USA Experience

Combine adventure, culture, a bit of New Orleans jazz and some incredible scenery and you’ve got a real American adventure! Explore everything from DC and the Deep South to the bright lights of Las Vegas!

General Info

Day: 1-8 New York to Louisiana

Explore the best of America's Capital - from the Smithsonian Museum to the Lincoln Memorial, before heading on to the rolling green slopes of the Appalachian Mountains in Virginia. In Tennessee you’ll also have the option to set off on a white water rafting trip. Get taste of true southern hospitality and country tunes in Alabama and Mississippi, then it’s on to Louisiana, home of the Big Easy & Bourbon Street where jazz is the name of the game! Round off your week in Louisiana with an optional choice of a swamp tour through the bayous of Cajun country and 4 nights in Texas!

Day: 9-16 San Antonio to Grand Canyon National Park

Check out the Alamo, symbol of Texan pride and independence from Mexico, delight your taste buds with spicy fajitas and tacos, wander through Carlsbad Caverns, visit the famous Roswell UFO Museum, and head into desert to see the iconic Monument Valley, home to amazing buttes, massive mesas and ancient Navajo secrets.

Last but not least a trip to one of America’s world renowned Grand Canyon. Hike along the rim at sunrise, take on the Bright Angel Trail to Plateau Point and prepare to be dazzled by the incredible natural beauty!

Day: 17-21 Lake Powell to Los Angeles

Admire the deep blue waters of Lake Powell, a stunning man-made desert oasis before journeying on to Zion National Park, where you’ll find that tricky treks lead to amazing and very worthwhile views! After all of that outdoor scenery it’s time to hit the city and check out Las Vegas; cruise the strip in a super-stretch limo, feast your eyes on the sea of neon or try your luck at the casinos. Cap it all off with a drive across the desert to LA, soak up the California sun and chill on the beach before you say goodbye to the USA!

What's included?

* Services of a tour leader
* All camping fees and equipment
* Transportation
* Limo in Las Vegas
* Alien spotting in Roswell
* Admission to all national parks and monuments

What's not included?

* International flights
* Travel insurance
* Spending money
* Food

Benefits:

Prices range depending on activity and duration. Volunteering starts from £389 for 2 weeks, Adventure Travel starts from £799 for 2 weeks and our Paid Work options start from £299 for up to 12 months. All trips come with, accommodation, some food, transfers, support and back up in-country and 24/7 emergency contact numbers. Before you leave full comprehensive information is provided through an Online Accounts and our expert travel advisers are always available to give help and advice.

Requirements:

There are no specific qualifications or requirements needed to take part on this trip. We do however require that all travellers have a sense responsibility for other travellers, project staff and local community and most importantly... a sense of fun and adventure!

Info

Activities:

Gap year / Career break / Travel Tours / Adventure / Extreme Travel

Location:

Various locations across the USA

Countries:

United States

Duration / Dates

Duration:

21 days

Start Dates:

Real Gap Experience offer gap years, career breaks and adventure travel from 2 weeks to 2 years with weekly/monthly departures for most trips that aren’t dependant on seasons or weather to operate. Set departure dates means you’re always together with other young like-minded travellers and making new friends is guaranteed.

Booking / Enquiry

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