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Mt Rushmore
Created at the top of a 425 m (1,400 ft) piece of granite, Mt Rushmore is one of the largest carvings ever created on earth and is one of the symbols and icons of the United States as well as being on of its most well known landmarks. The sculptor, Gutzon Borglum, had intended to carve the four US Presidents down to their waists but he died before he could complete the work. The faces are each 18 m (... more »
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Sioux Falls
by – Alex McCarty, Tour Manager, North America The city of Sioux Falls gets its name from a scenic waterfall that was frequented by American Indians in pre-colonial days. The falls themselves are not large in scale when comparing to Niagara, but what makes them so scenic are the unique rock formations in the area that have been eroded by the running water. The park in which Sioux Falls is lo... more »
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San Francisco
by – Jordan Allen, Tour Manager, North America Welcome to the West’s most ‘Eastern’ city. San Francisco, USA is a city that sprung up overnight following the discovery of gold, a city that has rebuilt itself in the wake of devastating earthquakes, and a city that prides itself on its cultural and ethnic diversity. There is never a shortage of things to do in San Fra... more »
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Transport – North America
Our modern, air conditioned coaches have been selected by Contiki with your comfort, safety and scenic viewing in mind. All our coaches in the USA and Canada are fitted with video and/or DVD players and monitors as well as stereo sound systems and capabilities to play CD’s, I-pods, other MP3 players and the like. Contiki does not reserve or allocate seating on any of our... more »
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ATM's and cash machines - North America
More Tour and Travel Advice for the USA and Canada by – Angie, Tour Manager, North America Accessing money is hardly ever a problem. There are banks, Western Unions, and ATMs along the tour. Something to double-check prior to leaving is that your ATM card is able to be used in the United States.
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Arrival times - North America
More Tour and Travel Advice for the USA and Canada As much as you probably won’t want it to, the tour has got to end some time. Weather, traffic and other external factors out of our control may effect arrival times, therefore these times should be used as a general guide. Finishing at the Stovalls Inn, Anaheim Tours finishing in Anaheim should arrive at... more »
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Baseball
Take me out to the ball game! It is America’s National Sport. For a true taste of US sporting culture nothing beats sitting in the stands, eating a hot dog, taking the 7th inning stretch and maybe even catching a foul ball. Although going to a game is not scheduled on any tours, there is loads of free time on tours to hit up a game in cities and teams like the Anaheim Angels, Boston Red Sox, Chicag... more »
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