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  • Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, and San Francisco
    Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, and San Francisco
    Mayflower Tours
    59 reviews

    8 day tour including 9 meals (5 breakfasts, 4 suppers)

    San Francisco, Yosemite, South Lake Tahoe, Lake Tahoe, Rohnert Park

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    Day 1: Arrival and Tour Kick-Off

    San Francisco’s charms are as tall as the Golden Gate Bridge and as tiny as an exquisite dim sum dumpling. It is considered by many to be the most beautiful city in America, and we will spend two nights in San Francisco.

    • Arrive at San Francisco International Airport with included transfers to your hotel
    • Meet your Tour Manager at 6 p.m. for evening dining suggestions

    Day 2: Find Your Heart in San Francisco

    Our guided tour takes us on a cable car ride. We cross the famous Golden Gate Bridge with its breathtaking views and into Sausalito. This Mediterranean-style community is perched around the bay with a wide selection of restaurants and shops lining its scenic marina. After lunch, we cruise the bay, the best way to see the city’s beautiful skyline, the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island.

    We have dinner on Fisherman’s Wharf, famous for its historic waterfront, delicious seafood, spectacular sights and unique shopping. Whether you dine on seafood or steak, your view will be of a bustling harbor with the Golden Gate Bridge arching above it. Hopefully, we can enjoy one of the most breathtaking sunsets in the world and an after-dinner stroll as our time in “The City by the Bay” draws to a memorable close.

    • Tour San Francisco, ride a cable car and cross the Golden Gate Bridge
    • Browse shops in Sausalito
    • San Francisco Bay cruise
    • Dinner on Fisherman’s Wharf

    Day 3: Sequoias and the Sierra Nevada Mountains

    We board our comfortable motorcoach for a ride through San Joaquin Valley, known as the nation’s salad bowl. The rambling hills grow steeper as they ascend into the Sierra Nevada chain and the spectacular mountain and valley scenery of Yosemite National Park. This land is sacred to Native Americans, a mine of gold and broken dreams for generations of prospectors and a favorite of landscape photographer Ansel Adams. The park harbors a grand collection of waterfalls, meadows and forests that include groves of giant sequoias.

    We begin our Yosemite National Park adventure with a narrated tour of Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias. Share the wonder of this ancient and beautiful grove as you hear about the history these magnificent trees have seen. Giant Sequoias, considered to be the most massive living thing on earth, can live from 1,000 to 3,000 years. Three groves totaling 700 trees are located in the park. Our riverside lodge is nestled at the foot of a mountain. Before our bountiful dinner, enjoy the clean mountain air as you walk the forest paths or relax on shady benches.

    • Drive through San Joaquin Valley and into the Sierra Nevada Mountains
    • Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias

    Day 4: The Crown Jewel of Parks

    We continue our Yosemite visit with a tour of the Yosemite Valley Floor to see the park’s grandeur and natural treasures. We see El Capitan, a one-mile-thick granite mountain and the thundering Yosemite Falls, the tallest waterfall in North America. An afternoon is yours to choose among Ansel Adam’s gallery, the Indian Village, a hike to the base of a waterfall or other activities. Birdwatchers may spot a great grey owl, Peregrine falcon or pileated woodpecker while animal lovers will be on the lookout for mule deer, bighorn sheep and black bears. The awe-inspiring sight of a golden eagle is not rare.

    • Breakfast at your hotel
    • Morning guided tram tour of Yosemite Valley Floor
    • Afternoon at leisure
    • Dinner

    Day 5: A Lake for Lovers

    On our way to Lake Tahoe, the largest and deepest alpine lake in North America, we drive through the rugged mountains and lush forests of the High Sierras. We learn why Lake Tahoe is one of America’s most beloved natural attractions. Our two-night stay gives us ample time to explore its enchantments. For festive evenings, the lake has casinos and great entertainment.

    • Breakfast at your hotel
    • Drive through the High Sierras
    • Dinner

    Day 6: Cruise Lake Tahoe

    We see turquoise waters curve into breathtaking forests in this indisputable photographer’s paradise. Delight in the midday splendor of the lake from the open air deck or the enclosed passenger cabin of our cruise boat, the MS Dixie II. You will see through the clear waters to the bay’s underwater state park. We pass castles and mansions tucked between inlets and picturesque points. A mystical island floats on the tranquil waters.

    • Breakfast at your hotel
    • Cruise Lake Tahoe aboard the MS Dixie II
    • Free time in Lake Tahoe

    Day 7: The Old West and New Wine

    Old Sacramento, dating back to the gold rush days, is our next destination. More than 200 shops will take us back to the Old West as we search for new treasures in gold-rush era structures. Enjoy this visit to the 1800s setting before we move on to the rolling hills of California’s wine country. We tour a winery in Sonoma, the very heart of the vineyards, before our farewell dinner.

    • Breakfast at your hotel
    • Visit Old Sacramento
    • Sonoma Valley winery tour with tasting
    • Farewell dinner

    Day 8: Final Day

    Now that we have said hello to California, we will never say goodbye. Memories too sparkling to fade will always be with us.

    • Breakfast at your hotel
    • Group transfer to San Francisco International Airport for flights after 12 p.m.

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  • Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island
    Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island
    Globus

    11 day tour in mostly 3-star hotels, including 17 meals (10 breakfasts, 7 suppers)

    Halifax, Trail, Trace, Charlottetown, Annapolis, Lunenburg

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    Day 1: Arrive in Halifax

    . (Fri.) Welcome to Halifax! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.

    Day 2: Halifax

    . (Sat.) A morning tour of Halifax led by a Local Guide includes a visit to CITADEL HILL with its early 19th-century star-shaped fort, the shady walks of the Public Gardens, and the harbor area. With the remainder of the day at leisure, why not enjoy a visit to the Maritimes Museum, which explains the area’s seafaring past, or perhaps tour Alexander Keith’s Brewery, which has been making the homegrown favorite since the early 1880s. (B)

    Day 3: Halifax–Sherbrooke Village–Liscomb Mills

    . (Sun.) Take scenic Marine Drive north along the Atlantic shoreline through picturesque fishing villages. Visit SHERBROOKE VILLAGE, once a thriving gold-mining town, whose renovated buildings recall the boom years of the 1860s. Your overnight is the attractive riverside setting of Liscomb Mills. (B,D)Special Feature: Your hotel is the Liscombe Lodge, one of Nova Scotia’s Signature Resorts. Often referred to as the “Nature Lover’s Resort,” it is nestled along Nova Scotia’s picturesque Marine Drive in one of the most beautiful riverside settings in Atlantic Canada.

    Day 4: Liscomb Mills–Cabot Trail–Ingonish Beach

    . (Mon.) Via Canso Causeway, cross over to Cape Breton Island, one of the first footholds of European settlement in the New World. Then, travel along the CABOT TRAIL, considered one of the most scenic drives in the world. At the Acadian village of Cheticamp, check out the famous hand-hooked rugs. Proceed north along the coast, savoring magnificent vistas of the rocky shoreline and the Gulf of St. Lawrence. Enter CAPE BRETON HIGHLANDS NATIONAL PARK, a landscape that strikingly resembles Scottish coastal regions. (B,D)Special Feature: Your hotel tonight is the Keltic Lodge. Located on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic Ocean with spectacular sunrises, Keltic Lodge commands a view like no other and beckons you to relax and enjoy the splendor of the Highlands.

    Day 5: Ingonish Beach–Baddeck

    . (Tue.) Visit the ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL MUSEUM, where exhibits trace the achievements of the great inventor who spent his last years on Cape Breton. Then, travel to the fortress of LOUISBOURG NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE. Enjoy a personalized guided walking tour of New France’s historic fortress town and visit the grand King’s Bastion. Overnight in nearby Baddeck. (B,D)

    Day 6: Baddeck–Pictou–Charlottetown

    . (Wed.) This morning, proceed south across the Strait of Canso to Pictou, known as the “Birthplace of New Scotland.” It was here that the first boatload of Scottish Highlanders landed in Nova Scotia in 1773 aboard the Hector. At the attractively restored waterfront, see a replica of the vessel and visit the HECTOR HERITAGE QUAY. Then, board a FERRY that whisks you across the Northumberland Strait to Prince Edward Island. The next two nights are in Charlottetown, the provincial capital. (B)

    Day 7: Charlottetown

    . (Thu.) A Globus Platinum exclusive, this morning you get to CHOOSE YOUR EXPERIENCE. Join a leisurely WALKING TOUR down some of Canada’s greatest historic streets or participate in an OYSTER SHUCKING lesson, where you’ll learn the art of opening oysters and enjoy a tasty treat. This afternoon, a guided tour of the island includes a drive to the fishing port of North Rustico Harbour to see the sand dunes and lovely beaches of PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND NATIONAL PARK and also visit GREEN GABLES farmhouse, the setting for the famous novel Anne of Green Gables. Tonight, enjoy a LOBSTER DINNER at a local restaurant. (B,D)

    Day 8: Charlottetown–Digby

    . (Fri.) Drive across the 8-mile-long Confederation Bridge, then motor south to coastal Wolfville. Stop here to visit nearby GRAND-PRÉ NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK with its memorial church museum. American poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow chose this setting for his famous poem Evangeline. Continue south to Digby, a popular Atlantic province summer resort. (B,D)Special Feature: Your hotel for the next two nights is the Pines Resort, a world of casual elegance in the tradition of the grand hotels. Surrounded by breathtaking beauty, you will have an opportunity to enjoy the view, recreation, and internationally renowned cuisine in this Norman-style chateau.

    Day 9: Digby. Annapolis Royal Excursion

    . (Sat.) A short drive along the coastal road to historic Annapolis Royal for a visit to 18th-century FORT ANNE, where a park ranger gives a fascinating account of this much-besieged fort. Then, a guided tour of nearby PORT ROYAL HABITATION; founded in 1605, it’s the earliest permanent settlement north of Florida. This afternoon is at leisure; perhaps take an optional cruise into the Bay of Fundy on a whale-watching expedition. This evening, enjoy a private cooking demonstration while savoring local wines and appetizers. (B,D)

    Day 10: Digby–Lunenburg–Western Shore

    . (Sun.) This morning we travel across Nova Scotia to the rugged southern shores, making a stop in Lunenburg, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During your free time here, explore the quaint Main Street, shop for souvenirs, or spend time at the Fisheries Museum to learn more about this major fishing port. Tonight, enjoy a beachfront farewell dinner and local entertainment, the perfect finale to your Maritimes vacation. (B,D)

    Day 11: Western Shore–Peggy's Cove–Halifax

    . (Mon.) This morning, hugging the shoreline, we travel to PEGGY'S COVE, one of Canada’s most charming fishing villages. We then continue to Halifax International Airport. Please schedule flights after Noon. The trip ends at the Marriott Harbourfront. (B)

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  • The Grand Trek
    The Grand Trek
    TrekAmerica
    13 reviews

    42 day tour

    New York City, Virginia, Alabama, New Orleans, Texas, San Antonio, Carlsbad, Roswell, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Monterey, San Francisco, Yosemite, Nevada, Jackson, Yellowstone National Park, Cody, Indian, South Dakota, Chicago, Ohio, Niagara Falls

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    Days 1-2: New York Area & Washington DC

    First stop, the capital calls. Washington DC is the perfect introduction to the social, cultural and political history of the United States. Explore the best of America's Capitol - from the Smithsonian Museum to the Lincoln Memorial on the guided night time illumination tour. During the day the city is awash with greenery so once you're done with sightseeing, go people watching in the parks. Why not take advantage of the great nightlife in Georgetown!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 3-4: Virginia & Tennessee

    From polished stone monuments to rocky paths, the Appalachian Mountains in Virginia put on a great glimpse of the rugged outdoors. In Tennessee, choose to don a lifejacket, grip a paddle and bounce along a churning stretch of white water on our optional rafting trip. Hey, we did say fast and furious!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 5: Alabama/Mississippi

    Next, travel into the 'Deep South' to Alabama and Mississippi for a taste of true southern hospitality. License plates proclaim you're in the 'Heart of Dixie', as the radio pumps out a
    hatful of country tunes to back this up.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 6-7: New Orleans

    Beyond Mississippi we hit Louisiana, home of the Big Easy & Bourbon Street. Now we're talking all that jazz! We head into the enchanting French Quarter of New Orleans and hear the real deal at Preservation Hall, echoing with chirpy trumpet and smooth sax. Sample a Hurricane at Pat O'Brien's! New Orleans has more than just food, drink and music to offer. Do the Huckleberry Finn thing as you chug along the Mississippi River.
    Accommodation: 2 nights en-route hotel paid locally

    Day 8: Louisiana/Texas

    Look for gators on our optional Louisiana swamp tour through the mysterious bayous of Cajun country (a must do!). The Lone Star bids you a big-hearted welcome for four nights in the mighty Texas. None of the other 47 continental states is bigger; come to think of it, everything seems vast in this pancake-flat expanse.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 9-10: San Antonio

    Don your Davy Crockett hat and check out the Alamo, symbol of Texan pride and independence from Mexico. Or stroll the Paseo del Rio. If your Spanish is shaky, that's the cobbled 'river walk', bursting with greenery, cafés and boutiques.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 11-12: Texas & Carlsbad Caverns National Park

    The biggest state of the continental USA is also home to plenty of Mexican-American cuisine, "Tex-Mex", including spicy fajitas and tacos could be on the menu tonight. Do you know your stalactite from your stalagmite? Carlsbad Caverns boasts over 100 limestone caves sporting glinting minerals and telling names like the Hall of the White Giant and Green Lake Room.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 13: Arizona / Roswell, New Mexico

    After a visit to the famous Roswell's UFO Museum, pitch your tents together and chew the fat long into the night. What are those lights in the sky?
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 14: Monument Valley

    Venturing into the desert southwest, we hit the iconic Monument Valley used in Hollywood scenes from Westerns to 2001: A Space Odyssey and everything in between. Get jeep-bound and flit between towering buttes and massive mesas. This is sacred Navajo land; take home their secrets, legends and the odd handcrafted keepsake. Tonight, experience a stunning sunset overlooking the valley.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 15-16: Grand Canyon National Park

    No trip west is complete without a stop at the Grand Canyon and we have a full day tomorrow to experience the grandeur of Earth's natural wonder. Pack your best 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 still blows you away.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 17-18: Lake Powell & Zion National Park

    Swim the deep blue waters of Lake Powell, formerly the great Glenn Canyon, or just sit back on the shore and soak up the powerful rays of this beautiful and surreal man-made desert oasis. Then onwards to Zion National Park. Explore the hidden canyons or maybe hike to Angels Landing. Okay, so getting up there can be devilish at times, but the famous trail puts Zion on a 360-degree display of this magnificent national park
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 19-20: Las Vegas

    With a sudden burst of neon, Vegas is right in your face - the greatest show on earth. Watch out though - some dub this place 'Lost Wages'! Why not 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 back down The Strip or just gamble the night away in one of the world class casinos.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Day 21: Los Angeles

    Journey across the desert and catch some California sun as you roll into the larger than life LA scene. Why not hang out at and people watch at Venice Beach tonight?
    Accommodation: 1 night hotel included

    Days 22-23: Pacific Coast, Monterey

    A quick tour of Hollywood before skirting the awesome shoreline, as the highway snakes north beside the heaving ocean swell. Further along the Pacific Highway, splash the cash in Monterrey or stroll the coast around this seriously scenic peninsula.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 24-25: San Francisco

    San Francisco is next, "Everybody's Favourite City". Enjoy a full day to explore the city with plenty of time for shopping in China Town & Union Square, sightseeing and a stroll over the Golden Gate Bridge. Maybe take a cruise on the bay for an unforgettable sunset, then go bar hopping 'til the tiny hours. Mission, Marina or Haight-Ashbury Districts usually check the right boxes.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 26-27: Yosemite National Park

    Heading through Central California we take a scenic drive into the Yosemite National Park region and a chance to hike or bike through the extraordinary landscape of glacier-carved granite monoliths and spectacular waterfalls. Hike to Yosemite Falls, one of North America's highest, and capture El Capitan's great granite profile on camera. Keep your eyes peeled for the chance to view the park's abundant wildlife.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 28-29: Lake Tahoe & Idaho/Nevada

    Set sail at Lake Tahoe on an optional sunset cruise or play the house in one of the flash casinos - though a gentle pedal boat ride, scenic parasailing or an energising jet-ski, may just as easily push your buttons. Now your posse heads across a heap more widescreen scenery as you edge westward through Idaho & Nevada.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 30-31: Jackson

    Feel the old frontier spirit alive and kicking in the truly western town of Jackson, Wyoming. Fresh from conquering the Snake River rapids, one of America's last great untamed rivers, on an optional whitewater rafting trip, corral your posse into the nearest watering hole. Million Dollar Cowboy Bar is a fine tip, with saddles for stools and trophy cow horns above the counter.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 32-33: Yellowstone National Park

    Pitch up in the world's first National Park, Yellowstone. This is a superb wilderness of spouting geysers, waterfalls and simmering mud pools. A-grade American stars grace the trails - keep your eyes peeled for this abundant wildlife. Large herds of bison and elk roam the park and if you're lucky, you may even see bear or wolf.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 34: Cody

    Next, it's Wild Wyoming, the heart of cowboy country, This is what Cody is all about. From its cowboy roots to its summer rodeos, shake a leg and try some two-step as the buckin' bronco rears its massive head!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 35: Sioux Indian Lands

    Yep, we're talking Mount Rushmore and the uniquely sculptured faces of our four greatest Presidents Close by, another rock-carved epic is shaping up: the Crazy Horse monument, a nod to the famed Lakota Indian war leader, very impressive!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 36-37: Badlands National Park & South Dakota

    Never mind the "bad lands", touching down here feels like a moon landing. Low-slung buttes, chiselled spires and saw-tooth ridges have a bizarre lunar quality as you swap some photos. Resident coyotes may utter the occasional howl as you settle back for some shut-eye under canvas.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 38-39: Chicago

    Our next stop is Chicago - the "Windy City", home to some of the greatest blues music in America. Soar up Willis Tower for dizzying views over the Windy City. Trawl the upmarket malls of Magnificent Mile and grab a slice of Chicago's deep-dish pizza before peddling on the included famous "Bobby's Bike Hike" tour.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Day 40: Ohio

    Ask a "Buckeye" to tell you all about their state nut or how cool they think Cedar Point Amusement Park's rollercoasters are! Ride the Millenium Force - the greatest roller coaster in the world!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 41: Niagara Falls

    From the edge of Lake Ontario, the sensation of crashing water is stupendous, the noise immense, at America's greatest national attractions, Niagara Falls. Wait 'til you're down on the water aboard 'Maid of the Mist', where the cascades pound, churn and foam right before your eyes. That's what you call a front row seat!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 42: New York Area

    We roll into the New York Area and the end of our awesome Grand Trek! 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.

    Tour ends at approx 17:00 hrs in New York Area on day 42.

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  • Westerner 2
    Westerner 2
    TrekAmerica
    13 reviews

    14 day tour

    Los Angeles, San Francisco, Sierra, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, San Diego

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    Day 1: Los Angeles & Pacific Coast

    With LA at your back, the sun on your face and Pacific to the West, you're already riding that California high. We follow US Highway 1 - the Pacific Coast Highway - north to Big Sur. Up in Monterey or Carmel, find a cool camp spot tucked between giant Redwoods and explore the rugged coastline with a sunset walk on the beach.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 2-3: San Francisco

    Fall for Frisco's charm while touring Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf and the hillside heights. Enjoy a full day to explore the city, with plenty of time for shopping, sightseeing and a stroll over the Golden Gate Bridge before a cruise on the bay for an unforgettable sunset, then go bar hopping 'til the tiny hours. Mission and Marina Districts usually check the right boxes.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 4-6: Yosemite National Park & Sierra Nevada

    After those big-city nights, stretch your legs in one of nature's greatest back yards, Yosemite National Park, and walk amongst the Giant Sequoias. Hike to one of the magnificent waterfalls, hire a bicycle to pedal along the park roads or float your boat down the Merced River. Next we wind through high-up peaks with far-out views across the Sierra Nevadas that will have you itching to get your trekking boots on.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 7-8: Las Vegas

    Closer to sea level, luminous Vegas ups the ante - the greatest show on earth! Catch some rays by the hotel pool then dive into "The Strip" in style on an optional limousine tour. Indulge in an all-you-can eat buffet, take in a show or just watch the amazing crowds, neon and attractions that many hotel casinos have to offer. And if that's not enough, take an optional helicopter flight down The Strip then gamble in one of the world class casinos before hitting the world famous clubs...all night long!
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 9-10: Grand Canyon

    Wow! You may be lost for words. Nothing you have ever seen before will prepare you for this spectacular site! Hike from the forest above to the desert below, red rock to white powder or take a helicopter flight for a birds-eye view and marvel at the brilliant colours. The canyon depths is nothing short of mind-blowing. Then again so is the sunrise and that's free.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 11-13: Lake Havasu & San Diego

    This is A-grade Arizona: Mojave Desert, Colorado River and the original London Bridge. We kid you not! Then it is on to the Southern California city of San Diego - 'America's Finest '. Laze in grassy Balboa Park or feel sand between your toes at Mission Beach and top up your tan. San Diego has the perfect environment for so many beachfront activities; rollerblading, beach volleyball, boogie boarding and bicycling... you name it! Later, cruise the Gaslamp Quarter and the heart of San Diego's nightlife. There will also be time for some sunshine at the world-famous San Diego Zoo or Sea World Adventure Park!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 14: Los Angeles

    Back to 'La La Land', with its Walk of Fame shrines to silver screen mega-stars. Tour Hollywood for a snap of the famous sign and a chance for your own celebrity sighting.

    Tour ends at approx 17:00 hrs in Los Angeles on day 14.

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  • Wild West
    Wild West
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    10 day tour

    Los Angeles, Sonora, Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas, Death Valley

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    Days 1-2: Los Angeles & San Diego

    Follow the coast to California's answer to winter weather, "always temperate" San Diego. Outdoors is where it's at. Hang with the surfing set on Mission Beach and feast upon a tasty mahi mahi taco. Or cycle in Balboa Park, before a meet and greet with the residents of the famed San Diego Zoo or Sea World.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 3-4: Sonora Desert & Wild West Cowboy Camp

    Any road trip worth its salt needs highways stretching to the cactus-studded horizon, so expect quality bonding backdrops as California turns to sun-drenched Sonora Desert in Arizona. Our Wild West Cowboy Campis then calling us! Opt to mount your trusty steed and trot between the iconic saguaro cacti, with familiar curved arms and looming as high as 20 feet. Fresh from the saddle, tuck into an authentic chuck wagon dinner (that's a mobile cookhouse) before a night under a million desert stars.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 5-6: Grand Canyon National Park

    On the road north, drop by the ancient high-rise dwellings known as Montezuma's Castle National Monument. Step back in time, and discover the hidden secrets of one of America's most ancient cultures, the Anasazi. Now admire a masterpiece etched by wind and water: the Grand Canyon. Tread the Bright Angel Trail to Indian Gardens, or venture to Plateau Point; or take a helicopter flight for a birds-eye view and marvel at the brilliant colours. The canyon depths is nothing short of mind-blowing. Then again so is the sunrise and that's free.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 7-8: Las Vegas

    Next is the man-made wonder of the desert, Las Vegas. Night life, high life, Las Vegas has it all. Take a tour of the Las Vegas Strip, and watch as night turns into day under the glare of neon marquees. Casino shows and excellent nightclubs make this truly "a city that never sleeps".
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Day 9: Death Valley National Park

    Our desert experience is completed by the perfect winter destination: Death Valley National Park. The blistering summer heat is no more, so your camera will lap up sights like Artist's Palette, a giant egg-box of turquoise, orange and red mineral deposits, Zabriskie Point, and the immense perspectives of Dante's View, a perfect view indeed!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 10: Los Angeles

    Kick up the Mojave Desert dust on your way back to LA. Tour Beverly Hills and Hollywood, home to the most famous real estate sign in the world. Then make like a celeb on Sunset Strip, with its glam stores and glitzy nightspots.

    Tour ends at approx 17:00 hrs in Los Angeles on day 10.

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  • Western Sun
    Western Sun
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    13 reviews

    20 day tour

    Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Joaquin, Death Valley, Las Vegas, Zion National Park, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon National Park, Scenic, Tucson, Joshua Tree, San Diego

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    Day 1: Los Angeles & Santa Barbara

    What better start than a tour of Hollywood before we nip up the coast to Santa Barbara, "a gem of a coastal city" and a celeb magnet with a Spanish flavour. Mountains loom one side, surf laps the other and temperatures hang high month upon month; it's a great winter getaway.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 2-3: San Francisco

    Early prospectors scoured far-off hills, but these slopes are pure gold. San Francisco is "Everybody's Favourite City" with its endless options: walk across the Golden Gate Bridge, ride the cable cars up and down the fabled, steep streets, view the Bay and Alcatraz on a sunset sailboat ride, shop in Chinatown and Union Square, and experience the varied nightlife in North Beach or Haight-Ashbury!
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 4-6: Yosemite National Park & San Joaquin Valley

    Leaving San Francisco, we travel east through "Gold Country" into the Sierra Nevada Mountains and the forested granite peaks of Yosemite National Park. Depending on when you touch down, crunch about in walking boots or on snowshoes. Frozen waterfalls and snowy sequoias and zig-zagged summits look darn spectacular. Between untamed wildernesses, clap eyes on this green, green farmland of the San Joaquin Valley, whose crops are arranged in neat rows.
    Accommodation: 3 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 7-8: Death Valley National Park

    Earth's fiercest hotspot in summer, it's a whole other story in winter. The perfect winter destination: Death Valley National Park offers thrilling hikes, sunsets that set the whole sky flaming, brilliant night skies and sightseeing opportunities from Dante's View, Zabriskie Point, Golden Canyon and the Great Sand Dunes.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 9-10: Las Vegas

    Back to the modern world with a bang - 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.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Day 11: Zion National Park

    The Southwest's most famous National Parks are next starting with Zion National Park. Zion mixes peaceful beauty with powerful landscapes. The tree-lined Virgin River meanders below massive, cathedral-like, sandstone walls soaring several thousand feet into the sky. Take the signature Emerald Pools trail green-tinged waters, cascades and sandcastle-like hunks of amber stone.
    Accommodation: 1 en-route hotel night paid locally

    Day 12: Monument Valley

    No need to unpack tents. Experience Native American life first-hand, staying in an authentic Navajo hogan surrounded by the spectacular beauty of their land, the Monument Valley region. Feel free to poke around the back yard, the vast expanse of orange and red dust, after our Navajo guided jeep tour through the valley.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 13-14: Grand Canyon National Park

    Just when the scenery seems unbeatable, journey to the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Walk along the rim, hike down a canyon trail, or take a scenic flight; whatever the choice, it will forever create a vivid and indelible memory of this special place.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Day 15: Sonoran Desert

    South to the Sonoran Desert, stark, but strikingly scenic. Opt in for a bona fide cowboy camp. It's basic but hey, that's what makes it authentic! With silhouetted cacti for company, a trillion stars overhead and a bunch of stories to swap, this experience is right up there... and the food's good too!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 16: Tucson

    Welcome to Old Pueblo, home of year-round sunshine. If the town has you feeling all 'Wild West', so will its surroundings; and those cactusspiked dust trails are a hit with mountain bikers.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 17: Joshua Tree National Park

    Not to be confused with U2 and Bono, the winding trails and hulking granite put on a top show all the same. The prickly trees themselves are oddball creations and, at dusk, they look just surreal.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 18-19: San Diego

    San Diego not only has the best climate in America but also the best beaches. Bronze up on Mission Beach, go on a serious shopping splurge in Seaport Village, make a splash at SeaWorld Adventure Park, check out the fascinating zoo then take your tan into the nightspots of the Gaslamp Quarter.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 20: Los Angeles

    We head back to LA and check out Hollywood Boulevard before the end of our adventure.

    Tour ends at approx. 17:00 hrs in Los Angeles on day 20.

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    Westerner 3
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    13 reviews

    21 day tour

    Los Angeles, San Francisco, Yosemite, Sierra, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon, Moab, Camp, Monument Valley, Lake Powell, Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas, San Diego

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    Days 1-2: Los Angeles, Pacific Coast & Big Sur

    With LA in the rearview mirror, head up the rugged California coast on day one, along the Pacific Coast Highway and take in the sights as the surf spirit takes hold of you! Fasten your seatbelt for blockbusting scenery. At the Monterey Peninsula, kick back on the beach, try sea kayaking or just chill in one of many cafes or bars of John Steinbeck's Cannery Row.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 3-4: San Francisco

    Next, "Everybody's Favourite City", San Francisco, with its endless options. We'll tour the city and stride across the Golden Gate Bridge, before letting the cable cars carry us through the fabled, steep streets. View the Bay and Alcatraz on an optional sunset sail cruise, visit Fishermans Wharf, shop in Chinatown and Union Square and sample the famous nightlife too, be it authentic Chinatown eateries, cool bars in North Beach or Haight-Ashbury or dance-floors heaving to hip-hop beats.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 5-6: Yosemite National Park

    Prepare to be wowed. Thundering waterfalls, huge granite cliffs shaped by the elements and towering sequoia trees are all perfect camera fodder within this huge wilderness. We have two days to hike, bike, or float through this extraordinary landscape. If you want a real challenge, try the 17 mile round trip hike to the top of Half Dome!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 7: Sierra Nevadas

    Take in bags of good ol' fresh air. Nothing beats following the park trails on foot, whether 'intrepid' is your middle name or you're a total city slicker.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 8: Zion National Park

    You will have plenty of time to discover the Southwest's great diversity as we visit three National Parks over the next four days. Over in Utah, the call of the wild is just as strong. Negotiate the stunning terrain of Zion National Park first. Trek through colourful canyons or take a duck's eye view on the tree-lined Virgin River as it meanders below massive, cathedral-like, sandstone walls soaring several thousand feet into the sky.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 9: Bryce Canyon National Park

    What's a hoodoo when it's at home? Actually, Hoodoos are weird and wonderful rock spires arranged in rows. "Mysterious", "breathtaking", "out of this world", are only a few of the descriptions offered by past visitors to Bryce Canyon National Park. For close up views, we allow plenty of time to take advantage of the park's incredible system of trails. Wherever you walk, you will encounter a kaleidoscope of colours and a fantasyland of rock spires that will leave you searching for your own way to describe this 'indescribable' place.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 10-11: Arches National Park/Moab

    The park's name says it all. Some 2,000 orange sandstone arches strike their poses. Moab is the perfect base for two days of exploration and adventure in Arches National Park. Endless opportunity awaits; take a sunset stroll to Delicate Arch or bike down the famous 'Slick Rock Trail', float down the Colorado on a scenic rafting trip or tackle the terrain high above on a guided jeep tour.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 12: Wild West Cowboy Camp

    Pull up those boots and grab your Stetson, because you'll be riding high in the saddle on an included horseback ride at our wild western cowboy camp. Yeee haaa!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 13: Monument Valley

    We head to the Navajo Tribal Lands of Monument Valley. The only things to pre-date the origins of Native American culture are the towering buttes and mesas which dominate the awe-inspiring landscape. Take the opportunity to experience it close-up with an optional jeep ride and a Navajo Indian Reservation visit before setting up camp. What a place to swap campfire stories and songs.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 14: Lake Powell

    Swim the deep blue waters of Lake Powell, formerly the great Glenn Canyon, ride a waverunner or just sit back on the shore and soak up the powerful rays of this beautiful and surreal man-made desert oasis.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 15-16: Grand Canyon National Park

    Next we come face to face with the most awe-inspiring national park of them all, Grand Canyon. Nothing you have ever seen before will prepare you for this spectacular site! Hike from the forest above to the desert below, red rock to white powder, or take a helicopter flight above it all and marvel at the brilliant colours. One thing's for sure though, this place looks incredible from any angle, especially walking along the rim at sunset or sunrise.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 17-18: Las Vegas

    Back to the modern world with a bang - 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 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. Oh, and there's a saying here: what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 19-20: San Diego

    It's all about the beach: bronzed bodies, big shades and baggy shorts. After strutting your stuff on a surfboard, rent bicycles, rollerblade, explore SeaWorld or the world famous San Diego Zoo.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 21: Los Angeles

    Here's your finale. Back in Tinseltown, a visit to LA's craziest beach scene, quintessential Venice Beach and a tour of Hollywood Boulevard, the iconic Hollywood sign and Mann's
    Chinese Theatre with its famous Walk of Stars - before the credits role on your blockbuster adventure.

    Tour ends at approx 17:00 hrs in Los Angeles on day 21.

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    14 day tour

    Los Angeles, Colorado, Monument Valley, Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas, San Joaquin, San Francisco

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    Days 1-2: Los Angeles & San Diego

    Follow the coast to California's answer to winter weather, "always temperate" San Diego. A perfect climate, great zoo and heaps of Spanish charm see your trip off to a flyer. Get drenched by SeaWorld's killer whales, unleash some long-lost skating moves then rub shoulders with the surf set in laid-back beach haunts. It's easy to agree with the locals who call their home "America's Finest City".
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 3-4: Colorado River & Wild West Cowboy Camp

    Along California's watery border with Arizona we'll pick a prime spot to pitch canvas out under the desert stars. Head further into Arizona's and a night at our authentic Cowboy Camp to do the Old West thing. Saguaro cacti cast familiar shapes, across the Sonora Desert brush with coyotes, hawks, and star-filled skies for company Enjoy delicious meals and opt to horseride under the desert sky.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 5: Monument Valley

    Monument Valley, a land of classic western scenery, is the Navajo Nation's greatest natural treasure. Say 'Howdy' to your Indian hogan. Yep, that's a traditional clay and wood Navajo dwelling; and after touring this wondrous natural movie set with our Navajo guide, there's no better place to lay your head.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 6-7: Grand Canyon National Park

    Just when the scenery seems unbeatable, journey to the Grand Canyon, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Walk the rim and gaze spellbound into the depths, hike down a canyon trail, or take a scenic flight for a "bird's eye" view. The best bit? Perhaps awaking to the most stunning sunrise nature can summon.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 8-9: Las Vegas

    On to an incredible man-made wonder in the desert - Las Vegas - "The City That Never Sleeps". So much leftfield stuff is part and parcel of Sin City: Caesars Palace mall attendants in full centurion garb; a mock volcano erupting through the evening and newly-weds partying on The Strip. It's brash, it's bizarre. it's brilliant. Catch a shows, ride a roller coasters and enjpy its famous bright lights, casino gambling and non-stop nightlife.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Day 10: San Joaquin Valley

    Delve into the 'nation's salad bowl', a vast tract striped with crops galore, and often dressed with wispy winter fog.
    Accommodation: En-route hotel night paid locally

    Days 11-12: San Francisco

    Next, "Everybody's Favourite City", San Francisco, with its endless options: walk across the Golden Gate Bridge, ride the cable cars up and down the fabled, steep streets, view the Bay and Alcatraz on a sunset sailboat ride, shop in Chinatown and Union Square and chill in ex-hippie heaven, Haight-Ashbury. Later, dress to impress as the North Beach bars compete for your custom.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 13-14: Pacific Coast & Los Angeles

    After leaving our hearts in San Francisco, we travel south and the winding roads showcase cracking coastal views as LA looms large once again. Get into celeb-spotting mode; we're touring Hollywood and you never know your luck.
    Accommodation: Camping included on day 13.

    Tour ends at approx 17:00 hrs in Los Angeles on day 14.

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  • Eastern Us & Canada Discovery W/new York Ext
    Eastern Us & Canada Discovery W/new York Ext
    Globus

    15 day tour in mostly 2-star hotels, including 18 meals (14 breakfasts, 4 suppers)

    Boston, Quebec, Montreal, Toronto, Lancaster, Washington, New York City

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    Day 1: Arrive in Boston

    . Welcome to Boston! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.

    Day 2: Boston

    . Sightseeing focuses on the city’s most prominent landmarks, such as the historic sites near Boston Common, including the Old State House; Old North Church, from where Paul Revere got the signal to start his famous ride; and Faneuil Hall, with an opportunity to browse through Quincy Market. Balance of the day at leisure. (B)

    Day 3: Boston–Québec City

    . Journey north through New Hampshire, passing the state’s capital dome at Concord and continuing to the majestic beauty of Franconia Notch State Park in the scenic WHITE MOUNTAINS. Capture inspiring views of one of nature’s true masterpieces as the grandeur of mountain scenery blends to a green carpet panorama in northern Vermont, which is blessed with innumerable forests and lakes. Enter the French-Canadian province of Québec. The next two nights are in romantic Québec City on the banks of the mighty St. Lawrence River. Until the British victory of 1759, Old Québec was the center of New France, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

    Day 4: Québec City.

    Start the day with an included tour by a Local Guide of Canada’s only walled city, including the Place d’Armes, ancient Place Royale, and the Plains of Abraham. The balance of the day is free for independent sightseeing. Tonight’s optional dinner outing takes you to Montmorency Falls and over to Ile d’Orleans for a delightful dinner at a fine restaurant in a restored 17th-century flour mill. (B)

    Day 5: Québec City–Montréal

    . Travel southwest to Montréal, Canada’s second-largest city. Sightseeing with a Local Guide includes NOTRE DAME BASILICA, the Old Seminary of St. Sulpice, and a drive to the top of Mount Royal to enjoy a panorama of the city. Afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps stroll through the underground shopping area of Place Ville-Marie or visit historic Old Montréal. (B)

    Day 6: Montréal–Ottawa

    . Drive west into Ottawa, the country’s beautiful capital. On a guided tour, you’ll see the Canadian Mint, residences of the Governor General and Prime Minister, the hexagonal National Arts Centre, Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, and the stately residences. Dinner tonight is at a specially selected restaurant. (B,D)

    Day 7: Ottawa–Toronto

    . This morning, visit the ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE STABLES to learn the Mounties’ history of ensuring peace, safety, and security. Afterward, sit back and relax as you journey through Ontario’s cities to Toronto, the cosmopolitan provincial capital. (B)Note: The RCMP Stables are closed on Sundays in September and October. When the stables are closed a visit to Gatineau National Park will be substituted.

    Day 8: Toronto

    . On today’s sightseeing, view Toronto’s two city halls, the legislature buildings, the university, and some neighborhoods, including Chinatown. The balance of the day is free, and your Tour Director will have plenty of suggestions for things to do and see in Canada’s largest city. Our optional dinner outing includes a visit to the top of the famous CN Tower for great views of Toronto’s harbor and skyline. (B)

    Day 9: Toronto–Niagara Falls

    . Drive around the “Golden Horseshoe” of Lake Ontario and through vineyards and rich farmlands. Then, board the MAID OF THE MIST for a thrilling boat ride to view the thundering falls from river level. You may opt to take the optional helicopter flight over the falls. This evening, you may join an optional dinner at a local restaurant followed by a once-in-a-lifetime experience to personally light up the falls. (B)Note: The operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. When conditions are unfavorable, a walking tour through the scenic tunnels will be substituted.

    Day 10: Niagara Falls–Lancaster

    . Cross the border at Rainbow Bridge and enter New York State. Then, journey into Pennsylvania through the rolling Appalachian Mountains and on to Lancaster, home of the religious Amish and Mennonite communities whose faiths stress humility, family, community, simple living, and separation from the world. Tonight, enjoy a traditional AMISH FEAST and get an intimate view of growing up Amish. (B,D)

    Day 11: Lancaster–Washington DC

    . Visit an AMISH FARM & HOUSE, where a Local Guide explains this faith, culture, and traditional way of life, which excludes the use of modern conveniences such as electricity and telephones. Then, depart for Washington DC, the nation’s capital. Free time this afternoon. Join us for the optional dinner tonight at one of Washington’s favorite restaurants, followed by an illumination tour of some of the city’s most beautiful monuments. (B)

    Day 12: Washington DC

    . Your half-day guided tour features ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY with the KENNEDY GRAVESITES, and VIETNAM, KOREAN, & WORLDWARII MEMORIALS, as well as many other well-known sites. Also stop for photos at the White House and Capitol Hill. An afternoon at leisure to do as you wish. Be sure to visit the many museums of the Smithsonian Institution and the glorious Basilica of the Immaculate Conception or the Washington National Cathedral. This evening’s farewell dinner is hosted by your Tour Director. (B,D)

    Day 13: Washington DC– Philadelphia–New York City

    . Travel north this morning to Philadelphia for included sightseeing focusing on the important buildings of this historic city, the birthplace of the nation. Visit major attractions, including the LIBERTY BELL and INDEPENDENCE HALL. Head back to New York City. (B)

    Day 14: New York City

    . A Local Guide takes you on a tour of the city’s most famous sights: Times Square, Greenwich Village, the Financial District, and Chinatown. Then, great photo opportunities as you CRUISE New York Harbor and around the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. The afternoon is at leisure. During your free time in Manhattan, take advantage of our optional activities—perhaps a flightseeing trip, a visit to the Empire State building, or a Broadway show. Your Globus Host can help arrange these and other excursions, and offer useful shopping and dining tips as well. (B)

    Day 15: New York City

    . The vacation ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers are provided to Kennedy, LaGuardia, or Newark International Airports. (B)

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    Eastern Us & Canada Discovery
    Globus

    13 day tour in mostly 2-star hotels, including 16 meals (12 breakfasts, 4 suppers)

    Boston, Quebec, Montreal, Toronto, Lancaster, Washington, New York City

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    Day 1: Arrive in Boston

    . Welcome to Boston! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.

    Day 2: Boston

    . Sightseeing focuses on the city’s most prominent landmarks, such as the historic sites near Boston Common, including the Old State House; Old North Church, from where Paul Revere got the signal to start his famous ride; and Faneuil Hall, with an opportunity to browse through Quincy Market. Balance of the day at leisure. (B)

    Day 3: Boston–Québec City

    . Journey north through New Hampshire, passing the state’s capital dome at Concord and continuing to the majestic beauty of Franconia Notch State Park in the scenic WHITE MOUNTAINS. Capture inspiring views of one of nature’s true masterpieces as the grandeur of mountain scenery blends to a green carpet panorama in northern Vermont, which is blessed with innumerable forests and lakes. Enter the French-Canadian province of Québec. The next two nights are in romantic Québec City on the banks of the mighty St. Lawrence River. Until the British victory of 1759, Old Québec was the center of New France, and today is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)

    Day 4: Québec City.

    Start the day with an included tour by a Local Guide of Canada’s only walled city, including the Place d’Armes, ancient Place Royale, and the Plains of Abraham. The balance of the day is free for independent sightseeing. Tonight’s optional dinner outing takes you to Montmorency Falls and over to Ile d’Orleans for a delightful dinner at a fine restaurant in a restored 17th-century flour mill. (B)

    Day 5: Québec City–Montréal

    . Travel southwest to Montréal, Canada’s second-largest city. Sightseeing with a Local Guide includes NOTRE DAME BASILICA, the Old Seminary of St. Sulpice, and a drive to the top of Mount Royal to enjoy a panorama of the city. Afternoon is at leisure. Perhaps stroll through the underground shopping area of Place Ville-Marie or visit historic Old Montréal. (B)

    Day 6: Montréal–Ottawa

    . Drive west into Ottawa, the country’s beautiful capital. On a guided tour, you’ll see the Canadian Mint, residences of the Governor General and Prime Minister, the hexagonal National Arts Centre, Parliament Hill, the Rideau Canal, and the stately residences. Dinner tonight is at a specially selected restaurant. (B,D)

    Day 7: Ottawa–Toronto

    . This morning, visit the ROYAL CANADIAN MOUNTED POLICE STABLES to learn the Mounties’ history of ensuring peace, safety, and security. Afterward, sit back and relax as you journey through Ontario’s cities to Toronto, the cosmopolitan provincial capital. (B)Note: The RCMP Stables are closed on Sundays in September and October. When the stables are closed a visit to Gatineau National Park will be substituted.

    Day 8: Toronto

    . On today’s sightseeing, view Toronto’s two city halls, the legislature buildings, the university, and some neighborhoods, including Chinatown. The balance of the day is free, and your Tour Director will have plenty of suggestions for things to do and see in Canada’s largest city. Our optional dinner outing includes a visit to the top of the famous CN Tower for great views of Toronto’s harbor and skyline. (B)

    Day 9: Toronto–Niagara Falls

    . Drive around the “Golden Horseshoe” of Lake Ontario and through vineyards and rich farmlands. Then, board the MAID OF THE MIST for a thrilling boat ride to view the thundering falls from river level. You may opt to take the optional helicopter flight over the falls. This evening, you may join an optional dinner at a local restaurant followed by a once-in-a-lifetime experience to personally light up the falls. (B)Note: The operation of the Maid of the Mist cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. When conditions are unfavorable, a walking tour through the scenic tunnels will be substituted.

    Day 10: Niagara Falls–Lancaster

    . Cross the border at Rainbow Bridge and enter New York State. Then, journey into Pennsylvania through the rolling Appalachian Mountains and on to Lancaster, home of the religious Amish and Mennonite communities whose faiths stress humility, family, community, simple living, and separation from the world. Tonight, enjoy a traditional AMISH FEAST and get an intimate view of growing up Amish. (B,D)

    Day 11: Lancaster–Washington DC

    . Visit an AMISH FARM & HOUSE, where a Local Guide explains this faith, culture, and traditional way of life, which excludes the use of modern conveniences such as electricity and telephones. Then, depart for Washington DC, the nation’s capital. Free time this afternoon. Join us for the optional dinner tonight at one of Washington’s favorite restaurants, followed by an illumination tour of some of the city’s most beautiful monuments. (B)

    Day 12: Washington DC

    . Your half-day guided tour features ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY with the KENNEDY GRAVESITES, and VIETNAM, KOREAN, & WORLD WAR II MEMORIALS, as well as many other well-known sites. Also stop for photos at the White House and Capitol Hill. An afternoon at leisure to do as you wish. Be sure to visit the many museums of the Smithsonian Institution and the glorious Basilica of the Immaculate Conception or the Washington National Cathedral. This evening’s farewell dinner is hosted by your Tour Director. (B,D)

    Day 13: Washington DC– Philadelphia–New York City

    . Travel north this morning to Philadelphia for included sightseeing focusing on the important buildings of this historic city, the birthplace of the nation. Visit major attractions, including the LIBERTY BELL and INDEPENDENCE HALL. Continue north into New Jersey and on to Newark International Airport for guests who have homebound flights. Please schedule flights after 4 pm. The vacation ends at the Sheraton New York Hotel and Towers. (B)

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  • Transcontinental North
    Transcontinental North
    TrekAmerica
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    28 day tour

    New York City, Ohio, South Dakota, Cody, Yellowstone National Park, Montana, Banff National Park, British Columbia, Vancouver, Seattle, Oregon, San Francisco, Yosemite, Los Angeles

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    Day 1: New York Area & Niagara Falls

    From the New York area to the the edge of Lake Ontario, the sensation of crashing water is stupendous, the noise immense, at America's greatest national attractions, Niagara Falls. Wait 'til you're down on the water aboard 'Maid of the Mist', where the cascades pound, churn and foam right before your eyes. That's what you call a front row seat!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 2-4: Ohio & Chicago

    Skirt around Lake Erie then cross Indiana bound for another of the great five: Lake Michigan. Chicago is next on the menu for two nights, famous for music, museums and Lake Shore Drive. Soar up Willis Tower for dizzying views over the Windy City, trawl the upmarket malls of Magnificent Mile and grab a slice of Chicago's deep-dish pizza before peddling on the included famous "Bobby's Bike Hike" tour. Then hit the blues groove, drop into a corner bar or seek out heaving dance and hip-hop beats in the hangouts of Wicker Park and Bucktown.
    Accommodation: 1 night camping included | 2 en-route Chicago hotel nights paid locally

    Days 5-6: South Dakota & Badlands

    From the North Star State, cross native American Sioux terrain and America's original western frontier. Resident coyotes may utter the occasional howl as you settle back for some shut-eye under canvas. The Spam museum is cool too! Never mind the "bad lands", touching down here feels like a moon landing. Low-slung buttes, chiselled spires and saw-tooth ridges have a bizarre lunar quality. Spend the afternoon exploring the park's surreal landscape and don't forget your camera for sunset!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 7-8: Black Hills & Cody, Wyoming

    You'll agree with the Lakota people, from afar the pine-coated hills do appear black. We're talking Mount Rushmore next and the uniquely sculptured faces of our four gradest Presidents Close by, another rock-carved epic is shaping up: the Crazy Horse monument, a nod to the famed Lakota Indian war leader, very impressive! Next, it's into Wild Wyoming, the heart of cowboy country, This is what Cody is all about. Named after William Cody (aka Buffalo Bill), the old west is alive and literally kicking here. After all, "Cody is rodeo", with nightly summer shows.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 9-10: Yellowstone National Park

    Pitch up in the world's first National Park, Yellowstone. This is a superb wilderness of spouting geysers, waterfalls and simmering mud pools. A-grade American stars grace the trails - keep your eyes peeled for this abundant wildlife. Large herds of bison and elk roam the park and if you're lucky, you may even see bear or wolf.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 11-13: Montana & Glacier National Park

    Montana is often referred to as 'Big Sky Country' because of its numerous stars, but it is also a trekkers' paradise. With two days in Glacier, you'll have plenty of time to explore the alpine meadows, snow-streaked cliffs and shimmering lakes. This area sure adds a healthy dose of the wow factor. Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 14-15: Banff National Park

    Blaze show-stopping trails in the footfalls or horse tracks of pioneers before you. Perhaps bounce across the bumpy terrain by mountain bike or hover above all by helicopter. One dunk in the hot springs and a drink or two later, you'll sleep like a log.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 16-17: Lake Louise & British Columbia

    A nickname like the "gem of the Rockies" is a lot to live up to, but it's no sweat for Lake Louise. The imposing chateau looks on as mountains cluster round the turquoise surface. As for you, well, you could always hike out to the Plain-of-Six-Glaciers or inspect the scene by paddle power on an optional canoe trip. Heading through BC, appreciate the mirrored lakes, grizzled peaks and spectacular scenery as dark conifers and shadowy summits drift by.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 18: Vancouver

    Along the highway, prime vistas escort you right into Vancouver. With its stunning combination of mountains and coastline, the city boasts outstanding views. Take to Stanley Park on two wheels, then regain your inner city slicker around A-grade museums and galleries or bustling Granville Market. Why not check out the city nightlife in Gas Town or the eclectic "Robsonstrasse" tonight.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 19: Seattle

    Beam yourself up! Well, take the glass-fronted elevator up the iconic Space Needle and gaze over the Emerald City with a hot cup of Starbuck's best brew! Then tonight blare out guitar-loaded classics in the city that gave the world Hendrix and Nirvana.
    Accommodation: 1 en-route hotel night paid locally

    Days 20-22: Oregon & Redwood National Park

    The Oregon coast is rugged and perfect for some dune-buggy fun! You will amazed to walk amongst the towering forest giants of Redwood National Park - home to the tallest trees in the world and some of the most spectacular coastal scenery on the Pacific Coast. Leave footprints on what is virtually your private Pacific beach or traipse between gigantic Redwoods, feeling like ants in their mighty shadow.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 23-24: San Francisco

    Next, "Everybody's Favourite City", San Francisco. This town will blow you away. Sunlight on the bay, wispy fog around Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars climbing steep streets: it's a
    24-carat stunner. After we view the Bay and Alcatraz on our included sunset sailboat cruise, the party people flock to trendy bars and clubs in North Beach or Haight-Ashbury and that friendly vibe gets even better.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Days 25-26: Yosemite National Park

    Heading east through California's gold country we following the scenic drive into the Yosemite National Park region and a chance to hike or bike, through the extraordinary landscape of glacier-carved granite monoliths and spectacular waterfalls. Either way, this park rocks! Once deep inside Yosemite, keep your eyes peeled for black bears. Coyote roam freely as well and when the sun goes down, their howling often echoes amidst pines and sequoias. Admit it, this is what clicks the spirit of the great outdoors up a notch or two.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 27-28: Pacific Coast & Los Angeles

    From coastal California to Hollywood, it's hill-perched sign awaits as you embark on one final fling with this incredible and diverse continent.
    Accommodation: Camping included on day 27.

    Tour ends at approx 17:00 hours in Los Angeles on day 28.

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  • Transcontinental South
    Transcontinental South
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    35 day tour

    Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Zion National Park, Lake Powell, Grand Canyon National Park, Monument Valley, Colorado, Mesa Verde, Carlsbad, Texas, New Orleans, Panama, Orlando, Florida Keys, Miami, Charleston, Washington, New York City

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    Days 1-2: Los Angeles & San Diego

    A quick tour of Hollywood to get the ball rolling before heading down the coast to San Diego on day one. This city is all about the beach: bronzed bodies, big shades and baggy shorts. Wow fellow beachgoers on your surfboard or let the world-famous San Diego Zoo or SeaWorld steal the limelight.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 3-4: Las Vegas

    Next, Las Vegas - the greatest show on earth! The Strip, the shows, the casinos, the clubs; Sin City's glitziest and brashest spots are sure to impress as you cruise the Las Vegas Boulevard on an optional limo ride! Hop onto one of the world's highest thrill rides at Vegas' Stratosphere and it won't just be your head that's spinning. 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.
    Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally

    Day 5: Zion National Park

    A batch of top notch trails await at Zion National Park. Swim and explore the hidden canyons or maybe hike to the top at Angels Landing. Okay, so getting up there can be devilish at times, but the famous trail puts Zion on a 360-degree display of this magnificent national park.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 6-7: Bryce Canyon National Park & Lake Powell

    Bryce is next with it's knobbly hoodoos striking their crazy poses as your camera clicks away at a perfect sunset. What's a hoodoo when it's at home? Actually, Hoodoos are weird and wonderful rock spires arranged in rows as far as the eye can see. They will leave you searching for your own way to describe this 'indescribable' place. Now it's time for some stunning R&R, basking in the clear blue waters of Lake Powell ringed by deep red rock. Swim, ride a waverunner, horse-ride in the desert or just sit back on the shore and soak up the powerful rays of this beautiful and surreal man-made desert oasis.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 8-9: Grand Canyon National Park

    Next we come face to face with the most awe-inspiring national park of them all, Grand Canyon. Nothing you have ever seen before will prepare you for this spectacular site! Hike from the forest above to the desert below, or take a helicopter flight above it all and marvel at the brilliant colours. One thing's for sure though, this place looks incredible from any angle, especially walking along the rim at sunset or sunrise.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 10: Monument Valley

    Navajo legends rise from crimson flats at Monument Valley. The only things to pre-date the origins of Native American culture are the massive towering rock formations which dominate the awe-inspiring landscape. Take the opportunity to experience it close-up with an optional Navajo guided jeep ride before setting up camp on the edge of Monument Valley. What a place to swap campfire stories and songs.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 11-13: Arches National Park & Colorado Rocky Mountains

    Arches - the park's name says it all. Some 2,000 orange sandstone arches strike their poses. The scenery here is breathtaking and a sunset stroll to Delicate Arch tops most 'to do' lists. Take on the famous "Slick Rock" mountain bike trail, float down the Colorado on a scenic rafting trip or tackle the terrain high above on a guided jeep tour. Next, distant peaks sport snowy caps and pines huddle together as you pit yourself against amazing hiking and biking trails in the Rockies.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 14-15: Mesa Verde & Sante Fe

    Explore the ancient dwellings of Ancestral Pueblans cut into the cliff face in Mesa Verde National Park; viewings are highly recommended! Next, soak up the artsy vibe of Santa Fe, the oldest US capital city, high in the desert foothills.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 16: Carlsbad Caverns National Park

    Check out the International UFO Museum and Research Centre (and gift shop!) in Roswell! They say Aliens crashed to Earth and they have proof! Then onto Carlsbad Caverns National Park. Do you know your stalactite from your stalagmite? Carlsbad Caverns is one of the largest cave systems in the world and boasts over 100 limestone caves sporting bizarre rock formations. Pack the amphitheatre at dusk as thousands of resident bats swarm out.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 17-20: Texas

    Don your Stetson and toast marshmallows as the Lone Star bids you a big-hearted welcome for four nights in the mighty Texas. The second biggest of the states has plenty of oil, cowboys and southern hospitality. Feel that tumbleweed vibe at the Alamo in San Antonio and don't forget to checkout the Buckhorn Saloon and Museum, crammed with cowboy curiosities.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 21-22: New Orleans

    Now we're talking all that jazz! We head into the enchanting French Quarter of New Orleans! Hear the real deal at Preservation Hall, echoing with chirpy trumpet and smooth sax or sample a Hurricane at Pat O'Brien's! New Orleans has more than just food, drink and music to offer. Do the Huckleberry Finn thing as you chug along the Mississippi River. Then look for gators on an optional Louisiana swamp tour through the mysterious bayous of Cajun country.
    Accommodation: 2 nights en-route hotel paid locally

    Days 23-24: Panama Beach

    Dream of lazy beach days or windsurf and jet ski the afternoon away. The heat of the beach simmers beyond sundown in this undisputed good-time town. Pack dancing shoes with your flip-flops as the party spirit simmers far into the small hours at the hippest, hottest haunts of the Gulf Coast.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 25-26: Orlando

    It's not far from strip malls and souvenir shops to the Magic Kingdom. Escape from it all with an optional day at Disneyworld. Forget your age, it makes a big kid of one and all. Who wants to grow up anyhow?
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 27-28: Florida Keys

    Over conch fritters and Key lime pie, admire a crimson sunset and swap tales from teeming reefs, before celebrating with a sunset party!
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 29-30: Miami & St Augustine

    SoBe (aka South Beach) has it all! Stroll the art deco seafront or pose with the beautiful people on sugary sand and in ultra-cool nightspots. Magnificent Miami beckons with miles of white beaches and palm trees swaying in the breeze. Then move on to soak up the Spanish vibe of the Sunshine State old timer, St Augustine.
    Accommodation: 1 en-route hotel night paid locally

    Days 31-32: Charleston & Carolinas

    Historic Charleston is next. This place oozes old world charm, especially the gaudy mid-1700 houses of Rainbow Row. Then mountain views morph into swamps, plantations and palmetto palms in the Carolinas, time to enjoy a cozy campfire.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Days 33-34: Washington D.C

    Washington D.C. is the social, cultural and political history of the United States. Explore D.C.'s parks by day and monuments by night. From the impressive Smithsonian Museum to the White House, to Georgetown's trendy bars, the capital has something for everyone.
    Accommodation: Camping included

    Day 35: New York Area

    We head to the New York Area for the end of our awesome cross country road trip! 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.

    Tour ends at approx 17:00 hrs in New York Area on day 35.

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