Historic Route 66
Historic Route 66
Historic Route 66
17 Days Starting in Chicago, IL, USA and ending in Los Angeles, CA, USA
Visiting: Chicago, Springfield, St. Louis, Oklahoma City, Amarillo, Albuquerque, Flagstaff, Williams, Kingman, Las Vegas, Redondo Beach, Los Angeles
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TTROU
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Physical rating:
Moderate pace
Age range:
16-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact Titan with any specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
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Tour Overview
The spirit of historic Route 66 is ingrained in the American psyche. Nicknamed the ‘Mother Road’ by John Steinbeck, this iconic highway represents America’s ideals of freedom. Our 17-day Route 66 tour from Chicago to LA is both an epic road trip and a journey of discovery through America’s heartland. We’ll take in Oklahoma, St Louis, Amarillo and Albuquerque, plus the Grand Canyon and Petrified Forest national parks. Covering ‘more than two thousand miles all the way’, it’s perfect for fans of retro Americana.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Uk - Chicago
Location: Chicago
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Claridge House, Chicago (3-star)
Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Chicago. On arrival we transfer to our hotel for the next two nights.
Day 2 : Chicago
Location: Chicago
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Claridge House, Chicago (3-star)
A morning tour introduces us to this magnificent city constructed along the shores of Lake Michigan. The afternoon is free to explore the ‘Windy City’ and there’s so much to see, you’ll be spoilt for choice. You could join an optional excursion to visit the 360 CHICAGO Observation Deck and take a cruise onto Lake Michigan. If you fancy exploring the city on foot, take a relaxing stroll on the Chicago Riverwalk, a 1.25-mile stretch along the south bank of the Chicago River. Along the way, maybe stop for a drink at one of the many breezy riverside cafés to watch the world go by. There’s also the famous 24.5-acre Millennium Park, where you’ll find the well-known Cloud Gate, perfect for a photo opportunity. For art lovers, a visit to the Art Institute is a must - with thousands of artworks from paintings to photography and textiles. There are also plenty of museums; try out the Museum of Science & Industry or the Field Museum. Before the end of a busy day, be sure to have your photo taken next to the historic Route 66 ‘begin’ sign on Adams Street.
Excursions & visits:
Tour of Chicago (morning)
Day 3 : Springfield
Location: Springfield
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Wyndham Springfield City Centre (3.5-star)
This morning we take our first steps along the ‘Mother Road’. Although the roads have been changed and modernised through the years, our route over the following days still encompasses the Route 66 spirit that has enthralled so many since its inception in 1926. We stop to visit the Route 66 Association of Illinois Hall of Fame & Museum, housing thousands of artefacts and memorabilia on this world-famous road. We continue south to the Springfield area, which President Lincoln called his home for so many years.
Excursions & visits:
Visit to the Route 66 Association of Illinois Hall of Fame & Museum (morning)
Day 4 : Springfield - St Louis
Location: St. Louis
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Drury Inn Union Station, St Louis (3-star)
Spend today learning about the life and legacy of Abraham Lincoln. We’ll visit President Lincoln’s tomb and his home, a National Historic site. We’ll also travel to New Salem, where he lived and worked for six years in the 1830s. This reconstructed village includes houses, shops and a general store, with information imparted by costumed interpreters. We’ll then head for St Louis, where you’ll have the evening free to explore.
Excursions & visits:
Excursion to New Salem, Historic Lincoln’s Tomb and Home (all day)
Day 5 : St Louis
Location: St. Louis
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Drury Inn Union Station, St Louis (3-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we take a trip to the top of the 630ft Gateway Arch, opened in 1965 to honour President Jefferson’s vision of the continental United States. At the top, take in the stunning views stretching up to 30 miles east and west. The rest of the day is free to discover all that St Louis has to offer. Why not take a riverboat cruise along the Mississippi, tour the huge Anheuser-Busch Brewery or take some time to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings of the Botanical Garden.
Excursions & visits:
Gateway Arch experience (morning)
Day 6 : St Louis - Springfield, Mo
Location: Springfield
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Oasis Hotel & Convention Centre (3-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our first stop today is at the Museum of Transportation. Take a few moments to picture yourself driving on a Route 66 road trip in years gone by as you see the large collection of classic motor vehicles, as well as over 20 classic locomotives. Later, we take a tour of the aptly named Fantastic Caverns to view the spectacular cave formations. Tonight we stay in Springfield, Missouri.
Excursions & visits:
Guided tour of the Museum of Transportation (morning)
Vist to Fantastic Caverns (afternoon)
Day 7 : Oklahoma City
Location: Oklahoma City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Skirvin Hotel, Oklahoma City (4-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Departing Springfield, we cross into Kansas and on to the state of Oklahoma and our lunch stop in Tulsa. This afternoon we continue to Oklahoma - a city bursting with fascinating history, where in 1889 tens of thousands of settlers surged forward in the Great Land Run to grab their piece of glory and stake their claim on part of the two million areas of unassigned land opened for settlement. Not surprisingly, Oklahoma City became known as ‘the city born in a single day’. On arrival we take an orientation tour, before checking into our hotel.
Excursions & visits:
Tour of Oklahoma City (afternoon)
Day 8 : Amarillo
Location: Amarillo
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Drury Inn & Suites Amarillo (3-star)
We continue west, leaving the plains of Oklahoma for the oil-rich Texas Panhandle. We take time to view Palo Duro Canyon State Park, second largest in America and where spectacular vistas greet the eye. We continue to Amarillo for our overnight stay. Since it was founded in the 1880s, Amarillo has experienced many things, from civil war battles to the creation of many millionaires from the ‘black gold’ of the area.
Excursions & visits:
Visit to Palo Duro Canyon State Park (afternoon)
Day 9 : Amarillo - Albuquerque
Location: Albuquerque
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Rio Grande, Albuquerque (3-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Just outside Amarillo we catch a glimpse of a strange sight - ten half-buried Cadillacs, tail up in a field, which is said to represent the golden era of the car. Then we’ll head onward to New Mexico, known as ‘the Land of Enchantment’ and Albuquerque, a historic city dating back nearly 300 years. We take a brief orientation tour before checking into our hotel.
Excursions & visits:
Tour of Albuquerque (afternoon)
Day 10 : Albuquerque
Location: Albuquerque
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Rio Grande, Albuquerque (3-star)
Today is free to explore at your leisure. The charming historic Old Town is worthy of exploration with its winding brick pathways, fountains, and an abundance of restaurants where you can try out some New Mexican cuisine. There are also plenty of museums and galleries to discover. If you’re feeling energetic, there are lots of walking trails allowing you to explore further afield.
Day 11 : Flagstaff
Location: Flagstaff
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Little America Hotel, Flagstaff (4-star)
Arizona greets us today as we make a visit to the enchanting Petrified Forest National Park, where quite literally the remnants of an ancient forest have been fossilised, creating an almost otherwordly landscape. Incorporated within the park is the Painted Desert, a vast arid badland scattered with buttes and mesas. We continue west to Flagstaff, a city situated at an elevation of almost 7,000 feet and surrounded by Ponderosa pines and national parks. We’ll stay here for the next two nights.
Excursions & visits:
Visit to Petrified Forest National Park (all day)
Day 12 : Grand Canyon
Location: Flagstaff
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Little America Hotel, Flagstaff (4-star)
Our journey today takes us to a true world wonder - the Grand Canyon. The colossal size is difficult to comprehend, especially as its creator, the mighty Colorado River, is so small in comparison. Most of the day is dedicated to exploring the canyon in different ways. You might choose an unforgettable flight over the canyon in a helicopter or plane, or watch the breathtaking IMAX film to see the canyon from unique perspectives. Or simply enjoy the view from the South Rim viewpoint. After an enchanting day, we return to our hotel at Flagstaff.
Excursions & visits:
Visit to Grand Canyon National Park (all day)
Day 13 : Williams - Kingman - Las Vegas
Location: Williams, Kingman, Las Vegas
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tropicana Las Vegas - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel (4-star)
Our scenic journey today takes us onwards for a brief stop at Williams, a town steeped in Route 66 history. Time to explore before travelling through Hualapai Indian country to Kingman. We continue to Las Vegas.
Day 14 : Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tropicana Las Vegas - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel (4-star)
Enjoy a whole day at leisure to explore the dizzying delights of Las Vegas. Perhaps wander down the famed Strip and watch the Bellagio Fountains, or try your luck in one of the casinos. There are also plenty of shopping opportunities for souvenirs, or you may wish to dine in one of Vegas’ many eateries and simply sit back and relax, enjoying views of this bustling city.
Day 15 : Las Vegas - Santa Monica - Redondo Beach
Location: Redondo Beach
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Sonesta Redondo Beach & Marina (4-star)
Today we continue our journey west to Barstow and stop off for an intriguing visit to Calico ghost town, an old silver mining town. Then, have your camera ready for the journey ahead as we travel through the San Bernardino Mountains and down to Los Angeles. Taking Santa Monica Boulevard to the coast itself and the actual end of the road at the Pacific Ocean, our journey is now complete. For the last night of our adventure, we’ll stay in Redondo Beach.
Excursions & visits:
Visit to Calico ghost town (morning)
Day 16 - 17 : Los Angeles - Uk
Location: Los Angeles
Accommodation: Overnight flight
Today we transfer to the airport for a return flight to the UK. On Day 17, upon arrival, your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.
What's Included
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15 nights in hotels and 1 in flight (accommodation as specified or similar)
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Tours of Chicago, Oklahoma City and Albuquerque
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Entry to New Salem; Fantastic Caverns; Palo Duro Canyon State Park; Petrified Forest National Park; Grand Canyon National Park; Calico ghost town
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Gateway Arch experience
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Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service
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Titan tour manager
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Porterage
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International flights. Prices are based on return flights with British Airways from London Heathrow. Supplements may apply from other airports
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Travel in destination by coach
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Visits to the Route 66 Association of Illinois Hall of Fame & Museum; and Historic Lincoln’s Tomb and Home
What's Not Included
Check out our Q&As
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, please ask for single room prices if the option is not displayed when checking availability
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Are flights included in this tour?
Yes, international flights from the UK with British Airways from London Heathrow
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, all transportation as mentioned in the itinerary as well as door-to-door pick-up in the UK
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes, this is a fully-guided Titan Travel trip
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What currencies are required for this tour?
USD
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Do I have to pay a Single Supplement?
In most cases a single supplement will apply. If the price for a Single room for sole occupancy is not shown, please ask our team for details and we will be able to check the details for you.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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How long has the tour company been trading?
We've been taking our customers across the world on escorted tours for more than 40 years
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Our commitment to sustainable travel is part of our ethos. We love exploring the world and hope that, alongside our customers, we can be part of a bigger change in respecting the people and wildlife on our planet and minimising the impact we have on our environment.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
With some COVID-19 rules and restrictions still in place there are a few details that you need to know. This information is subject to change. It’s your responsibility to monitor changes and ensure you fulfil all relevant criteria for travel. Rest assured that we’re on hand to help and answer any questions you might have.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
You’ll receive your Final holiday documents via email approximately 14 days prior to your departure.
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