Today, we will depart from New York and drive to the City of Brotherly Love - Philadelphia, to the University of Pennsylvania, which has the Wharton School of Business, which is rated as "the best business school in the world". One-hour campus tour to learn about the school's relevant history and excellent achievements; visit the University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Paleoanthropology, which has a rich collection of collections. The Chinese exhibition hall is the most dazzling part of it. The most prestigious ones include Salu Zi and Quanmao Guā in the stone carvings of the Six Horses of Emperor Taizong of Tang Zhaoling, the huge Buddhist murals of Guangji Temple in Shanxi, and the world's third largest crystal ball; you can also enjoy lunch in the University of Pennsylvania campus cafeteria and experience a wonderful university life. Then go to visit the Independence Historical Park to witness the history of American independence.

New York → Philadelphia → University of Pennsylvania (4-hour experience, the fee includes: campus tour arranged by the university official or official agency + anthropology museum ticket + lunch) → Philadelphia Independence Historical Park (60 mins, you can see the Independence Palace and Liberty Bell)

Driving Distance: 100 miles

 

Today we will visit the Hershey's Chocolate World. The company has already developed its factory into a town. Take the chocolate making tour bus and watch all the links of chocolate production. The process is also very creative. After that, we will go to Harrisburg, the capital of Pennsylvania. Located in the fertile Hana Valley, Harrisburg has played a key role in American history - whether as a major link in railroad and water transportation, or as the site of major battles in the Civil War. Then we will go to Pittsburgh, the "Steel Capital of the World". Pittsburgh is very rich in culture and art. It has the famous University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University, which is famous for computer science. At the same time, the Carnegie Museum of Natural History donated by steel tycoon Carnegie is one of the largest natural history museums in the United States, and the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra, which has a history of more than 100 years, is one of the most famous symphony orchestras in the United States.

Philadelphia → Hershey → Hershey's Chocolate World (60 mins) → Harrisburg → Pennsylvania State Capitol (30 mins) → Pittsburgh → Duquesne Incline (Optional, 50 mins) → Pittsburgh City Center Park (30 mins)

Driving Distance: 320 miles

 

Today we will go to Cleveland, the capital of rock! The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Museum, built in 1984, is located in Cleveland. The museum is located on the shore of Lake Erie. The whole building looks like a huge white sailing ship ready to sail. Here you can get close to rock music, from Elvis Presley to the world-famous British Beatles, to the Rolling Stones, U2 and Michael Jackson, and other superstars used guitars, Western drums and various performance costumes they wore in those days, as well as old records and huge performance advertisements. There is also a high-fidelity headset in front of each celebrity exhibition area, which can be used to play the rock music they sang at will. Overnight in Toledo.

Pittsburgh → Cleveland → Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (Optional, 90 mins) → Toledo

Driving Distance: 250 miles

 

Today we will go to the former automobile capital of the world - Detroit. The three American automobile giants GM, Ford, and Chrysler are all headquartered in Detroit and its surroundings. The Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation is definitely a stop that history fans and car enthusiasts must not miss. This museum collects various models of Ford cars from different periods. It not only records the past and present of Ford cars, but also vividly writes the American Industrial Revolution. You will see more than 1 million exhibits including the mounts of many presidents, sports cars and racing cars as well as military vehicles and aircraft used during the world wars. Then let's pay a visit to the GM headquarters and head to Gary after the visit for staying overnight.

Toledo → Detroit → Henry Ford Museum of American Innovation (Optional, 75 mins) → GM Renaissance Center (30 mins) → Gary

Driving Distance: 350 miles

Experience the best of Chicago all in one day! This is a world's top architecture city with fascinating architectures to discover. You will take a walk in Millennium Park, observe the Cloud Gate, and enjoy the spectacular view of the city from 360 Chicago!

Gary → Millennium Park & Cloud Gate (20 mins) → Grant Park (10 mins) → The Art Institute of Chicago (Optional, 120 mins) → Chicago Water Tower (10 mins) → Michigan Avenue (Pass-by) → Chicago Cruise (Optional, 75 mins, it will not be able to participate in during the closure) → 360 Chicago (Optional, 75 mins) → Milwaukee

Pass by: Navy Pier, Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain, Marina City, Trump International Hotel and Tower and Willis Tower Observation Deck.

Driving Distance: 150 miles

 

Today we will drive to Madison, the capital of Wisconsin. Here we will spend some time outside the Wisconsin State Capitol. It is not only the tallest building in Madison, but also a classic architectural example of the late neoclassical Beaux-Arts style. Then follow us to another national historic site, the Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, which is the home of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th president of the United States and who made outstanding contributions to ending the Civil War. Then we will arrive in Iowa City and follow our tour guide to pay a visit to Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum built to commemorate President Herbert Hoover, the 31st president of the United States and the first president born west of the Mississippi River. 

Milwaukee → Madison → Wisconsin State Capitol (Outside visit, 30 mins) → Galena → U.S. Grant Home State Historic Site (Optional, 40 mins) → Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum (Optional, 60 mins) → Iowa City

Driving Distance: 300 miles

 

Today we will continue to explore the attractions around Iowa City, drive to Des Moines, the capital of Iowa, and visit the majestic and exquisite Iowa State Capitol Building. The huge golden dome and jeweled interior decoration will surely amaze you! Then we will head to Omaha, the old capital of Nebraska. Although Omaha has lost its status as the state capital, it has retained the title of the largest city in the state. One of the reasons is that Omaha is home to many billionaires, the most famous of which is Warren Buffett. Check out the historic Omaha Old Market and enjoy a half-day of leisure during the trip. Later, we will visit Lincoln, the capital of Nebraska. Nebraska is the only state in the United States that implements a unicameral system. Visit the state capitol, a state of arts and crafts, and listen to the past stories of generations of pioneers and Native Americans.

Iowa → Iowa State Capitol (30 mins) → Omaha → Omaha Old Market (60 mins) → Nebraska State Capitol (Outside visit, 40 mins) → Lincoln

Driving Distance: 300 miles

 

Today we are going to take a visit to the Great Platte River Road Arch Monument, another important landmark on the Platte River, where you will learn about the life, culture and history of western immigrants. In the afternoon, we continue to drive to North Platte. This is the intersection point where the North Platte River and the South Platte River merge to form the Platte River. Train fans must not miss the famous Golden Spike Tower! Named for its resemblance to a golden spike, the tower offers a view of the busy Union Pacific Bailey Station, the world's largest railroad yard. 

Lincoln → Kearney → Great Platte River Road Archway Monument (Optioanl, 40 mins) → North Platte → Golden Spike Tower (Optioanl, 60 mins) → Fort Morgan 

Driving Distance: 410 miles

Today we will visit Denver, the capital and largest city of Colorado, to see the cute blue bear, the magnificent Colorado State Capitol, and the famous 16th Street shopping district. Then we will go to Red Rock Park near Denver, which is one of the most popular suburban parks for local people. The open-air theater in the park is the only naturally occurring amphitheater with perfect acoustics in the world. The Beatles made their first stop in the United States when they debuted here. Then we will go to the famous Rocky Mountain National Park. The Rocky Mountains, which are more than 4,500 kilometers long, run from north to south across the North American continent, giving birth to most of the rivers in North America. They are also an important watershed in the North American continent, and the highest point is in the Rocky Mountain National Park. Finally, we will come to the world's paradise for rock climbers - the Garden of the Gods.

Fort Morgan → Denver → Denver Big Blue Bear (15 mins) → Colorado State Capitol (exterior, 20 mins) → 16th Street Shopping District (60 mins) → Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater (40 mins) → Colorado Springs → Garden of the Gods (30 mins) → Alamosa

Driving Distance: 330 miles

 

Today, we will depart from Alamosa. Then follow us to drive to the Great Sand Dunes National Park. It is the 58th national park in the United States and is known as the "Sahara Desert" of the US. And we will proceed to visit the old town of Santa Fe. It has colorful open-air markets, ancient buildings, art galleries and museums, as well as various restaurants and commercial facilities. After a day full of adventure we will stay overnight in Albuquerque which is known as the hot air balloon capital of the world!

Alamosa → Great Sand Dunes National Park (90 mins) → Taos Pueblo (30 mins) → Santa Fe → Santa Fe Plaza (60 mins) → Albuquerque

 

Today we will continue our tour in Albuquerque, the hot air balloon capital of the world. Coinciding with the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, you will have the opportunity to see various balloons with novel designs competing in the sky, presenting an overwhelming momentum that is breathtakingly beautiful. We will also go to the famous Hot Air Balloon Museum to learn about the development history of hot air balloons. Then we will head to the world's largest and most gorgeous concentration of petrified forests - Petrified Forest National Park, which is famous for its large number of petrified forests of different densities. These forests are named Black Forest, Crystal Forest, Rainbow Forest, etc., and finally arrive in Sedona.

Albuquerque → Old Town Albuquerque (60 mins) → Hot Air Balloon Museum (Optional, 60 mins) → Petrified Forest National Park (1.5 hours) → Sedona

Driving Distance: 390 miles

 

Sedona is one of the places with the largest magnetic field energy in the world. It attracts millions of tourists every year. Its beautiful red rock landscape is praised by people. It is very mysterious and is considered to have supernatural spirituality. It is an ancient sacred place revered by Indians. Legend has it that because of the special structure here, there is a mysterious energy circle focus point. As long as you come here and step on this red rock land, it is enough to activate your life energy and change your life. Therefore, many pilgrims come here every year to worship and replenish life energy. Stay overnight in the small town of Williams, Arizona.

Sedona → Sedona Church → Airport Mesa Viewpoint → Blue Label McDonald's → Tlaquepaque Art and Shopping Village (3 hours) → Bell Rock Trail (40 mins) → Williams

Driving Distance: 60 miles

 

Today we will drive on the historic Route 66, which is affectionately called "Mother Road" by Americans, to the Grand Canyon National Park, one of the seven natural wonders of the world, to appreciate the magic of the Creator. Even though the world has changed, time has engraved a long-lasting confession in the Grand Canyon, and it is spectacular to be in it. Overnight in Las Vegas.

Williams → Drive on US Route 66 → South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park (3 hours) → Las Vegas

Driving Distance: 310 miles

Note: The hotel we stayed in Las Vegas that night was: The STRAT Hotel, Casino & Tower, and each guest was given a free ticket to FlyOver Las Vegas.

 

At the end of the journey, our journey today will start from Las Vegas and enter the largest Mojave Desert in North America. The lonely Joshua trees dotted the endless Gobi Desert, which is very interesting. On the way, we will pass the famous ghost town, which was a town rich in silver mines more than a hundred years ago. However, due to the collapse of the value of silver, the silver mine in Caligo was stopped in 1890. At present, the town is mainly for sightseeing, with the theme of western desert ghost town. There are many small shops in the town selling souvenirs. After that, we will arrive in Santa Monica and end this pleasant journey.

Depart from Las Vegas → Caligo Ghost Town (60 mins) → Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Total distance: 300 miles