Tue, Nov 16: Fly to Las Vegas, and transfer to the Oasis Death Valley. Along the way, stop for lunch and wine tasting at a popular regional vineyard. After a drive through sand dunes, red and beige mountains, and cracked salt flats, arrive to the Oasis at Death Valley located within the national park, and check in to The Inn at Death Valley, your home for the next three nights. Coming off of a recent $50-million renovation, the resort maintains its refined historic “old west” vibe and charming, unique “Hollywood-style” details. Settle into your unique surroundings and explore the grounds before an included dinner at the hotel. Gorgeous sunsets are the norm at the Inn’s pool, so don’t forget to catch a glimpse. (Meals: Lunch, Dinner)

Wed, Nov 17: Embark on a tour of Death Valley National Park, with your expert guide from The Death Valley Institute, the educational division of the Death Valley Natural History Association (DVNHA), a partner of Death Valley National Park and Ash Meadows National Wildlife Refuge. Be camera ready for stops while your expert guide narrates along the way as you learn all about the visual drama and variety of the desert backdrop. Visit Badwater Basin, take a walk on the salt flats, and take in the stunning views from Zabriskie Point. Revive the history of Harmony Borax Works, the central feature in the opening of Death Valley and the popularity of the Furnace Creek area. Hear how the plant and associated townsite played an important role in Death Valley history. Following the tour, have lunch on your own in Furnace Creek and return to the hotel to have the balance of the day at leisure. (B,D)

Thu, Nov 18: Today is yours to explore as you wish. Take an optional guided jeep excursion or just rent a jeep for further exploration of the park where motorcoaches cannot venture. Play the World’s Lowest-Elevation Golf Course, The Furnace Creek Golf Course in the heart of Death Valley at 214 feet below sea level. This 18-hole, par 70 course’s palm and tamarisk trees frame the fairways and majestic mountains are visible from all areas of the course. Rated one of “America’s 50 Toughest Courses” by Golf Digest, golfers have the chance to test their mettle against the low elevation and low barometric pressure that will make a golf ball dance in mysterious ways. For the relaxation seeker, a stay at The Inn at Death Valley wouldn’t be complete without head-to-toe pampering at the hands of a classically trained masseuse in one of the brand-new spa-rooms. Choose from a variety of services such as reflexology, hot stone massage, salt scrubs, and aromatherapy. (B,D)

Fri, Nov 19: Following a leisurely breakfast, transfer back to Las Vegas for your flights home. (B)

The Inn at Oasis Death Valley, Furnace Creek, California
Surrounded by Death Valley National Park, this newly renovated refuge is known as the “Crown Jewel” of Death Valley has been a favorite of nature lovers, photographers and stargazers since 1937. Highlights: in-room coffee/tea maker, refrigerator • complimentary WiFi Internet access • restaurant • bar • Spring fed pool • sauna • spa • fitness center.