Coast to Coast

East to West Coast USA Escorted Coach Tour Package

(15 days/14 nights - begins New York City, ends Los Angeles) 

Day 01 - Sat: New York Arrival 
Arrive New York City and transfer independently to your hotel, where you will meet your tour escort. Hotel: 2 nights Hampton Inn Madison Square Garden 

Day 02 - Sun: New York Sightseeing 
This morning enjoy a city tour of New York which includes some of the most famous sights of Manhattan. The afternoon and evening are at leisure. Your escort will assist you in making plans. 

Day 03 - Mon: New York - Niagara Falls 
Today drive across the state of New York by Binghamton and through the Finger Lakes Country to breathtaking Niagara Falls. This evening perhaps take an optional trip to Skylon Tower for dinner at its revolving restaurant. Hotel: Renaissance Fallsview 

Day 04 - Tue: Niagara Falls - Corning 
This morning you will have time to explore the awesome natural wonder that is Niagara Falls. Ride into the falls aboard the Maid of the Mist (optional), stroll along Table Rock, view the thundering waters of the Horseshoe Falls, or walk under the falls at Cave of the Winds. Depart Niagara and travel back through the Finger Lakes region. Indulge in a bit of wine-tasting at Watkins Glen, on the shores of Lake Seneca, named for the Seneca Indian Nation. Arrive later this afternoon in Corning, where you might choose to take a tour of its famous Glass Factory (optional). Hotel: Best Western Lodge on the Green 

Day 05 - Wed: Corning - Gettysburg - Washington, D.C. 
This morning travel through the Appalachian Mountains along the picturesque Susquehanna River, the longest river on the American East Coast. This afternoon, visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil, and the place where Abraham Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. Afterwards, you will journey to the nation's capital, Washington, D.C. Enjoy an evening city tour of this exciting city (optional). Hotel: Comfort Inn Tyson's Corner 

Day 06 - Thu: Washington, D.C. - Los Angeles 
Today, transfer to the airport for your flight to Los Angeles, where you will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Airfare cost not included. Hotel: Hacienda Hotel 

Day 07 - Fri: Los Angeles - San Diego 
Travel south through San Juan Capistrano and San Clemente to San Diego, the second-largest city in California, renowned for its year-round mild weather. Following a city tour, visit picturesque Seaport Village, San Diego's relaxing bay-front marketplace. Spend the evening at leisure. Hotel: Four Points Sheraton 

Day 08 - Sat: San Diego - Yuma - Tucson 
Depart San Diego and enter Arizona this morning en route to Tucson, a borderland town that is a postcard image of cactus forests, rolling hills and craggy mountains. Over the centuries, the city has flown the flag of three separate countries, as well the flags of both sides of the Civil War! Tonight enjoy an included Western-style barbeque. Hotel: 2 nights Ramada Foothills 

Day 09 - Sun: Tucson - Tombstone - Tucson 
This morning visit the Mission San Xavier del Bac, known affectionately as the 'White Dove of the Desert' because of its bright white colour, particularly striking against Tucson's blue sky. Then your journey through the Wild West continues with a visit to the once-lawless town of Tombstone, nicknamed 'The Town Too Tough to Die' and site of Wyatt Earp's legendary O.K. Corral shootout. After a walking tour in Tombstone, your tour returns to overnight in Tucson. 

Day 10 - Mon: Tucson - Phoenix - Sedona - Grand Canyon National Park 
Travel through the Sonoran Desert, the richest, most biologically ecosystem in the Americas. Continue to Sedona and see the spectacular red rock scenery. Situated in a unique geological area, Sedona is encircled by distinctive red-rock monoliths with such names as Cathedral and Coffee Pot. Then drive through the breathtaking Oak Creek Canyon before arriving at Grand Canyon National Park. Visit lookout points along the South Rim to fully experience this mile-deep canyon. Hotel: The Grand Hotel

Day 11 - Tue: Grand Canyon National Park - Monument Valley - Page/Lake Powell  
Stop at Desert View this morning and see the Canyon bathed in the early light. As you journey further today, you will enter the Navajo  Indian Reservation, passing the trading post of Cameron. Continue through the Painted Desert to tour Monument Valley, an area that embodies perhaps the most definitive and iconic images of the American West. In the afternoon, we will enter the town of Page, in the Lake Powell Region. Visit the mighty Glen Canyon Dam, the second highest concrete-arch dam in America. From here you'll enjoy views of stunning Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red-rock canyon walls. Overnight in Page. Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott
 
Day 12 - Wed: Page/Lake Powell - Bryce Canyon National Park
Enter the state of Utah this morning. Pass through the town of Kanab before visiting spectacular Bryce Canyon, where a tour through a multi-colored world of sandstone spires and pinnacles will dazzle the eyes. Nature's artistry has created rocks in thousands of shapes and colors, beautiful in their setting against the unusually blue sky. Enjoy the evening at leisure. Hotel: Best Western Ruby's Inn

Day 13 - Thu: Bryce Canyon National Park - Zion National Park - Las Vegas 
Travel today to Zion National Park and see the massive rock formations carved by wind, time, and the Virgin River. This afternoon experience the contrast of Las Vegas, the dazzling 'Entertainment Capital of the World', where round-the-clock shopping, nightly shows, and of course gambling are available. Hotel: 2 nights Circus Circus

Day 14 - Fri: Las Vegas 
Today is at leisure for you to enjoy the many attractions that Las Vegas has to offer. In addition to world-class shopping, bustling casinos, and Broadway-caliber shows, you might simply stroll the famous Strip taking in its amazing sights and sounds, or lie by the pool at your hotel, soaking up the sun. Make sure to bring your appetite, as Las Vegas boasts some of the country's top restaurants. 

Day 15 - Sat: Las Vegas - Los Angeles 
Travel to Los Angeles via the Mojave Desert, home of the world's tallest thermometer, at 134 feet (41 meters) high. Strands of unique Joshua trees dot the mountainous landscape. Tour concludes upon arrival in Los Angeles. Post tour hotel stay available at extra cost.

Prices

Hotels as stated   Tour operates:  Apr 07 to Mar 08 Apr, Sep & Oct 07 departures From £1071 All other departures From £980 Prices are per person based on two sharing, a twin or double room on a room only basis.  Flights NOT included.

Departures 2007/8

2007 Apr 14, 28 May 12, 26 Jun 9, 23 Jul 7, 21 Aug 4 Sep 1, 15, 29 Nov 3 Dec 15 2008 Mar 8

Tour Includes

Accommodations & transportation throughout State and local taxes  All American Picnic Western Barbecue Manhattan, Washington DC and San Diego City Tours Entrance Fees where stated

Tour Excludes

Meals except where stated Airport transfers except where stated. Washington to Los Angeles flight. Excursions & entrance fees except where stated.