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13D - 12N
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Your trip in a nutshell
Itinerary
Day - 1
San Francisco Arrival: The Bay City
Arrive in San Francisco—the Bay City—and transfer to your hotel. Settle into this dynamic metropolis, known for its iconic hills, distinctive Victorian architecture, and cooling fog. Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the urban exploration and breathtaking coastal drives that define the start of your American journey through California.
Day - 2
Golden Gate Views and Crooked Streets
Embark on a city tour visiting the Civic Center, the historic Chinatown, and the famously crooked Lombard Street. Next, enjoy a San Francisco Bay Cruise to view the spectacular Golden Gate Bridge and the historic Alcatraz Island from the water. Conclude the day with a thrilling ride on the world's last manually operated Cable Car system, experiencing one of the city's signature pastimes.
Day - 3
Pacific Coastline and Hollywood Bound
Check out and begin the drive south toward Los Angeles. En route, take the famed 17-Mile Drive along the Monterey Peninsula. Admire dramatic coastal cliffs, pristine beaches, and world-renowned golf courses like Pebble Beach. The drive features the iconic Lone Cypress, a symbol of the area standing on its rocky perch for over 250 years, before you continue to LA for check-in.
Day - 4
Hollywood Thrills: Behind the Scenes
Spend a full day at Universal Studios, the world’s largest film and television studio. Go "behind the scenes" on the studio tour to discover movie secrets and how special effects bring films to life. Experience virtual 3D adventures like Transformers and dare to ride the thrilling Revenge of the Mummy. Conclude your visit by experiencing the high-action stunts and impressive effects of the Waterworld show.
Day - 5
Walk of Fame Glamour and Desert Drive
Take a guided tour of Los Angeles, visiting the famous Hollywood Boulevard. Compare handprints with screen legends at Mann's Chinese Theatre and stroll the Walk of Fame. Drive past the luxury shops of Rodeo Drive before departing across the Mojave Desert. Arrive in Las Vegas, checking into your hotel to experience the dazzling night lights of the Strip.
Day - 6
Fremont Street Lights and Aerial Views
Enjoy a day exploring Las Vegas at your leisure. In the evening, embark on a city tour highlighted by the vibrant Fremont Street Experience, famous for its dazzling canopy of lights, stunning visuals, and sound effects. Ascend the Stratosphere Tower for a spectacular aerial view of the glittering city, aiming to catch the magnificent Bellagio Fountain Show before dinner.
Day - 7
Vegas Leisure or Grand Canyon Majesty
The day is free for leisure or optional adventures. Consider an excursion to the majestic Grand Canyon, where the mile-deep gorge compels travelers to pause and draw breath. Alternatively, try your luck at one of the Strip’s famous casinos, explore unique themed hotels, or enjoy shopping at the outlet malls.
Day - 8
Coast-to-Coast Journey to Thundering Falls
Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight to Buffalo. Upon arrival, enjoy the scenic drive to Niagara Falls USA, one of the world's most spectacular natural wonders. Check into your hotel and prepare for the unique, breathtaking sights of the thundering American, Horseshoe, and Bridal Veil Falls awaiting you tomorrow.
Day - 9
Maid of the Mist and Hurricane Deck
Begin with the iconic Maid of the Mist boat tour, cruising past the base of the American Falls toward the basin of the powerful Horseshoe Falls. Later, experience the Cave of the Winds tour, where an elevator descends 175 feet into the Niagara Gorge. Walk a series of boardwalks to reach the Hurricane Deck, getting within 20 feet of the crashing Bridal Veil Falls.
Day - 10
Sweet Stops and Capital Arrival
Check out and depart for Washington D.C. En route, stop at Hershey’s Chocolate World, the "sweetest place on earth," to enjoy interactive chocolate-making experiences and shop for delicious treats. Arrive in the nation’s capital, check into your hotel, and relax after the long drive, preparing to explore the historic monuments and museums tomorrow.
Day - 11
Smithsonian Flight and National Monuments
Embark on a guided tour of Washington D.C., viewing national monuments and federal buildings. Later, visit the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum, home to the world's largest collection of aviation artifacts. You will see iconic pieces like the original Wright 1903 Flyer and the Apollo 11 Command Module Columbia, tracing humanity's journey from first flight to the moon landing. Afterward, drive to New Jersey for check-in.
Day - 12
Skyscrapers, Liberty, and the Empire State
Begin a guided tour of New York City, seeing landmarks like Wall Street, Times Square, and Ground Zero. Board a cruise to Liberty Island for a close view of the Statue of Liberty. Ascend to the 86th Floor Observatory of the Empire State Building. This open-air deck, 1,050 feet above street level, provides spectacular 360-degree views across Manhattan, symbolizing the ambition to build towers that reach for the skies.
Day - 13
Journey Home: Farewell USA
Enjoy a final American breakfast before checking out of your hotel. Arrange your own transfer to the airport for your flight back home, carrying with you wonderful memories from the mountains, coasts, and iconic cities of the United States.
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