The Great 48 - USA All Inclusive
In 75 Tagen quer durch die USA
- New York, "the Big Apple"
- Attraktionen & Monumente in Washington D.C.
- Nashville, Zentrum der Country-Musik
- Memphis, Geburtsort des Blues & Heimat von Elvis Presley
- New Orleans, "die Wiege des Jazz"
- Austin, "Welthauptstadt der Live-Musik"
- Texas, the "Lone Star State"
- Faszinierende Tropfsteinhöhlen des Carlsbad Caverns Nationalpark
- Tafelberge & Navajo-Kultur im Monument Valley
- Naturwunder Grand Canyon
- "Sin City" Las Vegas
- Los Angeles, "die Stadt der Engel"
- Besuch der Niagara Fälle
- Chicago - Heimat von Al Capone & des Chicago Jazz
- Spektakuläre Natur im Yellowstone Nationalpark
- Mount Rushmore
- Märchenhafte Landschaft im Yosemite Nationalpark
- Golden Gate Bridge, das Wahrzeichen von San Francisco
- Monterey, Santa Barbara an der kalifornischen Küste
- Los Angeles, die Stadt der Stars & Sternchen
- Überblick
- Leistungen
- Reiseverlauf
- Termine & Preise
- Zusatzinformationen
- Einreisebestimmungen
75 Tage Vereinigte Staaten
18 bis 38 Roadtrip- Reise-Nr.: 139Y10080
- Internationale Gruppenreise
- Teilnehmer (min./max.): 4-13
- Alter (von/bis): 18 - 38 Jahre
- Hinweis zur Mindestteilnehmerzahl
Leistungen enthalten
- USA Rundreise gemäß Programm
- Transport im klimatisierten Touring-Van
- Unterkünfte und Mahlzeiten gemäß Programm
- Campingausrüstung und -gebühren (außer Schlafsack)
- Nationalparkgebühren
- Ausflüge, Aktivitäten und Besichtigungen gemäß Reiseverlauf
- Partybus-Tour über den Las Vegas Strip
- "Maid of the Mist" Bootstour an den Niagarafällen
- Zahlreiche Wandermöglichkeiten
- Livemusikszene in Nashville, New Orleans, Memphis und Austin
- Besuch der Carlsbad Caverns
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Eintrittsgebühr zu 18 Nationalparks, Stateparks, Nationalmonumenten und -wäldern
- Old Faithful im Yellowstone Nationalpark
Leistungen nicht enthalten
- Nicht genannte Mahlzeiten und Getränke
- Optionale Ausflüge und Aktivitäten
- Persönliche Ausgaben, Trinkgelder
Unterbringung
Es wird Euch alles zur Verfügung gestellt, was Ihr braucht um Spaß am Campen zu haben. Es ist also überhaupt kein Problem, wenn Ihr noch nie gezeltet habt. Alles Nötige ist vorhanden, darunter Zelte, Campinglampen, Herd, Vorratsbehälter/Lebensmittelkühler und vieles mehr. Die hochwertigen Zelte sind leicht auf- und abzubauen, auch für jemanden, der noch nie ein Zelt in der Hand hatte. Ihr übernachtet zu zweit in einem geräumigen Zelt, so dass Ihr noch genug Platz für euer Gepäck habt. Als Alleinreisende/r teilt Ihr euch das Zelt mit einem/r Mitreisenden des gleichen Geschlechts. Eine wärmeisolierende Matratze wird Euch zur Verfügung gestellt, solltet Ihr jedoch Wert auf etwas mehr Komfort legen könnt Ihr auch eine eigene selbst aufblasbare Isomatte mitbringen.
Es wird sowohl in National- und Stateparks als auch auf privaten Campingplätzen übernachtet. Die Zeltplätze verfügen in der Regel über Duschen (tlw. gegen Gebühr) und Toiletten, teilweise sind sogar Schwimmbäder, Bars und Waschmaschinen vorhanden. Andere Campingplätze sind einfacher ausgestattet, dafür aber aufgrund ihrer atemberaubenden Lage in der Natur unvergesslich.
Die Unterbringung in der Hütte (Chickee) ist sehr einfach und ohne fließendes Wasser und Elektrizität. Übernachtung in festen Unterkünften sind meist in Mehrbettzimmern.
Verpflegung
Keine Mahlzeiten inklusive.
Food Kitty: USD10 pro Tag
Jeder Teilnehmer zahlt USD10 pro Tag in die gemeinsame Essenskasse (Food Kitty) ein. Hiervon werden die benötigten Nahrungsmittel gekauft (außer Getränke und Alkohol) und drei Mahlzeiten pro Tag während des Campens abgedeckt. An den Tagen, an denen in Hotels übernachtet wird oder Ihr mit der Gruppe ausgeht (z.B. ins Restaurant), werden die Mahlzeiten nicht von der Trip Kitty abgedeckt und müssen separat bezahlt werden. Während des Camping helfen die Teilnehmer bei der Zubereitung der Mahlzeiten mit.
Tourbegleitung
Transportarten
Zusätzliche Übernachtungen
Flughafentransfer
Optionale Ausflüge / Zusatzleistungen
Fahrt mit dem Airboat USD25
Savannah
Historisches Theater USD37
Erste afrikanische Baptistenkirche kostenfrei
Trolley Tour USD32
Geister Tour USD20
Charleston
Geister des Südens Tour USD22
Wassertaxi USD12
Rickschafahrt USD6
Magnolien Gärten USD22
Mavericks Kitchen Store Kochstunde USD62-69
West Virginia
Ziplining USD80
White Water Rafting auf den New River USD75-90
Washington D.C.
Smithsonian Nationalmuseen kostenfrei
Fahrradleihgebühr USD16-75
Philadelphia/New York
Philly cheesesteak USD10
Brooklyn Bridge kostenfrei
Century 21 department store kostenfrei
East River und Hudson River Parks kostenfrei
Ellis Island USD26
Historischer Battery Park kostenfrei
South Street Hafen USD12
Freiheitsstatue USD26-29
Boston
Freedomtrail kostenfrei
Cheers Bar kostenfrei
Faneuil Hall und Quincy Market kostenfrei
Baseballspiel ab USD15
Acadia Nationalpark
Fahrradleihgebühr USD24-30
Kajakfahren auf dem Meer USD48-58
Wale beobachten USD50
White Mountain National Forest
Cog Eisenbahn USD69-75
Niagara Falls
Cave of the Winds Tour USD17
Nashville
Country line tanzen USD10
Country Music Hall of Fame USD25-40
Grand Ole Opry USD32-90
Johnny Cash Museum USD19
Ryman Auditorium Tour USD20-30
Birmingham
Institut für Bürgerrechte USD15
New Orleans
Jazz Clubs USD10-20
Dampfschifffahrt auf dem Mississippi USD30-80
Mardi Gras World USD20
Voodoo und Friedhofstour USD20-40
Preservation Hall USD15-20
Kochschule USD28-150
Tupelo
Tour an Elvis Geburtsstätte USD8-17
Memphis
Delta Blues Museum USD10
Elvis Experience USD44
Museum für Bürgerrechte USD19
Sun Studio USD14
Rock n Soul Museum USD12
Eintritt Graceland USD35
Stax Museum der amerikanischen Soulmusik USD12
Peabody Hotel kostenfrei
Chicago
Willis Tower USD25-45
Bobby’s Bike Hike USD34
Baseballspiel ab USD10
Blues Clubs ab USD6
Helikopterflug USD99
Wisconsin Dells
Wasserpark USD45-65
Dallas
Sixth Floor Museum USD16
Heritage Center USD9
Reunion Tower USD16
Arboretum und Botanischer Garten USD15
Santa Fe
Meow Wolf USD20
Salt Lake City
Geschichte der Mormonen Museum kostenfrei
Drive in Movie USD9
Salt Lake Connect Pass USD32
Arches Nationalpark/Dead Horse Point
Mountain biken USD100
Floßfahrt auf dem Colorado River USD60-91
Extreme off road hummer Tour USD90-100
Monument Valley
Geführte 4x4 Tour mit Navajo Guide USD55
Grand Canyon Nationalpark
Helikopterflug USD254-284
IMAX Theater USD15
Las Vegas
Clubs und Show ab USD10
Helikopterflug USD124
Achterbahnen USD25-40
Santa Barbara
Stand up paddeling (2 Std.) USD90
Yosemite Nationalpark
Fahrradleihgebühr USD12-34
Floßfahrt auf dem Merced River USD29
San Francisco
Cable car Fahrt USD5-13
Fahrradleihgebühr USD8/Std. oder USD32/Tag
Bootsfahrt zu Sonnenuntergang USD50
Alcatraz Gefängnis (bitte im Voraus bei Alcatraz Cruises buchen) USD33-40
Bitte beachte, dass sich die Preise jederzeit ändern können.
1. Tag: Miami - Billies Swamp Safari
Leave the beaches and glamour of Miami behind, it's time to get amongst the action with a highly recommended optional airboat ride in the Everglades area. Explore the 'River of Grass', where lazy alligators resting in the sun and turtles sunbathing on lily pads are a common sight. Spot wildlife in their natural habitat and then for the ultimate experience in this unique environment, spend the night in a traditional 'chickee'. These simple cabins on stilts have no electricity and bathrooms can be found in the communal central building. Though basic in nature, it’s a pretty special place to admire the sunset from.
NB: Please be aware that Billie’s Swamp Safari keep an enclosure of animals. TrekAmerica do not endorse animals in captivity. This is one of the reasons why we recommend our passengers view native inhabitants of the Florida Everglades on an optional airboat ride, for an authentic experience of this unique environment.
Please note! As this is a mammoth trip, with some off-beat destinations, things may not run exactly as listed below for each day. For example, some drives may be longer than expected; others shorter. But this is all part of the pioneering spirit of this exclusive adventure. Come with a fun, flexible outlook and let's make the road trip part of the journey!
Optional Activities:
Airboat ride USD25
Unterkunft: Chickee-Hütte
2-3. Tag: Savannah
The oldest city in the whole of Georgia is your stop for the next two nights. Get your first chance to sample the music, heritage and delicious grub of the Deep South in Savannah. With just over 20 historic squares it's easy to see why this was once the state's colonial capital. If you're looking for a combination of historic homes, park fountains and a huge helping of Southern hospitality (devilled crab and smoked pork anyone?) then you'll be in your absolute element.
Optional Activities:
Historic Savannah Theatre USD37
First Africa Baptist Church Free
Trolley tour USD32
Ghost tour USD20
Unterkunft: Camping
4. Tag: Charleston
Charleston is defined by its beautiful cobblestone streets, horse-drawn carriages and pastel pre-Civil-War-era houses. Take a wander through the bustling French Quarter and Battery areas on a self-guided walking tour to really pull out the unique flavours of this city.
Optional Activities:
Ghosts of the South tour USD22
Watertaxi USD12
Rickshaw ride USD6
Magnolia Garden USD20
Mavericks Kitchen Store cookery lesson USD62-69
Unterkunft: Camping
5. Tag: Asheville
Your Deep South stretch takes an altogether wilder turn as you enter Asheville. Sandwiched between the Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge, the self-proclaimed ‘Land of the Sky’, charms visitors with its effortless bohemian vibe and panoramic mountain views.
Unterkunft: Camping
6-7. Tag: Great Smoky Mountains Nationalpark
This is what the Blue Ridge Mountains are all about and although this is America's most-popular national park you'll still be treated to a peaceful and inspirational natural experience that'll stay with you for years to come. Loads of hiking trails give everyone the chance to soak up the misty mountain views.
Unterkunft: Camping
8. Tag: West Virginia
Just try and stop yourself singing 'Country Roads' as you head northwards out of North Carolina and into West Virginia. For those with an adventurous streak you won’t want to miss a spot of white water rafting or zip lining right next to New River Gorge National River.
Optional Activities:
Tree canopy zip lining USD80
White water rafting on New River USD75-90
Unterkunft: Camping
9-10. Tag: Washington D.C.
Cross the great state of Virginia and hike a section of the Appalachian Mountains on your way to Washington DC. Interestingly, Washington DC is not in a state, but its own District - the District of Columbia (DC for short). DC is home to some of the most well-known monuments including the White House, Jefferson Monument and Capitol Hill. Thanks to the Smithsonian Institution's generous attitude towards art and culture you'll be able to enter the majority of the capital's museums free of charge - great news if you're planning to save your dimes for a night out in New York!
Optional Activities:
Smithsonian National Museums Free
Bike rental USD16-75
Unterkunft: Camping
11-12. Tag: Philadelphia - New York City
The states on this side of the country are pretty ‘small’ so you can cruise through five of them in no time at all. Try to collect a souvenir from each state on your way through! After visiting the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and the ‘Rocky’ steps leading up to Philadelphia's Museum of Art, it's time to move on to a few more famous film sites as you head for the city that never sleeps - New York. The next two days will be crammed full of iconic buildings, historic monuments and more razzmatazz and bright lights than vendors selling pretzels and hot dogs. This is your chance to revel amongst some of the world's most famous landmarks, including the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and Brooklyn Bridge.
Optional Activities:
Philly cheesesteak USD10
Walk the Brooklyn Bridge Free
Century 21 department store Free
East River & Hudson River Waterfront Parks Free
Ellis Island USD26
Historic Battery Park Free
South Street Seaport tall ships USD12
Statue of Liberty USD26-29
Unterkunft: Hostel
13-14. Tag: Boston
After you've had your fill of the ‘Big Apple’ there are two more states to tick off your list as you make tracks for the cobbled streets and cultural trails of Boston, renowned as being one of the key locations for the start of the American Revolution. Aside from the Freedom Trail (which takes in 16 revolutionary sites), Boston is a legend on the food and drink scene. Delight in a whole host of Irish bars, coffee shops, and snack-joints providing the sustenance to keep you going until the wee small hours.
Optional Activities:
Walk the Freedom Trail Free
Visit the famous 'Cheers' bar Free
Faneuil Hall & Quincy Market Free
Baseball game from USD15
Unterkunft: Camping
15-16. Tag: Acadia Nationalpark, Maine
Onwards and upwards through New England and into Maine, which is not only the birthplace of Stephen King but also the home of Acadia National Park. This is the perfect place to hike, picnic and mountain bike. Mount Desert Island gives you the pick of beautiful natural areas and this stop is all about exploring the great outdoors with mountains, woodlands, lakes and ocean views providing an exceptional backdrop.
Optional Activities:
Bike rental USD24-30
Sea kayaking USD48-58
Whale watching USD50
Unterkunft: Camping
17-18. Tag: White Mountains National Forest
After time spent in Maine, it's time to hop over to the neighbouring state of New Hampshire and discover over 100 miles of Appalachian Trail, criss-crossing through the White Mountain National Forest. This place will have you hiking and camping amongst some of the best terrain that New England has to offer. As weather conditions can change in a flash you're advised to pack accordingly but, with views above the timberline ranging from 'WOW' to 'OMG', a spot of drizzle will probably be the last thing on your mind.
Optional Activities:
Cog railway USD69-75
Unterkunft: Camping
19. Tag: Green Mountains, Vermont
The ‘Greens’, as local hikers sometimes refer to this small mountain range, are a perfect introduction to this area. In Autumn this area comes alive with the changing of the colours, however in summer months the thick forest and beautiful views give you an excellent idea why so many Americans travel for miles to visit the Green Mountains.
Unterkunft: Camping
20. Tag: Niagara Falls
Located on the shores of Lake Erie and packed full of arts and culture, Buffalo is a mere stone's throw from the thundering water of Niagara Falls - a certain highlight! Your visit to the famous falls takes place this evening and if you thought this incredible landmark looked cool in the day then try taking a look when it's illuminated with coloured spotlights at night. The word ‘magical’ just doesn't do this experience justice.
Optional Activities:
Cave of the Winds tour USD17
Unterkunft: Camping
21. Tag: Cleveland
Today you'll be donning your waterproof poncho and clambering aboard the ‘Maid of the Mist’ before you venture into the spray-drenching realm of pretty much the most famous water feature on the planet. After Niagara by day, you'll be skirting the edge of Lake Erie as you journey to Cleveland, Ohio, for a spot of free time and lake swimming.
Unterkunft: Camping
22-23. Tag: Van Buren State Park, Michigan
You should be getting the hang of 'lake life' by now and you'll be pleased to know that for the next couple of nights you'll be located within Van Buren State Park which promises 400 acres of woodland trails, gigantic sand dunes and a mile of sandy beach. Unwind with some excellent spots for swimming and generally taking it easy!
Unterkunft: Camping
24. Tag: Indianapolis, Indiana
Now for something completely different as you travel south to Indianapolis and the kooky capital of Indiana. Guaranteed to feed your cultural, retail and nightclub needs, Indianapolis is an awesome city with indie brewery tours, ethnic food corridors and mind-bending live shows always proving popular.
Unterkunft: Camping
25. Tag: Mammoth Cave Nationalpark, Kentucky
Continue south and into Kentucky where the world's longest known cave system, the aptly named Mammoth Cave, is awaiting your exploration. This is twice the size of the world's next largest cave setting with over 400 miles of sandstone and limestone passageways, corridors, rivers, stalactites and stalagmites providing an amazing adventure deep beneath the hills of Green River Valley.
Unterkunft: Camping
26-27. Tag: Nashville, Tennessee
Nashville has so much more to offer than catchy country tunes and as you venture ever-further into America's Deep South you'll be treated to a whole host of things to do along the banks of the Cumberland River. The Country Music Hall of Fame, Civil War heritage, Elvis's recording studios and more honky-tonk bars than you can hit with a banjo - have fun y'all!
Optional Activities:
Country line dancing USD10
Country Music Hall of Fame USD25-40
Country western saloons USD varies
Grand Ole Opry USD32-90
Johnny Cash Museum USD19
Ryman Auditorium tour USD20-30
Unterkunft: Camping
28. Tag: Birmingham, Alabama
Time to tune into Lynyrd Skynyrd as you check into Birmingham, Alabama, the home of Southern jazz, civil rights and juicy country-fried steak with butter beans - mmmm!
Optional Activities:
Civil Rights Institute USD15
Unterkunft: Camping
29-30. Tag: New Orleans, Louisiana
If you've just started to get into jazz then prepare to crank it up a notch as you make your way into New Orleans' historic French Quarter. Here, you're never far away from a sax or trumpet, as well as some darn fine bars to kick up your heels. Your home for the next couple of nights is right in the beating heart of New Orleans and from tours along the Mississippi to tasty Cajun cuisine, this is the perfect place to celebrate your 30th day on the road.
Optional Activities:
Jazz clubs USD10-20
Mississippi steamboat ride USD30-80
Mardi Gras World USD20
Voodoo & Graveyard tour USD20-40
Preservation Hall USD15-20
School of Cooking USD28-150
Unterkunft: Apartment
31. Tag: Tupelo, Mississippi
For all you lovers of slicked back hair and rock 'n' roll, Tupelo will certainly resonate as this is the birthplace of ‘The King'. An optional visit to the stomping ground and birthplace of Elvis Presley will no doubt inspire at least a couple of renditions of ‘Blue Suede Shoes', ‘Hound Dog' and many more classics!
Optional Activities:
Elvis birthplace tour USD8-17
Unterkunft: Camping
32-33. Tag: Clarksdale - Memphis, Tennessee
Stop by Clarksdale, which many claim to be the birthplace of the blues, to see the famous crossroads of Highway 61. More musical heritage can, of course, be found in Memphis and as we turn our attention to blues and 60's soul, we'll stop for a couple of nights just to check that the largest city on the Mississippi has still got it going on. With Johnny Cash, Muddy Waters and Otis Reading to guide you, this stopover in Memphis is pure gold for music fans. Take the chance to visit Graceland and Sun Studio as well as the National Civil Rights Museum which presents a thoroughly absorbing tour.
Optional Activities:
Delta Blues Museum USD10
Elvis Experience USD44
Civil Rights Museum USD19
Sun Studio USD14
Gibson guitar factory USD10
Rock 'n' Soul Museum USD12
Graceland entrance only USD35
Stax Museum of American Soul Music USD12
Visit the Peabody Hotel Free
Unterkunft: Camping
34. Tag: St Louis, Missouri
After managing to scrape the swamp off those rhinestone boots you bought in Memphis it's time to hit the 'coasters and thrill rides at Six Flags, St Louis, before checking out the night life or sampling the local beer on an Anheuser-Busch Brewery tour.
Unterkunft: Camping
35-36. Tag: Chicago, Illinois
Cross the state of Illinois heading north and you'll find your home for the next two nights surrounded by the shimmering towers, designer malls and the all-important Lake Michigan views of Chicago. The ‘Windy City’ is an exciting and fast-paced metropolis with a huge range of cultural museums, live music venues and deep-dish pizza houses. This promises to be an extremely exciting stopover as you near the halfway stage of your incredible tour of America.
Due to the length of the tour, it is likely your tour leader will change in Chicago.
Optional Activities:
Willis Tower USD25-45
Bobby's Bike Hike USD34
Baseball game from USD10
Blues clubs from USD6
Scenic helicopter flight USD99
Unterkunft: Hostel
37. Tag: Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
After all of that deep-filled pizza indulgence you may consider taking it easy for the next few days however, you're bound to find room for some tasty Wisconsin Dells fudge before you ease in the reigns. Aside from the sugar-laced loveliness, The Dells is jam-packed full of water parks, roller coaster rides and chances to tour on land and water on-board an amphibious Wisconsin Duck bus. Why not opt to visit the park (not included)?
Optional Activities:
Water parks USD45-55
Unterkunft: Camping
38. Tag: Minneapolis, Minnesota
You've made it to the halfway stage of this phenomenal tour and now you'll get the chance to celebrate in Minneapolis on a short break for lunch at Black River Falls. More cascading water lies in store this afternoon at Minnehaha Falls and if you fancy going all 'Man v. Food' then chomping into a 'Juicy Lucy' burger before you check out America's largest mall. The Minneapolis nightlife comes highly recommended.
Unterkunft: Camping
39. Tag: Des Moines - Kansas City, Kansas
There's no place like home and as you travel through Iowa, Missouri, and into Kansas you'll get to stop at Des Moines for lunch before reaching the heart of Middle America. Steamboat museums, barbecue smoke pits and some fairly swanky country clubs provide plenty of options for your single night in Kansas.
Unterkunft: Camping
40. Tag: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
You're on the southern trail again where the wind comes rushing across the plain as you head to Oklahoma City; the home of cattle, cowboys and some of the wildest nightspots this side of Texas.
Unterkunft: Camping
41-42. Tag: Dallas, Texas
Welcome to Texas, the largest of the ‘Lower 48’ states. Things are bigger in Texas and Dallas is no exception. You'll find several museums, as well as some terrific local steakhouses. The assassination of JFK is obviously one of the darker moments in Dallas' history, and with your free time you may want to check out the John F Kennedy tour featuring the grassy knoll and the infamous 6th floor of the School Book Depository. Dallas also has some great live music so may sure you venture out in the evening.
Optional Activities:
Sixth Floor Museum USD16
Heritage Center USD9
Reunion Tower USD16
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden USD15
Unterkunft: Camping
43. Tag: Carlsbad Caverns Nationalpark, New Mexico
After taking in the stalactites and stalagmites in the Carlsbad Caverns you may be forgiven for thinking that things couldn't get much spookier. At night this area comes alive with bats - millions of bats - that come alive with the setting sun. It’s worth checking out!
Unterkunft: Camping
44-45. Tag: Santa Fe
Moving onto Santa Fe, we soak up the artsy vibe of the oldest US capital city, sat high in the desert foothills. Stroll down Canyon Road where locals are peddling their wares, check out contemporary art galleries and admire the Pueblo Revival architecture, with the noticeable style of earth coloured walls.
Optional Activities:
Meow Wolf USD20
Unterkunft: Camping
46. Tag: Great Sand Dunes Nationalpark, Colorado
As you travel northwards and across the border into Colorado you'll be well aware of the ever-changing scenery that has formed the backbone of your tour. Entering Great Sand Dunes National Park provides yet another chance to immerse yourself in some incredible landscapes. After a spot of sand-surfing and swimming in Medano Creek it's time to spend a night surrounded by snow-capped mountains under a velvet blanket pin-pricked with twinkling stars.
Unterkunft: Camping
47-48. Tag: Rocky Mountain Nationalpark, Colorado
The moment when someone whispers ‘what's that?' is when you know that your wildlife trail has reached its high point. The chance to hike amongst the fantastic formations of the Rocky Mountain National Park has to be up there with the best of them! Spending two days exploring and keeping your eyes peeled for eagles, elk and bear is definitely an experience to savour.
Unterkunft: Camping
49-50. Tag: Mount Rushmore
Check out the views as you travel further north through Nebraska and into South Dakota where you'll be treated to a photographic opportunity like no other as you edge ever closer to the chiselled presidential features of Mount Rushmore. Step into the shadows of Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt and Lincoln prior to paying your respects to another heroic icon from American history, Crazy Horse, who also has a mountain memorial carved in his honour.
Unterkunft: Camping
51. Tag: Theodore Roosevelt Nationalpark, North Dakota
Next up, explore Theodore Roosevelt National Park. If you're starting to get into your birdwatching you'll have around 200 species to look out for including grouse, eagles and wild turkeys.
Unterkunft: Camping
52. Tag: Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, Montana
As you start your journey heading west out of North Dakota and into Montana you'll no doubt be discovering more about America's often brutal past and nowhere has this been immortalised more than the place of Custer's Last Stand at the Battle of Little Bighorn. The national monument is a shrine to the Sioux and Cheyenne Native American struggle to survive in an ever-changing world and will no doubt give you the chance to reflect as you pay your respects.
Unterkunft: Camping
53-54. Tag: Yellowstone Nationalpark, Wyoming
Make sure you keep your eye on your picnic baskets as you head into Yogi country and the awesome range of experiences that abound in one of the best-loved national parks on the planet, Yellowstone. Spurting geysers, grazing buffalo, star-filled nights and no end of wildlife peeping out from lush green forest and valley trails, will make the next two days incredibly special, so enjoy every minute of it!
Unterkunft: Camping
55. Tag: Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho
The solidified lava flows at Craters of the Moon are the closest thing you'll get to a real lunar landscape. Explore the cinder cones and caves and appreciate this surreal experience that you'll no doubt remember for many moons to come.
Unterkunft: Camping
56. Tag: Salt Lake City, Utah
Temples, museums, heritage parks and hip-hop clubs can be all found in Salt Lake City, the Mormon capital of the world. For your evening’s entertainment, et the gang together for a night at the drive-in cinema. If you fancy a bit of a hop-on/hop-off sightseeing then the Salt Lake Connect Pass is the way to go.
Optional Activities:
Mormon History Museum Free
Drive-in movie USD9
Salt Lake Connect Pass (full day) USD32
Unterkunft: Camping
57-58. Tag: Arches Nationalpark - Dead Horse Point, Utah
Photography students take note: if you're searching for a sandstone archway juxtaposed against an infinite blue sky you'll find plenty of that here - you won't know where to point your camera first! Arches National Park not only contains more than 2000 natural archways but it's also considered to be America's ultimate adventure playground with mountain biking, hummer safaris and canyon trekking all considered epic fun in the sun. Add in the Tower of Babel, the Organ, Delicate Arch and Dead Horse Point State Park - it's no wonder that Moab is Utah's inspirational adventure capital.
Optional Activities:
Mountain biking USD100
Float trip on the Colorado River USD60-91
Extreme off-road hummer tour USD90-100
Unterkunft: Camping
59. Tag: Monument Valley, Utah
More movie moments arise today as you hit the trail into Monument Valley and those legendary landscapes that have formed the backdrop to a whole host of Westerns. Optional 4x4 tours with a Native Navajo guide will take you deep into the heart of the valley where you'll discover the sandstone formations and vast stretches of canyon that have long been the spiritual home of the Navajo Nation.
Optional Activities:
Navajo guided 4x4 tour (day) USD55
Unterkunft: Camping
60-61. Tag: Grand Canyon Nationalpark, Arizona
Undoubtedly the highlight of any trip to Arizona, Grand Canyon National Park is simply a breathtaking experience that you'll want to enjoy again and again. Optional helicopter rides take you swooping through the valleys and buzzing over the river far below. No matter how you decide to spend your time, the sunset on your first day will prove to be another moment that'll leave you speechless. If your first day was spent looking down then the next day should all be about delving into the depths of the canyon from the Bright Angel Trail to Plateau Point. The views of the epic Colorado River have never looked so grand!
Optional Activities:
Helicopter flight USD254-284
IMAX Theater USD15
Unterkunft: Camping
62-63. Tag: Route 66 & Las Vegas, Nevada
There are road trips and then there's a journey down the infamous Route 66. As you leave Arizona behind and head west into Nevada you'll get that tingling feeling that something special is just around the bend. After a cheeky stopover in the long-preserved town of Seligman, it's time to hit the slots, soak up the sights and party like you've just been on tour for 67 days, that's right - you're in Vegas, baby! The Strip, the Fremont Street Experience, the Bellagio Fountains and a couple of nights in a hotel - is there any reason not to get excited? We’ll even throw in a party bus - the ultimate way to experience The Strip!
Optional Activities:
Clubs & casino shows from USD10
Helicopter flight USD124
Roller coasters USD25-40
Get married in Las Vegas (not legally binding) USD220
Unterkunft: Standard-Hotel
64-65. Tag: Los Angeles, Kalifornien
So, you've just left `Sin City', where next? Well, there's only one stop on the California trail that's going to top Vegas and that's the movie star-filled boulevards and beaches of LA. Los Angeles presents your first taste of the Pacific Coast with the brash and the beautiful! From Venice Beach and Santa Monica to Mullholland Drive and the Hollywood sign, this is where your tour really gets the VIP treatment.
Unterkunft: Hostel
66. Tag: Santa Barbara
Head away from the bright lights of Hollywood as you continue your Californian leg northwards and onto the prestigious waterfront attractions of Santa Barbara. If you're hoping to chill and watch the world go by over a coffee or sip on some tasty vino from a local vineyard, then you'll find plenty of opportunities to do so in Santa Barbara. There's also almost 700 eateries and a whole host of arts and crafts centres to help you get into the laid-back West Coast vibe, your time here is going to be awesome!
Optional Activities:
Stand-up paddleboarding (2 hr lesson) USD90
Unterkunft: Camping
67. Tag: Monterey
From Santa Barbara, we travel north, making our way to the Big Sur / Monterey area. Unfortunately, we are unable to visit the McWay Falls viewpoint due to a landslide - however we’ll be showing you the best of the area under the Cali sunshine!
Unterkunft: Camping
68-69. Tag: Yosemite Nationalpark
Drive to stunning Yosemite National Park, and get lost in the wilderness for a couple of days. Attempt to put your arms around a Giant Sequoia, dip your toes into the Merced River or simply marvel at the mountains as you hike or bike over some of the lesser-frequented forest trails - it's easy to understand why this is one of America's most treasured national parks. With legendary land features (Half Dome, El Capitan and Cathedral Rocks) as well as some of the world's highest waterfalls (Nevada, Vernal and Yosemite), Yosemite National Park will definitely be one of your road trip highlights!
Optional Activities:
Bike rental USD12-34
Float trip on the Merced River USD29
Unterkunft: Camping
70-71. Tag: San Francisco
Say goodbye to Yosemite and hello to San Francisco as you reach the epic red arches of the Golden Gate Bridge. With a tour of the famous bridge included, you'll also be treated to an array of classic San Francisco highlights with a free day enabling you to discover Chinatown, Pier 39, Fisherman's Wharf and even the foreboding walls of Alcatraz (make sure you book this well in advance of your tour as spaces fill up fast). Clam chowder, sea lions and cable cars by day, combined with clubs, bars and speakeasys by night - San Francisco is just one of the places that you'll want to return to again and again.
If you are interested in visiting Alcatraz we recommend you book your tickets well in advance direct with Alcatraz Cruises. For this tour you should book your ticket for day 71 (anytime).
Optional Activities:
Cable car ride USD5-13
Bike rental USD8 per hour / USD32 per day
Sunset sailboat cruise USD50
Alcatraz Prison (must be booked in advance with Alcatraz Cruises) USD33-40
Unterkunft: Hostel
72-73. Tag: Redwood Nationalpark
Hopefully you've saved room on your camera for a few more shots of California's giants as over the next couple of days you're going to be gazing skywards as you enter the realm of the tallest trees on the planet, the Giant Redwoods. Infinite prairies, sublime coastline and rushing river trails - there's going to be much more to Redwood National Park than you may have first imagined.
Unterkunft: Camping
74. Tag: Portland, Oregon
Your penultimate day on tour sees you head to Portland where you'll have the chance to recount a few of the many awesome highlights that you've experienced over the past 79 days with your new Trek mates. Portland is one of the coolest cities on the West Coast and the hipster vibes and friendly locals will see that your road trip ends on a high. The micro-breweries and Voodoo Donut shop are yours to indulge in, so make sure you do!
Unterkunft: Camping
75. Tag: Seattle, Washington State
Seattle has one heck of a music scene and with Eddie Vedder ringing in your ears it's one last opportunity to get some souvenirs at the boardwalk empire of Pike Place Market. If you have any camera space left then the Space Needle is always worth a snap however, you may just want to save your last iota of memory for a group shot as your epic trip finally draws to a close.
This tour ends at approximately 17:00 hrs. We can book you post-tour accommodation at our gateway hotel if required. If you are planning to fly tonight, please do not book a flight that departs before 21:00 hrs.
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Tourstil und Teilnehmer
Diese Tour ist speziell für junge, abenteuerlustige und weltoffene Reisende zwischen 18 und 38 konzipiert. Ihr reist in einer kleinen internationalen Gruppe Gleichgesinnter und erkundet zusammen die Höhepunkte der USA und die Attraktionen abseits der Touristenpfade. Ihr seid offen für Neues, flexibel und habt kein Problem damit eine Weile auf Komfort zu verzichten. Anpacken und Mithelfen sind für Euch keine Fremdwörter, Ihr besitzt Teamgeist, seid anderen gegenüber tolerant und aufgeschlossen und der englischen Sprache mächtig. Spaß und Abenteuer stehen bei dieser Reise im Vordergrund. Ihr unternehmt Aktivitäten in der Gruppe, habt aber auch genug Freizeit zur Verfügung, um alleine oder mit euren Mitreisenden neue Orte auf eigene Faust zu entdecken.
Solo Traveller
Etwa 70% der Teilnehmer melden sich allein für diese Reise an. Gerade deswegen sind Erlebnisreisen in kleinen Gruppen bei Alleinreisenden so beliebt, da man schnell in Kontakt mit den Mitreisenden kommt. Außerdem müssen Solo Traveller bei dieser Reise keinen Einzelzimmer-Zuschlag bezahlen - man teilt sich das Zelt oder Zimmer mit einem weiteren Mitreisenden gleichen Geschlechts.
Was erwartet mich auf einer Campingtour in den USA?
Wir haben das Zelten einfach und unkompliziert gestaltet, also mach dir keine Sorgen, wenn du noch nie zuvor gezeltet hast! Wir stellen dir die komplette Campingausrüstung zur Verfügung, einschließlich Zelte, Schaumstoff-Schlafmatten (10 mm dick), Kühlbehälter für Lebensmittel, Campinglampen, Kocher und weiteres Campingzubehör. Das Einzige, was du mitbringen musst, ist ein Schlafsack und ein Kissen. Wenn du auf einer langen Reise unterwegs bist oder etwas mehr Komfort bevorzugst, empfehlen wir dir, zusätzlich eine selbstaufblasende Matratze, wie beispielsweise eine Therm-a-Rest, mitzubringen. Die hochwertigen Zelte lassen sich sehr einfach selbst auf- und abbauen und dein Reiseleiter wird dir zu Beginn der Reise zeigen, wie das funktioniert. Die Zelte sind geräumig und bieten genug Platz für zwei Personen und das Gepäck.
Viele Campingplätze befinden sich in einer atemberaubenden Umgebung. Wenn wir in der Nähe von größeren Städten campen, haben die meisten Campingplätze typischerweise vollständige Einrichtungen wie Duschen (einige Campingplätze berechnen USD1-3 für heiße Duschen), Geschäfte, Waschsalons und manchmal sogar Swimmingpools. Praktisch alle Nationalpark-Campingplätze haben kostenpflichtige Duschen, Spültoiletten und eine einfache Ausstattung. Gelegentlich übernachten wir in abgelegeneren Gebieten, wo die atemberaubende Umgebung die nur sehr einfachen Einrichtungen schnell vergessen lässt. Bei den meisten Campingreisen werden einige Nächte in preiswerten Hotels oder Hostels verbracht, in der Regel in den Städten. Die Unterbringung erfolgt dabei entweder in Mehrbett- oder Doppelzimmern. Bei bestimmten Reisen werden wir auch mal in Hütten, auf Ranches oder in einem traditionellen Navajo-Hogan übernachten.
Mithilfe
Ein wesentlicher Bestandteil jeder Campingtour ist die aktive Unterstützung jedes Teilnehmers bei den täglichen anfallenden Arbeiten im Camp. Unter Anleitung deines Reiseleiters und unter Verwendung der gesamten Campingausrüstung macht der Teamgeist die Arbeit einfach und angenehm. Vom Auf- und Abbau der Zelte, dem Be- und Entladen des Fahrzeugs bis hin zum Einkaufen und der Zubereitung der Mahlzeiten bist du Teil des Teams.
Wie funktioniert das Food Kitty auf Camping-Touren?
Auf den Campingtouren beteiligt sich jeder in der Gruppe an der Zubereitung der Mahlzeiten. Das Food Kitty in den USA und Kanada wurde entwickelt, um dir Geld zu sparen. Eine Gemeinschaftskasse reduziert die Kosten für jeden Mitreisenden, denn dadurch können günstigere Großpackungen und auch höherwertige Lebensmittel eingekauft werden, da die Kosten geteilt werden. Das Food Kitty wird von deinem Reiseleiter zu Beginn der Tour in bar eingesammelt. Bei längeren Reisen kann das Food Kitty auch in mehreren Teilbeträgen eingesammelt werden. Lebensmittel, mit Ausnahme von Softdrinks und Alkohol, werden von der Gemeinschaftskasse gekauft, und jedes Mitglied der Gruppe bezahlt USD10 (USA Festland), USD15 (Hawaii und Alaska) bzw. CAD15 (Kanada) pro Tag. Dies umfasst drei Mahlzeiten an den meisten Tagen während des Campings. Es werden unterwegs frische Lebensmittel eingekauft und die Speisen werden so gewählt, dass sie den internationalen Geschmack der Gruppe treffen.
Die Essenskasse kommt nicht für die Verpflegung an Hotelübernachtungstagen zur Anwendung. An diesen Tagen probieren wir die regionale Küche in lokalen Restaurants und jeder zahlt dann selbst für sein Essen.
Fahrzeug
Alle Fahrzeuge sind mit Klimaanlage und sehr guten Stereoanlagen ausgestattet um Euch während der Fahrt größtmöglichen Komfort und Spaß zu ermöglichen. Das Gepäck und die Ausrüstung werden in einem speziellen Anhänger oder in extra dafür vorgesehenen Stauraum untergebracht. Die Gruppe hat so die Möglichkeit, sich mit ausreichend Proviant einzudecken, um sich selbst zu versorgen und dadurch auch entlegene Ecken der USA zu erforschen.
Free Wi-Fi
Ihr könnt während der Fahrt eure E-Mails checken und auf Facebook oder Twitter posten, denn die Fahrzeuge sind mit Wi-Fi ausgestattet. Bei Reisen innerhalb des US-amerikanischen Festlandes (außer Alaska und Hawaii) sind die Touring-Vans mit kostenlosem WLAN ausgestattet. Wi-Fi unterliegt einem festgelegten Datenkontingent pro Teilnehmer, dass für den normalen Gebrauch ausreichend ist. Es wird eine faire Nutzungsrichtlinie verfolgt, um sicherzustellen, dass jeder Teilnehmer einen gleichberechtigten Wi-Fi Zugang hat, was bedeutet, dass keine Filme/Musik gestreamt oder große Dokumente hoch- oder heruntergeladen werden dürfen. Es können nur fünf Personen gleichzeitig mit dem WLAN verbunden sein. In einigen abgelegenen Gebieten ist möglicherweise kein WLAN verfügbar. Die Zahl der WLAN-Hotspots – auch die der kostenlosen – in den USA steigt zunehmend, insbesondere in den Ballungszentren herrscht zwischenzeitlich kein Mangel mehr. Hotels, Campingplätze und Restaurants bieten ihren Gästen diesen Service.
Reiseleiter
Unsere einheimischen Reiseleiter werden dich mit ihrem kenntnisreichen und lebenslustigen Wesen umhauen, und dir mit all ihrer Leidenschaft das wahre Amerika zeigen. Es werden nur die enthusiastischsten und engagiertesten Leute als Reiseleiter ausgewählt, die - bevor sie mit einer Gruppe unterwegs sind - ein professionelles Ausbildungsprogramm absolviert und ausreichend Erfahrung gesammelt haben. Eine großartige Reise hängt vor allem von einem großartigen Reiseleiter ab! Der Trekleiter ist ein Spezialist für Aktiv- und Erlebnisreisen, fährt den Touring-Van, organisiert unterwegs den Reiseablauf und die Aktivitäten, und steht dir als Ansprechpartner mit Rat und Tat zur Seite. So kannst du deine Reise entspannt und stressfrei genießen und bist sicher unterwegs.
Tourbeginn/-ende
Der Treffpunkt ist am ersten Tag um 07:30 Uhr im Tourhotel in Miami. Bitte finde dich rechtzeitig am Treffpunkt ein. Die Tour endet gegen 17 Uhr am letzten Tag in Seattle. Genauere Infos zu Tourbeginn und -ende findet Ihr in euren Reiseunterlagen.
Hinweis
Bitte beachte, dass dies eine Kombinationstour ist und sich die Gruppenzusammensetzung oder der Guide während der Tour ändern können.