departures are guaranteed (subject to availability)
starting from 21 days before departure, availability is on request
minimum age: 8 years
the journey involves changes in temperature and altitude
at least one more overnight stay has to be booked at New York before the beginning of the tour
Itinerary
Day 1 — Saugus
Appointment with the guide (by 7.00) in the lobby of the Park Central hotel. The guide will accompany you during the tour, Please be on time. Consider how long you need for breakfast (not included), and the line at the reception for check-out, departure from hotel at 7.30, arrival at, The capital city of Massachusetts, Boston is a happy mixture of present and past: the wide avenues of the modern part of the city blend into the narrow, snakelike lanes of the old colonial town; futuristic skyscrapers rise next to historic buildings. Boston was built in 1630 around the Boston Common – a pasture then used to graze local livestock – and, during the following century, became the core of the American Revolutionary War against Great Britain. After independence was declared, Boston kept on thriving as a trading and culture centre., panoramic city tour, continue to, dinner, accommodation in a hotel in the suburbs. Accommodation Royal on the Park,
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Day 2 — Saugus → Albany
Continental breakfast, return to, unscheduled lunch (not included), continue to, arrival at Albany, dinner. Accommodation Casa Lucia,
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Day 3 — Albany → Niagara Falls
Continental breakfast, departure to, You might have seen the waterfalls a million times in pictures or on TV, but rest assured – the real thing will leave you speechless. The border between Canada and the USA crosses the river Niagara; not far from the falls, the small Goat Island floats in the middle of the river, thus creating two different waterfalls: the American Falls on the USA side, with a crest line of about 320 m; and the famous Horseshoe Falls, twice as wide, on the Canadian side. Winter makes the landscape even more breathtaking, with the waterfalls turning into massive ice walls., lunch in a restaurant with a panoramic view on the Falls, An exciting ferry-boat cruise at the foot of the Falls. From November to April the cruise is replaced by a Journey Behind the Falls where, after passing through a series of galleries hollowed out in the rock (the Scenic Tunnels), you can give the Falls a very close look, free evening and night. Accommodation,
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Day 4 — Niagara Falls → Washington DC
Continental breakfast, Time permitting, visit an Amish market (closed on Sundays)., continue to Washington DC, Washington DC is the capital city of the United States – and its very political heart. Washington is a monumental city, with impressive white-marble buildings, memorials and some of the very best museums. It also boasts extremely pleasant residential districts, dotted with antique houses, parks and gardens, making for a lively, multicultural city., accommodation in a hotel in the suburbs. Accommodation Premier Inn Plymouth City Centre (Sutton Harbour) hotel,
Day 5 — Washington DC
Continental breakfast, visit of the city, Outside panoramic tour of the White House, the US Capitol, the most relevant monuments and memorials, and the Arlington National Cemetery., WARNING: To access Arlington Cemetery, a passport is required., free time in the afternoon, We recommend visiting the outstanding Smithsonian museums (namely the National Museum of American History, the Air and Space Museum, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, and the National Gallery of Art)., transfer to the hotel. Accommodation,
Flight
Day 6 — Washington DC → Los Angeles
Continental breakfast, transfer to the airport, flight to Los Angeles (not included). Transfer to the hotel. If you have chosen the airport hotel, individual transfer to the hotel without assistance, using the hotel's shuttle service. If you have chosen the downtown hotel, collective welcome and transfer to the hotel., each Pacchetto guest is met by a guide outside Customs (International arrivals) or Baggage Claim (Domestic arrivals). The guide carries a dark blue sign with the white AlliedTPro logo on it and directs them to LAX Airport Hilton Shuttle which runs every 15 minutes. Note that no Meet and Greet can be provided for passengers arriving on flights after 22:00 and before 7:00 AM or for passengers arriving one or more days before the start of the tour. Such passengers can still take the airport shuttle to the Hilton LAX Airport, free day,
Day 7 — Los Angeles
Departure from hotel in aeroporto at 8, or from hotel a Downtown at 9, morning visit of the city, Highlights: Los Angeles Downtown and Olvera Street, the oldest part of the city; Hollywood, Walk of Fame and Chinese Theatre, Sunset Strip, Hollywood: where the legend comes alive before your eyes. The Walk of Fame, comprising more than 2,400 brass stars embedded in the sidewalks; the Chinese Theater, where the handprints (and some footprints) of popular movie starsare imprinted in concrete blocks; the Capitol Records Building, resembling a tower made of vinyl records; the Dolby Theater, where the Oscar ceremony takes place; and the Hollywood & Highland Center, bristling with shops and restaurants. Look up and you will see Hollywood's most famous landmark: the Hollywood Sign on Mount Lee., free time in the afternoon,
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Day 8 — Los Angeles → Las Vegas
Appointment in the hotel lobby 30 minutes before departure time, Please be on time. Consider how long you need for breakfast (not included), and the line at the reception for check-out, departure from hotel in aeroporto at 8, or from hotel a Downtown at 9, Cross the Mojave desert, dotted with Joshua trees. With its canyons, hills, mesas, dunes, cinder cones, and – when the fleeting spring arrives – boundless wildflower fields, the Mojave deserts is a peaceful, lonely oasis away from the turmoil of the metropolis., arrival at Las Vegas, Las Vegas is beyond words. It shines like a diamond the middle of the desert, dazzling with its extravagant luxury hotels, bustling with all sorts of shows and revelry. A place – but can such a place even exist? – without equal in the whole world.. Accommodation TG Chelsea TRU604,
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Day 9 — Las Vegas → Cameron
Departure to, You pass through Kingman, a mining town, and Williams, a pleasant village among the pines of the Kaibab Forest, the terminus of the Grand Canyon Railroad. Both are located on the historic Route 66 and thrive on memories and souvenirs of a bygone era., The Grand Canyon is the most famous and most spectacular example of river erosion - an inconceivable abyss formed by the wear of the Colorado River. The Canyon is 1,500 m deep, 450 km long and 16 km wide. Its layers disclose the geological history of the last 2 billion years and its rocks change color according to the time of the day - your first glimpse of this majestic landscape will leave you speecheless. The Grand Canyon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a truly unforgettable sight., Stop-offs at the main scenic spots, departure to Cameron, It is a small place in the Navajo land, at the end of Arizona Route 64. Grand Canyon National Park is about 80 kilometers far away.. Accommodation VMM07 Chichen Itza and Cancun with lunch at restaurant Posada Chichen,
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Day 10 — Cameron → Kanab
More unforgettable landscapes await you today, From the pinewood of the Kaibab Forest down to the Navajo desert, heading to Monument Valley will prove to be an amazingly exciting, surprising and picturesque trip., Monument Valley is arguably the most famous landscape of the American West – and possibly the most breathtaking one. The red sandstone crests, jutting out from the desert, were the iconic setting of numberless blockbusters – above all “Stagecoach” (1939). The park stretches over the land of the Navajo Nation, between Utah and Arizona., Stop at the observation deck of the visitor center and enjoy a spectacular all-around view, continue to, A few kilometers from Page, there are several slot canyons, narrow cracks in the rock shaped by the passage of water into fantastic forms. We visit Antelope Canyon X and admire its suggestive light effects, which change depending on the time of day and the season., In case of heavy rain, Antelope Canyon may be closed for visits due to the risk of flooding., continue to Kanab, Kanab, Utah’s “Little Hollywood”, is a small town in an extremely scenic location. Standing at the crossroads of the Southwest's main national parks, it provided the setting for many Western movies from the 30's all the way to the 70's.. Accommodation,
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Day 11 — Kanab → Las Vegas
Early morning departure to, Bryce Canyon is, in fact, not a canyon: it’s a breathtaking natural amphitheatre full of spires and arches and pinnacles, jutting out in dazzling colours against the sky, moulded by the rain and frost in bizarre shapes to create a unique mountainscape., panoramic visit, continue to, we commence our first walks at Snow Creek Canyon. Here trails lead over petrified sand dunes past lava tubes and interesting geological formations, Leaving behind the last rocky cliffs of Utah, continue across the Nevada desert, all the way to the dazzling glare of Las Vegas, glittering with golden skyscrapers., a night-time guided visit (not included) is a must-do. Accommodation TG Chelsea TRU604,
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Day 12 — Las Vegas → Mammoth Lakes
Departure to Mammoth Lakes, Continue towards Sierra Nevada, where the landscape, deep valleys giving way to vast forests, varies as much as the climate., Mammoth Lakes is a pleasant resort, both in summer and winter. Its quaint landscapes, typical of Sierra Nevada, were shaped by glaciers and volcanoes thousands of years ago., When the Tioga Pass is closed due to snow, the journey detours towards the Central Valley, and accommodation is set on the western slope of Sierra Nevada. Accommodation,
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Day 13 — Mammoth Lakes → Chowchilla
Departure to, Cross the Tioga Pass (about 3,000 m a.s.l.): a grand, picturesque scenery., Shaped by its primeval glaciers, the landscape of Yosemite Valley is one of the most breathtaking mountain views in the world. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site., During the panoramic tour you will have the chance to gaze at the Half Dome, the sheer rock formation of El Capitan, and the park’s many forests and waterfalls. The highest flow rate is in springtime, after the thaw; the flow starts lessening in May-June, and by August there’s hardly any flow left., overnight stay outside the park, in the closest available location. Accommodation Continental Palace,
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Day 14 — Chowchilla → San Francisco
Departure to, Standing on a rocky hill that gently slopes into a beautifully white, soft-sanded beach, Carmel is to Californians what the Hamptons are to New Yorkers: the chicest holiday spot, so glamorous with its elegant mansions, boutiques and golf courses. One of its mayors was none other than Clint Eastwood !, Go down the twisty 17-Mile Drive, a private panoramic road that passes by the deluxe country clubs of Pebble Beach. The road runs along the celebrated Lone Cypress, a solitary tree at the top of a cliff – probably the most photographed spot in the area., Due to the Pebble Beach Concourse d'Elegance, access to 17-Mile Drive is not possible when starting at 3/08., Photo stop at, Monterey is renowned for its Fisherman’s Wharf, an old fishing boat pier, and for Cannery Row – once the site of several fish canning factories, now turned into restaurants, boutiques and art galleries., continue to San Francisco. Accommodation. NB: for some departures, the itinerary for day 13 could be Las Vegas > Yosemite, and for day 14, the visit to Yosemite.,
Day 15 — San Francisco
San Francisco’s iconic streets twist up and down its many hills and scenic bridges connecting it to the mainland – chief among which the red Golden Gate. San Francisco is a charming, multi-faceted city, regarded as a liberal, enlightened oasis in a rather conservative America., morning visit of the city, Highlights: Union Square, Chinatown, Golden Gate Park, and Fisherman's Wharf, from which the island of Alcatraz with its infamous prison can be seen, free time in the afternoon, board the famous city tram and head to Fisherman’s Wharf. You will have the chance to taste local fish and crab soup, or some mouth-watering Ghirardelli chocolate. Take a peek at the sea lions loafing in the sun and let your eyes wander to the island of Alcatraz and its infamous former federal prison - or visit the pleasant town of Sausalito after crossing the legendary Golden Gate bridge (not included)., free evening and night, a night-time guided visit (not included in the price) would be an inspiring experience. Accommodation,
Day 16 — San Francisco
Rooms have to be vacated in the morning, transfer to the airport, end of the tour,
Notes
LUGGAGE: porterage is included for one medium-size baggage (max. 23 kg). Due to limited storage room, we cannot assure you can bring along extra baggage on the bus. In the event of extra storage room available, a fee of $7 will be applied to any extra luggage, to be paid to the courier at the beginning of the tour. Note, however, that we cannot know in advance whether any extra storage room will be available. Due to security reasons, you cannot deposit your extra baggage at the first hotel of the tour.
ROOMS: rooms only have one or two beds. “Triple”, “quadruple”, “family” room refers to the number of the guests, who will sleep in the beds provided (max. 2). The possibility of adding a rollaway bed – even if requested at the time of reservation – is subject to availability, with a supplement to be paid on site. Likewise, special requests for double or separate beds; adjoining, high-floor, low-floor rooms etc. are always upon request and these services can never be considered as granted.
DISABLED PEOPLE: disabled travellers can take part to the tour as long as they are self-sufficient. This is because means of transport are not equipped with a wheelchair platform; in addiction, due to insurance and security reasons, neither the guide nor the driver are allowed to help passengers getting on board. Disabled passengers must thus travel with an assistant of their own, to provide them all the help they might need during the tour. All bookings are on request.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: before the start of the tour, all the participants must make sure they possess the required documents to enter the destination countries, and that such documents are comprehensive and valid.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS: a list of optional services, to be paid by credit card or in cash, will be offered to you on site. The courier is under no obligation to provide assistance to the passengers for excursions purchased before departure.
MINIMUM AGE: At least 8 years, although we recommend a minimum of 12. People younger than 18 years (21 for Las Vegas) must share their room with a traveller of age; otherwise, hotels will refuse to accept them in.
SMOKING: smoking is prohibited in hotels and on coaches.
HOTEL, CHECK IN: People younger than 18 years (21 for Las Vegas) must share their room with a traveller of age; otherwise, hotels will refuse to accept them in.
HOTEL, DEPOSIT: at the time of check-in, you will be asked to provide a personal credit card as guarantee for extra expenses. If you are using a company credit card, you must get an authorisation from your company. The hold as guarantee for extra expenses changes according to the category of the hotel. The hold will be unblocked between 3 and 10 days after check-out date; more days might be required if the credit card is linked to a non-American bank. We suggest you bring along at least two credit cards.
Starts from
15 days / 24 nights – from Saugus to San Francisco
Start: Park Central at 7.30 End: aeroporto di San Francisco
Meals
Meals: breakfasts, lunches, dinners. Additional meals with a surcharge, According to the current health regulations in force at the time of the trip, some meals may be packed or eliminated from the program., According to the current health regulations in force at the time of the trip, some meals may be packed or eliminated from the program.,
Price includes
Accompagnatore/guida locale in italiano fino al giorgio 6, poi multilingue (italiano), air-conditioned motorcoach, meals: breakfasts, lunches, dinners, admissions, visits and excursions: as scheduled, accommodation at the scheduled hotel (or similar), hotel/airport shuttle transfer upon departure (without guide),
Price does not include
Administration fees and “no-risk” coverage, trip cancellation, medical expense & baggage coverage, meals that have not been specified; beverage; any extra, airport/hotel transfer upon arrival, porterage, tips, air travel and taxes, everything not expressly mentioned in "The fee includes",
Optional visits
Ask your guide for suggestions on optional excursions (to be paid on site – no obligation to buy). Please find below a list of the approximate prices per person. We cannot guarantee that any of the listed optional will be provided. They will be subject to time availability and to several other factors.
Grand Canyon North Imperial Tour (helicopter)
Monument Valley Jeep Tour –
Las Vegas by night. San Francisco by night,
Important notes
The guide is available for information between 15 and 20 on domenica at the hospitality desk in the lobby of the Park Central Hotel., overnight stay in the suburbs of Boston e Washington,
Cancellation policies
Up to 30-16 days prior to departure 10% fee, 15-01 days 50%, 0 days or no show 100%,
HOTEL / ITINERARY, CHANGES: The Organizing Body reserves the right to substitute the itinerary and/or the hotels to alternative of a similar or superior category in the event of unplanned circumstances, and if the safe and normal proceeding of the tour is threatened. Furthermore, when in the impossibility for all of the travellers to stay at the same hotel, the group will be split amidst several hotels of the same category.
START OF THE TOUR: please show up at the meeting point at least 30 minutes before departure. You are strongly advised to be punctual. No refund is provided for passengers failing to meet at designated time.
TIPS: not included – but virtually mandatory, unless service is badly disappointing. Suggested tips: $5-6/day per person for the courier; $4-5/day per person for the driver.
MEALS: not included when not specified
COACH SEATING: seats are variably assigned day by day.
REFUNDS: If the tour or any part thereof cannot be conducted due to Force Majeure or Vis Majeure, the Company shall not be responsible to give any refund; also, no refund will be given for any portions of the tour unused by the traveler
TRANSFERS: not included when not specified. When included, a supplement for private transfer is applied in the event of arrival/departure late in the evening/night or early in the morning (usually between 8pm and 7am). A supplement is always charged to individual passengers.,
