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USA
FAMILY
GROUP TRIPS
Into the Wild West
Ref: FAS (2008 season)
USA
14 DAYS HOTELS/Camping - CANYONS, LAKES & DESERTS
Introduction
The high plains, deserts, lakes and canyons of Arizona and Utah
offer some of the most outstanding scenery anywhere on the planet.
We visit the Navajo Reservation at Monument Valley, camp under the
stars and gaze into the breathtaking depths of the Grand Canyon.
Besides exploring the finest of the USA's national parks, there's
also time to try our hand at horseriding, raft down rivers beneath
thousand-foot-high cliffs or take an exhilarating speedboat across
Lake Powell.
Tour information
LAS VEGAS, ROUTE 66 & THE GRAND CANYON
After enjoying a laidback day in Las Vegas - the ultimate playground
for all the family, our adventure starts in earnest as we strike
into the desert. Crossing the Hoover Dam, we drive along the legendary
Route 66 to stay in a typical motel in Williams. From here the Grand
Canyon is a short drive away - but nothing can prepare you for the
jaw-dropping view as you reach the edge of the precipice. There
are easy day walks along the edge of the canyon, or - for the ultimate
thrill - why not take a helicopter across the abyss?
LAKE POWELL & NAVAJO RESERVATION
There is time at Lake Powell to take speedboats, jet ski or explore
the mysterious Antelope Canyon. Boarding our jeeps, we then drive
into the Navajo reservation at Monument Valley - its eroded tabletop
mountains silhouetted against the sky have been a film maker's favourite
location for decades. Here we have a Navajo guide who will introduce
us to the history and folklore of the native people.
UTTERLY UTAH
Crossing the Colorado River, we travel into what was once considered
the USA's most inhospitable land. Here the European settlers struggled
to survive against the harsh environment and it is here that we
explore on foot the surreal wind-eroded landscapes of Bryce Canyon
(with a chance to saddle-up at one of the nearby ranches). Zion
National Park is a complete contrast: desert is replaced by water,
and an immense river-carved gorge with cliffs standing thousands
of feet high, frames the rock pools and waterfalls of the valley
below.
Itinerary
1 Fly London/Las Vegas.
2 In Las Vegas, explore The Strip.
3 Cross Hoover Dam and drive along Route 66 to Williams.
4 Drive to Grand Canyon, optional walks and helicopter overflight.
5 At Grand Canyon, drive to Lake Powell, optional water sports.
6 Drive to Monument Valley, jeep into Navajo Reservation.
7 Drive to Capitol Reef NP.
8 Drive to Bryce Canyon NP.
9 On foot in Bryce Canyon, optional horseriding, rodeo.
10 Drive to Zion NP, explore waterfalls.
11 In Zion, optional walks and activities.
12 Drive Las Vegas.
13 Fly London.
14 Arrive London.
Accommodation and Meals
4nts hotel, 1nt motel, 2nts teepee, 5nts camping; 5 breakfasts,
3 lunches & 5 dinners included.
Transport
Maxiwagon/Jeep/On foot.
Comments
An excellent introduction to America's 'Great Outdoors'. All cooking
is undertaken by our tour leader, but camp duties are shared between
the group. Walks are all optional (but recommended!) If you wish
to have sleeping bags provided locally, please let us know when
booking your holiday (at an additional cost).
Group Size
Approx. 9 to 12.
Tour Staff
Explore Leader/driver.
Minimum Age
5 years.
Swimming
Some hotels and some of the campsites have pools - see trip dossier
for details.
Dates and Prices
Depart | Return | Price | Sun, 10th Aug 08 | Sat, 23rd Aug 08 | £1,827 | Sun, 17th Aug 08 | Sat, 30th Aug 08 | £1,827 | Sun, 12th Jul 09 | Sat, 25th Jul 09 | £1,827 | Sun, 19th Jul 09 | Sat, 1st Aug 09 | £1,825 | Sun, 26th Jul 09 | Sat, 8th Aug 09 | £1,825 | Sun, 2nd Aug 09 | Sat, 15th Aug 09 | £1,825 | Sun, 9th Aug 09 | Sat, 22nd Aug 09 | £1,825 | Sun, 16th Aug 09 | Sat, 29th Aug 09 | £1,825 | Sun, 23rd Aug 09 | Sat, 5th Sep 09 | £1,825 | updated: 07/08/08 19:09:24. |
New England Explorer
10 Days
Ref: FUNE
Go whale-watching
Explore beautiful Cape Cod & Martha's Vineyard
Cycle, kayak & explore on foot
This trip delves into New England's past as well as enjoying the
great outdoors. You'll walk the Freedom Trail in Boston, learning
about the American Revolution, before taking the ferry to Cape Cod.
Explore the dunes and play on the beach and then board Zodiacs for
some whalewatching off the coast. Seeing these majestic giants nuzzle
alongside your boat is fantastic. There'll be time to see 'gingerbread
cottages' on the picturesque island of Martha's Vineyard as well
as a chance to cycle, kayak or sail.
Itinerary
Day 1. Fly to Boston
Day 2. Boston
Boston; walk the Freedom Trail.
Day 3. Provincetown & Cape Cod
Ferry to Provincetown. Explore then drive to Cape Cod.
Day 4. Cape Cod
Cape Cod. Beach games & whalewatching.
Day 5/6. Martha's Vineyard
Drive & ferry to Martha's Vineyard, explore on foot; optional
kayaking, tallship sailing, riding.
Day 7. Sandwich
Drive to Sandwich, cycling.
Day 8. Boston
Return to Boston, free day.
Day 9/10. Overnight flight to London
Is it right for your family?
A fairly relaxed trip with a mix of hotels and camping. All camp
equipment (3-person tents for two people, inflatable mattresses
and cooking/eating utensils) is provided but please bring a sleeping
bag (3-season). Travel is by 15-seat mini-van with roofrack, CD
and cool-box.
Dates and Prices
Depart | Return | Price | updated: 02/07/08 18:37:25. |
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The family trips are designed to appeal to
children with lots of varied activities. There are usually
4 - 6 families and they work well for single parents. Many
of the groups have special teenage dates, so please ask
for these.
All prices include air fares from London.
Footloose can book these trips for
you, at no extra cost, and give you the benefit of our personal
advice and service. We can also organise different flights
and add-on excursions.
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