bonjour je compte partir fin juin en famille faire un circuit dans l'ouest je voudrais avoir vos conseils sur ma premiere ebauche: arrivée san francisco 5 jours et 4 nuits, yosemite 1 nuit, mammoth lakes 1 nuit, death valley 1nuit, las vegas 2nuits, zion 1 nuit, bryce canyon 1 nuit, 1 nuit capitol reef, moab 2 nuits, monument valley 1 nuit, lake powell (page) 1 nuit, grand canyon 1 nuit apres je ne sais pas ou on pourrait faire un ou deux stop sympas pour 1 ou 2 nuit pour relier grand canyon a los angeles .voila j'attends vos commentaires en sachant que pour mon circuit je n'ai inscrit que les nuits de chaque etape car je voudrai les reserver au plus vite car je voudrais dormir directement sur les parcs et ensuite je verrai pour les visites . merci d'avance
Peut être une nuit de trop sur SF.
Yosemite, il faut rajouter une nuit car tu vas arriver en début d'AM de SF et tu n'auras pas le temps de faire grand chose et cela serait dommage.
La nuit sur Mammoth Lakes n'est pas obligatoire car la route de Yosemite à Death Valley peut se faire dans la journée (je viens de la faire en août).
Si tu peux mettre une journée de plus à Moab cela sera parfait surtout que la nuit sur Page n'est pas obligatoire. Pas grand chose à faire sur Powell Lake si tu ne fais pas de bateau, surtout en moins d'une journée. Par contre il faut faire le stop sur Antelope Canyon avant Page en venant de MV et également après Page le Horseshoe Bend en remontant sur Grand Canyon. Pour le reste à toi de voir.
je vous remercie tous les 3, encore quelques questions c'est sympa de me proposer canyon de chelly mais est ce que ca va pas me faire un trop grand detour pour ensuite redessendre a LA .sinon peut etre la solution d'aller jusqu'a phoenix et de prendre un avion pour LA? sinon je vais ecouter tes conseils vilcanota et je vais rajouter 1 nuit sur yosemite retirer mammoth lakes et ajouter 1 nuit moab par contre tu me conseilles 2 sites sur la route de monument valley a grand canyon penses tu que c'est faisable dans la journée en sachant tout de meme que nous voyageons avec 2 enfants .
Si tu tiens compte des remarques précédentes, ton circuit tient la route....
On a fait à peu près le même cet été (dans l'autre sens)....tu peux voir le compte rendu via mon profil.
Le seul "problème" c'est que tes enfants sont assez jeunes (enfin plus que les miens), donc tu dois y penser....Il faut qu'ils tiennent le coup avec la chaleur (je sais tu habites Nice, mais crois moi, il fait très chaud : on a souffert cet été...et pourtant on habite au sud...même si c'est au nord pour toi !!), les kilomètres, les randonnées....
Pour les vols, réserve le plus tôt possible.
Bonne soirée.
La plus perdue des journées est celle où l'on n'a pas ri.
voila j'ai tourné dans tout les sens et en tenant compte de toute la famille(2 adl+2enf) j'ai enfin un circuit
sous les yeux je compte sur vous pour me donner votre avis donc:
arrivée sf (nous serons logés)
yosemite(2nuits)
death valley (1nuit)
las vegas (2 nuits)
zion (1nuit)
bryce canyon (1nuit)
torrey (1 nuit)
moab (3 nuits)
durango (2 nuits 1jour pour le train )
cortez mesa verde (1 nuit)
monument valley (1 nuit)
page (1 nuit)
grand canyon (1 nuit)
GC - los angeles (soir arrivée LA)
c'est un chouette circuit à faire et que j'ai fais plus ou moins en 2004 et j'en garde un très bon souvenir (surtout San Francisco, Zion Canyon et Bryce Canyon). Mais ne rajouteriez-vous pas une escale entre le grand canyon et Los Angeles? C'est une sacrée distance. Nous perso nous avions passé une nuit à Phoenix histoire de couper le trajet. D'autant plus que sur le chemin il n'y a rien de vraiment intéressant à voir (excepté les paysages exceptionnels). En tout cas je pense qu'une nuit de repos à Phoenix peut être assez agréable sourtout avec des enfants.
Il est bien ton projet !! Tu vas vraiment en profitter !!!
Tu peux couper la route en 2 entre leGc et LA, mais il n'y a pas vraiment graznd chose à faire, excepté un arrêt vers Kingman pour la route 66, mais Kingman, c'est vraiment.... mort...
En réalité je ne connais pas du tout Laughlin ... nous ce que nous avions fait c'est Grand Canyon jusqu'à Phoenix (360 kms) et le lendemain Phoenix - LA (640 kms). C'est un long trajet ... surtout en fin de vacances ... et c'est pourquoi l'agence nous avait conseillé de couper avec l'escale à Phoenix.
Voilà je ne sais pas t'aider plus que ça et j'espère que vous passerez un super moment dans l'ouest américain ... de toute façon il ne peut pas en être autrement car c'est une superbe région et chaque jour nous étions émerveillés.
merci a tout les deux, dit moi fred je voudrais avoir ton avis pour phoenix c'est bien ! car peut etre je pourrais trouver un vol pas cher via LA ca m'eviterai la route qui est apparament penible.
Et bien voilà ce programme ficelé et visiblement il fait l'unanimité, ne reste plus qu'à patienter jusqu'au départ 😉
Pense à ce que je t'ai dit en MP sur la Scénic Drive, FredXIII pourra t'en dire aussi que du bien. N'hésite pas pour les stops qui vont bien entre Bryce et capitole Reef.
En réalité nous n'avons pas visité Phoenix, nous étions CREVE lol ... nous sommes parti assez tard du Grand Canyon et sommes arrivés à l'hotel à Phoenix en début de soirée.
A première vue Phoenix n'a pas l'air très intéressant, mais bon il faut dire aussi qu'après notre séjour (Yosemite, Zion Canyon, Brice Canyon, Red Canyon, ... bref plein de super endroits) une ville comme Phoenix nous semblait un peu ennuyeuse.
Sinon le trajet Pheonix - Los Angeles est monotone ... toujours ces longues freeways interminables et en plus sur ce trajet c'est essentiellement des camions que tu vas croiser. Mais bon la conduite aux USA est tellement sympa.
Attention aussi aux petitx tourbillonx qui apparaissent sans prévenir dans la région de Phoenix ... c'est assez impressionnant quand tout d'un coup il traverse la chaussée devant toi LOL mais bon pas de panique ce n'est jamais qu'un coup de vent 😉
Mais encore une fois c'est un super voyage que tu vas faire ... moi depuis que je suis rentré je rêve d'y retourner.
Phoenix est une ville assez récente, construite en plein désert pour y accueillir des congrès. Elle est assez plutôt agréable, c'est l'une des villes les plus chaudes des Etats Unis, la température peut atteindre 50° l'été.
Pour ton circuit, la distance entre Grand Canyon et LA me semble difficile à faire sur une journée.
La route la plus directe Grand Canyon -Laughlin (420 km) puis Laughlin - LA (490 km)
Ton idée de prendre un vol Phoenix - LA est sans doute la meilleure solution.
Chelly
"Tout le monde a raison et de tant de raisons naîtront d'autres raisons" Pablo Neruda
j'ai fait un deuxieme circuit et je voudrais avoir votre avis en sachant q'au debut j'avais envie de visite yellowstone donc: san francisco en avion via las vegas (2 nuits las vegas)
zion ( 1 nuit)
bryce (1 nuit)
page (1 nuit)
monument valley (1 nuit )
durango (pour le petit tarain 2 nuit)
cortez mesa verde ( 1 nuit )
moab (2 nuits )
salt lake city ( 1 nuit )
jackson hole ( 1 nuit )
yellowstone ( 3 nuits )
cody ( 1 nuit)
bozeman (1 nuit)
vol bozeman via los angeles
j'ai trouvé les vols interieur pas trop cher au depart de bozeman
voila j'attens vos commentaires.
Une petite question concernant le canyon de Chelly... Nous voudrions y aller..
La veille nous allons coucher à Mexican Hat : prévoyons de faire le matin Monument Valley ou bien Valley of Gods (en fonction de ce que nous aurons eu le temps de faire la veille : Moab - Mexican Hat via Needles et soit Valley of Gods, soit Monument valley sur le soir) et ensuite de prendre la route pour Chelly.
Est-il possible de faire la corniche pour Spider Rock + la ballade de White House dans l'après midi (Trop chaud ??? fin juin 2008) et ensuite de faire la route pour coucher à Holbrook ??
Nous aurions voulu coucher vers le Canyon de Chelly, mais vu que le lendemain, nous avons une grosse étape de route (route 66 et coucher à Laughlin), on voudrait s'avancer et coucher à Holbrook pour que l'étape soit moins longue...
Vous aurez certainement le temps d'aller a Spider Rock. Quant a la ballade de White House, peut-etre. Mais probablement, il fera assez chaud. Ma visite etait en mai dans le matin, et il faisait chaud. Mais je dirais que Spider Rock et incontournable--mais pas la ballade White House. On peut aussi descendre dans le canyon en jeep, mais seulement avec un guide Navajo. Des amis ont fait ca et m'ont dit que c'etait fantastique (mais ils n'avaient pas fait la ballade)
Holbrook et pleine de motels tres bon marches. (J'ai paye $22) On trouve des motels la-bas au bord de 2 routes differentes. Les nouveaux et plus chers se trouvent pres du carrefour entre la route 77 et l'interstate 40. Les anciens sont plutot au bord de l'ancienne route 66 au centre de Holbrook. Quelques restos mexicains sont au centre aussi. Au centre il existe un petit musee gratuit pleine de trucs du 19eme siecle dont le prison du comte.
On fera donc Spider Rock et in fonction du timing et de la chaleur on verra pour White House.... Pour les ballades avec Navajo, j'ai lu sur le guide du routard qu'il faut compter minimum 3 heures, donc pas possible... mais je crois que les points de vue jusqu'à Spider Rock doivent déjà être magnifiques...
Tu te souviens du nom de ton motel ?? Car sur tripadvisor, les critiques sont pas terribles sur Holbrook... On est 2 adultes et 2 enfants : sans rechercher le luxe, on cherche du propre et chambres spacieuses (4 + les bagages.... on prend de la place !!)... Connais tu le Wigman (ou quelque chose comme ça) : c'est des chambres aménagés dans une imitation de tipi indiens.. ca a l'air sympa..
Je ne me souviens plus le nom de mon motel, mais les chambres etait assez petites. Mais il y a beaucoup, beaucoup de motels a Holbrook. Pas loin de mon motel, j'ai vu le tipi motel. Le mot est probablement "wigwam". C'est au bord de l'ancienne route 66 pres du centre de Holbrook. J'ai lu un article recemment, et il semble qu'il ne reste que 4 motels du style tipi aux USA, dont celui-ci a Holbrook. Je viens de trouver un lien (anglais-francais!)
http://www.galerie-kokopelli.com/wigwam/
Oui, les points de vue au bord de la corniche sont magnifiques. Mais le moment que j'ai vu Spider Rock pour la premiere fois, j'etais completement etonne. Je ne comprends pas pourquoi ce parc et cet endroit n'est pas mieux connu.
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Hello! The itinerary is pretty much set for August 2026. Yeah, I know it’s gonna be *super* hot. But it’s the only time we can get away.
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).
Hello everyone! Really damaged due to flooding caused by runoff after forest fires (a total mess!), does anyone in this friendly forum have any updates on the Apache Trail between Apache Junction and Roosevelt Dam? Is there still a section of the road that’s tough to navigate?
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!
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 🙂
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?
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!!
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.
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!
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?
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?
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 🙂
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.
Merci de me conseiller pour la réservation pour la plus belle vue faut il réserver une chambre dans l'hôtel ou choisir une cabane ?
Prendre le petit déjeuner ou pas ?
Que pensez vous du 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?
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!
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
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!
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!
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
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
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!
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?
