We begin our tour in Los Angeles. We head south and visit the city of San Diego. You can visit the infamous San Diego Zoo, or get wet at Sea World. You will also have the opportunity to rent bikes, rollerblades or surfboards at the beach or just relax in the sun.
We continue east into fabulous Las Vegas, the big city and glitz. Try your luck in one of the many casinos or visit one of the many clubs or shows on offer.
From Las Vegas, we head for the Grand Canyon National Park. Take in the fantastic views of this natural sight from the rim or on one of the legendary hikes. Alternatively opt for a scenic flight over the canyon or spend your day traversing to its depths.
Venturing further to the desert we explore Monument Valley that offers spectacular scenery and an optional Navajo guided jeep tour. On this tour you can learn about the culture and customs of the Native Americans of this area. We then head to Santa Fe, America’s oldest capital city.
Our next stop is Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico, one of the largest cave systems in the world! We journey east through the great state of Texas and stop in Austin to take in hiking, biking and lots of shopping.
We then head to the coast and to New Orleans! Here you can visit the French Quarter complete with lovely architecture, Cajun hospitality and fiery food and evenings of fun.
We next stop at Graceland, Elvis’ home, in Memphis Tennessee. Take in an optional tour of the big house or stroll down Beale Street to see the influences that Jazz and Blues music has had on the USA. Our journey continues to the heart of American country music, Nashville Tennessee. Learn to country-dance, shop downtown or take a leisurely walk along the river.
Leaving Tennessee, we cross the Appalachian Mountains and arrive at the Nation’s Capital, Washington DC. In this great city you will have a chance to take in the Romanesque city complete with museums and many political symbols such as the White House and the Capitol building. In the evening we will take in an Illuminated tour of the monuments. We then head to New York City, the ‘Big Apple’ to end our fantastic three-week Cross Country tour.
Please note this tour runs in both directions and the itinerary is reversed when starting in New York.
Optional Activities:
- Horseback Riding
- Swamp Tour
- MAX Theatre
- Surfing
- San Diego Zoo
- Sea World
- Limo in Las Vegas
- New Orleans Jazz Clubs
- Tour of Graceland
- Mississippi Steamboat Ride
- Smithsonian National Museum
- Grand Canyon Scenic Flight
- Southern Mansion Tour
- Monument Valley Jeep Tour
- National Park hikes
What’s Included in the Programme
- Transportation
- Services of a tour leader
- All 20 hotel/cabins/hostels nights
- Admission to Monument Valley
- Admission to Carlsbad Caves
- Illumination tour of Washington Monuments
- Admission to all National Parks and Monuments on itinerary
What’s Not Included in the Programme
- International Flights
- Travel Insurance
- Spending Money
- Food
Prices and Durations
2010 Prices and Start Dates:
Cross Country Lodging Tour NY - LA $2,639 Jan 16, Feb 20
Cross Country Lodging Tour LA - NY $2,709 Feb 20, Mar 5
Cross Country Lodging Tour NY - LA $2,709 Mar 19
Cross Country Lodging Tour NY - LA $2,799 Apr 8, Nov 13
Cross Country Lodging Tour LA - NY $2,799 May 12, Jun 2, Jul 14, Sep 21, Oct 16
Cross Country Lodging Tour NY - LA $2,959 Jun 9, Jul 21, Aug 18, Sep 8, 22, Dec 24
Cross Country Lodging Tour LA - NY $2,959 Aug 10, 25
Cross Country Lodging Tour LA - NY $3,139 Dec 1
2011 Prices and Start Dates:
Cross Country Lodging Tour NY - LA $2,799 Jan 15, Mar 18
Cross Country Lodging Tour LA - NY $3,139 Feb 19, Mar 4
