Travel through Santa Ynez Valley to Santa Barbara, with its palm lined walkways and white sandy beaches. Free time to enjoy the Spanish Heritage and architecture. Sightseeing tour on arrival in Los Angeles ending early evening.

On your guided city tour visit Union Square, the Civic Centre and Fisherman’s Wharf and views of Twin Peaks, East Bay. See the fog swirl through the mystic Golden Gate. Remainder of the day is at leisure.

Morning departure for Sacramento, capital of the Golden State. We stop in the Old Town once the centre of the Gold Rush and terminus of the Pony Express. Continue to Lake Tahoe, in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Visit Virginia City (mining metropolis). Short drive to your hotel in Reno.

Journey through the Black Rock Desert across the sagebrush plains of Nevada, follow the often dry Humboldt River, a route used by early pioneers on the Oregon and California Trails. Visit Elko, once a rough town at the end of the Central Pacific Railroad. Cross the state line at Jackpot to Idaho.

We cross the Snake River, known as the River of no return and visit Craters of the Moon the eerie desert that resembles lunar landscape, training for the first men to the moon took place at Yellowstone National Park.

Enjoy a comprehensive tour of this immense geothermal wonderland, including Yellowstone Lake, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, the Canyon’s majestic falls and beautiful Hayden Valley.

Through the rugged, snow capped mountains to Grand Teton National Park. Continue to Jackson Hole, the Crown Jewel of the Rocky Mountains. Through southern Idaho to Salt Lake City in the Mormon State of Utah. See the State Capitol Building, Temple Square and the Tabernacle.

Morning at leisure in Salt Lake City. Then to Moab, where the landscape is distinguished by the shady depths of thousand foot deep canyons and snow capped peaks.

Visit two of America’s most spectacular national parks. The Arches National Park, with over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, fins and pinnacles. At Canyonlands National Park, we explore the sandstone landscape eroded by the Colorado River into hundreds of canyons, mesas and buttes. Optional Boat Float trip on the River.

Visit Capitol Reef National Park, of great natural beauty, with remnants of a pioneer town established in 1937 to protect the Waterpocket Fold, a 100mile wrinkle in the Earth’s crust. Continue to Bryce Canyon, where the multi coloured sandstone spires will dazzle your eyes.

On to Lake Powell, the second largest man-made lake in America. Across the Colorado River, to the Navajo Indian Reserve, drive through the Painted Desert via the Cameron Trading Post. We stop at the South Rim of the Grand Canyon to experience this mile deep Canyon.

Descend the Coconino Plateau into the Mojave Desert, then through Seligman, a town built along Route 66 that looks as if it were frozen in time (60years ago). On to the dazzling Las Vegas.

Day at leisure to select your preferred attractions and shows. Optional trip to Death Valley.

Travel to Los Angeles via the Mojave Desert, strands of unique Joshua trees dot the mountainous landscape. Upon arrival in Los Angeles we tour: Hollywood, Sunset Strip and panorama of Beverly Hills, before your tour ends in the evening.

Stroll through the Freedom Walk one of America’s most famous paths, explore the history of this charming elegant city. Head south to Plymouth, arrival point of the Pilgrims of the New World, see Plymouth Rock and the Mayflower. Continue to your hotel in Cape Cod.

Enjoy a day at leisure in Cape Cod or join an optional visit to Martha’s Vineyard.

Travel through San Juan Capistrano and San Clemente to San Diego. You will visit the Seaport Village and San Diego’s Marketplace with time at leisure. Evening return to Los Angeles.

Depart for the rugged San Jacinto Mountains and Palm Springs, a lively downtown area. We continue across the desert to Arizona’s Capital and your hotel in Phoenix.

Through the New England states of New Hampshire and Vermont on your way to Canada, past quaint villages and the picturesque White Mountains, particularly beautiful during the fall foliage. Across the US-Canadian border to Québec. Optional dinner this evening.

Tour Québec City, capital of the province and a WHS, including Québec Provincial Parliament Building and the Citadelle. On our walking tour view the Chateau de Frontenac and the Saint Lawrence River. Afternoon tour of Old Montréal, see the Vieux Port, Place Jacques Cartier and the Notre Dame Basilica.

Panoramic of Toronto’s business district with its impressive skyscrapers, the CN Tower, the world’s tallest at 553m. Along Lake Ontario we cross the Welland Canal and view the natural wonder of Niagara Falls. Stroll along Table Rock and the thundering water of Horseshoe Falls. Optional Maid of the Mist boat ride.

Through the cultivated landscapes of the Finger Lakes Region, we enter the Keystone State of Pennsylvania. We visit the Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the most major battles fought on American soil, and where Abraham Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. Then along the Susquehanna River to Pennsylvania.

Travelling the countryside to visit an Amish Museum, observe their traditions of simple living (entry included), a world that stopped in the mid 1850s. No electricity, mechanical devices, or modern equipment. The day will end at the nation’s capital, Washington DC.

Your city tour will include the US Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, the FBI Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery and the John F Kennedy Memorial. Remainder of the day free to explore or visit the Smithsonian Institute.

Return to New York with en route stop at Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell in Philadelphia. The tour ends at approximately 18.30 in midtown Manhattan.

This morning travel through the New England states of New Hampshire and Vermont on your way to Canada. You will pass small villages and drive through the picturesque White Mountains, particularly beautiful during the fall foliage. In the late afternoon, cross the US-Canadian border to enter the province of Québec.

Begin the day with a tour of Québec City, the French capital of the province and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Highlights include the Québec Provincial Parliament Building and the Citadelle. Walking tour of the walled city, where you will see the Chateau de Frontenac, as well as unparalleled views of the Saint Lawrence River. Free time for shopping and lunch before leaving for Montréal. Upon arrival, go on a tour of Old Montréal, the area known as the “Vieux Port,” with stops at Place Jacques Cartier and Notre Dame Basilica. The evening is at leisure.

Begin the day with a drive through Toronto’s business district to see its impressive collection of modern skyscrapers, most notably, the CN Tower, the world’s tallest free-standing structure (1,815 ft). Continue along Lake Ontario, crossing the Welland Canal, before arriving at Niagara Falls. Stroll along Table Rock and view the thundering water of the Horseshoe Falls. Perhaps take an optional tour on the renowned Maid of the Mist boat ride at the base of the Falls.

Today ride through the rolling farmland of upstate New York, known as the Finger Lakes Region, and enter the Keystone State of Pennsylvania. This afternoon, visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil, and where Abraham Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. Travel along the Susquehanna River to South Pennsylvania.

Travel through rural countryside to Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Visit an Amish Museum and see their 300 year-old tradition of simple living (admission included). The Amish people live in a world that stopped in the mid1850s. They use no electricity, mechanical devices, or modern equipment. In the afternoon, continue to the nation’s capital, Washington DC.

On your city tour view such highlights as the US Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, the FBI Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery and the John F Kennedy Memorial. Remainder of the day explore some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute.

Transfer to New York via Philadelphia where you will stop to see Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell. The tour ends in midtown Manhattan upon arrival at the Hotel Sheraton New York and Towers at approximately 18.30 hours.

This morning travel through the New England states of New Hampshire and Vermont on your way to Canada. You will pass small villages and drive through the picturesque White Mountains, particularly beautiful during the fall foliage. Late afternoon border crossing to enter the province of Québec.

Begin the day with a tour of Québec City, the capital of the province and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The highlights: Québec Provincial Parliament Building and the Citadelle. Then enjoy a walking tour of the walled city, where you will see the Chateau de Frontenac, as well as unparalleled views of the Saint Lawrence River. Time for shopping and lunch before leaving for Montréal. Upon arrival, tour the area known as the Vieux Port, with stops at Place Jacques Cartier and Notre Dame Basilica. The evening is at leisure.

Begin the day with a drive through Toronto’s business district to see its impressive collection of modern skyscrapers, most notably, the CN Tower, the world’s tallest free-standing structure. Continue along Lake Ontario, crossing the Welland Canal, before arriving at Niagara Falls. Stroll along Table Rock and view the thundering water of the Horseshoe Falls. Perhaps take an optional tour on the renowned Maid of the Mist boat ride at the base of the Falls.

Travel through the rolling farmlands of upstate New York, known as the Finger Lakes Region, and enter the Keystone State of Pennsylvania. 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. Travel along the Susquehanna River to South Pennsylvania for overnight.

Travel through rural countryside to Pennsylvania Dutch Country. Visit an Amish Museum and see their 300-year-old tradition of simple living (admission included). The Amish people live in a world that stopped in the mid 1850s. They use no electricity, mechanical devices, or modern equipment. In the afternoon, continue to the nation’s capital, Washington DC

Enjoy a city tour with such highlights as the US Capitol Building, the FBI Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the John F Kennedy Memorial. Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute.

Depart this morning for Williamsburg, Virginia’s colonial capital. Walk along the Duke of Gloucester Street to visit some of the impressive public buildings, colonial houses and the College of William and Mary (admissions may apply).

Today, travel along portions of the Blue Ridge Parkway, through the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains for an early afternoon arrival in Cherokee, in the heart of North Carolina.

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery as you visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Explore the Mountain Farm and Museum to glimpse the life of an Appalachian farmer. Continue through Knoxville to Nashville, capital of Tennessee and home to country & western music.

Depart Music City today, travelling across the beautiful Tennessee countryside. Arrive in Memphis, the city known for blues music and cotton, where you will take a city tour including Beale Street, the heart of the blues music scene. Memphis is a city alive with the sweet melancholy sounds of the blues. This afternoon fans of Elvis Presley have the opportunity for an optional tour of Graceland.

Today’s tour takes you to Mississippi, the Magnolia State. Pass through Jackson, the state capital, and continue to Louisiana and New Orleans, the most exciting city in the South. Optional Jazz cruise aboard a Mississippi Steamboat.

Your day is at leisure to take in the French influence and grandeur of New Orleans. Explore the French Quarter with its trademark wrought iron balconies overlooking the narrow, cobblestone streets which are lined with many fine restaurants and Dixieland jazz clubs. Your tour escort will assist you with planning the day’s activities.

This morning, travel along the Mississippi Gulf Coast through Mobile, Alabama to the city of Pensacola. En route we visit one of the top 10 rose gardens in America at the Bellingrath Home.

Travel through rural Florida to Ocala, known for thoroughbred horse ranches. Continue through central Florida, heart of America’s citrus industry, and on to Orlando for an evening arrival.

Day at leisure. Spend the day relaxing by the pool, or optional visit to Walt Disney World attraction, such as Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park (entry not included).

Drive to the Kennedy Space Centre, home of America’s space programme (admission included). Continue to Miami where your tour ends by early evening.

The highlights of your city tour are the US Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, the FBI Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery with the John F Kennedy Memorial. Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute.

Depart this morning for Williamsburg, Virginia’s colonial capital. Walk along the Duke of Gloucester Street to visit some of the impressive public buildings, colonial houses and the College of William and Mary (admissions may apply). Evening at leisure in Winston/Salem.

Enjoy the breathtaking scenery as you visit Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Explore the Mountain Farm and Museum to glimpse the life of an Appalachian farmer. Continue through Knoxville to Nashville, capital of Tennessee and home to country & western music.

Today we travel across the beautiful Tennessee countryside. Arrive in Memphis, the city known for blues music and cotton, where you will take a city tour including Beale Street, the heart of the blues music scene, as well as the Civil Rights Museum. This afternoon, fans of the King of Rock and Roll have the opportunity to tour Graceland, former home of Elvis Presley (optional).

We travel to Mississippi, the Magnolia State. Pass by Jackson, the state capital, and continue to Louisiana and New Orleans, the most exciting city in the South. Tonight you have the option to join a Jazz Cruise aboard an original Mississippi Steamboat.

A full day at leisure to take in the French flavour and grandeur of New Orleans. Explore the French Quarter with its trademark wrought iron balconies overlooking the narrow, cobblestone streets which are lined with many fine restaurants and Dixieland jazz clubs. An escort will assist you with planning the day’s activities, perhaps: a swamp tour, a visit to a nearby plantation followed by a relaxed Jazz Brunch or a night stroll through the uniquely fascinating French Quarter.

This morning we travel along the Mississippi Gulf Coast through Mobile, Alabama to the city of Pensacola. En route visit one of the top 10 rose gardens in America at the Bellingrath Home (admission included).

Travel through rural Florida to Ocala, known for thoroughbred horse ranches. Continue through central Florida, heart of America’s citrus industry, and on to Orlando for an evening arrival at your hotel.

Spend the day relaxing by the pool, or visit one of Orlando’s well known attractions, such as Walt Disney World Resort’s Magic Kingdom Park, Epcot, Disney/MGM Studios, Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park (admissions not included).

Drive to the Kennedy Space Centre, home of America’s space programme (admission included).The tour of the complex takes you to the launch pad of the Space Shuttle and there will be time to explore the space museum before continuing on. Arrive in Miami by early evening where your tour ends.

NB: for passengers leaving the tour today in Orlando, your services end upon check-out from the hotel in Orlando.

This morning enjoy a city tour of New York which includes some of the most famous sights of Manhattan. Catch glimpses of the famous skyline as you absorb the bustle and energy of the Big Apple. Afternoon and evening at leisure.

Today we drive across the state of New York by Binghamton and through the Finger Lakes Country to breathtaking Niagara Falls. Indulge in a bit of wine-tasting at Watkins Glen, on the shores of Lake Seneca, named for the Seneca Indian Nation. Spend the evening at the romantic Niagara Falls.

This morning travel through the Appalachian Mountains along the picturesque Susquehanna River, the longest river on the American East Coast. This afternoon we visit the historic Gettysburg Civil War National Battleground, site of the largest battle ever fought on American soil, and where Abraham Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. Afterwards we journey to the nation’s capital, Washington DC. Optional evening tour in this exciting city.

Enjoy a city tour with such highlights as the US Capitol Building, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, the FBI Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the John F Kennedy Memorial. Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute.

Further sightseeing as we depart Washington DC to Philadelphia, the city of Brotherly Love, where we will see Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell before returning to New York City. Your tour ends upon arrival in Midtown Manhattan at approximately 18.00hrs.

Morning city tour of Atlanta and learn about one of its renowned residents, Margaret Mitchell, author of “Gone with the Wind”. This afternoon we visit Margaret Mitchell’s apartment and the Road to Tara Museum and Stately Oaks Plantation which was the inspiration for Tara. View the memorabilia from the movie including costumes worn by the stars Clark Gable and Vivien Leigh.

Depart Atlanta and head west to Augusta. Augusta is the second oldest city in Georgia and is home to the prestigious Masters Golf Tournament. Afternoon arrival in historic Charleston and guided walking tour of this city by the sea. You will have time to stroll down the cobblestone walkways and admire the fine architecture. In the evening, you may want to enjoy a romantic carriage ride or a sunset cruise

Journey south to Savannah. En route stop on Port Royal Island and see Beaufort, South Carolina’s second oldest city. Its impressive Antebellum architecture has been the backdrop to a number of movies, including “Forrest Gump”. Continue on to Savannah, once the world’s largest cotton port. Savannah controlled the prices of the world cotton market with its own cotton exchange. Founder James Oglethorpe laid out the city squares. The Civil War destroyed a large portion of Georgia, but Savannah was spared. Numerous buildings around the tree-shaded squares are hundreds of years old. Many of them are very well preserved and some remain open to the public. On your historical guided walking tour learn about the fascinating history of the Antebellum residences. The old cotton warehouses that line the river are now converted into shops and quaint restaurants.

Depart Savannah and drive south along the coast of Georgia, the cities you will pass are as rich with history as they are full of charm. In the afternoon we enter the state of Florida and pass Jacksonville. Evening arrival in Florida’s state capital, Tallahassee, one of the nations smaller and quieter capitals, with oak lined streets and soft hills surrounding the city.

Travel to Pensacola, founded in 1599 by Spanish colonists and the first European settlement. Known for its Gulf shoreline, most of which is state and federal parks. Next stop is Mobile, Alabama. Founded in 1702, Mobile rapidly became one of the most important ports along the Gulf Coast. In the evening arrive in New Orleans. The city today is a unique blend of Spanish, French, Caribbean, African and Anglo-Saxon influences. This is obvious in the food, architecture and of course, the music. Optional guided tour through the French Quarter and a Jazz Club visit.

Full day at leisure. Optional morning tour to a famous Louisiana Plantation followed by a Jazz Brunch in the Quarter.

Tour of Baton Rouge capitol of Louisiana. Continue via the historic Natchez Trace Parkway to Natchez. The parkway is a 444 mile drive through exceptional scenery and years of Native American and European history. The oldest European settlement on the Mississippi River. Before the Civil War, plantation owners built magnificent antebellum homes as the area was considered safer from flooding. We visit one of the homes and learn about the wealth of these 19C millionaires.

Morning drive to Memphis. This large river port was one of the most important links in the cotton trade before the Civil War. Memphis is also known as the “Home of the Blues.” A city tour will take you to the city’s liveliest street, Beale Street, where the Blues are played in almost a dozen clubs. Visit Front Street, known as Cotton Row, where cotton traders and merchants conducted business. Optional visit to Graceland, the home of Elvis Presley.

Journey to Nashville, the capital of Country and Western music. The city earned its title with the first airing of the WSM Barn Dance radio program, the forerunner of the Grand Ole Opry. The Ryman Auditorium, the studios near Music Row, and Opryland itself attest to Nashville’s reputation as the most important city in Country and Western music.

Departing Nashville, we head to Chattanooga, home to the famous Choo Choo and which has received national recognition for the renaissance of its beautiful downtown and redevelopment of its riverfront. In the afternoon, drive to Atlanta where our tour ends.

On the tour of Atlanta and learn about a famous residents, Margaret Mitchell who wrote “Gone with the Wind” in 1936, the book depicted the life of the spoiled daughter of a plantation owner and follows her life through the Civil War and Reconstruction. The story takes place in Atlanta in a small town named Jonesboro. We visit Margaret Mitchell’s apartment and the Road to Tara Museum and Stately Oaks Plantation which was the inspiration for Tara and the opportunity to view memorabilia from the movie including costumes worn by the stars Clark Gable and Vivien Leigh.

Depart Atlanta and head west to Augusta. Augusta is the second oldest city in Georgia and is home to the prestigious Masters Golf Tournament. In the afternoon, we will arrive in historic Charleston and enjoy a guided walking tour of this city by the sea. You will have time to stroll down the cobblestone walkways and admire the fine architecture. In the evening, you may want to enjoy a romantic carriage ride or a sunset cruise

Journey south to Savannah. En route stop on Port Royal Island and see Beaufort, South Carolina’s second oldest city. Its impressive Antebellum architecture has been the backdrop to a number of movies, including “Forrest Gump”. Continue on to Savannah, once the world’s largest cotton port. Savannah controlled the prices of the world cotton market at her cotton exchange. James Oglethorpe laid out the city squares, the Civil War destroyed a large portion of Georgia, but Savannah was spared. Many of the buildings are very well preserved and some are open to the public. Enjoy a guided walking tour to learn more about the fascinating history of the Antebellum residences. The old cotton warehouses that line the river are now converted into shops and quaint restaurants.

Depart Savannah and drive south along the coast of Georgia past cities rich with history as they are full of charm. Afternoon arrival in state of Florida, pass Jacksonville and in the evening arrive in Florida’s state capital, Tallahassee. One of the nations smaller and quieter capitals, with oak lined streets and soft hills surrounding the city.

Travel to Pensacola, founded in 1599 by Spanish colonists and the first European settlement. Today, the area is known for its miles of Gulf shoreline, many are preserved as parklands. Next stop is Mobile (Alabama). Founded in 1702, it was one of the most important ports along the Gulf Coast. Evening arrival in New Orleans, a unique blend of Spanish, French, Caribbean, African and Anglo-Saxon influences. This is obvious in the food, architecture and of course, the music. Optional guided tour through the French Quarter and visit a Jazz Club.

Your day is at leisure. Or join an optional morning tour to a famous Louisiana Plantation followed by a Jazz Brunch in the Quarter.

Independent departure from your hotel.

Day at leisure. Optional morning tour to a famous Louisiana Plantation followed by a Jazz Brunch in the Quarter.

Travel to the capitol of Louisiana and tour Baton Rouge. Continue via the historic Natchez Trace Parkway to Natchez. The parkway is a 444 mile drive through exceptional scenery and years of Native American and European history. Natchez, is the oldest European settlement on the Mississippi River. Before the Civil War, wealthy plantation owners from Louisiana built magnificent antebellum homes as the area was considered safer from flooding. We visit one of the homes and learn about the wealth of these 19C millionaires.

Journey to Nashville, the capital of Country and Western music. The city earned its title with the first airing of the WSM Barn Dance radio program, the forerunner of the Grand Ole Opry. The Ryman Auditorium, the studios near Music Row, and Opryland itself attest to Nashville’s reputation as the most important city in Country and Western music.

Departing Nashville, we head to Chattanooga, home to the famous Choo Choo and which has received national recognition for the renaissance of its beautiful downtown and redevelopment of its riverfront. Arrive into Atlanta in the afternoon.

Independent departure from your hotel.

Our morning tour includes the US Capitol Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the John F Kennedy Memorial. Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute.

Travel to Gettysburg and visit Gettysburg National Military Park, site of one of the most decisive battles during the American Civil War, and the place where Abraham Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. Continue through upstate New York to Buffalo on our way to Niagara Falls.

Depart Detroit and travel along Lake Michigan, and tour of Chicago’s stunning high rise architecture, the Lake Shore Drive, the Magnificent Mile and Navy Pier on arrival.

A full day at leisure in Chicago. Optional Architectural River Cruise, the best way to see Chicago’s impressive and famous architecture up close.

Travel through Midwest farm country abundant in corn fields, wheat fields and dairy farms. Then we cross the mighty Mississippi River into the state of Iowa to arrive just as Lewis and Clark did 200 years ago on the banks of the Missouri River.

Travel westward through the grasslands of South Dakota to Badlands National Park, once home to the buffalo and antelope, with strange shaped and colourful rock formations. We continue to the Black Hills, sacred to the Plains Indians and home to Mount Rushmore, a monument to four presidents of America: Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Roosevelt.

Enter the “Equality State”, Wyoming, which has twelve mountain ranges intermixed with deserts and rolling grasslands. Continue to Cody for the night, (weather permitting).

Drive past the mountains in Wyoming to Yellowstone, America’s first National Park , visit this immense geothermal wonderland, including geysers, waterfalls, wildlife and canyons. Highlights will include Yellowstone Lake, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone Canyon’s majestic falls, and Hayden Valley.

Travel through Grand Teton National Park (weather permitting) and see mountain peaks towering over 13,000 ft. (4,000 m). City tour of Salt Lake City on arrival in the Mormon State of Utah. The followers of Brigham Young built one of the best planned cities in the country. See the State Capitol building and visit the famed Temple Square and the Tabernacle.

Travel to spectacular Bryce Canyon, view the multi coloured world of sandstone spires and pinnacles will dazzle the eye. Nature’s artistry has created rocks in thousands of shapes, sizes and colours, beautiful in their setting against the unusually deep blue sky. Evening at leisure.

Depart Bryce Canyon and journey to Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red-rock canyon walls. The second largest manmade lake in America, and one in a series of lakes formed by the damming of the Colorado River. We visit Grand Canyon National Park, one of the seven natural wonders of the world. From the Desert View Tower on the South Rim view this mile deep canyon, plunging gorges, rising spires, extinct volcanoes and below the rim, the winding Colorado River.

Travel through Seligman, a town built along Route 66, it looks as if it were frozen in time (60years ago). Continue to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where you can shop, attend performances around the clock. Remainder of the day at leisure.

Travel to Los Angeles via the Mojave Desert, home of the world’s tallest thermometer, at 134ft (41m) high. Strands of unique Joshua trees dot the mountainous landscape. On arrival tour of Los Angeles including Hollywood, Sunset Strip and parts of Beverly Hills.

A full day at leisure in Los Angeles. Optional full day tour to Universal Studios.

Leave Los Angeles in the morning and travel north through one of California’s favourite vacation spots, Santa Barbara, where palm-lined walkways border white sandy beaches. Continue to Pismo Beach.

Depart Pismo Beach and journey north to Carmel, home of actor/director Clint Eastwood. Enjoy browsing the shops and galleries of this famous artists’ colony. Continuing north, visit Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf. Stroll the Pier to Cannery Row, brought to fame by John Steinbeck’s novel. In the afternoon pass the fertile valleys of Castroville and Santa Clara en route to San Francisco. Our tour ends upon arrival at the hotel in San Francisco (approximately 20.00hours.

Morning city tour including the US Capitol Building, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, the White House and Arlington National Cemetery, site of the John F Kennedy Memorial. Spend the remainder of the day exploring some of the many museums comprising the Smithsonian Institute.

Travel to Gettysburg and visit Gettysburg National Military Park, site of one of the most decisive battles during the American Civil War, and the place where Abraham Lincoln gave his famous address in 1863. Continue through upstate New York to Buffalo on our way to Niagara Falls, before crossing the border into Canada.

Depart Detroit and travel along Lake Michigan, towards Chicago, where you will enjoy a short tour of the including Lake Shore Drive, the Magnificent Mile and Navy Pier. The Windy City’s stunning high rise architecture and see one of the world’s tallest buildings, the Sears Tower.

A full day at leisure in Chicago. Optional Architectural River Cruise, the best way to see Chicago’s impressive and famous architecture up close.

Travel through Midwest farm country abundant in corn fields, wheat fields and dairy farms. Then we cross the mighty Mississippi River and travel into the state of Iowa to arrive just as Lewis & Clark did 200 years ago on the banks of the Missouri River.

Travel westward through the grasslands of South Dakota to Badlands National Park, once home to the buffalo and antelope, and filled with strange shaped and colourful rock formations. Then we continue on to the Black Hills, sacred to the Plains Indians and home to Mount Rushmore, an enormous monument to four of the great presidents of America: Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Roosevelt.

Enter the “Equality State”, Wyoming, which has twelve mountain ranges intermixed with deserts and rolling grasslands. Continue to Cody for the night, (weather permitting).

Drive past the mountains in Wyoming to Yellowstone, America’s first National Park, enjoy a tour of this immense geothermal wonderland, including geysers, waterfalls, wildlife and canyons. Highlights will include Yellowstone Lake, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone Canyon’s majestic falls, and Hayden Valley.

Travel through Grand Teton National Park (weather permitting) and see mountain peaks towering over 13,000ft (4,000m). We arrive in the Mormon State of Utah and take a short city tour of Salt Lake City. The followers of Brigham Young built one of the best planned cities in the country. See the State Capitol building and visit famed Temple Square and the Tabernacle.

Travel to spectacular Bryce Canyon, where a tour through a multi coloured world of sandstone spires and pinnacles will dazzle the eye. Nature’s artistry has created rocks in thousands of shapes, sizes and colours, beautiful in their setting against the unusually deep blue sky. Evening at leisure.

Depart Bryce Canyon and journey to Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red rock canyon walls. Lake Powell is the second largest manmade lake in America, and one in a series of lakes formed by the damming of the Colorado River. Then visit Grand Canyon National Park, one of the seven great natural wonders of the world. Stop at the Desert View Tower on the South Rim to fully experience this mile deep canyon, plunging gorges, rising spires, extinct volcanoes and below the rim, the winding Colorado River.

Travel through Seligman, a town built along Route 66 that looks as if it were frozen in time (60years ago). Continue to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round the clock shopping, nightly shows are available. Remainder of the day at leisure.

Travel to Los Angeles via the Mojave Desert, home of the world’s tallest thermometer, at 134ft (41m) high. Strands of unique Joshua trees dot the mountainous landscape. On arrival in Los Angeles you will enjoy a tour through the City of Angels including Hollywood, Sunset Strip and parts of Beverly Hills.

A full day at leisure in Chicago. Optional Architectural River Cruise, the best way to see Chicago’s impressive and famous architecture up close.

Travel through Midwest farm country abundant in corn fields, wheat fields and dairy farms. Then we cross the mighty Mississippi River and travel into the state of Iowa to arrive just as Lewis & Clark did 200 years ago on the banks of the Missouri River.

Enter the “Equality State”, Wyoming, which has twelve mountain ranges intermixed with deserts and rolling grasslands. Continue to Cody for the night, (weather permitting).

Drive past the mountains in Wyoming to Yellowstone, America’s first National Park, enjoy a sightseeing tour of this immense geothermal wonderland, including geysers, waterfalls, wildlife and canyons. Highlights will include Yellowstone Lake, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone Canyon’s majestic falls, and Hayden Valley.

Travel through Grand Teton National Park (weather permitting) and see mountain peaks towering over 13,000ft. (4,000m). Later, arrive in the Mormon State of Utah and take a short city tour of Salt Lake City. The followers of Brigham Young built one of the best-planned cities in the country. See the State Capitol building and visit famed Temple Square and the Tabernacle.

Travel to spectacular Bryce Canyon, where a tour through a multi coloured world of sandstone spires and pinnacles will dazzle the eye. Nature’s artistry has created rocks in thousands of shapes, sizes and colours, beautiful in their setting against the unusually deep blue sky. Evening at leisure.

Depart Bryce Canyon and journey to Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red rock canyon walls. Lake Powell is the second largest manmade lake in America, and one in a series of lakes formed by the damming of the Colorado River. Then visit Grand Canyon National Park, one of the seven great natural wonders of the world. Stop at the Desert View Tower on the South Rim to fully experience this mile deep canyon, plunging gorges, rising spires, extinct volcanoes and below the rim, the winding Colorado River.

Travel through Seligman, a town built along Route 66 that looks as if it were frozen in time (60 years ago). Continue to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round the clock shopping, nightly shows, and gambling are available. Remainder of the day at leisure.

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. On arrival in Los Angeles you will enjoy a tour through the City of Angels including Hollywood, Sunset Strip and parts of Beverly Hills.

A full day at leisure in Los Angeles. Optional full day tour to Universal Studios.

Leave Los Angeles in the morning and travel north through one of California’s favourite vacation spots, Santa Barbara, where palm-lined walkways border white sandy beaches. The city is famous for its mission and Spanish heritage. Continue to Pismo Beach.

Depart Pismo Beach and journey north to Carmel, home of actor/director Clint Eastwood. Enjoy browsing the shops and galleries of this famous artists’ colony. Continuing north, visit Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf. Stroll the Pier to Cannery Row, brought to fame by John Steinbeck’s novel. In the afternoon pass the fertile valleys of Castroville and Santa Clara en route to San Francisco, the “City by the Bay.” Tour concludes upon arrival at the hotel in San Francisco by approximately 20:00 hours.

A full day at leisure in Chicago. Optional Architectural River Cruise, the best way to see Chicago’s impressive and famous architecture up close.

Travel through Midwest farm country abundant in corn fields, wheat fields and dairy farms. Then we cross the mighty Mississippi River and travel into the state of Iowa to arrive just as Lewis & Clark did 200 years ago on the banks of the Missouri River.

Enter the “Equality State”, Wyoming, which has twelve mountain ranges intermixed with deserts and rolling grasslands. Continue to Cody for the night, (weather permitting).

Drive past the mountains in Wyoming to Yellowstone, America’s first National Park, enjoy a sightseeing tour of this immense geothermal wonderland, including geysers, waterfalls, wildlife and canyons. Highlights will include Yellowstone Lake, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone Canyon’s majestic falls, and Hayden Valley.

Travel through Grand Teton National Park (weather permitting) and see mountain peaks towering over 13,000 ft (4,000m). Arrive in the Mormon State of Utah and take a short city tour of Salt Lake City. The followers of Brigham Young built one of the best planned cities in the country. See the State Capitol building and visit famed Temple Square and the Tabernacle.

Travel to spectacular Bryce Canyon, where a tour through a multi coloured world of sandstone spires and pinnacles will dazzle the eye. Nature’s artistry has created rocks in thousands of shapes, sizes and colours, beautiful in their setting against the unusually deep blue sky. Evening at leisure.

Depart Bryce Canyon and journey to Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red rock canyon walls. Lake Powell is the second largest manmade lake in America, and one in a series of lakes formed by the damming of the Colorado River. Then visit Grand Canyon National Park, one of the seven great natural wonders of the world. Stop at the Desert View Tower on the South Rim to fully experience this mile deep canyon, plunging gorges, rising spires, extinct volcanoes and below the rim, the winding Colorado River.

Travel through Seligman, a town built along Route 66 that looks as if it were frozen in time (60years ago). Continue to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round the clock shopping, nightly shows, and gambling are available. Remainder of the day at leisure.

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. On arrival in Los Angeles you will enjoy a tour through the City of Angels including Hollywood, Sunset Strip and parts of Beverly Hills. Tour concludes upon arrival at the hotel in Los Angeles by approximately 18:30 hours.

City tour of the “Mile High” city of Denver before beginning the ascent into the Rocky Mountain National Park. Take the Trail Ridge Road, known as Rocky Mountain National Park’s “highway to the sky” because it provides travellers with a view of the Rockies in all directions. Continue to Cheyenne, the rodeo and railroad capital of the Old West!

Depart Cheyenne and visit to Fort Laramie. Then enter South Dakota and travel to Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, an epic sculpture where the faces of four American presidents are carved into the mountain. Overnight in the Black Hills.

Drive to Yellowstone National Park. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of geysers, waterfalls, wildlife and canyons. Highlights include Yellowstone Lake, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Yellowstone Canyon’s majestic falls, and Hayden Valley.

Travel through the rugged, snow-capped mountains which welcome you to Grand Teton National Park. The “towering Tetons” were formed by a series of earthquakes millions of years ago along a single fault line. Continue to the “Crown Jewel” of the Rocky Mountains, Jackson Hole.

Travel through southern Idaho to Salt Lake City in the Mormon State of Utah. See the State Capitol building and visit famed Temple Square and the Tabernacle before arriving at your hotel.

Travel to Bryce Canyon, where a tour through a multi-coloured world of sandstone spires and pinnacles will dazzle the eyes. Evening at leisure.

Dramatic rock formations carved by forces of water, wind and time make Zion National Park a must to visit during the morning. Continue to the second largest man made lake in America, Lake Powell, where blue water laps against towering red rock canyon walls. Cross through the Navajo Indian Reservation on the way to the Grand Canyon National Park.

Optional tour to watch the famed sunrise at the Grand Canyon, a guided walking tour to the rim followed by a breakfast with view of the canyon. Descend the high Coconino Plateau into the Mojave Desert. Pass through Seligman, a town built along the famed Route 66 that looks as if it were frozen in time sixty years ago. Continue to Las Vegas, the glittering man made entertainment capital of the world.

Depart Las Vegas, and drive to Death Valley. Stop at Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Ranch before continuing across the valley and ascending the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the alpine resort town of Mammoth Lakes (weather permitting).

Drive over the Tioga Pass (weather permitting) high in the Sierras into Yosemite National Park. Within the park, you will see the majestic, glacial shaped granite formations of El Capitan and Half Dome, which rise from the valley floor. In the afternoon travel to San Francisco, America’s beloved “City by the Bay.”

Enjoy your day at leisure in San Francisco.

Morning drive to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula, visit Fisherman’s Wharf and Cannery Row then continue to the charming Carmel by the sea. Southbound through Paso Robles a vineyard and cowboy region and San Luis Obispo. Continue to Pismo Beach.

Travel through Santa Ynez Valley to Santa Barbara, with its palm lined walkways and white sandy beaches. Free time to enjoy the Spanish Heritage and architecture. Sightseeing tour on arrival in Los Angeles ending early evening.

Travel south through San Juan Capistrano and San Clemente to San Diego, the second largest city in California. City tour of San Diego and time at leisure before returning to Los Angeles.

Depart Los Angeles and travel towards the rugged San Jacinto Mountains and Palm Springs, a lively downtown area and immaculately kept golf courses. We continue across the desert to Arizona’s State Capital, Phoenix.

Optional sunrise tour to the Grand Canyon, your guided walking tour to the rim will be followed by a breakfast with view of the canyon. 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. Continue to Page, in the Lake Powell Region. Visit the mighty Glen Canyon Dam, the second highest concrete arch dam in America. Take in the breathtaking views of Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red rock canyon walls.

Enter the Mormon state of Utah. Pass through the town of Kanab before visiting Bryce Canyon, where a tour through a multi-coloured world of sandstone spires and pinnacles will dazzle the eye. Nature’s artistry has created rocks in thousands of shapes, sizes and colours, beautiful in their setting against the unusually deep blue sky. Evening at leisure.

Travel to Zion National Park and see the massive rock formations carved by wind, time, and the Virgin River. Continue to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round the clock shopping and nightly shows abound.

Full day at leisure in Las Vegas.

Depart Las Vegas, and drive to Death Valley. Stop at Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Ranch before continuing across the valley and ascending the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the alpine resort town of Mammoth Lakes (weather permitting).

Drive over the Tioga Pass (weather permitting) high in the Sierras into Yosemite National Park. Within the park, you will see the majestic, glacial-shaped granite formations of El Capitan and Half Dome, which rise from the valley floor. Overnight in the Yosemite Gateway Area.

Early morning departure, crossing the Oakland Bay Bridge to San Francisco, one of the most beloved cities in America. Sightseeing tour of San Francisco, and afternoon at leisure. Optional City by Night tour in the evening.

Full day at leisure in San Francisco. Optional Wine Tasting tour to the Napa Valley.

Panoramic drive to the Monterey Peninsula, visit Fisherman’s Wharf and Cannery Row. Then to Carmel by the Sea with a charming ambiance. We continue past Paso Robles to a quaint Central Coast town.

Southbound to the Santa Ynez Valley into Santa Barbara, with a strong Spanish heritage and lovely white sandy beaches. Panoramic tour on arrival in Los Angeles.

Independent departure from your hotel.

Travel through the Sonoran Desert, the most biologically diverse desert 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.

Optional tour to watch the famed sunrise at the Grand Canyon, a guided walking tour to the rim followed by a breakfast with view of the canyon. 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. Continue to Page, in the Lake Powell Region. Visit the mighty Glen Canyon Dam, the second highest concrete arch dam in America. Enjoy views of Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red-rock canyon walls.

Travel to Zion National Park and see the massive rock formations carved by wind, time, and the Virgin River. Continue to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round-the-clock shopping, nightly shows, and gambling are available.

Your day is at leisure in Las Vegas.

Depart Las Vegas, and drive to Death Valley. Stop at Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Ranch before continuing across the valley and ascending the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the alpine resort town of Mammoth Lakes (weather permitting).

Drive over the Tioga Pass (weather permitting) high in the Sierras into Yosemite National Park. Within the park, you will see the majestic, glacial-shaped granite formations of El Capitan and Half Dome, which rise from the valley floor. Overnight in the Yosemite Gateway Area.

Early morning departure, crossing the Oakland Bay Bridge to San Francisco, one of the most beloved cities in America. Sightseeing tour of San Francisco, and afternoon at leisure. Optional City by Night tour in the evening.

Day at leisure in San Francisco. Optional Wine Tasting tour to Napa Valley.

Panoramic drive to the Monterey Peninsula, visit Fisherman’s Wharf and Cannery Row. Then to Carmel by the Sea with a charming ambiance. We continue past Paso Robles to a quaint Central Coast town.

Southbound to the Santa Ynez Valley into Santa Barbara, with a strong Spanish heritage and lovely white sandy beaches. Panoramic tour on arrival in Los Angeles. Tour ends at Los Angeles hotel.

Travel through the Sonoran Desert, the most biologically diverse desert 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.

Optional tour to watch the famed sunrise at the Grand Canyon, a guided walking tour to the rim followed by a breakfast with view of the canyon. 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. Continue to Page, in the Lake Powell Region. Visit the mighty Glen Canyon Dam, the second highest concrete-arch dam in America. Enjoy views of Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red rock canyon walls.

Travel to Zion National Park and see the massive rock formations carved by wind, time, and the Virgin River. Continue to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round the clock shopping, nightly shows, and gambling are available.

Full day at leisure in Las Vegas.

Depart Las Vegas, and drive to Death Valley. Stop at Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Ranch before continuing across the valley and ascending the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the alpine resort town of Mammoth Lakes (weather permitting).

Drive over the Tioga Pass (weather permitting) high in the Sierras into Yosemite National Park. Within the park, you will see the majestic, glacial-shaped granite formations of El Capitan and Half Dome, which rise from the valley floor. Overnight in the Yosemite Gateway Area.

Early morning departure, crossing the Oakland Bay Bridge to San Francisco, one of the most beloved cities in America. Sightseeing tour of San Francisco. Tour ends at San Francisco hotel.

Travel through the Sonoran Desert, the most biologically diverse desert 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.

Optional tour to watch the famed sunrise at the Grand Canyon, a guided walking tour to the rim followed by a breakfast with view of the canyon. 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. Continue to Page, in the Lake Powell Region. Visit the mighty Glen Canyon Dam, the second highest concrete arch dam in America. Enjoy views of Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red rock canyon walls.

Travel to Zion National Park and see the massive rock formations carved by wind, time, and the Virgin River. Continue to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round the clock shopping, nightly shows, and gambling are available.

Your day is at leisure in Las Vegas.

Travel to Los Angeles via the Mojave Desert, home of the world’s tallest thermometer, at 134ft (41m) high. Strands of unique Joshua trees dot the mountainous landscape. Tour ends upon arrival in Los Angeles.

Morning city tour of San Francisco, including: Union Square, the Civic Centre and Fisherman’s Wharf. Standing on a hilltop, watching the fog swirl in through the Golden Gate, it is easy to understand why many consider San Francisco the most beautiful city in America. Afternoon at leisure.

Depart for Sacramento, capital of the “Golden State,” and headquarters of current California governor, Arnold Schwarzenegger. Stop in the Old Town, once a bustling centre of the Gold Rush and terminus of the Pony Express. Continue to Lake Tahoe, nestled in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. In the afternoon visit Virginia City, a 19C mining metropolis where the Old West comes to life. Continue to Reno.

Depart Twin Falls, and cross the Snake River, known as “The River of No Return.” Then visit Craters of the Moon National Monument. This eerie desert landscape so closely resembles lunar conditions that the training for the first men on the moon actually took place here. Continue to Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872 by Ulysses S. Grant as the world’s first national park.

Sightseeing tour of this geothermal wonderland. Highlights of your tour will include Yellowstone Lake, Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs and Yellowstone Canyon’s majestic falls (seasonal).

Travel through the rugged, snow capped mountains which welcome you to Grand Teton National Park. Continue to Jackson Hole, the sophisticated “Crown Jewel” of the Rocky Mountains. Continue through southern Idaho to Salt Lake City in the Mormon State of Utah. See the State Capitol building and visit the famed Temple Square and the Tabernacle.

Morning at leisure in Salt Lake City. Travel to Moab, where the landscape is distinguished by thousand foot deep canyons as well as snow capped peaks. Optional Jet Boat Float trip on the mighty Colorado River.

Visit two of America’s most spectacular National Parks. Arches National Park, is home to over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, including the awe-inspiring Delicate Arch. Continue to Canyonlands National Park, where you will explore the landscape of sandstone eroded into hundreds of canyons, mesas and buttes by the forces of time and the Colorado River. Return to Moab.

Visit Capitol Reef National Park, established in 1937 to protect a striking geological feature, the “Waterpocket Fold,” a 100 mile long wrinkle in the Earth’s crust. Continue to spectacular Bryce Canyon, where a tour through a multi coloured world of sandstone spires and pinnacles will dazzle the eye. Evening at leisure.

Travel to Lake Powell, where crystal blue water laps against towering red rock canyon walls. After crossing the Colorado, enter the Navajo Indian Reservation and drive through the Painted Desert via Cameron Trading Post. In the afternoon, arrive at the Grand Canyon, one of the seven great natural wonders of the world. Stop at the South Rim to fully experience this mile deep canyon.

Descend the Coconino Plateau into the Mojave Desert. Along the way, pass through Seligman, a town built along the famed Route 66 that looks as if it were frozen in time sixty years ago. Continue to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round the clock shopping, nightly shows, and gambling are available.

Your day is at leisure in Las Vegas offers. Optional trip to Death Valley, one of the hottest, driest, and lowest places on the surface of the Earth.

Travel to Los Angeles via the Mojave Desert. Strands of unique Joshua trees dot the mountainous landscape. On arrival in Los Angeles you will enjoy a tour including Hollywood, Sunset Strip and parts of Beverly Hills.

Day at leisure in Los Angeles. Optional Full day tour to Universal Studios.

Travel north along the Pacific coast, passing through the iconic beach communities of Santa Monica and Malibu. Further up the coast is one of California’s favourite vacation spots, Santa Barbara, where palm-lined walkways border white sandy beaches. Stop for lunch before continuing to one of the quaint Central Coast towns.

Travel north to Carmel. Browse through the shops and galleries of this famous artists’ colony. Further north, visit Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf. Continue to San Francisco, the “City by the Bay” where your tour ends.

Your morning city tour will include Union Square, the Civic Centre and Fisherman’s Wharf. Standing on a hilltop, watching the fog swirl in through the Golden Gate, it is easy to understand why many consider San Francisco the most beautiful city in America. Afternoon at leisure.

Day at leisure in San Francisco. Optional excursion to Monterey & Carmel, which includes a visit to Cannery Row, made famous by the John Steinbeck novel, entry to Monterey Bay Aquarium, travel along 17 Mile Drive through the Pebble Beach golf course and time at leisure in Carmel.

Travel through the Mojave Desert, to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round-the-clock shopping, nightly shows, and gambling are available. Optional evening tour.

Depart Las Vegas for a day trip to the Grand Canyon. Stop at the majestic Hoover Dam and admire the beauty of Lake Mead before continuing on to the Grand Canyon. At the Grand Canyon, you will have time to explore the views on your own. Optional Helicopter trip over the Canyon, optional rafting trip on the Colorado River, or walk on the Skywalk Platform.

Day at leisure in Las Vegas. Optional excursion to Zion National Park, known for its majestic canyons, waterfalls and wildlife, and including a guided walk and all American picnic lunch.

Travel back across the Mojave Desert with a stop in Palm Springs. This city was once known as the winter retreat of stars like Frank Sinatra, Jane Russell and Elvis Presley. Today it is a flourishing resort town with great shops, restaurants and year round desert climate. Continue to the coastal town of Long Beach, famous for its pristine beaches, downtown area and the Queen Mary.

Morning city tour of Los Angeles including Santa Monica, Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Walk on the boulevard of stars and take a great photo of the famous Hollywood sign. Afternoon at leisure. Optional excursion to Universal Studios.

Day at leisure in Los Angeles. Optional excursion to San Diego, a tour of the “City by the Bay” includes the historic Old Town, the Gas Lamp district, the bay front and Seaport Village. Time at leisure, or optional cruise on the bay, before returning to Los Angeles.

Independent departure from your hotel.

Morning city tour of San Francisco, including: Union Square, the Civic Centre and Fisherman’s Wharf. Standing on a hilltop, watching the fog swirl in through the Golden Gate, it is easy to understand why many consider San Francisco the most beautiful city in America. Afternoon at leisure.

Day at leisure in San Francisco. Optional excursion to Monterey & Carmel, which includes a visit to Cannery Row, made famous by the John Steinbeck novel, entry to Monterey Bay Aquarium, travel along 17 Mile Drive through the Pebble Beach golf course and time at leisure in Carmel.

Travel through the Mojave Desert, to Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round the clock shopping, nightly shows, and gambling are available. Optional evening tour.

Depart Las Vegas for a day trip to the Grand Canyon. Stop at the majestic Hoover Dam and admire the beauty of Lake Mead before continuing on to the Grand Canyon. At the Grand Canyon, you will have time to explore the views on your own. Optional Helicopter trip over the Canyon, optional rafting trip on the Colorado River, or walk on the Skywalk Platform.

Day at leisure in Las Vegas. Optional excursion to Zion National Park, known for its majestic canyons, waterfalls and wildlife, including a guided walk and all American picnic lunch.

Travel back across the Mojave Desert with a stop in Palm Springs. This city was once known as the winter retreat of stars like Frank Sinatra, Jane Russell and Elvis Presley. Today it is a flourishing resort town with great shops, restaurants and year round desert climate. Continue to the coastal town of Long Beach, famous for its pristine beaches, downtown area and the Queen Mary.

Morning city tour of Los Angeles including Santa Monica, Hollywood and Beverly Hills. Walk on the boulevard of stars and take a great photo of the famous Hollywood sign. Afternoon at leisure. Optional excursion to Universal Studios.

Your day is at leisure in Los Angeles. Optional excursion to San Diego, a tour of the “City by the Bay” includes the historic Old Town, the Gas Lamp district, the bay front and Seaport Village. Time at leisure, or optional cruise on the bay, before returning to Los Angeles.

Depart Los Angeles and fly to Honolulu (flight at own expense).

At leisure in the land of aloha for four days. Your local representative will be happy to advise you on activities or optional tours.

Leave the spirit of the islands behind and return to the mainland. Transfer to the airport in time for your flight. Tour ends upon arrival in Los Angeles (flight at own expense).

Meet your tour escort and depart for Las Vegas, the dazzling “Entertainment Capital of the World,” where round the-clock shopping, nightly shows, and gambling are available.

Depart Las Vegas, and drive to Death Valley. Stop at Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Ranch before continuing across the valley and ascending the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the alpine resort town of Mammoth Lakes (weather permitting).

Early morning departure, crossing the Oakland Bay Bridge to San Francisco, one of the most beloved cities in America. Sightseeing tour of San Francisco, and afternoon at leisure. Optional City by Night tour in the evening.

Day at leisure in San Francisco. Optional Wine Tasting tour to Napa Valley.

Panoramic drive to the Monterey Peninsula, visit Fisherman’s Wharf and Cannery Row. Then to Carmel by the Sea with a charming ambiance. We continue past Paso Robles to a quaint Central Coast town.

Southbound to the Santa Ynez Valley into Santa Barbara, with a strong Spanish heritage and lovely white sandy beaches. Panoramic tour on arrival in Los Angeles. Tour ends at Los Angeles hotel.

Depart Las Vegas, and drive to Death Valley. Stop at Zabriskie Point and Furnace Creek Ranch before continuing across the valley and ascending the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the alpine resort town of Mammoth Lakes (weather permitting).

Drive over the Tioga Pass (weather permitting) high in the Sierras into Yosemite National Park. Within the park, you will see the majestic, glacial-shaped granite formations of El Capitan and Half Dome, which rise from the valley floor. Overnight in the Yosemite Gateway Area.

Day at leisure in San Francisco. Optional Wine Tasting tour to Napa Valley.

Panoramic drive to the Monterey Peninsula, visit Fisherman’s Wharf and Cannery Row. Then to Carmel by the Sea with a charming ambiance. We continue past Paso Robles to a quaint Central Coast town.

Southbound to the Santa Ynez Valley into Santa Barbara, with a strong Spanish heritage and lovely white sandy beaches. Panoramic tour on arrival in Los Angeles.

Return to the dazzling Las Vegas. Journey through the Mojave Desert, home of the world’s tallest thermometer, at 134ft (41m) high. Strands of unique Joshua trees dot the mountainous landscape. Your tour ends upon arrival in Las Vegas.

This morning enjoy a city tour of New York which includes some of the most famous sights of Manhattan. Catch glimpses of the famous skyline as you absorb the bustle and energy of the Big Apple. The afternoon and evening at leisure.

Today drive across the state of New York by Binghamton and through the Finger Lakes Country to breathtaking Niagara Falls. Indulge in a bit of wine-tasting at Watkins Glen, on the shores of Lake Seneca, named for the Seneca Indian Nation. Spend the evening at the romantic Niagara Falls.

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 DC. Enjoy a memorable evening tour in this exciting city, (optional).

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Los Angeles, where you will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Airfare not included.

Travel through San Juan Capistrano and San Clemente to San Diego where you will visit Seaport Village, San Diego’s Bay-front Marketplace. Evening return to Los Angeles.

Depart for the rugged San Jacinto Mountains and Palm Springs, a lively downtown area. We continue across the desert to Arizona’s Capital, Phoenix.

Through the Sonoran Desert, the most biologically diverse desert. View the spectacular red rock scenery in Sedona. Then to Oak Creek Canyon and finally the Grand Canyon, from the lookout on the South Rim you will appreciate this mile deep Canyon.

Experience the sunrise at the rim of the Canyon. Through the Navajo Indian Reserve, passing Cameron trading post. Continue to the Painted Desert in Monument Valley, iconic images of the American West. At Page, Lake Powell, visit the huge Glen Canyon Dam and view the blue water of Lake Powell lapping against towering red rock canyon walls.

Arrive in Utah, and travel through Kanab to Bryce Canyon, where you will see dramatic multi-coloured sandstone spires and pinnacles of many shapes against blue skies. Evening at leisure.

View the massive rock formations carved by wind and time, the Virgin Riverto at the Zion National Park. In contrast we arrive at the dazzling Las Vegas, 24/7 shopping and variety shows.

Full day at leisure in Las Vegas.

Travel to Los Angeles via the Mojave Desert, home of the world’s tallest thermometer, at 134ft (41m) high. Strands of unique Joshua trees dot the mountainous landscape. Tour ends upon arrival in Los Angeles.

Depart for a full day tour of Oahu. Visit majestic Diamond Head. This extinct volcano is the backdrop to Waikiki beach and offers superb views from the summit. Visit the exclusive Kahala residential area where some of Hawaii’s most spectacular homes are to be found. You will pass by Iolani Palace, the King Kamehameha Statue, and the Governor’s Mansion. Continue to the scenic North Shore to see the dramatic coastline and some of the most revered surfing beaches of the State. Evening at leisure.

Time at leisure before meeting your driver and transfer to Honolulu Airport for your flight to Kona, on the Big Island of Hawaii. Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure.

Day at leisure. Optional evening tour to the summit of Mauna Kea for some of the best star gazing on the planet. Perched high atop Maunakea, rising 13,796ft above sea level, 13 telescopes representing 11 countries are watching the heavens and making discoveries beyond our imaginations.

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kauai, the oldest island in the Hawaiian chain. Kauai’s first settlers appeared in approximately the 4th or 5th century A.D. Centuries passed before Captain Cook found Kauai on his voyage to Alaska. Kauai’s residents are proud of the fact that it was the only Hawaiian island never conquered by King Kamehameha’s forces. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel. Remainder of the day at leisure. Optional sunset cruise along the stunning Na-pali coastline, which is accessible only by air or boat and has been the setting of many Hollywood movies over the years.

Full day tour of the Island and see why Kauai is nicknamed the Garden Isle. Celebrated for its brilliant emerald green tropical scenery, your tour will visit Bali Hai and Hanalei Bay as well as the beautiful Waimea Canyon.

Morning transfer to Lihue Airport for your flight to Maui, the second largest island in the Hawaiian chain. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Afternoon at leisure, and this evening, enjoy a sunset cruise from magnificent Kaanapali beach.

Meet your tour guide and visit tranquil Iao Valley, often cloaked in mystical fog, even when the rest of the island is bathed in bright sunlight. Here you will see the Iao Needle, a sharply pointed lava pinnacle rising 1,200ft above the valley floor. Remainder of the day at leisure.

Full day at leisure in Maui.

Transfer to Kahului airport for your flight to the mainland.