The U.S. West Coast, also known as the Pacific Coast, is the ideal destination for a tour. The combination between national parks like The Grand Canyon and Yellowstone, bustling cities like Los Angeles, Las Vegas and San Francisco thus offer an attractive mix for an unforgettable vacation.
The American West Coast offers a bit of everything. From spectacular natural parks and extraordinary landscapes to bustling cities and beautiful beaches. Together, the four states form the basis for a dream trip:
The U.S. West Coast is the perfect destination for an unforgettable road trip. Popular routes include:
Besides its nature and popular cities, the American West Coast is also known for its world-famous theme parks:
The U.S. West Coast can be visited year-round, but the best periods are spring (April-June) and fall (September-October). During these months, you'll enjoy pleasant temperatures and popular highlights and parks tend to be quieter.
Traveling in the summer? Then expect higher temperatures, especially in Arizona, Nevada and Utah.
Florivida is the specialist in travel to the American West Coast. With us you benefit from:
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Los Angeles, with its iconic Hollywood, is the center of the global film industry and is home to legendary studios such as Paramount Pictures, Warner Bros., and Universal Pictures, where many famous films such as Casablanca, Harry Potter, and Jurassic Park have been produced.
The main road that winds along the coast of the US West Coast is the Pacific Coast Highway (PCH), also known as California State Route 1. This scenic route follows a significant portion of the California coastline and is approximately 1,055 kilometers (655 miles) long.
The best times to visit the U.S. West Coast are spring (April through June) and fall (September and October). During these months, temperatures are pleasant and popular attractions and national parks tend to be less crowded. Summer travel is also possible, but expect higher temperatures in Arizona, Nevada and Utah.
For a complete round trip, we recommend at least 14 to 21 days. During this time you can combine several states, national parks and cities, such as the coast of California, the canyons in Arizona and visiting Las Vegas. Want to take more time for extensive hiking or theme parks? Then allow for 21 days of travel.
Yes, a rental car or RV is almost indispensable for a tour of the U.S. West Coast. The distances are great and many national parks and attractions are outside the major cities. With a car or RV, you have the freedom to travel at your own pace.
The price for a trip depends on your requirements, the season and the itinerary. On average, a 14-day round trip including flight, rental car, hotels and some entrance tickets costs about €3,000 to €4,000 per person, depending on the season and availability.
At Florivida, you can choose complete package tours, taking advantage of discounted rates and travel guarantees.
Yes, to travel to the United States you need a valid ESTA. You can easily apply for this online and it is valid for two years.
The time difference depends on the state you are visiting:
It depends on the airline, but usually you are allowed 1 suitcase of 23 kg and 1 piece of hand luggage. When booking through Florivida, we will inform you about the baggage rules of your flight.
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