Park City Adventure Tour: Teens' Epic Journey

Course Description: Park City Adventure Tour: Teens' Epic Journey

American Voyageur Teen Tour 🇺🇸🇨�*

The American Voyageur is the classic 40-day cross-country teen road trip through the Western USA and Canada – and it’s still one of the most exciting ways to spend a summer. Instead of staying in one place like camp, teens move from mountain towns to coastal cities, national parks, and Canadian resorts. They’ll whitewater raft in Wyoming, explore Yellowstone, ride a Via Ferrata in Whistler, kayak in Santa Barbara, surf in San Diego, and experience iconic cities like San Francisco, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles. With a carefully structured itinerary and supportive leaders, teens step out of their comfort zone, build independence, and feel part of a fun, inclusive travel family.

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Program Highlights 🌟

• Ferry out to Catalina Island for a snorkeling adventure

• Learn to surf with professional instructors in San Diego 🏄‍♂️

• Sail a private charter across Lake Tahoe

• Thrilling Via Ferrata climbing adventure in Whistler

• Whitewater raft the Snake River in Wyoming

• Discover Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper in the Canadian Rockies 🏔️

• Visit 4 iconic National Parks: Yellowstone, Bryce, Zion & the Grand Canyon

• Explore the Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios

• Pink Jeep Broken Arrow tour in the Sedona desert

• Experience Disneyland & Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge ✨

• Soar over the Las Vegas Strip on The Big Apple Coaster 🎢

• Laugh out loud at the IMPROV Comedy Club

• Major League Baseball game 🧢

• Sea kayak on the Pacific Ocean and enjoy Lagoon-a-Beach Water & Amusement Park

• High-speed downhill karting at Canada Olympic Park

• Venice Beach, Rodeo Drive & Hollywood boulevard moments

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Itinerary Overview 🧭

Days 1–2 – Park City, Utah

Fly into Salt Lake City and head to Park City, where the group kicks off with icebreakers and orientation. Enjoy big-mountain fun at Olympic Park with ziplines, alpine slide, drop tower, canyon course, airbag jumps and Extreme Tubing down a ski jump landing hill at speeds up to 50 mph. Cool off at Lagoon-A-Beach and enjoy over 45 rides at Lagoon Amusement Park, including the Cannibal coaster.

Days 3–4 – Jackson, Wyoming

Head to Jackson for a classic Western adventure: whitewater raft the Snake River (rapids like Lunch Counter and Big Kahuna), ride the Alpine Slide and Mountain Coaster at Snow King, snap photos under the elk antler arches, and admire snow-capped peaks in Grand Teton National Park.

Day 5 – Yellowstone National Park

Spend the day in Yellowstone watching Old Faithful erupt, visiting the colorful Fountain Paint Pots, and looking out for bison and elk in America’s first national park. Overnight in Great Falls, Montana.

Days 6–7 – Calgary & Canada Olympic Park, Alberta

Travel into Canada and visit Canada Olympic Park, home of the 1988 Winter Olympics, with high-speed karting on a long downhill track. Depending on dates, experience the Calgary Stampede, “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”.

Days 8–9 – Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper National Park

Base in the Canadian Rockies and see emerald Lake Louise, hike past Mirror Lake to the Lake Agnes Teahouse, and take a giant snowcoach onto the Athabasca Glacier in Jasper National Park. Sip glacier water, throw a snowball in July, shop the mountain town of Banff, and cross scenic Rogers Pass into British Columbia.

Days 10–11 – Okanagan Valley, British Columbia

Relax by Okanagan Lake at a lakeside resort. Enjoy the private beach, sunsets, and a fun Banana Boat ride before heading to your next adventure.

Days 12–13 – Whistler Blackcomb, British Columbia

Ride the record-setting PEAK 2 PEAK gondola between Whistler and Blackcomb. Clip into the Via Ferrata route and traverse cables, ladders and bridges with huge mountain views. Explore the pedestrian village, then unwind in spacious condo-style suites with a pool and hot tub.

Days 14–15 – Seattle & Vancouver

On the way south, stop in Vancouver to explore Granville Island’s markets and street performers. In Seattle, visit the Space Needle, Pike Place Market (and its famous fish toss), the gum wall, and the Museum of Pop Culture. Play Whirlyball – a wild mix of bumper cars, basketball and lacrosse.

Days 16–17 – San Francisco, California

Fly from Seattle to San Francisco and see the best of the “City by the Bay”: Alcatraz, Pier 39 and its sea lions, Fisherman’s Wharf, Ghirardelli Square, Lombard Street and the Golden Gate Bridge, plus a classic cable car ride.

Days 18–20 – Lake Tahoe, California

Enjoy three days at Lake Tahoe: water-skiing, wakeboarding or tubing with professional instructors, beach time with football, Frisbee and volleyball, and a private charter cruise on the deep blue lake.

Days 21–23 – Santa Barbara, California

Experience California’s coastal charm with sea kayaking on the Pacific, quad-biking along the bike path, ice skating, and time on Stearns Wharf and State Street. Spend a beach day swimming or playing games in the sand.

Days 24–28 – Los Angeles, California

Dive into Los Angeles highlights:

• Universal Studios (SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™, Studio Tour, Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Jurassic World – The Ride)

• Disneyland featuring Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge

• Venice Beach, Rodeo Drive, Hollywood Walk of Fame & TCL Chinese Theatre

• Third Street Promenade & Santa Monica Pier 🎡

• Private cooking school with professional chefs

• Night out at the IMPROV Comedy Club

Days 29–31 – San Diego & Catalina Island, California

Take the ferry to Catalina Island for snorkeling and a relaxed island day. Back in San Diego, enjoy surf lessons with pros, a guided San Diego Zoo visit, Seaport Village, axe throwing, Belmont Park’s Giant Dipper and Tilt-A-Whirl, and a Padres baseball game at Petco Park.

Days 32–33 – Las Vegas, Nevada

Stay at the iconic Luxor on the Strip. See the Bellagio fountains, the Venetian canals, ride The Big Apple Coaster at New York-New York, visit M&M World and the Coca-Cola store, and experience a Cirque du Soleil show.

Days 34–35 – Zion & Bryce Canyon, Utah

Enter Canyon Country and explore towering cliffs and carved canyons in Zion, then see the orange and red hoodoos of Bryce Canyon – one of the most surreal landscapes in North America.

Days 36–37 – Grand Canyon & Coral Pink Sand Dunes, Arizona

Walk the rim of the Grand Canyon and take in one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. Visit Coral Pink Sand Dunes State Park and race your friends down the soft, rose-colored dunes.

Days 38–40 – Sedona & Scottsdale, Arizona

Finish in style with a Pink Jeep Broken Arrow tour in Sedona, tackling off-road obstacles and red rock viewpoints like Bell Rock, Submarine Rock and Chicken Point. Then enjoy resort time in Scottsdale with pool, gym and waterpark, plus a farewell banquet celebrating an unforgettable summer. Depart from Phoenix at the end of Day 40.

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Accommodations 🏨

Teens stay in a mix of comfortable hotels, resorts and condo-style properties chosen for safety, location and amenities. Highlights include:

• Resort-style hotels in Park City, Calgary, Penticton, Scottsdale

• Rustic but modern cabins in Jackson Hole

• Lakeside and mountain lodges in the Canadian Rockies and Okanagan

• Condo suites in Whistler and Lake Tahoe

• Embassy Suites/Burlingame in San Francisco on the Bay

• Quality hotels in Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, La Jolla and Las Vegas

Rooms are typically doubles or triples, and each participant has their own bed.

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What It’s Like 💫

This is a high-energy, long-format teen tour with a close group bond, constant variety, and lots of “wow” moments. Teens are supported by experienced leaders who create an inclusive, kind, and socially comfortable environment where everyone is encouraged to try new activities, make friends, and grow more confident and independent.

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Meals 🍽️

• Breakfast and dinner are included daily

• Dinners at teen-approved favorites: hibachi, local BBQ, Italian, and popular chains

• Occasional visits to places like Cheesecake Factory, Hard Rock Cafe, Eataly or food halls

• Lunches are bought in smaller groups at local cafés and restaurants

There’s a balance of familiar North American food and local specialties, plus dessert stops such as ice cream, cookies, donuts, shave ice and more.

Dietary Options: Most dietary preferences and allergies (vegetarian, lactose intolerance, celiac, kosher-style, etc.) can be accommodated. Families are encouraged to discuss specific needs in advance.

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Transportation 🚍✈️

• Chartered, deluxe, air-conditioned motor coach with a professional driver for overland routes

• One internal flight from Seattle to San Francisco is included in tuition

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Group & Age 👥

• Group size: typically 28–48 participants

• Separate departure dates are arranged to create compatible co-ed age groups

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Laundry 👕

Teens only need about one week of clothing. The group visits local laundromats weekly, with detergent and dryer sheets provided and staff support for anyone doing laundry for the first time.

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Program Specifics ✈️

Flight to Salt Lake City, Utah

• Families arrange flights into Salt Lake City within designated arrival times

• From the New York area, a chaperoned group flight is available; staff meet teens at the airport, support check-in, and accompany them to Utah

Return Flight from Phoenix, Arizona

• Leaders help teens check in and stay at the airport until all flights in the designated window have departed

• A chaperoned return flight to New York is available for participants from that area

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What’s Included ✅

• All lodging

• Breakfast & dinner daily

• All listed recreation, activities and excursions

• Internal flight from Seattle to San Francisco

• Airport transfers within designated times

• Taxes and gratuities

Not included:

• Transportation to and from the program (to Salt Lake City / from Phoenix)

• Lunches and snacks

• Personal spending money (souvenirs, extra treats, optional items)

• Laundry

• Optional travel insurance