DAY 1: LOS ANGELES
Arrive in Los Angeles and proceed to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to enjoy the "City of Angels". A walk through downtown or Hollywood will bring back the past as you recognize many background scenes from classic movies such as ‘Sunset Boulevard’ or the latest ‘Predator’ sequel. Whether it's Universal Studios or Disneyland, the beach or Beverly Hills, this city offers something for everyone.

DAY 2: LOS ANGELES – SAN DIEGO (128m / 205km)
Depart Los Angeles for a leisurely drive along the Southern California coast. Make time to visit Laguna Beach or the famous mission of San Juan Capistrano along the way. Arrive in San Diego to discover some of the sites for which this city is known, such as Balboa Park, the Gas Lamp District and Seaport Village. If time permits, visit the world famous San Diego Zoo or see Shamu, the killer whale at SeaWorld.

DAY 3: SAN DIEGO – TEMECULA – PALM SPRINGS (136m / 218km)
Leave the Pacific behind as you cross the coastal mountains, through the Temecula wine region and enter the vast Colorado Desert of eastern California. Anza Borrego Desert Park offers an unspoiled view of the eerie lunar landscape along the old Butterfield Stage route. Arrive in Palm Springs located in the heart of the Coachella Valley.

DAY 4: PALM SPRINGS – JOSHUA TREE NATIONAL PARK – LAUGHLIN, NV (284m / 454km)
Depart in the cool of the morning for an unforgettable visit to Joshua Tree National Park. Hike along trails through desert vegetation of cacti, Mojave Yucca and of course Joshua Trees. Continue east for a late afternoon arrival in Laughlin, Nevada on the shores of the mighty Colorado River.

DAY 5: LAUGHLIN – ROUTE 66 – GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK (204m / 328km)
Cross the Colorado River to enter Arizona. Stray from the main highway for a truly memorable drive on one of the last remaining original sections of Historic Route 66. The terrain changes to pine forest as you reach northern Arizona's natural marvel the Grand Canyon. There's still plenty of time to wander the many miles of pathways along the southern rim of this geological masterpiece.

DAY 6: GRAND CANYON – MONUMENT VALLEY / KAYENTA (207m / 331km)
Depart the high Coconino Plateau and travel to Monument Valley, whose breathtaking views have provided the setting for many classic Western movies. Visit the fantastic rock formations, isolated monoliths of red sandstone, as high as 1000 feet (300 metres) above the valley floor. Return to Kayenta located in the heart of the Navajo Nation.

DAY 7: MONUMENT VALLEY / KAYENTA – MESA VERDE
NATIONAL PARK/ CORTEZ (141m / 226km)
Today take the road east through the Four Corners area and enter Colorado. Although the state is best known for the Rocky Mountains, it is also rich in ancient and modern American Indian culture. The highlight of today, Mesa Verde National Park is one of America's major archeological treasures. Take time to hike the canyons and participate in guided ranger talks explaining the ritualistic habits of Mesa Verde's ancient inhabitants.

DAY 8: MESA VERDE NATIONAL PARK / CORTEZ – CANYONLANDS AND ARCHES NATIONAL PARKS / MOAB (139m / 222km)
Enjoy an early sunrise over a landscape little changed since its original natives populated the region in the 8th century. Continue north into southern Utah best known as a land of colorful red rock spires and majestic canyons. Pass Canyonlands National Park before arriving in Moab, outfitting center for exploring this unique region of geological formations.

DAY 9: MOAB
Day at leisure. Moab is a great starting point for jeep, plane, whitewater rafting, hiking or canoeing trips into the surrounding parks: Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park and Dead Horse State Park.

DAY 10: MOAB – CAPITOL REEF NATIONAL PARK – BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK (237m / 379km)
Pass through scenic Utah's Grand Staircase and stop in Capitol Reef National Park. This area's name comes from the unusual formation resembling the State Capitol dome. During the late afternoon arrive in the land of hoodoos known as Bryce Canyon National Park. There are easy walks offered along the rim or make it a trek and descend into the spires of supernatural Bryce.

DAY 11: BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK – ZION NATIONAL PARK – LAS VEGAS, NV (251m / 402km)
Take the road south to Zion National Park, a monument of time carved by wind and water and well-known for geological features with names like The Three Patriarchs, Bridge Mountain and White Throne. After visiting the park, leave Utah behind and continue through the Virgin River Gorge to arrive in the glittering man-made miracle of the desert, Las Vegas.

DAY 12: LAS VEGAS
This day is at leisure. Las Vegas is a city that never sleeps. Try your hand with “Lady Luck” or see one of the many famous shows with top-name performers. This city of glitz and glamour will dazzle you with its colossal hotels, glittering lights, casinos action and headline shows. Take the time to visit the well-known resorts with their individual themes and a myriad of attractions or just relax poolside.

DAY 13: LAS VEGAS – DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK, CA (123m / 197km)
Depart westward to Death Valley National Park. This area of unexpected contrasts offers barren desolation, including the lowest point in the Western Hemisphere, and mountains over 11,000 feet (3,350 metres). Climb Zabriskie Point for impressionable views of the valley. Hike among sand dunes and colorful formations before visiting the oasis of Furnace Creek.

DAY 14: DEATH VALLEY NATIONAL PARK – LOS ANGELES (286m / 458km)
Continue through the great Mojave Desert and contemplate the impression this harsh land made on the first immigrants migrating to California. On the way, pass Mojave, home to the world record-holding Voyager experimental aircraft and Edwards Air Force Flight Test Center, test site for the military where "Chuck" Yeager first broke the sound barrier in 1947. Arrive in Los Angeles late afternoon.