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Southern Adventure
U.S.A. Tours
18 - 35 Year Old Singles, Young Professionals and College Students
Overview
Visit the most rocking cities in the United States -
New Orleans, Memphis, and Las Vegas - as well as natural wonders like the Monument Valley and the Grand
Canyon
Itinerary
Day 1 Los Angeles (Anaheim) to
Las Vegas
On to Sin City! Get ready, set, and GO! You are in for the ride of your life on this Grand
Southern tour. Prepare for a sensory experience like no other as we drive the famous Vegas "Strip." You
won't believe your eyes at this electric wonderland! After the light show at Fremont Street, party on at
an optional Las Vegas show. Hotel (D)
Day 2 Las
Vegas
Vegas, Baby! Only in Las Vegas can you visit most of the world's largest hotels and casinos in
one day, gamble while you swim, catapult 327 meters (1,081 feet) up in the air from the top of the
Stratosphere Hotel, feel like you are in Venice, Egypt, New York, Ancient Rome, and Paris all at the same
time, and party like a rock star 24 hours a day! Get out there and do it all - or just lie by the pool
and relax. Tonight, party on at one of Las Vegas's premier hot spots! Hotel
Day 3 Las Vegas to the Grand
Canyon
A World Wonder. You can check one of the World's Seven Natural Wonders off your list today as we
enter Arizona and head to Grand Canyon - a natural treasure. Our modern cabins are located inside the
National Park, just a short walk to the canyon's rim. Cabin (B,D)
Day 4 Grand Canyon National
Park
A World Wonder. At over 1.6km (1 mile) deep and averaging 16km (10 miles) wide, it is easy to
understand why the Grand Canyon is considered one of the world's seven natural wonders. We have the
entire day to hike and explore the national park. Maybe take a sensational helicopter flight over the
canyon (optional). Don't miss the spectacular sunset at the Grand Canyon. Cabin
Day 5 Grand Canyon to Cortez via
Monument Valley
The Wild West. You'll swear you walked onto the set of a Western movie today as we go for an off
road trip of Monument Valley on Navajo Indian Reservation land. Magnificent mesas, buttes and plateaus
are carved out of the landscape of America's spectacular Southwest. Our hotel tonight is in Cortez,
located in the beautiful state of Colorado. Hotel (B,D)
Day 6 Cortez to
Albuquerque
Rocky Mountain High. Passing through the spectacular Rocky Mountain Range, you'll feel like
exploring the great outdoors in Durango by rafting down the Animas River (seasonal) or bouncing through
the backcountry by jeep (optionals). Get your kicks in Albuquerque, New Mexico along the old Route 66,
our home for tonight. Hotel (B,D)
Day 7 Albuquerque to
Amarillo
Everything's Bigger in Texas! Rub the sleep from your eyes as you float over Albuquerque in a
hot air balloon (optional). Santa Fe is our next stop where Native American culture abounds in this
historic art town. After crossing over into the friendly state of Texas, we'll stop at a most unusual
outdoor sculpture garden and a tribute to the great American automobile - the Cadillac Ranch. Tonight's
accommodation and dinner in Amarillo are both true examples of real Texan culture! Hotel (D)
Day 8 Amarillo to
Dallas
You'll be pleasantly surprised by what your road crew has to show you in Dallas - cutting edge
architecture, sophisticated shopping, cool nightlife and marvelous museums. For a taste of another side
of Dallas, dust off your cowboy boots and whoop it up tonight at the popular Mesquite Rodeo
(seasonal/optional). Hotel (B,D)
Day 9 Dallas at
leisure
Visit the home of the Dallas Cowboys, Texas Stadium, "where God watches His favorite team play
football" (when available). Afterwards, you'll have the chance to understand the life, death, and times
of John F. Kennedy, America's 35th President, at the Sixth Floor Museum. Hotel (B)
Day 10 Dallas to
Memphis
Home of the Blues, a President, and a King. Heading into the Deep South, we stop in Little Rock,
the city Bill Clinton called home while Governor of the state of Arkansas. Cruising over the meandering
Mississippi River, we enter Tennessee and the soulful city of Memphis. Let's check out the action on
Beale Street tonight. Hotel (B,D)
Day 11 Memphis at
leisure
"We're going to Graceland, Graceland..." Throw on your blue suede shoes as we head to the
private home of "The King" - Elvis Presley. Check out the wild "Jungle Room", Elvis' gold records and
stage costumes, and the grounds including Elvis' grave. This afternoon there is free time to visit the
Civil Rights Museum, as well as Sun Studios where musicians like U2, Elvis, and Johnny Cash have
performed. Hotel
Day 12 Memphis to New
Orleans
Let the Good Times Roll! We'll introduce you to New Orleans, one of America's most unique
cities, with an orientation tour. Then you'll have the chance to explore the Louisiana Swamps on an
airboat. Afterwards look out Bourbon Street here we come! Hotel
Day 13 New
Orleans
Au revoir. There is time to exchange email addresses and contact details as your tour ends after
breakfast. (B)
Dates & Price
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26 Apr 2012 |
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*Prices are not guaranteed until time of
booking
Important Trip Details
- Tour starts in Los Angeles and ends in New Orleans
- Depart 7:00am Finish 9:30am
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Only a $200 deposit required to
book.
Full payment not due until 45 days prior to
departure. (So if paying within 45 days please
pay full amount).
You are booking a shared room if you would like a single room please call 877
848-7477.
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Highlights
All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour
price!
Included
- Mojave Desert: See the famous Joshua Trees
- Las Vegas: Evening Illumination tour including the famous Las Vegas 'Strip'; Visit the
Fremont Street Experience Light Show; Visit some of the world's largest hotels & casinos and enjoy the
nightlife
- Route 66: Stop for photos & souvenirs
- Grand Canyon: Stay in the National Park; Visit the panoramic lookout; Hike along the rim of
the canyon; Watch a spectacular sunset
- Monument Valley: Tour Monument Valley's Navajo Tribal Park; See the Painted
Desert
- Cortez: Enjoy an evening in Colorado; Drive through the Rocky Mountains
- Durango: Experience the outdoors in this western town; Experience the outdoors in the Rocky
Mountains; Visit the 'wild west' area
- Albuquerque: Visit Old Town Albuqurque
- Santa Fe: Visit the historic art town; Experience Native American culture
- Amarillo: Visit the pop art tribute to the American automobile Cadillac Ranch.; Experience
Big Texan culture & food.
- Dallas: City sightseeing tour; Tour Texas Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys (subject to
availability); Visit the John F. Kennedy Sixth Floor Museum; Enjoy the nightlife
- Little Rock: See the Capital Building, Bill Clinton's home whilst Governor of Arkansas;
Cross the Mississippi River
- Memphis: Tour Graceland Mansion, home of Elvis Presley; Visit Beale Street, home of Blues
music; Visit the Civil Rights Museum & Sun Studios
- New Orleans: See the French Quarter, Jackson Square & the French Market; See the Garden
District Mansions; Enjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street
Accommodations
- 12 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation
- Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) – as per itinerary
- Experienced Tour Manager/Driver
- Modern air-conditioned coach
- Inclusions and sightseeing as outlined below
- Visit 11 States: California ; Nevada ; Arizona ; Utah ; Colorado ; New Mexico ; Texas ;
Arkansas ; Tennessee ; Mississippi ; Louisiana
Optional Excursions
Las Vegas
- Las Vegas Variety Show
- This variety show incorporates some of the best talent Las Vegas has to offer. The
professional dance team is joined by a number of variety acts including professional dancers, a
comedian, a magician and daredevil motorcycle riders.
Grand Canyon
- IMAX Movie
- This movie shows the history of the Grand Canyon on a 23m (70 ft) screen. This movie is
filmed so realistically that you'll think you're part of the action.
- Helicopter Flights
- See the grandeur and beauty of the Grand Canyon from up above on an unforgettable helicopter
flight. 25 minute flights, 45 minute flights and heli-hiking excursions are available. The
heli-hiking adventure takes you to the Havasupai Indian Reservation, located on the canyon floor,
where you will have the opportunity to hike trails and swim in pristine waters. An optional horseback
ride is available upon request with this excursion.
Durango
- River Rafting
- Join your friends and have a blast rafting your way down the Animas River at the edge of the
Rocky Mountains. River trips are provided for all levels of experience and thrill! Depending on the
time of year, the rapids can range anywhere from class 1 to class 3 - but a fun and wet time is
guaranteed for all.(seasonal)
- Outlaw Jeep Tours
- Panoramic tours and professional guides provide historical information of forgotten ghost
towns, rich gold and silver mines and ancient Indian dwellings. Don't miss out on this great
adventure.
Albuquerque
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Experience Hot Air Ballooning in one of the most popular ballooning destinations in the
world - Albuquerque, the home of the world's largest annual balloon fiesta. You'll see views of the
Rio Grande River as you float peacefully above.
Dallas
- Dallas Mesquite Rodeo & real Texas BBQ
- Take this opportunity to experience the real west at the Mesquite Championship Rodeo - You
will witness the cowboys compete in events that will astound you - bull riding, calf roping and
saddle bronco riding. Don't miss this chance for a taste of the real Texas and American
West.
New Orleans
- Airboat Swamp Tour
- Get ready for an exciting adventure! Hitting speeds up to 95km/hr (60mph), take a thrilling
ride through the swamps, marshes and bayous of Louisiana, accessible only by airboat. During your
90-minute journey, you'll stop at places such as "alligator alley"
Souvenirs
- Shirts
- Shirts may be purchased from the Contiki Hotel Representatives in Anaheim or from your Tour
Manager while on tour.
- USA Group Photo
- There's no better way to remember the excellent times you've had and the new friendships
that you've made than with an 8"x10" glossy photo of all the members of your tour.
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