Strolling the hills of San Francisco, looking for aliens in Roswell and wildlife in Yosemite, breaking a sweat in Death Valley, partying in Las Vegas and New Orleans, marvelling at the Grand Canyon and the cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde, watching bats in flight at Carlsbad Caverns, living history in Philadelphia and Washington, DC.
Get out on the road and follow in the footsteps of Jack Kerouac to discover the real America. This ultimate coast-to-coast road trip connects you and your small group of fellow travellers to the iconic cities, natural wonders, national parks and monuments that make this land great. Learn about Navajo culture in the Southwest and what the odds are in Las Vegas. Whether it’s comfortable hotels in the cities or campsites in national parks, you’ll always be close to the action. So slide on your cowboy boots in in Texas and your dancing shoes in Nashville and Memphis—it’s time to embrace the spirit of this land by hitting the open road.
What's Included
This adventure boasts vans fitted with wi-fi for up to five users at a time. Check your email, upload a photo to Facebook, or send a tweet to your friends.- Entrance fees to all National Parks with hiking and walking excursions. Guided city tours of San Francisco, Las Vegas, Las Vegas, New Orleans, Washington DC and New York, visit to Arlington Cemetery.
- 16 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 13 dinners. (Allow USD175-200 for meals not included.)
- Centrally located hotels (5 nts), hostel (1 nt), participation camping (16 nts)
- Air conditioned private touring van, walking
- Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout
- Small group experience; Max 13, avg 10.
Places Visited
- United States
Reverse Itinerary
This trip also runs in reverse, from New York to San Fransisco. See trip code NUCW.
Day 1 San Francisco
Arrive at any time.
Day 2 Yosemite NP (L,D)
Guided tour of San Francisco then drive to Yosemite National Park. Take short hikes in the park to waterfalls and lakes and walk amongst giant sequoias.
Day 3 Yosemite NP (B,L,D)
Full day to explore Yosemite National Park. Hike the many trails and be inspired by wild landscapes. Option to rent bikes in Yosemite Valley.
Day 4 Bishop (B,L,D)
Enjoy one of the most scenic drives in California, the Tioga Pass and visit ancient Mono Lake to walk among dramatic tufa towers. Enjoy secluded hot springs.
Day 5 Death Valley NP/Las Vegas (B,L)
Visit legendary Death Valley—the hottest, driest and lowest point in North America. In the evening, arrive in Las Vegas and take a guided tour of the famous Strip. Option to take a Limo VIP tour.
Day 6 Las Vegas
Free day to explore Las Vegas.
Day 7 Grand Canyon NP (L,D)
Travel to the Grand Canyon and hike along trails and admire awe-inspiring views. Option to take a helicopter flight or watch the IMAX Grand Canyon movie. Return to camp and enjoy a BBQ and campfire.
Day 8 Monument Valley (B,L)
Discover Monument Valley, learn about Navajo culture and camp under the stars. Option to take a jeep tour led by a Navajo guide.
Day 9 Mesa Verde/Durango (B,L,D)
Drive to Mesa Verde National Park and take a guided hike through the cliff dwellings, some of the most notable and best preserved in North America.
Day 10 Taos/Santa Fe (B,L,D)
Head to Santa Fe with a stop in Taos and Kit Carson Park. Option to visit the historical site of Taos Pueblo.
Day 11 Santa Fe (B)
Free day to explore Santa Fe.
Day 12 Carlsbad (B,D)
Visit Carlsbad Caverns, with a tour of one of the oldest and most famous cave systems in the world. In the evening witness the stunning spectacle as thousands of bats exit the cave.
Day 13 Fort Stockton/San Antonio (B,L,D)
Visit historic Fort Stockton in Texas, then cool off in the clear blue-green waters of Paradise Canyon before continuing to San Antonio in the evening.
Day 14 The Alamo/Houston (B,L,D)
Learn about the Battle of the Alamo while in San Antonio before travelling back in time on the San Antonio River Walk.
Day 15 Lafayette/New Orleans (B)
Optional visit to an Acadian village in Lafayette, for a taste of the 19th century. Carry on to New Orleans with time for a guided city tour of New Orleans. Take an optional swamp tour or cruise the Mississippi on a steamboat.
Day 16 New Orleans
Free day to explore New Orleans.
Day 17 Memphis (L,D)
Explore Memphis, Tennessee, the birthplace of rock & roll, and home of the blues. This evening, stroll Beale Street, with its live entertainment. Option to visit the National Civil Rights Museum.
Day 18 Nashville (B,L,D)
Travel to Nashville. Option to visit Elvis' Graceland, the Grand Ole Opry, or a real cowboy bar.
Day 19 Wytheville (B,L,D)
Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway through the Appalachian Mountains to Wytheville. Option to take short hikes on the many trails throughout the park.
Day 20 Shenandoah NP/Washington, DC (B,L,D)
Continue along the Blue Ridge Parkway through Shenandoah National Park. Arrive in Washington, DC.
Day 21 Washington, DC (B)
Spend a full day exploring Washington, DC. Option to visit the National Mall and its many museums. Later, stroll through Georgetown or return to the mall for illuminated monuments.
Day 22 Philadelphia/New York City (B)
Travel to Philadelphia and learn about the nation's independence. Continue on to New York and a city tour.
Day 23 New York City
Depart at any time.
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