New York to Washington D.C. (1 Days)
Let Freedom Ring! What an incredible beginning! Four fabulous East Coast states, two tantalizing cities, one U.S. military academy, and a coach load of new friends. We'll pop in on Annapolis, Maryland and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, both lovely and historic, on our way to where it all happens, Washington, D.C. Your jaw will drop at how beautiful this city is lit up at night during this evening's orientation tour that includes views of the White House and visits to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Capitol Building, and the Lincoln, Jefferson and FDR Memorials.

Washington DC at Leisure (2 Days)
Phew, so much to do in two days - you can see the White House, Capital Building, Washington Monument, and Library of Congress. There is also plenty of time to visit the Smithsonian museums - the Museum of Natural History, the National Air and Space Museum and the Museum of American History.

Washington D.C. to Raleigh (1 Days)
Southern Hospitality at its best. We leave Washington D.C on a thoughtful note as we visit the Kennedy gravesites and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery on our way to North Carolina. We'll stop in historic Richmond, Virginia before arriving in Raleigh, North Carolina, your home tonight.

Raleigh to Savannah (1 Days)
Hi Y'all. Practice your best Southern drawl as you cross the Carolinas today into Georgia. Your road crew will introduce you to the charming city of Savannah and show you the historic squares where "Forest Gump" and "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" were filmed. Tonight, why not join us for dinner at the Pirates House? (optional) After we'll head to the riverfront where the nightlife is way too tempting!

Savannah to St. Augustine (1 Days)
You'll have time to wander the historic squares of Savannah before heading into, America's oldest city, St. Augustine, Florida. Your road crew will introduce you to this historic city and you'll have time to explore the town. Tonight, join us for a ghostly adventure! (optional)

St. Augustine to Orlando including Kennedy Space Center (1 Days)
Blast Off! You will have most of the day to explore Kennedy Space Center. Your tour includes the Saturn V rocket, the history of the Apollo moon landing flights and views of the Space Shuttle Launch pads. This afternoon we'll make our way to Orlando, our home for the next three nights.

Orlando at leisure (2 Days)
There are plenty of parks to choose from - Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, Sea World, and the Walt Disney World complex including Magic Kingdom, EPCOT Centre, Animal Kingdom, and the Disney - MGM Studios. For nightlife, why not try Disney's Pleasure Island or Universal's City Walk.

Orlando to Pensacola (1 Days)
Life's a Beach. 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.

Pensacola to New Orleans (1 Days)
Let the Good Time Roll! Today you will cross the states of Mississippi and Alabama, as we make our way to New Orleans. We'll introduce you to New Orleans, one of America's most uniques cities,with a orientation tour. Then you'll have the chance to explore the Louisiana Swamps on an airboat. Afterwards look out Bourbon Street here we come!

New Orleans at leisure (1 Days)
"Joie de vivre" oozes out of every pore of this tantalizing city. Your senses will be on overload as you sip café au lait and try beignets at Café du Monde, meander along the sexy streets of the French Quarter, and awe at the immense mansions in the Garden District.Tonight, we'll dance to the jazzy beat of Dixieland while eating Cajun delights on a riverboat cruise on the mighty Mississippi this evening. (optional)

New Orleans to Memphis (1 Days)
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.

Memphis at leisure (1 Days)
"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.

Memphis to Dallas (1 Days)
Everything's Bigger in Texas! Cruising over the meandering Mississippi River, we depart Tennessee and the soulful city of Memphis. Before leaving the Deep South, we stop in Little Rock, the city Bill Clinton called home while Governor of the state of Arkansas. You'll be pleasantly surprised by what your road crew has to show you in Dallas - cutting edge architecture, sophisticated shopping, cool nightlife, and marvellous museums.

Dallas at leisure (1 Days)
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.

Dallas to Amarillo (1 Days)
Today's journey takes us across the Texas plains where we arrive late afternoon into the cowboy town of Amarillo. This evening's accommodation and dinner are both true examples of real Texan culture!

Amarillo to Alburquerque (1 Days)
Before crossing out of 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. Santa Fe is our next stop where Native American culture abounds in this historic art town. Get your kicks in Albuquerque, New Mexico along the old Route 66, our home for tonight.

Albuquerque to Cortez (1 Days)
Rocky Mountain High. Rub the sleep from your eyes as you float over Albuquerque in a hot air balloon (optional). Leaving New Mexico, we'll drive 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). Our hotel tonight is in Cortez, located in the beautiful state of Colorado.

Cortez to the Grand Canyon (1 Days)
Ooh Aah… 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. Late this afternoon we'll arrive at Grand Canyon National Park where you'll be awed by its magnificence.

Grand Canyon National Park (1 Days)
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.

Grand Canyon to Las Vegas (1 Days)
On to Sin City! From quiet beauty to outrageous bright lights - Las Vegas awaits you! 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 cabaret show

Las Vegas (1 Days)
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!

Las Vegas to Los Angeles (Anaheim) (1 Days)
We love LA! We have a leisurely start this morning before we leave Sin City and finish up our tour. What an incredible ending! 22 fabulous states, jazz, blues Rock-n-Roll, vibrant cities, one U.S. military academy, and a coach load of new friends all add up to a lifetime of fantastic memories. Your epic journey across America ends late this afternoon. (remember, what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas)
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