Ultimate USA – Uncover the Best and Beyond | 23N/24D

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About this tour

Experience the most comprehensive USA journey covering iconic destinations across the country in 24 unforgettable days. This ultimate tour showcases America’s greatest highlights from Los Angeles to New York, with exclusive experiences found nowhere else. Explore California’s coastline along Route 101, feed ostriches at a unique Danish town, visit Hearst Castle, and drive the scenic 17 Mile Drive. Discover Muir Woods’ towering redwoods, Napa Valley vineyards, and stunning Mammoth Lake. Experience Las Vegas with helicopter rides and limo tours, witness Grand Canyon’s Skywalk, and explore Everglades with 150,000 alligators. Drive Key West’s 118-mile ocean road, visit Kennedy Space Center, enjoy Disney’s Epcot, and experience Niagara Falls jet boat. Stay at premium hotels including MGM Grand Las Vegas and Millennium Broadway NYC. Pure vegetarian meals with diverse cuisines throughout. All major attractions, tips, and resort fees included. Serving tourism since 1983 with safe, sound, and secured travel.

DEPARTURE DATES 2026

May: 4, 15

Limited departures – book early!

Highlights of Tour

EXCLUSIVELY WITH GEM TRAVELS – UNIQUE EXPERIENCES:

CALIFORNIA COASTAL JOURNEY:

Route 101 scenic drive along Pacific Coast
Danish Town Solvang – feed and play with over 100 ostriches
Hearst Castle – among the few castles in America
17 Mile Drive with Pebble Beach National Park
Muir Woods National Park – world’s tallest trees (Redwood Forest)
Drive through Napa Valley wine country
Mammoth Lake with Panorama Gondola (11,053 ft elevation)
Lake Tahoe boat cruise – crystal-clear alpine waters

LAS VEGAS & GRAND CANYON:

Death Valley scenic drive – otherworldly landscapes
Fremont Street Light Show
1.5-hour limo ride on The Strip
Scenic helicopter ride over Las Vegas
Stratosphere Tower entrance
Hoover Dam engineering marvel
Grand Canyon with Skywalk – glass walkway above canyon depths

FLORIDA ADVENTURES:

Everglades National Park air boat cruise – 150,000 alligators (highest number on Earth!)
Key West – world’s longest road with ocean on both sides (118 miles) – most unique USA drive
Kennedy Space Center – NASA missions, possible rocket launch viewing
Epcot Center Disney – technology, world cultures, international cuisine
Busch Gardens Tampa – thrilling roller coasters, exotic animals

EAST COAST HIGHLIGHTS:

Niagara Falls jet boat ride (45 minutes)
Maid of the Mist boat under falls
Cave of the Winds close-up experience
Hershey’s Chocolate Factory World
Luray Caverns exploration
Air and Space Museum Washington DC
Atlantic City – “Vegas of the East Coast”
Siddhachalam Temple – first and biggest Jain Tirtha outside India

NEW YORK CITY:

Beast Ride high-speed Hudson River cruise
Statue of Liberty cruise
Summit One Vanderbilt Observation Deck – panoramic city views
Times Square, 5th Avenue shopping, Central Park

LOS ANGELES:

Universal Studios full day – movie magic, thrilling rides
Rodeo Drive, Beverly Hills, Hollywood Sign
Chinese Theatre, Walk of Fame, Dolby Theatre
Santa Monica Pier, Griffith Observatory

SAN FRANCISCO:

Alcatraz island prison visit with boat ride
Golden Gate Bridge crossing
Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Lombard Street
Cable car rides

ACCOMMODATION (23 Nights):

Los Angeles: 3N – Holiday Inn La Mirada or similar
Monterey: 1N – The Monterey Hotel or similar
San Francisco: 2N – Riu Plaza Fisherman’s Wharf or similar
Lake Tahoe: 1N – Bally’s (Mt. Blue) or similar
Mammoth Lake: 1N – Mammoth Mountain Inn or similar
Las Vegas: 3N – MGM Grand Hotel or similar
Miami: 2N – South Beach Hotel or similar
Orlando: 3N – Four Point Sheraton International Drive or similar
Niagara Falls: 1N – Wingate by Wyndham or similar
Washington DC: 2N – Holiday Inn Alexandria at Carlyle or similar
Atlantic City: 1N – Harrah’s Resort or similar
New York City: 2N – Millennium Broadway Times Square or similar
Overnight in flight: 1N

DIVERSE CUISINE MENU: Indian, Mexican, Continental, American, Lebanese, Chinese, Thai, Chaat, South Indian, Gujarati throughout tour

Included/Excluded

Itinerary

Arrive Los Angeles International Airport at 3 PM. Meet tour manager. Transfer to hotel, check-in. Evening delicious dinner at Indian restaurant.
Overnight: Los Angeles

Entire day at Universal Studios – movie magic comes to life! Thrilling rides, captivating shows, behind-the-scenes tours transporting you into heart of Hollywood.
Overnight: Los Angeles

Morning scenic iconic 17 Mile Drive. Proceed to San Francisco, check-in hotel. Evening city tour: Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Lombard Street.
Overnight: San Francisco

Visit Alcatraz – infamous island prison with notorious inmates, daring escapes. Drive across iconic Golden Gate Bridge – engineering marvel. Head to Muir Woods National Monument – walk among towering ancient redwoods, experience nature’s grandeur.
Overnight: San Francisco

Journey to breathtaking Lake Tahoe – crystal-clear waters, stunning alpine scenery. Optional activities: hiking, relaxing by pristine shores. Evening Lake Tahoe boat cruise. Serene beauty, fresh mountain air.
Overnight: Lake Tahoe

Travel to Mammoth Lakes – picturesque town in Sierra Nevada mountains. Discover stunning landscapes. Aerial ride up Mammoth Mountain on Panorama Gondola to 11,053 ft elevation. Explore fun at top.
Overnight: Mammoth Lakes

Journey through breathtaking Death Valley landscapes – otherworldly scenery, vast sand dunes, unique rock formations. Marvel at dramatic views, extreme conditions. Arrive vibrant Las Vegas – dazzling lights, world-class entertainment. Experience captivating Fremont Street Light Show.
Overnight: Las Vegas

Explore dazzling Las Vegas Strip. Enjoy 1.5-hour luxury limo ride along The Strip. Scenic helicopter ride over Las Vegas – aerial views of iconic landmarks. Visit Stratosphere Tower. Evening free for shows, casinos, entertainment.
Overnight: Las Vegas

Venture to Hoover Dam – marvel at engineering marvel. Head to Grand Canyon for unforgettable Skywalk experience – walking on glass above canyon’s depths. Breathtaking views.
Overnight: Las Vegas

Day of shopping at premium factory outlets – great deals on designer brands, souvenirs. Evening night flight to Miami.
Overnight: In flight

Explore Miami’s vibrant North and South Beaches – beautiful sands, lively atmosphere. Discover historic Gables area, comprehensive city tour. Visit Everglades National Park – unique “river of grass” ecosystem, home to 150,000 alligators! Experience airboat ride through fascinating landscape.
Overnight: Miami

Day trip to Key West – scenic Overseas Highway. Enjoy drive with water on both sides for 118 miles – world’s longest ocean road, most unique USA drive! At road’s end, see Cuba on clear day. Explore charming streets, vibrant culture.
Overnight: Miami

Travel to Kennedy Space Center – learn about NASA space missions, possibly see rocket launch if timed right! Continue to Orlando for exciting stay.
Overnight: Orlando

Spend day at Epcot Center – explore fascinating pavilions, experience wonders of technology, world cultures. Thrilling rides, innovative exhibits, international cuisine.
Overnight: Orlando

Head to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay – premier theme park with thrilling roller coasters, exciting attractions, captivating live shows. Adrenaline-pumping rides, encounter exotic animals, family-friendly entertainment.
Overnight: Orlando

Morning flight to Buffalo. Visit majestic Niagara Falls. Experience awe-inspiring power with 45-minute jet boat ride close to cascades. Cave of the Winds close-up experience. Maid of the Mist boat ride under falls.
Overnight: Niagara Falls area

Travel to Hershey, Pennsylvania. Visit Hershey’s Chocolate World – learn chocolate history, interactive exhibits, delicious treats. Sweet day for all ages! Continue to Washington DC.
Overnight: Washington DC

After breakfast, visit iconic Luray Caverns. Later explore Washington DC – National Air and Space Museum, city tour including Capitol Hill, White House. Learn nation’s history, see iconic landmarks.
Overnight: Washington DC

Visit Philadelphia – rich history including Liberty Bell, Independence Hall. Evening head to Atlantic City – “Vegas of the East Coast” for night of entertainment, excitement.
Overnight: Atlantic City

After breakfast, visit Siddhachalam Jain Temple – biggest Jain Temple in USA. Arrive New York City, exciting city tour. Explore iconic 5th Avenue – luxury shops, vibrant atmosphere. Stroll Central Park serene landscapes. Experience dazzling Times Square lights.
Overnight: New York City

Start day with exhilarating Beast Ride – cruise along Hudson River. Embark on Statue of Liberty cruise – stunning views of iconic landmark. Conclude at Summit One Vanderbilt – breathtaking panoramic city skyline views from one of NYC’s tallest buildings.
Overnight: New York City