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Death Valley California – Death Valley Trip Summary Don’t let Death Valley’s name deceive you! The hottest, driest, and lowest place in North America beckons those who love adventure, nature’s beauty, and geologic wonders. Despite its rather foreboding name, life thrives in Death Valley, and this land of extremes harbors tall mountain peaks, sprawling salt pans, and deep colorful canyons. With over 3.4 million acres to explore, the lower 48’s largest national park is a playground for hikers, cyclists, photographers, and geology buffs. By night, relax in a lush oasis at The Ranch at Death Valley, drink in hand, overlooking a wide-open expanse of reds, pinks and yellows. Itinerary Day 1: Las Vegas / Furnace Creek / Golden Canyon Pick-up in Las Vegas • A 2.5 hour drive through wide open desert brings us to the largest national park in the lower 48 states, Death Valley • With bragging rights of being the hottest, driest, and lowest point in North America, Death Valley is a playground for adventurers worldwide • Our first stop in the Valley will be to the Visitor Center, where you can walk inside amongst the fascinating displays while your guides prepare a delicious lunch • In the afternoon, we’ll enjoy our first activity together, a hike up the beautiful and surprisingly colorful, Golden Canyon • Tonight, check into The Ranch at Death Valley, a true oasis standing out against a beautiful desert backdrop • Overnight at The Ranch at Death Valley (L, D) Day 2: Zabriskie Point / Mosaic Canyon This morning, we embark on a bike ride amid the Black Mountains • After a short bike talk, you’ll head down Coffin Mountain’s winding road all the way back to the Resort, being sure to stop at the famous Zabriskie Point along the way for a photo or two • After a picnic lunch at the Mission Ruins, we’ll shuttle over to Mosaic Canyon for a four-mile hike in a geologic “outdoor museum” composed of smooth, water-polished marble • Before sunset, we’ll meet back up to drive over to the Mesquite Sand Dunes; with their rippled shadows and graceful curves, the dunes are a photographer’s dream during the “golden hour” • Overnight at The Ranch at Death Valley (B, L, D) Day 3: Willow Canyon / Ubehebe Crater Today, we’ll travel to a canyon that has a waterfall generally flowing year-round for a 4.5-mile hike • To get there, you’ll walk up an alluvial fan, over a gravel wash and through a narrow canyon • This afternoon, a walk around Ubehebe Crater is in store, a deep hole in the ground created by a maar volcano possibly as recently as 300 years ago • On our way back to the resort we’ll make stops along the way to sightsee before enjoying a dinner at Last Kind Words Saloon • Overnight at The Ranch at Death Valley (B, L, D) Day 4: Badwater Basin / The Ranch at Death Valley This morning, we hop on our bikes en route to Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North America at 282 feet below sea level • After taking a walk around the white salt flats at the Basin, you can choose to either bike back to the hotel, or you may opt to ride back in the van, stopping along the way for a short hike to Natural Bridge • Enjoy a picnic lunch on the lawns of the resort, and then take advantage of an afternoon on your own to check out The Inn’s amenities: spring-fed swimming pools, tennis courts, massage therapy, and the world’s lowest 18-hole golf course • Tonight’s farewell dinner will be held in the dining The Inn at Death Valley as we relive memories of a vacation well-spent • Overnight at The Ranch at Death Valley (B, L, D) 1 The toughest part is going home.SM California – Death Valley Day 5: Death Valley National Park / Las Vegas Take a last morning’s hike with your guides for a photo opportunity, or choose to sleep in and enjoy a leisurely breakfast at the resort • Around 11:00, we’ll take off for Las Vegas and stop for a snack at Pahrump City park before dropping off at the airport or your post trip hotel • No overnight (B) **Trip itineraries are subject to change without notice due to road, weather and other factors outside of our control, for the safety and enjoyment of our guests, as deemed necessary and appropriate by Austin Adventures. Activities Hiking: 2 to 4.5 miles, easy to moderate terrain with little elevation gain on most hikes. Biking: 14 to 17 miles, easy to moderate terrain. Discovery: Discover a place synonymous with extremes: extremely hot, extremely arid, extremely fascinating. At 3.4 million acres (~3,000 square miles), Death Valley is the largest national park in the lower 48 states. Average summer temperatures frequently climb above 100°F, and the hottest temperature ever recorded was 134°F at Furnace Creek in 1913. Did you know that Death Valley has the lowest point in the United States (-282 feet below sea level), but is only 76 miles from Mount Whitney, the highest point in the contiguous U.S. at 14,505 feet? Despite its foreboding name, Death Valley is home to bighorn sheep, coyotes, reptiles, lizards, snakes, amphibians plus more than 300 species of birds, not to mention the explosion of flora that erupt after a rainfall. Come explore with the experts in adventure travel in the far- reaching expanse of the Mojave Desert! Austin Adventures guides are experienced facilitators and regional experts. They will take the time to explain the details of each activity, answer any questions, and demonstrate the use of all equipment. Each activity has been carefully planned to include options for all levels. Most importantly, Austin Adventures guides will help you select the distance that’s right for you. 2 The toughest part is going home.SM California – Death Valley Distinctive Accommodations Nights 1 – 4: The Ranch at Death Valley A true getaway complete with relaxing and rejuvenating amenities and resort activities, The Ranch at Death Valley offers a perfect home base for local adventures. Mission California architecture and towering palm trees welcome you to The Ranch to enjoy an exquisite combination of old western-style living with a touch of pampering. Find a warm spring-fed pool, the lowest elevation golf course in the world, communal fire pits, tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts, horseshoe pits, and more for you and yours to revel in your stay at The Ranch. Meals The hallmark of an Austin Adventures vacation is our exceptional dining. All meals: breakfasts, lunches, snacks, dinners, refreshments and receptions are included as indicated by itinerary. (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner). Alcoholic beverages and related gratuities are not included in the trip price. 3 The toughest part is going home.SM California – Death Valley Arrival & Departures Please plan on arriving at least one day prior to your trip departure. Day one of your itinerary starts at 8:30 or 9:00 am, depending on your hotel. Your trip ends with a drop-off at either the Las Vegas Airport (1:30 pm) or your Las Vegas hotel (2:00 pm). Trip Price Call for custom pricing Trip Length 5 days / 4 nights 2022 Dates March 13-17 March 20-24 March 27-31 Host City Las Vegas, NV Airport code: LAS Reservations & Availability 1-800-575-1540 Despite its morbid name, a great diversity of life exists in Death Valley 4 The toughest part is going home.SM California – Death Valley Trip Reservations Reservations, Deposits and Balances Due To make a reservation, contact Austin Adventures with your choice of trip and dates. A $500 per person deposit is required to confirm your reservation. Some Custom and International programs may require additional deposits. Full payment is required at the time of booking if your trip departs within 90 days. Choose one of the following contact methods: Toll free: 800-575-1540 Phone: 406-655-4591 Online: austinadventures.com Email: [email protected] Mail: Austin Adventures, P.O. Box 81025, Billings, MT 59108 * You may also book your Austin Adventure with your preferred travel professional. ** We accept most major credit cards and personal checks (U.S. funds made payable to Austin Adventures). Please do not send cash. Included in the Trip Price • Double occupancy rooms with private baths. • All meals: breakfasts, lunches, snacks, dinners, refreshments and receptions. • Fully trained, first-aid certified professional guides and knowledgeable local partners. • Bikes, helmets and other necessary equipment – all safe and well maintained. • Vehicle support and land transportation during the trip. • Austin Adventures T-shirt, water bottle, luggage tags and luggage service. Pre-departure and packing information. • Incidental expenses such as taxes, dining and housekeeping gratuities, local partner and expert gratuities • and national park entrance and permit fees. Not Included in the Trip Price • Gratuities to Austin Adventures guides. • Alcoholic beverages and related gratuities. • Pre-and post-trip accommodations and associated expenses. • Air and land transportation to/from host cities. • All types of personal insurance. • Personal expenses. Pre-departure Information After receiving your reservation and deposit, we’ll send you a pre-trip planner with general information about the area you’ll be visiting, a packing list, exercise guidelines, a guest information questionnaire and a liability release agreement for you to sign and return within 10 days. 5 The toughest part is going home.SM California – Death Valley Room Occupancy, Single Supplements, and Shared Room Assignments All trip prices are based on double occupancy. Single rooms are available for an additional charge, referred to as a “single supplement.” If you’re traveling alone and wish to share a room, make the request at the time of booking.
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