Day 1: CHICAGO ARRIVAL

Arrive at Chicago's O'Hare International Airport and transfer independently to your hotel.

 

CHICAGO Day 2: CHICAGO

Step outside today and experience mile after magnificent mile of the Windy City. Stand on the corner of Michigan and Adams, marked as the starting point of Historic Route 66. Enjoy coffee and a big breakfast at Lou Mitchell's, a Chicago institution since 1923 and a must for Route 66 travelers. Stroll the lakefront, peruse the shops, bike the parks, grab a Chicago Dog, or explore the city's incredible sights and architectural treasures including Willis Tower, one of the tallest buildings in North America.

 

Day 3: CHICAGO - ST. LOUIS

This morning, pick up your rental car and get ready for an unforgettable journey into the then and now of America along Historic Route 66. This legendary old road passes through a variety of pure Americana landscapes and takes in some of the countrys biggest, oldest and most peculiar sites along the way. Begin your journey by following the traditional east-to-west path of Route 66 from Chicago to St. Louis, Missouri, cruising through endless cornfields and flat prairies. En route, dontt miss Wilmington’s most photographed , the larger-than-life green Gemini Giant, and Atlanta; Bunyan Giant, a 19-foot statue of Paul Bunyan holding a giant hot dog. In Springfield, stop at the Cozy Dog Drive-In, the birthplace of the corn dog, and explore the legacy of Abraham Lincoln with a visit to the Lincoln Home National Historic Site. Once in St. Louis, the largest city along Route 66, you can follow in the footsteps of legendary explorers by visiting the historic sites found throughout the city, including the Gateway Arch, the nation tallest monument.

 

Day 4: ST. LOUIS – SPRINGFIELD

Continue through the Ozark Highlands of southern Missouri to Springfield, recognized as the birthplace of Route 66. En route, stop at Meramec Caverns, an extensive set of natural limestone caves whose formations and colors are as unique as they are beautiful. Adding to the pleasure of exploring the caves is learning that Jesse James used them as a hideout and took advantage of the underground river to escape through the "back door."

 

Day 5: SPRINGFIELD - TULSA - OKLAHOMA CITY

This morning, cut through the southeastern corner of Kansas on your way to Oklahoma City. The Oklahoma section of Route 66 contains more driveable miles than any other state as well as several miles of the original 9-foot road segment that served Oklahoman families headed west in search of better opportunities during the 1930's. En route to Oklahoma City, stop to view the beloved 20-foot tall cement Blue Whale in Catoosa, a landmark along Route 66, and the Cyrus Avery Route 66 Memorial Bridge in Tulsa honoring the "Father of Route 66's" memory and connection to the historic highway. Once in Oklahoma City, the state's capital, be sure to check out the old Route 66 motels, gas stations and numerous vintage buildings.

 

Day 6: OKLAHOMA CITY - AMARILLO

Continue to Amarillo, located in the pancake-flat plains of the Texas Panhandle. This area of Texas was once the buffalo-rich grasslands of the Great Plains, inhabited by bands of Kiowa and Comanche Indians. Stop at the Route 66 Museum in Clinton where you experience six decades of Route 66 history. See Shamrock's Tower Station and the U-Drop Inn Cafe whose towering spire is still a reminder of the booming business it once saw. See the first restored Phillips 66 gas station in McLean and in Groom, the leaning water tower and a 150-foot tall stainless steel cross. Once in Amarillo, be sure to stop at Big Texan Steak Ranch where you can attempt their 72oz. steak challenge.

 

Day 7: AMARILLO - ALBUQUERQUE

Before leaving Amarillo be sure to visit Cadillac Ranch. This unique display of art features a row of ten colorfully painted Cadillac cars buried grille first in the ground. Continue to the MidPoint Cafe in Adrian famous for its "ugly crust" pies. From Adrian you'll follow Route 66 to Albuquerque, New Mexico for a great taste of the Land of Enchantment.

 

Day 8: ALBUQUERQUE

The state's largest city, Albuquerque spreads north and south along the banks of the Rio Grande. Spend the day exploring Downtown Albuquerque's Central Avenue, a treasure trove of Route 66 landmarks. Historic Old Town offers a taste of New Mexico's Spanish colonial past while the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center, owned by the state's 19 different Pueblo communities, traces the history of the region's Native American cultures.

 

Day 9: ALBUQUERQUE - SANTA FE - ALBUQUERQUE

To get a true sense of the Old Route 66, today you will detour to New Mexico's state capital, Santa Fe. Founded on the ruins of an abandoned Indian village and steeped in history, Santa Fe is the oldest capital in the U.S., and although it lost its place on Route 66 in 1938, it remains one of the most picturesque cities in the state. At one time this was the end of the old Santa Fe Trail, the earliest trade route linking the American frontier back east with the far west. Plan to visit one of Santa Fe's famous art galleries, art markets, or museums full of traditional and contemporary art, including works by their own Georgia O'Keeffe, or shop for authentic creations you just won't find anywhere else.

 

Day 10: ALBUQUERQUE - HOLBROOK

This morning, the state of Arizona welcomes Route 66 travelers with an overwhelming display of trading posts. View huge concrete tepees that stand at the foot of brilliant red-rock mesas en route to Petrified Forest National Park, the only park in the National Park System containing a section of Historic Route 66. Here you will come face-to-face with over 13,000 years of human history and one of the world's largest and most colorful assemblies of petrified wood, historic structures and archeological sites. Catch a sunset over the Painted Desert from the park's Kachina Point before heading to Holbrook. Once in Holbrook, stop at the Wigwam Motel whose steel and concrete teepees featuring modern conveniences have welcomed guests since the 1950's.

 

Day 11: HOLBROOK - GRAND CANYON/WILLIAMS

Continue to Meteor City, a true vintage trading post whose distinctive dome can be seen for miles along this stretch of Route 66. Pass through Flagstaff and Williams en route to Grand Canyon National Park, a natural wonder that you simply have to see to believe. Spend the day discovering the distinct South Rim of the Canyon. Stop at one of the numerous overlooks, walk part of the Rim Trail or along the historic Hermit Road. Visit a Photo Hot Spot, or climb to the top of a stone Watchtower for panoramic views that extend over 100 miles on clear days.

 

Day 12: GRAND CANYON/WILLIAMS - LAS VEGAS

Leave the town of Williams and the Grand Canyon behind as you make your way to Seligman, the first stop heading west on the longest uninterrupted stretch of Route 66. Continue through Kingman whose old Route 66 cafes and motels still flourish, to one of Arizona's hidden treasures, Hoover Dam. Considered the largest single public works project in the history of the U.S., Hoover Dam straddles the mighty Colorado River, which forms the border between Nevada and Arizona and brings much-needed water and power to the Southwest. Continue to Las Vegas, Nevada, a city that needs no introduction.

 

Day 13: LAS VEGAS

Enjoy a full day Las Vegas style. Walk the famous Strip lined with mega-resorts and flashing neon lights, place a bet at one of the many casinos, dine at world-class restaurants, catch the latest must-see show, shop designer boutiques, ride a rollercoaster, lay by the pool ... the list goes on. With so much to do, 24 hours in a day hardly seems like enough.

 

Day 14: LAS VEGAS - SANTA MONICA - LOS ANGELES AREA

This morning, set out through the Mojave Desert for Calico Ghost Town, California’s authentic silver mining town and one of the few original mining camps of the Old West. Rejoin Route 66 in Barstow where a collection of historic photographs and artifacts related to Route 66 and the Mojave Desert communities are on display at the Route 66 Mother Road Museum. Continue through Pasadena, Los Angeles, West Hollywood and Beverly Hills to Santa Monica for a true Hollywood ending to your cross-country journey. Park and venture the last few blocks on foot to view the End of the Trail sign on Santa Monica Pier. This sign officially marks the western end of Historic Route 66.

 

Day 15: LOS ANGELES AREA

Spend the day strolling along the beaches of Santa Monica or browsing the adjacent indoor/outdoor shops at Third Street Promenade. Or, further explore L.A.'s one-of-a-kind destinations, playgrounds of the rich and famous and architectural gems. Universal Studios Hollywood and Anaheim's original Disneyland Park are also located within easy driving distance.

 

Day 16: LOS ANGELES DEPARTURE

Return your rental car at Los Angeles International Airport prior to your departure.

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Inculsions:

• Overnights as per program in the indicated hotels or similar ones of the same category

• Alamo Car Rental with rate  Gold Gps All Inclusive  pick up day3 at Chicago Downtown Location  /drop off day 16 at Los Angeles  Airport Location, including unlimited miles,complete damage responsability– extended Protection – fuel option – up to 3 extra drivers – gps device

• Electronic travel kit in english/ pdf documents

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Exclusions:

• Meals (unless specified as included) drinks and tips.

• Reort Fee or Facility fee unless specified as included

• drop off charge for the rental ( estimate around 605 usd, subject to change without notice)

• all flights

• entrance fees to  National Parks and every other attraction

• Everything not mentioned as included

 

Note: rates are subject to change according to availability of services at time of booking. Mentioned hotels are only a sample to indicate the category booked, Travel Hub will offer same category hotel whenever the originally mentioned poperty won’t be available

 

Hotels Standard Category

Chicago  Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Chicago downtown / 2 nights 

St. Louis – Hampton Inn & Suites St. Louis at Forest Park / 1 night

Springfield – VIB Springfield / 1 night

Oklahoma City -  Howard Johnson by Wyndham Oklahoma City/ 1 night breakfast included

Amarillo –Quality Inn / 1 night Breakfast Included

Albuquerque – Hawthorn Suites By Wyndhan Albuquerque  / 3 nights breakfast included

Holbrook – Super 8 by Wyndham Holbrook  / 1 night Breakfast Included

Williams – Ramada by Wyndham Grand Canyon Area / 1 night Breakfast Included

Las Vegas – New York New York - / 2 nights Resort Fee Included

Los Angeles –Hilton Los Angeles Airport / 2 nights

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Hotels Superior Category

Chicago  Whitehll Chicago / 2 nights 

St. Louis – Hampton Holiday Inn St. Louis Downtown Convention Center / 1 night

Springfield – VIB Springfield / 1 night

Oklahoma City -  Aloft Oklahoma City Downtown- Bricktown / 1 night 

Amarillo –Candlewood Suites Amarillo Western Crossing / 1 night 

Albuquerque – Hawthorn Suites By Wyndhan Albuquerque  / 3 nights breakfast included

Holbrook – Super 8 by Wyndham Holbrook  / 1 night Breakfast Included

Williams – Best Western Plus Inn of Williams / 1 night Breakfast Included

Las Vegas – New York New York - / 2 nights Resort Fee Included

Los Angeles –The Grafton on Sunset / 2 nights

 

OPTIONALS

 

CHICAGO

• Willis Tower Skydeck Admission                                                                                   Eur 23 p/p

• Chicago Culture and Architecture walking tour (2 hours ½ in English)                      Eur 46 p/p

• Chicago Friendly Neighborhood bike tour (3 hours in English)                                  Eur 38 p/p

 

LAS VEGAS

• 1 day pass Las Vegas Monorail                                                                                      Eur 18 p/p

• Helicopter tour of las Vegas at sunset                                                                          Eur 150 p/p

 

WILLIAMS

• Helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon  Canyon Spirit Heli tour (45 min.)                     Eur 374 p/p 

 

LOS ANGELES

• Entrance to Universal Studios                                                                                        Eur  124 p/p

• Tour City Beaches & Movie Stars! Intera Full day                                                         Eur  87 p/p

• Hard Rock Cafè Acoustic Menu (burger or similar+ dessert +non alcoholic drink)    Eur  67 p/p

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INSIDER TIPS

 

CHICAGO

Dont’ miss the delicious Chicago Pizza. It’s different from any you might have tried, takes a long time cooking  but it’s definitely worth the wait! 

-In summertime Enjoy a Chicago Architectural River Cruise, it’s an experience you cant’ miss as the city, from the water is  even more beautiful

 

ST. LOUIS

Don’t miss the chance of climbing ( by tramway) the tallest mand made building in the USA. Take a ticket and make time to visit Gateway Arch. 

 

ALBUQUERQUE

Sandia Peak Tramway, the longest aerial tramway in the United States, stretches from the northeast edge Albuquerque to the crestline of the Sandia Mountains. A trip on the 2.7 mile-long tramway offers breathtaking views of Albuquerque and the New Mexico countryside, including deep canyons and stunning terrain of the Sandia Mountains within the Cibola National Forest. Atop the Sandia Peak, sightseers have the opportunity to enjoy panoramic views of the Rio Grande Valley from an observation deck as well as to explore miles of hiking and mountain biking trails.

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LAS VEGAS

Enrich your journal with an extra night in Las Vegas, you will get more time to enjoy the great entertainment opportunities of the city and, leaving early in the morning  you will be able to add a stop at the amazing Valley of Fire or use your extra day for a full day visit to Death Valley. Contact Travel-hub for quotes and reservations.

 

LOS ANGELES 

Book 2 extra nights in Los Angeles and you will be able to see the City, and its best Attractions as Disneyland / Universal Studios and many more. Stroll on the elegant borroughs as Beverly Hills and West Hollywood.