Best of USA

Best of USA

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Best of USA

13 Days Starting in Los Angeles (CA) and ending in New York City

Visiting: Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, New York City

Tour operator:

Contiki

Tour code:

TUSA20

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

0 - 40

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

18-35

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Activities:

Sightseeing, Walking

From: $4025 $3393 Barrhead discount: -$632 -16%

NB: Prices correct on 29-Jun-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on the "Best of USA" tour and experience the ultimate American adventure! Start in Los Angeles, where you'll explore iconic Hollywood landmarks and soak up the sun on Muscle Beach. Then, head to the neon-lit streets of Las Vegas for a whirlwind of casinos, shows, and the famous Strip. Next, fly to Miami to enjoy its vibrant beaches, Cuban culture, and thrilling nightlife. Finally, cap off your journey in New York City, where you'll marvel at the Statue of Liberty, stroll through Central Park, and savor the diverse culinary delights of Little Italy and Chinatown. This tour promises unforgettable memories and Instagram-worthy moments at every turn!

Highlights

  • Los Angeles: Tour Tinseltown and take in all the crazy sights.

  • Las Vegas: See the Eiffel Tower and a Sphinx on the same street.

  • Las Vegas: Experience the nightly light show.

  • Miami: Explore the Cuban-influenced downtown and South Beach.

  • New York City: Visit the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and Times Square.

  • New York City: Take a guided tour through Central Park.

  • New York City: Discover the bohemian feel of Greenwich Village and stylish Soho.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Start Los Angeles

Location: Los Angeles

Accommodation: Hotel

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 Name: Line Hotel LA

Meals Included: None

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: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)

Meals Included: Dinner

LA, you’ve been a dream, but we’re swapping out the glamourous dreamscape of La La land for the neon delights of Vegas. 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. A nighttime 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 Name: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)

Meals Included: None

Spend the morning lazing by the poolside sipping on recovery cocktails, or maybe opt to soar in a helicopter above the Grand Canyon – one of the world’s most impressive natural wonders. This city has some quirkier offerings too, like the Neon Museum and the Atomic Testing Museum.

Day 5: Las Vegas

Location: Las Vegas

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)

Meals Included: None

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: Hotel

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 colorful buildings & white sands of glamorous South Beach.

Day 7: Miami

Location: Miami

Accommodation: Hotel

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: Hotel

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 flavors 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: Hotel

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 Name: Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar)

Meals Included: Breakfast

One more Cuban coffee for the road and we’ll bid our farewells to marvelous Miami before jumping on our included flight to the Big Apple

Day 11: Hello Big Apple!

Location: New York City

Accommodation Name: Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar)

Meals Included: None

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 Name: Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar)

Meals Included: Dinner

Another day, another bite of the Big Apple. Soak up the bohemian feel of the former center 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 favorite 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

Meals Included: None

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

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation at Line Hotel LA, Tropicana Hotel (or similar), Catalina Hotel (or similar), and Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar).

  • Meals

    Meals included as per itinerary: Day 1 - Dinner, Day 3 - Dinner, Day 6 - Breakfast, Day 7 - Breakfast and Dinner, Day 8 - Breakfast, Day 9 - Breakfast, Day 10 - Breakfast, Day 12 - Dinner.

  • Guided Tours

    Guided tours in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, and New York City.

  • Internal Flights

    Internal flights from Las Vegas to Miami and from Miami to New York City.

What's Not Included

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities such as surfing lessons in Los Angeles, helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon, and Thriller speedboat tour in Miami.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as shopping, additional meals, and drinks.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.

  • International Flights

    International flights to and from the USA are not included.

Mode of Transport

Internal flights from Las Vegas to Miami and from Miami to New York City. Ground transportation includes coach tours in various cities.

Check out our Q&As

  • Are internal flights included in the tour package?

    Yes, internal flights from Las Vegas to Miami and from Miami to New York City are included.

  • What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    Accommodation is provided at Line Hotel LA, Tropicana Hotel (or similar), Catalina Hotel (or similar), and Moxy Midtown (multi-share) (or similar).

  • Is travel insurance included in the tour package?

    No, travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.

  • Are guided tours included in the package?

    Yes, guided tours are included in Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, and New York City.

  • What personal expenses are not included in the tour package?

    Personal expenses such as shopping, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • What optional activities are available during the tour?

    Optional activities include surfing lessons in Los Angeles, a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon, and a Thriller speedboat tour in Miami.

  • What activities are available in Las Vegas during the tour?

    In Las Vegas, you can enjoy a nighttime tour of the famous 'Strip', laze by the poolside, opt for a helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon, visit the Neon Museum and the Atomic Testing Museum, and explore the casinos and factory outlets.

  • Are international flights included in the tour package?

    No, international flights to and from the USA are not included.

  • What can I do during my free time in Miami?

    In Miami, you can explore the Cuban-influenced downtown, South Beach, take a Thriller speedboat tour, stroll down South Beach, visit Little Havana, and enjoy the city's nightlife.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, meals are included as per the itinerary: Day 1 - Dinner, Day 3 - Dinner, Day 6 - Breakfast, Day 7 - Breakfast and Dinner, Day 8 - Breakfast, Day 9 - Breakfast, Day 10 - Breakfast, Day 12 - Dinner.

  • What can I expect on the first day of the tour in Los Angeles?

    On the first day in Los Angeles, you will meet the crew and kick off your trip with visits to places recognizable from the silver screen. The day is packed with activities from Melrose to Muscle Beach, followed by a delicious feast in the evening.

  • What are the highlights of the New York City tour?

    In New York City, you will visit the Statue of Liberty, take a guided tour through Central Park, explore Greenwich Village and Soho, and have free time to discover the city's various flavors and shopping spots.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • 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.

  • 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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Exceptional customer service

14-Jan-2023

Contiki were exceptional in providing customer service. They provided me with lots of information and were quick in responding to all my questions. I found that they were super helpful.

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First time traveling with Contiki. Highly recommend! You’ll have a blast

17-Jan-2023

First time traveling internationally since Covid and glad I spent the trip with Contiki. The travel, lodging, meals, activities everything was planned effortlessly. Going to Greece in may with contiki. Highly recommend

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Amazing trip. Made great friends and memories. Can’t wait for my next trip

15-Jan-2023

I had 24 people on my contiki and I think it was the perfect number, we all got to know each other well and got along great. Our tour guide was fun and knowledgeable, the hotels were nice and in great locations.

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13-Jan-2023

Sherif was an excellent tour guide. He was extremely knowledgeable about every single small detail at each site that we visited. In addition to his great service, he has a glowing spirit that made me feel like I had family with me the entire trip. Anything that I was concerned about, he always had an answer and was there to help. I truly enjoyed my experience and will purchase a tour with him in the future

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