| HIGHLIGHTS: Los Angeles - San Diego - Las Vegas - Grand Canyon National Park - Monument Valley - Santa Fe - Carlsbad Caverns National Park - Austin - Texas - Louisiana - New Orleans - Memphis - Nashville - Virginia - Washington DC - New York Area
Start with a visit to San Diego and the excitement of Las Vegas. Spend the days exploring the National Parks of the southwest and cross the prairies of Texas. Experience the "southern charm" of New Orleans and Memphis before completing your tour with a visit to the Nation's capital.
Day 1-2 Los Angeles and San Diego Head south from Los Angeles to San Diego on day one and check out SeaWorld or San Diego Zoo Hold on, is that the beach calling? Sure is Rent bicycles, rollerblades and surfboards at the beach and don your shades and soak up some rays.
Day 3-4 Las Vegas Las Vegas - the greatest show on earth Cruise "The Strip" in a super-stretch limo, indulge in an all-you-can eat buffet, take in a show or just watch the amazing crowds, neon signs and attractions that many hotel casinos have to offer. And if that's not enough, take a helicopter flight down The Strip or just gamble the night away in one of the world class casinos.
Day 5-6 Grand Canyon National Park Holy Cow This is a dead cert on your list of top stops Pack your boots and don't forget your camera for a sunrise/sunset hike along the rim. For the more ambitious take the long hike down Bright Angel Trail to Plateau Point or choose the "bird's eye" view on a scenic flight. Watching the sinking sun paint it amber, maroon and red, its breathtaking immensity will blow you away.
Day 7 Monument Valley We hit the iconic Monument Valley next, used in countless Hollywood scenes from Westerns to 2001: A Space Odyssey and everything in between. If you choose, you can board a 4x4 and let your Navajo guide show off the huge hunks of red rock and share the fables of the sacred lands. Tonight, experience a stunning sunset overlooking the valley.
Day 8 Santa Fe Roswell's International UFO Museum makes for an entertaining stop on the Road to Santa Fe, which lays on the South-western charm by the bucket load. With 325 days of sunshine per year and bright blue skies, plus some of the best Mexican food in the USA, Sanata Fe won't disappoint.
Day 9-10 Carlsbad Caverns National Park and Texas Head on to New Mexico and Carlsbad Caverns National Park to explore one of the largest cave systems in the World. Gnarled limestone stalagmites like the Witch's Finger reach upwards, while stalactites in the Bell Cord Room hang from the cavern ceilings. Next, prepare for a big welcome as you enter the Lone Star State, otherwise known as the great state of Texas, the birthplace of Buddy Holly and the world's largest cotton growing region.
Day 11-12 Austin, Texas and Louisiana Austin is the "Live music capital of the world" and home of great BBQ. This city is packed with "Texas sized" excitement and is sure to impress. We then say goodbye to Texas and head into bayou country, Louisiana. Maybe an early night to prepare ourselves for the next destination?
Day 13-14 New Orleans Your soundtrack grows jazzier in the Big Easy. Spice up your trip with lip smacking Cajun and Creole fare, ride a steamboat on the Mississippi River, relax to the sounds of a Jazz or Dixieland band in the French Quarter and join the ongoing party on Bourbon Street. New Orleans has more than just food, drink and music to offer. Join a swamp tour into the alligator habitat of southern Louisiana, to view all sorts of wildlife on the mysterious bayous of Cajun country.
Day 15-16 Memphis Memphis, the Birthplace of the Blues is our next "jazzy" destination. Strolling along Beale Street must be on your checklist to see the influences that Blues and Jazz music has had on America. But top billing goes to Graceland, former home of the King himself, Elvis Presley.
Day 17-18 Nashville and Virginia Off to the centre of American music in Nashville, Tennessee - the shining star of the country music scene. Hit The District - centre of city nightlife - laze in the parks, trawl the malls or learn to line dance; cowboy boots or sequinned denim anyone? Next, touch down in Virginia, home of the Appalachian Mountain Range.
Day 19-20 Washington DC Travel to the Nation's Capital, Washington DC, the centre for cultural and political history of the United States. Want to know a secret? Go undercover at the International Spy Museum. Make tracks to the zoo, then see where big-hitting political animals shape the nation on an included monument tour.
Day 21 New York Area Leaving the capital behind we head north through Pennsylvania to the New York Area and the end of our cross country adventure. This tour is not scheduled to spend any time in New York City so make sure you book extra hotel nights and explore the sights and sounds of the Big Apple on your own. Splurge along Fifth Ave, hit the top of the Empire State Building, or soak up the trendy, laidback vibe of Greenwich Village before heading home.
This tour ends at approximately 17:00 hrs. We can book you post-tour accommodation at our gateway hotel if required. If you are planning to fly tonight, please do not book a flight that departs before 21:00 hrs.
This tour also departs from New York area (reverse itinerary)
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A perfect balance between the busy cities and quiet National Parks 21 day tour departing Los Angeles.20 nights accommodation in hotels/cabins/hostels. Professional tour leader. Transportation. Washington DC evening illuminations visit. Grand Canyon sunrise/sunset. Tour of Las Vegas Strip. Sightseeing in Nashville, Memphis, Austin and San Diego. Scenic walks and hikesConditions Valid for sale until 31 December 2012.Price is per person twin share.Airfare not included.Additional conditions may apply, please enquire for further details.Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes. Additional levies, government charges and other applicable fees may apply and are beyond our control.Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply depending on date of travel.Payments made by credit card will incur a surcharge. Prices shown are for payments made by cash in store or Bpay.These prices are a guide to the best price and are subject to change without notice.Prices are subject to change without notice, due to matters outside our control, such as adverse currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes and airfare increases, please enquire for further details. |
