Trans-American Adventure
24 Days Starting in New York, NY, USA and ending in Los Angeles, CA, USA
Visiting: New York, Philadelphia, Washington, Niagara Falls, Dearborn, Chicago, Madison, Minneapolis, Mall of America®, Mitchell, Oacoma, Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Custer, Cody, Yellowstone National Park, West Yellowstone, Jackson Hole, Salt Lake City, Bryce Canyon National Park, Cedar City, Zion National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas, Los Angeles
Tour operator:
Tour code:
8800-2024
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 43
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Trip Styles:
Interests:
From:
$5587
$4836 (USD)
Operator discount: -$614
The Big ADVENTURE Sale: -$137
-13%
Tour Overview
Take a trip across America from sea to shining sea on a 24-day adventure to discover many of the iconic destinations of the United States. This affordable U.S. vacation begins in the Big Apple of New York City. Enjoy guided sightseeing of NYC’s famous attractions—Broadway, the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, Chinatown, Wall Street, and more. From New York, travel to the birthplace of Independence—Philadelphia, then to Washington DC, the nation’s capital.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : New York City
Location: New York
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: New Yorker, A Wyndham Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
Welcome to the “Big Apple!” Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer any questions.
Day 2 : New York City
Location: New York
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: New Yorker, A Wyndham Hotel
Meals Included: No Meals
New York City is one of the world’s most exciting cities, buzzing with atmosphere and packed with fascinating sights. On today’s guided sightseeing tour, see the major attractions—Broadway, the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, and the 9/11 Memorial. Your afternoon is free.
Day 3 : New York City,Philadelphia,Washington Dc Area
Location: New York, Philadelphia, Washington
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriot Alexandria West/Mark Center
Meals Included: No Meals
Head south through New Jersey to Philadelphia, the birthplace of the United States. During your free time, perhaps see Independence Hall and visit the Liberty Bell. On to Washington DC.
Day 4 : Washington Dc Area
Location: Washington
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriot Alexandria West/Mark Center
Meals Included: Breakfast
The nation’s capital is a sightseeing treasure trove, and your half-day tour with a Local Guide features Capitol Hill, the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, National WWII Memorial, and other well-known sights. Stop for photos at the White House and Capitol Hill. As the remainder of the day is free, perhaps visit one of the many Smithsonian museums.
Day 5 : Washington Dc,Niagara Falls,Canada
Location: Washington, Niagara Falls
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus Cairn Croft Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
A scenic day as you head north through Pennsylvania Dutch Country, home of the Amish and Mennonite religious sects. Then, along the Susquehanna River to Williamsport, the birthplace of Little League baseball and site of the league’s annual “World Series.” Later, cross the Rainbow Bridge to Canada and arrive at Niagara Falls, Ontario, for your overnight stay.
Day 6 : Niagara Falls,Canada,Dearborn
Location: Niagara Falls, Dearborn
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Greenfield Inn
Meals Included: No Meals
This morning, board your Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise for amazing close-up views from the base of the falls. Then, travel the Niagara Parkway, admiring the sweeping landscapes of this scenic countryside. Head southwest and cross the farmlands and vineyards of Ontario, to Dearborn, a suburb of Detroit. NOTE:Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favorable weather and/or river conditions. If unfavorable conditions exist, a walking tour of the scenic tunnels will be substituted.
Day 7 : Dearborn,Chicago
Location: Dearborn, Chicago
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Courtyard Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Meals Included: Breakfast
Begin the day with a visit to the Henry Ford Museum. Reach Chicago, America’s third-largest city, in the late afternoon. City sightseeing includes all the major landmarks of the “Windy City.”
Day 8 : Chicago
Location: Chicago
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Courtyard Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Meals Included: No Meals
Today is free for independent activities. Perhaps take an optional cruise on Lake Michigan and through the locks of the Chicago River.
Day 9 : Chicago,Madison,Minneapolis
Location: Chicago, Madison, Minneapolis
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus Normandy Inn & Suites
Meals Included: No Meals
First stop today is Madison, a vibrant city situated between two sparkling lakes. A photo stop at the capitol before making our way to Minnesota—the “Land of 10,000 Lakes.”
Day 10 : Minneapolis. Excursion To The Mall Of America
Location: Minneapolis, Mall of America®
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus Normandy Inn & Suites
Meals Included: No Meals
Enjoy an orientation tour of the bustling downtown area of Minneapolis before reaching the Mall of America, the largest shopping mall in the United States, featuring an extensive range of retail shops, restaurants, and entertainment.
Day 11 : Minneapolis,Mitchell,Oacoma
Location: Minneapolis, Mitchell, Oacoma
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Arrowwood Resort & Conf Center At Cedar Shore
Meals Included: No Meals
Into the rich farmlands of South Dakota, homeland of the great Sioux Indian Nation. Stop in Mitchell to see the Corn Palace, a remarkable Moorish-style building where the interior and exterior are covered with designs of corn outlined with grasses and grain. Stay overnight on the shores of the Missouri River in Oacoma.
Day 12 : Oacoma,Badlands National Park,Mount Rushmore,Custer
Location: Oacoma, Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Custer
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: Arrowwood Resort & Conf Center At Cedar Shore
Meals Included: No Meals
First, a drive through the prairie as it once was when only buffalo and the Sioux Indians occupied the land. Next is Badlands National Park, where 37 million years of wind and water have carved a remarkably colorful sight. Then, head into the Black Hills and behold the granite faces of Mount Rushmore, a giant monument to four American presidents—Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Roosevelt.
Day 13 : Custer,Cody
Location: Custer, Cody
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Buffalo Bill Village
Meals Included: Breakfast
Head through the rich, mountainous country where open-range cattle kings made war on the sheep ranchers of the 1880s. See Sheridan and then ascend into the alpine region of the Bighorn Mountains, and site of the Battle of Tongue River. Overnight in Buffalo Bill’s frontier town of Cody.
Day 14 : Cody,Yellowstone National Park,West Yellowstone
Location: Cody, Yellowstone National Park, West Yellowstone
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Brandin Iron Inn
Meals Included: No Meals
Travel through Shoshone National Forest to splendid Yellowstone National Park. Follow Grand Loop Road to Artist Point with magnificent views of Yellowstone Canyon and the stupendous Lower Falls, nearly twice the height of Niagara. Yellowstone’s abundant and diverse wildlife are as famous as its geysers. It’s home to hundreds of animal species, including bears, wolves, bison, elk, and antelope. As a visitor to the world’s first national park, you may be lucky enough to encounter some of these amazing creatures in their natural habitat. Overnight in West Yellowstone, gateway to the geysers of Yellowstone National Park.
Day 15 : West Yellowstone. Day Excursion To Yellowstone National Park
Location: West Yellowstone, Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Brandin Iron Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, return to Yellowstone National Park and visit the bubbling mud paint pots, the reliable “blow” of Old Faithful, Yellowstone’s great geyser, and West Thumb Geyser Basin. Return to West Yellowstone and explore on your own.
Day 16 : West Yellowstone,Jackson
Location: West Yellowstone, Jackson Hole
Accommodation: Mountain Modern Motel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel south through Idaho and into the Wild West town of Jackson. The afternoon and evening are free to explore the shops and art galleries of historic downtown. Be sure not to miss Town Square, flanked by massive arches made of elk antlers on each corner!
Day 17 : Jackson,Salt Lake City
Location: Jackson Hole, Salt Lake City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Crystal Inn & Suites
Meals Included: No Meals
Today, drive to Salt Lake City, Utah’s vibrant capital. Set on the edge of Great Salt Lake Desert, this center of the Mormon religion is where Brigham Young declared to his followers, “This is the place.” An included orientation tour shows you the Capitol Building, the Tabernacle, and other city highlights.
Day 18 : Salt Lake City,Bryce Canyon National Park,Cedar City
Location: Salt Lake City, Bryce Canyon National Park, Cedar City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Town & Country Inn
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel through the sagebrush landscape of southern Utah to Bryce Canyon National Park with its breathtaking sandstone and limestone cliffs, unique formations called hoodoos, and ever-changing colors. Head west through Dixie National Forest to Cedar City for your overnight.
Day 19 : Cedar City,Zion National Park,Grand Canyon National Park
Location: Cedar City, Zion National Park, Grand Canyon National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Grand Canyon North Rim Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
First stop is Zion National Park, a landscape that was carved out by rushing streams over a period of a million years. Through Kaibab National Forest to the less visited North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park, where you’ll marvel at the stunning views of the flame-colored walls plunging 4,800 feet into the Colorado River. The evening is free.
Day 20 : Grand Canyon National Park,Las Vegas
Location: Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sahara Las Vegas
Meals Included: No Meals
Head to the unique phenomenon of Las Vegas, where today’s fortune hunters try their luck at the 24-hour gambling tables and slots. An orientation tour upon arrival shows off many of the themed casino resorts along the colorful “Strip.” Tonight, perhaps take a walk down the Strip and be amazed by the flashing lights and variety of nightlife.
Day 21 : Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sahara Las Vegas
Meals Included: No Meals
A free day to explore Las Vegas. Your Tour Director can arrange an optional excursion to the Hoover Dam and will have suggestions for the best shows to see this evening.
Day 22 : Las Vegas,Los Angeles
Location: Las Vegas, Los Angeles
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Westin Bonaventure
Meals Included: No Meals
Travel through the Mojave Desert and over the San Gabriel Mountains to America’s second largest city, Los Angeles.
Day 23 : Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Westin Bonaventure
Meals Included: No Meals
Start the day with a sightseeing tour of Tinseltown. You’ll drive to Hollywood and see the footprints of the glamourous stars at the TCL Chinese Theatre, and famous Dolby Theater, home of the Oscars. Then, on to elegant Beverly Hills followed by a drive down the Sunset Strip. The rest of your afternoon and evening are free. Perhaps take an optional excursion to Warner Brothers Studio for a behind-the-scenes look at movie making.
Day 24 : Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles
Meals Included: No Meals
Your vacation ends this morning. You may choose to extend your vacation with extra nights and explore L.A. further.
What's Included
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Meals
As detailed in the itinerary
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Fully Guided
What's Not Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
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Country Entry Visas
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Tipping and Gratuities
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International Travel
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Internal Flights
Only applicable on tours featuring internal / on tour / intra-vacation flights
UNESCO Sites
Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation
New Yorker, a Wyndham Hotel
This historic 43-story art deco hotel first opened its doors in 1930. A midtown icon, famous citywide for the red block lettering on its facade. Revel in the newly re-imagined grandeur of this historic hotel.
Sheraton Pentagon City
A environment where you belong is created by the on-site restaurant and fitness facility, With quick access to renowned locations like the Pentagon, Arlington National Cemetery, and the National Mall, you can discover the best of our country's capital.
Days Inn Near the Falls
Days Inn by the Falls is near Skylon Tower and within easy range, including shopping, casinos, golf courses, and one of the world's most incredible natural wonders: Niagara Falls.
Best Western Greenfield Inn
The full-service, pink, Victorian-themed Best Western Greenfield Inn is a local landmark. When you're located halfway between Detroit Metro Airport and downtown Detroit, you can easily slip away to the city for shopping and fine dining.
Courtyard Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile
Located in the heart of Downtown Chicago the Coutryard by Marriott Chicago Downtown/Magnificent Mile has all the comforts of home and more. Enjoy on-site dining or maybe a dip in the pool or explore the city.
Best Western Plus Normandy Inn & Suites
The Best Western Plus Normandy Inn is a mid-rise hotel with modern facilities and traditional comforts. It is centrally located in the downtown area and just eight miles from MSP airport. All rooms are freshly redesigned and offer unexpected features and amenities to ensure your stay will be enjoyable.
Arrowwood Resort & Conf Center at Cedar Shore
With it's stunning views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities. This hotel offers all the modern amenities you would be looking for.
Econolodge of Custer
Nestled in the heart of the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota near all local sites and attractions. We offer free continental breakfast, free Wi-Fi, indoor heated pool, fitness center, public computer and printer. Each room offers a refrigerator, coffee maker, and hairdryer.
Buffalo Bill Village
Located in downtown Cody at the historic Buffalo Bill Village, this hotel features 83 log cabins with a cowboy allure. The amenities include an outdoor pool, an on-site restaurant, and nearby shops.
Brandin Iron Inn
The hotel is located just two blocks from Yellowstone National Park and within walking distance to shops and restaurants. It has a hot tub, guest laundry and excursion desk and features a restaurant, lounge, room service, fitness center, and Internet access.
Mountain Modern Motel
The Painted Buffalo Inn stands out among Jackson for its first class service and ideal location. The hotel has an indoor pool, sauna, restaurant, and gift shop. Accommodations are spacious and relaxing and feature cable TV, a coffeemaker and Internet access.
Crystal Inn & Suites
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites is conveniently located in downtown Salt Lake City, just one mile from Historic Temple Square and near a variety of restaurants and nightlife. Enjoy the unlimited shopping at the new City Creek Center, the Gateway and Trolley Square mall. The hotel has large rooms with microwaves and refrigerators in addition to standard amenities. Enjoy high speed internet access and breakfast daily.
Best Western Town & Country Inn
The Best Western Plus Town & Country Inn in Cedar City is close to national parks, recreational areas, and Southern Utah University. Guests are welcome to unwind by the outdoor or indoor heated pool and enjoy the rustic lobby space.
Grand Canyon North Rim Lodge
The Grand Canyon Lodge at the North Rim is located on lesser visited side of the Grand Canyon; the North Rim. At the North rim you find the perfect balance of marvel and creature comforts.
Sahara Las Vegas
SLS Las Vegas features over 1,300 guestrooms in two distinct hotel towers—Story and World™—each with a unique personality, designed to offer contemporary and stylish settings for an amazing Las Vegas resort getaway! The hotel features multiple restaurants, casino, outdoor pool, a spa and shopping.
Westin Bonaventure
Stunning downtown hotel comprising 5 glass towers and a 6 story atrium lobby with fountains. Facilities include an outdoor pool, health club, spa and on site shopping mall. Dining faciilities include a lobby bar and bistro restaurant - The Lakeview Bistro - and a famous steakhouse on the 35th floor - LA Prime - which offers spectacular views of the downtown area. On the 34th floor is a revolving lounge and restaurant - the Bona Vista Lounge
Check out our Q&As
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, 5 years or above
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes
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What is the maximum group size?
Usually max 43 people
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
As detailed in the itinerary
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1961
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Cosmos is committed to minimizing our impact on the environment and to reducing dependence on non-renewable resources. In this endeavor, we have implemented policies to support this mission and are working carefully to enhance our products with this mission and our values combined. We are committed to complying with all relevant legislation and/or regulations.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
All guests are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 for travel through February, 2023. Beginning March 1, 2023, while we highly recommend vaccination, we will no longer require it. We ask all guests to comply with airline and destination requirements, which still may apply. To check your destination requirements for your travel dates, view the Latest Travel & Health Restrictions for Travel.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of cosmos charges.
Up to 65 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 64 days before tour starts: Forfeit 20% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 30% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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