Accomodations* 12 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation
* Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) - as per itinerary
The Contiki Difference* 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
Los Angeles (Anaheim) to Las Vegas (Dinner Days)Today, we travel from the deserts of Southern California to the wonderland of Las Vegas. Prepare for a sensory experience like no other this evening as we drive the famous Vegas “Strip.” After seeing the one of a kind light show at Freemont Street, find out why they call Vegas Sin City and hit up some flashy hot spots.
Las Vegas (Breakfast Days)It’s all glitz & glamour as you hang out on the ‘Strip’, relax by the pool, or hit up Sin City’s flashiest party hot spots.
Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon (Dinner Days)Get your kicks on historic Route 66 as you journey to the breath-taking Grand Canyon.
Grand Canyon National Park (Breakfast Days)Hike, walk, or maybe take an optional helicopter flight for an up close experience with this phenomenal natural wonder.
Grand Canyon to Cortez via Monument Valley (Dinner Days)Monument Valley’s quintessentially ‘Wild West’ landscape offers you unrivaled photo ops of dramatic desert backdrops, magnificent mesas, buttes and plateaus. We’ll go for an off road trip of Monument Valley on Navajo Indian Reservation land and check out the landscape of America's spectacular Southwest. Our hotel tonight is in Cortez, located in the beautiful state of Colorado.
Cortez to Albuquerque via Durango (Breakfast, Dinner Days)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 (both optional/seasonal). Get your kicks in Albuquerque, New Mexico along the old Route 66, our home for tonight.
Albuquerque to Amarillo (Dinner Days)This morning, 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 Cadillac Ranch, a most unusual outdoor sculpture garden and tribute to the great American automobile. Tonight's accommodation and dinner in Amarillo are both true examples of real Texan culture!
Amarillo to Dallas (Breakfast, Dinner Days)We’re off to Dallas, where you’ll discover why everything is bigger and better in Texas! From cutting edge architecture, sophisticated shopping, cool nightlife and marvelous museums, find out why they call this city ‘Big D.’ This evening, dust off your cowboy boots, we’re headed to the popular Mesquite Rodeo (seasonal/optional)!
Dallas (Breakfast Days)Today, we visit Texas Stadium, the home of the Dallas Cowboys American football team and "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.
Dallas to Memphis (Breakfast, Dinner Days)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, home of the blues, rock-n-roll and soul music. Tonight rock the night on Beale Street.
Memphis (Breakfast Days)Throw on your blue suede shoes as we head to the private home of Elvis Presley. While there, 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 recorded.
Memphis to New Orleans ( Days)Get set to let the good times roll and get to know “The Big Easy” on a sightseeing tour through swingin’ New Orleans. This afternoon, speed through mysterious swampy waters in New Orleans’ bayous on an airboat tour where you might get personal with an alligator or two (optional, airboats are offered on Day 12 April through August, Day 13 the rest of the year). Tonight, more good times await if you join us on Bourbon Street.
Depart New Orleans (Breakfast Days)This morning the tour ends and it’s time to say farewell to your new friends.
Don't miss our current specials:
- $150 off Europe Trips of 8 days or more
- Save $300 on Airfare - Find out how
Book a Contiki to Europe & save $300 on airfare per couple. They've got deals for solo travelers also.
Valid for new bookings made between March 1st-30th only and must pay air portion in full by March 30, 2010. Offer is valid for $300 off airfare per couple or $150 off if single traveler. All travel myst be completed by NOv 30, 2010. Offer is valid on major airlines. Air tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable after purchase. Once payment is received, 100% cancellation penalties apply. No name changes allowed once a reservation is made. Offer is subject to availability at the time of booking. Offer can be combined with all brochure discounts and $150 Spring Flin tour promo. Promotion can be withdrawn at any time.
- CONTIKI MILITARY DISCOUNT
5% Off for Military Members and Spouses...
Valid for any Contiki trip 8 days or longer. Active or non-active members are eligible, as long as a valid military ID is provided for each person applying the discount. Mention promo code MILITARY0910 to redeem.
Applies to new bookings only. Verification is required. Good for travel through 12/31/2010 Spouses must be traveling at the same time as the military member to apply the discount. Other restrictions may apply.
- 5% off for Contiki Alumni
So you've experienced your Contiki and are ready to go again? You lived it up with travelers from around the world and want more Contiki. Now book another trip 8 days or longer and get 5% off!
Offer valid through August 31, 2010. Valid for trips 8 days or longer. Please call uoo-942-3301 for more details. Verification of previous trip required.
- Travel With Friends and Save Big!
Save 5%
Get 4 or more people to book at the same time and each save 5% off the land.
Save 7.5%
Book 7 or more on the same vacation at the same time and score a 7.5% discount per person.
Round up 10 friends or more, booking the same trip at the same time, and each person saves 10% OR the 11th person travels for FREE.
Book 3 in a room and save 5% on most superior tours.
- Early Payment and Other Amazing Contiki Discounts
Early Payment Discount
Offer #1: Save up to US$399
Must book and pay in full at least 12
months prior to trip departure date.
Valid for select trips only. Offer #2: Save up to US$319
Must book and pay in full at least 6
months prior to departure date.
Valid for select trips only.
Multiple Trip Discounts - Save $100
Book any 2 Contiki trips 10 days or longer, at the same time & get up to US$100 off the cost of the second tour.
Europe Europe – Save US$100
Europe America – Save US$100
Europe + Great Britain – Save US$100
Tours may be in different countries or regions.
Australia & New Zealand - Save $100
Book an Australia and New Zealand vacation at the same time and save US$100 off the total cost.
Tours must be a minimum of 10 days.
- Refer a Friend and You Both Save $100
Share the love! Now that you’ve traveled Contiki and had a great time, it’s time to spread the word and earn some cash! Tell your friends about Contiki and earn up to $100* for each person you refer that books.
Your friends score from the deal too – each one that books a trip eight days or longer will receive $100 in excursion vouchers (good for activities like bungee jumping, gondola cruises and wine tasting).
You can refer up to 10 friends (which equals $1,000 for you!) Simply complete this form and you're on your way. Remember, no cheating ("me, myself and I" do not qualify.)
Terms and Conditions:
1.The referral program is valid for new trips booked as of May 1, 2009.
2.You can refer as many passengers as you’d like! You must provide valid names and e-mail addresses (e.g. you may not enter your own e-mail address or repeat the same address more than once). We will issue up to 10 $100 gift cards per Referrer per calendar year. Referees must be new passengers. Not combinable with Past Passenger discount.
3.Referee must between 18-35 years old at the time of travel.
4.Referee must have been referred online and must mention "Refer a Friend" and Referrer's name when booking their trip.
5.Upon booking their trip, the Referee will receive in their travel documentation $100 in Optional Excursion vouchers. The original Optional Excursion vouchers can be redeemed while on their trip and cannot be exchanged for cash reimbursement.
6.The Referred passenger(s) are responsible for reviewing their travel documentation and making sure they received the Optional Excursion Vouchers prior to their departure from the United States. Contiki will not issue a cash refund to passenger(s) for any Optional Excursion because the Referred passenger(s) paid the tour manager directly, forgot to pack or bring the vouchers on the tour, did not use the entire value of the vouchers, looses the vouchers, or advises us after their travel that they did not receive the vouchers.
7.If booking is made within 14 days of the departure, we cannot guarantee receipt of physical vouchers unless traveler expedites their documents at an additional cost. Scanned copies are not available
8.Contiki is not responsible if a Referrer fails to properly identify a Referee. Contiki will not retroactively record a friend who was not identified at the time of sign-up.
9.Contiki will not allow a Referee to be claimed by more than one Referrer. Once a Referee’s e-mail address has been given, it may not be changed.
10.Cash will be given out in the form of a gift card from a major credit card company with a value of $100. Gift card will be issued to Referrer only after Referee completes travel on their trip of 8 days or longer. If a Referee cancels for any reason, the referral reward is forfeited.
11.Offer is not valid for tour purchases made outside the U.S.
12.Contiki reserves the right to resolve any disputes at its sole discretion.
$100 Referral cash will be received as a $100 American Express cash gift card.
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Airfare Disclaimer
A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link.
Documents
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date. |
Mojave DesertSee the famous Joshua Trees
Las VegasEvening Illumination tour of the famous 'Strip'
Las VegasVisit Fremont Street
Las VegasVisit some of the world's largest hotels & casinos and enjoy the nightlife
Route 66Stop for photos & souvenirs
Grand CanyonStay in the National Park
Grand CanyonVisit a panoramic viewpoint for photos
Grand CanyonHike along the Canyon's North Rim
Grand CanyonWatch a spectacular sunset
Monument ValleyTour Monument Valley's Navajo Tribal Park
Monument ValleySee the Painted Desert
CortezEnjoy an evening in Colorado
CortezDrive through the Rocky Mountains
DurangoExperience the outdoors in this western town
DurangoExperience the outdoors in the Rocky Mountains
DurangoVisit the 'wild west' area
AlbuquerqueVisit Old Town Albuqurque
Santa FeVisit the historic art town
Santa FeExperience Native American culture
AmarilloVisit the pop art tribute to the American automobile Cadillac Ranch.
AmarilloExperience Big Texan culture & food.
ChicagoCity sightseeing tour
DallasTour Texas Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys (subject to availability)
DallasVisit the John F. Kennedy Sixth Floor Museum
DallasEnjoy the nightlife
Little RockSee the Capital Building, Bill Clinton's home whilst Governor of Arkansas
Little RockCross the Mississippi River
MemphisTour Graceland Mansion, home of Elvis Presley
MemphisVisit Beale Street, home of Blues music
MemphisVisit the Civil Rights Museum & Sun Studios
New OrleansSee the French Quarter, Jackson Square & the French Market
New OrleansSee the Garden District Mansions
New OrleansEnjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street
$150 off Europe Trips of 8 days or more
Save $300 on Airfare - Find out how
Book a Contiki to Europe & save $300 on airfare per couple. They've got deals for solo travelers also.
Valid for new bookings made between March 1st-30th only and must pay air portion in full by March 30, 2010. Offer is valid for $300 off airfare per couple or $150 off if single traveler. All travel myst be completed by NOv 30, 2010. Offer is valid on major airlines. Air tickets are non-refundable and non-changeable after purchase. Once payment is received, 100% cancellation penalties apply. No name changes allowed once a reservation is made. Offer is subject to availability at the time of booking. Offer can be combined with all brochure discounts and $150 Spring Flin tour promo. Promotion can be withdrawn at any time.
CONTIKI MILITARY DISCOUNT
5% Off for Military Members and Spouses...
Valid for any Contiki trip 8 days or longer. Active or non-active members are eligible, as long as a valid military ID is provided for each person applying the discount. Mention promo code MILITARY0910 to redeem.
Applies to new bookings only. Verification is required. Good for travel through 12/31/2010 Spouses must be traveling at the same time as the military member to apply the discount. Other restrictions may apply.
5% off for Contiki Alumni
So you've experienced your Contiki and are ready to go again? You lived it up with travelers from around the world and want more Contiki. Now book another trip 8 days or longer and get 5% off!
Offer valid through August 31, 2010. Valid for trips 8 days or longer. Please call uoo-942-3301 for more details. Verification of previous trip required.
Travel With Friends and Save Big!
Save 5%
Get 4 or more people to book at the same time and each save 5% off the land.
Save 7.5%
Book 7 or more on the same vacation at the same time and score a 7.5% discount per person.
Round up 10 friends or more, booking the same trip at the same time, and each person saves 10% OR the 11th person travels for FREE.
Book 3 in a room and save 5% on most superior tours.
Early Payment and Other Amazing Contiki Discounts
Early Payment Discount
Offer #1: Save up to US$399
Must book and pay in full at least 12
months prior to trip departure date.
Valid for select trips only. Offer #2: Save up to US$319
Must book and pay in full at least 6
months prior to departure date.
Valid for select trips only.
Multiple Trip Discounts - Save $100
Book any 2 Contiki trips 10 days or longer, at the same time & get up to US$100 off the cost of the second tour.
Europe Europe – Save US$100
Europe America – Save US$100
Europe + Great Britain – Save US$100
Tours may be in different countries or regions.
Australia & New Zealand - Save $100
Book an Australia and New Zealand vacation at the same time and save US$100 off the total cost.
Tours must be a minimum of 10 days.
Refer a Friend and You Both Save $100
Share the love! Now that you’ve traveled Contiki and had a great time, it’s time to spread the word and earn some cash! Tell your friends about Contiki and earn up to $100* for each person you refer that books.
Your friends score from the deal too – each one that books a trip eight days or longer will receive $100 in excursion vouchers (good for activities like bungee jumping, gondola cruises and wine tasting).
You can refer up to 10 friends (which equals $1,000 for you!) Simply complete this form and you're on your way. Remember, no cheating ("me, myself and I" do not qualify.)
Terms and Conditions:
1.The referral program is valid for new trips booked as of May 1, 2009.
2.You can refer as many passengers as you’d like! You must provide valid names and e-mail addresses (e.g. you may not enter your own e-mail address or repeat the same address more than once). We will issue up to 10 $100 gift cards per Referrer per calendar year. Referees must be new passengers. Not combinable with Past Passenger discount.
3.Referee must between 18-35 years old at the time of travel.
4.Referee must have been referred online and must mention "Refer a Friend" and Referrer's name when booking their trip.
5.Upon booking their trip, the Referee will receive in their travel documentation $100 in Optional Excursion vouchers. The original Optional Excursion vouchers can be redeemed while on their trip and cannot be exchanged for cash reimbursement.
6.The Referred passenger(s) are responsible for reviewing their travel documentation and making sure they received the Optional Excursion Vouchers prior to their departure from the United States. Contiki will not issue a cash refund to passenger(s) for any Optional Excursion because the Referred passenger(s) paid the tour manager directly, forgot to pack or bring the vouchers on the tour, did not use the entire value of the vouchers, looses the vouchers, or advises us after their travel that they did not receive the vouchers.
7.If booking is made within 14 days of the departure, we cannot guarantee receipt of physical vouchers unless traveler expedites their documents at an additional cost. Scanned copies are not available
8.Contiki is not responsible if a Referrer fails to properly identify a Referee. Contiki will not retroactively record a friend who was not identified at the time of sign-up.
9.Contiki will not allow a Referee to be claimed by more than one Referrer. Once a Referee’s e-mail address has been given, it may not be changed.
10.Cash will be given out in the form of a gift card from a major credit card company with a value of $100. Gift card will be issued to Referrer only after Referee completes travel on their trip of 8 days or longer. If a Referee cancels for any reason, the referral reward is forfeited.
11.Offer is not valid for tour purchases made outside the U.S.
12.Contiki reserves the right to resolve any disputes at its sole discretion.
$100 Referral cash will be received as a $100 American Express cash gift card.
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