Day 1 (Door to Door) Arrive Chicago (2)
Enjoy your private car door to door transfer to your departure airport before your flight to Chicago where a transfer is provided to your first hotel. Welcome to the starting point of Route 66! Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to answer any questions. At 6pm, gather at the hotel with your Tour Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Drink.
Hotel: The Palmer House Hilton

Day 2 Chicago - Springfield
After an introduction to the Windy City, including elegant Lakeshore Drive and the Magnificent Mile, we hit the road for a good, old-fashioned American road trip. Just outside Chicago we see several of Route 66's original gas stations. We explore the history and cultural impact of America's Mother Road at the Route 66 Association Hall of Fame & Museum before rolling on southwest to Springfield, where we visit the last resting place of Abraham Lincoln. (FB)
Hotel: Hilton Springfield

Day 3 Springfield - St Louis
We start by viewing the great city from atop the famed St. Louis Gateway arch before we get a real taste of America's Midwest today. We take a break at Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, a Route 66 favourite since 1929 before experiencing another American favourite with a guided tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery, from the stables of the Clydesdales to the tasting room. And what goes better with beer than barbecue? We learn to mix up our own sweet and spicy barbecue sauce with a team of master barbecue chefs and enjoy a rib-sticking Be My Guest Barbecue Dinner, hot off the grill. (FB)
Hotel: Omni Majestic Hotel

Day 4 St. Louis - Meramec Caverns - Branson
We head underground in Meramec Caverns, a former hideout of Jesse James, for a glimpse of some outstanding subterranean formations. Then it's onward to the Ozarks and the lively American musical mecca of Branson. We explore Branson Landing, a shopping, dining and entertainment hub on the shores of Lake Taneycomo. Tonight, perhaps get your kicks at an optional dinner show. (FB)
Hotel: Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing

Day 5 Branson - Will Rogers Memorial - Oklahoma City
We roll on through historic Joplin, Missouri right into Oklahoma to visit the opulent Coleman Theatre. In Eastern Oklahoma, an especially scenic part of the Mother Road, Route 66 is also known as theWill Rogers Highway and we stop to visit a museum dedicated to this famous American humorist. Tonight we enjoy a Highlight Dinner in the vibrant warehouse district of Bricktown. (FB, HD)
Hotel: Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Oklahoma City

Day 6 Oklahoma City sightseeing and at leisure
We get a taste of the Old West at the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum with its collection of Native American art and outstanding display of antique firearms. After lunch we visit the Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, honouring the 1995 bombing victims. The rest of the day is at leisure to explore historic Bricktown. (FB)

Day 7 Oklahoma City - Route 66 Museum - Amarillo
In Clinton we explore a classic collection of Route 66 history, memorabilia and culture. Crossing into the Texas Panhandle we return to Old Route 66 for a scenic drive before stopping at Amarillo, the "yellow rose of Texas." (FB)
Hotel: The Ambassador Hotel

Day 8 Amarillo - Albuquerque (2)
Yes, those are 10 classic Cadillacs buried nose down in the dirt! We see the famed Cadillac Ranch pop art installation just outside Amarillo before travelling on to Albuquerque where the spirit of Route 66 still thrives. Tonight we enjoy a Highlight Dinner at the 66 Diner with its 1950's jukebox and blue-plate specials that have hardly changed since the heyday of the "Main Street of America." (FB, HD)
Hotel: Albuquerque Marriott

Day 9 Albuquerque sightseeing and at leisure
While Albuquerque didn't boom until the coming of Route 66, the city has been here for more than 300 years. We take a tour of the Old Town and old adobes and enjoy some leisure time to explore on your own. Why not visit one of the many museums, relax in a cafe or perhaps opt to visit southwestern arts-filled Santa Fe (FB)
Hotel: Albuquerque Marriott

Day 10 Albuquerque - Sky City Acoma Pueblo - Flagstaff
Perched on a sandstone bluff, the Acoma pueblo is the longest continuously inhabited community in North America.With our Native American guide we walk through nearly 1,000 years of history and culture. Crossing into Arizona we watch the sun play over the changing colours of the Painted Desert and Petrified Forest National Park before arriving in Flagstaff with its quaint downtown and pine-forested hills. (FB, D)
Hotel: Radisson Woodlands Hotel

Day 11 Flagstaff - Navajo Reservation - Grand Canyon National Park
As the morning sun gilds the desert landscape we visit the traditional land of the Navajo people. We stop at Cameron Trading Post to browse through handicrafts and maybe enjoy some tasty fry bread. This afternoon we wind along scenic Desert View Drive before arriving at the Grand Canyon. We spend the night inside the park, allowing plenty of time to explore this natural world wonder. For more stunning views, take an optional plane or helicopter trip to see the canyon from the sky. (FB)
Hotel: National Park Lodges

Day 12 Grand Canyon - Seligman - Kingman - Las Vegas
We hit the road again, breaking in Seligman and Kingman, Route 66 hotspots that have kept the old culture alive. Driving the Mother Road in these desert oases is like time travelling to see the well-preserved motels, diners and gas stations of a more simple era. Then, it's full speed ahead to glittering Las Vegas. The afternoon and evening are at leisure to hit the Strip, catch a show or try your luck at the slots. (FB)
Hotel: Paris Las Vegas

Day 13 Las Vegas - Hollywood - Los Angeles
Today we travel from the City of Broken Dreams to the City of Angels, with one last jaunt on Route 66 near the town of Barstow. Upon arrival in Los Angeles we see the sights, including Grauman's Chinese Theatre, Beverly Hills, Sunset Boulevard and the place where the road comes to an end, Santa Monica and the great Pacific. This evening we celebrate our journey at a festive Farewell Dinner. (FB, FD)
Hotel: Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel

Day 14 Depart Los Angeles
Say goodbye to the road and take flight. A complimentary transfer is provided to Los Angeles International Airport for your return flight back to the UK. (FB)

Day 15 (Door to Door) Arrive UK
On arrival at your UK airport, your driver will greet you and escort you to your waiting private car for your door to door transfer to your home.

Omni Majestic Hotel (MD)
Centrally located and within easy walking distance of all the city's main attractions, the Omni Majestic offers a fitness centre and a restaurant and lounge featuring classic pub fare in a relaxing atmosphere.

The Ambassador Hotel (FC)
Located central to Amarillo, the Ambassador features a restaurant, heated indoor pool and spa and complimentary passes to the nearby fitness centre.

The Palmer House Hilton (MD)
Ideally located in the heart of the Chicago Loop, the Palmer House Hilton offers modern conveniences combined with over 100 years of elegance. The hotel provides a fitness centre (usage fee applies) and indoor pool.

Courtyard by Marriott Oklahoma (FC)
The Courtyard by Marriott is located near Lake Hefner Golf Course. Cocktails and appetizers are served in the Courtyard Bar and Lounge. On-site recreation is available in the fitness centre with an indoor pool and spa tub.

Hilton Promenade at Branson Landing (FC)
Located in the heart of Historic Downtown Branson, facilities include a swimming pool and fitness centre.

Albuquerque Marriott (SFC)
Located in the heart of restaurant and shopping district, enjoy the hotel's two swimming pools and the casual restaurant.

Radisson Woodlands Flagstaff Hotel (FC)
The Radisson Woodlands Flagstaff Hotel is located right off 'old route 66', near historic downtown Flagstaff and features a pool, gym, spa and two restaurants.

National Park Lodges - Grand Canyon (NP)
Modern lodges are situated inside the park. Well-appointed and comfortable rooms with full en-suite facilties and on-site dining.

Paris Las Vegas, Las Vegas (SFC)
Experience the sights and sensational foods of Paris right in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. Spectacular views of Las Vegas and beyond can be seen from atop the Eiffel Tower, a 50-story, half-scale reproduction of the Paris original. Dining temptations include a French restaurant in the Eiffel Tower, a popular bistro with alfresco dining, and a lavish buffet. Other facilities include a rooftop pool, a reproduction French village casino and spa.

Hilton Springfield (FC)
Located in the historic downtown area of Springfield, Hilton Springfield is close to Hilltop Golf Club, Prairie Capitol Convention Center, Old State Capitol, and Lincoln Home Visitor Centre. It has an indoor pool and a fitness facility, a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Renaissance Montura Los Angeles Airport Hotel, Los Angeles (SFC)
This stylish LA hotel is just 1.5 miles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Renaissance Montura Los Angeles offers complimentary airport shuttle service 24 hours a day. The hotel's outdoor pool and spa tub are open year-round. Separate women's and men's saunas, cardio machines with individual TV monitors, and free weights are provided in the complimentary 24-hour health club. The 96th Street Bistro highlights California cuisine and wines.