7 days/6 nights western USA sightseeing
Travel between cities by private airplane

See the most popular sights that North America has to offer on the Western Wonder Experience by Mauiva AirCruise from Los Angeles.

The Western Wonder Experience goes above and beyond the typical guided tour - literally! All aboard for a destination-hopping whirlwind week filled with strikingly beautiful sights in Monterey and Carmel, super-cool San Francisco, jaw-dropping Yosemite, the breathtaking Grand Canyon, and sinfully fun Las Vegas - all with uncompromising service and style. Overnight stops on this experience are Monterey/Carmel, San Francisco and Fresno in California and Las Vegas, Nevada.

On a Mauiva AirCruise, you trade the road for the sky. Trade many hours on a coach for just a few on a private plane. Imagine landing in a private airport after a short 90 minute flight and a deluxe coach is waiting plane-side to take you to Monterey's famous Fishermans Wharf. Within an hour of the plane landing, you are boarding a whale watching cruise. And, that's only the first of many sites you will see during your full Western Wonder Experience

Want to see the best of the Eastern United States in your own private plane? Be sure to check out our All American East Experience by Mauiva AirCruise from New York!

FEATURES:

• MORE TIME - destination-hop via private plane
• MORE MEMORIES - see 5 times the attractions as compared to other tours
• MORE COMFORT - spend as few as five hours on a coach

INCLUDES:

• Air travel between cities on itinerary on private flights to private airports
• Airport lounge access
• Coach transfers on deluxe coaches less than 3 years old
• Hotel stays (Hilton Garden Inn, Luxor, Homewood Suites, or similar)
• 13 meals (breakfast & dinner on Days 1-6, breakfast on Day 7)
• All listed attractions included in price
• Local experienced tour guides
• Gratuities
• Porterage - luggage is delivered to/from hotel rooms

LUGGAGE:

• One "personal item" per guest allowed in the aircraft cabin - not to exceed the size of a laptop bag or medium sized purse
• One checked bag not to exceed 13.6 kg (30 lbs) in weight
• Excess luggage will be checked at the meeting point hotel

ROOM OCCUPANCY:

SINGLE: One adult only in one room.

DOUBLE: Two adults in one room, or one adult and one child.

TRIPLE: Three adults in one room, or two adults and one child, or one adult and two children.

QUAD: Four adults in one room, or three adults and one child, or two adults and two children, or one adult and 3 children.

The maximum number of persons in a room is 4. If your party has more than 4 persons, there will be multiple rooms involved and each room must be occupied by at least one adult.

If your party is fewer than 5 persons, but you want multiple rooms, please place separate orders for each room and its occupants.

FOOD:

Unlike most guided tours, breakfast each day is included in the price. The first day, you hit the air flying right away. So, on each tour your first morning meal is provided at takeoff on the private plane (you won't be able to look at commercial airline food the same again!). Every subsequent breakfast will be at the hotel in that city. Some are continental with a hot element and some are full-on buffets, but all are definitely satisfying.

At lunchtime, you are let loose to do your own thing each day. Feel free to explore the area and try the local fare. Go as formal or casual as you'd like, as long as you're back at the bus on time!

Dinner each night is included as part of the price. Each area has been explored and restaurants hand-picked that provide a variety of taste experiences for your palette. Specially set menus just for Mauiva AirCruise typically include a salad, entrée and dessert (Unless, of course, you're at a buffet). Basic beverages are included (soft drinks, teas, juices); however, alcohol or special drinks will be an additional charge you will have to pay for separately if you so choose. Dinners are usually after the day's events and generally begin around 7:30 pm. Dress is casual but if you feel like dressing up a bit for the last night, no one will stop you!

Feast your eyes on the types of cuisine lined up:

• Italian
• Mediterranean
• American
• Barbeque Buffet
• Mexican

Any special needs or dietary requirements should be made when requested on the Order Form during the booking process. When you make such requests ahead of time, your Travel Hosts will do their very best to accommodate your needs.

COMPREHENSIVE PACKAGE ITINERARY
(subject to change)

Day 1:
LOS ANGELES TO MONTEREY
Breakfast & Dinner Included

6:00 am: Check in at designated meeting location in Downtown LA (specified on E-Ticket)
6:40 am: Depart Los Angeles to Burbank Airport
7:30 am: Depart via Mauiva plane from LA to Monterey
9:00 am: Depart via coach to Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey
9:30 am: Monterey Fisherman's Wharf
10:00 am: Whale Watch
1:00 pm: Free time for lunch at Fisherman's Wharf
2:00 pm: 17-Mile Scenic Drive
3:40 pm: Point Lobos
5:00 pm: Depart via coach to Carmel by the Sea
5:15 pm: Shopping at Carmel-by-the-Sea
7:45 pm: Dinner
8:15 pm: Depart via coach to hotel
8:30 pm: Overnight at hotel in Monterey

Day 1 Attractions (click on these links for details about each attraction)
Monterey Fisherman's Wharf
Whale Watching Cruise
Carmel
Point Lobos

Day 2:
MONTEREY TO SAN FRANCISCO
Breakfast & Dinner Included

7:30 am: Breakfast
8:15 am: Depart via coach to Monterey Airport
9:15 am: Depart via Mauiva plane from Monterey to San Francisco
10:00 am: San Francisco City Sightseeing
12:00 pm: Free time for lunch
1:20 pm: Alcatraz Cruise & Prison Visit
5:00 pm: Depart via coach to hotel
5:30 pm: Relax and rest
7:30 pm: Dinner - Casual attire
9:30 pm: Depart via coach to hotel
10:00 pm: Overnight at hotel in San Francisco

Day 2 Attractions (click on these links for details about each attraction)
San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf
Alcatraz Island & Prison
Chinatown

Day 3:
SAN FRANCISCO, SAUSALITO, MUIR WOODS, SONOMA COUNTY
Breakfast & Dinner Included

7:00 am: Breakfast
8:00 am: Transfer to Golden Gate Bridge
8:20 am: Golden Gate Bridge and Park
9:00 am: Depart via coach to Muir Woods
9:30 am: Muir Woods Sightseeing
11:30 am: Depart via coach to Sausalito
12:00 pm: Sausalito sightseeing and free time for lunch
2:15 pm: Depart via coach to Sonoma County
3:30 pm: Wine Tasting at Local Vineyard
5:00 pm: Depart Via coach to Dinner
6:30 pm: Dinner
8:30 pm: Depart via coach to hotel
9:00 pm: Overnight at hotel in San Francisco

Day 3 Attractions (click on these links for details about each attraction)
Golden Gate Bridge
Golden Gate Park
Muir Woods
Sausalito
Sonoma County
Sebastiani Winery

Day 4:
SAN FRANCISCO TO MERCED & YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK
Breakfast & Dinner Included

7:30 am: Breakfast
8:30 am: Depart via coach to airport
10:20 am: Depart via Mauiva plane to Merced, CA (flight time approx. 30 minutes)
11:30 am: Depart via coach to Yosemite, Lunch (approx. 1 hour) at leisure in Yosemite, Yosemite National Park Guided Experience (approx. 2 hours), Mariposa Grove & "Grizzly Giant" - weather permitting - (approx. 1 hour), Depart via coach for dinner
7:00 pm: Dinner
8:15 pm: Depart via coach to hotel
9:30 pm: Overnight at hotel in Merced

Day 4 Attractions (click on these links for details about each attraction)
Yosemite National Park
Yosemite Falls
Half Dome
El Capitan
Mirror Lake
North Dome
Royal Arches

Day 5:
MERCED, CALIFORNIA TO CEDAR CITY, UTAH
Breakfast & Dinner Included

8:45 am: Breakfast at hotel & luggage pick-up from your room; free time at hotel to relax
10:45 am: Depart via Mauiva coach to airport
11:50 am: Flight via Mauiva plane to Cedar City, Utah
1:45 pm: Free time "ono your own" for lunch in Cedar City
2:15 pm: Depart via Mauiva coach for Cedar City area sightseeing - towering rock cliffs, hanging gardens, alpine landscapes
5:15 pm: Depart via Mauiva coach to hotel
6:45 pm: Check in at hotel and rest
7:00 pm: Depart via Mauiva coach for dinner
8:45 pm: Transfer back to hotel in Cedar City
9:00 pm: Overnight at hotel in Cedar City

Day 5 Attractions (click on these links for details about each attraction)
Cedar City, Utah Sightseeing

Day 6:
BRYCE CANYON, GRAND CANYON, LAS VEGAS
Breakfast & Dinner Included

6:30 am: Breakfast
7:15 am: Depart via Mauiva coach to Bryce Canyon
9:00 am: Bryce Canyon National Park Sightseeing
11:20 am: Depart via Mauiva coach to Cedar City Airport
12:00 pm: Lunch Stop ("on your own")
1:50 pm: Depart via Mauiva plane to Grand Canyon
3:00 pm: Grand Canyon National Park sightseeing
5:00 pm: Depart via Mauiva coach to Grand Canyon Airport
5:20 pm: Depart via Mauiva Plane to Las Vegas
6:15 pm: Depart via Mauiva coach to hotel for check-in
7:45 pm: Dinner at Iconic Las Vegas hotel
9:00 pm: Overnight at hotel in Las Vegas

Day 6 Attractions (click on these links for details about each attraction)
Grand Canyon
Bryce Canyon

Day 7:
LAS VEGAS, NV to LOS ANGELES, CA
Breakfast Included

8:00 am: Breakfast at hotel
9:00 am: Sightseeing and free time in Las Vegas
12:00 pm: Lunch "on your own"
3:15 pm: Bellman collects luggage from guest rooms
5:45 pm: Depart via Mauiva coach to Las Vegas Airport
6:30 pm: Depart via Mauiva plane from Las Vegas to Burbank airport
8:00 pm: Depart via coach to original tour starting point in Downtown LA
8:30 pm: Arrive at original starting point of the tour

Day 7 Attractions (click on these links for details about each attraction)
Las Vegas Sightseeing

WHAT TO PACK:

Overall, this is a casual vacation experience, so shorts, T-shirts, slacks, trousers, casual skirts, blouses and sundresses will all work fine. Here are a few things you might not have thought about:

• Shoes: Mauiva AirCruise experiences have moderate levels of physical activity (walking, hiking, etc). Please bring shoes you will be comfortable in and a extra pair in case of rain.
• Kids: Mauiva AirCruise itineraries are family friendly. There are a few extra suggestions if you are traveling with little ones: extra shoes and socks in case they get wet, snacks, and in-transit entertainment (coloring book, portable game units, etc).
• Fitness: Gym rats rejoice! All hotels have gyms, so bring your workout gear if that’s part of your vacation plan.
• Swimsuits: Many hotels have pools, hot tubs, even water slides (yay for being a kid!) so pack that suit, flip flops and a cover up.
• Medications: Be sure to pack prescriptions or medications you need. If you get motion sickness easily, consult with your doctor regarding medication (e.g. Dramamine).
• Space: Be sure to leave some room in your luggage for souvenirs and mementos.

WHAT NOT TO PACK:

Weapons, illegal drugs and other items that could interfere with the safe operation of the AirCruise or the safe and secure environment of the guests and crew are prohibited. The following listed items and other similar items are not allowed and will be confiscated upon being found.

• Alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, flammable liquids, explosives, and dangerous chemicals will not be returned.
• Firearms & Ammunition, including realistic replicas
• Sharp Objects, including knives and scissors. Personal grooming items such as safety razors are allowed. Scissors with blade length less than 4 inches are allowed.
• Illegal Drugs & Substances
• Candles & Incense
• Coffee Makers, Clothes Irons, & Hot Plates
• Baseball Bats, Hockey Sticks, Cricket Bats, Bows & Arrows
• Skateboards & Surfboards
• Martial Arts Gear
• Self-Defense Gear, including handcuffs, pepper spray, night sticks
• Flammable Liquids and Explosives, including lighter fluid and fireworks
• HAM Radios
• Dangerous Chemicals, including bleach and paint • Passengers found with any of these items might be asked to leave the Mauiva AirCruise and no refund will be issued.

WEATHER CONSIDERATIONS:

50-70% of AirCruise activities take place outside. Although there are alternative events, some attractions - such as the Grand Canyon - are naturally outside. So check the weather before you pack, and stock your bags with umbrellas, sunscreen, jackets, sunglasses and more to be prepared for whatever Mother Nature brings your way.

ACTIVITY LEVEL:

Each day of a Mauiva AirCruise is different (but all are fun!) and range from low to medium physical intensity. Because the plan is to ensure you have the opportunity to experience as much as possible, each day is packed with an incredible lineup of attractions, tours and parks. Your Travel Hosts guarantee you'll be excited to jump into bed upon hotel arrival!

Although there is plenty of time to sneak in naps during transit, you should prepare yourself for various walks through some of nature's most beautiful and unique landscapes, boat rides and other occasional bouts of light physical exertion. Remember, you always have the option of discussing alternatives with your Travel Host if you would prefer not to participate in an activity.

SECURITY GUIDELINES:

For Your Protection - Behaviors that could interfere with the safe operation of Mauiva AirCruise or the safe and secure environment of our guests and crew are prohibited. The following are examples of behaviors and situations that are not allowed:

• If a guest is perceived to be under the influence of alcohol or drugs prior to or upon boarding, he/she may be denied permission to board, without right of refund.
• If a guest is deemed to exhibit abusive or disruptive behavior prior to or upon boarding, he/she will be warned ONLY ONCE that such behavior must stop; and if such behavior continues, he/she may be denied permission to board, without right of refund.
• If a guest is perceived to be engaging in illegal activity of any kind during a Mauiva AirCruise, he/she will be asked to leave immediately, without right of refund, and even at an unscheduled location if necessary, at which time he/she will be removed and law enforcement will be notified.

AIRCRAFT:

The Mauiva AirCruise fleet consists of the following aircraft:

• Dornier 328 - This is a modern, reliable, safe and comfortable 30-passenger aircraft. Vision Airlines’ Dornier 328’s are some of the youngest regional turboprops flying today. Each aircraft is equipped with the most modern avionics including GPS, Traffic Collision Avoidance, digital weather radar and FADEC engine controls.
• ATR-72 - The 70-passenger ATR-72 is a dependable twin-engine turboprop short-haul regional airliner built by the French-Italian aircraft manufacturer ATR. With several state-of-the-art enhancements, especially advanced internal noise treatment and superior cabin air conditioning, a high-level of passenger comfort is ensured on every flight aboard a Mauiva ATR-72.
• Boeing 737-300/400 - The Boeing 737 is the world’s most popular airliner, and the Boeing 737-300 and 737-400 are two of the most popular 737’s ever built. The 737-300 can accommodate up to 136 passengers in a very comfortable coach seating environment, while the 737-400 offers more seating capability.

Mauiva Public Charters are operated by Charter Air Transport.

TRAVEL HOSTS & CREW:

Your staff of Travel Hosts is a little obsessed with travel, but let’s say "passionate" instead – that sounds better. Mauiva’s Travel Hosts know travel and can’t wait to share that knowledge with you ensuring that your experiences are authentic and beyond your expectations. All Mauiva AirCruise Travel Hosts are interviewed and hand-selected based on experience and various background and reference checks from the following accredited academies:

• The International Guide Academy, Inc. (IGA): Founded in 1973, this program is approved and regulated by the Colorado Division of Private Occupational Schools. IGA is also recognized by the International Association of Tour Managers (London), the World Tourism Organization (Madrid), The Green Guide Alliance, and the National Tour Association (Lexington, KY, USA). Tour guides receive both in-classroom instruction and field experience.
• International Tour Management Institute (ITMI): Over the past 33 years, ITMI has been considered the Premier Training School and authority in Tourism Management. ITMI has launched the successful careers of over 6,000 Tour Directors/Tour Guides worldwide. Approximately 60% of the instruction is done outside the classroom, in structured field workshops.

You can fly assured knowing that Mauiva is dedicated to providing the safest, most dependable transportation and tourism services on your Mauiva AirCruise™. They aim for highest standards in the industry by only employing the most talented pilots and flight attendants certified by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Mauiva strives to maintain the highest professional standards to ensure our passengers enjoy the absolute best travel experience possible.

72 HOURS MINIMUM ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED. This tour does not offer hotel pick ups or drop offs; departure is from a Downtown Los Angeles location to be specified on your E-Ticket. Rates are PER PERSON based on the occupancy selected. Child prices apply to children ages 11 and under. Reserve online, or call us toll-free at 800-410-8233.