Grand Northern

Grand Northern

Break out your comic book sensibilities, Supermen and Superwomen, because its up, up, and away - no capes or fancy flight gear required. Simply point your mind, body and soul northward, and we'll handle the rest. Twenty U.S. states and two Canadian provinces post 'welcome' signs, inviting you to sample, mix and remix their sights and sounds. When not steeped in the hip, nightlife of urban centers, relax in quaint, small towns or savor peaceful, natural locales.


Length: 25 days
Accommodations: Hotel
as per itinerary
Meals: Dinner, Breakfast
as per itinerary
Sightseeing: New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Maine, Quebec, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, South Dakota, Wyoming, Montana, Idaho, Utah, Arizona, Nevada, California
Transportation: Modern Coach

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Itinerary

  1. Day Icon-day1 New York to Boston

    Meet up with your Contiki crew in larger-than-life New York City. Dream about the lifestyles of the rich and famous in Rhode Island on your way to Boston.

  2. Day Icon-day2 Boston

    Shop at Quincy Marketplace, stop in at the famous ‘Cheers’ bar or check out Boston Commons. There’s plenty to do day and night in this bustling university town.

  3. Day Icon-day3 Boston to Quebec City

    Today’s you’ll hit French-influenced Quebec City, North America’s only walled city.

  4. Day Icon-day4 Quebec City

    Get into the vibe of this European-flavored city by checking out its cool cafes and shops. Later party with the hip and fashionable French Canadians!

  5. Day Icon-day5 Quebec City to Montreal

    Today, it’s all about culturally sophisticated Montreal where you’ll enjoy sightseeing in this charismatic city.

  6. Day Icon-day6 Montreal

    Dive in to the shopping, entertainment, and vibrant nightlife that gives this place its nickname as ‘Sin City of the North’.

  7. Day Icon-day7 Montreal to Toronto

    Behold nature’s beauty as you drive through the ‘1000 Islands’ region en route to Canada’s largest city.

  8. Day Icon-day8 Toronto

    Visit diverse neighborhoods, maybe catch a baseball game, or zoom to the top of the world’s tallest freestanding structure. Later, tap into the global groove of this city’s nightlife.

  9. Day Icon-day9 Toronto and Niagara Falls

    Day trip to the mighty Niagara Fall and get soaked in its mist as it cascades between the Canadian/US borders.

  10. Day Icon-day10 Toronto to Cleveland

    Leave Canada behind and make a musical pilgrimage to the vibrant arts scene of Cleveland, home of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

  11. Day Icon-day11 Cleveland to Chicago

    Cross the Midwest on your road trip from one lake town to the next, arriving in bustling Chicago.

  12. Day Icon-day12 Chicago

    Discover cutting-edge architecture, world-class museums, legendary blues music, fantastic dining, and high-end shopping in the Windy City.

  13. Day Icon-day13 Chicago to Madison

    Stop in Milwaukee and tour Miller Park, one of the nation’s largest beer brewers, en route to the university town of Madison.

  14. Day Icon-day14 Madison to Sioux Falls

    Catch the pulse of the true American Midwest on your way to Sioux Falls.

  15. Day Icon-day15 Sioux Falls to Mt. Rushmore

    Journey through the totally unique, lunar-like landscape of Badlands National Park before arriving in the Wild West’s stomping ground.

  16. Day Icon-day16 Mt. Rushmore

    Marvel at iconic Mt. Rushmore and see history in the making at Crazy Horse Memorial.

  17. Day Icon-day17 Mt. Rushmore to Cody

    Visit the famous monument called Devil’s Tower as you steer toward Cody and the heart of the American West.

  18. Day Icon-day18 Cody to Yellowstone

    Kick back in this cowboy town or hit the rapids on an optional whitewater rafting trip before you boot scoot to Yellowstone, the world's first national park.

  19. Day Icon-day19 Yellowstone National Park

    Explore the crown jewel of America’s national parks – it’s a masterpiece of wilderness, wildlife, and natural wonders.

  20. Day Icon-day20 Yellowstone to Salt Lake City

    Set your sights on the towering spires of the Teton Range then stop in the swanky, yet western-styled town of Jackson Hole before arriving in Salt Lake City.

  21. Day Icon-day21 Salt Lake City to Kanab via Bryce Canyon National Park

    Hike among the bizarrely shaped and richly colored rock formations of Bryce Canyon National Park on the road from Salt Lake City to Kanab.

  22. Day Icon-day22 Grand Canyon National Park

    Hike, walk, or take an optional flight for an up close and personal experience with this phenomenal natural wonder.

  23. Day Icon-day23 Kanab to Las Vegas via Zion National Park

    Before partying like a rock star in Las Vegas, get back to nature in the dramatic landscapes of Zion National Park.

  24. Day Icon-day24 Las Vegas

    It’s all glitz and glamour as you hang out on the ‘Strip’, relax by the pool, or hit up Sin City’s flashiest party hot spots.

  25. Day Icon-day25 Las Vegas to Los Angeles (Anaheim)

    We depart Las Vegas and head through the Mojave Desert into California. Say a final farewell as your adventure ends upon arrival into Anaheim.

Tour Map

Highlights

All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!

Included
  • Newport: Visit Newport, the yachting capital of the USA; See the summer mansions of the rich & famous
  • Boston: City sightseeing tour; See Harvard University, Boston Commons & the original 'Cheers' Bar; Walk the Freedom Trail
  • Maine: Scenic drive through the novelist 'Stephen King's territory'
  • Quebec City: Cross the border into Canada & enjoy the scenic drive through Quebec; Visit the only walled city in North America; Guided walking tour of the Old City, the cradle of French civilisation in North America
  • Montreal: City sightseeing tour; Visit old town Montréal and the old port; Visit Mt. Royal, Montreal's largest park that overlooks the city; See St. Joseph's Oratory; See the unique Olympic Stadium
  • Toronto: Travel along the St. Lawrence River Valley & see the Thousand Islands; City sightseeing tour; See CN Tower, the eclectic shops on Yonge Street & the University of Toronto
  • Niagara Falls: Maid of the Mist boat cruise to the base of the Falls; Evening Illuminations of Niagara Falls
  • Cleveland: Visit the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
  • Chicago: City sightseeing tour; See Lake Michigan, Buckingham Fountain, the Navy Pier & Chicago River; See Soldier Field home to "The Bears" American Football; See U.S. cellular Field home to the Chicago White Sox baseball club; See the Hancock Building, Sears Tower & the Magnificent Mile
  • Milwaukee: Visit Miller Park, home to the nation's largest beer brewer
  • Madison: Drive through America's Midwest beautiful farmlands; Enjoy an evening in Madison, home to the University of Wisconsin
  • Sioux Falls: Visit Falls Park and the waterfall that gave the town its name
  • Badlands National Park: See the fascinating 'lunar' landscape with its colourful buttes, pinnacles & spires; Walk the Fossil Trail
  • Mt. Rushmore: Visit Mt. Rushmore National Monument & see the 4 President's Faces carved into the mountainside; Visit Crazy Horse Memorial honouring the famous Lakota Sioux Warrior
  • Cody: Visit Devil's Tower National Park; See the scenery made famous by the movie, "Close Encounters of the Third Kind"
  • Yellowstone National Park: See the famous lake, the falls & the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone; See the famous 'Old Faithful' geyser mud volcano; See wildlife such as buffalo, elk and possibly bears
  • Salt Lake City: Visit Temple Square; See the impressive six-spire Temple & Mormon Tabernacle
  • Bryce Canyon National Park: See the bizarre shaped canyons & spires called "hoodoos"; Hike one of the trails into the canyon & enjoy the dazzling colours
  • Zion National Park: See the soaring cliffs, sculptured canyons, and dramatic landscapes; See the gigantic red & white stone formations of West Temple & Watchman
  • Grand Canyon: Enjoy the pristine beauty of the North Rim; Visit a panoramic viewpoint for photos; Hike along the Canyon's North Rim
  • Las Vegas: Evening Illumination tour of the famous 'Strip'; Visit Fremont Street; Visit some of the world's largest hotels & casinos and enjoy the nightlife
  • Mojave Desert: See the famous Joshua Trees
Accomodations
  • 23 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation
  • Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) – as per itinerary
Contiki Difference
  • Experienced, professional Tour Manager & Driver
  • Modern air-conditioned coach
  • Visit 20 States and 2 Canadian Provinces: New York ; Connecticut ; Rhode Island ; Massachusetts ; New Hampshire ; Maine ; Quebec ; Ontario ; Pennsylvania ; Ohio ; Indiana ; Illinois ; Wisconsin ; Minnesota ; South Dakota ; Wyoming ; Montana ; Idaho ; Utah ; Arizona ; Nevada ; California

Optional Excursions

Boston

Trolley Tour (USD$29.00)
Be entertained with humorous stories and history about America's Revolutionary past and high-tech future on Boston's own Old Town Trolley tour.

Quebec City

Optional Dinner at L'Astral (USD$55.00)
Appropriately named and 165 m (540 ft) up in the air, this revolving restaurant serves up 21 km (13 miles) of stunning 360-degree views. Highly skilled chefs prepare fine International cuisine with blends of fresh ingredients and beautiful presentation, creating one masterpiece after another. This is an experience extrordinaire.

Montreal

Jet Boat Ride (USD$55.00)
You'll don rain gear before going out on the 1 1/2 hour jet boat tour on the fabled rapids of the mighty St. Lawrence River. An adventure not to be missed.

Thousand Islands

Boldt Castle Cruise (USD$13.00)
Experience the beauty of the Thousand Islands Region, by taking an afternoon cruise past the world famous Boldt Castle, the largest castle in North America, Millionaire's Row and Zavikon Island.

Toronto

Rogers Centre (USD$12.00)
Appreciate the wonders of Sky Dome, one of Toronto's most popular attractions by taking a tour of the world's first fully retractable roof stadium and home of the Toronto Blue Jays baseball team.
CN Tower (USD$21.00)
See Toronto from the observation deck of the world's tallest free standing tower. Enjoy views from 346 m (1136 ft) above the ground!

Niagara Falls

Niagara Helicopters (USD$105.00)
Experience the Grandeaur of Niagara Falls from the air with a helicopter flight above these spectacular falls!

Chicago

Architectural Cruise (USD$20.00)
Only a river cruise can offer such varied and unobstructed views of the city. Relax and marvel as you glide past more than 50 of the city's most spectacular and majestic sites along the Chicago River.

Salt Lake City

Hot Air Balloon (USD$185.00)
Experience the beauty of the Wasatch Mountains by drifting gently over Park City, Utah. Glide through the sky and witness the serenity of the landscape.

Cody

Cody Rodeo (USD$17.00)
No visit to Cody is complete without a trip to the Rodeo! Watch professional cowboys ride, rope and race during a thrilling evening at one of America's longest running rodeos. (seasonal)
Rafting (USD$37.00 (seasonal))
With exclusive river access, this 2-3 hour trip down the Shoshone River is an exciting way to enjoy the best Wyoming has to offer! Perfect for beginners and a great way to see a beautiful part of Wyoming (seasonal).

Las Vegas

Las Vegas Variety Show (USD$52.00)
This variety show incorporates some of the best talent Las Vegas has to offer. The professional dance team is joined by a number of variety acts including professional dancers, a comedian, a magician and more.
Helicopter Flight (USD$344.00)
Experience the thrill of a helicopter flight to the Grand Canyon. This adventure flight departs from Las Vegas airport and includes views of the famous Hoover Dam, Lake Mead, and fascinating desert scenery before landing inside the Grand Canyon itself. Upon arrival at the canyon enjoy a complimentary lunch and a traditional champagne toast. A truly unique way to see the natural wonder of the Grand Canyon.

Contiki Souvenirs

USA Group Photo (USD$16.00)
There's no better way to remember the excellent times you've had and the new friendships that you've made than with an 8"x10" glossy photo of all the members of your tour.