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Coast to Coast Road Trip Eastbound
22 days, San Francisco to New York
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Get out on the road and follow in the footsteps of Jack Kerouac to discover the real America. This ultimate coast-to-coast road trip connects you and your small group of fellow travellers to the iconic cities, natural wonders, national parks, and monuments that make this land great. Learn about Navajo culture in the Southwest and what the odds are in Las Vegas. Whether it’s centrally-located hostels in the cities or campsites in national parks, you’ll always be close to the action. So slide on your cowboy boots in Texas and your dancing shoes in Nashville and Memphis – it’s time to embrace the spirit of this land by hitting the open road.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style: 18-to-Thirtysomethings
Fast, fresh, and fun adventures that never slow down, made for young, budget-minded travellers.
Service Level: Camping
Camping most nights with some hotel/hostel stays to start and throughout; affordable public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 22, avg 16.
Age requirement: 18-39
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22 days
San Francisco to New York
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Trip Code: NUFY
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Places visited
- United States
Itinerary
Day 1San Francisco
Arrive at any time. We highly recommend booking pre-tour accommodation to enjoy more of the city.
Day 2San Francisco/Yosemite National Park
Catch a glimpse of the Golden Gate Bridge on the way out of one of America's most popular cities. Drive into the Sierra Nevada Mountains and set up camp.
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DinnerDay 3Yosemite National Park
Enjoy a free day in Yosemite National Park.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Yosemite National Park/Death Valley
Awe at the spectacular scenery along the Tioga Pass. Marvel at tufa rock towers at Mono Lake.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 5Death Valley/Las Vegas
Visit a land of extremes in Death Valley National Park. Explore Las Vegas and stroll along the famous Vegas Strip. Take an optional VIP party limo.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 6Las Vegas
Free time in Las Vegas.
Day 7Las Vegas/Grand Canyon National Park
Travel Route 66, then arrive at the beautiful Grand Canyon and take in the sunset from the canyon's edge.
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DinnerDay 8Grand Canyon National Park
Enjoy free time in Grand Canyon NP.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 9Grand Canyon National Park/Monument Valley
Drive along the southern rim of the canyon, then opt to discover one of the most majestic places on earth, Monument Valley, on an optional overnight excursion.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 10Monument Valley/Mesa Verde National Park
Wind up the side of a mountain through Mesa Verde National Park's rocky slopes and inspiring vistas. Hike to ancient cliff dwellings in Mesa Verde.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 11Mesa Verde National Park/Santa Fe
Travel to Santa Fe and dive into the Southwest culture in this historic city.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 12Santa Fe/Carlsbad
Look for aliens at infamous Roswell en route to exploring the Carlsbad Caverns, dodging the 400,000 bats heading out to hunt at sunset.
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Breakfast | DinnerDay 13Carlsbad/Austin
Cross into the state of Texas, the birthplace of Tex-Mex food, 10-gallon hats, and Western movies.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 14Austin
Spend a free day in Austin. Opt to visit the SoCo area for thrift shopping, take a dip in the Barton natural pool, or let loose at a local country bar in the evening.
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BreakfastDay 15Austin/New Orleans
Crank up the jazz and drive into the home of Mardi Gras. Explore the French Quarter, and join the revellers on Bourbon Street 'til the early hours.
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BreakfastDay 16New Orleans
Enjoy a free day to explore New Orleans.
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BreakfastDay 17New Orleans/Memphis
Explore the vibrant cultural and musical melting pot of Memphis. Take an optional tour of Graceland, opt to relive history at the National Civil Rights Museum, or tour the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum. Head to Beale Street at night for great food and live music.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 18Memphis/Nashville
Take an optional tour of Graceland. Travel to the country music capital of the world and become immersed in local music in downtown Nashville.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 19Nashville/Appalachia
Travel the beautiful winding roads through the Appalachian Mountains and absorb their undisturbed natural beauty.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 20Appalachia/Washington D.C.
Pass through Shenandoah National Park, and opt to take a short hike. Arrive in the US capital in time to wander the monuments by moonlight.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 21Washington D.C.
Enjoy free time to explore.
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BreakfastDay 22Washington D.C./New York
Travel to New York, where the trip ends upon arrival. Opt to visit Times Square, stroll Central Park, check out Greenwich Village, or experience the famous nightlife of New York.
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BreakfastReverse Itinerary
This trip also runs in reverse from New York to San Francisco. See Southern Cross Country Westbound
What's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Discover Moment: Yosemite National Park
- Your Discover Moment: New Orleans
- Your Discover Moment: Washington D.C.
- Entrance fees to all national parks with hiking and walking excursions
- Orientations to Las Vegas and Washington DC
- Sunset at the rim of the Grand Canyon
- Guided tour of Mesa Verde cliff dwellings
- Carlsbad Caverns visit
- Self-inflating mattresses and dome tents
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels/hostels (5 nts, some multi-share), participation camping (16 nts).
Meals
18 breakfasts, 12 lunches, 9 dinners
Allow USD420-550 for meals not included.
Transportation
Air-conditioned private vehicle, walking
Staff & experts
1 or 2 Chief Experience Officers (CEOs) throughout, depending on group size.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.