Die Naturwunder von Kalifornien
- Trip code: 482X005
- Dauer: 9
- Stil: National Geographic Journeys
Erlebe auf dieser neuntägigen Reise zu einigen seiner schönsten Nationalparks eine Seite (oder auch zwei oder drei) von Kalifornien, die viele Reisende niemals zu Gesicht bekommen. Erlebe die Reize der Zivilisation und der Natur auf einer Reise, die vom glitzernden Las Vegas zu den prachtvollen Landschaften im Death Valley, Sequoia-Nationalpark, Kings-Canyon-Nationalpark und im weltberühmten Yosemite-Nationalpark führt. Dabei siehst du dir nicht bloß einfach die Sehenswürdigkeiten an. Du hast auch reichlich Zeit, um die bizarren Landschaften im Death Valley und in Yosemite zu erkunden und in Sequoia den Nachthimmel zu bewundern – ein Anblick, der dem ersten Vollzeit-Chefredakteur von National Geographic bewusst gemacht hat, wie wichtig es ist, die Nationalparks zu bewahren. Und am Ende dieser Reise warten dann noch legendäre Sehenswürdigkeiten der urbanen Art in San Francisco.
Übersicht
Group Leader
Englischsprachiger CEO (Chief Experience Officer) während des gesamten Trips, lokale Guides
Accommodation
Hotels (8 Nächte)
What's Included
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Wanderung im Sequoia-Nationalpark mit einem Naturforscher, Sequoia National Park
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Sternenhimmel beobachten, Sequoia National Park
Dein Journeys-Highlight-Moment: Erlebe den Yosemite-Nationalpark mit einem Naturforscher, Yosemite National Park. Eintritt in alle Nationalparks. Besuch des Death Valley-Nationalparks. Besuch des Sequoia-Nationalparks. Besuch des Kings-Canyon-Nationalparks. Besuch des Yosemite Nationalparks. Alle Transportmittel von und zu den inbegriffenen Aktivitäten
Meals Included
8 Frühstück, 1 Mittagessen, 1 Abendessen
Meal Budget
Plane USD475-620 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein
Start / Finish
Las Vegas nach San Francisco
Transport
Privates Reisemobil mit Klimaanlage, Wandern, zu Fuß
Checklist
Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)
Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket
Health & Safety:
• Hand sanitizer (required)
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)
• Quick Covid Test/Antigen Test
Smart Dress:
• Smart outfit (For evenings out)
Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear
Optional Activities
Yosemite National Park
- Fahrt mit dem Leihfahrrad in Yosemite (30-40USD pro Person)
- Wanderung im Yosemite-Nationalpark (Gratis)
San Francisco
- Segeln bei Sonnenuntergang in San Francisco
Highlights
Tauche ein in die raue Schönheit des Death Valley, überquere die atemberaubenden Berge der Sierra Nevada, erkunde den weltberühmten Yosemite-Nationalpark, bewundere die uralten Bäume im Sequoia-Nationalpark, genieße einen ganzen Tag im Kings-Canyon-Nationalpark
Group Size Notes
Max. 13, im Schnitt 11
Introduction
Erlebe auf dieser neuntägigen Reise zu einigen seiner schönsten Nationalparks eine Seite (oder auch zwei oder drei) von Kalifornien, die viele Reisende niemals zu Gesicht bekommen. Erlebe die Reize der Zivilisation und der Natur auf einer Reise, die vom glitzernden Las Vegas zu den prachtvollen Landschaften im Death Valley, Sequoia-Nationalpark, Kings-Canyon-Nationalpark und im weltberühmten Yosemite-Nationalpark führt. Dabei siehst du dir nicht bloß einfach die Sehenswürdigkeiten an. Du hast auch reichlich Zeit, um die bizarren Landschaften im Death Valley und in Yosemite zu erkunden und in Sequoia den Nachthimmel zu bewundern – ein Anblick, der dem ersten Vollzeit-Chefredakteur von National Geographic bewusst gemacht hat, wie wichtig es ist, die Nationalparks zu bewahren. Und am Ende dieser Reise warten dann noch legendäre Sehenswürdigkeiten der urbanen Art in San Francisco
Internationale Flüge
Check-in-Zeiten und Freigepäck/Einschränkungen können je nach Fluggesellschaft variieren und sich jederzeit ändern. Für die aktuellsten Informationen zu deinem Flug wende dich bitte an deine Fluggesellschaft. Wir empfehlen Online-Check-in, um mögliche Verzögerungen am Flughafen zu vermeiden
Minimum Age
Um ohne Begleitperson mit G Adventures zu reisen, musst du mindestens 18 Jahre alt sein. Das Mindestalter für Kinder in Begleitung eines Erziehungsberechtigten (über 21) beträgt 12 Jahre
Itinerary
Day 1 Las Vegas
Ankunft zu jeder Zeit möglich
Day 2 Las Vegas/Death Valley Nationalpark
Enjoy a scenic drive through the desert to Death Valley National Park—the lowest, hottest, and driest place in North America. Experience the extremes of this landscape as you pass through the multi-hued badlands of Twenty Mule Team Canyon and descend into Badwater Basin, cradled 282 feet below sea level. Cap off the day at Zabriskie Point as the sun sets over the distinctive Furnace Creek formation
Day 3 Death Valley Nationalpark/Yosemite Nationalpark
Begin the day searching for animal tracks amid the otherworldly landscape of Mesquite Flat Sand Dunes, where shifting sands soar up to 100 feet high. Then discover Father Crowley Vista Point, where an easy hike offers an epic payoff: a sweeping view over Rainbow Canyon and Panamint Valley. Keep an eye out for fighter jets practicing between the cliffs. Continue around the Sierra Nevada mountains to California’s Sequoia National Park
Day 4 Yosemite Nationalpark
Enjoy a full day to explore the legendary trees of Sequoia National Park. Walk in the shadow of its formidable giants—including General Sherman, the planet’s largest known living single-stem tree—alongside a naturalist from Sequoia Parks Conservancy. On an afternoon hike along Big Tree Trail, hear how, in 1916, National Geographic deeded tracts of giant trees here to the National Parks Service for safekeeping. This evening, return to the park for an evening of stargazing with a local expert; or, if skies are cloudy, set out on a nighttime walk to witness nocturnal life
Day 5 Yosemite Nationalpark/Sequoia Nationalpark
Embark on a spectacular drive, watching as the scenery changes from towering sequoias to one of the deepest canyons in the United States. On a journey from Grant Grove to Cedar Grove, be awed by the glacially carved Kings Canyon, and keep an eye out for the endangered Sierra Nevada bighorn sheep and other majestic wildlife
Day 6 Sequoia Nationalpark/Monterey
Head north through the Sierras to the south entrance of Yosemite National Park, a natural wonderland of picturesque valleys and ancient granite formations
Day 7 Yosemite National Park
This morning, join a Yosemite Conservancy naturalist on a guided excursion around the park, gaining an insider’s perspective on the human, natural, and geological history of the region. Hike through the heart of Yosemite while hearing about its flora and fauna, and learn how this rugged backcountry became the U.S.’s first protected state park in 1864—and, with the help of John Muir, a national park in 1890. Enjoy the rest of the day on your own; choose your own adventure amid majestic waterfalls, crystal-clear lakes, lush meadows, and pristine groves. Keep an eye out for glacial erratics, rock climbers, and a diversity of wildlife. Opt to visit the Ansel Adams Studio or relax by the river with Half Dome as the backdrop
Day 8 Yosemite National Park/San Francisco
Pass through the Central Valley of California, stopping at a local farm stand to sample some of the region's best produce. Drive over the Bay Bridge on the way into one of America's most vibrant cities, San Francisco, where your CEO-led guided driving tour of the city begins. Make a visit to Haight-Ashbury, Golden Gate Park, walk across a portion of the spectacular Golden Gate Bridge, Continue past the Palace of Fine Arts and Union Square en route to our hotel. This evening, consider joining an optional sunset sail in the San Francisco Bay, departing from Fisherman’s Wharf to glide past notorious Alcatraz Island and underneath the spectacular Golden Gate Bridge
Day 9 San Francisco
Abreise zu jeder Zeit möglich
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 Las Vegas
Bis zum Begrüßungstreffen am Abend sind heute keine Aktivitäten geplant. Du kannst dir also in Ruhe den Strip ansehen oder Tickets für eine Show am Abend besorgen.
Day 2 Las Vegas/Death Valley Nationalpark
Drive through the spectacular landscape of Death Valley. Take in the views of diverse geological features as far as the eye can see. Drive through Twenty Mule Team Canyon to see the different shades of the badlands. Then descend into Badwater Basin, the lowest, hottest, driest point in North America that sits 282 feet below sea level.
Continue to the Furnace Creek Visitor Center to get out of the sun for a further look into this unique park. Once the heat of the day has passed, head to the most photographed spot in the park, Zabriskie Point for sunset. Expect high temperatures of 100°F to over 120°F (38°C to over 49°C). Drink plenty of water and carry extra supplies. Avoid hiking at mid-day
Day 3 Death Valley Nationalpark/Yosemite Nationalpark
Day 4 Yosemite Nationalpark
In cases where the night sky is cloudy, we will replace the star gazing activity with a nighttime nature walk in the National Park. Embark on a one-mile walk to experience the dramatic changes of the soundscapes and nocturnal biodiversity of the area. This engaging walk will awaken awareness and provide an in-depth experience of Sequoia’s nocturnal plants and animals
Day 5 Yosemite Nationalpark/Sequoia Nationalpark
Day 6 Sequoia Nationalpark/Monterey
We recommend viewing the documentary Free Solo prior to your trip or downloading this film on your devices to watch during today's drive. This National Geographic film follows the incredible world-first free solo (without ropes or safety features) of Yosemite's iconic El Capitan climbing wall. Watch as free climber Alex Honnold grapples with the route, his body and his mind to conquer this rock face that is about 3,000 feet high.
Day 7 Yosemite National Park
Carved by glaciers, Yosemite National Park became the first protected state park in the US in 1864. It took until 1890 to gain National Park status, with the work of John Muir. Though 95% of the park is backcountry, there is still plenty to explore via hikes or the shuttle system. Spend the day hiking amongst Giant Sequoias, granite cliffs, and rushing waterfalls and understand why around 4 million people come to the park each year.
Day 8 Yosemite National Park/San Francisco
Day 9 San Francisco
