Brooklyn Bridge at sunset, New York

US tours

Brooklyn Bridge at sunset, New York

The US is a vast and diverse place and getting your travel plans right can make a big difference to your trip. With so much to see and so many regions to choose from, it's worth thinking carefully about which route to take.

Whether it’s the history of the South or the canyons and vast wilderness of the West that appeal to you, we can offer suggestions about the best way to get around, how to explore the highlights and even suggest some sights you’re not likely to find in a guidebook. Our suggested tours are the product of extensive travel across the US and follow routes that work particularly well.

 

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Our recommended tours in the US

These itineraries are designed to give you some suggestions for what is possible when you travel in the US, and they showcase some of the routes that we’ve found work particularly well. Treat them simply as inspiration, because your trip will be created uniquely for you by one of our specialists based on your particular tastes and interests.

  • La Jolla, San Diego

    San Diego short break

    • Stay on Coronado Island, one of the top places to walk to and relax on the beach.

    • Kayak along the California coastline taking in the natural caves and marine wildlife.

    • Explore the USS Midway Museum.

    • Enjoy a variety of small shops and restaurants on Coronado Island.

    5 days from CAD1,795pp

  • Royal Lahaina Resort, Maui

    Royal Lahaina Resort break

    • Royal Ocean View Terrace offers delicious food with views over to the islands of Lanai and Molokai.
    • Experience traditional Hawaiian luau with a buffet dinner and open bar.
    • Relax in front of one of the hotel's three large swimming pools.
    • Take a romantic sunset sailing tour down the rugged Maui coastline.

    7 days from CAD1,995pp

  • Castle/Outrigger Kiahuna Plantation, Kauai

    Kiahuna Plantation break

    • Plantation Gardens restaurant serves Pacific Rim cuisine with a Hawaiian influence.
    • Cottage style condos are comfortable and spacious, with verandas that look out onto the gardens or ocean.
    • Hotel is situated in 35 acres of manicured gardens reaching out to Poipu beach.
    • Situated perfectly to hike, kayak and snorkel on beautiful Kauai.

    7 days from CAD2,195pp

  • Jekyll Island Club Resort

    Jekyll Island Resort break

    • Standing on undisturbed Jekyll Island, this historic resort feels refined and exclusive.
    • Access to the Jekyll Ocean club offers guests beach chairs, umbrellas and refreshments.
    • The island boasts 63 holes of golf and many more outdoor activities.
    • Dine at the Wharf restaurant, enjoying delicious Southern dishes while watching the sunset.

    7 days from CAD2,450pp

  • Cheshire Cat Facade

    Cheshire Cat Inn break

    • The B&B has four private onsite cottages with fully equipped kitchens.
    • The inn is situated a short walk from the main retail district in Santa Barbara.
    • A huge variety of fresh, homemade dishes for breakfast.
    • An ideal location for exploring, only five minutes to the beach and 20 minutes to the Old Mission.
    • Each room is unique, with either views over mountains and beach or fireplaces and Jacuzzi baths.

    7 days from CAD2,790pp

  • Maine Coast USA

    Classic New England Self-Drive

    • Discover the revolutionary history of Boston on a guided tour of the Freedom Trail.

    • Explore the rugged coastline of Maine, dotted with lighthouses and quaint seaside towns.

    • Wander through the picturesque villages and rolling hills of Vermont.

    • Take in panoramic views from atop Mount Washington in New Hampshire's magnificent White Mountains.

    • Go whale watching off the waters of Cape Cod.

    13 days from CAD3,180pp

  • Yosemite National Park

    Yosemite National Park short break

    • Cycle over Golden Gate Bridge to Sausalito.

    • Take a walk with a local guide and learn about different neighborhoods in San Francisco.

    • Enjoy a full day of privately guided hiking in Yosemite National Park.

    • Try rock climbing in Yosemite National Park.

    6 days from CAD3,215pp

  • Las Vegas, Nevada

    Southwest break

    • Explore the desert region by horse or foot during your ranch stay.

    • Discover the local film history of Sedona.

    • Hike through the picturesque 'Red Rock Country' of Sedona.

    • Take in the memorable show of Cirque du Soleil, 'Love'.

    8 days from CAD3,400pp

  • Hotel Wailea, Maui

    Hotel Wailea break

    • Hotel Wailea is a luxurious adult only escape and the only Relais and Chateau property on Hawaii.
    • Only a 20 minute walk or complimentary shuttle to the stunning Wailea beach.
    • Set in the tranquillity of a tropical garden the hotel offers unobstructed views of the ocean and mountains.
    • Dinner cooked by chef Jonathan De Paz is a culinary delight using the regions local produce.
    • Dine in a dramatic treehouse setting with a seven course private dinner overlooking the ocean.

    7 days from CAD4,730pp

  • Whales, Hawaii

    Hawaii Highlights Self-Drive

    • Explore Maui's white-sand beaches.

    • Experience the heat of Kilauea Volcano.

    • Snorkel with sea turtles, whales and dolphins.

    • Between January and March you can also take a boat trip on the Pacific Ocean to see majestic humpback whales at sunrise.

    12 days from CAD4,995pp

  • Kauai landsapcec

    Hawaiian Getaway

    • Helicopter over the Big Island and see the expansive rainforest.

    • Hike on the Kilauea Volcano.

    • Snorkel with manta rays.

    • Surf off of a beautiful sand beach on Maui.

    8 days from CAD5,105pp

  • Beach, Carlisle Bay, Antigua

    Carlisle Bay and Miami

    • Enjoy the Art Deco architecture and exciting atmosphere of Miami Beach before flying to Antigua’s stunning coastline and colonial history for a relaxing week at a luxurious beach resort.

    12 days from CAD5,775pp

  • Historic ruins at Montage Palmetto Bluff

    Montage Palmetto Bluff break

    • Hotel interior boasts traditional Southern style with light and airy decor.
    • Six restaurants offer a wide variety of styles from fine dining to more casual cafés.
    • Access to the fantastic May River Golf course, designed by Jack Nicklaus.
    • Plenty of salt and freshwater water sports on offer to experience the coastal Carolina Marshlands.
    • Set alongside the picturesque May River with accommodation tucked away in-between the trees.

    7 days from CAD6,220pp

  • Four Seasons Hualalai

    Four Seasons Hualalai break

    • 75% of the food served at the ULU Ocean Grill comes from the ocean and local farms.
    • Play 18 holes at Jack Nicklaus's signature championship course.
    • Hotel features seven different swimming pools each with a unique feature.

    7 days from CAD6,760pp

  • The Na Pali Cliffs, Kauai

    Private stay at Haena Beach House, Kauai

    • Spend time with the extended family, or a group of good friends in privacy.

    • Learn about the history of Peal Harbor and the Hawaiian royal family with a private guide.

    • Unwind and catch up in stylish private stays on the peaceful northern coasts of Oahu and Kauai.

    • Join a private guide to trek through the tropical foliage of Kauai's mountains.

    • Take a private helicopter flight over the Na Pali Coast.

    8 days from CAD8,175pp

  • Bison in Yellowstone in the winter

    Winter in Yellowstone National Park

    • Enjoy wildlife watching in Grand Teton National Park at sunrise with a naturalist guide.

    • Visit the Million Dollar Cowboy bar in Jackson.

    • Experience Yellowstone National Park as a winter wonderland and without the crowds.

    • Try your hand at cross-country skiing and snowshoeing in Yellowstone National Park.

    • Take a moon-lit sleigh ride to a remote cabin for dinner and live music at Lone Mountain Ranch.

    13 days from CAD9,525pp

  • Post Ranch Inn - Jade Pool

    Post Ranch Inn break

    • Enjoy dinner with stunning ocean views at the award winning Sierra Mar restaurant.
    • The hotel only has 39 rooms for a cosy feel with exquisite service.
    • Enjoy the serene natural beauty of the area with a guided hike or in house stargazing.
    • The style of the hotel is both elegant and natural, combining organic materials modern design.
    • The best views over the Pacific ocean can be enjoyed from the cliff top basking pools.

    7 days from CAD11,830pp

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