SOUTHERN SUN
21 days
, from
NEW YORK AREA
to
LOS ANGELES
Also departs from
Los Angeles
| Trek Code: | SN |
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| Destination: | Cross Country |
| Departure Months: | Mar-Oct |
TREK IT OUT!!
- Eastern cities, southern hospitality & desert southwest
- A great mix of everything
- Our most popular trek
TOUR OVERVIEW
Experience the fast paced East, the slow moving South and the laidback West with exciting activities such as whitewater rafting, horseback riding and hiking on offer - don't forget about the nightlife of New Orleans and Las Vegas!
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Services of a TrekAmerica tour leader
- All transportation by private adventure vehicle
- 16 nights camping fees & equipment (except sleeping bag)
- Illumination Tour of Washington Monuments
- Admission to Carlsbad Caverns
- Limos in Las Vegas
- Admission to all National Parks & Monuments as per the itinerary
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES (paid locally)
- Whitewater Rafting US$30-$150
- Excellent National Park hikes US$FREE
- Waverunners US$50
- New Orleans Jazz Clubs US$10-$20
- Mississippi Steamboat Ride US$20-$75
- Southern Mansion Tour US$10
- Smithsonian National Museums US$FREE
- Grand Canyon Scenic Flights US$125-$375
- Guided jeep tour in Monument Valley US$50-$95
- Western horseback riding US$45-$95
- Grand Canyon I-MAX Theater US$8-$12
- Las Vegas clubs and casinos US$50-US$150
- Swamp Tour US$20-$40
TREK NOTES
We are no longer including a day trip to Mexico on this tour due to previous problems experienced at the border crossing.
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!
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Days: 1-2
New York area & Washington DC
Depart the New York area, 'the City that never sleeps' for America's Capital and an included Illumination Tour of the White House, the Capitol and the Washington Monuments. Explore the world renowned museums, such as the Smithsonian and take advantage of the great nightlife in Georgetown!
Accommodation: Camping included
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Days: 3-5
Virginia, Tennessee & Alabama
Head for the Appalachian Mountains in Virginia and then an optional rafting trip could be on the cards in Tennessee. What an exhilarating first taste of the Deep South that would be! Next, travel into the 'Deep South' to Alabama and Mississippi for a taste of true southern hospitality as the radio pumps out a hatful of country tunes to back this up.
Accommodation: Camping included
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Days: 6-7
New Orleans
Then to New Orleans with all it's charm and character. Ride a steamboat on the Mississippi River, sample Cajun food, relax to the sounds of a Jazz or Dixieland band in the French Quarter and join the ongoing party on Bourbon Street. New Orleans has more than just food, drink and music to offer. Join a swamp tour into the alligator habitat of southern Louisiana, to view all sorts of wildlife on the mysterious bayous of Cajun country.
Accommodation: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally
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Days: 8-12
Texas, San Antonio & Carlsbad Caverns
The Lone Star State bids you a big-hearted welcome for four nights in this huge slice of far-out countryside. Head for historic San Antonio and home of the Alamo, a symbol of Texan pride. Continue to Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico; a geological spectacle and one of the largest cave systems in the world. (Trek Update: We are no longer including a day trip to Mexico due to previous problems experienced at the border crossing).
Accommodation: Camping included
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Days: 13-14
Arizona/New Mexico & Monument Valley
Venturing into the desert southwest we explore Monument Valley, home of the Navajo Indians where massive buttes, mesas and breathtaking sunrises can be viewed. Learn about their fascinating past while exploring the area on an optional hiking and jeep tour and mix with the Native Americans while purchasing their handcrafted goods.
Accommodation: Camping included
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Days: 15-16
Grand Canyon National Park
Off to the Grand Canyon National Park, where unfortunately (or fortunately) no photograph or description can prepare you for the inconceivable expanse of space, colour and bewildering shapes you will witness. No matter if you hike, take a scenic flight or simply gaze into it's vastness at sunset, you will be amazed at one of the world's greatest natural wonders.
Accommodation: Camping included
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Days: 17-18
Zion National Park
North to the shores of Lake Powell, a desert oasis with a multitude of water sports on offer and a chance to sunbathe and refresh yourself in it's cool waters. Journey further west to Zion National Park. This spectacular gorge was carved from the sandstone cliffs and towers high into the sky and can be ascended by a moderate day-walk appropriately called 'Angel's Landing'.
Accommodation: Camping included
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Days: 19-20
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: 2 en-route hotel nights paid locally
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Days: 21
Los Angeles
We finish our adventure at the Pacific Ocean and a day hangin' out at the beach in Los Angeles to finish our cool road trip!
Tour ends at 18:00 hrs in Los Angeles on day 21.
TOUR: SN SOUTHERN SUN departing from NEW YORK AREA
Also departs from
Los Angeles
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