Western USA - Route 66

WESTERN USA - CHICAGO, ST LOUIS, LOS ANGELES
ROUTE 66
13 DAYS FROM $2,399 US
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Vacation across the USA from east to west with us taking care of everything for you. Chicago - the windy city, Branson and Oklahoma City, Amarillo and Albuquerque, Winslow, Grand Canyon, Vegas and finishing in Los Angeles - the city of angels!

Day 1 - Arrive Chicago
Welcome to Chicago, the Windy City! A complimentary transfer is provided to the tour hotel. Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer your questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Drink at the hotel.

Hotel: The Palmer House Hilton

Day 2 - Chicago – Springfield – St. Louis
We learn about Chicago on an orientation tour viewing the famous Lakeshore Drive, the Magnificent Mile and Navy Pier. Our next stop is Springfield, capital of Illinois and final resting place of Abraham Lincoln. We stop and pay our respects at Lincoln’s Tomb. Later, we arrive in St. Louis for an orientation tour of the city including views of the famous Gateway Arch. This evening we enjoy a Highlight Dinner cruise on the Mississippi River. (Full breakfast / Highlight dinner)

Hotel: Omni Majestic

Day 3 - St. Louis – Meramec Caverns – Branson (2 nights)
We start the day with a tour of the historic Anheuser Busch Brewery. We follow the journey of how beer is produced, visit the famous Budweiser Clydesdales paddock and stables, beechwood aging cellars, historic brewhouse and packaging plant, and taste fine beer and malt beverage products. Later we explore some of the rarest and largest cave formations at the Meramec Caverns and then travel into the heart of the Ozark Mountains to Branson, the all-American musical extravaganza
and entertainment mecca of the Midwest. The evening is at leisure to pursue your own interest - there is something for everyone in Branson! (Full breakfast)

Hotel: Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing

Day 4 - Branson at leisure
We have the full day at leisure to experience one of America’s most popular entertainment destinations. See fabulous shows, enjoy fiddling, comedy, banjo picking, big band, country, pop and more - all performed by legendary entertainers such as Andy Williams, Petula Clark, Yakov Smirnoff and Shoji Tabuchi. Your Tour Director will assist you with planning your day. (Full breakfast)

Day 5 - Branson – Will Rogers Memorial – Oklahoma City
Today we travel along some of the best-preserved sections of Route 66 as we pass through Eastern Oklahoma. Outside of Tulsa we visit the Will Rogers Memorial Museum, dedicated to one of America’s most beloved celebrities. We then arrive in Oklahoma City where we stop at the Oklahoma City National Memorial, commemorating the 1995 bombing of the Federal Building. This evening we are taken to the restored Bricktown district for a Highlight Dinner. (Full breakfast / Highlight dinner)

Hotel: Courtyard Marriott Downtown Map

Day 6 - Oklahoma City – Route 66 Museum – Amarillo
This morning we visit the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum whose mission is “To preserve and interpret the heritage of the American West for the enrichment of the public.” Then we continue to Clinton and visit the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum, where we experience the history and culture of each decade of the great Route 66. As we enter Texas, we’re back on Route 66 for some famous picture stops along the “Mother Road” and arrive in the city of Amarillo. (Full breakfast)

Hotel: The Ambassador Hotel

Day 7 - Amarillo – Albuquerque (2 nights)
After making a short photo stop at the “pop art” sculpture known as Cadillac Ranch, we leave Texas and enter New Mexico. We arrive in Albuquerque for a two-night stay. Albuquerque is the largest city in New Mexico and owes its explosive growth to the economic boom that Route 66 brought to the city during the golden age of the “Mother Road.” Cruise along Albuquerque’s Route 66, now Central Avenue, with its architecture typical of the Route 66 era and stop at the famous 66 Diner, where we step back in time and may be tempted by the delicious shakes and pies. This evening we enjoy a Highlight Dinner featuring Southwestern flavors at a local restaurant. (Full breakfast / Highlight dinner)

Hotel: Albuquerque Marriott

Day 8 - Albuquerque sightseeing & at leisure
This morning, we wander through historic Old Town Albuquerque. Learn about the city’s history, discover interesting original adobe buildings including properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and browse the shops for Southwestern artifacts and souvenirs. This afternoon is at leisure; perhaps join our optional excursion to Santa Fe, complete with a guided open-air trolley tour. (Full breakfast)

Day 9 - Albuquerque – Sky City Acoma Pueblo – Flagstaff
Our first stop this morning is at Sky City Acoma Pueblo, where we are taken on a guided tour with a Native American resident. The oldest continuously inhabited community in North America, this mesa-top village is known worldwide for its unique art and profoundly rich culture. Arriving in Arizona we travel through the amazing landscapes of the Painted Desert and Petrified Forest National Park. Passing through Winslow, Arizona, we head into the cool pine-covered elevations of the Colorado Plateau. We overnight in Flagstaff where old cafes, motor courts and the colorful downtown district all show evidence of the impact Route 66 had on this town. (Full breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: Radisson Woodlands Hotel

Day 10 - Flagstaff – Navajo Reservation – Grand Canyon National Park
This morning we travel north into the Navajo Indian Reservation. After a stop at the historic Cameron Trading Post, we travel along the Grand Canyon’s scenic Desert View Drive taking in the ever-changing vistas. We overnight inside the national park, allowing plenty of time to explore this natural wonder. For the best views of the Grand Canyon, why not take an optional flightseeing by plane or helicopter? (Full breakfast)

Hotel: National Park Lodges

Day 11 - Grand Canyon – Seligman – Kingman – Las Vegas
Today our Tour Director will reveal a Hidden Treasure to us. This morning we enjoy some of the original parts of Route 66 as we stop at the historic towns of Seligman and Kingman, before crossing the Colorado River into Nevada. Today’s journey ends with an afternoon arrival in Las Vegas where there’s time to enjoy the casinos, shows and all-night entertainment. (Full breakfast)

Hotel: Las Vegas Hilton

Day 12 - Las Vegas – Hollywood – Los Angeles
Today it’s back on a portion of Route 66 at Barstow and then on to Los Angeles. Along the way we enjoy some of the sights of Los Angeles, including a stop in Hollywood to view the famous Hollywood Sign, Hollywood Walk of Fame and Grauman’s Chinese Theatre. We then drive along Sunset Boulevard through Beverly Hills and all the way to the Pacific Ocean at Santa Monica, where there is time to wander around. Now that we have had our “Kicks on Route 66,” we enjoy the final evening of our tour with a Farewell Dinner. (Full breakfast / Dinner)

Hotel: The Westin Los Angeles Airport

Day 13 - Depart Los Angeles
This morning is at leisure until hotel check-out when our tour ends. A complimentary transfer is provided to Los Angeles International Airport. (Full breakfast)

Highlights:

Chicago
Springfield
St. Louis
Branson
Oklahoma City
Amarillo
Albuquerque
Flagstaff
Grand Canyon
Las Vegas
Los Angeles

Sightseeing Highlights

Chicago - Enjoy an orientation tour of this beautiful lakefront city.
Springfield - See the tomb of President Lincoln.
St. Louis - Join an orientation tour and visit the Anheuser Busch Brewery.
Meramec Caverns - Explore the one-time hideaway of legendary Jesse James.
Branson - Enjoy two nights in this all-American musical extravaganza.
Tulsa - Visit the Will Rogers Memorial Museum.
Oklahoma City - Visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial and the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum.
Clinton - Visit the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum
Albuquerque - Spend two nights in this major Route 66 outpost; visit Old Town and cruise down Central Avenue.
Sky City - Acoma Pueblo Tour this amazing settlement with a Native American resident.
Petrified Forest National Park - Enjoy a tour through this spectacular landscape.
Flagstaff - See the charming historic downtown and the world’s largest Ponderosa Pine forest.
Pecos National Monument - Learn about the Pueblo Indians.
Grand Canyon National Park - Travel along the canyon’s scenic Desert View Drive.
Las Vegas - Visit the “Entertainment Capital of the World.”
Los Angeles - Enjoy an orientation tour including Beverly Hills, Hollywood and Santa Monica.

Dining Highlights

12 Full breakfasts
1 three-course dinner.
Local highlight dinner cruise on the Mississippi River in St. Louis.
2 local highlight restaurant dinners in Oklahoma City and Albuquerque.
Farewell Dinner with wine in Los Angeles.
17 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights

First Class hotel accommodation includes two-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
Touring by luxury air-conditioned motorcoach with reclining seats and onboard restroom.
The services of one top professional Tour Directors.
A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book with map.
Complimentary airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 13.

Route 66 2010 Optional Excursions

ABQ-1 - Albuquerque Dinner at High Finance Restaurant with Aerial Tramway to Sandia Peak
Experience the drama of an 11,000 square mile panoramic view of New Mexico’s desert landscape, deep canyons and lush forests, from the “World's Longest Tramway” at Sandia Peak. At the top of the tramway (10,378'), enjoy a delicious dinner at the High Finance Restaurant & Tavern with stunning views of the sunset and city lights. A unique and spectacular experience, truly “Above Them All." (Minimum: 10 Passengers) Child: $60.00
70 (US$)

LAS-2A - Bally's Jubilee!
This year marks the 27th anniversary of Donn Arden's lavish stage spectacular - Jubilee! With the most glitter this side of Hollywood, and the most beautiful women this side of the Mississippi, come enjoy the million dollar sets, the Bob Mackie costumes and the A-1 tune-crooning. A brilliant spectacle filled with beautiful showgirls, lavish costumes and intricate sets, Jubilee! sets itself apart as the true Vegas production show. Approximately 74 showgirls fill the stage, adorned with elaborate feathered headdress, sequined dresses, and plenty of rhinestones. At Jubilee, the Titanic sinks nightly, and a stunning tribute to Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers will leave you mesmerized. A true marvel, it's Vegas personified! The Jubilee dancers have been voted "Best Showgirls" by The Las Vegas Review Journal's "Best of Las Vegas" Readers Poll. (Minimum: 15 Passengers; Adults Only)
72 (US$)

ABQ-4 - Full Day Excursion to Santa Fe
Experience the drama of an 11,000 square mile panoramic view of New Mexico’s desert landscape, deep canyons and lush forests, from the “World's Longest Tramway” at Sandia Peak. At the top of the tramway (10,378'), enjoy a delicious dinner at the High Finance Restaurant & Tavern with stunning views of the sunset and city lights. A unique and spectacular experience, truly “Above Them All." (Minimum: 10 Passengers) Child: $60.00
45 (US$)

GCN-7 - Grand Canyon IMAX Movie
This 35-minute spectacular film allows you to explore deep inside the innermost depths of the Grand Canyon. Go where viewers can never go on their own. See the canyon through the eyes of the ancient Anasazi, through the eyes of the first Conquistadors and today’s modern visitor. Raft the mighty Colorado and soar like an eagle amongst the high plateaus. Travel with the first exploration party on a journey of discovery of this remarkable place. Child: $10.00
13 (US$)

GCN-6A - Grand Canyon Tour - 45-50 Min. Fixed-Wing Aircraft Flight (April - September)
The original air tour of the Grand Canyon and the best value! Board an ultra-quiet 19-passenger, climate controlled de Havilland Twin Otter "Vistaliner" for a 40-45 minute Grand Discovery flight over the Grand Canyon. This tour covers the most famous and beautiful parts of the Grand Canyon including the Eastern Zuni Corridor, the Confluence, the North Rim and returns back through the Western Dragon Corridor. The wings on this aircraft are located over the windows which allows for spectacular panoramic sightseeing and picture taking. Subject to weather conditions. (Prices are inclusive of taxes, $10 fuel surcharge and $6 local fees ) Child: $124.00
144 (US$)

GCN-6 - Grand Canyon Tour - 45-50 Min. Fixed-Wing Aircraft Flight (October - March)
The original air tour of the Grand Canyon and the best value! Board an ultra-quiet 19-passenger, climate controlled de Havilland Twin Otter "Vistaliner" for a 40-45 minute Grand Discovery flight over the Grand Canyon. This tour covers the most famous and beautiful parts of the Grand Canyon including the Eastern Zuni Corridor, the Confluence, the North Rim and returns back through the Western Dragon Corridor. The wings on this aircraft are located over the windows which allows for spectacular panoramic sightseeing and picture taking. Subject to weather conditions. (Prices are inclusive of taxes, $10 fuel surcharge and $6 local fees ) Child: $114.00
134 (US$)

GCN-4A - Grand Kingdom - 40-50 Min. Ecostar Helicopter Flight (April - September)
Fly the newest and quietest helicopters in the Grand Canyon "the EC 130." All seats face forward, larger windows. Embark on this 45-50 minute tour of the Eastern Grand Canyon that combines with the renowned beauty of The North Canyon tour. Enjoy spectacular views of the Painted Desert and Colorado River. Subject to weather conditions. (Prices are inclusive of taxes, $10 fuel surcharge and $6 local fees ) Child: $225.00
245 (US$)

GCN-4 - Grand Kingdom - 40-50 Min. Ecostar Helicopter Flight (October to March)
Fly the newest and quietest helicopters in the Grand Canyon "the EC 130." All seats face forward, larger windows. Embark on this 45-50 minute tour of the Eastern Grand Canyon that combines with the renowned beauty of The North Canyon tour. Enjoy spectacular views of the Painted Desert and Colorado River. Subject to weather conditions. (Prices are inclusive of taxes, $10 fuel surcharge and $6 local fees ) Child: $215.00
235 (US$)

GCN-3A - Imperial - 40-50 Min. Helicopter Flight (April - September)
Embark on this 45-50 minute tour of the panoramic magnificence of the Eastern Grand Canyon that combines with the renowned beauty of The North Canyon tour. The spectacular views of the Painted Desert and Colorado River alone make this tour worth its weight in gold. With so much to see and experience, the Eastern Canyon tour is as unique as it is beautiful. Subject to weather conditions.(Prices are inclusive of taxes, $10 fuel surcharge and $6 local fees ) Child: $200.00
220 (US$)

GCN-3 - Imperial - 40-50 Min. Helicopter Flight (October - March)
Embark on this 45-50 minute tour of the panoramic magnificence of the Eastern Grand Canyon that combines with the renowned beauty of The North Canyon tour. The spectacular views of the Painted Desert and Colorado River alone make this tour worth its weight in gold. With so much to see and experience, the Eastern Canyon tour is as unique as it is beautiful. Subject to weather conditions.(Prices are inclusive of taxes, $10 fuel surcharge and $6 local fees ) Child: $190.00
210 (US$)

LAS-1 - Las Vegas Sights & Lights
Whether you’re a first-time or repeat visitor to Las Vegas, you’ll want to join us for this exciting night on the town in the ‘City That Never Sleeps!’ You will gasp at the brilliant Freemont Street Experience, see the countless wedding chapels, and, of course, the most spectacular collection of casino hotels in the world, each trying to outdo one another. There will be plenty of stops along the way to see some of the most spectacular casinos and attractions. Be prepared for an evening that’s full of surprises! Tour duration: approximately 3 hours from the hotel. Child: $29.00
29 (US$)

BSN-4 - Legends in Concert Show & Dinner
Come experience one of Branson’s most popular shows, with five different acts embodying some of the greatest stars of the American musical tradition. All shows feature Elvis Presley and Blues Brothers acts. In addition, shows May-Aug feature Marilyn Monroe, The Temptations, and Gretchen Wilson acts, while shows Sep-Oct feature Jerry Lee Lewis, Bobby Darin, and Donna Summer acts. Dinner is included before the show. (Minimum: 15 Passengers) Child: $45.00
55 (US$)

GCN-2A - Majestic - 25-30 Min. Ecostar Helicopter Flight (April - September)
Fly the newest and quietest helicopters in the Grand Canyon "the EC 130." All seats face forward, larger windows. Your tour takes you over the deepest portion of the Grand Canyon, through the Dragon Corridor, and continues to the North Rim, where you view the incredible geographical differences between the North and South rims of the Grand Canyon. During your return to the South Rim, enjoy breathtaking views of temples, shrines and rock formations sculpted by time while flying above the widest portion of the mighty Colorado River. Flying time is 25-30 minutes. Subject to weather conditions. (Prices are inclusive of taxes, $10 fuel surcharge and $6 local fees ) Child: $165.00
185 (US$)

GCN-2 - Majestic - 25-30 Min. Ecostar Helicopter Flight (October - March)
Fly the newest and quietest helicopters in the Grand Canyon "the EC 130." All seats face forward, larger windows. Your tour takes you over the deepest portion of the Grand Canyon, through the Dragon Corridor, and continues to the North Rim, where you view the incredible geographical differences between the North and South rims of the Grand Canyon. During your return to the South Rim, enjoy breathtaking views of temples, shrines and rock formations sculpted by time while flying above the widest portion of the mighty Colorado River. Flying time is 25-30 minutes. Subject to weather conditions. (Prices are inclusive of taxes, $10 fuel surcharge and $6 local fees ) Child: $155.00
175 (US$)

GCN-1A - North Canyon Tour - 25-30 Min. Helicopter Flight (April - September)
Experience the magnitude of the Grand Canyon and its splendor of ever-changing color in a perspective incomparable to any other method of seeing this “Wonder of the World.” Your tour takes you over the deepest portion of the Grand Canyon, through the “Dragon Corridor,” and continues to the North Rim, where you view the incredible geographical differences between the North and South rims of the Grand Canyon. During your return to the South Rim, enjoy breathtaking views of temples, shrines and rock formations sculpted by time while flying above the widest portion of the mighty Colorado River. Flying time is 25-30 minutes. Subject to weather conditions. (Prices are inclusive of taxes, $10 fuel surcharge and $6 local fees ) Child: $139.00
159 (US$)

GCN-1 - North Canyon Tour - 25-30 Min. Helicopter Flight (October to March)
Experience the magnitude of the Grand Canyon and its splendor of ever-changing color in a perspective incomparable to any other method of seeing this “Wonder of the World.” Your tour takes you over the deepest portion of the Grand Canyon, through the “Dragon Corridor,” and continues to the North Rim, where you view the incredible geographical differences between the North and South rims of the Grand Canyon. During your return to the South Rim, enjoy breathtaking views of temples, shrines and rock formations sculpted by time while flying above the widest portion of the mighty Colorado River. Flying time is 25-30 minutes. Subject to weather conditions. (Prices are inclusive of taxes, $10 fuel surcharge and $6 local fees ) Child: $129.00
149 (US$)

BSN-3 - Showboat Branson Belle Lunch Cruise
Your adventure begins as soon as you step aboard the Queen of the Ozarks—Showboat Branson Belle! Be whisked away on the authentic 1880s-style paddle-wheeler to the days when showboats reigned over the water with style and grace. Explore all 3 decks of this remarkable vessel and capture glimpses of wildlife along the pristine shoreline. Your 2-hour cruise features a delicious 3-course meal prepared fresh daily served by our first-class wait staff and spectacular entertainment unlike any other dinner show in Branson. (Minimum: 15 Passengers) Child: $26.00
50 (US$)
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Child Prices: Apply to children 11 years of age and under.

DEPARTURE DATES
May - October

PRICES
From approx $2,399 US Per Person Double Occupancy