Course Description: 40-Day U.S. Explorer Teen Tour

Experience the Ultimate American Road Trip: A Transformational Summer Adventure for Teens! 🚐🌟

Embark on a remarkable 40-day journey across the United States, where your teen will explore breathtaking landscapes, iconic cities, and create lifelong memories. From the stunning views of Niagara Falls to the vibrant energy of California, this program is designed to foster personal growth, build friendships, and ignite a passion for exploration. Get ready for an unforgettable summer that promises adventure, laughter, and learning!

🌟 Program Summary

What It's Like

Imagine a summer filled with adrenaline-pumping activities, awe-inspiring landmarks, and the joy of shared experiences among a close-knit group of peers.

Accommodations

Comfortable stays in hotels, resorts, and college residences.

Meals

Daily breakfast and dinner included, featuring a variety of cuisines to please every palate.

Activities

A comprehensive list of exciting recreation and activities included in the program.

Transportation

Travel in style with a chartered deluxe, air-conditioned motor coach and a professional driver.

Compatible Groupings

Separate departure dates ensure compatible co-ed age groups.

Group Size

Participants will range from 28 to 48, fostering a tight community.

Dietary Options

We accommodate most dietary preferences and allergies to ensure everyone enjoys delicious meals.

✨ Program Highlights

• Feel the rush on a Jetboat thrill ride at Niagara Falls 🌊

• Whitewater raft the exhilarating Snake River 🛶

• Conquer a challenging ropes course and ride Quadricycles 🚴‍♂️

• Explore breathtaking National Parks: Bryce, Yellowstone, Zion, and the Grand Canyon 🏞️

• Surf lessons with professionals in sun-kissed San Diego 🏄‍♂️

• Experience the awe of Mount Rushmore's lighting ceremony 🌌

• Sea kayak along the beautiful Santa Barbara coastline 🛶

• Thrills await at Cedar Point Amusement Park, the nation's best 🎢

• Set sail on a private charter across stunning Lake Tahoe ⛵

• Enjoy a spectacular show in vibrant Las Vegas 🎭

• Culinary adventures with professional chefs at a private cooking school 🍳

• Feel the adrenaline with extreme tubing at Park City Olympic Park 🎉

• Laugh the night away at the IMPROV Comedy Club in L.A. 🎤

• Experience horseback riding, the Alpine Slide, and Cowboy Coaster 🚵‍♀️

• Discover San Francisco's treasures, including Fisherman’s Wharf and Alcatraz 🦭

• Explore iconic locations: Venice Beach, Rodeo Drive, Hollywood, Santa Monica Pier 🌴

• Water sports galore in Lake Tahoe: waterski, wakeboard, kneeboard, or tube 🌊

• Thrilling adventures at Universal Studios and Disneyland 🎠

• Catch a Major League Baseball game and visit the San Diego Zoo 🦁

• Have a blast at Whirlyball and Lagoon-a-Beach Water & Amusement Park 🎡

📝 More Details

Program Specifics

Arrival in New York

Transportation via motor coach departs in the morning from New York to Ithaca. For those traveling from outside NY, NJ, CT, or PA, we can assist with flight arrangements and chaperoned accommodations.

Return Flight Home from San Francisco, California

Leaders will assist with check-in and remain at the airport until flights depart.

Food and Meals

We prioritize great dining experiences, visiting popular restaurants and local favorites. Dietary requests, including vegetarian, gluten-free, and more, are happily accommodated.

Rooming

Participants will enjoy comfortable accommodations in safe, secure hotels with varying room arrangements to suit each group.

Laundry

Pack light! We’ll guide your teen through laundry essentials during the trip with provided supplies.

What’s Included

Tuition covers lodging, breakfast and dinner daily, activities, airport transfers, and transportation from New York to Ithaca. Optional travel insurance is available.

🗺️ Itinerary

A detailed itinerary filled with adventure awaits your teen, including:

• Days 1-2: Team-building activities and orientation in Ithaca, NY.

• Days 3-4: Awe-inspiring experiences at Niagara Falls, NY.

• Days 5-6: Thrilling rides at Cedar Point in Cleveland, OH.

• Days 7-8: Exploring Ann Arbor, MI, and enjoying Whirlyball.

• Days 9-11: Cultural and comedic experiences in Chicago, IL.

• Days 12-13: Discovering the Mall of America in Bloomington, MN.

• Days 14-40: Adventures through iconic national parks, cities, and beaches across America, including unforgettable moments in Las Vegas, Disneyland, and San Francisco!

🏨 Accommodation Details

Experience comfort and safety at renowned hotels during the journey, including:

• Ithaca, NY: Hampton Inn

• Niagara Falls: Hyatt Place Niagara Falls

• Cleveland, OH: Hyatt Place Lyndhurst

• Ann Arbor, MI: University of Michigan

• Chicago, IL: AC Hotel Chicago Downtown

• Bloomington, MN: Embassy Suites Bloomington

• Sioux Falls, SD: Hyatt Place Sioux Falls

• Rapid City, SD: Home 2 Suites By Hilton

• Cody, WY: Buffalo Bill Village

• Jackson, WY: Cowboy Village Resort

• Park City, UT: AC Marriott Park City

• Las Vegas, NV: Luxor Hotel

• Orange County, CA: Embassy Suites by Hilton Anaheim South

• San Diego, CA: Homewood Suites Hotel Circle

• Los Angeles, CA: Embassy Suites LAX North

• Santa Barbara, CA: Hyatt Place Hotel

• Lake Tahoe, CA: Hampton Inn & Suites Tahoe-Truckee