San Francisco to New Orleans Road Trip

Bridging two iconic cities, this is a road trip that features amazing national parks, quirky landmarks, and the spirit of America. Learn about Navajo culture, play the odds in Vegas, bask in genuine Southern hospitality, and get your cowboy on in Texas. Centrally located hostels in the cities and campsites in the wilderness keep you in the heart of the action no matter where you are. With so much heart and soul and tons to see and do on the road to New Orleans, don’t leave your heart in San Francisco – because you’re going to need it.

Day 1 San Francisco
Arrive at any time. We highly recommend booking pre-tour accommodation to enjoy more of the city.

Day 2 San Francisco/Yosemite National Park
Catch a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge on the way out of one of America's most popular cities. Drive into the Sierra Nevada Mountains and set up camp.

Day 3 Yosemite National Park
Enjoy a free day in Yosemite National Park.

Day 4 Yosemite National Park/Death Valley
Awe at the spectacular scenery along the Tioga Pass. Marvel at tufa rock towers at Mono Lake.

Day 5 Death Valley/Las Vegas
Visit a land of extremes in Death Valley National Park. Explore Las Vegas and stroll along the famous Vegas Strip. Take an optional VIP party limo.

Day 6 Las Vegas
Free time in Las Vegas.

Day 7 Las Vegas/Grand Canyon National Park
Travel Route 66, then arrive at the beautiful Grand Canyon and take in the sunset from the canyon's edge.

Day 8 Grand Canyon National Park
Enjoy free time in Grand Canyon NP.

Day 9 Grand Canyon National Park/Monument Valley
Drive along the southern rim of the canyon, then opt to discover one of the most majestic places on earth, Monument Valley, on an optional overnight excursion.

Day 10 Monument Valley/Mesa Verde National Park
Wind up the side of a mountain through Mesa Verde National Park's rocky slopes and inspiring vistas. Hike to ancient cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde.

Day 11 Mesa Verde National Park/Santa Fe
Travel to Santa Fe and dive into the Southwest culture in this historic city.

Day 12 Santa Fe/Carlsbad
Look for aliens at infamous Roswell en route to exploring the Carlsbad Caverns, dodging the 400,000 bats heading out to hunt at sunset.

Day 13 Carlsbad/Austin
Cross into the state of Texas, the birthplace of Tex-Mex food, 10-gallon hats, and Western movies.

Day 14 Austin
Spend a free day in Austin. Opt to visit the SoCo area for thrift shopping, take a dip in the Barton natural pool, or let loose at a local country bar in the evening.

Day 15 Austin/New Orleans
Crank up the jazz and drive into the home of Mardi Gras. Trip ends upon arrival to New Orleans. Opt to explore the French Quarter, and join the revellers on Bourbon Street 'til the early hours.