Best of USA | 2026
Best of USA | 2026
Best of USA | 2026
13 Days Starting in Los Angeles (CA) and ending in New York City
Visiting: Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, New York City
Tour operator:
Tour code:
TUSA26
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
LA, Vegas, NYC & Miami - you're not just seeing the best of the USA, you're seeing some of the best cities in the world. And you're doing it in the very best way. Dance the night away in Vegas, see beautiful South Beach & shop up a storm on Fifth Avenue.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles
Accommodation: Line Hotel LA
Accommodation Name: Line Hotel LA
Meals Included: Dinner
Hello America! Welcome to the City of Angels. Here you’ll meet the crew and kick off your trip in true A-list Hollywood style with visits to places you’ll recognise from the silver screen. It’s a jam-packed day with so much to see and do - from Melrose to Muscle Beach you’ll be wowed at every stop and your phone will no doubt be full of Instagram worthy pics. Tonight exchange highlights of the day over a delicious feast.
Day 2: Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles
Accommodation: Line Hotel LA
Accommodation Name: Line Hotel LA
Today is all yours to explore the City of Angels - so do feel free to shop, dine and browse the museums to your heart's content. Feeling active, and wanna tick a biggie off your bucket list? This is your lucky day. You'll have the chance to hit the beach and learn how to surf with a qualified instructor. All levels are welcome, from beginners to total pros.
Day 3: Los Angeles To Las Vegas
Location: Los Angeles, Las Vegas
Accommodation: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
Accommodation Name: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
A place of dreams and epic debauchery, this huge man-made entertainment precinct in the middle of the desert is all about total excess. You’ll be blinded by the bright lights and gobsmacked at the thought of all the $$$ running through more than 75 massive casinos. On arrival, enjoy a tour of the famous ‘Strip’, including a stop for pics at the legendary Vegas sign, will show you what’s on offer after dark in this outrageous city.
Day 4: Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Accommodation: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
Accommodation Name: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
Spend the morning lazing by the poolside sipping on recovery cocktails. Or ride an ATV into the Mojave Desert. Or skydiving (indoors). There's so much to do. Plus, this city has some quirkier offerings too, like the Neon Museum and the Atomic Testing Museum.
Day 5: Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Accommodation: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
Accommodation Name: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
Our final day in 'Sin City' is open for you to let loose and enjoy. High roll (or observe from a safe distance) in one of the countless casinos, do some bargain-hunting in the factory outlets, admire the elaborate synchronised fountains of The Bellagio. What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, and we're staying one more night.
Day 6: Las Vegas To Miami
Location: Las Vegas, Miami
Accommodation: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning we trade one hot spot for another as we board our flight to Miami! Get ready for beaches, glamour and excitement. Welcome to Miami, Bienvenido a Miami! We'll swap the bling for beaches today as we touch down in Florida's Southeastern tip. Today's a free day for you to soak up as much of that Florida sunshine and sea as you can. Tomorrow we'll check out the Cuban-influenced downtown and the colourful buildings & white sands of glamorous South Beach.
Day 7: Miami
Location: Miami
Accommodation: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Another day in this eclectic city, and there's SO much to see and do. If you want to take the adrenaline up a notch, why not live out your Miami Vice dreams on a Thriller speedboat tour of the bay? Or you could take a stroll down South Beach and peruse the art deco buildings and bright neon lights, before it's time to explore Miami's iconic club scene.
Day 8: Miami
Location: Miami
Accommodation: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
You’ll discover energetic Miami today with free time to do as you please. This urban tropical paradise is a fabulous place to people watch (or celebrity spot), so head down to Ocean Avenue and drink it all in. Swimming, bike riding tours or museum visits are also on the cards this afternoon. Little Havana is a must see with Cuban flavours to taste, dominoes to be played and salsa music to be danced to. Tonight, get into the nighttime vibes once again, because well, why not?
Day 9: Miami
Location: Miami
Accommodation: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
It’s our last day in Miami, and by now we’re definitely feeling like locals. If you haven’t yet copped yourself a fedora, taken that classic insta pic by a vintage car or seen all the sights you wanted to see, now’s your chance. Let loose on the city’s vintage stores to stock up on souvenirs, or even take the day to get in that all-important tanning sesh - this is our last day in Miami, after all. Tonight, we’ll sip margaritas and swap stories about our highlights, ready for our morning flight the next day.
Day 10: Miami To New York
Location: Miami, New York City
Accommodation: Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
One more Cuban coffee for the road and we’ll bid our farewells to marvellous Miami before jumping on our included flight to the Big Apple
Day 11: Hello Big Apple!
Location: New York City
Accommodation: Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to New York! Today, get up close to one of the world’s most recognisable icons, the Statue of Liberty, then you can take off at your own pace and discover more of the ultimate big city. Get on 2 wheels in a fun optional guided tour and peddle your way through Central Park, New York’s heart and “lungs”. Your Trip Manager knows this popular haunt’s hidden spots and will tell you all about this iconic green space. Otherwise, get familiar with New York’s various flavors and step into its global kitchen. Try some hand made pasta in atmospheric Little Italy, or authentic noodles from a hole-in-the-wall restaurant in bustling Chinatown. Pick up a bagel and some salami from a deli or buy an authentic American hot dog from a street stand.
Day 12: New York City
Location: New York City
Accommodation: Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar)
Another day, another bite of the Big Apple. Soak up the bohemian feel of the former centre point of the folk movement, Greenwich Village. This hub of alternative culture still has a buzzing street life and cute, sidewalk cafes. Take a walk through stylish Soho and check out its hip, funky boutiques, the warehouse district and its trademark iron architecture. Shopping-wise, New York is one of the world’s hottest cities and a leading trend-setter, so get some tips from your Trip Manager on where to go for the latest fashions. Use your free night to head back to your favourite city spot for a cocktail or ask your Trip Manager for some fresh ideas and head out with your friends.
Day 13: End New York
Location: New York City
Your trip comes to an end this morning, so say adios to your Trip Manager and all your new pals. Time to start planning your next holiday, eh! Reunion in Europe perhaps?
What's Included
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Dining
The tour includes 4 dinners and 5 breakfasts.
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Tour of Los Angeles
Experience a tour of Tinseltown in Los Angeles, capturing all the iconic sights.
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Las Vegas Highlights
See the Eiffel Tower and a Sphinx on the same street and enjoy a nightly light show in Las Vegas.
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Miami Experience
Visit the beach haven of Miami and enjoy its vibrant atmosphere.
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Flight to New York
Included flight from Miami to New York City.
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New York City Sights
Visit iconic landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and Times Square in New York City.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Activities such as surfing lessons in Los Angeles, ATV rides in the Mojave Desert, and guided tours in New York are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as shopping, additional meals, and nightlife activities are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 5 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- Los Angeles: Tour Tinseltown. Filling up your Insta feed and taking in all the crazy sights in your stride. #travelgoals
- Las Vegas: Where else would you find the Eiffel Tower and a Sphinx on the same street? See all the weird and wonderful Vegas highlights.
- Las Vegas: Just when you thought Vegas couldn’t get any crazier, this nightly light show comes along and proves you wrong. Intense!
- Miami: Next stop: beach haven Miami. Resist the urge to dance around the plane singing “Welcome to Miami”.
- New York City: Try to contain your excitement as you jump on a jet to the The Big Apple.
- New York City: The Statue of Liberty. Empire State Building. Times Square. It’s all here to blow your mind and energise your senses.
- New York City: No trip to New York is complete without seeing the first lady of freedom. IRL.
Mode of Transport
Travel seamlessly between destinations with included flights from Los Angeles to Las Vegas, Las Vegas to Miami, and Miami to New York, ensuring a smooth and efficient journey across the USA's most vibrant cities.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at the Line Hotel LA, The Strat Hotel & Casino, Catalina Hotel, and Moxy Midtown (multi-share) or similar accommodations, offering a blend of style and convenience throughout your journey across iconic American cities.
Check out our Q&As
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What activities are available in Los Angeles during the tour?
In Los Angeles, you will have the opportunity to explore the city at your own pace, with options to shop, dine, and visit museums. Additionally, you can learn how to surf with a qualified instructor at the beach, suitable for all levels from beginners to pros.
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What can I expect to do in Las Vegas?
In Las Vegas, you will enjoy a tour of the famous 'Strip', including a stop for photos at the legendary Vegas sign. You can also relax by the pool, ride an ATV into the Mojave Desert, or try indoor skydiving. The city offers unique attractions like the Neon Museum and the Atomic Testing Museum.
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What are some highlights of the Miami portion of the tour?
In Miami, you can enjoy the beaches and explore the Cuban-influenced downtown and South Beach. Activities include a Thriller speedboat tour of the bay, strolling down South Beach, and experiencing Miami's club scene. You can also visit Little Havana for Cuban flavors, dominoes, and salsa music.
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What experiences are included in New York City?
In New York City, you will visit the Statue of Liberty and have the option to explore the city at your own pace. You can take a guided bike tour through Central Park, explore neighborhoods like Greenwich Village and Soho, and enjoy the diverse culinary offerings of the city.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes stays at the Line Hotel LA in Los Angeles, The Strat Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, Catalina Hotel in Miami, and Moxy Midtown in New York City. Accommodations in New York are multi-share.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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