Croisière à Chicago
by Alcalain
This discussion is in French, the community’s main language.
Original post
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Bonjour .
Lors de notre prochain séjour à Chicago ( 12 juin /19 juin 2018 ) nous ferons la
"Croisière Architecture River" proposée par Shoreline .
J'aimerai savoir quelle est le meilleur moment de la journée pour la faire .
Merci
Bonjour,
nous l'avons faite le soir, juste avant le coucher du Soleil c'est la meilleure, de mémoire c'est le dernier départ.
Si tu comprends bien l'anglais, le guide n’arrête pas de discourir sur Chicago pour agrémenter le circuit.
Bons Voyages
Bons Voyages
Vis comme tu penses. Sinon tu finiras par penser comme tu vis. Paul Emile Victor.
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Merci de répondre aussi vite .
J'ai une autre question :
d'où vaut il mieux partir ? Michigan Avenue ou Navy Pier .
Perso on a préféré Navy Pier, l'endroit est d'ailleurs très sympa pour se balader avant la visite.
Tu as le BUS 37 qui te dépose juste à l'entrée du Pier avec une superbe ancre au bout du Pier.
Vis comme tu penses. Sinon tu finiras par penser comme tu vis. Paul Emile Victor.
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Ok pour Navy Pier .D'ailleurs c'est ce que je pensais .
Pour ce qui de s'y rendre pas de problème nous irons
à pied car notre hôtel est à 20 minutes de Navy Pier et
seulement 5 minutes de Michigan Avenue .
Merci de tes réponses et si tu as de bons plans nous sommes preneur .
si tu as de bons plans nous sommes preneur.
Tu as :
-La Willis Tower 5 Sears Tower), 412 mètres. 233 S Wacker Dr. (M° Quincy/Wells à 250 m) Monter au sommet de la Willis Tower, c’est un peu comme avoir Chicago à ses pieds. Du haut de ses 103 étages, ce building qui domine la ville offre une vue vertigineuse sur le skyline de Chicago. Et le mot est bien choisit… vous aurez l’occasion d’être perché dans des cubes transparents (totalement vitrés) avec l’étrange impression de marcher dans le vide. On a trouvé que c'était beaucoup plus impressionnant que le plancher de verre de la Freedom Tower de N.Y.
-Dans le Millenium Park tu as souvent des concerts gratuit, voir les jours et horaires.
-Aller photographier le BEAN au lever du Soleil, il n'y a personne mais perso j'ai raté ça
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-La Willis Tower 5 Sears Tower), 412 mètres. 233 S Wacker Dr. (M° Quincy/Wells à 250 m) Monter au sommet de la Willis Tower, c’est un peu comme avoir Chicago à ses pieds. Du haut de ses 103 étages, ce building qui domine la ville offre une vue vertigineuse sur le skyline de Chicago. Et le mot est bien choisit… vous aurez l’occasion d’être perché dans des cubes transparents (totalement vitrés) avec l’étrange impression de marcher dans le vide. On a trouvé que c'était beaucoup plus impressionnant que le plancher de verre de la Freedom Tower de N.Y.
-Dans le Millenium Park tu as souvent des concerts gratuit, voir les jours et horaires.
-Aller photographier le BEAN au lever du Soleil, il n'y a personne mais perso j'ai raté ça
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Bonjour Jpg13. Un peu loin ? Regarde sur google maps 3 itinéraires piétons sont proposés pour aller de l'hôtel River à Navy Pier. 20 minutes de marche c'est même pas le temps que je mets pour aller de chez moi aux halles de Tours . Ce n'est quand même pas la mer à boire et en plus ça me permettra de voir Chicago autrement . Non je garderai les transports en commun pour les destinations plus lointaines .

Bonjour Jpg13. Un peu loin ? Regarde sur google maps 3 itinéraires piétons sont proposés pour aller de l'hôtel River à Navy Pier. 20 minutes de marche c'est même pas le temps que je mets pour aller de chez moi aux halles de Tours . Ce n'est quand même pas la mer à boire et en plus ça me permettra de voir Chicago autrement . Non je garderai les transports en commun pour les destinations plus lointaines .

Bonjour Alain,
Pour semer le doute, je vais bien sûr te donner un avis contraire aux autres !
Pour le lieu de départ : je choisirai Michigan Av. D'abord parce que je n'ai pas trop aimé le Navy Peer et surtout par ce que c'est excentré par rapport à la croisière qui se déroule sur la Chicago River et il faut aussi passer l'écluse. Il y a donc perte de temps et il faudrait savoir comment ils la gèrent. Croisière plus longue (mais il ne semble pas d'après leur site, 75mn dans tous les cas) ou passages plus rapides aux différents endroit ?
Pour l'heure : Je choisirai plutôt en journée car en fin d'après-midi la pénombre tombe vite et on voit moins les détails depuis la rivière. Vu de moi, en fin de journée c'est bien pour le lac avec la vue sur les lumières de la ville, mais moins pour les circuits sur la rivière.
Cordialement, Caussat
Pour semer le doute, je vais bien sûr te donner un avis contraire aux autres !
Pour le lieu de départ : je choisirai Michigan Av. D'abord parce que je n'ai pas trop aimé le Navy Peer et surtout par ce que c'est excentré par rapport à la croisière qui se déroule sur la Chicago River et il faut aussi passer l'écluse. Il y a donc perte de temps et il faudrait savoir comment ils la gèrent. Croisière plus longue (mais il ne semble pas d'après leur site, 75mn dans tous les cas) ou passages plus rapides aux différents endroit ?
Pour l'heure : Je choisirai plutôt en journée car en fin d'après-midi la pénombre tombe vite et on voit moins les détails depuis la rivière. Vu de moi, en fin de journée c'est bien pour le lac avec la vue sur les lumières de la ville, mais moins pour les circuits sur la rivière.
Cordialement, Caussat
Oupsss 😊 Merci d'avoir corrigé. J'ai confondu avec le ponton pour les sorties sur le lac sur le Navy Peer.
Edit : par contre, comme tu le dis, en terme d'environnement, à moins d'être déjà sur place pour visiter le Navy Peer, ce quartier n'a pas de charme pour y aller spécifiquement
Edit : par contre, comme tu le dis, en terme d'environnement, à moins d'être déjà sur place pour visiter le Navy Peer, ce quartier n'a pas de charme pour y aller spécifiquement
Autrement je suis comme toi
Je ne trouve pas un intérêt particulier a navy piers, a part que ca soit un des rares endroits aux Usa ou on ait le droit de boire de l alcool dans la rue
Mais l intérieur a tout ete remanié ce printemps
Faut voir ce sue ca ba ressembler maintenant
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Et bien merci à vous 3 pour vos avis éclairés .
Dès mon retour de Chicago je vous donnerai mon point de vue
sur cette croisière. D'où partir et comment s'y rendre .
A bientôt .
Bonjour .
Me voici de retour de Chicago et comme promis je viens vous livrer mes impressions .
Chicago est une très belle ville et avec mon épouse nous nous sommes régalés .Nous avons eus une semaine de beau temps avec beaucoup de chaleur à tel point que le plan canicule a été déclenché ( 37-38° )
Bon pour en revenir à ce qui nous intéresse nous avons fait la "Croisière Architecturale" en partant de Millénium et effectivement c'est de là qu'il faut partir .Partir de Navy Pier n'apporte rien de plus d'autant plus qu'au retour le bateau va faire demi tour au plus large de la River soit devant l'écluse . Je recommande particulièrement cette croisière elle est superbe et il est dommage d'aller à Chicago est de ne pas la faire .
Pour ce qui est de Navy Pier il faut y aller. Pas pour les boutiques car pas beaucoup d'intérêt mais pour se promener et jouir d'une vue exeptionnelle de la skyline et prendre un peur d'air frais du lac Michigan .Nous voulions voir le feu d'artifice proposé le mercredi et le samedi durant tout l'été .Nous l'avons vu et nous avons été déçu .Il dure 10 minutes et franchement je m'attendais à beaucoup mieux . Un point positif à Navy Pier ? Oui on peut y manger la célèbre pizza Giordano's
Nous l'avons goûté et rien à voir avec les pizzas traditionnelles . Nous avons pris la plus petite des pizzas garnis d'épinards .Il y a quand même 6 parts et pour ceux qui connaissent il faut ne pas avoir mangé depuis des mois pour en venir à bout a 2. Nous ne l'avons donc pas terminé et il nous a été proposé de nous faire un "bag" et nous sommes reparti avec le reliquat .
Pour conclure nous avons beaucoup aimé Chicago .
Je vous joins une photo prise depuis le 18 ème étage de l'hôtel où nous résidions .


Bonjour ,
Merci pour ton retour . Nous partons bientôt sur chicago pour passer 5 jours avec mes 2 enfants . Nous avons pris le pass 5 activités . Nous allons arriver le samedi vers 12h30 , donc je pense sortir de l’aéroport vers 14h30 . après direction hotel dans le centre . Que me conseilles tu de faire le premier jour ? as tu pris les transports en commun pour le transfert aéroport ? je pense prendre la pass transport pour 7 jours de façon à me balader en bus sans contrainte . peut on prendre ce pass à l’aéroport ?
merci pour ton retour .
Merci pour ton retour . Nous partons bientôt sur chicago pour passer 5 jours avec mes 2 enfants . Nous avons pris le pass 5 activités . Nous allons arriver le samedi vers 12h30 , donc je pense sortir de l’aéroport vers 14h30 . après direction hotel dans le centre . Que me conseilles tu de faire le premier jour ? as tu pris les transports en commun pour le transfert aéroport ? je pense prendre la pass transport pour 7 jours de façon à me balader en bus sans contrainte . peut on prendre ce pass à l’aéroport ?
merci pour ton retour .
Bonjour
Oui nous nous sommes rendus de l'aéroport à notre hôtel en métro . Ca va te coûter 20 $ et il va te falloir a peu près 45 mn pour arriver dans le "loop". Je ne sais pas où se situe ton hôtel mais après t'être reposé toi et ta petite famille vous pouvez déjà allé faire un petit tour à pied histoire de découvrir un petit bout de Chicago et des chicagoens .Nous avions pris le pass transport pour 7 jours et l'avons beaucoup utilisé même si finalement nous avons aussi beaucoup marché !
Nous avions pris le pass pour 3 attractions . Nous avons visité " l'Art Institut Chicago" qui est à voir ne serait ce que pour admirer NOTRE patrimoine. Ensuite nous sommes montés au sommet de la tour John Hancock d'où la vue sur la ville et le lac Michigan est époustouflante et la 3 ème attraction a été la croisière sur la Chicago River qui est fabuleuse .Après je ne peux pas te conseiller pour les 2 attractions qui te reste ne connaissant pas tes goûts ni l'age de tes enfants .De toute façon il y a de quoi faire à Chicago ! Vous allez visité le parc du Millénium un incontournable . Arpenté Michigan av et ses belles boutiques. Manger une pizza chez Giordano's à Navy Pier par exemple . Nous avons assisté au feu d'artifice à Navy Pier et avons été déçu .
Surtout prendre la ligne marron du métro aérien .;Le prendre à n'importe quelle station du loop peu importe le sens ; le tout est d'aller jusqu'à la station Merchandise Mart changer de quai et faire le voyage en sens inverse pour voir Chicago autrement .
Je pourrai peut être encore te renseigner n'hésite pas me demander .
Je te souhaite à toi et ta famille un agréable séjour à Chicago .
PS: Lorsque nous y étions du 12/06 au 19/06 nous n'avons pas eu une seule goutte de pluie et nous avons eu très chaud ! 32° en moyenne avec jusqu'à 36° ! Penses y
PS: Lorsque nous y étions du 12/06 au 19/06 nous n'avons pas eu une seule goutte de pluie et nous avons eu très chaud ! 32° en moyenne avec jusqu'à 36° ! Penses y
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Bien situé ton hôtel .Nous nous étions River hôtel juste en face la Trump Tower que tu ne pourras pas manquer .
Je te conseille d'acheter le pass dans une station de métro pas à l'aéroport . Le ticket de métro acheter à l'aéroport ne sert que pour te transporter à ton hôtel .Tu ne peux pas l'inclure dans ton pass .En revanche pour le retour ton pass sera valable .
Les boutiques tu en as partout ! Tu as l'équivalent ou presque des Champs Elysées sur le Magnificient Miles mais va voir mon lien
www.chicago-voyage.com/
Je te joins le trajet que tu feras avec la ligne bleue pour aller à ton hôtel depuis l'aéroport . Tu vas marcher un peu ça te donnera un apperçu de la ville .
A plus ! et ...ALLEZ LES BLEUS
Je te joins le trajet que tu feras avec la ligne bleue pour aller à ton hôtel depuis l'aéroport . Tu vas marcher un peu ça te donnera un apperçu de la ville .

A plus ! et ...ALLEZ LES BLEUS
Tu vas surement gagner du temps !
Par contre il faut voir combien cela va te coûter
et là je n'ai aucune idée du prix .
Bonjour
Le pass peut se prendre à l'aeroport.
Aller de O hare à votre hotel est moins fatiguant en taxi ou UBER :
Pour memoire, un taxi coute 60$.
Un UBER moitié moins cher.
Attention toutefois au temps de trajet : la I94 qui va de O hare au loop est tres tres souvent embouteillée.
Boutiques : Vs avez State street vers votre hotel, avec un tres grand Macy's.
Au nord vers Belmont, vous avez tout un tas de boutiques branchées, jeunes... mais faut onnaitre.
Sinon, si vous voulez faire des affaires, vous louez une voiture et vous allez à dans les outlets de Pleasant prairie à la frontiere du Wisconsin. Mais faut la journée.
Boutiques : Vs avez State street vers votre hotel, avec un tres grand Macy's.
Au nord vers Belmont, vous avez tout un tas de boutiques branchées, jeunes... mais faut onnaitre.
Sinon, si vous voulez faire des affaires, vous louez une voiture et vous allez à dans les outlets de Pleasant prairie à la frontiere du Wisconsin. Mais faut la journée.
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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