Grand Canyon Railway & Treasures of Route 66

Ride the rails from Williams, AZ to the Grand Canyon and discover hidden treasures of historic Route 66

 

Experience a world of wonder on this unforgettable five-day journey through the heart of the American Southwest—where legend, landscape, and living history converge in a sweeping story written in stone, sky, and time itself. From the first glimpse of the Grand Canyon to the charm of historic Route 66 during it's 100th year celebration, each experience is thoughtfully woven together to inspire a sense of awe, curiosity, and connection to the landscapes and stories that define the West.

 

Your journey begins with a refreshing evening along the Colorado River in Laughlin, Nevada, where you’ll settle in and enjoy a scenic dinner cruise. As the sun sets and the river reflects the soft desert light, it’s a peaceful and welcoming introduction to the adventure ahead.

 

At the heart of the tour stands the Grand Canyon, a place so vast and extraordinary it truly must be seen to be believed. Your approach aboard the historic Grand Canyon Railway adds to the experience, offering a nostalgic ride along tracks that have carried travelers to the canyon’s rim for over a century. Along the South Rim, a guided exploration by motor coach reveals its most iconic viewpoints, where endless layers of color stretch across the horizon and the story of this natural wonder comes vividly to life.

Another remarkable highlight awaits at the Grand Canyon Caverns, where an elevator carries you into one of the largest dry cavern systems in the United States. This rare and well-preserved environment offers a fascinating look at an ancient underground world, accessible in a comfortable and unique way.

 

The spirit of Route 66 is felt throughout the journey, as you travel along portions of this legendary highway and experience several of its most memorable highlights throughout the trip. In Kingman, the Route 66 Museum offers a deeper look into the road’s enduring legacy, while an authentic 50s diner experience captures the nostalgia and flavor of classic American travel.

 

Historic and cultural moments continue at the General Patton Museum, where the desert’s World War II history is brought into focus, and in the Old West town of Oatman, where wooden boardwalks and free-roaming wild burros create a scene from another time. In Lake Havasu City, the iconic London Bridge stands as a fascinating landmark, carefully relocated from England and rebuilt stone by stone in the Arizona desert.

 

With accommodations in Laughlin, Williams, and Lake Havasu, along with nine included meals, this thoughtfully designed journey blends natural beauty, rich history, and the timeless allure of Route 66’s 100-year legacy into an experience that captures the true spirit of the American West.

 

Tour Fare:

• $2195 per person double occupancy

• $2525  per person single occupancy

 

Early Booking Savings:

• Be one of the first 20 guests to book and save $100 per person off the above fare

• Be one of guests 21-30 to book and save $75 per person off the above fare

 

Make your tour completely refundable

 

Deposit and Final Payment:

A deposit of $150 per person is due at time of booking. Balance is due by August 12.

 

 

Laughlin, NV

 

Welcome Dinner Cruise on the Colorado River

 

Unexpected wildlife encounters

 

Tour the Grand Canyon Caverns

 

Iconic Route 66 stop in Seligman

 

Ride the rails from Williams, AZ to the the Grand Canyon's South Rim

 

 

Wild donkey "window shopping" in Route 66's historic Oatman, AZ

 

Wild donkeys roam the streets of historic Oatman, AZ

 

Famous London Bridge, Lake Havasu

 

Patton Museum

Tour Manager:

• Patti Foley*

 

*Tour Manager is subject to change without notice.

 

Activity Level: High

• This tour involves walking on uneven, unpaved, and inclined surfaces at at various locations. Throughout the sightseeing portions of this tour there are many instances of embarking and disembarking the coach stairs and walking from the coach to the viewpoints, though walking is mostly at your own pace. The booking client is responsible for sharing this information with all companions traveling in their party prior to placing a booking.

 

Highest Elevation

• This tour involves sustained elevations of 6,700 to 7,000 feet

 

What's Included in the Tour Fare

• Round-trip luxury motor coach transportation

• Professional motor coach driver

• Professional Tour Manager throughout the tour

• Bottled water and snacks on the coach

• Dinner cruise on the Colorado River

• Full day Grand Canyon experience, including:

             - Round-trip Grand Canyon Railway excursion from Williams to the South Rim

             - Motor coach tour along the South Rim of the Grand Canyon

             - Lunch at Maswic Lodge

• General Patton Memorial Museum

• 4 nights accommodations:

           - Night 1: Aquarius Casino Hotel, Laughlin, NV           

           - Night 2 & 3: Grand Canyon Railway Hotel, Williams, AZ

           - Night 4: London Bridge Resort, Lake Havasu City, AZ

• 9 meals: 2 breakfasts, 4 lunches, and 3 dinners

• Route 66 Highlights Include:

           - Visit the iconic Hackberry General Store

           - Guided tour inside the mysterious Grand Canyon Caverns

           - Delgadillo’s Snow Cap Drive-In, one of the most iconic and quirky Route 66 roadside stops

           - Arizona Route 66 Museum in Kingman, AZ

           - Historic Oatman, AZ, with its wild burros roaming the streets

 

What's Not Included in the Tour Fare

• Meals not listed as included on the itinerary

• Cancellation Protection Plan or Travel Insurance

• Room incidentals and personal items

• Alcoholic beverages

• Gratuities for the Tour Manager and driver

 

How to Book Your Reservation

• Making your reservation is easy. Simply click the Book Now button above to select your date and confirm your space online, 24/7. You can also call the DayTripper Tours reservations department at (619) 334-3394 during business hours of M-F, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

 

Deposit and final Payment

• A deposit of $150 per person is required to secure your booking, with the final balance due 45 days prior to departure.

 

Smartphones

• Although not necessary to fully enjoy your trip, a personal smartphone and personal ear buds can greatly enhance your tour experience. Take high-quality photos, share your experience on social media in real time, search for nearby restaurants and topics of interest, set reminders, post your real-time experience to your Facebook friends, and much more.

 

45-Day Cancellation Deadline

• If you purchased the Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) before the cancellation deadline, your tour is fully refundable up until two hours prior to the tour departure time (see below). If you did not purchase the CPP you may cancel your booking forty-five (45) or more days prior to the departure date to receive a refund less a $100 per person cancellation fee. Alternatively, when you cancel your booking forty-five (45) or more days prior to the departure date, we can waive the cancellation fee and transfer the full amount to another tour or a non-refundable voucher, which can be applied to any future excursion booked within one year of the original tour date. Cancellations within 45 days of departure are nonrefundable and nontransferable for any reason if you did not purchase the CPP.

• Passenger name changes, deviations, or other changes made by the passenger after the final payment deadline has passed will be assessed a $50 per person change fee plus any fees incurred by the service providers. No refunds, transfers or credits can be issued for any reason on bookings canceled after the cancellation deadline.

 

Optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) - Cancel for any reason and receive a full refund.

• DayTripper Tours offers an optional Cancellation Protection Plan (CPP) for this tour. The CPP allows you to cancel your reservation for any reason at least two hours prior to your scheduled departure time for a full refund (less the cost of the CPP). The CPP may be purchased prior to the tour’s stated cancellation deadline. To cancel your reservation, please call (619) 334-3394 during business hours to notify a reservations agent, or leave a time-stamped voice message after hours at least one hour prior to your scheduled departure time, and your refund will be processed. CPP does not cover the single supplement of the remaining traveler when a traveling companion cancels from a double occupancy reservation. The CPP is not insurance, but rather an agreed-upon cancellation fee paid in advance for the right to cancel a reservation according to the terms stated in this clause. Protect yourself even further with Travel Insurance (see below). CPP is not offered on tours that include air, rail, or cruise line transportation.

 

Protect Your Investment with Travel Insurance

• At DayTripper Tours, we recommend you purchase insurance to help protect against unforeseen events such as flight delays, baggage loss, or even sudden sickness or injury, all of which could impact your excursion. In today’s ever-changing travel environment, you can relax and enjoy your trip with the security of knowing those unexpected circumstances are covered by a travel protection plan. You can purchase travel insurance from any company you choose; however, for your convenience, we offer travel protection through Travelex Insurance Services (CA Agency License #0D10209). For more information and to receive a quote, click here. Please note: Your policy must be purchased on or before the date you submit your final payment for the tour in order to be eligible for the pre-existing medical condition exclusion waiver.

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