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Historic Route 66

The Route 66 tour begins in Chicago and ends in Los Angeles. The REVERSE tour option Los Angeles > Chicago is also available. Please ask our customer representative. Please view itinerary description below.

Trip Itinerary

Chicago Arrival

Arrive at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport and transfer independently to your hotel.

Step outside today and experience mile after magnificent mile of the Windy City. Stand on the corner of Michigan and Adams, marked as the starting point of historic Route 66. Enjoy coffee and a big breakfast at Lou Mitchell’s, a Chicago institution since 1923 and a must for Route 66 travelers. Stroll the lakefront, peruse the shops, bike the parks, grab a Chicago Dog, or explore the city’s incredible sights and architectural treasures including Willis Tower, one of the tallest buildings in North Americas.

Chicago – St. Louis / driving distance: 300 mi / 480 km

This morning, pick up your rental car and get ready for an unforgettable journey into the then and now of America along historic Route 66. This legendary old road passes through a variety of pure Americana landscapes and takes in some of the country’s biggest, oldest and most peculiar sites along the way. Begin your journey by following the traditional east-to-west path of Route 66 from Chicago to St. Louis, Missouri, cruising through endless cornfields and flat prairies. En route, don’t miss Wilmington’s most photographed “citizen”, the larger-than-life green Gemini Giant, and Atlanta’s Bunyan Giant, a 19-foot statue of Paul Bunyan holding a giant hot dog. In Springfield, stop at the Cozy Dog Drive-In, the birthplace of the corn dog, and explore the legacy of Abraham Lincoln with a visit to the Lincoln Home National Historic Site. Once in St. Louis, the largest city along Route 66, you can follow in the footsteps of legendary explorers by visiting the historic sites found throughout the city including the Gateway Arch, the nation’s tallest monument.

St. Louis – Springfield / driving distance: 210 mi / 340 km

Continue through the Ozark Highlands of southern Missouri to Springfield, recognized as the birthplace of Route 66. En route, stop at Meramec Caverns, an extensive set of natural limestone caves whose formations and colors are as unique as they are beautiful. Adding to the pleasure of exploring the caves is learning that Jesse James used them as a hideout and took advantage of the underground river to escape through the “back door”.

Springfield – Tulsa – Oklahoma City / driving distance: 310 mi / 520 km

This morning, cut through the southeastern corner of Kansas on your way to Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma section of Route 66 contains more driveable miles than any other state as well as several miles of the original 9-foot road segment that served Oklahoman families headed west in search of better opportunities during the 1930’s. En route to Oklahoma City, stop to view the beloved 20-foot tall cement Blue Whale in Catoosa, a landmark along Route 66, and the Cyrus Avery Route 66 Memorial Bridge in Tulsa, honoring the “Father of Route 66’s” memory and connection to the historic highway. Once in Oklahoma City, the state’s capital, be sure to check out the old Route 66 motels, gas stations and numerous vintage buildings.

Oklahoma City – Amarillo / driving distance: 260 mi / 420 km

Continue to Amarillo, located in the pancake-flat plains of the Texas Panhandle. This area of Texas was once the buffalo-rich grasslands of the Great Plains, inhabited by bands of Kiowa and Comanche Indians. Stop at the Route 66 Museum in Clinton where you can experience six decades of Route 66 history. See Shamrock’s Tower Station and the U-Drop Inn Café whose towering spire is still a reminder of the booming business it once saw. See the first restored Phillips 66 gas station in McLean, and in Groom the leaning water tower and a 150-foot tall stainless steel cross. Once in Amarillo, be sure to stop at Big Texas Steak Ranch where you can attempt their 72oz. steak challenge.

Amarillo – Albuquerque / driving distance: 270 mi / 450 km

Before leaving Amarillo be sure to visit Cadillac Ranch. This unique display of art features a row of ten colorfully painted Cadillac cars buried grille first in the ground. Continue to the MidPoint Café in Adrian famous for its “ugly crust” pies. From Adrian you’ll follow Route 66 to Albuquerque, New Mexico for a great taste of the Land of Enchantment.

The state’s largest city, Albuquerque spreads north and south along the banks of the Rio Grande. Spend the day exploring Downtown Albuquerque’s Central Avenue, a treasure trove of Route 66 landmarks. Historic Old Town offers a taste of New Mexico’s Spanish colonial past while the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, owned by the state’s 19 different Pueblo communities, traces the history of the region’s Native American cultures.

Albuquerque – Santa Fe – Albuquerque / driving distance: 116 mi / 186 km

To get a true sense of the Old Route 66, today you will detour to New Mexico’s state capital, Santa Fe. Founded on the ruins of an abandoned Indian village and steeped in history, Santa Fe is the oldest Capital in the U.S., and although it lost its place on Route 66 in 1938, it remains one of the most picturesque cities in the state. At one time this was the end of the old Santa Fe Trail, the earliest trade route linking the American frontier back east with the far west. Plan to visit one of Santa Fe’s famous art galleries, art markets, or museums full of traditional and contemporary art, including works by their own Georgia O’Keeffe, or shop for authentic creations you just won’t find anywhere else.

Albuquerque – Holbrook / driving distance: 260 mi / 420 km

This morning, the state of Arizona welcomes Route 66 travelers with an overwhelming display of trading posts. View huge concrete tepees that stand at the foot of brilliant red-rock mesas en route to Petrified Forest National Park, the only park in the National Park System containing a section of Historic Route 66. Here you will come face-to-face with over 13,000 years of human history and one of the world’s largest and most colorful assemblies of petrified wood, historic structures and archeological sites. Catch a sunset over the Painted Desert from the park’s Kachina Point before heading to Holbrook. Once in Holbrook, stop at the Wigwam Motel whose steel and concrete teepees featuring modern conveniences have welcomed guests since the 1950’s.

Holbrook – Grand Canyon National Park/Williams / driving distance: 180 mi / 290 km

Continue to Meteor City, a true vintage trading post whose distinctive dome can be seen for miles along this stretch of Route 66. Pass through Flagstaff and Williams en route to Grand Canyon National park, a natural wonder that you simply have to see to believe. Spend the day discovering the distinct South Rim of the Canyon. Stop at one of the numerous overlooks, walk part of the Rim Trail or along the historic Hermit Road. Visit a Photo Hot Spot, or climb to the top of a stone Watchtower for panoramic views that extend over 100 miles on clear days.

Grand Canyon National Park/Williams – Las Vegas / driving distance: 300 mi / 480 km

Leave the pretty town of Williams and the Grand Canyon behind as you make your way to Seligman, the first stop heading west on the longest uninterrupted stretch of Route 66. Continue through Kingman whose old Route 66 cafés and motels still flourish, to one of Arizona’s hidden treasures, Hoover Dam. Considered the largest single public works project in the history of the U.S., The Hoover Dam straddles the mighty Colorado River, which forms the border between Nevada and Arizona and brings much-needed water and power to the Southwest. Continue to Las Vegas, Nevada, a city that needs no introduction.

Enjoy a full day Las Vegas style. Walk the famous Las Vegas Strip lined with mega-resorts and flashing neon lights, place a bet at one of the many casinos, dine at world-class restaurants, catch the latest must-see show, shop designer boutiques, ride a rollercoaster, lay by the pool … the list goes on. With so much to do, 24 hours in a day hardly seems like enough.

Las Vegas – Santa Monica/Los Angeles / driving distance: 290 mi / 470 km

This morning, set out through the Mojave Desert for Calico Ghost Town, Yermo, California’s authentic silver mining town and one of the few original mining camps of the Old West. Rejoin Route 66 in Barstow where a collection of historic photographs and artifacts related to Route 66 and the Mojave Desert Communities are on display at the Route 66 “Mother Road” Museum. Continue through Pasadena, Los Angeles, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills to Santa Monica for a true Hollywood ending to your cross-country journey. Park and venture the last few blocks on foot to view the “End of the Trail” sign on Santa Monica’s Pier. This sign officially marks the western end of historic Route 66.

Los Angeles/Santa Monica

Spend the day strolling along the beaches of Santa Monica or browsing the adjacent indoor/ outdoor shops at Third Street Promenade. Or, further explore L.A.’s one-of-a-kind destinations, playgrounds of the rich and famous and architectural gems. Universal Studios Hollywood and Anaheim’s original Disneyland Park are also located within easy driving distance.

Los Angeles Departure

Return your rental car at Los Angeles International Airport prior to your departure.

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS - Gaze at Chicago’s Willis Tower, the tallest building in North America - Take a nostalgic ride along historic Route 66 - Get a bird’s eye view of the Gateway Arch in St. Louis - Lose yourself in the quiet beauty of Missouri’s Ozark Region - Experience the nation’s longest drivable stretch of Route 66 in Oklahoma - Pay a visit to Amarillo’s Cadillac Ranch, a ritual site on The Mother Road - Sample rich culture and the true Southwest in Albuquerque - Visit Santa Fe, a UNESCO designated City of Design, Crafts and Folk Art - Explore one of the best remnants of native Arizona grassland in Petrified Forest - View one of the 7 natural wonders of the world, the Grand Canyon - Pay a visit to Hoover Dam - Enjoy 24 Hour entertainment in glittering Las Vegas - Explore Calico Ghost Town - See the replica of the long-lost Route 66 “End of the Trail” sign at the Santa Monica Pier - Get closer to the stars at Grauman’s Chinese Theater, a Hollywood landmark - Commemorative certificate of having driven Historic Route 66 Admission fees not included

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8 Best Route 66 Bus Tours

By: Author Values Bus Tour

Posted on Last updated: June 19, 2023

If you’re looking to explore Route 66, then a bus tour is the perfect way to do it. There are many different tours to choose from, so you can find one that fits your interests and budget. Here are 8 of the best Route 66 bus tours.

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Origin Of Route 66

Route 66 is one of the most iconic highways in America. It runs from Chicago to Los Angeles, and for many years was one of the main routes used by westward-bound travelers.

The highway has been immortalized in song, literature, and film, and continues to hold a special place in the American imagination. But where did Route 66 come from?

The highway was first established in 1926 when the U.S. government created a system of numbered highways. Route 66 was assigned the number 66, and it quickly became one of the busiest routes in the country.

In 1938, the highway was paved from end to end, making it even more popular with cross-country travelers. During the height of its popularity in the 1950s, an estimated 200,000 people used Route 66 each year.

Although it has been largely overshadowed by newer interstate highways in recent years, Route 66 still holds a special place in American culture. In some parts of the country, the highway has been preserved as a historical landmark, and it continues to beckon travelers with its promise of adventure .

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What Destinations Can Be Visited On A Route 66 Bus Tour?

A Route 66 bus tour is the perfect way to see all the sights along America’s iconic highway. The tour takes travelers from Chicago to Los Angeles, with stops at some of the most popular destinations along the way.

In Chicago, travelers can visit the Field Museum or take a river cruise on the Chicago River. Further west, the tour makes stops in Springfield, Illinois, home of Abraham Lincoln, and in St. Louis, Missouri, where travelers can explore the Gateway Arch.

Other highlights of the tour include a stop in Oklahoma City to see the world’s largest collection of Western art at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum and a visit to Santa Fe, New Mexico, where travelers can explore ancient Pueblo dwellings at Bandelier National Monument.

The tour ends with a stop in Los Angeles, where travelers can explore Hollywood Boulevard or take a walk on Venice Beach. A Route 66 bus tour is the perfect way to see all the highlights of America’s iconic highway.

1. The Mother Road From Chicago To Los Angeles

This eight-day tour departs from Chicago and makes stops in Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona before ending in Los Angeles .

Along the way, passengers will learn about the history of Route 66 and see some of its most iconic landmarks, including the Cadillac Ranch and the Petrified Forest.

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2. The East Coast Explorer

This nine-day tour departs from New York City and makes stops in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona before ending in Los Angeles.

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3. The West Coast Wanderer

This eight-day tour departs from Los Angeles and makes stops in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, and Pennsylvania before ending in New York City.

Along the way, passengers will learn about the history of Route 66 and see some of its most iconic landmarks including the Cadillac Ranch and the Petrified Forest.

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4. The Southern Sojourn

This eight-day tour departs from Los Angeles and makes stops in Arizona, New Mexico, Texas , Oklahoma, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Georgia, and South Carolina before ending in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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5. The Northern Explorer

This nine-day tour departs from Chicago and makes stops in Illinois, Wisconsin , Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, and California before ending in Los Angeles.

Along the way, passengers will learn about the history of Route 66 and see some of its most iconic landmarks including the Cadillac Ranch and the Petrified Forest .

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6. Tauck’s Route 66 Tour

This tour is nine days and eight nights and starts in Chicago. It covers all of the major Route 66 landmarks, as well as some lesser-known gems. Tauck is known for its small group sizes, luxury accommodations, and expert guides.

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7. Old Route 66 Tours

This tour is five days and four nights and starts in Chicago. It covers all of the major Route 66 landmarks, as well as some lesser-known gems. The tour is led by Saidel Perez, who has been driving Route 66 for over 20 years.

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8. Road Scholar’s Route 66 Adventure

This tour is eight days and seven nights and starts in Los Angeles. In addition to visiting all of the major Route 66 landmarks, Road Scholar offers a number of educational activities, such as lectures and seminars led by historians.

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What Is The Cost Of A Route 66 Bus Tour?

The cost of a bus tour along Route 66 can vary depending on the company you book with, the length of the tour, and the time of year you travel. However, most tours cost between $3,000 and $5,000 per person.

The price includes transportation, accommodation, and some meals. It does not cover the cost of activities or souvenirs.

A typical tour lasts two weeks and covers 2,448 miles. The route starts in Chicago, Illinois and ends in Los Angeles, California. Along the way, passengers will see iconic landmarks such as the Grand Canyon and the Painted Desert .

They will also have the opportunity to sample local cuisine and meet interesting people. For many people, a Route 66 bus tour is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that is well worth the cost.

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Is Taking A Bus Tour To Route 66 Worth It?

Taking a bus tour to Route 66 is definitely worth it! Not only will you get to see some of the most iconic landmarks and scenery in America, but you’ll also learn about the history and culture of Mother Road.

The tour guide will share stories and insights about each stop on the route, and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to take photos and explore on your own. Plus, you’ll meet other travelers who are just as passionate about Route 66 as you are.

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned road warrior, a bus tour is a perfect way to experience all that Route 66 has to offer.

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The 8 best bus tours along Route 66 are a great way to experience the history and culture of the iconic American highway. From Chicago to Los Angeles, these bus tours will take you on a journey through small towns and big cities, past natural wonders, and famous landmarks.

You’ll see why Route 66 is known as “The Mother Road” and get a true sense of America’s heritage and spirit. So what are you waiting for? Hop on board one of these amazing bus tours today!

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Historic Route 66

Get your kicks on a tour of the Mother Road, historic Route 66. America’s most famous road connected the country using miles of concrete, unique attractions, and an identity built on the ideals of freedom and individuality.

• Stand at the official start and end points of Route 66 in Chicago and Santa Monica
• Visit the 8 states that comprise historic Route 66
• Photo ops at roadside oddities including Cadillac Ranch & Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch
• See the Painted Desert, Petrified Forest, and Grand Canyon
• Travel to the top of St. Louis’ Gateway Arch
• Enjoy a guided tour of Chicago, including the Chicago River Boat Architecture Tour

Paramount Pictures Studio Tour

Explore over a century of Hollywood history on this tour.

Canal Tour & Dinner

Go on a memorable dinner cruise down Oklahoma’s Bricktown Canal.

Activity level

• Very Active

Tour Includes

Sightseeing

• Oklahoma City
• Albuquerque
• Los Angeles
• Santa Monica

Hotel Accommodations

• Moderate hotels based on twin/double occupancy
• 13 Breakfasts and 3 Dinners
• A professionally trained tour director who is knowledgeable about the area will provide you with a wealth of information. Their friendly service will make your trip a memorable experience.

Baggage Handling

• To and from your hotel room throughout your land tour for one piece of Checked Baggage per person.

Chicago, IL

Los Angeles, CA

Hampton Inn Magnificent Mile or similar

Add-On : 360 Chicago Observation Deck & Dinner at Ed Debevic’s

Today you hit the open road. Travel west to Pontiac, home of the Route 66 Hall of Fame & Museum. Enjoy the nostalgic exhibits, then have lunch on your own. Next stop is Lincoln’s tomb, the resting place of the 16th President. Pull into St. Louis late this afternoon. (B)

Pear Tree Inn & Suites St Louis Convention Center or similar

This morning you will ride a tram 630 feet up to the top of the St. Louis’ Gateway Arch, located at Gateway Arch National Park, then set off for Branson, dubbed the “Live Music Capital of the Universe.” Relax on your own this evening. (B)

Fairfield Inn & Suites or similar

Add-On : Dolly Parton’s Stampede

Travel from Branson to Oklahoma City by way of Galena, Kansas. Route 66 goes right through Galena’s historic district. Oklahoma City, known locally as OKC, is renowned for its cowboy culture and excellent barbecue. Visit the Oklahoma City Memorial before checking into your hotel. (B)

Hampton Inn Oklahoma City Bricktown or similar

Add-On : Canal Tour & Dinner

Continue to Elk City, where you will see the National Route 66 & Transportation Museum. Enjoy lunch on your own in the charming town, then pull into Amarillo, TX for an included dinner at The Big Texan Steak Ranch. (B, D)

Sleep Inn West Medical Center or similar

Stop by Cadillac Ranch, one of Route 66’s stranger art exhibits. Cadillac Ranch consists of ten graffiti-covered Cadillacs buried nose-deep in the hard dirt. After a short pit stop in Adrian, Route 66’s halfway point, enjoy lunch on your own in the town of Tucumcari, before heading to Albuquerque. (B)

Best Western Plus Rio Grande or similar

Days Hotel or similar

The beauty of the Grand Canyon is the complex and breathtaking result of billions of years of geographic tumult. It is a dramatic, dynamic display of earth’s power. Spend most of the day exploring the Grand Canyon on your own. Return to Flagstaff in the evening. (B)

Add-On : Buckwild Grand Canyon Hummer Tours

Your first stop today is Seligman, the “historic birthplace of Route 66.” Kingman, Arizona, is full of murals dedicated to Route 66, and is a great place to grab lunch en route to Las Vegas. Arrive in Sin City this afternoon, and enjoy the evening at your leisure. (B)

Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino or similar

Add-On : High Roller Observation Wheel & Dinner

Enjoy a photo op at the Las Vegas sign this morning, followed by a tour of the Las Vegas Strip. Spend the rest of the day at your leisure, or enjoy an optional tour. (B)

After lunch in Barstow, visit Elmer’s Bottle Tree Ranch—one of Route 66’s quirkiest roadside attractions. Elmer Long created over 200 trees and cacti—artful eye-catching when illuminated by the hot desert sun. (B)

Please note that this is a proposed itinerary; the actual itinerary may vary due to season, special events, or weather. Hotels may differ depending on date. Because our tour arrangements are often made a year or more in advance, YMT Vacations reserves the right to alter the itinerary. Itinerary changes are made to improve your vacation experience, as well as respond to any unforeseen circumstances that mandate alterations. By their nature, all tour vacations involve a certain level of physical activity. While YMT tours have been designed with our guests in mind and are not physically demanding, this tour does include walking and periods of standing during the sightseeing visits. You will also encounter steps and some uneven ground along the way, particularly at older, historical sights. Please ask your Travel Consultant for more information.

YMT Vacations itineraries may contain suggestions for activities for your leisure time; these suggestions do not constitute a recommendation nor an endorsement of any specific service provider and the decision to participate in any such activities should be made independently.

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Whole experience was very memorable and positive.

The trip was well organized, helpful, courteous, and patient with us, helpful and answered all my questions.

Unfortunately, additional nights are not available from YMT Vacations for this tour. Your YMT Sales Consultant will confirm the specific hotel related to your departure date, and you can then contact the hotel directly to arrange an extended stay.

Yes, triples are permitted (depending on availability) in 2 beds.

You should arrive in Chicago no later than 3pm.

No, none are required.

Make your vacation extra special by adding optional excursions to your tour. It’s a great opportunity to enhance your trip, these experiences slot seamlessly into your package, and we’ll take care of all the logistics for you. Call us for pricing, and remember that adding an optional experience might increase the overall activity level of the tour, so always keep that in mind when planning your trip.

Explore over a century of Hollywood history and witness more in the making. During your visit, you’ll see where some of the most celebrated motion pictures and TV shows are made. Enjoy a classic Hollywood studio cart tours of historic and active backlot sets and prop warehouse.

• Paramount Studio Tour entrance and guided golf cart tour

Duration: 3 hours (Morning)

Activity Level: Easy

Price: $99 USD

Discover downtown Oklahoma City’s most scenic entertainment district on a memorable dinner cruise down the Bricktown Canal. The Bricktown Water Taxi gives informative, entertaining narrated cruises of the Bricktown Canal, with an emphasis on Oklahoma history and OKC’s rebirth as one of the south’s coolest cities. For your fun optional dinner cruise, climb aboard a bright yellow water taxi to discover Oklahoma’s former warehouse district. Bricktown is known and nicknamed for its striking brick buildings that once housed railroad company offices. Drift under picturesque bridges and past historical murals, waterfalls, specialty shops and restaurants, sculptures, and the showstopping Centennial Land Run Monument. Savor a delicious dinner of beautifully prepared kebabs while you enjoy the approximately mile-long journey.

• Bricktown Water Taxi cruise
• Kebab dinner- Dinner will be served on the boat with a variety of chicken skewers, beef skewers, vegetable skewers, caprese skewers, a fruit and cheese tray, and soft drinks. Tax and gratuity is included.

Note: Private boat charter for YMT guests only. ( Do note that dinner is not available for October 3, 2024 departures, and the boat is not exclusive to YMT guests traveling on that day)

Duration: 1.5 hours (evening)

Price: $89 USD

Enjoy panoramic views of Chicago at the 360 Chicago observatory in the John Hancock building, followed by dinner at a local restaurant. Visit 360 Chicago on the 94th floor of the John Hancock building. 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck offers breathtaking panoramic views of Chicago from 1,000 feet above the Magnificent Mile.

• Entrance to 360 Chicago Observatory
• Dinner at Ed Debevic’s – Meals will come served with a salad, fries and coleslaw, guests will have choice of Entrée, Cheeseburger, Veggie Burger (plant based), Chicago Style Hot Dog, Edʼs pulled Pork sandwich, Caesar Salad with Grilled Chicken. All entrées are followed by homemade chocolate brownie for dessert. Unlimited soft drinks. Tax & tip included. Beer, wine and spirits available for purchase.

Note:   This is not a traditional dining experience. Quirky servers in flashy costumes serve up great burgers, hot dogs, cheese fries, huge salads, milkshakes, and brownies – all delivered to your glittery booth with a side order of sass. Don’t expect this diner to be a “Please” and “Thank You” kind of place, or you might just get your feelings hurt! The servers are encouraged to create characters – ranging from jocks, to beauty school dropouts, to greasers, to nerds – and are even known to drop their trays and break into choreographed dance numbers on top of the soda counters!

Duration: 3 hours (evening)

Price: $75 USD

Enter this 35,000 square foot main arena and enjoy a delicious four-course feast as you experience the main show. Enjoy thrilling horse riding stunts, amazing special effects and an astounding musical production that is sure to amaze you. Created by Dolly Parton, the Stampede opened in 1987 and has become one of the world’s most visited dinner attractions.

• Entrance to Dolly Parton’s Stampede
• Dinner options – Four-Course Feast & Four Course Vegetarian Feast; Four Course Feast includes The Stampede’s original creamy vegetable soup, a scrumptious homemade biscuit, mouth-watering tender whole rotisserie chicken, delicious hickory smoked barbecued pork loin, buttery corn on the cob, tasty herb basted potato, the Stampede’s very own specialty dessert, unlimited Coca-Cola®, tea or coffee. Four Course Vegetarian Feast includes Original creamy vegetable soup (soup is made with chicken broth ), a hot homemade biscuit, fire roasted veggies with quinoa and multigrain rice, buttery corn on the cob, herb basted potato, hot flaky apple turnover, unlimited Coca- Cola®, tea or coffee.

Note: If you or anyone in your party has allergies or medical conditions, please be advised to take the necessary precautions prior to entering the facility.

Duration: 3.5-4 hours (Evening)

Experience the Grand Canyon during mid-morning and see majestic colors of the rocks in the grand canyon aboard a Hummer. Learn about the American Southwest and it’s ancient inhabitants. Look out for the wildlife you may see on along your way. Don’t forget to bring your camera.

• 2 hour Hummer “Humvee” tour of the Grand Canyon
• Learn about the history of the Grand Canyon
• Breathtaking photo opportunities

Note: Layered clothing is recommended.

Duration: Approx. 2 Hours (Morning)

Price: $119 USD (2024) & $125 USD (2025)

Sit down with your fellow travelers at an informal Italian family-style dinner in Las Vegas. Then, we will head to the High Roller Observation Wheel and enjoy 360 degree views of the Las Vegas strip and beyond. The High Roller is 550 feet above the Las Vegas Strip and is the largest observation wheel in North America.

• Italian family-style dinner at a restaurant in Las Vegas
• Menu includes: mixed green salad, fresh baked bread, spaghetti marinara, fettuccine alfredo and chicken parmigiana, followed by cheesecake; includes soft drinks, coffee and tea. Menu subject to change. Taxes & gratuities are included.
• Admission to the High Roller Observation Wheel

Duration: Approx. 3 – 3.5 Hours (Evening)

Price: $85 USD (2024) & $87 USD (2025)

Glamorous showgirls, broadway-style singers, dancers and a live big band! Vegas! The Show tells the musical story about Las Vegas, featuring the greatest entertainers as they pay homage to some of the legends  who turned Vegas into “The Entertainment Capital of the World!” Followed by dinner at Pampas Brazilian Steakhouse.

• Admission to Vegas! The Show
• One of the only shows still featuring the iconic Las Vegas showgirls
• Dinner featuring over 40 homemade salads, soups, sides, and entrées, including Picanha steak, Brazilian sausage, bacon wrapped chicken, garlic sirloin, fresh vegetables, and more! Vegetarian options available upon request. Soft drinks and dessert included. Menu subject to change. Taxes and gratuities included. Alcoholic beverages available for an additional fee

Duration: 3-3.5 hours (Evening)

Price: $159 USD

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Get your Kicks on Route 66, a Sunrise Tours Original Exploration of the Iconic Mother Road

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Join us for the ultimate American road trip on U.S. Highway 66 - popularly known as Route 66 or the Mother Road. Travel back in time as we visit historic places that evoke images of simpler times, mom and pop businesses and the icons of a mobile nation on the road. From the Santa Monica Pier to St. Louis, travel this famous road and see the well-preserved motels, diners, gas stations and roadside attractions of a bygone era.

• The Blue Whale of Cartoosa
• National Route 66 Museum
• Cadillac Ranch
• Amarillo guided tour
• Petrified Forest National Park
• Grand Canyon Caverns
• Mother Road Museum
• Santa Monica Pier
• Iconic photo opportunities

DAY 1: LOS ANGELES

Our Rt 66 journey begins as we fly into Los Angeles. Enjoy breathtaking views, ocean breezes and amusement park fun on Santa Monica Pier. Snap a picture at the official “End of the Trail” sign and visit the Last Stop Shop before dinner at iconic Mel’s Diner. Overnight in Los Angeles. D

DAY 2: LAS VEGAS

Depart for Barstow to visit the Mother Road Museum and Murals, then it’s full speed ahead to glittering Las Vegas. Take a group photo at the iconic “Welcome to Vegas” sign before arriving for dinner, and unpack for a two-night stay at the four-star Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino. B, D

DAY 3: LAS VEGAS

Today is yours to explore Las Vegas at leisure! Your Sunrise Tour Director will help you plan a perfect day. B

DAY 4: KINGMAN, AZ

Visit massive Hoover Dam before exploring Arizona’s Route 66 Museum, located on Andy Divine Road in historic Powerhouse. Overnight at the Route 66 themed Ramada Kingman in Kingman, AZ. B, D

DAY 5: GALLUP, NM

Depart for Peach Springs, the inspiration for the Pixar movie Cars. Visit Grand Canyon Caverns. Did you know that hiding within the Grand Canyon are an estimated 1,000 caves? After lunch at the classic diner, Cruiser’s Route 66 Cafe, visit great photo stops at the classic Jack Rabbit Trading Post and “Standing on the Corner in Winslow, Arizona.” Continue to El Rancho Hotel for a two-night stay, which served as home base to movie stars who came to the desert for their films. B, L

Option━Grand Canyon Caverns Take the exploration elevator 21 stories underground to explore the largest dry caverns in the United States during an optional guided walking tour. Price: TBD

DAY 6: PETRIFIED FOREST NATIONAL PARK

Spend the day exploring the Petrified Forest National Park, the world’s largest and most colorful collection of petrified wood, dating back 225 million years ago. Part of a natural travel corridor used for over 10,000 years, historic Rt 66 is its most famous road! After a stop at the Painted Desert Visitor Center and lunch on-your-own at the Painted Desert Diner, head out for a scenic drive through the park’s 28 miles, enjoying breathtaking views of the park’s Painted Desert vistas and colorful badlands. B, D

DAY 7: AMARILLO, TX

Continue on the Mother Road to Albuquerque, NM, for a visit to the new Rt 66 Visitor Center. Enjoy a classic 50s-style blue plate special lunch at the 66 Diner, complete with their famous milkshake. Next, you’ve reached the halfway point of Route 66! Stop in Adrian, TX, for a photo at the iconic midpoint sign. Join a local guide for a tour of Amarillo, including the must-stop at Cadillac Ranch to see 10 Cadillacs buried nose down and covered in spray paint graffiti. B, L

DAY 8: OKLAHOMA CITY

Stop in McLean, TX, to learn about the history of barb wire at the Devil’s Rope Museum before continuing to Shamrock, TX, to visit the U-Drop-Inn. Capture the spirit of Rt 66 at the National Route 66 Museum, the ultimate way to experience our nation’s most revered highway. Visit the Old Round Barn before dinner at the iconic POPS. Overnight in Oklahoma City. B, D

DAY 9: JOPLIN, MO

Visit the Rt 66 Interpretive Center featuring artwork and local memorabilia. Today is filled with classic Route 66 roadside attractions. Take photos of the famed roadside wonder, The Blue Whale of Cartoosa. Learn about the life of humorist Will Rogers by visiting his memorial museum in Claremore. Stop in Chelsea to marvel at the World’s Largest Concrete Totem Pole. Overnight in Joplin, MO. B, D

DAY 10: CUBA, MO AND HOME

Enjoy a guided tour of Joplin’s history, Route 66 Mural Park, and infamous outlaws Bonnie & Clyde’s hideout apartment. See the 163-foot-wide waterfall at Grand Falls before continuing our journey to Main Street of America. Stop at the Rt 66 Rocker (formerly the World’s Largest Rocking Chair) and see the famous Cuba Murals. Arrive in the St. Louis area with treasured memories of Route 66! B

ACCOMMODATIONS: Night 1: Renaissance Hotel LAX, Los Angeles, CA Nights 2-3: Golden Nugget Hotel, Las Vegas Night 4: Ramada, Kingman, AZ Nights 5-6: El Rancho Hotel, Gallup, NM Night 7: Big Texan Motel, Amarillo, TX Night 8: Hampton Inn, Oklahoma City, OK (or similar) Night 9: Hampton Inn, Joplin, MO (or similar)

• Departure: September 14, 2024
• Return: September 23, 2024
• Double: $2,599
• Triple/Quad: $2,399
• Single: $3,039

*Per person rates

*Includes outgoing flight to Los Angeles, return by coach to St. Louis

Make sure you have comfortable shoes! This tour requires a lot of walking.

Orange luggage tags are provided and are to be placed on your “checked luggage” (large bag). You do not need a tag for your carry-on bag, for which you will be responsible for taking on and off the coach. There is limited space in the cabin of the coach, so unless you require your carry-on bag while traveling, we will stow it in the luggage compartment.

On the first and last nights of this tour, you are welcome to pack your carry-on bag with essentials that would enable us to leave your “checked bag” on the coach. This will facilitate faster check-in and luggage delivery. This is not a requirement, merely a suggestion; we will deliver your “checked bag” to your room on the first and last night if you desire, just like every other night of the tour.

Important Information

Each reservation requires a $250 per person deposit planning fee (exceptions may apply) to be credited toward your final payment. Some or all of your deposit may be non-refundable per our cancellation schedule noted in these Terms & Conditions below. We are happy to accept cash, check (preferred) or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover) for your deposit.

Throughout 2021 we limited capacity on all our tours. This policy was so overwhelmingly popular by Sunrise travelers, we have made it permanent. In 2022 and beyond, we will limit the capacity on our motorcoaches to 80%. Most Sunrise Tours travel on 50-seat coaches with extra legroom, which means guests will enjoy extra legroom AND at least 6-8 empty seats. In the rare cases when we charter a 55-seat coach, there will be at least 10 open seats on the bus.

Our popular on-board refreshment service on travel days will feature a variety of soda, beer, wine spritzers, juices and sparkling water choices served in recyclable aluminum cans. This is a safe and eco-conscious way for us to deliver the ever-popular Sunrise Tours “happy hour” on tour. We do not typically serve bottled water and ask that while on tour you be responsible for your own hydration and consider the Sunrise Tours drink service a welcome refreshment.

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Route 66 tours: travel the most famous highway of the world! Get your kicks of 2,448 miles (by motorcycle, car, bus) from Chicago to LA...guided or self-guide...

Welcome to historic route 66: drive the "the mother road".

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Route 66 standard tours

15 day/14 night itinerary, both self-guide and fully guided versions, german, french, italian and spanish.

Route 66 Small Group Tour

17 day/16 night itinerary, small group and route 66.

Route 66 half-way tour: East (8 days)

Designed to ride from the illinois.

Route 66 half-way tour: West (9 days)

Original route tour offers, self-guide and fully guided versions.

Route 66 + the best natural wonders of the WEST (8 beautiful days)

Los angeles and las vegas.

Experience the Wild West(16 days)

Deserts, canyons, mountains, unforgettable sights, join a guided version.

Travel Route 66 in a minivan/minibus

Two nights in las vegas included.

Rent a Harley

Smaller sections of the mother road.

Rent a convertible car on Route 66!

Start in new york, #1 pacific highway drive.

Route 66 bus tours

Americans traveled from the 1920s through the 1960s, visit many of the route 66 museums.

We do organize custom tours

Have you got your own dates.

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Chicago to los angeles, download a route 66 app.

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Route 66 Escorted Coach Tour

Your complete tailored holiday includes:.

Scheduled flights | 14 nights accommodation | Free VIP pickup in the UK | Escorted by a professional tour manager | Exclusive travel information pack

Enquire here or call 0115 9610590 for our best prices

Scheduled flights | 14 nights accommodation | Chicago to Los Angeles luxury coach ticket | Exclusive travel information pack

Discover the Mother Road the escorted way.

See iconic America at it’s best with a Route 66 fly escorted coach tour from Complete North America. 

Take a ride through historic Route 66, beginning at the lakefront city of Chicago on this guided trip. Get a taste of the Old West in Oklahoma City, kick up your heels in Albuquerque and indulge in all the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas and Hollywood. Marvel at the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Grand Canyon and take in all the scenic vistas along the way. An unforgettable trip of the famous Route 66!

EXPLORE ROUTE 66 BY COACH.

As this motorcoach tour is guided, the itinerary can’t be amended. However this tour can be done self-guided and can be flexible. Contact us for details.

All our holidays offer complete financial protection and you will receive a uniquely personalised travelling pack to ensure you get the most from your adventure.

What you get

Explore route 66, estas / visas, day 1 chicago arrival.

Depart London Heathrow – 11:50 Arrive Chicago – 13:55 Journey Time – 8 hours 30 minutes

Welcome to the starting point of Route 66! Get settled in at The Palmer House, an Authentic Accommodation, and the nation’s oldest continually operating hotel. Hosting entertainers such as Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland, this elegant hotel became an epicenter for entertainment in the early 1900s. Spend the afternoon exploring the grounds, relaxing from your travels or head outdoors to get acquainted with the city of Chicago. At 6 p.m., gather at the hotel with your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception.

Overnight – Chicago (Welcome Reception Meal Included)

Day 2 Chicago to Springfield to St Louis

After an introduction to the Windy City, including elegant Lakeshore Drive and the Magnificent Mile, hit the road for a good, old-fashioned American road trip. Just outside Chicago, see several of Route 66’s original gas stations. Explore the history and cultural impact of America’s Mother Road at the Route 66 Association Hall of Fame & Museum. Roll on southwest to Springfield, on the way to St. Louis, the Gateway to the West.

Overnight – St Louis (Breakfast included)

Day 3 St. Louis Sightseeing

Get ready for a real taste of America’s Midwest today, starting with the view from atop the famed St. Louis Gateway Arch. Head to “The Hill” and learn about St. Ambrose Church, the history of the Italian Immigrants and why they came and stayed in St. Louis. This Unique Insight introduces you to wonderful Italian markets and the ancient game of Bocce. Afterward, experience another American favourite with a guided tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery—from the stables of the Clydesdales to the tasting room—and enjoy a taste of this Local Speciality as well. And what goes better with beer than barbecue? Learn to mix up your own sweet and spicy sauce with a team of master BBQ chefs and enjoy a rib-sticking Be My Guest dinner, hot off the grill.

Overnight – St Louis (Breakast and Be My Guest Dining included)

Day 4 St Louis to Meramec Caverns to Branson

Begin your day by crossing the Mississippi River via the Chain of Rocks Bridge, named for the rocks that made crossing the river so rough before the bridge was built in the 1960s. As you near the middle, keep your eyes peeled for the bridge’s most notable feature, a 22-degree bend. Go underground in Meramec Caverns, a former hideout of Jesse James, for a glimpse of some outstanding subterranean formations. Then it’s onward to the Ozarks and the lively American musical mecca of Branson. Explore Branson Landing, a shopping, dining and entertainment hub on the shores of Lake Taneycomo. Tonight, perhaps get your kicks at an optional dinner show.

Overnight – Branson (Breakfast incuded)

Day 5 Branson to Will Rogers Memorial to Oklahoma City

Roll on through historic Joplin, Missouri into eastern Oklahoma, an especially scenic stretch of highway known as the Will Rogers Highway. Stop to visit the Will Rogers Museum dedicated to the famous American humorist who once said “I never met a man I didn’t like.” See more classics of the Old Road such as the Round Barn in Arcadia, Oklahoma. Tonight, enjoy a Highlight Dinner in the vibrant warehouse district of Bricktown.

Overnight – Oklahoma City (Full Breakfast / Highlight Dinner included)

Day 6 Oklahoma City Sightseeing & Free Time

Get a taste of the Old West at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum with its collection of Native American art and outstanding display of antique firearms. After lunch, visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, honouring the 1995 bombing victims. The rest of the day is yours to explore historic Bricktown.

Overnight – Oklahoma City (Breakfast included)

Day 7 Oklahoma City to Route 66 Museum to Amarillo

In Clinton, explore a classic collection of Route 66 history, memorabilia and culture. Crossing into the Texas Panhandle, return to Old Route 66 for a scenic drive before stopping at Amarillo, the “yellow rose of Texas.

Overnight – Amarillo (Breakfast and Dinner included)

Day 8 Amarillo to Albuquerque

Yes, those are 10 classic Cadillacs buried nose down in the dirt, the famed Cadillac Ranch pop art installation just outside Amarillo. Stop in Tucumcari, where a large number of the vintage motels and restaurants built in the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s are still in existence. Travel on to Albuquerque where the spirit of Route 66 still thrives. Take a walking tour of Old Town and see the old adobe architecture with a Local Expert. Tonight, don your poodle skirt or leather jacket for a dinner at the 66 Diner with its 1950s jukebox and blue-plate specials that have hardly changed since the heyday of the “Main Street of America.”

Overnight – Albuquerque (Breakast and Dinner included)

Day 9 Albuquerque Sightseeing & Free Time

While Albuquerque didn’t boom until the coming of Route 66, the city existed for more than 300 years. Enjoy the day exploring on your own. Visit one of the many museums, relax in a cafe or perhaps opt to visit southwestern arts-filled Santa Fe.

Overnight – Albuquerque (Breakfast included)

Day 10 Albuquerque to Flagstaff

Cruise through Gallup this morning and see the history of Route 66 on the main drag. See the Historic El Rancho hotel, which served as a home base to the movie stars who came to the desert for their films. Crossing into Arizona, watch the sun play over the changing colours of the Painted Desert and Petrified Forest National Park. See the Wigwam Motel in Holbrook and the Man Standing on the Corner in Winslow before arriving in Flagstaff with its quaint downtown and pine-forested hills.

Overnight – Flagstaff (Breakfast and Dinner included)

Day 11 Flagstaff to Cameron Trading Post to Grand Canyon National Park

As the morning sun gilds the desert landscape, visit the traditional land of the Navajo people. Stop at Cameron Trading Post to browse through handicrafts and maybe enjoy some tasty fry bread. This afternoon, wind along scenic Desert View Drive before arriving at the Grand Canyon. Spend the night inside the park, allowing plenty of time to explore this natural world wonder. For more stunning views, take an optional plane or helicopter trip to see the canyon from the sky.

Overnight – Grand Canyon National Park (Breakfast included)

Day 12 Grand Canyon to Selifman to Kingman to Las Vegas 

Hit the road again, passing through Seligman then Peach Springs, the town that was the inspiration for the Pixar movie Cars. Then drive through Hackberry, a Route 66 ghost town along the original route. Further ahead, stop in Kingman, a Route 66 hotspot that has kept the old culture alive. Driving the Mother Road in these desert oases is like time travelling to see the well-preserved motels, diners and gas stations of a simpler era. Then it’s full speed ahead to glittering Las Vegas. The afternoon and evening are yours to hit the Strip, catch a show or try your luck at the slots.

Overnight  – Las Vegas (Breakfast included)

Day 13 Las Vegas to Hollywood to Los Angeles

Travel from Sin City to the City of Angels today, with one last jaunt on Route 66 near the town of Barstow. Upon arrival in Los Angeles, see the sights, including Grauman’s Chinese Theater, Beverly Hills, Sunset Boulevard and the place where the road comes to an end, Santa Monica and the great Pacific. This evening, celebrate your journey at a festive Farewell Dinner.

Overnight – Los Angeles (Breakfast included)

Day 14 Depart Los Angeles

Say good-bye to the road and take flight after a complimentary transfer to Los Angeles International Airport. You may wish to extend your stay in L.A. at The Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites.

Depart Los Angeles – 17:45 Arrive London Heathrow – 12:00 (Next Day) Journey time – 10 hours 20 minutes

Your holiday includes

• Scheduled flights
• UK & US Airport taxes
• Be My Guest –  Be the guests of master barbecue chefs for an outdoor feast of traditional American barbecue
• Hidden Treasure –  Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure experience, unique to your itinerary, courtesy of your expert Travel Director
• Local Speciality –  Tour the Anheuser-Busch brewery and sample the beer
• Local Expert –  Take a walking tour of Old Town Albuquerque
• Unique Insight –  Visit “The Hill”, where Italian immigrants came and settled in St. Louis and learn about Bocce and even try your hand at a few frames of the game.
• Authentic Accommodation –  The Palmer House, in Chicago, houses the largest collection of impressionist art outside of France and is an entertainment epicenter having hosted legendary performers
• 13 Full Breakfast and 6 Evening Meals –  Welcome reception with light appetisers in Chicago. Be my Guest dinner with drinks in St. Louis. 2 three-course dinners. Highlight dinner with wine in Oklahoma City. Farewell dinner with wine in Los Angeles.
• Travel by luxury air-conditioned coach with reclining seats and an on-board restroom
• 14 nights First Class hotel accommodation featuring twin rooms and private facilities
• Audio Headsets provided throughout your trip to enhance your included sightseeing experiences
• Complimentary keepsake photo and map
• The services of a professional Travel Director throughout your journey
• All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included
• Airport transfers are provided on the first and last day of your guided holiday

Sightseeing Highlights

• Chicago –  Enjoy an orientation tour of this beautiful lakefront city
• Pontiac –  Visit the Route 66 Association Hall of Fame & Museum
• St. Louis –  See the city’s famous Gateway Arch; take a guided tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery; explore the Italian side of the city
• Meramec Caverns –  Explore the one-time hideaway of legendary Jesse James
• Branson –  Kick your heels up in an All-American musical extravaganza destination
• Tulsa –  Visit the Will Rogers Memorial Museum
• Oklahoma City –  Visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial and the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
• Clinton –  Stroll through decades of history and culture at the Route 66 Museum
• Amarillo –  See iconic Cadillac Ranch, one of America’s most striking outdoor art installations
• Albuquerque –  Spend two nights in this major Route 66 outpost; enjoy a walking tour of Old Town
• Petrified Forest National Park –  Wonder at this ancient desert landscape
• Flagstaff –  See the charming historic downtown and the world’s largest Ponderosa Pine forest
• Grand Canyon National Park –  Travel along the canyon’s Desert View Drive
• Visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial and the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
• Las Vegas –  Visit the “Entertainment Capital of the World.”
• Los Angeles –  Enjoy an orientation tour of this exciting city

Route 66 Fly Drive

The classic way to experience Route 66, here you will follow the route that still passes through small towns offering a wonderful taste of a simpler time.

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Do I need a visa to travel to the usa?

In most circumstances, no visa is required for travel to the USA for any British Citizen passport holder and many other European passport holders, whose countries qualify for the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). This program permits entry for up to 90 days for business or leisure purposes. Everyone must apply to use the VWP via the online Electronic System of Travel Authorization (ESTA).  Advice states this should be done online at least 72 hours prior to departure. On payment of the $14 fee this system usually issues an electronic confirmation within minutes but this is not guaranteed and there are certain criteria travellers must consider before applying via ESTA to use the Visa Waiver Program. Once granted the VWP authorization is valid for 2 years.

It is essential that everyone who plans to travel to the United States reads the information contained on the following page –  Visa Waiver Program

Please note : From 21st January 2016 The United States implemented changes to the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) as part of the Terrorist Travel Protection Act of 2015. One of the major changes implemented in January excludes any British National who has travelled to Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria, or Yemen since March 01st 2011 from using the Visa Waiver Program (VWP). Full details are contained on the above link but those affected will need to apply for a Visitor Visa with the U.S. Embassy before booking their travel arrangements.

You are advised to complete your ESTA prior to confirming any travel arrangements.

To use ESTA now please only use the following website – Official ESTA Website

Complete North America Limited cannot be held responsible for cancellation charges incurred by travellers who have booked travel and are subsequently unable to travel as part of the VWP or who are unable to obtain a Visitor Visa. If you have any questions after reading the information supplied above please speak to a member of our team.

Do I need a visa to travel to Canada?

British Nationals and travellers from other European countries can enjoy visa-exempt travel to and via Canada but must first use the online Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) at a cost of CA$7.00 per person. Most online applications are approved with minutes by email but the process can take longer particularly if supporting documentation is requested. An eTA is valid for 5 years and allows you to travel for up to 6 months on any one visit.

You are advised to apply for your eTA prior to confirming any travel arrangements.

For applications and full information on the scheme please only visit – Official Canadian Government eTA Website

Complete North America Limited cannot be held responsible for cancellation charges incurred by travellers who have booked travel and are subsequently unable to travel as part of the eTA scheme or who are unable to obtain a Visitor Visa. If you have any questions after reading the information supplied above please speak to a member of our team.

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“Thank you and your team for your support with the logistics for our Route 66 Road Trip. 

We had an absolutely wonderful time and are so grateful for the opportunity.  The flights and car hire you arranged provided a seamless way of our getting on the road and seeing some amazing things – a trip of a lifetime.

Thank you again.  We are already planning another trip – this time to the Southern States and we shall not hesitate to use your services once more.”

The trip itself was beyond our wildest dreams , everything was absolutely superb. All the accommodation was first class and everywhere was truly original . It was great when we arrived at each hotel/motel which all had great facilities.

I just wanted to thank you and the Complete North America team for your work in arranging our Route 66 Holiday in the USA. I could not have asked for a more efficient and well-organised plan which worked perfectly for us. The itinerary booklet was and excellent baseline to work from and everything just clicked into place.

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Highlights of Route 66

• In-depth Cultural
• Fully Guided
• Sightseeing

• Introduction
• Day 1 CHICAGO
• Day 2 CHICAGO
• Day 3 CHICAGO–PONTIAC–SPRINGFIELD
• Day 4 SPRINGFIELD–ST. LOUIS
• Day 5 ST. LOUIS–BRANSON
• Day 6 BRANSON–TULSA–OKLAHOMA CITY
• Day 7 OKLAHOMA CITY–ELK CITY–AMARILLO
• Day 8 AMARILLO–TUCUMCARI–ALBUQUERQUE
• Day 9 ALBUQUERQUE
• Day 10 ALBUQUERQUE–GALLUP–WINSLOW–WILLIAMS
• Day 11 WILLIAMS. EXCURSION TO GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK
• Day 12 WILLIAMS–SELIGMAN–LAS VEGAS
• Day 13 LAS VEGAS
• Day 14 LAS VEGAS–VICTORVILLE–LOS ANGELES
• Day 15 LOS ANGELES
• Day 16 LOS ANGELES

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The Cosmos Story. For nearly 60 years, Cosmos has done something remarkable: Bringing the world to people; and people to the world. By pioneering value touring vacations, we have a long history of turning travel dreams into reality. We make possible “never thought I would” or “never imagined I could” moments by making travel attainable and easy. And in doing that, we help travelers expand their horizons, clear their heads and open their hearts to the world around them. Cosmos understands that adventure is waiting for us – all of us – out in the world. And there simply is no better time than the present to discover new sights, new sensations and new experiences. That’s why we pride ourselves in turning “what if” moments into “I did” realizations. With our new look and feel, we’re celebrating this ideal and the unparalleled and attainable access we offer our travelers to the globe with value-centric vacations in 64 countries, on six continents. Let the unexpected begin. Let awe-inspiring take over. Adventure is knocking. As a Cosmos traveler, we know you will answer – as you always have – by finding adventure in the world around you.

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Customer Reviews

• Overall Rating Excellent 5.0
• Itinerary Excellent 4.5
• Guide Excellent 5.0
• Transport Excellent 5.0
• Accommodation Excellent 4.5
• Food Good 4.0
• Tour Operator Cosmos 4.9
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• A Marion · 12th October 2023 The tour was very good friendly Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Toni · 11th October 2023 Great trip and tour director and bus driver Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Aimee · 9th October 2023 Loved the Route 66 tour with John! He was thorough in everything with information about each place as well as ensuring we were ok throughout the trip. Being dropped off and picked up for the extra excursions was great and felt like we were really cared... Show more Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Andrew · 9th October 2023 excellent trip, we saw some fantastic cities and sights Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Diane · 8th October 2023 It was an excellent experience and it made it complete by our excellent Tour Guide John Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Anonymous · 8th October 2023 Tour manager was a bit OTT n I was offended for our driver as he kept calling her "my dear, my darling etc"..He could have simply used her name instead. I'm sure he wouldn't have used any terminology with a male driver... but she was the best driver we... Show more Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Harold · 7th October 2023 It was one of the best tours we have been on, the Route was great 😀 The tour director Tony Paris was an exceptional tour guide with a wealth of knowledge and empathy to all. Wendy the driver was not only an excellent driver but kind and helpful. Show more Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Jennifer · 6th October 2023 As this was my 4th Cosmos tour I was pleased with the higher level and location of our accommodation. The Bus and Driver were awesome. Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Patrina · 6th October 2023 Our driver was just the best ever just sooooo good the best Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos
• A Terry · 28th September 2023 Great guide George was a fun helpful guy always trying to make the experience the best for everyone on our tour Trip date: September 2023 Review collected by Cosmos

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• Drive what was Route 66!
• Start in Chicago & finish on the Santa Monica pier at the ‘End of Route 66’ sign
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• Tours average just 144 miles a day from Chicago to LA – less than any other!
• Guests enjoy Gilligan’s EXCLUSIVE navigation system, our comprehensive Route Book and a US mobile phone
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Gilligan’s doesn’t provide a ‘tour’ in the true sense of the word. We provide you with a personal experience across America’s greatest highway – an immersion into the tapestry of heartland USA and an opportunity to encounter the people who live and breathe Route 66.

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“Get Your Kicks on Route 66!”   Route 66, the Main Street of America, is   the experience of a lifetime for travelers, adventurers, desperadoes, and dreamers. Take a trip down memory lane thanks to the organizations, volunteers, and business owners who have preserved many of these landmarks so they can still be admired. This trip along Route 66 visits many truly American historic landmarks in Illinois and Missouri.   From the Ambler’s Texaco Station, Rabbit Ranch, and the Red Rocker to the many museums along the way that now pay tribute to the historic highway.  

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We are Sergey and Simon, a Russian and a Frenchman, both  passionate about Moscow, Saint-Petersburg and classic cars. Together, we have created Put-in tours. Our goal is to help you experience Russian culture off the beaten path. Join us onboard our classic Soviet van and let’s get rolling!

In Moscow we offer you a city tour to discover most of the city in an original way as well as a night tour to admire the lights. Our pubcrawl is ideal to explore Moscow’s night-life and have fun. If you are craving to discover Russian culture, come impress your senses during our monastery diner or join our 100% Russian Banya Excursion . The latest will also bring you to Sergiyev Posad and it’s famous monastery!

For the most extreme travellers, our shooting tour will deliver your daily dose of adrenaline whereas our tank excursion will let you ride a real tank and shoot a bazooka.

We also offer help to receive your visa , safe and multilingual airport transfers , as well as organisation services for team-building events or bachelor parties .

All our excursions (but the monastery diner) happen onboard our Soviet military vans and can be covered by our  professionnal photographer or videographer.

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We welcome you in Saint Petersburg onboard our Soviet van to discover the imperial city with our city tour and night tour .

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At Put-in tours, we put you in our classic Soviet vans to go explore Moscow, Saint Petersburg and Russian culture off the beaten path. Discover our Moscow city guided tour, visit Moscow by night, join our banya & Sergiyev Posad excursion, visit and dine in one of Moscow's oldest monastery or even Luzhniki stadium, before you party on our famous pubcrawl! Original and atypical tours : Shoot AK47 and a bazooka after riding on a tank with our tank & bazooka excursion ! Extreme tours: Fly a fighter jet in Moscow onboard a L-29 or L-39 aircraft!

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Highlights:.

• Explore most popular parks of Moscow;
• Get this special feeling of the ancient times;
• Experience the best route of a local public trolley;
• Take a ride along the border of medieval Moscow;
• Take a stroll through the city's only hanging bridge;
• See stunning, extraordinary sculptures and statues in Muzeon park;
• Learn the history of the names of the main squares, streets and embankments;
• Enjoy vintage and Soviet architecture of our city;
• Enjoy scenic views of Moscow from the Crimean Bridge.

Bus Tour Itinerary:

Want to feel like a real Muscovite and experience the atmosphere or this extraordinary city in just a few hours? Then explore ithe main artery of Moscow - the Garden Ring.

After you visited the ancient Kremlin, explored the area of Kitay Gorod and enjoyed the sights of White city, it's time to move on and take a ride along the 17th century border of Moscow - the Garden Ring.

After we explore the Stalin skyscraper -  building of Ministry of Foreign Affairs, we will turn to Old Arbat pedestrian zone. You will see lovely houses of 19 centuries and feel the atmosphere of old Moscow, as the Arbat preserved it almost untouched.

In 90-s Arbat was chosen by the members of numerous subcultures as the place for hangout. Nowadays Arbat is Bohemian place and one of Moscow's symbols. But long time ago it was just a suburb.

Soon we’ll find ourselves on New Arbat, that was founded in 60-s, and was conceived as a government road. This New Arbat dramatically differs from the Old Arbat.

Patriarch Ponds

One more beloved place among the Muscovites with a very rich history. A lots of famous and outstanding personalities lived in this area: poets, scientists, militaries and even criminals. In 17 century Patriarch Hermogenus founded a Patriarch's village here, hence the name. Moreover, this place is famous all over the world thanks to the genius Russian writer M. Bulgakov. He chose Patriarch's ponds as the scene of his novel "The Master and Margarita".

Hermitage Garden

The next coziest and memorable place for all of Muscovites is Hermitage Garden. Before the Revolution it was a Bohemian place, frequently attended by the great actors and writers, art workers, and patrons. Here for the first time in Moscow a movie of Lumiere's brothers was shown. Today tradition continues and there are two theaters inside the park, lots of memorials and fun.

Museon Park & Gorky Park

Today Muscovites can't imagine their leisure activities without visiting Museon Statues Park and Gorky Park. These are fun areas. Take a look at Soviet monuments of Communist rulers, take a walk along the embankment, note what's wrong with the Peter's the Great monument, enjoy big musical fountain in Gorky park and observe how Russians spend their free time.

Crimean bridge

The last part of our Moscow bus tour you'll spend walking over the Crimean bridge. Long time ago on that place was a ford, which the Crimean Tatars used in order to attack Muscovy, that's why it was called Crimean. This hanging bridge is the one of a kind in Moscow. Moreover, it serves as a fabulous observation point, it is really a mysterious place.

On the tour you will find out:

• why Stalin was mad when he saw the building of Ministry of Foreign Affairs;
• how Muscovites truly call New Arbat;
• the real reason why Bulgakov chose Patriarch's ponds as the scene where Devil arrived for the first time;
• who suggested to build Moscow rings;
• where are hidden all the gardens on the Garden Ring;
• why Crimean bridge is very dangerous.

On the tour you will see:

• Historical buildings of 19 century;
• Stalin's Empire;
• 4 out of 7 Stalin Skyscrapers;
• Old and New Arbat;
• Most popular Moscow Parks;
• First electric street lamp in Moscow;
• Main squares of the city;
• Fascinating non touristy places;
• Muscovites daily life and transportation.

Fun Facts from our Bus Tours:

What is the garden ring in moscow.

Actually, we call the Garden Ring  a series of streets, separated by the squares.

A great number of fascinating and historical places a re situated on the Garden Ring.  Traveling along that street, you can briefly learn about all main areas of Moscow, learn its history and meaning. It will help you to navigate Moscow better and surely you can feel more like a local on this tour.

Every square on the Garden Ring has its own historical background. For example, Sukharevskaya square in 19 century hosted a market. It was very popular among Muscovites, but usually stolen things were sold there. Often people had to buy there their own stuff again after it was stolen. The Smolenskaya, Crimean, Serpukhovskaya, Taganskaya squares were market places too.

Triumphalnaya square bears its name in memory of triumphal arch that stood here to commemorate the victory over Sweden, built by the order of Peter the Great, as well as Red Gate square placed another triumphal arch. In the beginning of 20 century Triumphal square was a cultural place. Several theaters were situated there, Meyerhold’s theater among them, a circus and a park.

Three squares of the Garden Ring became real battlefields during the revolution between the bolsheviks and tsar's supporters in 1917. And finally capitulation of royal regime was signed in the building, situated on the Garden Ring.

"And the Garden ring became a wedding ring to us…"

These are words from the official soundtrack to the very popular soviet movie "Moscow does not believe in tears" that has won an American Academy Award for the best foreign language film in 1980. Not coincidentally Garden Ring is mentioned in this song as a symbol of Moscow. As it is very important part of our city, it reflects all historical events beginning from the end of 16th century.

A Garden Ring? No. An earthern rampart!

The territory outside White city's wall was called Earthern city . The Earthern city was an area were traditionally poor citizens used to settle: peasants and craftsmen. In comparison with the White city this area has always been dirty and less prestigious. For example, in White city streets were paved in stone and buildings stood on the stone basements while Earthern city had only wooden houses.

This area was proclaimed as a part of Moscow only in 1593. And great fortification wooden wall, that surrounded the territory of Earthern city, was erected by the order of tsar Fyodor Ioannovich only in a year and was called "Skorodom" - fast-built house. Outside Skorodom was additionally fortificated with the moat and the rampart.

In Times of Troubles Skorodom was burnt down by Poles and restored by the Great Tsar Alexis Mikhailovich the Silent. Finally it had 57 towers and 11 entry gates.  Nowadays on that spots, where gates once stood, you can spot the main squares of Moscow.

Skorodom was destroyed and restored a lot's of times: during the Times of Troubles, Napoleon's invasion, in frequent Moscow fires. And finally in 1830 Skorodom was demolished as it lost its functions.

Miraculous transfiguration on Stalin’s orders

In 1917 the Great October revolution blew up everything that seemed to be right at that time. And in 1930-s Moscow was reconstructed… again. This time communists were making Moscow a model of communistic city. Surely that large-scale reconstruction touched the Garden Ring. The road was widened up to 60-70 meters, paved and became a ring with the help of new bridges: Crimean and Krasnokholmskiy. Since that time the Garden Ring is considered the main artery of Moscow.

What you get:

• + A friend in Moscow.
• + Private & customized Moscow bus tour.
• + An exciting pastime, not just boring history lessons.
• + An authentic experience of local life.
• + Flexibility during the tour: changes can be made at any time to suit individual preferences.
• + Amazing deals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner in the very best cafes & restaurants. Discounts on weekdays (Mon-Fri).
• + A photo session amongst spectacular Moscow scenery that can be treasured for a lifetime.
• + Good value for souvenirs, taxis, and hotels.
• + Expert advice on what to do, where to go, and how to make the most of your time in Moscow.

*This Moscow bus tour can be modified to meet your individual preferences.

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Reuthers Route 66 Kicks / USA Guided Adventure Tour

Experience the USA along the legendary Route 66. With the minibus, you will travel from Chicago to Santa Monica to the greatest highlights. Be inspired by the breathtaking Grand Canyon or the impressive Monument Valley. Reuthers makes it possible and makes dreams come true. ...get your kicks on Route 66 - from east to west = the historical direction!

Day 1: Chicago

Welcome to Chicago. After the individual arrivals and the transfer from the airport to the hotel we will start off with a welcome drink and dinner and set the mood for our shared adventure tour.

Day 2: Chicago > Springfield, IL

Our Route 66 adventure starts. Around midday we will reach Wilmington with the Gemini Giant, a large fiberglass figure of the 1960's era. After an obligatory stop at the Dixie Truckers Home, we will end our first day in Spingfield/Illinois which was for many years the chosen home city of Abraham Lincoln, the president of the United States during the civil war.

Day 3: Springfield, IL > St. Louis

Today we want to dedicate our day to the "Gateway to the West": the pioneer town St. Louis. The town's landmark is the more than 190 m high steel Gateway Arch. Inside, we will take trams to an observation platform to the top of the highest monument of the nation. The afternoon in St. Louis is free to your disposal, for dinner we will meet in downtown Lakelade's Landing.

Day 4: St. Louis > Springfield, MO

We deliberately want to do without the unnecessary challenges of confusing streets in the city, bad road conditions and misleading signs to the "Mother Road". We will travel some distances of the tour on the Route 66 and others on the Interstate. Today's highlight and absolute must are the Meramec Caverns. The famous limestone caves have been a tourist classic since the beginning of the Route 66 and served the outlaw Jesse James as a welcome hiding place from his pursuers.

Day 5: Springfield, MO > Oklahoma City

The motto of the day today is: travellling - namely through three states: Missouri, Kansas and Oklahoma. The latter is known through countless thunderstorms, the particularly striking red earth and for all Route 66 fans the probably longest continuous route on the Highway 66.

Day 6: Oklahoma City > Amarillo

We will start our day with a real photo highlight: A bridge with 38(!) huge arches spanning the Canadian River. And the Route 66 museum in Clinton that we will visit is a memorial that is different to all others: each room is dedicated to a decade of the "Main Street of America". A further highlight on our tour is the next stop and overnight stay at the Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo.

Day 7: Amarillo > Santa Fe

We continue our adventure tour on Route 66 to the legendary Cadillac Ranch. As a reminder of the golden days of the Route 66 ten Cadillac's are buried vertically into the ground. Next stop is Adrian, the geo-mathematical center of the old Route 66. This is as important as crossing the equator. Brunch at Russell's Travel Center with its world class Car Museum rounds up the morning. At the end of our eventful day, we will spend the night in historic Santa Fe.

Day 8: Santa Fe > Gallup

This morning we want to check out the original film location of Maggie's Diner from the cult movie "Wild Hogs" with John Travolta in Madrid. After taking a group picture our tour takes us past Mesas, cottonwood trees and continues on the gentle winding road to Laguna Pueblo where the Spaniards built the mission church, which we will visit. Just in time for dinner, we will reach the hotel El Rancho in Gallup after riding several more beautiful miles through Indian Territory. The heydays are gone, but there once was a time when famous Hollywood stars met up here. Ronald Reagan slept in room 103; Humphrey Bogart in room 213, Doris Day in room 109, Kirk Douglas stayed in 105, Gregory Peck in 111. The Marx brothers resided in room 118, John Wayne recovered in room 100 after a long days ride and for Hermann the German room 101 is regularly reserved for the night.

Day 9: Gallup > Flagstaff

Starting off in Gallup, the first stage leads us to the Petrified Forest National Park and the Painted Desert. The more interesting of the two natural wonders is the Petrified Forest, which was formed millions of years ago by a freak of nature. The northern part of the park, the Painted Desert, consists of sedimentary rocks that change color depending on the exposure to the sun going from red to orange to purple. On our journey towards the west ("Go West", is our phrase of the day!), we will pass the Wigwam Motel in Holbrook and cruise on to Winslow, Arizona to Winslow Corner, known from the song by the Eagles. Today's destination is Flagstaff which is located between the two Indian reservations of the Navajo and Hopi on the legendary Route 66. We will end the evening at the Museum Club that the locals call "The Zoo" and which is probably the best dance club between Oklahoma City and Los Angeles.

Day 10: Flagstaff > Seligman

Today's highlight is the gigantic Grand Canyon - if you wish, enjoy a spectacular helicopter flight. After lunch we will travel over Williams to Seligman. Here the long loop of the old Route 66 begins right up to the Californian border. Even the very old street layout is navigable along this beautiful section. Arriving in Seligman, we will first visit the founder of the "Historic Route 66 Association" at the Route 66 Visitors Center. We will certainly have the opportunity to meet the "Guardian Angel", Angel Delgadillo and perhaps somebody might be in the mood to receive one of his famous barber shaves. By the way, in his barber shop, you can find many Route 66 souvenirs - a true paradise for bargain hunters. In the evening we will set up our sleeping quarters at a typical Route 66 motel in order to get to know something very simple and rustic.

Day 11: Seligman > Barstow

We will have breakfast today in Westside at Lilo's Café, an original 66 restaurant owned by an expatriate German, who ensures that all the guests in Seligman are well fed. Through Kingman we continue on to Oatman and the hottest city in America to Needles. Other stops are the Sahara Oasis and Roy's Cafe in Amboy. Before we arrive in Barstow we will turn a few miles north - if time allows it - to visit an old silver mine in the Mojave Desert in the ghost town of Calico. In the still inhabited and lovingly renovated original Western town over a thousand adventurers once sought their fortune. If you want to you can pick up your very own personal Western photo. A beautiful day and a beautiful trip ends in Barstow. By the way in 1886, the town was named after the president of the Santa Fe railroad company. Barstow also managed to end up in the refrain of the Route 66 classic "Get your kicks".

Day 12: Barstow > Santa Monica

The last day "on the road" starts today. From Barstow we will travel the last miles on the Route 66 to Victorville and then take the Interstate straight to Los Angeles. Our Route 66 Adventure Tour ends here at the Pier of Santa Monica, where we will spend our last night near the promenade. During our final dinner we will reminisce about our common adventure tour.

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What's included: * The Original Tour - developed and organised by Reuthers * Reuthers Tour Guide - trained and multilingual * Travelling in comfortable Minibus * 12x Accommodation Middleclass Hotels/Motels in shared Double Room * Luggage Transportation during the Tour * Secured Payment Certificate (Sicherungsschein) * Reuthers Tour Book with Itineraries and Tips * Reuthers Travel Lecture (in English) * Reuthers Welcome Drink * Welcome Dinner in Restaurant * Farewell Dinner in Restaurant * Transfers Airport > Hotel > Airport * Entrance Fees * Reuthers Rewards"> Reuthers Rewards

Pricing: Per Person = USD 2655 Twin Room extra charge (2 separate beds instead of 1 common bed) = USD 195 Single Room extra charge (instead of shared Double Room) = USD 595

Optional Bookings: Additional Accommodation prior tour start in shared Double Room (1 common bed) = USD 95 Additional Accommodation prior tour start in shared Twin Room (2 separate beds) = USD 105 Additional Accommodation prior tour start in Single Room = USD 195 Additional Accommodation after the tour in shared Double Room (1 common bed) = USD 185 Additional Accommodation after the tour in shared Twin Room (2 separate beds) = USD 195 Additional Accommodation after the tour in Single Room = USD 375 Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee - Sightseeing on Day 1 including additional Accommodation prior tour start in shared Double Room (1 common bed) = USD 315 Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee - Sightseeing on Day 1 including additional Accommodation prior tour start in shared Twin Room (2 separate beds) = USD 345 Harley-Davidson Museum in Milwaukee - Sightseeing on Day 1 including additional Accommodation prior tour start in Single Room = USD 395 Chicago Best Of - Sightseeing on Day 1 including additional Accommodation prior tour start in shared Double Room (1 common bed) = USD 315 Chicago Best Of - Sightseeing on Day 1 including additional Accommodation prior tour start in shared Twin Room (2 separate beds) = USD 345 Chicago Best Of - Sightseeing on Day 1 including additional Accommodation prior tour start in Single Room = USD 395 Grand Canyon Helicopter Flight = USD 245

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Sightseeing & Bus Tours of Moscow

Below you can see a few samples of the tours offered in Moscow by our recommended tour providers. Unfortunately, Moscow does not yet have a company like Peter's Walk (in St. Petersburg), who are more on the alternative side of things. But you can still take a bus tour of the main attractions or visit a KGB museum if you wish. If you would like to customize your own tour , please, fill in the tour request form at the end of this page.       Introductory Sightseeing Tours:    

Tours around Moscow: Trips out of Town  

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"A very enjoybale day in Moscow. We had a very nice and knowledgeable guide Anastasia.(Nastia) She was very passionate about the City and we learnt so much in our brief four hours walk with her! Certainly this walking tour added a lot of value to our Moscow Holiday. A great idea to educate visitors about Russia and Moscow. The group was intimate enough to ask questions and stop for snacks etc..we thoriughly enjoyed it and would highly reccomend it.Carry on doing a great job!"

"I really enjoyed the tour, it was a great experience, very informative and fun. I will definitely tell everybody about that tour, keep it it is a fantastic idea!"

"Sorry I do not remember the names :( ... They were very talkative and very into everything. I think they both really love the city, and they made me feel like this to. They knew much about History, which was very informative! Great guides!!!"

"We partook of the fantastic Petersburg Free Tour. Due to our timing during the low season (shockingly not everyone is flocking to Moscow while the average temperature is 15F), it ended up being just us and Sonia, the afore-mentioned super-guide. She quickly ascertained the limited scope of our wanderings.."