Come see the canyons, dunes, and stunning desert beauty of America's most unique National Park!

Death Valley - 3 Days (4 nights)

For desert enthusiasts and novices alike, Death Valley National Park is deservedly renowned. Home to extremes such as lowest point, driest weather, and the hottest temperatures in North America, Death Valley is nonetheless astonishingly full of life. After a morning soak at Tecopa Hot Springs, we'll head for Zabriskie Point at the edge of the Funeral Mountains. Explore the colorful badlands of rain-sculpted mudstone, then visit the salt flats of Badwater, the lowest point in the western hemisphere.

Hike into Ubehebe crater, a 500-foot deep remnant of an ancient volcanic eruption. Spend the afternoon sand-boarding and watching for wildlife at the Mesquite Flat Dunes.

Walk through the marble narrows of Mosaic Canyon, and stop at Father Crowley Point for views of the Panamint Mountains, Rainbow Canyon, and Telescope Peak. Watch for Joshua Trees on a short, scenic drive through the Mojave Desert, and keep an eye out for Mt. Whitney, the highest peak in the 48 contiguous states. Bring your adventure to a close with a luxurious dip at Keough Hot Springs and a morning arrival in San Francisco.

Note: Winter weather in Death Valley is going to be better than just about anywhere, but do come prepared with a hat and sunglasses for the days, and with warm layers for chilly nights. There will be spots to pitch a tent if you'd like to bring one. Average max/min temperatures are 76/48 °F in November, 65/39 °F in December and January, 72/46 °F in February, 80/53 °F in March, 90/62 °F in April. Average rainfall in Death Valley is 1.9 inches per year. This trip includes Tortoise transportation, park and camping fees, as well as all meals....an excellent value!

Flexible Itinerary means that we may alter an itinerary depending on weather, local events, etc. Although we make every attempt to run our trips as advertised, please be aware that the itinerary may change to give you the best trip possible.

Death Valley Loop San Francisco departure: 2000 hrs (other departures available—call for details) Death Valley Loop 2007 Fri, Jan. 12 thru Tue, Jan. 16 Fri, Feb. 16 thru Tue, Feb. 20 Fri, Mar. 16 thru Tue, Mar. 20 Fri, Mar. 30 thru Tue, Apr. 3 3 days/4 nights: $181 plus †$54 for food/parks