Route 66
Experience rugged deserts, cowboy towns and the thrills of Las Vegas and the Grand Canyon, as you follow 'America's Main Street' to its end in glamorous Los Angeles.
Route 66, Albuquerque
Chicago and Lake Michigan
Chicago and its lakeside piers
Abraham Lincoln's home in Springfield
A room inside Lincoln's home, Springfield
Bill Shea's Museum
Albuquerque
Albuquerque street signs
Aerial Tramway at Sandia Peak (optional on day 5)
Bricktown, Oklahoma City
Cadillac Ranch sculpture, Amarillo
Santa Monica Pier
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - Chicago.
Fly to Chicago where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel for two nights.
DAY 2: Chicago.
Known as the 'windy city', Chicago is home to the legend of Al Capone and countless jazz and blues clubs. This morning's sightseeing takes you to the heart of this ebullient metropolis on the banks of Lake Michigan. This afternoon there is free time to further explore Chicago, perhaps by climbing the soaring Willis Tower (formerly known as the Sears Tower) or strolling along the waterside in Grant Park.
DAY 3: Chicago - Springfield.
Cross the farmlands of Illinois to Springfield, resting place of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th US president. Upon arrival, visit the popular Route 66 Gas Station Museum, charting the fascinating history and sights of Route 66. Later this afternoon, spend time exploring Lincoln's home as well as the new state-of-the-art Presidential Library and Museum, a unique museum dedicated to the life and legacy of Springfield's greatest citizen.
DAY 4: Springfield - St Louis.
This morning cross the mighty Mississippi River and continue to St Louis, located at the confluence of the Mississippi and Missouri Rivers, and dubbed the 'Gateway to the West'. On your morning tour, visit the towering Gateway Arch and ride to the top of the 630 feet high iconic structure for panoramic views of the city and river. The remainder of your day is at leisure.
DAY 5: St Louis - Branson.
Travel through Missouri, home to the Meramec Caverns, the hideout of notorious bank robber Jesse James, to Branson, one of America's biggest music centres. This evening, why not join our optional dinner and show?
DAY 6: Branson - Oklahoma City.
Today, cross the cowboy country of Kansas into Oklahoma, once known as Indian Territory. After visiting the Will Rogers Memorial Museum with its artefacts from the famous cowboy-movie star's life, you'll arrive in Oklahoma City where you might enjoy the attractions of Bricktown, the old warehouse district now a warren of lively shopping, restaurant and nightclub-filled streets.
DAY 7: Oklahoma City - Amarillo.
An intriguing morning's sightseeing awaits, including visits to the National Cowboy Hall of Fame and Western Heritage Museum, with its historic Native American and rodeo exhibits, and a recreation of a Wild West town. From here, travel to Clinton, Oklahoma where you will visit the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum, home to vintage cars, neon signs, a 50's diner and drive-in theatre. Your adventure continues through rolling hill country into Texas, and Amarillo, the state's oil capital.
DAY 8: Amarillo - Tucumcari - Santa Rosa - Albuquerque.
Leaving Amarillo, watch for the Cadillac Ranch sculpture, crafted from real Cadillacs as you travel into New Mexico and reach Adrian, Route 66's halfway point. After passing through the old Indian town of Tucumcari, continue to Santa Rosa with its iconic Route 66 motels and drive-in grills, and call in at the quirky Route 66 Auto Museum with its 1950's fin-tailed vintage cars. Next, drive to Albuquerque and take a walking tour of this originally Spanish town, including a stroll around its quaint Old Town. Later, visit the city's original Route 66 section.
DAY 9: Albuquerque.
There is time to further explore this atmospheric city, or seize the chance to ride the aerial tramway up nearby Sandia Peak Mountain and witness spine-tingling views.
DAY 10: Albuquerque - Acoma Sky City - Gallup - Holbrook - Winslow - Flagstaff.
Leave Albuquerque for Acoma Sky City, a 1000 year-old town on a towering sandstone rock. As the oldest continuously inhabited village in the US, it's still populated by the Acoma Pueblo Indians. Cross the Continental Divide to Gallup, the setting for many famous Hollywood films before passing Holbrook's Wigwam Village. On to Winslow, with time to explore its historic downtown district, home to 'the corner' immortalised by The Eagles in 'Take it Easy'. Continue to Flagstaff for an overnight stay.
DAY 11: Flagstaff - Grand Canyon.
Today's highlight is a visit to the spectacular Grand Canyon. Leaving Route 66, you'll have time to walk the canyon rim, soaking up the staggering vistas and watching the changing lights on the towering walls of this natural wonder. To truly experience the Canyon's magnificence, join the optional helicopter 'flightseeing' tour with thrilling aerial panoramas. Overnight in the Grand Canyon National Park.
DAY 12: Grand Canyon - Williams - Seligman - Las Vegas.
Returning to Route 66, you'll pass through historic Williams, viewing the legendary neon signs of its 1940's Motel Row. Next on to Seligman, home to the rebirth of 66, before deviating from the Route for two nights in Las Vegas.
DAY 13: Las Vegas.
A day at your leisure to explore this eye-popping, glittering desert city, dubbed 'Sin City' for its myriad of casinos, themed hotels and lavish shows. Don't miss the Fremont Street experience, where a glass atrium enclosing five city blocks comes alive with dazzling sounds and lights. Alternatively, choose from our optional excursions including an exhilarating raft trip along the dramatic Black Canyon.
DAY 14: Las Vegas - Los Angeles.
This morning traverse desert landscapes and the San Bernardino Mountains to Barstow. After stopping at the Route 66 Mother Road Museum, head for Los Angeles, America's 'Capital of Glamour'.
DAY 15: Los Angeles.
Savour the 'City of Angels' on your morning tour of glamorous Beverly Hills, Sunset Strip, Hollywood and other legendary sights. The rest of the day is yours to perhaps shop or relax, or alternatively, join our Inside Historic Hollywood tour to sample the excitement of this revered film district.
DAY 16: Los Angeles - UK.
Transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK, or extend your stay in San Francisco, Los Angeles or Santa Monica.
DAY 17: Home landing in the UK.
Maximum elevation on this tour is 6,905 ft.
Accommodation on Tour
Chicago: Essex Inn; Springfield: Hilton Springfield; St Louis: St. Louis Union Station Marriott; Branson: Comfort Inn Thousand Hills; Oklahoma City: Best Western Saddleback Inn; Amarillo: Holiday Inn; Albuquerque: Best Western Rio Grande Inn; Flagstaff: Drury Inn & Suites; Grand Canyon: Grand Canyon Park Lodges; Las Vegas: Harrah's Las Vegas Casino and Hotel; Los Angeles: Los Angeles Marriott Downtown.
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Route 66
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What's Included
- Flights UK - Chicago; Los Angeles - UK
- Accommodation on tour in a twin room with private facilities
- Services of a tour director on tour and local representative at other times
- Porterage at hotels during tour (for one suitcase per person)
- Transfers between overseas airports and hotels
- All local and airport taxes/service charges
- Single share option no supplement to pay
Holiday highlights
- Springfield Route 66 Museum, Abraham Lincoln's home and Presidential Museum
- Oklahoma City National Cowboy Hall of Fame and Western Heritage Museum, Route 66 Museum
- Santa Rosa Route 66 Auto Museum
- Acoma Sky City Pueblo Indian Dwelling
- Grand Canyon National Park
- Las Vegas
Departures from
- Birmingham
- Edinburgh
- Glasgow
- London Gatwick
- London Heathrow
- Manchester
Departures between
12 Apr 2012 to 04 Oct 2012
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