Voyage dans l'ouest des USA au printemps 2014
by Afouma44
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
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Je fais appel aux conseils avisés des membres du Forum pour préparer le voyage dans l'ouest des USA que je projette de faire en louant une voiture au printemps 2014
préliminaires
Nous partons à deux (mon épouse 67 ans et moi 69 ans) un seul conducteur
nous désirons centrer le voyage sur les espaces naturels de l'Utah et de l'Arizona et passer quelques jours à Las Vegas
Nous voulons eviter de faire de longue journée de routes
Nos capacités en randonnées pedestres sont limitées ( 10 klm au plus sans dénivellé significatif)
Nous hésitons sur le choix de l'aeroport de depart et de retour (Salt lake city, las Vegas, phoenix, Los Angeles..?)sachant que nous voudrions un vol direct et que nous redoutons d'affronter les difficultés d'orientation et de circulation en voiture à Los Angeles ou Phoenix- qu'en est il exactement ?)
itinéraire envisagé
1. Aeroport de départ ?
2. Arizona(Route 66 avec 1 nuit kingman ou williams)
3. grandcanyon rive sud ( 2 nuits)
4. Page( 2 nuits)
5. Monumentsvalley ( 1 nuit au view hotel)
6. Moab( 4 nuits, le Red cliffs lodge est éloigné de la ville ne vaut il pas mieux résider dans le centre de Moab ?)
7. Torrey(1 nuit)
8. BryceCanyon (2 nuits)
9. LasVegas ( 4 nuits)
10. Aeroport de retour ?
Il me serait agréable de recevoir vos suggestions sur les aeroports de départ et de retour ainsi que vos petits trucs ou pieges pour touristes àéviter
Hello,
Pour préparer votre voyage, je vs invite à lire ts les liens déjà cités ds ce post http://voyageforum.com/...post=6100459#6100459: en plus d'idées pour construire un itinéraire, vs y trouverez tt ce qu'il faut faire ou ne pas faire pour réussir son voyage et ttes les infos concernant la visite des parcs nationaux .
Pour préparer votre voyage, je vs invite à lire ts les liens déjà cités ds ce post http://voyageforum.com/...post=6100459#6100459: en plus d'idées pour construire un itinéraire, vs y trouverez tt ce qu'il faut faire ou ne pas faire pour réussir son voyage et ttes les infos concernant la visite des parcs nationaux .
Ouest USA 2009 https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=2800143#2800143
5ème trip USA, 09/2013 https://voyageforum.com/v.f?post=6186946#6186946
Hello
Si vous souhaitez des vols directs à l'aller et au retour au départ de Paris, il faudra envisager de faire une boucle autour de Salt Lake City (via Delta Airlines) en faisant par exemple ceci:
Arrivée Salt Lake Moab - Arches + Canyonlands + Dead Horse Point Monument Valley Page (Antelope Canyon + Horseshoe Bend + Lac Powell) Grand Canyon South Route 66 entre Seligman et Kingman Las Vegas Valley Of Fire Zion Bryce Canyon Route 12 Capitol Reef Retour Salt Lake
@++
Si vous souhaitez des vols directs à l'aller et au retour au départ de Paris, il faudra envisager de faire une boucle autour de Salt Lake City (via Delta Airlines) en faisant par exemple ceci:
Arrivée Salt Lake Moab - Arches + Canyonlands + Dead Horse Point Monument Valley Page (Antelope Canyon + Horseshoe Bend + Lac Powell) Grand Canyon South Route 66 entre Seligman et Kingman Las Vegas Valley Of Fire Zion Bryce Canyon Route 12 Capitol Reef Retour Salt Lake
@++
Bonjour,
Au vu de votre circuit, l'aéroport d'arrivée idéal est LAS VEGAS.
Pour un vol direct, il faut passer par LONDRES avec British Airways.
Il faudra donc rejoindre LONDRES. Mais, à moins que vous n'habitiez en région parisienne, cela revient au même car vous auriez du rejoindre ROISSY pour prendre un direct Salt Lake City ou Los Angeles, qui sont quand même très éloignés (minimum 7 à 8 heures de route) des points de départ et de retour de votre circuit.
Quant au circuit, c'est parfait eu égard à vos souhaits........... à condition de démarrer et repartir de Las Vegas.
Quant aux "trucs ou pièges à touristes à éviter", à quel niveau (hôtels, restaurants, lieux à visiter...).
Une précision sur la nuit de votre première étape : WILLIAMS (au lieu de Kingman), ce qui vous rapproche de Grand Canyon.
Jean-Jacques
L'aeroport de Las Vegas, c'est sur. Votre parcours me parait tres bien, pas trop charge comme le font beaucoup de touristes. C'est bien de mettre la visite de Las Vegas a la fin, car vous souffrirez du decalage horaire (vous aurez envie de dormir a 19h deja). Pour les premiers jours, profitez du decalage horaire pour voir le lever du soleil au Grand Canyon, par exemple.
4 nuits a Vegas a la fin, c'est un peu beaucoup? pourquoi ne pas faire une nuit a Zion avant d'y arriver. Ou alors, envisagez de passer une journee de visite de la Vallee Morte (Death Valley).
4 nuits a Vegas a la fin, c'est un peu beaucoup? pourquoi ne pas faire une nuit a Zion avant d'y arriver. Ou alors, envisagez de passer une journee de visite de la Vallee Morte (Death Valley).
Hello
Salt Lake City n'est pas éloigné de la boucle:
Salt Lake City - Moab c'est 376km faisable en 3h45 Capitol Reef - Salt Lake c'est 343km en 3h26
Loin des 7 à 8h de route que tu annonces 😉 mais bien sûr il faut bien commencer par Moab et finir par Capitol Reef sur un tel circuit au départ de Salt Lake (ou inversement) 😉
En plus c'est un petit aéroport comparé à Las Vegas ou Los Angeles, le centre de location de voiture est à 50m de la sortie du terminal des vols internationaux, pas besoin de prendre de navette donc.
Salt Lake City n'est pas éloigné de la boucle:
Salt Lake City - Moab c'est 376km faisable en 3h45 Capitol Reef - Salt Lake c'est 343km en 3h26
Loin des 7 à 8h de route que tu annonces 😉 mais bien sûr il faut bien commencer par Moab et finir par Capitol Reef sur un tel circuit au départ de Salt Lake (ou inversement) 😉
En plus c'est un petit aéroport comparé à Las Vegas ou Los Angeles, le centre de location de voiture est à 50m de la sortie du terminal des vols internationaux, pas besoin de prendre de navette donc.
Bonjour,
C'était juste pour coller au circuit original.
Pourquoi en changer alors que celui prévu est parfait et a dû être quelque peu réfléchi? Et que LAS VEGAS paraît un incontournable (c'est peu de le dire) pour eux.
De plus commencer par MOAB et finir par CAPITOL REEF + venir de et rejoindre SLC augmentera le kilométrage global (avec 7 heures de plus - 7 à 8 heures c'était en effet depuis LAS VEGAS - Je l'ai fait au mois de Juin pour un concert à SLC avant de rejoindre MOAB).
Jean-Jacques
C'était juste pour coller au circuit original.
regarde le circuit que j'ai posté plus haut, il reprend tous les sites qu'ils souhaitent voir, je ne vois pas la problème de commencer par un endroit plutôt qu'un autre 😉
Pourquoi en changer
bah je n'ai rien changé, ni enlevé, ni rajouté!
Et que LAS VEGAS paraît un incontournable (c'est peu de le dire) pour eux.
mon circuit passe par Las Vegas, ils pourront y passer leurs 4 nuits s'ils le veulent!
Et puis pourquoi ne pas prendre en compte le fait qu'ils veulent un vol sans escale 😉? Je pense depuis Paris puisqu'ils ne l'ont pas précisé.
De plus commencer par MOAB et finir par CAPITOL REEF + venir de et rejoindre SLC augmentera le kilométrage global (avec 7 heures de plus - 7 à 8 heures c'était en effet depuis LAS VEGAS - Je l'ai fait au mois de Juin pour un concert à SLC avant de rejoindre MOAB).
ok donc petite simulation
Vegas - Grand Canyon etc... - Vegas: 2045km - 22h38 Salt Lake - Moab - etc... - Capitol Reef - Salt Lake: 2515km - 27h Source Google Maps 🙂 Donc en gros 4h30 de route en plus en effet (mais pas 7 à 8h 😉). Reste à voir si le confort d'un vol direct depuis Paris et le fait d'arriver dans un petit aéroport où il est très facile de se repérer et où il n'y a pas à faire la queue au comptoir de l'agence de location de véhicule est plus important ou pas pour eux.
@++
regarde le circuit que j'ai posté plus haut, il reprend tous les sites qu'ils souhaitent voir, je ne vois pas la problème de commencer par un endroit plutôt qu'un autre 😉
Pourquoi en changer
bah je n'ai rien changé, ni enlevé, ni rajouté!
Et que LAS VEGAS paraît un incontournable (c'est peu de le dire) pour eux.
mon circuit passe par Las Vegas, ils pourront y passer leurs 4 nuits s'ils le veulent!
Et puis pourquoi ne pas prendre en compte le fait qu'ils veulent un vol sans escale 😉? Je pense depuis Paris puisqu'ils ne l'ont pas précisé.
De plus commencer par MOAB et finir par CAPITOL REEF + venir de et rejoindre SLC augmentera le kilométrage global (avec 7 heures de plus - 7 à 8 heures c'était en effet depuis LAS VEGAS - Je l'ai fait au mois de Juin pour un concert à SLC avant de rejoindre MOAB).
ok donc petite simulation
Vegas - Grand Canyon etc... - Vegas: 2045km - 22h38 Salt Lake - Moab - etc... - Capitol Reef - Salt Lake: 2515km - 27h Source Google Maps 🙂 Donc en gros 4h30 de route en plus en effet (mais pas 7 à 8h 😉). Reste à voir si le confort d'un vol direct depuis Paris et le fait d'arriver dans un petit aéroport où il est très facile de se repérer et où il n'y a pas à faire la queue au comptoir de l'agence de location de véhicule est plus important ou pas pour eux.
@++
L'aeroport de Las Vegas, c'est sur. Votre parcours me parait tres bien, pas trop charge comme le font beaucoup de touristes. C'est bien de mettre la visite de Las Vegas a la fin, car vous souffrirez du decalage horaire (vous aurez envie de dormir a 19h deja). Pour les premiers jours, profitez du decalage horaire pour voir le lever du soleil au Grand Canyon, par exemple.
4 nuits a Vegas a la fin, c'est un peu beaucoup? pourquoi ne pas faire une nuit a Zion avant d'y arriver. Ou alors, envisagez de passer une journee de visite de la Vallee Morte (Death Valley).
Merci pour votre conseil, Pour Las vegas je prévois de voir trois ou quatre spectacles. 4 nuits c'est trois jours complets dont une journée pour recuperer de notre itinéraire d'une quinzaine de jour et une journée pour préparer notre retour (si vous connaissiez mon epouse vous comprendriez) En fait nous sommes déjà aller dans l'ouest des USA avec le voyagiste Kuoni, ce qui nous a laissé un gout assez amer d'inachevé c'est pourquoi nous voulons tenter l'aventure individuelle. Nous voulons limiter notre périple à 3 semaines donc nous écartons des endroits comme la vallée de la mort (long à traverser ) pour privilégier la région de Moab que je veux absolument visiter (j'espere pourvoir y faire un peu de VTT). Zion nous y passerons mais comme je l'ai dit pour les randonnées pédestres nous sommes physiquement limités et je prefere me concentrer sur des ballades dans Bryce Canyon
4 nuits a Vegas a la fin, c'est un peu beaucoup? pourquoi ne pas faire une nuit a Zion avant d'y arriver. Ou alors, envisagez de passer une journee de visite de la Vallee Morte (Death Valley).
Merci pour votre conseil, Pour Las vegas je prévois de voir trois ou quatre spectacles. 4 nuits c'est trois jours complets dont une journée pour recuperer de notre itinéraire d'une quinzaine de jour et une journée pour préparer notre retour (si vous connaissiez mon epouse vous comprendriez) En fait nous sommes déjà aller dans l'ouest des USA avec le voyagiste Kuoni, ce qui nous a laissé un gout assez amer d'inachevé c'est pourquoi nous voulons tenter l'aventure individuelle. Nous voulons limiter notre périple à 3 semaines donc nous écartons des endroits comme la vallée de la mort (long à traverser ) pour privilégier la région de Moab que je veux absolument visiter (j'espere pourvoir y faire un peu de VTT). Zion nous y passerons mais comme je l'ai dit pour les randonnées pédestres nous sommes physiquement limités et je prefere me concentrer sur des ballades dans Bryce Canyon
Bonjour,
Au vu de votre circuit, l'aéroport d'arrivée idéal est LAS VEGAS.
Pour un vol direct, il faut passer par LONDRES avec British Airways.
Il faudra donc rejoindre LONDRES. Mais, à moins que vous n'habitiez en région parisienne, cela revient au même car vous auriez du rejoindre ROISSY pour prendre un direct Salt Lake City ou Los Angeles, qui sont quand même très éloignés (minimum 7 à 8 heures de route) des points de départ et de retour de votre circuit.
Quant au circuit, c'est parfait eu égard à vos souhaits........... à condition de démarrer et repartir de Las Vegas.
Quant aux "trucs ou pièges à touristes à éviter", à quel niveau (hôtels, restaurants, lieux à visiter...).
Une précision sur la nuit de votre première étape : WILLIAMS (au lieu de Kingman), ce qui vous rapproche de Grand Canyon.
Jean-Jacques
Merci pour le conseil du depart par Londres, que nous pourrions rejoindre de Nice puisque nous habitons à Cannes
Merci pour le conseil du depart par Londres, que nous pourrions rejoindre de Nice puisque nous habitons à Cannes
Bonsoir,
Alors ce sera simple par British Airways.
Voyez s'il y a un vol de Nice à Londres vers 11 heures.
Il vous permettra de prendre à Heathrow le vol de 16 h 45 qui arrive à Las Vegas à 19 h 15.
Le départ pour LV est du terminal 5. L'arrivée de France se fait au terminal 1, mais la navette est rapide entre les deux terminaux. Un délai arrivée - départ d'environ 2 heures (à peine) est largement suffisant.
Vous avez bien raison concernant MOAB (j'y ai passé encore 8 jours cette année). Du VTT certes......... mais c'est hard. il y a également de superbes pistes pour jeep et quad.
A votre dispositions pour tous renseignements.
Cordialement.
Jean-Jacques
Hello
Si vous souhaitez des vols directs à l'aller et au retour au départ de Paris, il faudra envisager de faire une boucle autour de Salt Lake City (via Delta Airlines) en faisant par exemple ceci:
Arrivée Salt Lake Moab - Arches + Canyonlands + Dead Horse Point Monument Valley Page(Antelope Canyon + Horseshoe Bend + Lac Powell) Grand Canyon South Route 66 entre Seligman et Kingman Las Vegas Valley Of Fire Zion Bryce Canyon Route 12 Capitol Reef Retour Salt Lake
@++
merci pour l'idée de cette boucle à partir de SLC mais après avoir regarder les possibilités de vols intérieurs je pense m'orienter vers ceci Vol paris à SLC 2 nuits à SLC - prise de la voiture de location route vers Bryce canyon avec un arret d'une nuit entre SLC et Bryce (nous voulons limiter nos journées de route à 3/ 4 heures de conduite) 2 nuits à Bryce canyon route vers capitol reef par l'UT12 et une nuit à Torrey route vers Moab et 4 nuits à Moab (pour faire les parcs et un peu de Vélo, je rêve de faire la scenic drive d'arches en velo) route à Monument valley et une nuit au view hotel route vers Page et 2 nuits à page route vers la rive sud du grand canyon et 2 nuits à proximité route vers Kingman et une nuit à Kingman route vers las Vegas et 3/4 nuits à Las vegas (on rends la voiture de location) vol interieur de las vegas à los angeles (apparamment un vol toutes les heures à bon prix) vol de los angeles à paris après éventuellement une nuit à Los Angeles
Si vous souhaitez des vols directs à l'aller et au retour au départ de Paris, il faudra envisager de faire une boucle autour de Salt Lake City (via Delta Airlines) en faisant par exemple ceci:
Arrivée Salt Lake Moab - Arches + Canyonlands + Dead Horse Point Monument Valley Page(Antelope Canyon + Horseshoe Bend + Lac Powell) Grand Canyon South Route 66 entre Seligman et Kingman Las Vegas Valley Of Fire Zion Bryce Canyon Route 12 Capitol Reef Retour Salt Lake
@++
merci pour l'idée de cette boucle à partir de SLC mais après avoir regarder les possibilités de vols intérieurs je pense m'orienter vers ceci Vol paris à SLC 2 nuits à SLC - prise de la voiture de location route vers Bryce canyon avec un arret d'une nuit entre SLC et Bryce (nous voulons limiter nos journées de route à 3/ 4 heures de conduite) 2 nuits à Bryce canyon route vers capitol reef par l'UT12 et une nuit à Torrey route vers Moab et 4 nuits à Moab (pour faire les parcs et un peu de Vélo, je rêve de faire la scenic drive d'arches en velo) route à Monument valley et une nuit au view hotel route vers Page et 2 nuits à page route vers la rive sud du grand canyon et 2 nuits à proximité route vers Kingman et une nuit à Kingman route vers las Vegas et 3/4 nuits à Las vegas (on rends la voiture de location) vol interieur de las vegas à los angeles (apparamment un vol toutes les heures à bon prix) vol de los angeles à paris après éventuellement une nuit à Los Angeles
Bonsoir,
Alors ce sera simple par British Airways.
Voyez s'il y a un vol de Nice à Londres vers 11 heures.
Il vous permettra de prendre à Heathrow le vol de 16 h 45 qui arrive à Las Vegas à 19 h 15.
Le départ pour LV est du terminal 5. L'arrivée de France se fait au terminal 1, mais la navette est rapide entre les deux terminaux. Un délai arrivée - départ d'environ 2 heures (à peine) est largement suffisant.
Vous avez bien raison concernant MOAB (j'y ai passé encore 8 jours cette année). Du VTT certes......... mais c'est hard. il y a également de superbes pistes pour jeep et quad.
A votre dispositions pour tous renseignements.
Cordialement.
Jean-Jacques
oui je sait le VVT à Moab çà peut être extreme , j'ai vu plusieurs vidéo des trails et j'ai consulté leur profil que l'on peut trouver en cherchant sur les sites de Moab. en plus il y a l'exposition au Soleil donc trop hard pour un vieux comme moi mais comme mon rêve et de faire du vélo à Moab je prendrai l'un guide et me contenterai d'un parcours sans stress et risque (peut etre la scenic drive d'arches, qu'en pensez vous ?)
oui je sait le VVT à Moab çà peut être extreme , j'ai vu plusieurs vidéo des trails et j'ai consulté leur profil que l'on peut trouver en cherchant sur les sites de Moab. en plus il y a l'exposition au Soleil donc trop hard pour un vieux comme moi mais comme mon rêve et de faire du vélo à Moab je prendrai l'un guide et me contenterai d'un parcours sans stress et risque (peut etre la scenic drive d'arches, qu'en pensez vous ?)
La scenic drive d'Arches ne doit pas être bien passionnante en VTT. De mémoire il ne me semble pas y avoir rencontré des VTT.
Et il y quelques endroits où ça monte pas mal.
Il vaut mieux se motoriser (quad par exemple) et faire d'autres pistes (une superbe au hasard Hurrah Pass et Chicken Corners)
Jean-Jacques
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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!
Hello,
I’m currently looking for well-located hotels near points of interest in the cities below. I’ve found a few, but the prices are really high. Could any of you share some great addresses in the following cities? - Los Angeles - Las Vegas - San Francisco
Also, do you have a preferred airline for domestic flights? If so, which one?
Thanks so much, and have a great day, everyone!
Gertjan
I’m currently looking for well-located hotels near points of interest in the cities below. I’ve found a few, but the prices are really high. Could any of you share some great addresses in the following cities? - Los Angeles - Las Vegas - San Francisco
Also, do you have a preferred airline for domestic flights? If so, which one?
Thanks so much, and have a great day, everyone!
Gertjan




