Cross Country Trail CCT - USA Cross Country America tour- Small Group, Singles Holidays, Trekking and Overseas Adventure Travel

Trek Code:	CCT
Destination:	Cross Country
Departure Months:	Jun-Sep

TOUR OVERVIEW

"Go West" beyond the Mighty Mississippi and follow the farm belt along the old Pony Express trail. Visit the amazing red rocks of America's Southwest and Monument Valley Indian Lands. On to the Grand Canyon, where the hiking and the views will leave you speechless! Las Vegas provides a welcome break from the desert before heading to Yosemite National Park. We end the journey with a drive across the Bay to the charm and beauty of the city made famous in the Gold Rush of 1849 - San Francisco.

WHAT'S INCLUDED

Services of a TrekAmerica tour leader
All transportation by private adventure vehicle
13 nights camping fees & equipment (except sleeping bag)
Authentic German style dinner
Admission to all National and Provincial Parks and Monuments as per the itinerary

OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES (paid locally)

Whitewater Rafting US$30-$150
Excellent National Park hikes US$FREE
Grand Canyon Scenic Flights US$125-$375
Guided jeep tour in Monument Valley US$50-$95
Horseback Riding US$45-$115
Mountain Bike Rental in Moab: US$40-$95
Grand Canyon I-MAX Theater US$8-$12
Las Vegas clubs and casinos US$50-US$150
Limos in Las Vegas US$25

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 nightstops and highlights to give a truly unique experience!

Days: 1-3 Amana Colonies, Platte River & Lake McConaughy

The seven villages that make up the Amana Colonies is our first stop. Enjoy a hearty feast prepared in the old-world German style and explore the various craft, furniture, and food shops. Then enjoy a spectacular view of the "Mighty Mo" (Missouri River) from Council Bluffs, where the Indians gathered and the Lewis and Clark Expedition camped. Soon the highway meets the Platte River and passes under the Platte River Road Archway Monument; marking the original trail used by the Pony Express.
Accommodation: Camping included

Days: 4-6 Denver & Colorado Rockies

On to Denver - the Mile High City. Explore the beautiful foothills of the Rockies and enjoy some thrilling river rafting en route to the heart of the Colorado Rockies.
Accommodation: 1 night Denver Hotel paid locally | 2 nights camping included

Days: 7-8 Arches National Park

Leaving Colorado, our first stop is Moab, here you can hike amongst thousands of majestic sandstone structures in Arches National Park and watch the sun go down behind the most beautiful of them all; Delicate Arch. The following day provides an opportunity to go mountain biking along brilliant red rock trails, or down the old logging roads that climb the Manti La Sal Mountains.
Accommodation: Camping included

Days: 9 Monument Valley

Take a breath and move on to Monument Valley., where you will experience a beautiful sunset and sunrise. Enjoy an optional native jeep tour into the valley with an Indian guide to better experience and understand the Navajo Nation.
Accommodation: Camping included

Days: 10-11 Grand Canyon National Park

Next stop is Grand Canyon National Park, with a full day to experience the grandeur of Earth's natural wonder. Whether you are up with the sun to start your long hike down Bright Angel Trail to Plateau Point, or choose the "bird's eye" view on a scenic flight, you are sure to be left with feelings of awe and amazement.
Accommodation: Camping included

Days: 12 Las Vegas

Back to the modern world with a bang - Las Vegas - the greatest show on earth! Cruise "The Strip" in a super-stretch limo, indulge in an all-you-can eat buffet, take in a show or just watch the amazing crowds, neon signs and attractions that many hotel casinos have to offer. And if that's not enough, take a helicopter flight down The Strip or just gamble the night away in one of the world class casinos.
Accommodation: 1 night hotel paid locally

Days: 13-16 Sierra Nevadas, Yosemite and San Francisco

The next morning is a scenic drive through the Sierra Nevada Mountains to the forested granite peaks of Yosemite National Park. Visit the famous giant Sequoia trees, hike the intimidating Half Dome or just experience the natural tranquillity from deep on the valley floor. Yosemite offers pristine wilderness, spectacular scenery and fantastic hiking opportunities. We complete this journey across America's Heartland at the destination of many of this country's earliest settlers - San Francisco!
Accommodation: Camping included

Tours ends at 18:00 hrs in San Francisco on day 16.

TOUR: CCT CROSS COUNTRY TRAIL departing from CHICAGO

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PHOTO GALLERY

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Arches Van

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Arches Sitting On Rock

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Dead Horse Point Cliff Edge

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Colorado Lake

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Muley Point Feet

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Yosemite Falls Trio

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Colorado Rocky Mountains

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Monument Valley Plain

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Monument Valley Area Horseback Riding

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