Southern Crossing 2009 San Francisco to New York/Boston: Fri, Jun 5 - Fri, Jun 19 Fri, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 21 14 Days: $744 plus $199 for food/parks. Frequent Crawler Program Points Awarded for this Trip: 4,000 Points for Free Trip: 45,000 Join the Frequent Crawler Club today!

Southern Crossing Eastbound
14 Days

Explore the USA from coast to coast on this legendary cross-country adventure.

Start your adventure in spectacular Zion National Park, where you can hike to Angel's Landing for breathtaking views of Zion Canyon's sheer sandstone cliffs, then go for a swim or take an optional inner tube ride on the Virgin River. A (Camp Night) here gives us a chance for even more hiking the next day, followed by a night at the man-made wonderland of Las Vegas.

At Grand Canyon National Park, take a walk along the South Rim of the canyon, or hike down Bright Angel Trail for incredible views. A morning at the Gila Cliff Dwellings gives you a chance for an ancient cultural perspective.

At White Sands, climb the giant gypsum dunes in time for an unforgettable sunset. The following two days are spent exploring the remote, rugged lands of Big Bend National Park.

The next day finds us in famous Austin, Texas. Spend the morning swimming in the fresh water of gigantic Barton Springs, then head into town for the wonderful sightseeing, shopping and nightlife of Texas’ capital.

In New Orleans, explore the French Quarter, browse the open-air markets for a taste of authentic Cajun and Creole foods, and enjoy the sounds of sidewalk Zydeco, Dixieland jazz, or soft Delta blues. Making tracks for Florida's white sand beaches, we'll have a day of recovery.

After hiking in Great Smoky Mountains National Park, we'll build our final Tortoise campfire under the stars. You'll have a chance the following day to ride a horse through this Appalachian wonderland.

Our next stop is Washington DC, home to the Smithsonian Institution, an astounding collection of eighteen museums and the National Zoo, most with free entrance! Be sure to check out the famous monuments and memorials as well, before we head toward New York City, then Boston, for a final farewell.

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