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Cross Country

This incredible journey is a once-in-a-lifetime experience featuring the most memorable highlights and attractions of each destination as we drive across our beautiful country.

Duration:

26 Days/25 Nights

Meals Included:

15 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners

Rates From:*
$3,999.95 per person / double room
$5,499.95 per person / single room
$3,499.95 per person / triple room
$3,299.95 per person / quad room
Harrah's Casino - St. Louis
Harrah's St. Louis features more than 2,800 slots and video poker machines of every imaginable design and more than 90 table games, featuring an array of games, including poker, blackjack, roulette, craps, Caribbean Stud and Let It Ride.

Whether you're in the mood for a casual atmosphere or an incomparable fine dining experience, Harrah's St. Louis offers restaurants to satisfy you're every culinary whim.


St. Louis Gateway Arch
A visit to the Gateway Arch Riverfront is not complete without going to the top of the tallest national monument in the United States standing at 630 feet tall. At the highest point in downtown St. Louis, you'll experience unforgettable views of the city and the Mississippi River.

Trams travel at an average speed of 4mph and are very quiet and completely safe. At this speed, most people do not experience discomfort in the short ride.

The top of the Arch is not fully accessible to visitors with mobility impairments.


Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
A dramatic audio tour of The Sixth Floor as told by the people who were there is available to guide visitors through the exhibition. The recorded tour incorporates excerpts from historic radio broadcasts and the voices of reporters, police officers, eyewitnesses and others commenting on President Kennedy and his place in history. Narrator for the audio tour is Pierce Allman, the first journalist to broadcast from the Texas School Book Depository on November 22, 1963.

Audio Tours are available in seven languages.

El Fenix Restaurant
For over 90 years, the Martinez family has been dishing up enchiladas, tamales, rice and beans. As the oldest family-owned Mexican chain in the country, they claim their first El Fenix on McKinney Avenue was "where the Mexican food revolution started."

El Fenix Restaurant's famous Sizzling Fajitas Rancheras are served "family style" with a combination of marinated steak and chicken and accompanied by rice, beans, guacamole, sour cream, grated cheese, pico de gallo and fresh flour tortillas. Your servers will keep the fajitas and sides coming until you say stop.


Big Texan Steak Ranch
Step into the Big Texan Steak Ranch and you're taking a giant step back to the rowdy, rip-roaring days of the late 1800s.

As you cross the threshold you will feel the excitement shared by thousands of visitors each year. Laughter echoes above the sizzle of steaks on the open grill and the buzz of conversation. The strolling musicians may be strumming "The Yellow Rose of Texas," or "Amarillo By Morning." Mouths begin to water as the savory smell of smoke and good beef fill the air. Eyes open wide as they take in the old-fashioned bar, the giant rocking chair, the Magician entertaining in the lobby and the lure of thousands of intriguing items in the gift shop.

Dinner Menu

Big Texan Top Sirloin (the Steak that made them famous)
16oz. Flat-iron (cooked medium to medium well)

Served with Fresh Tossed Salad with homemade Ranch Dressing, Baked Potato with Butter & Big Texan Signature Sour Cream, Vegetable, Ranch Roll, Dessert and Iced Tea (Coffee is served on request)

Chicken can be substituted for those who do not eat steak.

Children's Menu (10 and under)
Chicken Strips, Steak Fries, Soda & Dessert

Menu is subject to change

Cadillac Ranch
Cadillac Ranch is located along the tatters of historic Route 66. Built in 1974 it was the brainchild of Stanley Marsh III, a helium millionaire who owns the dusty wheat field where it stands.

The ten graffiti-covered cars are half-buried, nose-down, facing west. Visitors are encouraged to add their own graffiti.



Sandia Peak Tramway
A trip on the world's longest aerial tramway transports you above deep canyons and breathtaking terrain a distance of 2.7 miles. See some of nature's more dramatic beauty unfold before you.
From the observation deck atop 10,378 foot Sandia Peak in the Cibola National Forest affords an 11,000 square-mile panoramic view of the Rio Grande Valley and the Land of Enchantment.

Located on the eastern edge of Albuquerque in the Sandia Foothills at the end of Tramway Road.


Petrified Forest National Park
One of the most colorful and fascinating places to be found in Arizona is the Petrified Forest National Park. Located in the northeastern part of the state, it is abundant with geological history and can offer you the chance for an experience of a lifetime.


Grand Canyon National Park
Located entirely in northern Arizona, the park encompasses 277 miles of the Colorado River and adjacent uplands. One of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world, Grand Canyon is unmatched in the incomparable vistas it offers to visitors on the rim. Grand Canyon National Park is a World Heritage Site.

Grand Canyon Railway
The Grand Canyon Railway travels 130 miles round trip from Williams, AZ to the South Rim of the Grand Canyon.

Travel Coach Class in Streamliner-era coaches that get you to the canyon and back with style and grace. Enjoy comfortable bench-style seating in these classic air-conditioned 1950s era passenger cars. Strolling musicians roam the cars playing the tunes of yesteryear while your passenger service attendant will be there to add insight and answer questions.

You'll have about 3 hours and 45 minutes at the Grand Canyon after the train arrives. The train pulls into historic Grand Canyon Village, where all the historic hotels, restaurants and shopping are. Free shuttles are available for transportation throughout the canyon.


Coyote Canyons Jeep Tour
For more than 40 years, Pink Jeep Tours has provided unrivaled excitement & adventure with guided Jeep tours over & around the beautiful red-rocks of Sedona.

Escape to the astonishing trails of Sedona's hidden canyon lands where flora, fauna and geological history take center stage. Soaring red rock formations and cobalt-blue skies are the backdrop for this beautiful, information-packed tour.

Tours are not recommended for pregnant women, persons with back or neck problems, or persons with serious injuries.

Ice water is provided on all tours. Food & glass containers are not permitted. Wear comfortable walking shoes and outdoor clothing. Sunscreen & hats are recommended. Contact lens wearers may wish to switch to eyeglasses. Feel free to bring cameras & camcorders.


Sightseeing tour Los Angeles & Hollywood, CA
Tour will include Hollywood, Hollywood Bowl, Mann's Chinese Theatre, Hollywood Walk of Fame, Sunset Strip, Beverly Hills, downtown Los Angeles, Beverly Hills and Rodeo drive if parking is available.

Time to stop for lunch and shopping @ world famous Farmers Market.

Santa Monica Pier
The beautiful Santa Monica Pier offers a variety of entertainment, dining and shopping experiences, including the thrill rides of Pacific Park; a historic 1922 Carousel, and an interactive aquarium. As you stroll the planks of the Pier, enjoy lively street performers - from musicians to artists - and don't miss some of the best sunsets along the California coast.

Santa Barbara Courthouse
The courthouse, in the center of downtown, has all grandeur of a Spanish palace. As you wander the halls, admiring the brilliant hand-painted tiles and spiral staircase, you almost forget you are in a public courthouse. Building was completed in 1929 and is superbly maintained both inside its walls and in the outside gardens surrounding it.
An elevator to the tower takes visitors to a panoramic view of the city and a fine place to take photos. The second floor supervisors' ceremonial chambers contain murals painted by the artist who did backdrops for Cecil B.Demille's silent film.


Mission @ Santa Barbara
A short distance from downtown, at the base of the hills of Santa Barbara, stands the Mission. A gem of 21 missions established in California by Spanish missionaries in the late 1700's. This Mission is considered one of the best preserved of all the 21 Missions and still functions as a Catholic Church.

San Luis Obispo's Farmer's Market
Barbecued ribs, freshly picked produce, arts and crafts, and live entertainment ...it's San Luis Obispo's lively Farmers' Market! Held every Thursday night, Farmers' Market is a street fair and produce market. Locals and visitors alike can shop for the county's freshest produce and flowers, devour delicious ribs and sandwiches, browse local shops open late, and enjoy assortments of live entertainment. Recognized as a leader of such activities in California, Farmers' Market is held on six downtown blocks of Higuera Street, between Osos and Nipomo streets. The area is closed to all through traffic to make room for this fabulous event.

Hearst Castle
Hearst Castle is one of the largest of approximately 5,000 historic house museums in the U.S., with one of the most sophisticated guided tour programs in the country.

Visitors board the Hearst Castle bus at the Visitor Center as they begin their journey for the five mile trip to the top of the hill. The view out of the window shows the natural beauty that attracted William Randolph Hearst to this spectacular location.

View the magnificent ground floor rooms of La Casa Grande (big house) where Mr. Hearst's guests met their host and were entertained during their stay at La Cuesta Encantada (the Enchanted Hill). See the Assembly Room, where guests met for cocktails, the Refectory, where meals were served, the Morning Room, Billiard Room and Theater. Your knowledgeable Guide will bring this estate to life sharing stories about Mr. Hearst and his many guests who visited for nearly three decades in the early part of the last century. Stroll the grounds at your leisure at the conclusion of your guided tour inside the castle.

Snack Bar
The Snack Bar offers hot and cold meals from hamburgers & fries to salad, soup, and sandwiches. Cold drinks, hot pretzels, and other treats will satisfy guests of all ages. Vegetarian entrees, including veggie wraps and garden burgers, are available. The Snack Bar features a kid's meal with a hot dog, chips, and small drink.



Alcatraz Cruise
Step back in time and experience the legendary island that has been a civil war fort, a military prison and one of the most notorious federal penitentiaries in US history. This memorable tour includes: 45 minute audio presentation "Doing Time: The Alcatraz Cellhouse Tour," featuring actual correctional officers and prisoners who lived and worked on the Island; orientation video by Discovery Channel; ranger and docent tours; historic gardens and abundant wildlife.

Much of Alcatraz is steep and hilly, so be prepared for walking on hilly terrain. The distance from the dock to the prison at the top of the island is about 1/4 mile (.4 km) and the elevation change is 130 feet (40 meters). This is roughly equivalent to climbing a thirteen story building, but spread out over 1/4 mile.

Visitors unable to make the climb up Alcatraz's steep road due to mobility needs can take advantage of SEAT-Sustainable Easy Access Transport-an electric shuttle that runs once an hour (at 40 minutes after the hour) from the dock to the prison building, and once an hour (at 15 minutes after the hour) from the front of the prison back to the dock. Boarding is available on a first come, first served basis. SEAT can accommodate wheelchair users. Only the individuals with mobility needs may ride the shuttle - other members of your party cannot be accommodated.

As the island is otherwise accessible, strollers are not permitted on the shuttle but can be easily used on the island.

There are no wheelchairs available for loan on Alcatraz Island.

Yellowstone National Park Tour
Established in 1872, Yellowstone National Park is America's first national park. Located in Wyoming, Montana and Idaho, it is home to a large variety of wildlife including grizzly bears, wolves, bison, and elk. Preserved within Yellowstone National Park are Old Faithful and a collection of the world's most extraordinary geysers and hot springs, and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.



Mount Rushmore National Memorial
The faces of 4 great American Presidents; Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln & Theodore Roosevelt, stand out on a 6,000 foot mountain in the Black Hills of South Dakota.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial is host to almost three million visitors a year from across the country and around the world. They come to marvel at the majestic beauty of the Black Hills of South Dakota and to learn about the birth, growth, development and the preservation of our country. Over the decades, Mount Rushmore has grown in fame as a symbol of America-a symbol of freedom and a hope for people from all cultures and backgrounds.


Wall Drug Store
America's Favorite Roadside Attraction, Wall Drug Store is a 76,000 square foot wonderland of free attractions including the Backyard with its Branding Iron Arcade, animated T-Rex,
panning & mining experience for fossils and gemstones, Train Station Water Show & fun picture-taking props in a picnic area.

Browse the shopping area to find a great selection of Western items, authentic
native South Dakota Jackalopes, exquisite fine art and a unique assortment of souvenirs.

Western Art Gallery Restaurant, gourmet coffee shop and Pizza Parlor.


Badlands National Park
This fantastic, painted landscape of steep canyons, spires & razor edged ridges was made a national monument by President Franklin D.Roosevelt in 1939 & became a National Park in 1978. Soft clays & sandstones deposited as sediments 26 to 37 million years ago by streams from the Black Hills created vast plains which were inhabited by the saber-toothed cat, the rhinoceros & ancestors of the present day camel & horse. The Visitor Center contains exhibits & an audiovisual program & is open all year at Cedar Pass.

House on the Rock
Admission & Self Guided Tour of House On The Rock, an architectural marvel perched on a 60 foot chimney of rock. The 14 room house is now an extraordinary complex of rooms, streets, buildings & gardens covering over 200 acres. A 375 ft. ramp through tree tops takes visitors to the entrance of the House where a bell gallery, waterfalls, massive fireplaces & walls of rock can be seen. The 14th room, The Infinity Room is the most spectacular. This unique room with walls of glass, projects out over the Wyoming Valley 218 feet. A glass cocktail table provides visitors with a breathtaking view of the forest floor 156 feet below.


Chicago Navy Pier
Spend free time on your own at Navy Pier, Chicago's "playground on the lake." Navy Pier has been a treasured Chicago landmark since its construction in 1916. It boasts dozens of restaurants and shops, special exhibits, strolling entertainment and gardens.
Activities can include a ride on the incredible fifteen story Ferris Wheel, giving one of the best views of the Chicago Skyline and the turn of the century style carousel which features 36 hand painted animals.

Skydeck Chicago
Skydeck Chicago offers an unsurpassed view of Chicago & 4 surrounding states. Take an elevator to the 103rd floor and see the breathtaking panorama.

"The Ledge" dares visitors to attempt a new Chicago experience: stand on The Ledge and feel the city from 103 floors over Wacker Drive and the Chicago River.
Admission also includes interactive exhibits and signature photo opportunities.



Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Museum
The World's only facility dedicated to the living heritage of rock and roll music. Designed by I.M Pei, the $92 million structure towers above Lake Erie's shore at North Coast Harbor. The new Hall of Fame wows visitors with high-impact multi-media production combining film footage, music, interviews, animation and still photography to tell the stories of inducted rock and roll legends.

Cafe, serves light refreshments and food.

Grand Concourse Restaurant
Known as the premier restaurant of Station Square, this is like no other restaurant you've ever seen. This fine seafood and beef emporium, a Chuck Muer restaurant, is set in the Edwardian splendor of the Pittsburgh and Lake Erie Railroad terminal built in 1901. It is part of the Pittsburgh History and Landmarks' Station Square restoration project, which is on the National Register of Historic Sites. Located on the Monongahela River just across the bridge from Pittsburgh's downtown "Golden Triangle."
This is not a casual dress restaurant. Not formal, but should dress appropriately.