USA: LA to Miami | 2026
USA: LA to Miami | 2026
USA: LA to Miami | 2026
21 Days Starting in Los Angeles, USA and ending in Miami, USA
Visiting: Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Santa Fe, Amarillo, Fort Worth, Dallas/Fort Worth, Memphis, New Orleans, Panama City Beach, Orlando, Miami
Tour operator:
Tour code:
GSLA26
Specialist Group:
18-30 Somethings
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey from Los Angeles to Miami on this 21-day adventure across the USA. Begin your trip in the glitz and glamour of LA, exploring iconic sites like the Walk of Fame and Sunset Boulevard. Experience the vibrant nightlife of Las Vegas, marvel at the natural wonder of the Grand Canyon, and delve into the rich cultural tapestry of Monument Valley. Discover the musical roots of Memphis, the lively streets of New Orleans, and the magical world of Orlando's Universal Studios. Conclude your journey in the tropical paradise of Miami, where you can unwind with mojitos and savor Cuban cuisine. With comfortable accommodations, included meals, and a host of iconic experiences, this tour offers a perfect blend of urban excitement, natural beauty, and cultural exploration.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Start Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles
Accommodation: Kawada Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Kawada Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
Welcome to LA, home to celeb-swamped suburbs, blistering beaches, open-air gyms and of course, all things Hollywood. We’ll start our West Coast adventure with a visit to Beverly Hills, plus Venice Beach and a wander around Santa Monica. Does it get more star-studded than this? We think not.
Day 2: Los Angeles
Location: Los Angeles
Accommodation: Kawada Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Kawada Hotel (or similar)
Today is yours to explore. You can opt to visit Disneyland, see what’s popping at the LA Live entertainment venue, or do some shopping at the garment district. And let's not forget epic Grammy Museum that showcases some of the best musical artists in the world. No wonder LA is the entertainment centre of the world.
Day 3: Los Angeles To Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Accommodation: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
Accommodation Name: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
We'll kick things off today in the famed City of Angels, where we'll set off through the Mojave Desert, marveling at the majestic Joshua Trees, before reaching the one and only Las Vegas. On arrival we'll cruise the iconic strip & check out the Vegas sign. Tonight, choose to hang out around Fremont Street or opt for a VIP nightclub experience for the kind of glitzy night out that only Vegas can provide.
Day 4: Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Accommodation: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
Accommodation Name: The Strat Hotel & Casino (or similar)
You're in Vegas, baby! And the city's weird & wonderful charm isn't going to uncover itself. This morning, you can choose to head out in the Mojave Desert on an ATV! And in the evening, experience the grandeur of the city's opulent casinos as we stroll down the strip and dance the night away. It's the perfect way to bond with your Contiki family, Vegas style.
Day 5: Las Vegas To The Grand Canyon
Location: Grand Canyon
Accommodation: Red Feather Lodge (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Red Feather Lodge (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we'll leave the glittering lights of Vegas behind for something even more jaw-dropping. Cruising the historic route 66, we'll stop for some photo ops before reaching the Grand Canyon National Park (entrance included, naturally). We've arrived at another one of our jaw-dropping highlights of this trip... The Grand Canyon! We'll drop our bags off at the Red Feather Lodge and get a good night's sleep. Better be well-rested to welcome the awe-inspiring adventure that awaits us!
Day 6: The Grand Canyon
Location: Grand Canyon
Accommodation: Red Feather Lodge (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Red Feather Lodge (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we’ll have a free day to spend in the Grand Canyon National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site). We’ll hike (and bike) through the exposed rock, feel our spines tingle on a unique helicopter ride(!), and then gather in the evening to watch one of the world’s most mesmerising sunsets.
Day 7: Grand Canyon To Durango Via Monument Valley
Location: Grand Canyon
Accommodation: Days Inn by Wyndham (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Days Inn by Wyndham (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
With the beauty of the Grand Canyon imprinted on our brains forever, we'll journey past some Wild Western landscapes towards... This monumental place has an iconic cluster of sandstone buttes, and we'll get a chance to visit the Monument Valley Tribal park as we wind our way through the Rocky Mountains We've arrived in our home for the evening, Colorado's adventure capital: Durango
Day 8: Durango To Santa Fe
Location: Santa Fe
Accommodation: The Lodge at Santa Fe (or similar)
Accommodation Name: The Lodge at Santa Fe (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
The great outdoors is a way of life in Durango with adrenaline pumping river rafting on offer to you and your fellow thrill seekers. This afternoon it’s a total change of scenery when we enter New Mexico, where sun-baked earthen brick buildings stand out against the bright blue sky. Boasting influences from Mexico, Spain, and Native American cultures, historic Santa Fe is a true melting pot of culture. Take a walk around town to see interesting styles of architecture, shop for beautiful turquoise jewellery in the market and sample all of the different types of regional food on offer.
Day 9: Santa Fe To Amarillo
Location: Amarillo
Accommodation: Big Texan Inn (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Big Texan Inn (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Rise and shine! Does anyone know the way to Amarillo? We're headed to this larger than life city this morning. In true Americana Style, we'll visit Cadillac Ranch – a unique art exhibit celebrating the golden age of Cadillacs. Tonight, you can try the ‘Big Texan Steak Challenge’ for a true ‘Man vs Food’ moment. Eternal glory awaits anyone who can finish this Texas-sized meal in one hour or less.
Day 10: Amarillo To Fort Worth
Location: Fort Worth
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Worth Downtown (or Similar)
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Worth Downtown (or Similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We'll say farewell to Amarillo and sweet Marie today as we head towards a Texan icon. Here in the land of leather boots & Cadillacs, you'll soon learn that ‘bigger is better' is a way of life. An overnight stay in the cowboy town of Fort Worth will give you the full Texan experience.
Day 11: Dallas/Fort Worth
Location: Dallas/Fort Worth
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Worth Downtown (or Similar)
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Express & Suites Fort Worth Downtown (or Similar)
Today we'll dive deep into the Texan way of life. We'll see a cattle drive, visit the Dealey Plaza and have the option to see the 6th floor museum.
Day 12: Dallas/Fort Worth To Memphis
Location: Memphis
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Swinging past Little Rock High School, a historic site of the Civil Rights movement, we'll head to a place with a big rock 'n roll heritage. We'll get a city orientation of musical Memphis this afternoon, with a whole day of sightseeing awaiting us tomorrow.
Day 13: Memphis
Location: Memphis
Accommodation: Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Crowne Plaza Memphis Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today's the day to get into the history of music your way. We'll start with a visit to Sun Studios where Elvis recorded his very first song. Want more? Why not check out Graceland, the home of the King, or the Rock and Soul Museum.
Day 14: Memphis To New Orleans
Location: New Orleans
Accommodation: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)
Accommodation Name: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
We'll say farewell to Memphis today as we head to somewhere with a meaty musical heritage of its own. After some free time to explore this hearteningly soulful city, we’ll turn up the volume and hit Bourbon Street to sample the live music and lively bar culture. This evening, venture out for a New Orleans dinner, to taste all the melting pot of flavours this fascinating place has to offer.
Day 15: New Orleans
Location: New Orleans
Accommodation: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)
Accommodation Name: La Quinta Inn and Suites New Orleans Downtown (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Now that you know New Orleans like one of the locals, it's your day to do your own thing. Stroll down Frenchmen street for the sounds of jazz and funk, head to the vast grassy oasis of the city park or check out the New Orleans museum of art for an extensive collection of gorgeous French masterpieces. Our recommendation? Head to the French Quarter for some classic gumbo, or experience your own Airboat adventure.
Day 16: New Orleans To Panama City Beach
Location: Panama City Beach
Accommodation: Baymont by Wyndham Panama City Beach (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Baymont by Wyndham Panama City Beach (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Leaving New Orleans won't be easy, but knowing we're bound for one of the “world's most beautiful beaches” helps. There's only one way to test the rumours, so we'll take a dip in the crystal clear waters and kick back on the pure white sands of Panama City Beach.
Day 17: Panama City Beach To Orlando
Location: Orlando
Accommodation: Baymont by Wyndham Universal Blvd (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Baymont by Wyndham Universal Blvd (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Tear yourself away from the beach, there are exciting times ahead! We arrive in Orlando today with a trip to Universal Studios on the cards. We hope you budgeted for butterbeer.
Day 18: Orlando
Location: Orlando
Accommodation: Baymont by Wyndham Universal Blvd (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Baymont by Wyndham Universal Blvd (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today is your opportunity to visit the epic Universal Studios, where you can visit Diagon Alley, splash around in the vast water park or visit the islands of adventure. There's something for everyone in this dizzying spectacle of rides, film and entertainment.
Day 19: Orlando To Miami
Location: Miami
Accommodation: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
We'll venture south to glamorous Miami today. A little mouthwatering Cuban cuisine will get us in the mood with a delicious regional group deal setting the scene for two full days of art deco & celeb-spotting in this tropical paradise. For anyone looking for an adrenaline rush, the option is there for a Thriller Speedboat across the bay.
Day 20: Miami
Location: Miami
Accommodation: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Accommodation Name: Catalina Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
It's time for some magical Miami sightseeing today. We'll head downtown and of course the South Beach. Foodies have the chance to jump on a food walking tour of Little Havana. Other options up for grabs are a bike down the beach or a party in the city where the heat is on.
Day 21: End Miami
Location: Miami
Meals Included: Breakfast
Time to say goodbye to your crew. It's been a blast, but all good things must come to an end. With our sun-kissed skin and eyes on the next horizon, it's time to plan our next Contiki. Peru, anyone?
What's Included
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Transportation
Travel across the USA from Los Angeles to Miami with comfortable transportation provided between each exciting location.
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Accommodation
Stay in comfort at a variety of accommodations including the Kawada Hotel in Los Angeles, The Strat Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, and the Catalina Hotel in Miami, among others.
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Dining
Enjoy 7 dinners and 15 breakfasts during the tour.
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Included Experiences
Experience iconic destinations such as Los Angeles, Las Vegas, the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Amarillo, Dallas, Fort Worth, Memphis, New Orleans, Orlando, and Miami with various included activities and sightseeing opportunities.
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Grand Canyon Entrance
Entrance to the Grand Canyon National Park is included.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as visiting Disneyland, ATV rides in the Mojave Desert, and a helicopter ride over the Grand Canyon are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as shopping, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Flights
International and domestic flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.
Dining Summary
- 7 Dinner (D)
- 15 Breakfast (B)
Included Experience
- Los Angeles: This needs no introduction. See the palm-lined playground of the rich and famous!
- Los Angeles: Follow the lead of music icons through the decades and hang out on this infamous stretch of Sunset Boulevard.
- Los Angeles: Photo op! Ramble around the iconic pink stars and hunt down your favourite celebs.
- Los Angeles: A trip to Cali isn’t complete without seeing this boho beach town. Complete with its famous skate plaza and bodybuilders.
- Los Angeles: Soak up those cool Cali vibes and explore the iconic pier and array of boutiques, bars and eateries.
- Las Vegas: Where else would you find the Eiffel Tower and a Sphinx on the same street? See all the weird and wonderful Vegas highlights.
- Las Vegas: Just when you thought Vegas couldn’t get any crazier, this nightly light show comes along and proves you wrong. Intense!
- Grand Canyon: Don’t just believe the hype. See it IRL. Tick this incredible natural wonder of the world off your bucket list.
- Monument Valley: You’ll instantly recognise the red landscape from the movies. Plus, you’ll get a glimpse into the Native American way of life.
- Amarillo: A rainbow-coloured art installation. Made from Cadillacs in the desert. That glows in the dark. Why the heck not?
- Dallas: Always wanted to know what it was like to live in the Wild West? Welcome to cowboy town.
- Fort Worth: Our trip to the Fort Worth stockyards just took a turn for the tasty, with a delicious BBQ dinner coming our way this evening.
- Memphis: This iconic block of clubs and restaurants is a melting pot of blues, jazz, R&B, rock and gospel. And every muso’s dream.
- Memphis: Visit the birthplace of rock ’n’ roll. Where Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash recorded their major records.
- New Orleans: Get to know New Orleans, with an orientation tour including the French Quarter – and the chance to sample the doughy and delightful New Orleans beignets.
- New Orleans: Sample the delicious doughy goodness that is a staple of the city's food culture.
- Orlando: Can you handle this level of excitement? All of your childhood dreams are about to come true...
- Miami: Mojitos all round! It’s time to relax with your new buddies and sample some sizzling Cuban fare.
Mode of Transport
Travel across the USA from Los Angeles to Miami with comfortable transportation provided between each exciting location.
Accommodation
Stay in comfort at a variety of accommodations including the Kawada Hotel in Los Angeles, The Strat Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, and the Catalina Hotel in Miami, among others.
FAQs
- Los Angeles: How long are the drives on this trip? The US is a large country - which means this trip involves some long journeys on the coach. But it also means that you’ll have plenty of time to sit back, relax, enjoy the stunning scenery and get to know your fellow travellers.
- Los Angeles: What is the luggage allowance for the internal flight? There’s an internal flight as part of your trip, so please make sure that your checked baggage is no heavier than 23kg (50 lbs). Overweight luggage and any additional fees will be your responsibility.
- Los Angeles: What weather is expected? The climate in this region is extremely varied. In shoulder season (May, September, and October) you can expect temperatures to vary between single digits and warm sunny days, while from June until September temperatures can reach well above 30 C (86 F).
- Los Angeles: What should I pack? It’s always a good idea to bring a warm windproof jacket. No matter which time of year you decide to travel, it can get quite cool at night (especially outside of the cities), so we recommend that you bring a warm jacket or fleece. This trip involves visiting National Parks, walking and light hiking is required to visit all the viewpoints listed. You should pack appropriate clothing for outdoor activities. Closed shoes are required for most activities.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides comfortable transportation across the USA from Los Angeles to Miami, ensuring a smooth journey between each exciting location.
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What types of accommodations are included in the tour?
The tour includes stays in a variety of accommodations such as the Kawada Hotel in Los Angeles, The Strat Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas, and the Catalina Hotel in Miami, among others.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 7 dinners and 15 breakfasts throughout the journey.
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Is entrance to the Grand Canyon National Park included in the tour?
Yes, entrance to the Grand Canyon National Park is included in the tour package.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, there are optional activities such as visiting Disneyland, ATV rides in the Mojave Desert, and a helicopter ride over the Grand Canyon, which are not included in the tour package.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Are flights included in the tour package?
No, international and domestic flights to and from the tour start and end locations are not included.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Contiki allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform contiki, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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