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23-Nights Trans-American Adventure from $5,418
Cosmos
OFFER ID 1576165
Take an epic trip across America from sea to shining sea on a 24-day adventure to experience a treasure trove of iconic U.S. destinations. This affordable vacation begins in the Big Apple, exciting New York City, featuring the sights of Broadway, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, and more in "the city that never sleeps." Explore the birthplace of Independence-Philadelphia-and visit the nation’s capital in Washington DC to see the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and Ford’s Theater (site of Lincoln’s assassination). Stop for photos at the White House and Capitol Hill, then have time to visit some of the many world-class (and free) Smithsonian museums. Travel through Williamsport, home of Little League Baseball, and cross the Rainbow Bridge to Canada and magnificent Niagara Falls for an exhilarating sightseeing cruise that takes you up close to the thundering falls! Cross the farmlands and vineyards of Ontario to arrive in the Detroit suburb of Dearborn, Michigan to explore the fascinating Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation to learn the history of the American automobile and other innovations. Continue to the "Windy City" of Chicago on Lake Michigan, with time to admire the iconic architecture, stroll along the Magnificent Mile, visit the Art Institute of Chicago or sink your teeth into an authentic Chicago style deep-dish pizza! Visit Minneapolis, Minnesota-"Land of 10,000 Lakes" and home to the country’s largest shopping mall-the Mall of America. Roll through the farmlands of South Dakota, home of the Sioux Indian Nation and visit Badlands National Park, a dramatic landscape of steep canyons and towering rock spires carved by wind and water amid vast grasslands. In the Black Hills of South Dakota, visit Mount Rushmore, a massive granite monument to four iconic American presidents. Cross legendary cattle ranchlands and the Bighorn Mountains to Cody, Wyoming-home of Buffalo Bill-en route to Yellowstone National Park, America’s first national park. Take in stunning views of the Lower Falls at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, see the spectacular wilderness, the abundant wildlife, and the amazing thermal features, including famous Old Faithful geyser. Visit the Wild West town of Jackson at the foot of the Grand Tetons, then continue to Salt Lake City, Utah. Travel to breathtaking Bryce Canyon National Park with its unique colorful pinnacles called hoodoos and Zion National Park, with its dramatic landscape of steep sandstone canyons, high cliffs and mesas. See one of the Natural Wonders of the World at Arizona’s Grand Canyon National Park with awe-inspiring views from the canyon rim. Then travel to Las Vegas, Nevada, for an exciting visit to the "Strip"-lined with bright lights, extravagant hotels, and casinos. Try your luck at blackjack or the slot machines, shop, or see a show. A drive through the Mojave Desert and over the San Gabriel Mountains takes you to Los Angeles, California for sightseeing that includes Hollywood and Beverly Hills with free time in to explore "The City of Angels." From New York to L.A., and the historic frontiers in between, this affordable U.S. vacation is a once in a lifetime adventure!
23 nights from $5,418 per person
Trans-American Adventure
Day 1 NEW YORK CITY Welcome to the “Big Apple!” Your Tour Director is on hand from 3-6:00 p.m. to answer any questions.
Once you get settled, perhaps head out and start exploring the ‘city that never sleeps’ with its world-famous shopping and restaurants that represent nearly one hundred different national cuisines.
Day 2 NEW YORK CITY New York City is one of the world’s most exciting cities, buzzing with atmosphere and packed with fascinating sights. On today’s guided sightseeing tour, see the major attractions—Broadway, the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, and the 9/11 Memorial. Your afternoon and evening are free to discover some of the many things this larger-than-life city has to offer.
Day 3 NEW YORK CITY–PHILADELPHIA– WASHINGTON DC AREA Head south through New Jersey to Philadelphia, the birthplace of the United States. During your free time, perhaps see Independence Hall and visit the Liberty Bell. On to Washington DC. for a two-night stay. Join an optional dinner and National Monuments by Night tour to see some of the city’s most iconic landmarks in a different light!
Day 4 WASHINGTON DC AREA The nation’s capital is a sightseeing treasure trove. Your half-day tour with a Local Guide features Capitol Hill, the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, and other well-known sights. Stop for photos at the White House and the Capitol. The remainder of the day is free. Perhaps visit one of the many Smithsonian museums like the National Museum of American History to see Dorothy’s ruby slippers from the Wizard of Oz, the National Museum of Natural History to see dinosaur bones and the Hope Diamond, or the National Gallery of Art to see the only Da Vinci oil painting in the western hemisphere. (B)
Day 5 WASHINGTON DC–NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA A scenic day as you head north into Pennsylvania. Travel along the Susquehanna River to Williamsport, the birthplace of Little League baseball and site of the league’s annual “World Series.” Later, cross the Rainbow Bridge to Canada and arrive at Niagara Falls, Ontario, for your overnight stay. (B)
Day 6 NIAGARA FALLS, CANADA–DEARBORN This morning, board your Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise for amazing close-up views from the base of the falls. It’s an exhilarating experience you won’t soon forget! Then travel the Niagara Parkway, admiring the sweeping landscapes of the scenic countryside. Head southwest and cross the farmlands and vineyards of Ontario, to Dearborn, a suburb of Detroit.
NOTE:
Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. Favorable conditions usually exist from May to October. When conditions are unfavorable, a visit to Journey Behind the Falls will be substituted.
Day 7 DEARBORN–CHICAGO Begin the day with a visit to the Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation which showcases the people, places, events, and innovations that have shaped America. Reach Chicago, America’s third-largest city, in the late afternoon. City sightseeing includes all the major landmarks of the “Windy City.” (B)
Day 8 CHICAGO Today is free for independent activities. Consider a visit to the world-renowned Art Institute of Chicago or set your sights higher with a visit to Skydeck on the 103rd floor of Willis Tower for jaw dropping views of the city. Or learn about Chicago and its iconic architecture on an optional river cruise that takes in skyline views from Lake Michigan.
Day 9 CHICAGO–MADISON–MINNEAPOLIS First stop today is Madison, a vibrant city situated between two sparkling lakes. A photo stop at the capitol there before making our way to Minnesota—the “Land of 10,000 Lakes” for a two-night stay in the state’s largest city, Minneapolis.
Day 10 MINNEAPOLIS. EXCURSION TO THE MALL OF AMERICA Enjoy an orientation tour of the bustling downtown area of Minneapolis before reaching the Mall of America, the largest shopping mall in the United States, featuring an extensive range of retail shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
Day 11 MINNEAPOLIS–MITCHELL–OACOMA Into the rich farmlands of South Dakota, homeland of the great Sioux Indian Nation. Stop in Mitchell to see the Corn Palace, a remarkable Moorish-style building where the interior and exterior are covered with designs of corn outlined with grasses and grain. Stay overnight on the shores of the Missouri River in Oacoma.
Day 12 OACOMA–BADLANDS NATIONAL PARK–MOUNT RUSHMORE–CUSTER First, a drive through the prairie as it once was when only buffalo and the Sioux Indians occupied the land. Next is Badlands National Park, where 37 million years of wind and water have carved a remarkably colorful sight. Then, head into the Black Hills and behold the granite faces of Mount Rushmore, a giant monument to four American presidents—Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Roosevelt. This evening, join an optional dinner and visit to Crazy Horse Memorial honoring the brave Lakota chief where an educational and cultural site shares the yet unfinished carving.
Day 13 CUSTER–CODY Head through the rich, mountainous country where open-range cattle kings made war on the sheep ranchers of the 1880s. See Sheridan and then ascend into the alpine region of the Bighorn Mountains, and site of the Battle of Tongue River. Overnight in Buffalo Bill’s frontier town of Cody. (CB)
Day 14 CODY–YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK–WEST YELLOWSTONE Travel through Shoshone National Forest to spectacular Yellowstone National Park. Follow Grand Loop Road to Artist Point with magnificent views of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and the stupendous Lower Falls, nearly twice the height of Niagara. Yellowstone’s abundant and diverse wildlife are as famous as its geysers. It is home to hundreds of animal species, including bears, wolves, bison, elk, and antelope. As a visitor to the world’s first national park, you may be lucky enough to encounter some of these amazing creatures in their natural habitat. Overnight in West Yellowstone.
Day 15 WEST YELLOWSTONE. DAY EXCURSION TO YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK This morning, return to Yellowstone National Park and visit the bubbling mud paint pots and Old Faithful, Yellowstone’s most famous geyser. Old Faithful is known for its predictable eruptions approximately every 90 minutes that spout 3,700-8,400 gallons of boiling water up to 180 feet high! Return to West Yellowstone for an evening at leisure. (CB)
Day 16 WEST YELLOWSTONE–JACKSON Travel south through Idaho and into the Wild West town of Jackson. The afternoon and evening are free to explore the shops and art galleries of historic downtown. Be sure not to miss Town Square, flanked by massive arches made of elk antlers on each corner! Or go with the flow on an optional scenic float trip down the Snake River between Grand Teton National Park and Bridger Teton National Forest keeping an eye out for eagles overhead and wildlife along the shore. (CB)
Day 17 JACKSON–SALT LAKE CITY Today, drive to Salt Lake City, Utah’s vibrant capital. Set on the edge of Great Salt Lake Desert, this center of the Mormon religion is where Brigham Young declared to his followers, “This is the place.” An included orientation tour shows you the Capitol Building, the Tabernacle, and other city highlights. (CB)
Day 18 SALT LAKE CITY–BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK Travel through the sagebrush landscape of southern Utah to Bryce Canyon National Park with its breathtaking sandstone and limestone cliffs, unique formations called hoodoos, and ever-changing colors. This evening is at leisure. (B)
Day 19 BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK–ZION NATIONAL PARK–GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK Travel through the Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel to Zion National Park, a landscape that was carved out by rushing streams over a period of a million years. Then take an incredible drive on the National Scenic Byway, a winding road with stunning views of the dramatic surrounding landscapes. Stop at Cameron Trading Post, a site over 100 years old where Navajo & Hopi locals used to barter, to see Native American handmade jewelry, Indian baskets, Pueblo pottery, and more. Arrive at the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, where you’ll be in awe of this massive canyon with its flame-colored walls plunging 4,800 feet into the Colorado River. (B)
Day 20 GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK–LAS VEGAS Have additional time this morning to enjoy the magnificent Grand Canyon, perhaps from above on an unforgettable optional helicopter ride. Then head to the unique phenomenon of Las Vegas, a desert city with extravagant hotels, big-name entertainment, shopping, and of course, casinos with 24-hour gambling tables and slots. An orientation tour upon arrival shows off many of the themed casino resorts along the colorful “Strip.” Tonight, perhaps take a walk and be amazed by the flashing lights and variety of nightlife.
Day 21 LAS VEGAS A free day to explore Las Vegas. Perhaps take an optional excursion to nearby Hoover Dam and learn why it is considered one of the world’s Top 10 architectural wonders or if you’re feeling a little more adventurous, enjoy the scenery of the Black Canyon on a rafting trip along the Colorado River. This evening, consider joining your traveling companions for an optional dinner at a Brazilian steakhouse and “Vegas! The Show,” a musical journey that pays tribute to the stars who made Vegas the “Entertainment Capital of the World.”
Day 22 LAS VEGAS–LOS ANGELES Today travel through the Mojave Desert and over the San Gabriel Mountains to America’s second largest city, Los Angeles for a two-night stay. Once settled, visit Santa Monica pier for an evening at leisure at this popular California beach.
Day 23 LOS ANGELES Start the day with a sightseeing tour of Tinseltown. You’ll drive to Hollywood and see the footprints of the glamourous stars at the TCL Chinese Theatre, and famous Dolby Theater, home of the Oscars. Then, on to elegant Beverly Hills followed by a drive down the Sunset Strip. The rest of your afternoon and evening are free. Maybe take the chance to go Hollywood with an optional Warner Bros. Studio tour for a behind-the-scenes look at the world of TV and movie production.
Day 24 LOS ANGELES Your vacation ends this morning. You may choose to extend your vacation with extra nights and explore L.A. further.
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Scottsdale, AZ 85258
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