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: Rhyolite Ghost Town; Ubehebe Crater (B,L,D)
This morning we will vist Rhyolite Ghost Town. The town of Rhyolite popped up in August 1904 after prospectors stuck gold. As long as there was gold, the town kept growing. In 1907 they had electricity and a population of over 4,000 residents. Unfortunately when the mining dried up in 1914, Rhyolite was in decline. By 1919, it became a deserted ghost town. We will wander around the town to see the preserved buildings before continuing 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.