For further tour information go to: www. trekamerica. com31 Our love for the ' Great American Road Trip' has been the driving force behind TrekAmerica since we began operating our very first tours back in 1972. Crossing The States fromseas to shining sea, from New York in the east to Los Angeles in the west or vice versa, is synonymous the world over with the ideas of freedom and adventure. Experiencing all the big cities, small towns and everything in between, never knowing what's around the bend. It's the mystery of the great open road, the amazing diversity from one state to the next and the chance to create your own unique adventure, unlike anything that's gone before. With a total of 11 cross country journeys, from 16 days to a whopping 9 weeks in length, you could criss-cross The States from one side to the other and back again without ever passing through the same place twice; discover America the way it should be seen - on the greatest American road trip ever. Our 21- day Southern Sun tour has stood the test of time and remains TrekAmerica's all time favourite tour. With its classic mix of some of America's most exciting cities, spectacular national parks and southern hospitality, plus a good old dose of the Desert Southwest, the Southern Sun tour is one heck of a wild ride of Stateside. Americana at it's finest! The Trailblazer - 9 weeks on the road, travelling the entire circumference of The States, gets you closer to the heart and soul of North America than you ever thought possible. With so many mind- blowing national parks, dramatic landscapes, colourful cultures and countless highlights, this will undoubtedly be two of the best months of your life. Hit the road Jack, and don't you come back.! There isn't a person out there that hasn't dreamed of taking off on the ultimate American road trip with a bunch of new mates! Cruising across the heartland, tunes cranked, wind in your hair and not a care in the world; getting off the beaten track with a whole continent to discover. A road trip is so much more than just the places you see and things you do. It's all about the journey itself, because getting there is half the fun. On the road again. Topping the charts for over 35 years The ultimate road trip ever! Canadian Road Trip30 Cross Country Trail32 Northern Trail33 Southern Sun34 Americana Road Trip35 Transcontinental North36 Transcontinental South37 The Grand Trek38 The Trailblazer39 Cross Country BLT 50 Southerner57 Contents Cross CountryCross Country

HighlightsTour details Camping & lodging ? Grand Canyon sunrise or sunset ? Traditional German style dinner ? Visit to Amana colony ? Walk amongst Giant Sequoias ? Scenic walks and hikes ? City tours of Las Vegas and San Francisco ? Sightseeing in Denver ? National parks and monuments - Arches, Monument Valley, the Grand Canyon and Yosemite ? Professional tour leader, camping fees/ equipment & transportation Canyoneering . Hummer tour Horseback riding . IMAX Theater. Grand Canyon scenic flight . Whitewater rafting Limos in Las Vegas . Monument Valley Jeep tour. Great national park hikes Optional Activities For further tour information go to: www. trekamerica. com/ ccl Duration: 16 days When to go: May - September Accommodation: 13 nights camping & 2 hotel nights En- route Hotels: Approx $ 35 x 2 nights Camping Food Kitty: Budget $ 10 x 16 days Start/ Finish: Tour starts 07.30 and finishes approx 17.00 in the hotel lobby of our Chicago/ San Franciscoarea hotel Departs San Francisco Trek Code: CCL STARTFINISHSTARTFINISH 20102010 CALIFORNIA UTAHNEBRASKA ARIZONA NEVADA COLORADO USA IOWAINDIANA ILLINOIS Denver Colorado Rockies Grand Canyon NP San Francisco Pacific Ocean Las Vegas Yosemite NP Arches NP Monument Valley Chicago Platte River Valley Amana Colonies Lake Mc Conaughy Included HIgHlIgHTs Tour from£ 989 F li ghts from£ 365* 16 32 21Jun06 Jul 19 Jul03 Aug 02 Aug17 Aug 23 Aug07 Sep 06 Sep21 Sep Flexible Itinerary Day 1/ 2 San Francisco >> Yosemite National Park- The Golden Gate in the Golden State. San Francisco is where the gold rush started and, where our adventure begins. After exploring the city, we head for the simply sensational Yosemite. Walk beneath giant Sequoias, hike one of the many trails leading to spectacular vistas and waterfalls. Then sit back and take it all in. Day 3 Sierra Nevada- A walk in the clear, fresh air of the Sierra Nevada's stunning scenery will energize you for the next day's adventure in Vegas! Day 4 Las Vegas ( H)- Entering desert landscapes, check out Route 66 en route to Las Vegas. It's the self- declared entertainment capital of the world, so cruise the Strip in a limo and hit the clubs! Day 5/ 6 Grand Canyon National Park- No trip west is complete without a stop at the Grand Canyon. Pack your best boots and don't forget your camera for a sunrise/ sunset hike along the rim. Then take it easier the next day and take to the skies for cool helicopter ride. Day 7 Monument Valley - Heading into the iconic valley of monuments used in Hollywood scenes from Westerns to 2001: A Space Odyssey and everything in between. Try a Navajo Jeep tour and say " Action". Day 8/ 9 Arches National Park- Utah's Arches National Park has over 2000 natural sandstone arches and many other unusual rock formations. Catch a sunset behind Delicate Arch then go canyoneering or on a Hummer tour the next day for an exhilarating red rock adventure. Day 10/ 11 Colorado Rockies- Two days to explore the mountains and trails of the Colorado Rockies. It's a climbing, hiking and pedalling adrenaline junkie paradise. Day 12 Denver ( H)- You can't get much higher than The Mile High City, but with 80 beers brewed locally and a thriving club scene, you're sure to enjoy! Day 13 Lake McConaughy- The original Big Mac. Over 20 miles long and with 100 miles of shoreline, it's equipped for any lakeside activity so get kitted up and get out there. Day 14 Plate River Valley- With spectacular views of the Mighty Mo ( Missouri River), follow the highway and original trail used by the Pony Express. Day 15 Amana Colonies- Heading east over the prairies of Iowa we travel back in time to stop in one of the earliest German settlements in America, where an included feast provides a hearty last meal - Prost! Day 16 Chicago- Our last day of the adventure comes to a finale in sweet home Chicago! Home to the best deep dish pizza and the Miracle Mile, we'll say our farewells before exploring Chi- town's famous nightlife. J ourney across America's heartland... from the sun- kissed city of San Francisco all the way to Chicago. En route explore the surreal buzz of Las Vegas, the dramatic Grand Canyon and Monument Valley, Colorado's rugged rocky mountains and much, much more! Cross Country Trail Fun Fact: Route 66 was completed in 1937, and ( after only 47 years) de- commissioned in 1984! Dates & Prices For full list of dates and prices please see pages 86- 88 * Flight prices subject to availability