Across America - COTA Holiday Packages

HOLIDAYS
Across America
Broadway • Niagara Falls • Mt Rushmore
Statue of Liberty • Yellowstone National Park
Las Vegas • Grand Canyon • Hollywood
25
days
$6950 per person twin share
departing Friday 9 September 2016
moderate pace
mn
1300 1500 50
www.cotaholidays.com.au
NEW YORK TO HOLLYWOOD TOUR
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Return airfares & current taxes from Adelaide
All transfers within United States
Ensuite accommodation, hotel taxes, service charges & tips for baggage handling
Private, deluxe air-conditioned motor coach while touring
Professional Tour Guide and Coach Driver; Local guide for city sightseeing in New York and Washington DC
Highlights
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Broadway, Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, City Hall, Wall Street, Trinity Church (New York)
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Dutch Country
Washington DC including Capitol Hill, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument & Arlington National Cemetary
Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise
Susquehanna River, Eau Claire on the Chippewa River, St Paul, Fort Pierre National Grassland
Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore
Sheridan, Big Horn Mountains, Cody, Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, Grand Tetons
Salt Lake City, Bryce National Park & Zion National Park
Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas & Calico Ghost Town
Itinerary
day
1
ADELAIDE - NEW YORK
9 Sep
Depart Adelaide for your flight through to New York. Due to crossing the
international date line you will arrive into New York on the same day. Welcome
to the “Big Apple!” Your Tour Director is on hand late this afternoon to answer
any questions.
Overnight: New York, Skyline Hotel
day
2
NEW YORK SIGHTSEEING
10 Sep
On today’s sightseeing tour, see New York City’s major attractions, including
Broadway, the Empire State Building, Greenwich Village, City Hall, Wall Street,
and Trinity Church. Your afternoon is free.
Overnight: New York, Skyline Hotel
day
3
11 Sep
NEW YORK CITY-PHILADELPHIA-WASHINGTON DC AREA
Head south through New Jersey to Philadelphia, the birthplace of the United
States. During your free time in Philadelphia you might visit Independence Hall,
where the Declaration of Independence and Constitution were signed. On to
Washington DC.
Overnight: Washington DC area, Crowne Plaza Old Town Alexandria
day
4
WASHINGTON DC AREA
12 Sep
See the graves of American heroes, including those of John F. Kennedy and his
brother Robert, in beautiful Arlington National Cemetery. 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, Arlington
National Cemetery, 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, why not visit the Smithsonian museums?
Overnight: Washington DC area, Crowne Plaza Old Town Alexandria
day
5
WASHINGTON DC-NIAGARA FALLS
13 Sep
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.
Overnight: Niagara Falls, Best Western Plus Normandy Inn
day
6
NIAGARA FALLS-DEARBORN AREA
14 Sep
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. NOTE:
Operation of the Niagara Falls sightseeing cruise is subject to favourable
weather and/or river conditions. If unfavourable conditions exist, a walking tour
of the scenic tunnels will be substituted.
Overnight: Dearborn Area, Best Western Greenfield Inn
day
7
DEARBORN AREA-CHICAGO
15 Sep
Begin the day with a visit to the HENRY FORD MUSEUM. Don’t miss the
“Automobile in American Life” exhibit. Reach Chicago, America’s third-largest
city, in the late afternoon. City sightseeing includes all the major landmarks of
the “Windy City.”
Overnight: Chicago, Best Western Grant Park
day
8
CHICAGO 16 Sep Today is free for independent activities. Perhaps take an optional cruise on Lake
Michigan and through the locks of the Chicago River. As the evening is free, join
the optional outing for a delicious dinner at a Chicago restaurant, followed by
spectacular views of the city from atop the Willis Tower, formally known as the
Sears Tower.
Overnight: Chicago, Best Western Grant Park
day
9
CHICAGO-WISCONSIN DELLS- MINNEAPOLIS
17 Sep
Enter Wisconsin with a leisurely break in pretty Wisconsin Dells-a popular spot
for photographers. Next, Minnesota-the “Land of 10,000 Lakes.” A short city
sightseeing tour of the bustling downtown area of Minneapolis before arriving
at the famous Mall of America in Bloomington, the largest shopping mall in the
United States.
Overnight: Minneapolis, Best Western Plus Normandy Inn
day
10
MINNEAPOLIS-PIERRE
18 Sep
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. Overnight in Pierre, the state’s capital.
Overnight: Pierre, Kings Inn Hotel & Conference Centre
day
11
PIERRE-BADLANDS NP- MOUNT RUSHMORE-KEYSTONE
19 Sep
First, a drive through Fort Pierre National Grassland to see 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 colourful 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.
Overnight: Keystone, Mt. Rushmore White House Resort
day
12
KEYSTONE-CODY
20 Sep
Head through the rich, mountainous country to Buffalo, where open-range
cattle kings made war on the sheep ranchers of the 1880s. Drive past
Sheridan, the scene of many fierce battles between the U.S. Cavalry and the
Sioux, Cheyenne, and Crow Indians. Then, climb over the Bighorn Mountains
en route to the overnight stop in Buffalo Bill’s frontier town of Cody.
Overnight: Cody, Buffalo Bill Village
day
13
CODY-YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
21 Sep
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.
Overnight: West Yellowstone, Brandin’ Iron Inn
day
14
YELLOWSTONE NP- GRAND TETON NP -JACKSON
22 Sep
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. Head south into magnificent GRAND
TETON NATIONAL PARK, one of America’s last preserves of wild solitude. Its
13,770-foot-high ridges are crested with snow most of the year. Stroll along
the shores of beautiful glacierfed Jenny Lake before ending the day in the Wild
West town of Jackson with its wooden sidewalks and swing-oor saloons. This
evening, join an optional barbecue cookout and Wild West show.
Overnight: Jackson, Painted Buffalo Inn
day
15
JACKSON
23 Sep
Time to relax in Jackson, or how about joining a scenic trip down the Snake
River? Enjoy an 8-mile float trip that begins at Pritchard Creek and travels
past the nesting areas of both bald eagles and ospreys. Later, the afternoon
is free in Jackson to explore the shops and museums of historic downtown.
This evening, maybe stroll along the oldtime boardwalks downtown and enjoy
supper at one of the swing-door saloons.
Overnight: Jackson, Painted Buffalo Inn
day
16
JACKSON-SALT LAKE CITY
24 Sep
Today, leave Jackson and drive to Salt Lake City, Utah’s vibrant capital. Set
on the edge of Great Salt Lake Desert, this centre of the Mormon religion is
where Brigham Young declared to his followers, “This is the place.” An included
sightseeing tour shows you the capital of Utah, including Temple Square, the
adjacent tabernacle, and the Beehive House.
Overnight: Salt Lake City, Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites
day
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SALT LAKE CITY-BRYCE CANYON NP-CEDAR CITY
25 Sep
Through the sagebrush landscape of southern Utah to BRYCE CANYON
NATIONAL PARK with its breathtaking sandstone and limestone cliffs and everchanging colours. Head west through Dixie National Forest to Cedar City for
your overnight.
Overnight: Cedar City, Best Western Plus Town & Country Inn
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CEDAR CITY-ZION NP- GRAND CANYON NP 26 Sep
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 GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, where you’ll marvel at the
stunning views of the flame-coloured walls plunging 4,800 feet into the
Colorado River. The evening is free.
Overnight: Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon National Park
Lodges
day
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GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK-LAS VEGAS
27 Sep
Head to the unique phenomenon of Las Vegas, where today’s fortune hunters
try their luck at the 24-hour gambling tables of the “Strip.” The afternoon is at
leisure so you can explore the casinos.
Overnight: Las Vegas, Harrah’s Hotel
day
20
LAS VEGAS
28 Sep
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.
Overnight: Las Vegas, Harrah’s Hotel
day
21
LAS VEGAS-CALICO-LOS ANGELES
29 Sep
Into California today with a stop at CALICO GHOST TOWN to relive the wild,
tough days when miners struck it rich. Through the Mojave Desert and over the
San Gabriel Mountains to Los Angeles.
Overnight: Los Angeles, LA Hotel Downtown
day
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LOS ANGELES 30 Sep
Start the day with a sightseeing tour of the world’s “Capital of Glamour.” You’ll
drive to Hollywood, see the footprints of the stars at the TCL Chinese Theatre,
and famous Hollywood Bowl. Then, on to elegant Beverly
Hills followed by a drive down Sunset Strip. Suggestion for this afternoon is an
optional excursion to Universal Studios.
Overnight: Los Angeles, LA Hotel Downtown
day
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LOS ANGELES – EVENING DEPARTURE FLIGHT
1 Oct
Transfer to Los Angeles Airport for your departure flight back to Adelaide.
day
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IN TRANSIT
2 Oct
Enjoy the comfort of the inflight meals and entertainment during your flight.
day
25
ARRIVE AUSTRALIA AND YOUR HOME PORT
3 Oct
Arrive into Adelaide after a wonderful holiday!
BOOKING CONDITIONS
DEPOSIT
HOTELS & ACCOMMODATION
AMENDMENTS
An initial deposit of $500 per
person is due within 5 days of
confirmation. A booking form is
requiredto be completed at time
of booking and will be provided by
your travel consultant. A secondary
deposit of $2500 per person is due
by 15th December 2015. A copy
of your passport is required for all
bookings to the United States.
The hotels listed are intended to be used
on all departures; however hotels are
not guaranteed. Holiday Wonders and
Cosmos reserves the right to substitute
other hotels than those listed on the
itinerary pages. If a change becomes
necessary for any reason, the hotel
substituted will be of equivalent or higher
quality to those shown. No refunds are
provided for hotel changes.
Holiday Wonders reserves the right
to make changes to this itinerary
at any time without notice. Your
package is fully changeable at any
time until final payment at a fee of
$200 per person per change,
this is in addition to any airline and
supplier charges.
FINAL PAYMENT
The final balance of your holiday is
due no later than 1st May 2016.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
Travel insurance is highly recommended
to cover you for medical, cancellation and
luggage. It is highly advisable to take out
PRICES
insurance at time of deposit as deposits
Based on twin share. Prices include are non-refundable and to
cover your money for any unforeseen
return economy airfares from
Adelaide and current taxes. Airfare cancellations. It will also cover you for
prices are based on earlybird fares Medical, emergency evacuation,
luggage and much more while you are
and are subject to availability at
overseas. Please ask your consultant for
time of booking. Once earlybird
more information.
fares sell out, an additional
Please also remember that Holiday
surcharge may be required. Airline
Wonders is an agent for our insurance
Taxes are variable and subject
companies and we are not
to change. Prices are correct at
authorized to make comments or
time of printing and are subject to
recommendations on your insurance. It is
availability, supplier and currency
your responsibility to ensure you
fluctuations at any time until full
have adequate cover for any pre-existing
payment is made.
ailments.
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
CANCELLATIONS
Single rooms are available at an
Deposits are non refundable at all times
additional cost of $2176.
after payment.
For cancellations made after final
payment on 1st May 2016, 100%
cancellation fee applies.
COTA Holidays partner with licensed travel operator
TTA150304
PAYMENTS
Accepted methods of payment
are: direct transfer, cash, cheque,
MasterCard, Visa, Amex and
Diners. Please note that payments
made via Visa and MasterCard will
attract a 1.5% merchant fee and
Amex
and Diners will attract a 3%
merchant fee. If you choose to
make your payment via cheque or
direct transfer please allow at least
3 working days for the payment
to clear in our account. If money
is not received by our office within
the specified time frame your
reservation may be cancelled.