Join us for the ultimate American road trip on U.S. Highway 66, popularly known as Route 66 or the “Mother Road.” Feel like you are traveling back in time as we visit historic places that evoke images of simpler times, mom and pop businesses, and the icons of a mobile nation on the road. From St. Louis to Santa Monica Pier, travel this famous road and see the well-preserved motels, diners, gas stations, and roadside attractions of a bygone era.
- The Blue Whale of Cartoosa
- National Route 66 Museum
- Cadillac Ranch
- Amarillo guided tour
- Petrified Forest National Park
- Mother Road Museum
- Santa Monica Pier
- Iconic photo opportunities
Day 1: JOPLIN, MO
Our journey on the Main Street of America stops at the Rt 66 Rocker (formerly the World’s Largest Rocking Chair) in Cuba, MO. After a visit to the 163-foot-wide waterfall at Grand Falls, arrive in Joplin for a guided tour of the town’s history, Route 66 Mural Park, and the hideout apartment of infamous outlaws Bonnie & Clyde. Overnight in Joplin. D
Day 2: OKLAHOMA CITY, OK
Continue into Oklahoma for a day filled with more classic Route 66 roadside attractions. Stop in Chelsea to marvel at the World’s Largest Concrete Totem Pole. Stop in Chandler to visit the Rt 66 Interpretive Center featuring artwork and memorabilia that showcases the beauty of Rt 66. Learn about the life of humorist Will Rogers as you visit his memorial museum in Claremore. Take photos of the famed roadside wonder The Blue Whale of Catoosa and the Old Round Barn in Arcadia before arriving in Oklahoma City for dinner and an overnight stay. B, D
Day 3: AMARILLO, TX
Capture the spirit of Route 66 at the National Route 66 Museum, the ultimate way to experience our nation’s most revered highway. Stop in Shamrock, TX, to visit the U-Drop-Inn Café before learning about the history of barb wire at the Devil’s Rope Museum in McLean. Join a local guide for a tour of Amarillo, including the must-stop at Cadillac Ranch to see 10 Cadillacs buried nose down and covered in spray paint graffiti. B, D
Day 4: GALLUP, NM
You’ve reached the halfway point of Route 66! Stop in Adrian, TX, for a photo at the iconic mid-point sign before continuing along the Mother Road to Albuquerque, NM. Enjoy a classic 50s-style blue plate special lunch at the 66 Diner, complete with their famous milkshake. Explore the history of racing during a guided tour at the Unser Racing Museum. Unpack for a 2-night stay at the historic El Rancho Hotel, which served as home base to movie stars who came to the desert for their films. B, L
Day 5: PETRIFIED FOREST
Spend the day exploring the Petrified Forest National Park, the world’s largest and most colorful collection of petrified wood, dating back 225 million years. Part of a natural travel corridor used for over 10,00 years, historic Rt 66 is its most famous road! After a stop at the Painted Desert Visitor Center and lunch on-your-own at the Painted Desert Diner, head out for a scenic drive through the park’s 28 miles, enjoying breathtaking views of the park’s Painted Desert vistas and colorful badlands. B, D
Day 6: KINGMAN, AZ
Our tour continues west to Arizona, home to the longest original stretch of Route 66. Enjoy photo stops at the classic Jack Rabbit Trading Post and “Standing on the Corner in Winslow, Arizona” before another diner-style lunch at Cruiser’s Route 66 Café. This evening, we visit Peach Springs, the inspiration for the Pixar movie Cars, before an overnight stay at the Route 66-themed Ramada Kingman in Kingman, AZ. B, L
Day 7: LAS VEGAS, NV
Explore Arizona’s Route 66 Museum, located on Andy Divine Road in historic Powerhouse before it’s full speed ahead to glittering Las Vegas. Visit the Hoover Dam before leisure time to explore the Strip. Take a group photo at the iconic “Welcome to Vegas” sign before arriving for dinner and an overnight stay at the iconic Golden Nugget Hotel and Casino. B, D
Day 8: LAS VEGAS, NV
Today is yours to explore Las Vegas at leisure! Your Sunrise Tour Director will help you plan a perfect day. B
Day 9: SANTA MONICA
Time for your last leg of this Rt 66 journey. In Barstow, visit the Mother Road Museum and Murals. Snap a picture at the official “End of the Trail” sign and visit the Last Stop Shop on iconic Santa Monica Pier. Enjoy breathtaking views, ocean breezes, and amusement park fun! Overnight in Los Angeles. B, D
Day 10: RETURN HOME B
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Night 1: Hampton Inn, Joplin, MO
Night 2: Hampton Inn, Oklahoma City, OK
Night 3: Fairfield Inn, Amarillo, TX
Nights 4-5: El Rancho Hotel, Gallup, NM
Night 6: Ramada, Kingman, AZ
Night 7-8: Golden Nugget Hotel, Las Vegas, NV
Night 9: Renaissance Hotel, Los Angeles, CA
Dates
- Departure: September 10, 2025
- Return: September 19, 2025
Price Per Person
- Double: $2,799
- Triple/Quad: $2,569
- Single: $3,339
*This tour departs via coach from STL/Springfield and returns via flight from LAX to STL/SGF
Itinerary Note
We visit small attractions and restaurants throughout this tour to capture the essence of classic Route 66. In the event of a closure, we will replace it with a comparable activity. In addition Route 66 is constantly adding new attractions, which may be added without prior notice.
Weather
This tour covers a long stretch of land and temperatures can vary greatly throughout the trip. We recommend being prepared for warm days and cool evenings.
Luggage & Dress
Make sure you have comfortable shoes! This tour requires a lot of walking.
Orange luggage tags are provided and are to be placed on your “checked luggage” (large bag). You do not need a tag for your carry-on bag, for which you will be responsible for taking on and off the coach. There is limited space in the cabin of the coach, so unless you require your carry-on bag while traveling, we will stow it in the luggage compartment.
Important Information
Each reservation requires a $250 per person deposit planning fee (exceptions may apply) to be credited toward your final payment. Some or all of your deposit may be non-refundable per our cancellation schedule noted in these Terms & Conditions below. We are happy to accept cash, check (preferred) or credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover) for your deposit.
Terms and Conditions:
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