15 Day California/Arizona/New Mexico Road Trip from $3,799

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15 Day California/Arizona/New Mexico Road Trip

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A California, Arizona, New Mexico road trip offers a captivating exploration of the American Southwest, with a medley of experiences ranging from the rugged beauty of the Grand Canyon to the enchanting adobe villages of New Mexico, all while savoring the diverse landscapes, cultures, and flavors that characterize this iconic region. From the bustling streets of Santa Fe, where art and history intertwine, to the vast desert vistas of Monument Valley and White Sands National Monument, this road trip unveils a mesmerizing tapestry of Southwestern allure. You can add you hotels, flights, car rental, activities and transfers to your liking. The itinerary is just a suggestion based on our experience.

DAY 1

Day 1 :

Welcome to Los Angeles, once you arrive you’ll pick up your car and drive to your hotel. We work with many hotels so you’ll have quite a few to choose from. With not much time in LA we recommend seeing the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Venice beach. There are dozens of great restaurants to choose from and we’d be happy to make some suggestions and reservations. We also have a list of hidden gem off the beaten path experiences you might want to see if the typical tourist destinations don’t interest you.

DAY 2

Day 2 :

You’ll be taking the backroads through Angels Crest hwy and Big Bear towards Joshua Tree and end up at the famous Pioneer Town Hotel where you can soak up the beauty of the high desert. Explore old town and have dinner at the best spot in Joshua Tree, Pappy and Harriets, an old Honky Tonk restaurant/bar with live music. Sit by the communal campfire and enjoy the nights sky.

DAY 3

Day 3 :

Wake up early and head through Joshua Tree National Park on your way to the Grand Canyon. Stop, hike on the rocks and enjoy the quiet and soft wind of the desert. Joshua Tree is a magical place. You’ll arrive late in the day at the Grand Canyon, hopefully in time to see the sun set form the south rim. An amazing and unforgettable experience. We have a number of Glamping options for you to stay or treat yourself to the hotel at the south rim overlooking the Canyon.

DAY 4

Day 4 :

Take your time waking up and head south to Sedona. One of the most beautiful places in the southwest. It’s a 3 hour drive if you take your time. Maybe stop in Flagstaff for breakfast or lunch on your way there. Upon arrival you’ll check into your hotel and get settled. Maybe enjoy the pool or walk into town for some food or shopping. Relax for the rest of the day as there are lots of options for activities tomorrow.

DAY 5

Day 5 :

If you’re an early riser and feeling adventurous maybe take a hot air ballon ride. There are tons of hikes and you don’t want to miss Slide Rock. It’s an amazing place to hike and swim. If you want to head off the beaten path we have private guides who can take you to some of those hidden gems but there are also lots of hikes to do on your own. One thing you won’t want to miss is riding dune buggies on the off-road trails. We had such a blast doing it and highly recommend. Fairly certain you’ll be exhausted by the end of the day so relaxing at the hotel in the evening might be a good option.

DAY 6

Day 6 :

Once you hit the road you’re going to head towards the painted desert and petrified forrest. Both beautiful drives with amazing scenery. Heading into Indian territory you’ll have a true cultural experience as you stay with a tribe for the next few days. Once you arrive you’ll meet your hosts and settle in.

DAY 7

Day 7 :

Today you will learn about Indian history and culture to include participation in traditional arts, crafts and cooking. We feel this experience will be a lasting one.

DAY 8

Day 8 :

Wake up and say your goodbyes and hit the road again. The backroads into Santa Fe are stunning. Here you will check into your resort where you can walk the property, visit the spa or swim in their many pools and jacuzzis.

DAY 9

Day 9 :

Wake up, eat breakfast and hit the road. You’re on your way to White Sands New Mexico! Discover it’s miles and miles of pure white sand dunes. Grad some sleds at the entrance gift shop and find the biggest dune you can to soar down. Plenty of picnic spots so bring some lunch as well. In the afternoon head to your hotel with a classic Spanish vibe.

DAY 10

Day 10 :

Wake up and when you’re ready head to Bisbee Arizona, We will direct you to take the road along the Mexican border as it’s a pretty drive. Bisbee in an old mining town with lots of character. You’ll have a choice to stay at the classic Grand Hotel or an RV park complete with old classic RV’s.

DAY 11

Day 11 :

Wake up and have the best coffee in Arizona at their only coffee shop in town. You’ll head to the famous Tombstone where Doc Holiday lived and died. From there, you’ll head to Scottsdale. We have a few amazing places to choose from depending on your budget. If you get there early enough you should see the Botanical Gardens. It’s absolutely amazing and end of the day is a great time to see it with the late afternoon lighting. Head back to the hotel and enjoy the amenities and if there’s time a spa treatment might be in order.

DAY 12

Day 12 :

Sleep in and enjoy Scottsdale and your hotel. No rush, but when you’re ready head towards Palm Springs. It’s a 3-4 hour drive and fairly boring to be honest but once you get there you’ll check into your hotel and relax for a bit or maybe lay by the pool. Head into town for dinner or eat at the hotel.

DAY 13

Day 13 :

Today can be a relaxing day at the pool. Maybe get a spa treatment or head into town to do some shopping. If you’re feeling up to it, head into the desert to rent ATV’s.

DAY 14

Day 14 :

Wake up and have breakfast before heading into the mountains again towards Idyllwild. This drive is absolutely beautiful with lakes and wildlife. You’ll likely see mountain goats on the way as you end up to alpine country again. Check into the hotel and relax before heading into the quaint town center for shopping and exploring. Spend the afternoon enjoying some of the many hikes they have.

DAY 15

Day 15 :

Wake up, have breakfast and get ready to head back to Los Angeles. We highly recommend stopping in Cabazon at their many outlet stores for some incredible shopping deals. Once you arrive back in LA, return the car and fly home.

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DAY 15

Day 1 :

Welcome to Los Angeles, once you arrive you’ll pick up your car and drive to your hotel. We work with many hotels so you’ll have quite a few to choose from. With not much time in LA we recommend seeing the Hollywood Walk of Fame and Venice beach. There are dozens of great restaurants to choose from and we’d be happy to make some suggestions and reservations. We also have a list of hidden gem off the beaten path experiences you might want to see if the typical tourist destinations don’t interest you.

Day 2 :

You’ll be taking the backroads through Angels Crest hwy and Big Bear towards Joshua Tree and end up at the famous Pioneer Town Hotel where you can soak up the beauty of the high desert. Explore old town and have dinner at the best spot in Joshua Tree, Pappy and Harriets, an old Honky Tonk restaurant/bar with live music. Sit by the communal campfire and enjoy the nights sky.

Day 3 :

Wake up early and head through Joshua Tree National Park on your way to the Grand Canyon. Stop, hike on the rocks and enjoy the quiet and soft wind of the desert. Joshua Tree is a magical place. You’ll arrive late in the day at the Grand Canyon, hopefully in time to see the sun set form the south rim. An amazing and unforgettable experience. We have a number of Glamping options for you to stay or treat yourself to the hotel at the south rim overlooking the Canyon.

Day 4 :

Take your time waking up and head south to Sedona. One of the most beautiful places in the southwest. It’s a 3 hour drive if you take your time. Maybe stop in Flagstaff for breakfast or lunch on your way there. Upon arrival you’ll check into your hotel and get settled. Maybe enjoy the pool or walk into town for some food or shopping. Relax for the rest of the day as there are lots of options for activities tomorrow.

Day 5 :

If you’re an early riser and feeling adventurous maybe take a hot air ballon ride. There are tons of hikes and you don’t want to miss Slide Rock. It’s an amazing place to hike and swim. If you want to head off the beaten path we have private guides who can take you to some of those hidden gems but there are also lots of hikes to do on your own. One thing you won’t want to miss is riding dune buggies on the off-road trails. We had such a blast doing it and highly recommend. Fairly certain you’ll be exhausted by the end of the day so relaxing at the hotel in the evening might be a good option.

Day 6 :

Once you hit the road you’re going to head towards the painted desert and petrified forrest. Both beautiful drives with amazing scenery. Heading into Indian territory you’ll have a true cultural experience as you stay with a tribe for the next few days. Once you arrive you’ll meet your hosts and settle in.

Day 7 :

Today you will learn about Indian history and culture to include participation in traditional arts, crafts and cooking. We feel this experience will be a lasting one.

Day 8 :

Wake up and say your goodbyes and hit the road again. The backroads into Santa Fe are stunning. Here you will check into your resort where you can walk the property, visit the spa or swim in their many pools and jacuzzis.

Day 9 :

Wake up, eat breakfast and hit the road. You’re on your way to White Sands New Mexico! Discover it’s miles and miles of pure white sand dunes. Grad some sleds at the entrance gift shop and find the biggest dune you can to soar down. Plenty of picnic spots so bring some lunch as well. In the afternoon head to your hotel with a classic Spanish vibe.

Day 10 :

Wake up and when you’re ready head to Bisbee Arizona, We will direct you to take the road along the Mexican border as it’s a pretty drive. Bisbee in an old mining town with lots of character. You’ll have a choice to stay at the classic Grand Hotel or an RV park complete with old classic RV’s.

Day 11 :

Wake up and have the best coffee in Arizona at their only coffee shop in town. You’ll head to the famous Tombstone where Doc Holiday lived and died. From there, you’ll head to Scottsdale. We have a few amazing places to choose from depending on your budget. If you get there early enough you should see the Botanical Gardens. It’s absolutely amazing and end of the day is a great time to see it with the late afternoon lighting. Head back to the hotel and enjoy the amenities and if there’s time a spa treatment might be in order.

Day 12 :

Sleep in and enjoy Scottsdale and your hotel. No rush, but when you’re ready head towards Palm Springs. It’s a 3-4 hour drive and fairly boring to be honest but once you get there you’ll check into your hotel and relax for a bit or maybe lay by the pool. Head into town for dinner or eat at the hotel.

Day 13 :

Today can be a relaxing day at the pool. Maybe get a spa treatment or head into town to do some shopping. If you’re feeling up to it, head into the desert to rent ATV’s.

Day 14 :

Wake up and have breakfast before heading into the mountains again towards Idyllwild. This drive is absolutely beautiful with lakes and wildlife. You’ll likely see mountain goats on the way as you end up to alpine country again. Check into the hotel and relax before heading into the quaint town center for shopping and exploring. Spend the afternoon enjoying some of the many hikes they have.

Day 15 :

Wake up, have breakfast and get ready to head back to Los Angeles. We highly recommend stopping in Cabazon at their many outlet stores for some incredible shopping deals. Once you arrive back in LA, return the car and fly home.

Q: Do I have to stick to the itinerary?

A: You're free to do what you want and go at your own pace, however your hotel reservations will be strict and hard to shuffle around. These itineraries have you seeing and doing a lot. If you prefer to take your time a little more. Contact us to custom build this trip. These itineraries are for the active and adventurous traveler.

Q: How do I book activities?

A: Some of them you will be able to book with us and others are first come, first serve as they are smaller vendors. After you book Your detailed itinerary will have all that information.

Q: How much driving each day will I do?

A: We estimate 3-5 hours of straight driving as you head to a new destination. Assuming you'll stop along the way and see things it could be longer. We suggest getting an early start each day. After you book, your detailed itinerary will have all that information, including times to start your day etc.

Q: What is the best time of year to do these trips?

A: April - October is best. Many of the destinations are at higher elevations so there might be snow along the mountain passes. July and August can be very hot in some parts of these trips so keep that in mind as well.

Q: What sort of clothing do we need?

A: Because you are going to high and low elevations it would be good to pack for both warm and cold weather. Good hiking shoes for sure and an extra pair in case they get wet. Comfortable clothing and layers is best. Maybe bring one nice outfit if you're going to go somewhere nice in one of the locations.

Q: What else might we need to think about bringing?

A: Bring extra water containers to keep in the car, bug spray and sunscreen. Also a good pair of sunglasses.

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Activities for 15 Day California/Arizona/New Mexico Road Trip

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Surf Lessons - Los Angeles

Take a surf lesson at one of the many beautiful beaches in the LA area.

Helicopter Rides - Grand Canyon

See the Grand Canyon from a helicopter. If you can make the time it's a must do!

Hot Air Ballon - Sedona

Take a hot air ballon ride and see the beauty of Sedona from above

Dune Buggy's - Sedona

Drive 2 and 4 seater dune buggy's through the desert. These vehicles are street legal here so there are tons of off road areas to get to and explore.

ATV Rentals - Palm Springs

Take a few hours and get dirty riding ATV's in the desert

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