ATLANTIC BLT

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DEPARTS MIAMI to NEW YORK AREA
Trek Code:
AFB
Destination:
USA East
Departs:
Mar-Dec
Accommodation:
Budget Lodging
Age Range:
18-38
Best of Trek:
  • > Spot alligators on our Louisiana swamp tour
  • > Party in New Orleans' Bourbon Street
  • > Experience the southern states and Appalachians
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Tour Overview

An Eastern delight! From the golden sands of Florida's beaches, southern gems of Tennessee, Mississippi and Alabama to the lush beauty of the Appalachian Mountains. Topped with the wonders of Washington DC this tour really has it all, exploding with variety. Experience the diversity of New Orleans - Bourbon Street, Cajun food and all that jazz! This adventure travels a land rich in scenery, culture, history and invention.

Included Highlights
  • > Guided alligator swamp tour
  • > Evening illumination visit to Washington DC monuments
  • > New Orlean's Bourbon Street
  • > Florida's golden sand beaches
  • > Two full days in Orlando
  • > Services of a TrekAmerica tour leader
  • > All transportation by private adventure vehicle
  • > 12 nights budget lodging.
Free Wi-Fi on the road
Wi-Fi Enabled

You can now check your email and update Facebook, Twitter and TrekAmerica Live while on the road with our wi-fi enabled vehicles. (Maximum 5 users at a time. Fair usage restrictions may apply. Only available in USA & Alaska).

Optional Activities (paid locally)
  • > Whitewater rafting US$35-$120
  • > Waverunners US$50
  • > EPCOT Center US$89
  • > Snorkelling US$20-$75
  • > Kennedy Space Center US$17-$38
  • > Universal Studios US$90
  • > SeaWorld Adventure Park US$79
  • > New Orleans jazz clubs US$10-$20
  • > Mississippi riverboat cruise US$40-$80
  • > Smithsonian National Museums US$FREE
  • > Disney World US$90
BLT Accommodation

We use a combination of hostels, hotels and cabins on the Atlantic BLT. Most cabins are multi-share rooms sleeping 4 to 6 people with shared facilities and hostel nights are generally arranged on a single sex, multi-share basis, subject to availability. Where possible we will keep the group together and try to accommodate couples; however twin rooms cannot be guaranteed. A sleeping bag is not required on this trip.

Mini Adventures

Our range of 3 - 4 day Mini Adventures are just the ticket for extending your tour and experiencing North America's most incredible 'must see' highlights. Check out the following adventures relevant to this tour.

New York to Niagara Falls
  • NEW YORK TO NIAGARA FALLS MINI
  • > Scenic Drive through the Delaware Water Gap/Poconos
    > Finger Lakes hiking & swimming
    > Niagara Falls and the Maid of the Mist scenic boat cruise
    > College town of Ithaca, NY
    > Woodbury Common Outlet Mall
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  • MIAMI & EVERGLADES MINI
  • > Visit the Everglades & Florida Keys
    > Airboat and swamp tour
    > Swamp critter and venomous snake show
    > Walking tour of Key West
    > Snorkel gear included for Biscayne National Park
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City Tours

If you are spending extra time in our gateway cities, you can now plan in advance by pre-booking unique city sightseeing day tours in addition to your TrekAmerica trip.

Miami City Tours
  • MIAMI & NEW YORK
  • All city day tours are operated by local experts who are dedicated to take you behind the scenes so you know it like a local! When booking your TrekAmerica trip, simply select your chosen city tour from the Tour Extras section on the online booking form.

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Private Departures

Why not arrange your own TrekAmerica departure? For groups of 8 or more, we can offer private departures on any of our published itineraries enabling friends, families or organizations to enjoy our classic "Trek" style of travel at special rates. Although tours will run as per our standard itinerary shown here, slight modifications may be considered and dates can be chosen to suit your needs. (Subject to seasonal/operational restrictions). So contact us today and start planning your own adventure.

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Flexible Itinerary

Our routes have been carefully chosen to include the best night stops and highlights. However, as local conditions and passenger requests vary, no two trips will ever be the same. With the guidance of your Trek Leader you may modify certain night stops and highlights to give a truly unique experience!

As this tour departs at 0730 we recommend that you book pre-tour accommodation. Please request hotel details at the time of booking.

This tour also departs from New York area

  • Day 1-2: Miami & Orlando

    You begin in wonderful Miami, home to miles of golden sand beaches and palm trees before heading off to Orlando. It doesn't matter what age you are, Disneyworld makes a big kid of one and all of us. With two nights here, fitting in fun filled, adventure packed thrills and spills is a piece of cake. Slip-slide around Wet 'n' Wild, be drenched by killer whales at SeaWorld or explore the final frontier at the Kennedy Space Center. Plan on a full day to explore NASA Kennedy Space Center launch headquarters, located on a wildlife refuge eight times the size of Manhattan. You can hear about NASA's launch and landing facilities, enjoy interactive simulators, enjoy live shows and have jaw-dropping encounters with massive rockets and the opportunity to meet a real life veteran astronaut.
    Accommodation: Budget Lodging Included

  • Day 3: Florida Coast

    Head further along the Florida Coast keeping our eyes alert for that perfect beach stop. Enjoy another day in paradise to work on your tan in the Sunshine State, or try tubing or snorkelling in one of Florida's many crystal clear natural springs. It is easy to see why travellers come from the world around to enjoy the Florida Coast.
    Accommodation: Budget Lodging Included

  • Day 4-5: Panama City Beach

    Next you head onto the Gulf of Mexico's 'Southern Riviera' - Panama City. The best beach this side of paradise, Panama City Beach Florida offers 27 miles of stunning golden sand, emerald waters and enjoyment both above and below the water line. Experience lazy days by the beach or if you are feeling more energetic, why not try windsurfing or jet-skiing your afternoon away. As well as packing your flip-flops for the beach, don't forget your dancing shoes as your throw shapes far into the small hours at the hippest, hottest haunts of the Gulf Coast. Tomorrow may be the perfect day to recover on the beach and soak up the sun.
    Accommodation: Budget Lodging Included

  • Day 6-7: New Orleans

    Are you ready for rhythm and blues? After reaching New Orleans you head through the incredible French Quarter to marvel at this incredible city. Hear the real deal at Preservation Hall, echoing with smooth trumpet and whispering sax; or sample a Hurricane at Pat O'Brien's! Of course, New Orleans is famous for more than food, drink and music, it also tells stories rich with the life of Huckleberry Finn as you chug along the Mississippi River. Then search for gators on the included Louisiana swamp tour through the mysterious bayous of Cajun country.
    Accommodation: Budget Lodging Included

  • Day 8-9: Memphis / Nashville

    Memphis is located near the Mississippi River and has a long and colourful past. The highlight of our stop in Memphis is the chance to visit 'Graceland', the home of Elvis Presley and influence on country, blues and rock & roll music as well as the second-most visited private home in the USA after the White House!

    Next we head off to Nashville, the capital of Tennessee and the state's second largest city after Memphis. Situated on the banks of the Cumberland River it was established as a major river port by settlers in 1779. Our time in Nashville is free to explore, what not check out some of its indelible country music links?
    Accommodation: Budget Lodging Included

  • Day 10: Appalachian Mountains

    From the Shenandoah to the natural beauty of the Appalachians. This massive, 1500 mile mountain chain draws in visitors every year for the views and trails and makes for some incredible driving scenery as you travel through lush forests and mountain woodlands. If you like diversity when you travel, this is it! Also home to the American black bear and former haunt of the Cherokee Indians! There may be time to walk one of the shorter trails upon arrival.
    Accommodation: Budget Lodging Included

  • Day 11-12: Washington DC

    Washington DC, the ideal mix of political, historical and social history and flavour of the United States. Explore the best of America's Capitol - from the Smithsonian to DC's illuminated monuments. During the day the city is awash with greenery so once you're done with sightseeing, go people watching in the parks. Later, switch from culture to clubbing in the oh-so-cool lounges around DuPont Circle and Georgetown. Washington is a great build up to the end of your American journey, but you're not there yet!
    Accommodation: Budget Lodging Included

  • Day 13: New York Area

    We head back to the Garden State via Pennsylvania. This tour is not scheduled to spend any time in New York City so you may want to book extra hotel nights and explore the sights and sounds of the Big Apple on your own. Splurge along Fifth Ave, hit the top of the Empire State Building, or soak up the trendy, laidback vibe of Greenwich Village before heading home.

    Why not book our New York to Niagara Falls 3 day Mini Adventure also stopping at the Finger Lakes.

    This tour ends at approximately 17:00 hrs. We can book you post-tour accommodation at our gateway hotel if required. If you are planning to fly tonight, please do not book a flight that departs before 21:00 hrs.

This tour also departs from New York area

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