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Bayou to the Big Apple – East Coast Road Trip
9 days, New Orleans to New York
Itinerary
Day 1New Orleans
Arrive at any time.
Welcome to the deep south y’all! It’s time for a night out in NAW-lins! Get ready to hang out, have fun, meet some fun locals, and get to know who you’ll be travelling with. Head to a popular cafeteria-style joint steeping in history before venturing out together in the French Quarter in search of live music as the night gets into full swing.
For the night in New Orleans, we stay in a hotel close to the city centre. If you would like to see all of the popular sites of this vibrant city, we recommend you book pre-tour accommodation.
Your First Night Out Moment: Connect With New Friends
Connect with new friends on your first night out in a new destination. Only available on 18-to-Thirtysomethings tours.
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Day 2New Orleans/Panama City Beach
Cross the state line into Florida and travel to Panama City Beach. This coastal town is surrounded by 27 miles of white sand beaches on the Gulf of Mexico. Enjoy an afternoon on the beach and opt to hit the town this evening.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Soak up the sun during an afternoon on the white sand of Panama City Beach. Tonight, opt for a night out with the group.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Panama City Beach/Orlando
Travel to the home of 'The Most Magical Place on Earth', Orlando. With great shopping, nightlife, and famous amusement parks like Disney World and Universal Studios, let your inner kid run wild!
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 4Orlando
Enjoy a full free day in Orlando. Opt to meet Mickey Mouse at Disney World or discover the magical world of Harry Potter at Universal Studios.
Free Time
With some of the world's most famous amusement parks, make the most of the day and get to the parks! Choose from options like Magic Kingdom, Epcot, or the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 5St. Augustine/Savannah
Head to historic Savannah, stopping en route in the oldest city in America, St. Augustine. Opt for a walk around the historic riverfront of Savannah, stroll through town admiring the architecture and oak trees covered in Spanish moss, or head out to Bonaventure Cemetery.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
From it's stunning historic district to the downtown creative core, get out and explore this Southern Belle. Opt to check out City Market for local restaurants and art, visit the maritime museum, or stroll the grounds of a historic plantation.
Optional Activities - Day 5 HideShow
Bonaventure Cemetery and Historic District Tour
Discover the history of this charming city on a tour of Savannah’s well-known landmarks. View striking tombs at historic Bonaventure Cemetery, made famous by the book Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil. Admire gardens, cobblestone streets, monuments, churches, and quaint parks on a walk through the city’s historic district—the largest in the nation. Stop in at one of the area’s lovely cafés to refuel.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 6Charleston/Holden Beach
Travel to the city of Charleston, known for its historic, romantic charm. Explore the cobblestone streets and pre-civil war houses, and look across the water to Fort Sumter, the location of the first shots of the Civil War. Opt to visit the Charleston City Market before heading up the coast to camp for the night.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free Time
Enjoy free time to explore beautiful Charleston this afternoon before continuing north up the Carolina coastline.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Meals included:
Breakfast | DinnerDay 7Holden Beach/Washington D.C.
Travel to the US capital and tour the monuments by moonlight with your CEO.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Monuments by Moonlight
See a different side of the city by moonlight. Take a tour after the sun sets to see some of Washington DC's most popular monuments and memorials all lit up.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Washington D.C.
Enjoy free time to explore.
There is so much to see and do in Washington DC that you can't see it all in one day. Take your time and spend a full day exploring this fascinating city.
Your Discover Moment
There's plenty to see and do in Washington DC, and we wanted to make sure that you had some time to take it all in. Feel free to relax or try optional activities like going to the White House, the Washington Monument, and checking out one of the museums in town. Your CEO has more ideas if you need them. Just ask!
Optional Activities - Day 8 HideShow
White House Visit (Outside)
FreeVisit 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue and learn more about where the president of the US lives and works.
Reflecting Pool and National Mall Visit
FreeVisit the National Mall to see the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a stunning 2,029 ft (618m) long pool lined with trees and walking paths, which reflects the Lincoln Memorial and/or the Washington Monument, depending on your vantage point.
Lincoln Memorial Visit
Visit the monument dedicated to the 16th US president, Abraham Lincoln, who was instrumental in the abolition of slavery.
Washington Monument Visit
FreeVisit the massive obelisk built to honour George Washington, the United States' first president. The Washington Monument is the world's tallest structure made entirely of stone and the world's tallest obelisk. Reopened after suffering damage from an earthquake and hurricane, visitors can opt to travel to the top for a gorgeous view of the city.
National Mall Visit
Visit the National Mall, a park in downtown Washington DC, that occupies the area between the Lincoln Memorial and the United States Capitol. Wear comfy shoes – there’s lots to explore in this spectacular green space. The National Mall includes the Washington Monument, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Constitution Gardens, World War II Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial, the District of Columbia War Memorial, National Air and Space Museum, National Museum of American History, National Museum of Natural History, the Smithsonian, and much more.
Meals included:
BreakfastDay 9Washington D.C./New York
Travel to New York, stopping in Philadelphia en route. Trip ends on arrival to New York. Opt to visit Times Square, stroll Central Park, check out Greenwich Village, or experience the famous nightlife of New York.
From the Statue of Liberty to Ground Zero to Chinatown, New York City is full of things to do and see. We recommend spending extra time here; please speak to your sales agent to book extra accommodation.
Please note this trip ends on arrival to New York. If you wish to spend the night in the city, speak to your sales agent about booking post-accommodation.
Private Vehicle
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Departure Day
Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with any onward travel arrangements you require.
Optional Activities - Day 9 HideShow
Top of the Rock
26-32USD per personThe Rockefeller Center is a complex of commercial buildings, home to Radio City and Rockefeller plaza. Head up to the 70th floor of this New York City landmark for unobstructed views of this magical city.
Times Square Visit
FreeCome experience the hub of the city that never sleeps. Head to Midtown Manhattan at Broadway and Seventh Avenue – the heart of all the action. Covered in illuminated billboards and advertisements, Times Square is one of the world's busiest pedestrian intersections and a major centre of the world's entertainment industry.
Central Park Visit
FreeDiscover Central Park, an 843-acre masterpiece of landscape architecture. Much of the park appears natural, but it is almost entirely landscaped. Designed in the 19th century, it is one of America's greatest works of art and the nation's first public park. Explore its walkways and gardens, and, like many other visitors, fall in love with this spectacular green space. Central Park has become the most famous and beloved urban park in the world, featuring extensive walking tracks, bridle paths, an ice-skating rink, a swimming pool, the Central Park Zoo, the Central Park Conservatory Garden, a wildlife sanctuary, a large area of natural woods, and an outdoor amphitheater.
9/11 Memorial Visit and One World Trade Center Observation Deck
24-58USD per personRemember 9/11 on a visit to Ground Zero. A Memorial and Museum have been created to commemorate those lost on 9/11.
Chinatown Visit
FreeLively and diverse, New York City's Chinatown has so much to see and do for urban adventurers. This growing community is considered to have the largest Asian population in a city outside of Asia.
Statue of Liberty Visit
18USD per personPay a visit to “Lady Liberty”, dedicated in 1886 and a gift from the people France. Cruise through New York Harbor and stop off at Liberty Island to get a closer look at this iconic woman meant to welcome new immigrants to the United States. Opt to ride to the top and take in stunning views of the city.
Brooklyn Bridge Visit
FreeOne of the most iconic structures in New York City, cross the East River from Manhattan to Brooklyn as you stroll along the Brooklyn Bridge. Make sure to bring your camera to snap shots of the iconic New York skyline and the bridge itself.
Empire State Building Visit
32USD per personSoak in stunning views of New York and beyond from the top of one of the most famous landmarks in the world. The Empire State Building's Observatory is a main attraction of New York's skyline, stretching 1,250 ft (381m) high.