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.

All these highlights along with city sightseeing are included in your tour price!
Included
New York: Panoramic View of New York City; Travel through the Lincoln Tunnel into Manhattan; See the Lincoln Center for performing arts
Philadelphia: See the Liberty Bell & Independence Hall
Annapolis: Guided tour of the US Naval Academy
Washington DC: Visit historic Richmond, VA; Evening Illuminations Tour; Visit John F. Kennedy's Grave & the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery; See the Changing of the Guard; See the Pentagon, White House, Capital Building, Library of Congress & Washington Monument; See the Lincoln, Jefferson, Vietnam, FDR & Korean Memorials; Visit the Smithsonian Museums of Natural History, Air & Space and American History; Visit the F.B.I & International Spy Museums
Raleigh: See the state capital building
Charleston: See this historic 'southern' town
Savannah: City sightseeing tour; See the historic city squares, homes & gardens made famous by the film 'Forrest Gump'; Enjoy nightlife along the riverfront
St. Augustine: Tour America's oldest city; Visit Castillo de San Marcos National Monument America's 300 year old fortress
Kennedy Space Center: Tour Kennedy Space Center; See the Saturn V rocket & Space Shuttle launch pads; Hear the history of the Apollo moon landing
Orlando: Transfers to the Amusement Parks; Visit the entertainment area of Old Town
Pensacola: Relax on Florida beaches in the Gulf of Mexico
Alabama: See the retired battleship USS Alabama
New Orleans: See the French Quarter, Jackson Square & the French Market; See the Garden District Mansions; Enjoy the nightlife of Bourbon Street

Accommodations
11 nights in twin-share hotel accommodation
Breakfasts (B) and Dinners (D) – as per itinerary

Contiki Difference
Experienced Tour Managers and Drivers
Modern air conditioned coach with toilet, reclining seats and video
Visit 13 States: Louisiana; Mississippi; Alabama; Florida; Georgia; South Carolina; North Carolina; Virginia; Maryland; Delaware; Pennsylvania; New Jersey; New York

New Orleans
Mississippi Cruise (US$52.00)
    An evening spent cruising down the Mississippi River on an old-fashioned riverboat. A full Creole dinner and a live jazz band are the entertainment for this evening.
New Orleans School of Cooking (US$25.00)
    Experience the food and folklore of New Orleans at this fun and tasteful lunch time demonstration! Watch well known local chefs, skilled in the arts and traditions of Cajun and Creole cuisine, prepare classics such as Jambalaya, Gumbo, Corn & Crab Bisque, and Pralines. Learn the history and trivia behind some of the city's unique dishes and hear tall tales about the recipies that made New Orleans cuisine famous.

Orlando
Disneyworld 1 Day Pass (US$71.00 per day)
    You have the choice to see the Magic Kingdom, the EPCOT Center, MGM Studios or the newly opened Animal Kingdom.

St. Augustine
Ghost Tour (US$8.00)
    Dare to experience this 90-minute night walking tour through the historic district of St. Augustine. You will learn some of the haunted history behind America's oldest city.

Savannah
Pirate's House Dinner (US$37.00)
    The Pirate's House first opened as an inn for seafarers and fast became the place to rendezvous for blood-thirsty pirates and sailors from the Seven Seas. Enjoy Savannah's most intriguing restaurant where the biggest treasure is the food, acclaimed for over three decades.
Hop on-Hop off sightseeing tour (US$21.00)
    See the sights, hear the history and visit the charming city squares on a comprehensive 90-minute tour of Georgia's First City. Whether you choose the express option or take advantage of all day on and off privileges at any of our 17 stops, you can be sure you'll "see the best first!" Highlights include: City Market, Forsyth Park, the Mercer House, Colonial Park Cemetery and the world famous River Street.

New York
New York City Pass (US$68.00)
    Visit 6 famous New York attractions for one-low-price! Includes tickets to Guggenheim Museum, American Museum of Natural History, The Museum of Modern Art, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, Empire State Observatory & audio tour and a 2-hour Circle Line Harbor Cruise at 42nd Street. Avoid most ticket lines and save money! Good for 9 days.

Contiki Souvenirs
USA Group Photo (US$16.00)
    There's no better way to remember the excellent times you've had and the new friendships that you've made than with an 8"x10" glossy photo of all the members of your tour.