Eastern Discovery (NY to NO)

• Overview
• Itinerary & Map
• Highlights & Optional Excursions
• Dates & Rates

Contiki's Eastern America tour will give you action and adventure, as well as time to chill out and unwind. From the relaxed beauty of the Southern States to the fast-paced lifestyle of the Northern hotspots, get a good taste of America! While you're up north, why not get consumed by the city that never sleeps, New York. And down South, get charmed by some traditional southern hospitality. Still craving more northern action? The Big Apple Explorer offers you the complete sights of the exciting city of New York.

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1. Day New York to Washington D.C.

   Let Freedom Ring! What an incredible beginning! Four fabulous East Coast states, two tantalizing cities, one U.S. military academy, and a coach load of new friends. We'll pop in on Annapolis, Maryland and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, both lovely and historic, on our way to where it all happens, Washington, D.C. Your jaw will drop at how beautiful this city is lit up at night during this evening's orientation tour that includes views of the White House and visits to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Capitol Building, and the Lincoln, Jefferson and FDR Memorials. Hotel (D)

2. Day Washington DC at Leisure

   Phew, so much to do in two days - you can see the White House, Capital Building, Washington Monument, and Library of Congress. There is also plenty of time to visit the Smithsonian museums - the Museum of Natural History, the National Air and Space Museum and the Museum of American History. Hotel (B,D)

3. Day Washington D.C. to Raleigh

   Southern Hospitality at its best. We leave Washington D.C on a thoughtful note as we visit the Kennedy gravesites and the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington National Cemetery on our way to North Carolina. We'll stop in historic Richmond, Virginia before arriving in Raleigh, North Carolina, your home tonight. Hotel (B,D)

4. Day Raleigh to Savannah

   Hi Y'all. Practice your best Southern drawl as you cross the Carolinas today into Georgia. Your road crew will introduce you to the charming city of Savannah and show you the historic squares where "Forest Gump" and "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil" were filmed. Tonight, why not join us for dinner at the Pirates House? (optional) After we'll head to the riverfront where the nightlife is way too tempting! Hotel (B)

5. Day Savannah to St. Augustine

   You'll have time to wander the historic squares of Savannah before heading into, America's oldest city, St. Augustine, Florida. Your road crew will introduce you to this historic city and you'll have time to explore the town. Tonight, join us for a ghostly adventure! (optional) Hotel (B,D)

6. Day St. Augustine to Cocoa Beach via Kennedy Space Center

   Today we drive south to Cocoa Beach and make a stop at Kennedy Space Center. Hotel (B)

7. Day Cocoa Beach to Miami

   We depart Cocoa Beach today and head south to Miami with a drive along Florida’s “Space Coast.” Hotel (B,D)

8. Day Miami at Leisure

   A free day to experience the exciting and global city of Miami. Relax by the beach, gaze at the breathtaking skyline or perhaps take up an afternoon of shopping. (B)

9. Day Miami to Orlando via the Everglades

   Today we leave Miami and venture north, with a drive through the country’s largest subtropical wilderness- the Everglades. Then, it’s on to Orlando. Hotel (B,D)

10. Day Orlando at leisure

    There are plenty of parks to choose from - Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure, Sea World, and the Walt Disney World complex including Magic Kingdom, EPCOT Centre, Animal Kingdom, and the Disney - MGM Studios. For nightlife, why not try Disney's Pleasure Island or Universal's City Walk. Hotel (B)

11. Day Orlando to Pensacola

    Life's a Beach. After two days of fun in Orlando, you'll need a day to rest on the beautiful, white, sandy beaches of Florida's Panhandle on the Gulf of Mexico. Hotel (D)

12. Day Pensacola to New Orleans

    Let the Good Time Roll! Today you will cross the states of Mississippi and Alabama, as we make our way to New Orleans. We'll introduce you to New Orleans, one of America's most uniques cities,with a orientation tour. Then you'll have the chance to explore the Louisiana Swamps on an airboat. Afterwards look out Bourbon Street here we come! Hotel (B)

13. Day New Orleans

    Au revoir. There is time to exchange email addresses and contact details as your tour ends after breakfast. (B)