PENNSYLVANIA VIRGINIA NEW YORK Atlantic Ocean New York Niagara Falls Washington DCBear Country Berkshires Boston HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDEDESSENTIAL INFORMATION FREEDOM TRAIL7 DAYS CAMPING & LODGINGFor those who are time-poor, this trip offers a whole heap of must-sees in just one week, from eye-catching wilderness areas to three big-hitting cities, where anything seems possible.DAY 1 NEW YORK AREA > BOSTON (H) Welcome to Bean Town! Relive the revolution along the Freedom Trail. Lounge and watch the locals on Boston Common, then pop across to the famous 'Cheers' bar.DAY 2 THE BERKSHIRES City folk can't resist hiding out here in summer and you'll soon fi gure out why with trails winding through forested hills and meadow walks skirting quaint clapboard farms. This is 100% New England.DAY 3 NIAGARA FALLS From the edge of Lake Ontario, the sensation of crashing water is stupendous and the noise immense. Wait 'til you're down on the water aboard the 'Maid of the Mist', where the cascades pound down right before your eyes. DAY 4 BEAR COUNTRY Here in Pennsylvania, there are more black bears per square mile than anywhere else in the States, so keep your camera close!DAY 5/6 WASHINGTON DC Enjoy an evening illumination visit to US icons including the White House and Capitol Hill. When it comes to DC's museums, 'Land of the Free' is spot on: barely any of them, including the sensational Smithsonian, will cost you a dime. Later, switch from culture to clubbing in the oh-so-cool lounges around DuPont Circle and Georgetown.DAY 7 NEW YORK AREA Make sure to stay an extra day or two to explore the sights and sounds of New York City on your own. Splurge along Fifth Ave, hit the top of the Empire State Building, or soak up the trendy, laidback vibe of Greenwich Village before heading home.7DAYSTOUR FROM£469TOUR PLUS FLIGHTS FROM£879* Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist CruiseEvening illumination visit to Washington DC monumentsSightseeing in Boston and Washington DCProfessional tour leader, camping fees, equipment & transportationDEPARTS NEW YORK TREK CODE: FTFor a full list of dates and prices please see website* Flight prices subject to availabilityNOT A CAMPER? See page 52We also run a 9 day Northeastern BLT (Budget Lodging Tour) all year round. START FINISH201003 Oct 09 Oct201108 May 14 May22 May 28 May12 Jun 18 Jun26 Jun 02 Jul10 Jul 16 Jul17 Jul 23 Jul24 Jul 30 Jul31 Jul 06 Aug02 Aug 08 Aug07 Aug 13 Aug10 Aug 16 Aug START FINISH201114 Aug 20 Aug17 Aug 23 Aug21 Aug 27 Aug24 Aug 30 Aug28 Aug 03 Sep31 Aug 06 Sep04 Sep 10 Sep07 Sep 13 Sep11 Sep 17 Sep18 Sep 24 Sep25 Sep 01 Oct02 Oct 08 OctOPTIONAL ACTIVITIES: Smithsonian National Museums Walk the Freedom Trail in BostonCanoeing * Jet boat ride * Great shopping * Mountain Biking See page 77 for more information.ACCOMMODATION: 5 nights camping, 1 hostel/hotel nightEN ROUTE HOTELS: Approx. $45 x 1 nightFOOD KITTY: Budget $10 x 7 days23Eastern USATo book visit trekamerica.com or call 0844 576 1358

ARKANSAS LOUISIANA MISSISSIPPI MISSOURI PENNSYLVANIA WV SOUTH CAROLINA NORTH CAROLINA TENNESSEE VIRGINIA ILLINOIS INDIANA OHIO NEW YORK Atlantic Ocean New York Finger Lakes Niagara Falls Chicago Nashville Great Smoky Mtns. NP West Virginia Shenandoah NPOhio Washington DCIndianaHIGHLIGHTS INCLUDEDESSENTIAL INFORMATION BEST OF THE EAST14 DAYS CAMPING & LODGINGStart amid the corridors of power then veer right off the tourist path. Washington DC, Chicago and NYC are fast-paced, but nature evens out the balance with soaring peaks, Great Lakes and the spectacular Niagara Falls. Add a soundtrack of Blues and Country & Western and we reckon you've got the East covered.DAY 1/2 NEW YORK AREA > WASHINGTON DC Explore DC's parks by day and monuments by night. From the impressive Smithsonian Museums to the White House and Georgetown's trendy bars, the capital has something for everyone.DAY 3 SHENANDOAH NATIONAL PARK Set foot on the famous Appalachian Trail, with huge oaks overhead and spectacular scenery every way you look.DAY 4 WEST VIRGINIA Feed the rafting bug with an optional blast down the rapids or zipline through the trees in the Mountain State.DAY 5/6 GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK Known to the Cherokee people as the 'Place of Blue Smoke', the valleys have great trails just waiting to be explored.DAY 7 NASHVILLE Expect a big slice of Southern charm, where the best Country and Western music in the States fi lls foot-tapping live venues to the brim. DAY 8 INDIANA Hit the Kentucky Bourbon Trail en route to the birthplace of the deep dish pizza and the blues, sweet home Chicago.DAY 9/10 CHICAGO (H) See the highlights on Bobby's Bike Hike tour including views of the Willis Tower and Navy Pier, and then browse hip blues joints on soulful Halsted Street.DAY 11 OHIO Visit Cedar Point Amusement Park and ride Millennium Force, the greatest rollercoaster in the world!DAY 12 NIAGARA FALLS You are guaranteed to get splashed as you square up to the mighty Niagara Falls with an included 'Maid of the Mist' cruise. DAY 13/14 FINGER LAKES/NEW YORK AREA A last stop in the rural Finger Lake region of New York State lets you get back to nature; and be sure to leave yourself a day or two to experience the excitement of the Big Apple.For a full list of dates and prices please see website* Flight prices subject to availabilityDEPARTS NEW YORK TREK CODE: BE START FINISH201127 May 09 Jun24 Jun 07 Jul08 Jul 21 Jul15 Jul 28 Jul22 Jul 04 Aug29 Jul 11 Aug05 Aug 18 Aug09 Aug 22 AugSTART FINISH201112 Aug 25 Aug16 Aug 29 Aug19 Aug 01 Sep23 Aug 05 Sep26 Aug 08 Sep30 Aug 12 Sep02 Sep 15 Sep09 Sep 22 SepOPTIONAL ACTIVITIES Whitewater rafting (in season)Wineries * Horseback riding Cedar Point Amusement Park (in season) * Tree canopy zipline Baseball game (in season) Smithsonian National Museums See page 77 for more information.ACCOMMODATION: 11 nights camping, 2 hostel/hotel nightsEN ROUTE HOTELS: Approx. $35 x 2 nightsFOOD KITTY: Budget $10 x 14 daysNOT A CAMPER? See page 52We also run a 9 day Northeastern BLT (Budget Lodging Tour) all year round.24Eastern USA Niagara Falls Maid of the Mist cruiseGuided Chicago Bike TourEvening illumination visit to Washington DC monumentsScenic walks and hikesSightseeing in NashvilleNational Parks and monuments - Shenandoah NP and Great Smoky MountainsProfessional tour leader, camping fees, equipment & transportationTo book visit trekamerica.com or call 0844 576 135814DAYSTOUR FROM£839TOUR PLUS FLIGHTS FROM£1259*