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Tailor Made Holidays to Death Valley

At Inspiration Holidays, we pride ourselves on tailoring holidays to Death Valley that are designed around your needs and expectations and not ours. We have a range of Death Valley holiday offers that we have negotiated special or exclusive deals on. We can also arrange multi centre Death Valley holiday itineraries as well as tours and excursions in Death Valley. For more information on our Death Valley holidays, call an Inspiration Holidays tailor-made expert on and speak to one of our reservation experts who will be able to help you plan the perfect holiday in Death Valley.

Destination Overview

Of all of California’s deserts, Death Valley is arguably the most diverse and interesting for sightseers on holidays to Central California. Death Valley National Park is home to some of the most inhospitable terrain in California, which extreme heat that gives a strange beauty to this desert area. Despite its forbidding name, Death Valley is an attractive area that contains unique desert wonders.

Within this remote valley, a unique landscape of dry parched land, black volcanic fields, colourful hills, salt flats, sand dunes, mountains and a lake that lies below sea level was created. The harsh landscape is characterised by deep valleys and high mountain peaks, with date-palms growing in oases. The flora is rich and particularly noticeable during spring when the wildflowers colourfully burst into life. Explorers can take a drive through the park, stopping at lookouts to hike the short trails, view the ruins of the former industry in the valley, as well as paddle the shallow Badwater Lake if it has any water at that time.

For decades, the rivers, valleys, mountains and waterfalls of Central California have drawn artists and visitors, while the awe and beauty of its parks have inspired photographers. Central California also boasts some of the most scenic and famous national parks in the United States, and glacier-carved valleys with granite domes and powerful waterfalls. Central California’s beautiful stretches of coastline and forest offer visitors a chance to get back to nature via hiking or camping. The parks offer beautiful sections of beach with splendid views over the picturesque coastline and lovely spots for hiking. Travellers on holidays in Central California and looking to get a little exercise in can take the day hiking trail which offers fabulous views of the coastline, mountains and forests. With a true wilderness that stretches out offering many kilometres of hiking trails, Central California is truly a great place for hikers, sunbathers and those seeking a nature escape.

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When to visit Death Valley

Do you need inspiration for when to go on holiday to Death Valley? Give the team of experts at Inspiration Holidays a call and we will help you plan your Death Valley holiday at the best time of year for your requirements. Although our Death Valley holiday search tool will allow you to search for Death Valley holiday prices upto 11 months in advance, we can also price holidays to Death Valley for 2025 and 2026. We can advise on the best time to travel on your Death Valley holiday based on Death Valley weather, special events in Death Valley or even when the crowds in Death Valley are at their lowest.

The best times for Central California holidays are between March and May, as well as from September to November, although the area welcomes tourists the whole year round, thanks to its broad range of activities and attractions available.

With warmer weather come the beachcombers; in July and August, expect to find the shores of Central California lined with umbrellas and sun-drenched children. During autumn, there is a small break in tourist activity. But with the decline of temperatures, visitors re-emerge with skis in hand, ready to tackle the snow. Travelling to Central California in March or November will allow for a particularly enjoyable experience of the area.

Springtime Poetry

Spring marks the transition of Central California from the Mecca of skiing, into a beach destination with the temperatures rising steadily. During this in-between period, there are fewer crowds in the region and if you’re lucky, you may catch a few lingering snowflakes still on the slopes. During a springtime holiday to the United States, visitors can also take part in festivals and events such as Earth Day and the Genoa Cowboy Poetry & Music Festival.

Summer with Shakespeare

Summer is the most popular time of the year to visit Central California. Thanks to the high temperatures, the trails are ready for some hiking, the beaches are ready for some sunbathing and the lake is ready for some paddling. Brace yourself for larger crowds on the weekends and be sure to make your bookings in advance to ensure availability for your United States holiday. A number of festivals take place here during summer including the Lake Tahoe Paddle Festival, the Lake Tahoe Shakespeare Festival and the Brews, Jazz & Funk Fest.

Autumn Trailblazing

With temperature drops, the region of Central California experiences a significant slump in tourism as the wind starts to bite and the kids go back to school. A visit to the region in late September will enable you to catch the last remaining days of trailblazing. You could also aim for a late November tour in the United States to get a jump on the ski season. Events worth participating in include Sample the Sierra, the Lake Tahoe Fall Fish Festival and the Camp Richardson’s Annual Oktoberfest.

Winter Panoramas

Believe it or not, the snowy winters of Central California are not that bad thanks to the average temperature highs. So whether you go to shred some powder or simply take in the panoramas, winter is a great time to visit Central California. But don’t expect to be the only one hoping to cash in on the weather. Expect the crowds, which you can avoid by visiting during the weekdays. To prepare for this busy tourism season, be sure to book in advance for your United States tour. The Epicure is a good event to visit while in Santa Barbara at this time.