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Bonsoir,
Faut-il un permis de conduire international pour un séjour de 2 semaines aux USA ? idem pour le Canada
merci
Cordialement, Best Regards
Jean-Luc
Permis de conduire international pour un séjour aux États-Unis?
by JLM7856
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Bonjour !
Je pense que ce n'est pas nécessaire. J'ai loué deux fois une voiture au Canada et une fois aux Etats-Unis, et ils se sont toujours satisfait du permis belge. Maintenant, ce n'est que mon expérience, peut etre que d'autres compagnies de location le demandent ou que les policiers pourraient l'exiger, je ne sais pas... C'est peut etre plus prudent mais je pense que ce n'est pas nécessaire.
Marie
Je pense que ce n'est pas nécessaire. J'ai loué deux fois une voiture au Canada et une fois aux Etats-Unis, et ils se sont toujours satisfait du permis belge. Maintenant, ce n'est que mon expérience, peut etre que d'autres compagnies de location le demandent ou que les policiers pourraient l'exiger, je ne sais pas... C'est peut etre plus prudent mais je pense que ce n'est pas nécessaire.
Marie
http://theroad2mandalay.blogspot.com (voyage de 4 mois en Asie du sud-est)
http://unvoyageaucanada.weebly.com (voyage d'un an au Canada)
merci Marie pour la rapidité de ta réponse, cela fait suite à un échange que j'ai eu avec la préfecture aujourd'hui où la responsable m'a signalé que c'était obligatoire même pour un court séjour. Ce fut l'étonnement pour un ami qui lui est habitué à conduire aux US, et qui comme toi ne l'a jamais fait mais de fait se pose la question pour lui car il part au Canada dans une semaine
Voila pourquoi je pose la question
Attendons peut-être d'autres bonnes âmes sauront faire pencher la balance, tout du moins pour mon pote car pour moi c'est fait
Cordialement, Best Regards
Jean-Luc
Bonjour,
Le permis de conduire international est obligatoire pour l'état de la Floride.
En ce qui concerne les états de l'ouest des USA, il n'est pas du tout obligatoire mais juste conseillé... De plus, il est gratuit alors rien ne t'empêche d'en faire faire un si ça peut te permettre de partir l'esprit tranquille... Bien que perso, nous n'ayons jamais eu besoin de le présenter...
Quant au Canada, je ne peux malheureusement pas te répondre.
Le permis de conduire international est obligatoire pour l'état de la Floride.
En ce qui concerne les états de l'ouest des USA, il n'est pas du tout obligatoire mais juste conseillé... De plus, il est gratuit alors rien ne t'empêche d'en faire faire un si ça peut te permettre de partir l'esprit tranquille... Bien que perso, nous n'ayons jamais eu besoin de le présenter...
Quant au Canada, je ne peux malheureusement pas te répondre.
Sur les routes de Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, Apache Trail et Death Valley en vidéo: https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_sur_les_routes_las_vegas_los_angeles_monument_valley_apache_trail_D4787367/
Merci Doni, donc cela comme beaucoup de points dépend des états, son expérience et la mienne était plus sur l'est des US. Par contre pour le Canada wait and see ...
Cordialement, Best Regards
Jean-Luc
Voici le lien du site de l'ambassade de France aux USA où tu pourras constater, dans la dernière partie du texte, que cela ne concerne que l'état de la Floride:
http://www.ambafrance-us.org/fr/partirusa/permisconduire.asp
http://www.ambafrance-us.org/fr/partirusa/permisconduire.asp
Sur les routes de Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monument Valley, Apache Trail et Death Valley en vidéo: https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_sur_les_routes_las_vegas_los_angeles_monument_valley_apache_trail_D4787367/
c'est clair,
pour info, idem au canada, pas d'obligation
http://www.consulfrance-montreal.org/spip.php?article660
Cordialement, Best Regards
Jean-Luc
En Californie le permis international n'est pas obligatoire. Mais je serais toi, je ferai la demande
car tu seras plus tranquille. Certaines agences de location le demandent mais ce ne n'est pas
du tout une généralité. Apparemment c'est aussi beaucoup plus facile lors d'arrestation par exemple.
Mais bon je ne me suis jamais fait arrêté encore (depuis 2 mois) !
Je te dit tout cela parce qu'il est vraiment aisé de l'obtenir (pour une fois avec les administrations 😉). A Lyon, j'ai mis 10 min pour l'obtenir entre le moment de sortir de ma voiture et le moment d'y rentrer à nouveau 😎. Un record pour la prefecture ! Seul hic, tu es obligé de te rendre à la prefecture, pas de demande par courrier.
Mais si tu trouves une agence de location qui ne l'exige pas... tu ne prends pas trop de risque. C'était juste pour te dire que si tu as un peu de temps et si tu préfères être prudent, c'est mieux de l'avoir.
Bon voyage !
Je te dit tout cela parce qu'il est vraiment aisé de l'obtenir (pour une fois avec les administrations 😉). A Lyon, j'ai mis 10 min pour l'obtenir entre le moment de sortir de ma voiture et le moment d'y rentrer à nouveau 😎. Un record pour la prefecture ! Seul hic, tu es obligé de te rendre à la prefecture, pas de demande par courrier.
Mais si tu trouves une agence de location qui ne l'exige pas... tu ne prends pas trop de risque. C'était juste pour te dire que si tu as un peu de temps et si tu préfères être prudent, c'est mieux de l'avoir.
Bon voyage !
merci pour ta réponse et je répéte que par précaution je l'ai fait...à part que cela m'a pris 2H...la sous-préf ayant un succès phénoménal !!
Bonne journée
Cordialement, Best Regards
Jean-Luc
salut
moi je peux te dire qu'il n'est pas obligatoire en californie, nevada car je m'etai fais arrete pour exces de vitesse et j'avais pas de permis international et le flic ma rien di et j'ai mm pas eu d'amende il etai bien coule, mai en tt cas il ma pas di k c'etait obligatoire le permis international. voila bon sejour
moi je peux te dire qu'il n'est pas obligatoire en californie, nevada car je m'etai fais arrete pour exces de vitesse et j'avais pas de permis international et le flic ma rien di et j'ai mm pas eu d'amende il etai bien coule, mai en tt cas il ma pas di k c'etait obligatoire le permis international. voila bon sejour
julien
il faut vivre ses rêves, pas rêver sa vie.
Bonjour,
Le permis de conduire international est obligatoire pour l'état de la Floride.
En ce qui concerne les états de l'ouest des USA, il n'est pas du tout obligatoire mais juste conseillé... De plus, il est gratuit alors rien ne t'empêche d'en faire faire un si ça peut te permettre de partir l'esprit tranquille... Bien que perso, nous n'ayons jamais eu besoin de le présenter...
Quant au Canada, je ne peux malheureusement pas te répondre.
J'avoue que ton message me perturbe quand même un peu car ayant déja été deux fois aux U.S.A mais sur la côte ouest et n'ayant pas eu de probléme lors de la location de voiture avec mon permis Français, même lors d'un contrôle pour un petit excés de vitesse a PAGE, je n'avais pas du tout envisagé ce probléme pour mon premier séjour cet été en FLORIDE..... Est ce véritablement une obligation de posséder un permis internationnal en FLORIDE ? J'aimerais bien avoir les avis des uns et des autres sur cette question. Merci d'avance a tous.
JL
Le permis de conduire international est obligatoire pour l'état de la Floride.
En ce qui concerne les états de l'ouest des USA, il n'est pas du tout obligatoire mais juste conseillé... De plus, il est gratuit alors rien ne t'empêche d'en faire faire un si ça peut te permettre de partir l'esprit tranquille... Bien que perso, nous n'ayons jamais eu besoin de le présenter...
Quant au Canada, je ne peux malheureusement pas te répondre.
J'avoue que ton message me perturbe quand même un peu car ayant déja été deux fois aux U.S.A mais sur la côte ouest et n'ayant pas eu de probléme lors de la location de voiture avec mon permis Français, même lors d'un contrôle pour un petit excés de vitesse a PAGE, je n'avais pas du tout envisagé ce probléme pour mon premier séjour cet été en FLORIDE..... Est ce véritablement une obligation de posséder un permis internationnal en FLORIDE ? J'aimerais bien avoir les avis des uns et des autres sur cette question. Merci d'avance a tous.
JL
http://www.ambafrance-us.org/fr/partirusa/permisconduire.asp
C'est pas un avis, c'est écrit noir sur blanc sur le site de l'Ambassade de France, et Doni l'a déjà dit deux fois ci-dessus, que te faut'il de plus ?
Patrick
C'est pas un avis, c'est écrit noir sur blanc sur le site de l'Ambassade de France, et Doni l'a déjà dit deux fois ci-dessus, que te faut'il de plus ?
Patrick
On ne vit qu'une fois !
Mes USA 1998 2000 ... : http://sites.google.com/site/heavencanwaitno/
USA 2008 : http://sites.google.com/site/heavencanwaitno/home/usa-2008
USA 2011 : http://sites.google.com/site/heavencanwaitno/home/usa-2011
Bonjour, si tu ne possèdes pas le permis de conduire international, il faut absolument te le procurer avant ton départ car sinon, en Floride, tu es censé conduire sans permis !
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Bonjour,
Pour la location d'une voiture le loueur en floride ne me l'a pas demandé (à tort ou à raison!!), donc jusque là personne n'est censé savoir qu'il est obligatoire, il suffit de se faire arréter une seule fois pour vite se rendre compte que c'est nécessaire (et obligatoire!) de l'avoir en sa possession !!!!!!!! (c'est du vécu et heureusement je l'avais fait faire en préfecture avant de partir sur les bons conseils de certains forumeurs qui se reconnaitrons..).Mais cela n'engage que moi..........
Bon voyage
Bon voyage
"Keep cool & good ride"....
https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_ouest_americain_14_jours_en_famille_que_bonheur_D4247923/
Bonjour,
Ce n'est pas surprenant que le loueur ne te l'ai pas demandé car c'est par rapport aux autorités américaines que le permis de conduire international est obligatoire... Donc, la personne qui se fait arrêter et qui ne le possède pas, c'est certainement dû au fait qu'elle n'a pas bien préparé son voyage... Enfin, c'est mon avis...
Ce n'est pas surprenant que le loueur ne te l'ai pas demandé car c'est par rapport aux autorités américaines que le permis de conduire international est obligatoire... Donc, la personne qui se fait arrêter et qui ne le possède pas, c'est certainement dû au fait qu'elle n'a pas bien préparé son voyage... Enfin, c'est mon avis...
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Je parcours les USA depuis de nombreuses années et ce permis ne m'a jamais été demandé mais je le possède malgré tout.
Pourquoi, tout simplement que les forces de l'ordre aux states ne savent pas lire le français et que nous devons être capable de fournir un document compréhensible par tout un chacun.
De plus ce permis étant gratuit, pourquoi s'en priver, il peut rendre beaucoup de services. Attention à la durée de validation.
http://www.aventuren4x4.com
Carnet Namibie : https://voyageforum.com/discussion/namibie-amie-d9300813/
Carnet Grizzlys : Carnet Grizzlys : https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=9308751;page=last;#last
Donc, la personne qui se fait arrêter et qui ne le possède pas, c'est certainement dû au fait qu'elle n'a pas bien préparé son voyage... Enfin, c'est mon avis...
...Je suis bien de ton avis!
...Je suis bien de ton avis!
"Keep cool & good ride"....
https://voyageforum.com/forum/etats-unis_ouest_americain_14_jours_en_famille_que_bonheur_D4247923/
Bonjour,
Si tu as un permis Francais, tout dépend du modèle de ton permis de conduire. A savoir que si tu disposes de l’ancien modèle, ton permis n’est valable qu’en France. Il faut avoir absolument le modèle des Communautés Européennes pour conduire hors de France. La préfecture ne délivre le permis international seulement si tu disposes du modèle des Communautés Européennes. Le modèle a du changé dans les années 80…
Voili voilou
n'importe quoi !
depuis quand les etats unis font parti de l'europe ?
le permis international est obligatoire en floride est preferable dans le reste du monde pour une question de langue.
Si mes souvenirs sont bon il est obligatoire en floride depuis 2006.
La date du permis n'a rien a voir la dedans ! Vous êtes bouché ou quoi ??? c'est la loi !
La date du permis n'a rien a voir la dedans ! Vous êtes bouché ou quoi ??? c'est la loi !
" La préfecture ne délivre le permis international seulement si tu disposes du modèle des Communautés Européennes "
Ah bon ? Tu en es sûr ? C'est écrit quelque part sur un site officiel ?
Patrick
Ah bon ? Tu en es sûr ? C'est écrit quelque part sur un site officiel ?
Patrick
On ne vit qu'une fois !
Mes USA 1998 2000 ... : http://sites.google.com/site/heavencanwaitno/
USA 2008 : http://sites.google.com/site/heavencanwaitno/home/usa-2008
USA 2011 : http://sites.google.com/site/heavencanwaitno/home/usa-2011
Bonsoir Chat30,
Non je ne dis pas n’importe quoi (sourire)…. je n’ai jamais dit que les états Unis font parti de l’Europe ;O)))), je ne dis pas non plus que le permis international est obligatoire dans tous les états enfin bref !!!!! Si tu me lis bien, je parle de l’ANCIEN MODELE de permis de conduire (ceux qui ont une taille un peu plus grande que le modèle actuel). Concernant la date, je parle encore du modèle.
En Avril 2008, j���ai fait la demande d’un permis international à la préfecture de l’Isère, J’avais un permis ancien modèle (1982), et donc pour obtenir le permis international j’ai du changer mon ancien modèle par le nouveau modèle. Selon la préfecture (et je leur fait confiance), l’ancien modèle de permis de conduire est utilisable uniquement en France, il n’est pas valable hors France.
Je partage simplement mon expérience…
Amicalement
Non je ne dis pas n’importe quoi (sourire)…. je n’ai jamais dit que les états Unis font parti de l’Europe ;O)))), je ne dis pas non plus que le permis international est obligatoire dans tous les états enfin bref !!!!! Si tu me lis bien, je parle de l’ANCIEN MODELE de permis de conduire (ceux qui ont une taille un peu plus grande que le modèle actuel). Concernant la date, je parle encore du modèle.
En Avril 2008, j���ai fait la demande d’un permis international à la préfecture de l’Isère, J’avais un permis ancien modèle (1982), et donc pour obtenir le permis international j’ai du changer mon ancien modèle par le nouveau modèle. Selon la préfecture (et je leur fait confiance), l’ancien modèle de permis de conduire est utilisable uniquement en France, il n’est pas valable hors France.
Je partage simplement mon expérience…
Amicalement
I'm sorry,
J'avais ma lu 🙂
Bonsoir Patrick
Je ne sais pas si c'est écrit quelque part sur un site officiel… L’info me vient de l’agent de la préfecture qui m’a réalisé mon permis international. La seule condition pour obtenir le permis International, c’était de changer de modèle… Pour ma part je voulais garder mon ancien modèle de permis (par nostalgie L), cela n’a pas été possible…
Jean
Bonjour
J'ai demandé un permis international mais la préfecture ma répondu que mon permis n'était répertorié sur le territoire car c'est un permis d'outre mer .Donc pour avoir mon permis international il me demandent de refaire le national. Je n'ai pas assez de temps car je part en juin.
Ma question est :quand la police t'a arrèté a Page tu avais un permis des Communautés Européennes. ou l'ancien modèle car moi j'ai l'ancien modèle et comme j'ai lu plus bas il ne serait pas valable pour l'ouest américain.
Bonjour,
Quand j'ai été arrété a PAGE, j'avais bien un permis de conduitre COMMUNAUTE EUROPEENNE. Le policier n'a pas bronché et d'ailleurs je n'ai pas eu d'amende mais il m'avait bien fait comprendre qu'il fallait encore réduire sa vitesse lors des horaires de passage des SCHOOL BUS..... Je crois qu'on insiste pas assez sur cette histoire de permis de conduire car en écoutant les uns et les autres on se rend bien compte que beaucoup n'ont jamais eu a présenter le permis, ce qui fait que la réglementation est un peu mis de coté. Si le probléme est un peu moins sensible dans l'ouest, franchement je ne savais pas qu'il était obligatoire en FLORIDE. Bon maintenant, comme cela a été dit, c'est gratuit et il suffit d'aller a la préfecture et c'est ce que je vais faire. Mais sans le site, jamais je n'aurais pensé a demander ce permis international et il me semble que nous sommes beaucoup dans ce cas.... Quand a l'ancien permis Français, la encore je ne sais pas comment on doit interpréter sa valadité car les avis sont aussi partagés même pour l'ouest des U.S.A.
Quand j'ai été arrété a PAGE, j'avais bien un permis de conduitre COMMUNAUTE EUROPEENNE. Le policier n'a pas bronché et d'ailleurs je n'ai pas eu d'amende mais il m'avait bien fait comprendre qu'il fallait encore réduire sa vitesse lors des horaires de passage des SCHOOL BUS..... Je crois qu'on insiste pas assez sur cette histoire de permis de conduire car en écoutant les uns et les autres on se rend bien compte que beaucoup n'ont jamais eu a présenter le permis, ce qui fait que la réglementation est un peu mis de coté. Si le probléme est un peu moins sensible dans l'ouest, franchement je ne savais pas qu'il était obligatoire en FLORIDE. Bon maintenant, comme cela a été dit, c'est gratuit et il suffit d'aller a la préfecture et c'est ce que je vais faire. Mais sans le site, jamais je n'aurais pensé a demander ce permis international et il me semble que nous sommes beaucoup dans ce cas.... Quand a l'ancien permis Français, la encore je ne sais pas comment on doit interpréter sa valadité car les avis sont aussi partagés même pour l'ouest des U.S.A.
Slt,
les avis ne sont pas partagé, seulement les ignorants partent sans permis international, il est obligatoire en floride point ! sinon tu es consideré comme conduisant sans permis.
Dans les autres etats il est preferable de l'avoir, il n'y a pas à chercher une aiguille dans une botte de foin!
Merci pour ces éléments oh combien précieux mais il est inutile a mon avis d'y rajouter une agressivité inapropriée sur ce site.
On peut se poser des questions sans pour autant être des ignorants....
La nature même de ce site permet d'éclairer les uns et les autres et tout le monde est en droit de se poser des questions.
Encore merci pour ces infos.
étant donné que vous disposer un visa valide, vous pouvais conduire selon les norme d'un état ou vous y etes!
samuel nitu
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Stay from July 31 to August 26, 2026: Car rental – check, Hotels – check, Itinerary – almost check, Photo gear – check, Budget – check, 🤪 Meal planning – meh, we’ll see... Walmart, of course, for the cooler when we arrive.
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Houston and NASA Space Center: See the Gulf of Mexico/America.
San Antonio and the missions.
Fort Stockton for an overnight stop.
El Paso via Guadalupe Mountains: El Paso and White Sands.
Tucson and the Pima Air & Space Museum: Tombstone, Bisbee.
Phoenix:
Still working on the program.
Sedona: Round trip around the area via Flagstaff and Williams, or the Grand Canyon (already done) – we’ll decide on the spot.
Albuquerque: Santa Fe, Turquoise Trail, Los Alamos.
Amarillo via Route 66: Old Route 66 in the city; Big Texas Ranch Steak 😏.
Dallas: JFK Museum; Perot Museum; West End district.
And through it all – the road, the road, and more road!!!
We’ll adapt day by day based on our mental and physical state (we’re not exactly spring chickens).
Return to France: Dallas-Montpellier via CDG.
Cheers!
So, here’s the plan: Montpellier-CDG-Dallas.
Stay from July 31 to August 26, 2026: Car rental – check, Hotels – check, Itinerary – almost check, Photo gear – check, Budget – check, 🤪 Meal planning – meh, we’ll see... Walmart, of course, for the cooler when we arrive.
And now, without too much detail...
Fort Worth: The Longhorns and the Stockyards; JR’s ranch (for the missus); Medal of Honor Museum – Arlington.
Houston and NASA Space Center: See the Gulf of Mexico/America.
San Antonio and the missions.
Fort Stockton for an overnight stop.
El Paso via Guadalupe Mountains: El Paso and White Sands.
Tucson and the Pima Air & Space Museum: Tombstone, Bisbee.
Phoenix:
Still working on the program.
Sedona: Round trip around the area via Flagstaff and Williams, or the Grand Canyon (already done) – we’ll decide on the spot.
Albuquerque: Santa Fe, Turquoise Trail, Los Alamos.
Amarillo via Route 66: Old Route 66 in the city; Big Texas Ranch Steak 😏.
Dallas: JFK Museum; Perot Museum; West End district.
And through it all – the road, the road, and more road!!!
We’ll adapt day by day based on our mental and physical state (we’re not exactly spring chickens).
Return to France: Dallas-Montpellier via CDG.
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We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road. Thanks for your input!
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We're leaving at the end of June and will be driving the route between Buffalo and Cody. We’ve already booked our accommodations and a rodeo in Cody, but during the day, we’ll be driving between the two and I’m unsure about the itinerary. Which route do you think is the most pleasant, interesting, or scenic between: - The northern route via Highway 14 with Sheridan, Lowell, etc. - The southern route with Highways 16/20/14, passing by Loaf Mountain Overlook, Powder River Pass, Ten Sleep Canyon...
We’ll be in a car, so we should be able to drive on any road. Thanks for your input!
Laura
Hi everyone! 🙂
I’m almost done planning our September road trip. After our 3-night visit to Sequoia, we’ll have a stopover night in Coalinga (to break up the drive). We’ll be staying two nights in Monterey and would like to stop along the way to visit one side of Pinnacles National Park. We’re torn between the West entrance and the East entrance, and we’d like to do a short hike of no more than 2 hours since we don’t want to arrive too late in Monterey.
This park is split into two distinct zones with no connection between them, and the mileage from Coalinga to Monterey is pretty much the same for both. Which area do you recommend visiting—east or west? And which route is the most scenic?
I’ve spotted two short hikes: - East: Moses Spring to Rim Trail Loop - West: Balconies Cliffs Cave Loop
Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
Thanks in advance, and have a great afternoon! Marcalamar 🙂
I’m almost done planning our September road trip. After our 3-night visit to Sequoia, we’ll have a stopover night in Coalinga (to break up the drive). We’ll be staying two nights in Monterey and would like to stop along the way to visit one side of Pinnacles National Park. We’re torn between the West entrance and the East entrance, and we’d like to do a short hike of no more than 2 hours since we don’t want to arrive too late in Monterey.
This park is split into two distinct zones with no connection between them, and the mileage from Coalinga to Monterey is pretty much the same for both. Which area do you recommend visiting—east or west? And which route is the most scenic?
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Has anyone been there, or do you have another hike to suggest?
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Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
After our first trip as a young couple to the West in 2007 (yes, that doesn’t make us any younger!), we’re planning to go back in 2028, but this time as a family of four! (We have two boys who’ll be 5½ and 13 years old in the summer of 2028.)
Our plan is to combine a few big cities (SF and LA, maybe San Diego) with national parks and state parks, mostly! Ideally, we’d like to leave at the end of June and head back to France around July 19–20, so we can enjoy the first week of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles.
Since we already did the "loop" in 2007, there are must-see places we absolutely want to revisit—and especially share with our kids: Bryce Canyon, Yosemite, and above all, the Grand Canyon, which is still the most incredible thing I’ve ever seen on Earth!
On the other hand, some places didn’t leave a big impression on us for various reasons, so we’re not making them a priority: Antelope Canyon, Monument Valley, for example.
We’re planning ahead, but might as well be smart about it😏
Do you have any tips for a fun and doable itinerary over about 20–25 days with kids, without rushing?
Thanks in advance for your feedback😉
Hi everyone! 🙂
Just a quick question about King Canyon and Sequoia National Park.
Before our night in Miramonte, we plan to visit King Canyon. The next stop will be two nights in Three Rivers to explore Sequoia National Park. I wanted to go all the way to Roaring River Falls on the King Canyon Scenic Byway and then turn back to head to Miramonte. Since we’re coming from Oakhurst, Google Maps says it’s 300 km and 5 hours of driving. Since we also want to hike to see the sequoias (Big Stump Area and Grand Grove) before tackling the King Canyon Scenic Byway, the timing’s going to be tight. How far do you recommend going before turning back to miss as few points of interest as possible on the King Canyon Scenic Byway? Thanks for your advice, and have a great evening!
Marcalamar 🙂
Hi everyone!
After years of hoping, waiting, planning, then changing, saving, and searching for the best possible route... we're FINALLY off this summer for a 5-week road trip in the West.
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
I had planned a trip to Colorado in 2021 but canceled due to COVID, so with time passing and my eldest’s high school graduation approaching fast, I figured it was now or never!
Anyway, the itinerary has been modified and extended to please everyone (I’m no longer the only one making decisions!!)
Here’s our final route: Day 1 - 7/12/2026 - Brussels / Los Angeles Day 2 - 7/13/2026 - Los Angeles Day 3 - 7/14/2026 - Los Angeles Day 4 - 7/15/2026 - Los Angeles Day 5 - 7/16/2026 - Los Angeles Day 6 - 7/17/2026 - Los Angeles / Kingman Day 7 - 7/18/2026 - Kingman / Grand Canyon Day 8 - 7/19/2026 - Grand Canyon / Page Day 9 - 7/20/2026 - Page Day 10 - 7/21/2026 - Page / Monument Valley Day 11 - 7/22/2026 - Monument Valley / Durango Day 12 - 7/23/2026 - Durango Day 13 - 7/24/2026 - Durango Day 14 - 7/25/2026 - Durango Day 15 - 7/26/2026 - Durango / Glenwood Springs Day 16 - 7/27/2026 - Glenwood Springs Day 17 - 7/28/2026 - Glenwood Springs / Moab Day 18 - 7/29/2026 - Moab Day 19 - 7/30/2026 - Moab Day 20 - 7/31/2026 - Moab Day 21 - 8/1/2026 - Moab Day 22 - 8/2/2026 - Moab / Vernal Day 23 - 8/3/2026 - Vernal / Grand Teton Day 24 - 8/4/2026 - Grand Teton Day 25 - 8/5/2026 - Grand Teton / Cody Day 26 - 8/6/2026 - Cody / Yellowstone Day 27 - 8/7/2026 - Yellowstone Day 28 - 8/8/2026 - Yellowstone Day 29 - 8/9/2026 - Yellowstone Day 30 - 8/10/2026 - Yellowstone / Salt Lake City Day 31 - 8/11/2026 - Salt Lake City / Bryce Canyon Day 32 - 8/12/2026 - Bryce Canyon / Zion Day 33 - 8/13/2026 - Zion Day 34 - 8/14/2026 - Zion Day 35 - 8/15/2026 - Zion / Las Vegas Day 36 - 8/16/2026 - Las Vegas Day 37 - 8/17/2026 - Las Vegas / Los Angeles Day 38 - 8/18/2026 - Los Angeles Day 39 - 8/19/2026 - Los Angeles / Brussels Day 40 - 8/20/2026 - Brussels / Home
We’ll be alternating between house swaps, motels, and campgrounds. I’ve booked all the accommodations (except the campground at Bryce since sunset bookings open only 14 days in advance) and the first activities, as well as the most touristy ones.
I’m currently putting together my day-by-day roadbook and having some trouble planning certain days, like in LA or Las Vegas. Choosing hikes isn’t easy either—it’s tough to decide!
We’re really excited but could definitely use your help with choices and optimizations!!
Hello.
I’d like to travel along I-15N from San Diego to Las Vegas with my mom, who’s 67. We’ve explored Northern California and the California Coast over the past two years and now want to continue through the desert.
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
There are several attractions along the way: - Mormon Rocks - Desert Discovery Center and visit the Old Woman meteorite - Joshua Tree National Park - Mojave Desert - Mojave National Preserve - Anza-Borrego Desert State Park - Silverwood Lake
My mom has back issues that prevent her from hiking or walking on trails with elevation changes. Is it possible to visit these places by car, or are the routes flat enough?
I’d love for her to experience the desert with an itinerary adapted to her condition. I’m also open to other points of interest that aren’t mentioned. We have 3-4 days for the trip, so we’re not in a rush—just want to explore.
Thanks so much. The trip would be in fall 2026
Hi there,
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
I’d love to take a road trip and visit Nova Scotia. I’d appreciate some info on the best cities to see and the most interesting spots. The trip should last about 10 to 15 days, staying in hotels or motels. Thanks in advance!
Hi everyone,
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Quick question—I’m heading to New York soon and I’d love to know if you guys have any recommendations for websites where I can buy concert tickets?
Hi there,
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
We’re being relocated to Saint Pierre and Miquelon. We’ll be taking the flight from Nantes to Montreal and then from Montreal to Saint Pierre. Could you recommend a hotel near the departure terminal that allows dogs?
Thanks!
Hi,
My 16-year-old son is flying to Grand Rapids with other kids his age. There’s a layover in Detroit. There’s no unaccompanied minor service available. Is it pretty easy to navigate Detroit Airport to catch the connecting flight to Grand Rapids (domestic flight)? There are several of them who speak English well.
Thanks for your replies,
Good evening, everyone! 🙂
Just a few last questions to wrap up our Lake Tahoe visit plans.
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
**Parking:** We’d like to walk to Eagle Falls and then Eagle Lake. I’ve spotted two parking lots that seem close to each other and give access to the trailhead. Where and how do we pay for entry to Emerald Bay State Park and Inspiration Point?
**Viewpoints on the East Side:** Are most of the viewpoints (Balancing Rock, Granite Cave, Bonsai Rock, etc.) right by the road, or do you have to hike to reach them?
**Donner Memorial State Park:** Is it worth making a detour to Truckee to visit this park and the Truckee historic downtown?
Thanks in advance for your tips! 🙂
Hi there. I'm shocked by the price of the Upper Antelope Canyon tour—$175 for less than an hour… You might say, "if you can’t afford it…" But the real question is whether it’s really worth it, because $350 for two makes me feel like I’m getting ripped off. For those who’ve done both Lower and Upper, can you tell me if the price difference is really justified? Thanks
Hi everyone! 🙂
As you can see, we're heading back from September 6th to the 27th.
Everything’s booked for September—flights, accommodations, and the car. As I plan, I’ll be asking the experts for help. This is our second trip to California, but most of the stops are new to us.
We’ll start directly from San Francisco to our first overnight stop, Davis, before heading to Lassen Volcanic Park for 4 nights. Our flight lands at 12:50 PM.
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here’s our itinerary: Day 1: Davis – overnight stop Day 2: Red Bluff – exploring Lassen Volcanic Park (scenic drive to Lake Helen) Day 3: Susanville – scenic drive through the park via the South Entrance, points of interest, and hikes Day 4: Susanville – Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes hike Day 5: Susanville – Warner Valley (hikes) Day 6: South Lake Tahoe Day 7: South Lake Tahoe Day 8: Mammoth Lake Day 9: Mammoth Lake Day 10: El Portal via Tioga Road Day 11: El Portal Day 12: El Portal Day 13: Oakhurst Day 14: Miramonte Day 15: Three Rivers Day 16: Three Rivers Day 17: Coalinga Day 18: Monterey Day 19: Monterey Day 20: San Francisco Day 21: San Francisco Day 22: Departure
For hikes in Lassen Volcanic Park, I’ve planned: Bumpass Hell, Cold Boiling Lake (Day 2) Paradise Meadow (maybe not going all the way), Devastated Area, and the loop around Reflection and Manzanita Lakes (Day 3) Cinder Cone and Painted Dunes (Day 4) Devil’s Kitchen and Boiling Spring Lake (Day 5)
I’ve read there are trails to access the trailheads for Cinder Cone (11 km) and Warner Valley. Are these easy trails for an SUV? Are there any other must-see spots or things we shouldn’t miss?
That’s where I’m at for now. Thanks for your replies, and have a great evening! Marcalamar 🙂
Here's a tip for future visitors!
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
https://www.foxnews.com/travel/3-national-parks-slash-red-tape-americans-boldly-transforming-visitor-entry
Hi everyone,
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
I’m a total USA addict. I’ve already done several road trips, including the East Coast and West Coast. I’m here today because I’m planning to go back for another road trip on the West Coast. Possibly with one of my sisters and a couple of friends. It’s still just a plan for now, but I’m working on an itinerary in the meantime. Ideally, I’d leave in 2026, but I don’t have the exact dates yet—maybe April-May or September-October. My last trip to the West Coast was in September 2014. We went for 2 weeks, but this time it’d be 3 weeks. What made me want to go back was simply a colleague who just left today. As I’m writing this, he’s on the plane. I’m so happy for him, but now all I can think about is going back.
Since I recently went to NY, I noticed that prices have really gone up. I assume the same is true for the West Coast? For 2 people over 3 weeks, what budget should I expect? We’re the type to watch our spending and find great tips. I think we’ll arrive in San Francisco like the first time and leave from either Los Angeles or Las Vegas.
Thanks to everyone for your advice and help.
Thanks for advising me on the booking—should I reserve a room in the hotel or go for a cabin for the best view?
Should I get breakfast or not?
What do you think of the restaurant?
Hello, if the off-the-beaten-path enthusiasts are still around 😉, I’d love some info on tackling these trails. I’m not super familiar with the rules, risks, or what to expect—I’m looking for firsthand experience from folks who’ve done it on their own once or multiple times.
Hi everyone!
I’m planning a week-long family trip to NYC in October 2026. The focus is on museums and soaking up the New York vibe. I’ve been checking Airbnb, but the prices in Manhattan are through the roof. Since I don’t know NYC well, is it "wise" to look outside Manhattan? Any neighborhoods you’d recommend?
Hello,
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
After our first trip to the West, we’d love to go back to see other must-see spots!
The stay would be from May 11 to 20, 2026—it’s short, but hey...
M11: Lyon to Las Vegas (overnight in Vegas) T12: Route 66 – overnight in Grand Canyon (GC) W13: Visit GC – overnight in Page Th14: Visit Antelope Canyon / Horseshoe Bend – overnight in Monument Valley (MV) F15: Visit MV – overnight in Moab Sa16: Visit Arches / Dead Horse Point – overnight in Bryce Su17: Visit Bryce – overnight in Zion M18: Visit Zion / Valley of Fire – overnight in Vegas Tu19: Return flight
What do you think? Could we add one more night somewhere? We’re not big hikers, so we’ll mostly explore the parks using shuttles.
Also, we’re all set—passports are good. Do you think one classic Visa card and one premium Visa card will be enough for coverage?
Thanks so much for your feedback, and happy holidays!
Christophe
Hi North America forum crew,
Just a little post that might interest some of you:
Travelers to the United States | Photo Now Mandatory Upon Entry and Exit | La Presse
Hi everyone.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
I assume many of you already know, but the America the Beautiful annual pass, which was $80, will increase to $250 starting January 1, 2026.
So if you're planning to travel before the end of December 2026, it's in your best interest to buy your pass in December 2025, since it will still cost $80 and be valid until the end of December 2026 if you purchase it in December 2025.
This price increase only applies to non-U.S. residents.
Additionally, for those who planned to visit just one park, a $100 surcharge per person will apply to access a list of 11 national parks... For example, if there are 4 of you in a car, you’ll have to pay $35 + $400, which comes to $435 to visit one of the 11 parks on the list (I don’t have all of them... Bryce, Zion, Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Teton, etc.). Total madness.
The goal is to push people who only visit one park into buying the annual pass.
Last point: free entry days are over for non-residents!
That’s all for now.
Hi everyone, I’m traveling to Los Angeles and would like to rent a vehicle at the airport. However, I have a Boursobank Ultim deferred debit card, so I’d love to know if it’s possible for those who’ve experienced this recently. Thanks for the info!
Hi VF community,
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
I’m planning a week in S.F. in April 2026 and I can’t figure out how to tell the cable cars—of which I understand there are three lines—apart from the trams, which I think number seven. I can’t find their individual numbers or routes anywhere.
Could someone shed some light on this for me? Thanks in advance.
Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a wonderful 2026 full of amazing travels. Cheers, Régine
Hi,
I’m planning a road trip through the American national parks starting from Denver in June 2026.
The price of the pass is jumping from 80 € to 250 € on January 1st, 2026!!!
Is it possible to buy the pass online before the end of the year to lock in the 80 € rate? If so, where and how do I go about it?
Thanks for your tips.
Arnale
Hi there,
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
I’m planning a road trip for July 2026 in northern Florida. Could you let me know if my itinerary makes sense? Day 1: Orlando Day 2: Amelia Island Day 3: Amelia Island Day 4: Tallahassee Day 5: Panama City Beach Day 6: Panama City Beach (visit to Destin) Day 7: Crystal River (stop in Cedar Key on the way) Day 8: Crystal River Day 9: Anna Maria (stop in Clearwater) Day 10: Anna Maria (St. Pete) Day 11: Anna Maria Day 12: Orlando Day 13: Orlando Day 14: Orlando Day 15: Departure
Thanks in advance for your tips!
Hey everyone!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!
We just finished 9 days in the American West and wanted to share our experience because we had an amazing time.
I know some of you might ask, why use an agency? Honestly, we didn’t really feel like doing all the driving and planning, especially since we didn’t know the area at all. And since our English isn’t great, having French-speaking guides was a big comfort.
We found Emmanuelle and Isabelle, and wow, they were fantastic. It was just the two of us with them, so it was a truly VIP, ultra-personalized experience. They treated us like royalty from start to finish. These two live in Las Vegas and know the region like the back of their hand. They told us they’ve spent over 15 years exploring every corner of the American West, and it really shows. Their knowledge of geology, park history, and local anecdotes is just impressive. It’s nothing like someone reciting a memorized script. They answer all your questions and really adapt to what you want to see or do.
What we really loved: the vehicle was super comfortable, and the little details made a difference—like snacks and even a homemade cake! Though, to be fair, we devoured the cake right away, so that counts.
Since they know the sites inside out, they took us at the right times to avoid crowds. So we could enjoy peaceful picnics at Grand Canyon viewpoints without being packed in with 200 people. Plus, on top of the must-see spots, they showed us some hidden gems that were absolutely stunning—places we never would’ve found on our own. They’re true locals who know all the best tips.
The service was really personalized. They adapted to our pace and preferences, and we could stop whenever we wanted to take photos. It’s the luxury of being in a small private group—you’re not just a number on a big bus. In short, we really felt like we were traveling with friends rather than professional guides. Everything’s included in the price (hotel pickup, meals, park entries, etc.), so the value for money is fair.
We loved it so much that we’re already planning to come back next year to explore other areas with them. I think we’ve caught the American West bug—it’s all we can think about, and we can’t wait to return.
If you’re looking for a French-speaking tour with real personalized service and guides who know the region like no one else, we highly recommend them. We had unforgettable moments. They also design road trips for those who don’t want a guide. And they handled our hotel reservations in Las Vegas too. If you want genuine advice from friendly locals, we’re giving them a 200% recommendation!