SELF-DRIVE TOURS

Self
Drive Tours have become increasingly popular over the last few years with
many visitors to America now renting a car upon arrival in their chosen
destination and touring that region at their own pace. These tours therefore,
allow you the opportunity to see the areas that you wish to and see it
at your own pace - rather than being restricted to coach and rail schedules.
We have featured a selection of the favourite touring routes along the
East and West Coasts of America as well as some Coast to Coast and Southern
States itineraries too. So, please take a look, as we are sure there will
find a tour in these areas to suit your needs.
Choosing The Route
The easiest way to choose a self-drive tour is to
get to know the various regions that America has to offer. You can do
so by browsing though the COUNTRY
& STATES information and decide on the area or region, which has
the most appeal, or of interest to you. Throughout all the different pages
of this site, you will find some ideas as to what to see and do in the
most popular regions, from hotels and sightseeing tours to sports and
adventure as well as nature and wildlife experiences too and all of these
can be included in any itinerary, if you so wish.
Once
you have and idea of your route, please then take a look through the self-drive
tours we have featured in the menu on the left hand side and see if you
can find one that is 'nearly' right for you. But if there isn't, or a
region you would like to visit is not featured, don't despair, we have
the solution as all itineraries, are flexible and can be adjusted to include
anything you wish or we can make one entirely fresh from the start for
you, so please contact us HERE
and we will come back to you with a proposal!
Flexible Itineraries
It is understand that these itineraries will not
always suit everyone exactly, so, all of these tours are "flexible". Whilst
they do have a defined routing, it is possible to amend the itinerary
to suit any requirements.
- Itineraries can commence on any day (subject to any additional schedules!)
- Hotels at overnight stops may be changed.
- Nights can be added - anywhere!
- Additional overnight stops can be added.
- Existing overnight stops can be deleted.
- Cars can be upgraded.
- Any other travel elements, such as a Mini Break or even a Cruise
can also be included.
Children
Generally, there is no charge for one or two children,
12 years and under, sharing a hotel room and existing bedding (two double
beds) with two adults paying the double/twin price. On tours where attraction
entrances or transportation (bus, ferry, train, etc.,) are included, a
child rate will then apply.
Car Rental Included
Included
in all our self-drive tours is the car rental. The car size varies from
tour to tour but will be either an economy or intermediate size. All will
include unlimited kilometres, full insurance coverage and all local taxes.
If you would prefer a larger car, this can be arranged for small supplement,
which is shown in each tours price panel. Please note that fuel, hotel
parking or any toll road charges are NOT included in the package.
Documentation
All our pre-packaged self-drive itineraries include
a comprehensive information kit. This includes essential information featuring
overview notes of the local area, local sightseeing and attractions, route
maps and driving instructions. This package will be available at the reception
desk of your first overnight hotel.
What's Included?
All of the tours include accommodation in moderate
grade hotels and your car rental. Some tours may also include ferry journeys
or sightseeing attractions. Full details of what each tour includes are
listed with each itinerary.
What's Not Included?
Tour costs do not include any air or other additional
transportation fare, NATIONAL PARK ENTRANCE FEES, car fuel, toll road
fees or parking (if applicable) at your hotel. Full details of the items
not included are shown with each itinerary.
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