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Cactus Crawler
Cactus Crawler 2012 Departures:
San Francisco to New Orleans:
- Sat, Jun 23 - Mon, Jul 02
- Sat, Aug 04 - Mon, Aug 13
- Sat, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 24
8 days/9 nights: $570 plus $151 for food/parks.
No reservatons accepted until 7 days prior to departure. Please contact us for info.
Frequent Crawler Program
- Points Awarded for this Trip: 2,000
- Points for Free Trip: 20,000
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Cactus Crawler - 8 Days/9 Nights
Cross the USA from west to east on this legendary cross-country camping trek and wilderness adventure! The Southern Crossing is an affordable cross-country adventure bus tour that takes you from San Francsico to Boston, with stops at the best National Parks and city highlights!
Start your cross-country USA tour 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.
Our backpacker trek comtinues at Grand Canyon National Park. Take a walk along the South Rim of the canyon, or trek 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. Then we travel to the rugged lands of Big Bend National Park for two active days exploring the remote wilderness.
The next day finds us in famous Austin, Texas, for some sightseeing and city life. 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.
We'll roll into New Orleans and drop you off in the French Quarter. Spend one last afternoon with your new friends and 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.
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Flexible Itinerary means that we may alter an itinerary depending on weather, local events, etc. Although we make every attempt to run our trips as advertised, please be aware that the itinerary may change to give you the best trip possible.
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