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Wild West 5-Day Tour from LA: Santa Barbara, San Francisco, Yosemite, Las Vegas
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Wild West 5-Day Tour from LA: Santa Barbara, San Francisco, Yosemite, Las Vegas

By Empire Vacations Day Tours
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Ages 2-99, max of 50 per group
Duration: 5 days
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: German, Chinese, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
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  • Professional tour guide
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Breakfast
  • Transport by air-conditioned bus or van
  • 4 nights of hotel accommodation including tax and continental breakfast
  • Bay cruise in San Francisco
  • Sightseeing in Santa Barbara, Carmel, San Francisco, the Las Vegas Strip, and Hoover Damn
  • Admission to Yosemite Park in summer
  • Entry/Admission - 17-Mile Drive
  • Entry/Admission - Yosemite Valley
  • Entry/Admission - Yosemite Falls
  • Entry/Admission - 17-Mile Drive
  • Entry/Admission - The Las Vegas Strip
What's not included
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks (unless otherwise specified)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Start:Multiple meeting point options.
  • Option 1
    Parking lot, 6333 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036, USA
    6:30 AM Departure: Farmers Market Starbucks Coffee Shop. Corner of Fairfax Blvd and 3rd St
  • Option 2
    Four Points Sheraton, 5990 Green Valley Cir, Culver City, CA 90230, USA
    7:00 AM Departure: 4 Points Sheraton Culver City
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Infant seats available
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3857WES

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
    • For tours with fewer guests, vans may be substituted
    • Tours can be bilingual/multilingual as they are offered in many different languages
    • Maximum of three people per room; if traveling with a party of 4 or more, or if you wish to have separate rooms, please make separate bookings
    • Children under the age of 2 are free; please advise at time of booking if infant is traveling
    • Luggage is limited to one piece and a small carry-on per person
    • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    The tour operator has provided the following answers to customers’ questions.
    Is hotel pickup included for the Wild West 5-Day Tour from LA?
    Hotel pickup is not available for this tour. You will have to make your own way to one of the meeting locations listed in the 'Departure & Return" section above.
    Answered Feb 2022
    What type of vehicle is used for the Wild West 5-Day Tour from LA?
    Depending on the group size, you will travel in either a comfortable air-conditioned bus or van.
    Answered Feb 2022
    How do I know which departure point to use for the Wild West 5-Day Tour from LA?
    The tour picks up at both pick up points for every departure. You can contact the local operator at the phone number on your ticket to coordinate pickup details.
    Answered Feb 2022
    Is parking available at either of the pickup points for the Wild West 5-Day Tour from LA?
    Parking is available at both departure locations. Parking rates apply and may vary. You may also take a ride-share such as Uber or Lyft or use public transportation to either location.
    Answered Feb 2022

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 3857WES

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    LOS ANGELES – SANTA BARBARA – 17...
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    SAN FRANCISCO – BAY CRUISE –...
    Day 3
    SAN FRANCISCO – YOSEMITE
    Day 4
    STEVENSON RANCH – LAS VEGAS
    Day 5
    LAS VEGAS – HOOVER DAM – LOS...
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    • Empire Vacations Day Tours
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      Los Angeles, California
      Joined in May 2011
    • lesterc304
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic
      Lorenzo is a great guide. He has lots of knowledge and enthusiasm. It is wonderful to see Monument Valley, Sedona and Antelope Canyon.
      Written October 7, 2024
    • georgyk584
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Fantastic experience
      The best tour if you have limited time and want to get as much as possible out of it. Hotels on this tour where we stayed - were simply fabulous (way better, compared to hotels we stayed at in LA and Vegas on our own), one even had a jacuzzi in the room. the main guide Roberto - very experienced and easygoing person, highly recommend him. The tour in total - definitely worth the money. Detailed description and comments below. 1 day. Santa Barbara (not much to see, I would even recommend making a stop not at the mission, but somewhere on the beach or pier). The whole of Santa Barbara as we saw it - literally 2 pictures, that's it. Also, I would recommend making a 5-minute stop at the lake and the dam (even from the bus window this might be an interesting landscape and pics. Monterey, bird rock - fantastic views. 2 day. San Francisco - fabulous day and very interesting, great views. 3 day. Yosemite - awesome, without any comments. The nature and landscapes - simply overwhelming. However, one negative comment I would like to make is about the company, who organized the trip (as far as I understand it's proper name is Amadeo Travel Solutions NY). I specified pickup point during the booking process. They changed it on their own. After that I've called them 3 times within 2 days - and only after the 3rd time they finally changed the reservation to a proper pickup point. Messaging through tripadvisor - they simply don't answer these mails (4 mails - no response at all). The guy who was picking up people from our hotel - we were not on his list, only when we finally located the bus ourselves, we found out that he was also travelling with us (weird but that's just the way it was). So,as a summary - organization and interaction with the company 1 star out of five. And that's, as an example, on the contrary with 1 day LA tour - they were sending messages (even including the color of the bus and where to look for it) at every stage of the tour, well in advance, and messaging in the tripadvisor - i was receiving response within 15 minutes of the request. But all in all - the tour itself is a must, highly recommend it.
      Written October 7, 2024
    • 448stevej
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Action packed three days of fun
      What an amazing trip through California! We saw so much the only downside was not having more time to enjoy the fantastic sights we saw. Superbly guided by Brenda and thoroughly recommended!
      Written August 21, 2024
    • dianabF7248BE
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      One breath 7 days trip!
      Recently I experienced a most amazing breathtaking adventure going with my daughter Evelina to a 7 day tour with Viator guides... The tour was brilliantly organized and performed through efforts of such outstanding talented guides as Roberto and Lorenzo. Also the drivers and the rest of the interpretors team. Roberto surrounded us, tourists, with his special warm attention, care and comfort; Lorenzo picked up our spirit to the level of heaven and carried us in heavenly blissful mood during our several days trips to grandiose canyons and valleys, monumental parks and historic routes! His romantic admiration of natural wonders couldn't leave untouched anybody's soul! His wonderful performance was amplified with impressive American and Italian signature songs that would carry everyone in bliss during our long bus drive... Everyone was excited and inspired! It takes certain talent, mood and deep knowledge to organize everything into one masterpiece tour - that was our impression of Lorenzo' s performance... I am very grateful to our guides and drivers who were working so hard and non stop to make all of us feel comfortable and joyful! Thanks to the Viator organizers, Diana Belinska Atlanta, GA
      Written November 7, 2023
    • emilypK8516PB
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      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      A way to see Az + antelope canyon easily DOES NOT INCLUDE GRAND CANYON
      Fantastic scenery however I wish there was more of an emphasis on explanations of each place rather than being dropped off to shop. Very long periods on bus.
      Written July 19, 2023
    • Horse1954
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      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      An unforgettable tour
      This tour should be called Highlights of Sedona and Monument Valley. I was thinking I would be staying a night in Sedona and a night in Monument valley but we stayed in Motel 6 in Page, AZ. I had heard the the sunrise and sunset in Monument Valley were spectacular which was not possible. Sedona is a lovely place surrounded by Red rocks and people should stay at least a night. One can meditate here and also do a retreat. Just 2 hours here is not enough. Monument Valley was a great place to see and one and half hours was not enough in the jeep tour. A bumpy ride in some places in the open top jeep. Horseshoe Bend was nice to see. Takes about 10 to 15 minutes to go from parking lot and coming back will definitely take around 30 minutes or less because the way uphill when you are back. If you take small children, be prepared Antelope Canyon tour is fantastic. It lasts for around an hour or less and below ground level. In some places only a single person can move and you have to watch out for corners. Also visited Valley of Fire state park and Lake Powell. Remember one must have a good pair of walking shoes, hat and carry water with them everywhere People who cannot stand too much heat have to be very careful. Tipping is a must for the tour guides and driver. If and when i come back here, I will stay a night in Sedona and a night in Monument Valley or Kayenta which is 21 miles away.
      Written July 11, 2023
    • 801rodrigoe
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Best 7 day land tour I've had.
      The whole tour is very well designed. I can't think of any way to improve on it. The guides were all friendly,
      Written May 4, 2023
    • 170eleonoraf
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Once in a lifetime experience!!!
      Great experience, we were able to see so many places in short time. Lorenzo was an excellent guide, knowledgeable and very fun. Very accommodating, he showed us the best spots and took us many pictures. Tom and Valentin were great addiction to the tour. Def recommended!!!
      Written April 24, 2023
    • FarAway277180
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      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Very scenic
      Very scenic but fairly long drive 1000 mil es round trip Colder and snowy. But good, I wish I had heavier clothing clothing
      Written March 4, 2023
    • Hannah P
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Beautiful tour of sacred land!
      We had a great tour! Our favorite spot was probably Antelope Canyon - just stunning! We were part of a group of about 10 travelers. Our tour guide was Lorenzo, and our driver as Feris. Both great people safely leading us across many hours of travel and tours. Lorenzo is multilingual and was able to converse all of the members of tour trip, adding humor, fun music, and insights to every stop. Feris was kind enough even to drive my Dad and I one night to a nearby restaurant after we watched the Super Bowl with him in the hotel lobby area! This tour includes many great sprinklings of areas in the Southwest, and now makes me want to go back to visit many of these sites for a longer stay. We are really glad we had this experience!
      Written February 18, 2023
    • takahirof2023
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Greatest Tour
      Great tour, highly recommended Really enjoyed the tour. Several great points about it are as follows. Tour contents: the tour was well organized and we got to see everything we wanted on schedule. We love it that we got enough time for each place because the tour was three-day-long. Tour guides and the driver: our guides Lorenzo and Masa were really knowledgeable, kind, and thoughtful. They know everything about the places, they always thought about what would be best for us guests, and they never failed to entertain us. The driver Feris was also very friendly, needless to mention his driving skills. The price: the tour was affordable for us international travelers, and was worth twice the actual price. It is incredible that they offer this tour this inexpensively. There is no complaint from us at all. They wouldn’t let you down.
      Written February 9, 2023
    • veronica t
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      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great West Coast Adventure
      If you have limited time in the US, I highly recommend this package, I was able to see so many beautiful places in 3 days. The hotel room and transportation are very comfortable. Our tour guides ( Pasquale and Hilo) are very knowledgeable and polite. My favorite destinations were Santa Barbara, SF bridge and Big Sur. Palace of Fine Arts is not included in the itinerary but our tour guide brought us there :) But I wish we stopped by at Big Sur bridge. We only passed by , maybe there wasnt enough parking. But it’s okay we also enjoyed the stop over at Ragged point. Taking this package was a big decision for me and I’m very glad it was all worth it :)
      Written January 9, 2023
    • SimonNJ
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Monument Valley/Antelope Canyon tour
      A wonderful tour! We went on a mid-October tour. The guides were great and so was Ozzie, the coach driver who went out his way to show spectacular places that were not on our formal itinerary. I should also add the price is very reasonable. Recomend with the highest enthusiasm and no reservations.
      Written October 25, 2022
    • SaltLakeCityFlyer
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      2.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great sights but 1 man dangerous!
      We had a great time seeing the wonders of the West, all beautiful. Best sights are during the 3 days in NV, AZ, UT. But....on the day we got to Utah there was a japanese translator Hiro or Hilo (who came with us from LA on bus) , he shouted and physically assaulted our superb Guide Edoardo in our hotel lobby at check in time , an unprovoked attack , but Ed exhibited very professional behaviour and maturity. Mentally ill people should not be allowed on vehicles with normal people. We made a formal complaint with the hotel , it ruined our whole experience and for the tour company we hope they fired that dangerous man Hiro or Hilo. He scared us. Driver Stanley excellent, safe. Guide Ed the best we ever had. Breakfast in hotels good!
      Written October 16, 2022
    • Lainy H
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      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Trip and highly recommended especially with Jacob.
      Our family of 10, from South Africa, took a 3-day trip on the 3 October 2022. We had a fabulous time with our driver/guide Jacob. He was very informative and most accommodating wherever we went. We would highly recommend him as a guide if anyone would like to venture on this trip. The areas we visited and the explanations/comments from Jacob were really good. My only negative comments are as follows: 1. We all felt it was too rushed the 1st day to San Fransisco and that an additional day could have been added to make it more enjoyable, ie we would have liked to have stopped off in Santa Barbara and spend a bit of time on the beach area, this was not possible and we moved on to the Mission, which we all though could have been more of a pass by visit. Our visit to Solvang was too short for this lovely village and could be made a lunch stop over. 2. Jacob had to use a hand microphone as he was both the driver and the guide. This made a few of us uncomfortable as he had to keep taking his eyes off the road to pick up the mike and replace it. I would really suggest this be rectified and a head mike be supplied. Otherwise, we had the most amazing time.
      Written October 12, 2022
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    Rajat D
    4 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jun 2023 • Family
    It was an extensive tour covering a lot of attractions.
    A good tour for someone who want to cover a lot of places in limited time
    Written June 13, 2023
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    Hello Thank you for your review We are thrilled to know you enjoyed your tour to the Wild West and that our team made this experience memorabe for you. Stephanie Empire Vcations
    Written June 13, 2023
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Joe B
    Vernon Hills, IL6 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2022 • Couples
    Our Tour Group (AMADEO) w/ Roberto and Steve Cirillo as Tour guides were EXCELLENT & PROFESSIONAL. It takes only one HORRIBLE experience to ruin the trip. The driver, ARMIN, was so INHUMAN & UN-PROFESSIONAL that the EXCELLENT rating I was going to give your company changed to only OKAY. He de-graded our fellow Italian visitors by insulting them when they requested to go the bathroom. He said to them, "THIS ISN'T EUROPE". That was the1st time they made a request to go to the bathroom. I think the passenger felt embarrassed by the remark from ARMIN. It wasn't until this passanger got the courage to ask again did he finally relent. He exhibited this same attitude towards me and my wife when he thought we were going to the 4 Points Sheraton in Culver city. He told Us to get out here is your hotel. We then told him we DID NOT ASK TO BE DROPPED OFF HERE. He got mad and slammed the door to the van. He then called Roberto (who had been dropped off earlier due to illness) and proceeded to yell at him. This experience with this man ruined my impression of your company. My suggestion is that you send him for ANGER MANAGEMENT TRAINING before he ruins your company's image
    Written August 8, 2022
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    Hi Joe! After looking into this matter, we cannot find any record of your reservation and believe you posted this to the wrong company. Additionally, almost all of our guides are immigrants and the statements you have made are not consistent with our 20 year track record. Stephanie, Empire Vacations
    Written August 10, 2022
    This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

    Símon Jóhann J
    6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Dec 2017 • Solo
    This was a excellent tour from start to end.The guide Joikam ( ) was excellent
    and the driver too.we start driving to Santa Barbara very nice place.so to danish
    Solvang and first night stay was in San Francisco.One day in Sanfrancico was wery
    good in the Fiskermans Wharf and sailing on the Bay lot to do and se in San Francisco
    Our guiding man was excellent lot of short stop,next night was in Monterey and the third day we travel south to Hearst Castle on the west Coast driving on road 1 this is wery beutiful place.one night in Stevenson Ranch So we trawelled to Las Vegas
    with a lot of short stops very good.One evening and one night in Las Vegas
    it was very much to see with our perfect guide he knows everything
    So on our last day we drive to Hoover Dam this was excellent so drive back to Los Angeles.This was a perfect tour with a excellend guide
    Best regards
    Bjork and Simon
    Written January 4, 2018
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