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24 / 26 Days Grand Southern (New York to L.A.)
Tour Prices From US$3289
Brochure Type : USA & Canada 2009 / 2010
Tour code : GSNY
 
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Itinerary
  • Tour Highlight :
    • New Orleans
    • Memphis
    • Little Rock
    • Dallas
    • Amarillo
    • Santa Fe
    • Albuquerque
    • Cortez
    • Monument Valley
    • Grand Canyon
    • Route 66
    • Las Vegas
    • Mojave Desert
       
  • Day 1 - New York to Washington D.C.   Hotel  ( D )
    Stop in both Annapolis and Philadelphia on our way to the city where it all happens, Washington, D.C. See the city all dressed up in light during tonight's illumination tour that includes views of the White House and the Capitol Building.
     
  • Days 2 & 3 - Washington D.C.   Hotel  ( B ) ( B ) ( D )
    Hustle and bustle for two free days around this distinguished city. You’ll get to see all the famous memorials and monuments as well as choose from an endless menu of fun must-dos, including museums, politics, shopping, sports and nightlife.
     
  • Day 4 - Washington D.C. to Raleigh   Hotel  ( B ) ( D )
    We leave hustle and bustle of Washington D.C. for a little Southern Hospitality. Take a break in historic Richmond, a city steeped in American history, before arriving in Raleigh.
     
  • Day 5 - Raleigh to Savannah via Charleston   Hotel  ( B )
    Continue to travel through the gracious Old South with a stop in hospitable Charleston as you head to charming and free-spirited Savannah.
     
  • Day 6 - Savannah to St. Augustine   Hotel  ( B ) ( D )
    Wander the historic squares of Savannah before heading into the cobblestoned ones of America's oldest city, St. Augustine.
     
  • Day 7 - St. Augustine to Cocoa Beach via Kennedy Space Center   Hotel  ( B )
    Today drive south and touch base with outer-space as you explore the Kennedy Space Center before arriving at the surfing capital of the East Coast, Cocoa Beach.
     
  • Day 8 - Cocoa Beach to Miami   Hotel  ( B ) ( D )
    We depart Cocoa Beach today and head south to Miami with a drive along Florida’s “Space Coast.”
     
  • Day 9 - Miami   Hotel  ( B )
    Get into the up-tempo groove of this glitzy global city – play on sun-drenched beaches, max out the credit card shopping, or star spot in South Beach’s hottest clubs.
     
  • Day 10 - Miami to Orlando via the Everglades   Hotel  ( B ) ( D )
    Venture north, with a drive through the country’s largest subtropical wilderness- the Everglades. Then, it’s on to the entertainment hub of Orlando.
     
  • Day 11 - Orlando   Hotel  ( B )
    The fast-paced excitement of Orlando's many theme parks, including Disney World, will keep you hopping all day and night.
     
  • Day 12 - Orlando to Pensacola   Hotel  ( D )
    After two days of fun in Orlando, you'll need a day to rest on the beautiful, white, sandy beaches of Florida's Panhandle on the Gulf of Mexico.
     
  • Day 13 - Pensacola to New Orleans   Hotel  ( B )
    Today, roll through Mississippi and Alabama on your way to New Orleans where you will be greeted by the warm and soulful culture of "The Big Easy."
     
  • Day 14 - New Orleans   Hotel  ( B )
    Simmer in the warm and soulful culture of “The Big Easy”. On your free day, meander in the French Quarter, feast on Creole cuisine, fall under the spell of voodoo, and come evening, get dancing!
     
  • Day 15 - New Orleans to Memphis   Hotel  ( B ) ( D )
    Home of the Blues and the King. Say goodbye to the home of jazz and Dixieland as we head for the Mecca of Rhythm and Blues Memphis, Tennessee. Join us for a night out on the street that made it famous, Beale Street.
     
  • Day 16 - Memphis   Hotel  ( B )
    Pay homage to “The King” in Graceland. This afternoon, make a pilgrimage through this musical mecca before rockin’ the night on Beale Street.
     
  • Day 17 - Memphis to Dallas   Hotel  ( D )
    Stop in Little Rock as you journey through the Deep South to Dallas, where you'll discover why everything is bigger and better in Texas!
     
  • Day 18 - Dallas   Hotel  ( B )
    From big cars to big hair to big belt buckles to big attitude – you’ll see it all as you explore this slick city fondly nicknamed “Big D.”
     
  • Day 19 - Dallas to Amarillo   Hotel  ( B ) ( D )
    We journey across the Texas plains and head into the cowboy town of Amarillo for a night of real Texan culture.
     
  • Day 20 - Amarillo to Albuquerque   Hotel  ( B ) ( D )
    Explore the exotic mix of Native American and Hispanic cultures in artistic Santa Fe before we arrive in Albuquerque.
     
  • Day 21 - Albuquerque to Cortez via Durango   Hotel  ( D )
    Nestled in the Rocky Mountains, Durango provides an absolute paradise for adventure seekers before continuing on to Cortez.
     
  • Day 22 - Cortez to the Grand Canyon via Monument Valley   Hotel  ( B ) ( D )
    We leave the Rocky Mountains for Monument Valley's quintessentially 'Wild West' landscape which offers you unrivaled photo ops before arriving to the Grand Canyon.
     
  • Day 23 - Grand Canyon National Park   Cabin
    Hike, walk, or take an optional flight for an up close and personal experience with this phenomenal natural wonder.
     
  • Day 24 - Grand Canyon to Las Vegas   Hotel  ( B ) ( D )
    Get your kicks on Route 66 as you head toward the bright lights of Las Vegas.
     
  • Day 25 - Las Vegas   Hotel  ( B )
    It’s all glitz and glamour as you hang out on the ‘Strip’, relax by the pool, or hit up Sin City’s flashiest party hot spots.
     
  • Day 26 - Las Vegas to Los Angeles (Anaheim)  ( B )
    Goodbye! It's not over quite yet! On our way back to Anaheim you can shop 'til you drop at the outlet stores. Start planning your next Contiki tour, your day at Disney, or a reunion with your new friends before the tour's end late this afternoon.

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Dates & Rates

Year  Start ( New York ) End ( Los Angeles ) Prices per person in USD
2008 28 Nov 2008  21 Dec 2008 2699
  26 Dec 2008  18 Jan 2009 2699
2009 20 Feb 2009  15 Mar 2009 2699
  23 Oct 2009 17 Nov 2009 3289
  20 Nov 2009 15 Dec 2009 3289
  18 Dec 2009  12 Jan 2010 3289
2010 15 Jan 2010 09 Feb 2010 3289
  19 Feb 2010 16 Mar 2010 3289
  • Tour code : GSNY
  • Important Trip Details
    • Tour starts in New York and ends in Los Angeles
    • Depart: .00am  Finish: 5.00pm
  • # Guaranteed departure
  • Celebrate Christmas in Miami and New Years Eve in New Orleans
  • There tours are 24 days long and do not visit Miami or Cocoa Beach
  • Please refer to Pre & Post Accommodation for some great deals thats can save you money on your trip.
  • Prices correct at time of website going live. Subject to confirmation at time of booking.
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What's Included
  • 25 nights in Twin-share hotel accommodation
  • 21 Breakfast (B), 14 Dinner (D) * as per itinerary
  • Experienced Tour Manager & Driver
  • Modern air-conditioned coach
  • Inclusions & Sightseeing as outlined in Included Highlights box
 
 
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