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Death Valley National Park

including time in Las Vegas

February 23 - 28, 2020

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Often overlooked purely due to its name, the 3.4 million-acre Death Valley National Park is one of the most striking places on Mother Earth. It is home to amazing wildlife, lovely desert blooms, tremendous geologic diversity, and rich cultural history. From 282 feet below sea level to 11,049 feet above, the region is abundant in contrasts and extremes. Our tour originates and ends in Las Vegas - the lights and colors of this pulsating city contrast sharply with the dry and barren land around. We'll stay inside Death Valley National Park at "The Oasis," so that you can experience the magic of the desert day and night - as well as enjoy the many activities availble onsite.

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Itinerary

B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

Sunday, 23 Feb 2020: Arrive Las Vegas; Welcome Dinner (D)
Welcome to Las Vegas! Schedule your arrival no later than 5:00pm and take local transportation to the hotel. The tour begins promptly at 6:00pm in the lobby of our hotel. We will make introductions and then enjoy dinner together to get better acquainted. Overnight Las Vegas - 1 night

Monday, 24 Feb 2020: Death Valley; Golden Canyon Trail (B,L)
We depart this morning for Death Valley National Park. This afternoon, we'll take an easy 3-mile walk through the colorful Golden Canyon, where the walls are beautifully lit by the rays of the afternoon sun. See how flash floods, volcanoes and rocks tipped on end indicate how geologic violence creates beauty. Overnight Death Valley - 3 nights

Tuesday, 25 Feb 2020: Scotty's Castle; Ubehebe Crater (B,L,D)
Scotty's Castle is a fantasy house built by and for several fantastic characters. We take a living history tour to learn more about the unusual past of the ornate Spanish-style mansion named after "Death Valley Scotty." Scotty told everyone that he built the castle, when in reality, it was Chicago millionaire Albert Mussey Johnson who built the ranch and subsequently let his cowboy mining partner, Scotty, live there as a guest. We then continue on to the massive Ubehebe Crater, site of a volcanic eruption that left a pit in the earth over 500 feet deep and a half a mile across. Take a short and easy 1.5-mile walk along the rim of the crater. We will have dinner together this evening.

Wednesday, 26 Feb 2020: Death Valley Scenic Byway; Free Afternoon (B)
Today we will experience two extremes of the park when we drive a portion of the Death Valley Scenic Byway. We'll visit Zabriski Point, Dante's View, Badwater Salt Flat, Artist Palate Drive and the Devil's Golf Course. At Dante’s View, the elevation is 5,475 feet, and offers a stunning panoramic view. From the summit, one can see north and south along many miles of salt flats and sand dunes, and also west across the valley to several mountain ranges. It is therefore possible to see both the highest and lowest points in the contiguous US from one place. Badwater Salt Flat is 282 feet below sea level, making it the lowest place in the Western Hemisphere. We can take a level one mile walk to the edge of the salt crystal flats. After our morning exploration, we'll return to "The Oasis" for a free afternoon and evening. Take your pick - go for a horseback ride, relax poolside, explore a trail as you look for wildlife, or enjoy a massage (not included).

Thursday, 27 Feb 2020: Return to Las Vegas; Free Time; Farewell Dinner (B,D)
This morning we leave the valley and return to Las Vegas. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy Las Vegas. Perhaps you'll want to walk the Strip and watch the fountains at the Bellagio or stop in and try your luck at the gaming tables. The choice is yours. We will get together this evening for our Farewell dinner. Overnight Las Vegas - 1 night

Friday, 28 Feb 2020: Return Home from Las Vegas (B)
Sadly, our time together has come to an end. Make your return flight at your convenience. Based on the departure time you provide WTT, your Tour Leader can assist with organizing travelers into small groups so you can ride-share to the airport if you wish.

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Room Share	Single Room	Non-Members	Status of This Tour
$2,041.00	$2,825.00	ADD $50.00	2 Spaces Remaining

$250.00 Due at time of Reservation

Your Tour Includes...

HIGHLIGHTS and EXPERIENCES:

Hike scenic trails in Death Valley
See "Scotty's Castle"
Explore Las Vegas
Visit Furnace Creek Ranch
Small group no larger than 12
WTT Tour Leader to enhance the individual & group experience
Time to explore personal interests & suggestions for things to do
And More...See itinerary for additional highlights and experiences

PLUS...

All tipping of local guides
Transportation in WTT's own Mercedes mini-coach
Arranged room sharing with another solo traveler
Travel Dollar credits (a benefit of WTT membership) toward future travel with WTT

Lodging

Las Vegas, NV: Hilton Garden Inn Las Vegas Strip South
Death Valley National Park, CA: The Ranch at Death Valley

In the unlikely event WTT is unable to provide the hotel accommodation(s) listed, for whatever reason, WTT will substitute similar quality accommodation(s) at no additional cost to the traveler.

Meals

Breakfast daily
2 Lunches
3 Dinners

Selections for the included lunches and dinners will highlight the local cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free dietary requests can be accommodated on this tour with limited selections.

Activity Rating

Is this trip right for you? This trip requires you be able to: 1) walk at least 3-5 miles per day at a pace that will not hold up the group, 2) walk up a flight of stairs without needing to stop or rest, and 3) manage your own luggage and personal belongings throughout the tour without assistance.

In addition to the minimum requirements, the specific activities on this tour are rated as follows:

50% Easy (walking involved)
40% Moderate (hiking)
10% Strenuous (heat)

If you are in doubt as to your ability to meet any of these physical activity requirements, you should not sign up for this trip.

Read more about Activity Levels

Want a Roommate...or not?

Traveling Solo? Most of the women on your tour are traveling solo!

If you wish to share with another solo traveler, select this option on the Reservation Form and your tour price will automatically be based on the room share price.
Or, you may select a single room, when available, on the Reservation Form and your tour price will be automatically based on the single room price.
These choices are clearly stated on the Reservation Form.

A few facts about sharing a room:

All shared rooms are non-smoking
Your roommate will be of similar age
No special requests about your roommate can be accommodated
See "Frequently Asked Questions" for more details

Arrival and Departure Information

Travelers will make their own air arrangements as follows:

Arrival Airport: LAS - Las Vegas, NV (Las Vegas McCarran Int'l Airport)
Arrival Date: Sunday, February 23rd. Arrive by 5:00pm.
Arrival Transfer: Use local shuttle or taxi. Details provided in Final Travel Instructions.

Departure Airport: LAS - Las Vegas, NV (Las Vegas McCarran Int'l Airport)
Departure Date: Friday, February 28th. Depart at your convenience.
Departure Transfer: Use shuttle or taxi service.

Want to Arrive a Day Early?

Worried about possible flight delays? Consider arriving one day before the official tour start date. Many of our travelers choose this optional service. Your pre-tour package includes:

The room (standard check-in times apply)
Breakfast the following morning
Optional activity suggestions prior to tour
$97.00 Roomshare $194.00 Single

The pre-tour package is an optional service. Rates are established at time of tour posting. Early check-in is solely at the discretion of the hotel and cannot be arranged in advance.

Important Reminders About This Trip

This tour uses a 15 passenger van, with bench seating, for transportation.

Payment Dates and Cancellation Policies

At Space Reservation: Initial Deposit is due.
Tuesday, 27 Aug 2019: Initial deposit cannot be parked and is forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.
Monday, 25 Nov 2019: Payment in full. 50% cancellation penalty after this date.
Thursday, 9 Jan 2020: 100% forfeited if traveler cancels after this date.

Please review our travel and cancellation policies before making your reservation. You will be asked to confirm you have read and understood WTT's travel polices before we will accept your reservation.

Travel Insurance: We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance to protect you in the event you need to cancel your tour. WTT will mail you information from 2 reliable travel insurance providers at the time we confirm your reservation.

You can review the insurance information from TravelGuard to get an idea of rates.

Not Included in the Price

Airfare or other transportation to and from the tour
Meals and activities not specified in the itinerary
Any personal expenses, including spa treatments or extra activities
Any pre- or post- tour arrangements
Any gratuities for the WTT Tour Leader
Travel Insurance

Important Reminders

This tour uses a 15 passenger van, with bench seating, for transportation.

Packing Suggestions

In general the temperature, rainfall and humidity levels vary based on the time of the year. We suggest you monitor weather apps before you depart for the most current information.

For This Trip You Will Need—

Clothing that can be easily layered as you may encounter a variety of temperatures in a single day.

You May Also Want—

Smart-casual wear if you'd like to dress up a bit for dinners.
Lightweight but warm jacket/sweater for the cool mornings and evenings or the unusually brisk day.
Swimsuit
Athleisure wear
Bring what you need to get a good night's sleep, such as ear plugs, white noise generator, sleeping pills, etc. Unfamiliar noises of all types can disrupt your rest.

Good Packing Habits—

Pack a limited amount of comfortable, casual clothing that layer and coordinate. Your fellow travelers will not mind or even notice – seeing you in the same clothing.
Bring only two pairs of everyday shoes: one pair of well-broken-in walking shoes, and a second pair that could do double-duty as a walking shoe or a slightly dressy shoe.
Pare down your beauty regimen to the bare minimum and always pack travel-sized toiletries.
Pack medication in your carry-on and pack only as much as needed for the duration of your tour plus a few extra days as a precaution.

Luggage

On every WTT tour, our policies regarding luggage restrictions are driven by the requirement that all travelers be able to manage their own belongings without assistance.

We strongly recommend you bring only one suitcase plus small shoulder bag/day pack/purse.
You are responsible for managing your own belongings.

Fitness

Walking is a key component of all WTT tours. On some days, between walking tours and personal exploration you can expect to walk 3-5 miles over the course of a day, often over uneven or unpaved terrain. Although the activity level on this trip may not appear strenuous, we believe you will enjoy the tour more if you possess a general level of fitness and endurance.

Money

Only you can determine the optimum amount of cash to take on tour. When budgeting for out-of-pocket expenses, there are several aspects to consider: the number of meals you are responsible for, the amount of money you like to have on-hand for snacks and drinks, and your individual shopping interests and habits.

Notify your credit card issuer that you will be traveling and provide dates of travel.
ATMs are typically the best way of obtaining cash; you must know your PIN number for your debit and credit cards in order to use ATMs.

Tipping

All tips to local guides during your tour have already been paid on your behalf.

You are responsible for tipping wait-staff, porters, or other individuals who provide a service to you at the hotel, or other public locations.
You may want to tip your WTT Tour Leader for an outstanding job. The amount is entirely a personal preference. If you'd like a guideline, consider $8-$10 per day.

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Final Travel Instructions

Room Sharing Tips

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Can WTT Cancel a Tour?

If you wish to express your interest in this tour, do so by completing this pre-reservation form. Remember that a pre-reservation does not require any money and there is no obligation whatsoever. Once this tour is finalized, including pricing, hotels, firm dates, etc., those who have sent in a pre-reservation will be contacted via email. *** You will be asked to decide if you want to make a deposit. If you are no longer interested after being contacted, you don’t have to do anything!

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There is no obligation to go on standby. If we have a cancellation, we will notify those on standby in the order you were put on the standby list**. If you are notified of a space on the trip, you will be required to pay the full amount of the trip at that time.

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