier Pub, a game room, and a bowling alley.
This Arizona hotel is 10 minutes' drive from the entrance of Grand Canyon National Park. This hotel offers 4 on-site restaurants.
Rooms at this hotel are equipped with ironing facilities and a coffee maker. The rooms also feature cable TV and free WiFi.
Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squire Inn features a tour desk with information on area tours. The hotel offers a fitness centre. Guests can shop in the lobby gift shop.
Guests at Best Western Premier Grand Canyon Squire Inn can dine in the Coronado Room, which features regional cuisine. Guest can also enjoy the Squire Pub, a game room and bowling alley.
This hotel is within a 5-minute drive of the Grand Canyon National Park Airport, which features tours of the canyon.
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Excalibur is a castle-themed resort and casino is located centrally on the Las Vegas Strip. It features 4 seasonal outdoor pools, 6 restaurants, a 100,000-square-foot casino, and live nightly entertainment are provided. WiFi (included with the resort fee) is provided throughout rooms at Excalibur. Every room has a cable TV, a large bathroom with a hairdryer. The Las Vegas Excalibur provides a tour desk. Guests can browse the numerous on-site shops. There are 4 outdoor pools featuring a water slide, poolside cabanas, and an Adult Only Pool. A large gym with modern equipment is also available.
All standard rooms offer air conditioning, television, a small refrigerator, coffee maker, and one full bed, and one twin bed. These rooms all include our standard amenities, including a desk. Private bathrooms are outfitted with a shower. These rooms cannot accommodate rollaway or cribs. Stovepipe Wells Village offers numerous visitor services through Death Valley National Park’s Authorized Concessioner, Death Valley Lodging Company. A rustic motel styled to evoke the rich history of the area offers guest rooms, meeting space, and a swimming pool. RV full-hookup sites are available and offer access to the swimming pool.
Located in the Sierra Foothills adjacent to Mariposa Arts Park, this hotel is 32 miles from the west entrance of Yosemite National Park which provides access to the valley floor and waterfalls. A satellite TV is featured in each air-conditioned room at the Best Western Plus Yosemite Way Station. A compact refrigerator and microwave are also provided for guest convenience. Free WiFi is included. Each morning the Yosemite Way Station provides guests with a full hot breakfast. This hotel is within walking distance to restaurants and shopping in historic downtown Mariposa. A sun deck, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, hot tub and fitness centre are located on site. There are 2 computers in the lobby available for free guest use. Laundry facilities are also provided onsite. Free parking is provided.
Attractively situated in the centre of San Francisco, Hotel Abri Union Square features air-conditioned rooms with free WiFi and private parking. This 3-star hotel offers luggage storage space. The property is non-smoking and is situated 400 metres from Union Square. At the hotel, rooms have a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The rooms will provide guests with a fridge. Round-the-clock advice is available at the reception, where staff speak English, Spanish, Indonesian and Filipino.
Hotel Whitcomb is a historic building featuring Victorian decor and comfortable rooms. The Orpheum Theater is across the street and Civic Center BART Station is conveniently located in front of the hotel. Guest rooms at Hotel Whitcomb are elegantly decorated and select rooms have city views. Each guest room includes a work desk, coffee machine, and cable TV with in-room movies. The historic Whitcomb Hotel features cathedral ceilings and Italian marble floors. Guests can use the modern gym or business center and the concierge desk can arrange walking tours.
The motel features a Japanese restaurant, a free continental breakfast, and guest rooms with free WiFi and cable TV with HBO film channels. Every room at the Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay is furnished with a microwave, a refrigerator, and coffee-making facilities. Each room is spacious and decorated with dark wood furniture. An outdoor seasonal pool is available at Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay. The motel offers a business center and guests can buy tickets for the Monterey Bay Aquarium on site.
Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and year round hot tub, this Monterey hotel is located within 6 km of the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row. Free WiFi and a free daily hot breakfast served between 07:00 and 10:00 are included. A flat-screen cable TV, microwave, fridge and coffee machine are featured at Best Western De Anza Inn. An en suite bathroom with a hairdryer and free toiletries is provided. Featuring coffee, a 24-hour front desk welcomes guests to the 100% non-smoking Monterey Best Western De Anza Inn. A koi pond is located on site. Del Monte Beach is 2 km away. The Naval Postgraduate School is 5 minutes’ drive away. Laguna Seca Raceway is 12 km away.
Welcome to La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Ventura, a 2.5-star hotel located in the beautiful city of Ventura, California. With its convenient location and comfortable amenities, this hotel is the perfect choice for both leisure and business travelers alike. At La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Ventura, you can enjoy a hassle-free check-out until 12:00 PM, allowing you to take your time and relax before heading out. Whether you're in town for a quick getaway or an extended stay, this flexible check-out time ensures that you can make the most of your time in Ventura. Families traveling with children will be pleased to know that this hotel has an inclusive child policy. Children between the ages of 0 to 17 can stay free of charge, making it an ideal choice for family vacations. With spacious rooms and a range of amenities, La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Ventura provides a comfortable and welcoming environment for guests of all ages.
Courtyard Oxnard hotel has an indoor and outdoor pool. Rooms come equipped with 32-inch flat-screen TVs. This hotel room has coffee-making facilities, a microwave, and a mini-refrigerator. Free High-Speed Internet is provided in all rooms. Featuring classic American cuisine, The Bistro serves breakfast and dinner options. Guests can grab a snack or beverage at The Market. In the lobby, guests can enjoy an interactive board featuring the latest in news, traffic, and weather. With shopping, dining, and a cinema, The Collection is less than one kilometer away.
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All children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Minimum age for children on escorted tours is 8. Minimum age on Safaris is 8. Minimum age for game drives in Kruger National Park (South Africa) is 12. Minimum age for Uganda programs is 15.
Please note that many countries have adopted practices to prevent international abductions of children. If a person under the age of 18 years will be travelling with an adult other than his/her parents, or with only one parent, a notarized letter, granting authorization to travel, including the dates of travel should be carried.
We offer many Solo-Friendly trips with no mandatory single supplement. For all other tours, a single supplement will apply for solo travelers.
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Go to our website and click on the register button found on the upper right hand side to create your Indus Travel account and start booking tours!
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You will not be able to access your invoice immediately upon booking. You will be notified by email when it is available for you, normally within 48 business hours of booking. You can find your invoice and all other details of the tours you booked by logging on to your account and going to the Tour Booking History page.
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Simply login to your Indus Travel account, go to your tour of choice and click on Book Now. You will then confirm the details and your preferences about the tour and finally pay through our secure online payment platform.
What forms of payment does Indus Travel accept?
We accept US & CA Dollar check, bank check, money order, direct deposits, wire transfer, Visa, and Master credit cards. Third-party credit cards are not acceptable. Payments made by wire transfer must include an additional $30 wire transfer fee. There is a $50 fee for returned checks.
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Cheque payments should include your Reservation number in the memo section and be made payable to Indus Travels Ltd and mailed to:
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When is my final payment due?
Your exact final payment date is indicated on your invoice which may be viewed by signing into your account. In general, final payment is due 75 days prior to departure with some exceptions where payment is due earlier.
How much is my final payment?
The amount of your final payment will be noted on your invoice and can be accessed by logging into your account online.
Can I send a bank cheque or money order?
Yes. Indus accepts US & CA Dollar cheque, bank cheque, money order, direct deposits, wire transfer, Visa & Master credit cards. Third-party credit cards are not acceptable. Payments made by wire transfer must include an additional $30 wire transfer fee. There is a $50 fee for returned cheques.
To whom should I write the cheque?
Cheque payments should include your Reservation number in the memo section and be made payable to Indus Travels Ltd.
Can I pay with a debit card?
No. Indus does not accept payments with Debit card.
How do I know if Indus received my payment?
You will be notified by email that your payment was received and applied to your reservation. You may also access your reservation by logging into your account online
When will I receive my e-Documents?
Once final payment has been received and processed, documents will be sent via email approximately 21 days prior to the beginning of your tour services.
Can I get paper documents?
Paper documents may be sent upon passenger request. There is a shipping and handling fee of $30 for each set of paper documents: These paper documents will be delivered between 14-21 business days prior to the beginning of your tour. In some instances, a paper voucher/ticket is required by our vendor. In these instances, the costs for shipping and handling will be shouldered by Indus Travels.
How do I access and print my documents?
Your documents may be accessed by logging into your Indus Travel account and checking your Tour Booking History.
Do I receive anything else with my e-documents?
Indus e-document package includes all local contact details, daily itinerary, airline e-ticket information, service vouchers, and travel tips which should be everything you require to go on your trip.
How do I know where to find my airline ticket?
With a few exceptions, international airline tickets are issued electronically. The airline confirmation number and ticket numbers stated in your documents represent your airline "ticket(s)." Some domestic Arline tickets which can only be issued at destination will be given to you upon your arrival in the local destination.
If I need one, who is responsible to obtain my visa?
You are responsible for obtaining the proper travel documents for the destinations on your itinerary, including having a passport that is valid for at least 6 months before the date of departure and a visa if required. Please check the Visa section in the Know Before You Go document for the countries you will be visiting.
Please note: Passengers who are not U.S. or Canadian citizens must check with the respective consulate or a visa agency to determine what personal identification is required. Passengers who enter, leave and then re-enter the same country on their itinerary should check if they require a double-entry visa.
How do I know if I need a visa?
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How do I obtain a visa?
A visa may be obtained by using a visa service or by contacting the embassy or consulate of the nation you are visiting prior to departing from your home country.
Please check the Before You Book section found on every tour to access the country specific Know Before You Go document to know about Visa and other important information about the countries you will be visiting.
How much does a visa cost?
There will be different costs that will be specific per embassy/consulate and whether you have used a visa service or not. These costs often change with little notice. We recommend that you contact the appropriate embassy or consulate directly for the most up to date information.
You may find the contact information for consulates/embassies in the Visa section of the Know Before You Go document available for the country you will be visiting.
What are optional sightseeing tours?
Optional tours are offered to travelers interested in additional experiences, sightseeing, meals or activities to supplement the included components of our tours. You may choose to participate in some, all or none of the optional tours which are priced individually. Complete descriptions and prices for each optional tour are listed on the itinerary section of the tours on our website.
When can I add optional tours?
Optional tours are available for purchase any time up to 45 days before departure.
Can I purchase optional tours locally?
Yes. When traveling on an escorted tour, optional tours may be purchased locally from the Tour Manager. However, Indus cannot guarantee the rate and availability of these services when purchased locally. Please note that tours purchased locally are subject to current exchange rates and may cost up to 10% more.
Can I add optional tours for only select individuals on my reservation?
Yes. For assistance on this matter, please contact Indus Travel sales and reservations staff.
What coverage does Travel Insurance provide?
For complete details on Travel Insurance, check our Travel protection page.
When can I purchase Travel Insurance?
American Residents can purchase Trawick Insurance with us at the time of booking or anytime prior to departure. After booking, Canadian Residents will receive an email with a referral to TuGo Insurance which can be purchased anytime prior to departure.
When is Travel Insurance active?
Travel Protection coverages will take effect on the later of 1) the date the plan payment has been received by the Policyholder; 2) the date and time you start your Covered Trip; or 3) 12:01 A.M. Standard Time on the Scheduled Departure Date of your Covered Trip.
I need to cancel my trip and have not purchased insurance, what do I do?
Penalties for cancellation will depend on the tour you have purchased and how close to departure you are at the time of cancellation. For more information, visit our terms and conditions.
Why is it important that I give my name as it appears on my passport when booking a tour?
Due to increased travel security and policies around the world, it is now a requirement that your airline ticket matches your first and last name exactly as it reads on your passport. Please note that any changes to the details of your air booking, could be subject to a change fee, penalties or cancellation.
Can I reserve a seat assignment?
For our packages that include flights, we do not usually assign seats. In most cases, you can request specific seats, but this may incur a small fee payable to the airline. For more information, contact our sales and reservations staff.
Once confirmed, are airlines seats always guaranteed?
In most cases, seat assignments are firm. However, airlines may sometimes reassign seats for operational reasons. This often happens at the last moment and is controlled by airline staff, with Indus Travel not being notified. Passengers are encouraged to reconfirm their seat assignments and any other special requests directly with their airline prior to departure.
Should I check-in online?
It always recommended and more convenient to check in online. It will shorten your waiting time at the airport, secure your seat assignments and other reservations.
Can I request a special meal on the flight?
Requests may be made for special meals. These requests will be sent on your behalf to the airline so long as Indus receives these request prior to your documents being issued. The availability of special meals will be based upon the specific airlines and will be at their discretion.
Can I use my frequent flier miles?
Accrued frequent flier miles cannot be used toward the purchase of Indus Travels’ airfare or used for class upgrades. However, airfare purchased through Indus Travels may qualify to earn you additional miles.
What is required when I check-in?
Ticketed passengers must show correct identification at check-in. Children must have a parent present at check-in and all tickets must be in each passenger's name.
What is required with International travel?
An international trip may require valid travel documents such as passport, visa, re-entry permit, health certificate, inoculation record, a ticket for the return journey or continuance of your trip, or ANY combination thereof. Passengers are responsible for the proper documentation. Concerns about the required travel documents may be resolved by contacting the appropriate consulate or embassy.
