• 10 Days
  • From $5,999
  • Airfare Included

Route 66 Road Trip

Activity Level:
Moderate
15 Meals:
8 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 2 Dinners

Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Historic Route 66 with a quintessential American road trip experience through five states: Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and Nevada! During the journey, enjoy vintage towns with classic diners, wide-open landscapes, and can’t-miss roadside attractions that bring Route 66’s golden era back to life. We’ll also keep the drives fun with Route 66-themed entertainment, such as games and music! Begin in Oklahoma City with a guided tour, a scenic Bricktown canal cruise, and a visit to the renowned National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. Head west on the Mother Road to explore the expansive Elk City Museum Complex and stay overnight in Amarillo. Back on the road, we admire the vibrant car art at Cadillac Ranch, soak in the glow of Tucumcari’s neon signs, and enjoy free time in Albuquerque. Continuing to Gallup, uncover the history of Navajo Code Talkers and Native Americans before marveling at the natural beauty in Petrified Forest National Park. Next, take advantage of free time in Flagstaff and browse the retro memorabilia found in downtown Williams. Trading our motorcoach for a vintage rail car, we board the Grand Canyon Railway for stunning views on a journey to the canyon's South Rim, where there's time to stroll through the Historic Village District. Step back in time at the birthplace of Historic Route 66 – Seligman – and experience the artsy, cowboy soul of Kingman. Our adventure concludes with a guided tour of the mighty Hoover Dam and time to soak up the lively atmosphere of Las Vegas.

Trip overview may vary by departure.

  • Day 1: Fly to Oklahoma
    Upon arriving in Oklahoma City, we settle into our comfortable accommodations and have a relaxing evening.
  • Day 2: Oklahoma City & Bricktown Canals
    Our Route 66 adventure begins with an immersive introduction to Oklahoma City, known for its cowboy culture. A local guide boards our motorcoach to share the city’s rich past as we take in key sights like the Oklahoma City National Memorial, the Stockyards City district, and the Oklahoma State Capitol – the only capitol with a working oil well on its grounds. Then, glide past historical monuments, colorful murals, and impressive landmarks on a narrated water taxi ride through the canals of the Bricktown entertainment district. After lunch at leisure, we browse one of the world's most remarkable collections of art and artifacts at the renowned National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. Tonight, our group gathers for a delicious Welcome Dinner.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

  • Day 3: Route 66 Museums & Texas Icons
    Today, we journey west on the Mother Road while soaking in the ever-changing scenery and nostalgic spirit of the open highway. Our first stop is the sprawling Elk City Museum Complex, home to five unique museums that bring the legacy of Route 66 to life. Explore the National Route 66 Museum, National Transportation Museum, Farm and Ranch Museum, Old Town Museum, and the Blacksmith Museum! After an included lunch, we continue our road trip towards the Texas Panhandle with photo stops at three one-of-a-kind roadside landmarks: the 1936 Art Deco Conoco Tower Station in Shamrock, then the Leaning Tower of Texas and the 190-foot-tall Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ in Groom. Tonight’s dinner is at a Route 66 classic – The Big Texan Steak Ranch, an iconic saloon-style restaurant. Our overnight accommodations are in Amarillo.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 4: Cadillac Ranch & Albuquerque
    We kick off the day with a quintessential visit to one of Route 66’s most famous attractions: Cadillac Ranch. Have your camera handy to capture a photo with the ten brightly painted Cadillacs buried nose-down in the Texas soil! Next, we head into New Mexico and stop in Tucumcari for lunch at Del’s Restaurant, a funky Route 66 staple. Afterwards, enjoy seeing more of this historic town known for its vintage motels and classic neon signs that tell stories of the road’s golden age. Later, stunning vistas of the Sandia Mountains greet us as we arrive in Albuquerque. After settling into our hotel, the evening is yours to taste the city’s local flavors and stroll through Old Town.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 5: Gallup & Petrified Forest National Park
    This morning, we travel to Gallup for time at leisure to explore its Native American heritage and World War II history. Known as the "Indian Capital of the World," this quaint town was a base for the legendary Navajo Code Talkers. Enjoy free time to shop for authentic Native American crafts, learn about local culture and history at museums, or visit the El Rancho Hotel, once a glamorous haven for Hollywood stars filming Westerns nearby. Next, we encounter one of the most striking landscapes along the Mother Road: Petrified Forest National Park. Our scenic drive through this otherworldly terrain includes views of fossil beds, unique geological formations, and ancient logs that have turned to stone. Back on the road, we make one last photo stop at the nostalgic Wigwam Motel in Holbrook before arriving in Winslow, Arizona for a relaxing evening.

    Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 6: Flagstaff & Williams
    Today, we travel towards the cool mountain air of Flagstaff, a laid-back city nestled among the ponderosa pines with views of Humphreys Peak. Along the way, we enjoy some Route 66-themed onboard entertainment and make fun photo stops for visual souvenirs of the wide-open landscapes, classic roadside relics, and the charm that makes this iconic highway so memorable. Reaching the city by early afternoon, enjoy a few hours to browse eclectic shops, visit the Lowell Observatory, or pursue other personal interests. Later, we take a short drive to Williams, the gateway to the Grand Canyon. The evening is at your leisure to stroll through historic downtown and grab a bite at a classic diner or shop the quaint stores, many of which pay homage to Route 66 with vintage memorabilia!

    Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 7: Grand Canyon Rail Journey

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 8: Seligman & Kingman
    Our road trip continues this morning with a drive to Seligman, widely known as the birthplace of Historic Route 66. This quirky town is a time capsule full of retro Americana, including neon signs, vintage cars, and nostalgic diners. Enjoy time to browse kitschy shops and have lunch at a classic eatery, such as Delgadillo’s Snow Cap Drive-In. This afternoon, we drive our final stretch of the Mother Road to Kingsman, stopping en route at the Hackberry General Store, a beloved Route 66 icon with historic gas pumps, relics, and quirky roadside charm. Then, we check in to our accommodations and have the rest of the day at leisure to explore this preserved slice of the American dream. Check out the Arizona Route 66 Museum, visit art galleries, socialize at a whisky bar or brewery, and view restored landmarks, like the Beale Street Theater!

    Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 9: Hoover Dam & Las Vegas
    Today, we visit one of the greatest engineering feats of the 20th century: the Hoover Dam. Learn how this colossal structure tamed the mighty Colorado River and fueled the growth of the Southwest during our guided tour. Then, we’re off to be immersed in the glitz and glamor of Las Vegas! Savor a delicious Farewell Lunch to celebrate our unforgettable road trip, then the day is yours to explore the Entertainment Capital of the World. There’s something for every interest – stroll the famous Strip, catch a show, do some last-minute souvenir shopping, watch performances on Fremont Street, or simply enjoy the lively atmosphere in this one-of-a-kind city.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 10: Fly Home
    We return home with incredible memories from our Route 66 adventure.

What's Included

All Accommodations

  • 2 nights in Oklahoma City
  • 1 night in Amarillo
  • 1 night in Albuquerque
  • 1 night in Winslow
  • 2 nights in Williams
  • 1 night in Las Vegas

Attractions & Highlights

  • Bricktown water taxi ride
  • National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
  • Oklahoma City guided tour & time at leisure
  • Elk City Museum Complex
  • Photo stops at Conoco Tower Station, Leaning Tower of Texas, Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ & Wigwam Motel
  • Cadillac Ranch
  • Tucumcari neon signs sightseeing
  • Petrified Forest National Park scenic drive
  • Time at leisure in Albuquerque, Gallup, Flagstaff, Williams, Seligman, Kingman & Las Vegas
  • Grand Canyon National Park feat. Historic Village District
  • Hackberry General Store
  • Hoover Dam guided tour

15 Excellent Meals

  • Daily breakfast
  • Welcome Dinner in Oklahoma City
  • Dinner at The Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo
  • Lunch at Del’s Restaurant in Tucumcari
  • Farewell Lunch in Las Vegas

Learn more about what's included with the Holiday Advantage.