LONDON, ENGLAND, May 08, 2011 (Press-News.org) The 20% saving applies to the following tours: Alaskan Highlights (9 day round-trip from Anchorage); Best of the West (18 days San Francisco to Las Vegas); California Coast & Western Parks (13 day round-trip from Los Angeles); Canadian Discovery Family Tour (11 day round-trip from Seattle); Great American Road Trip (25 days New York to Los Angeles); Historic Route 66 (14 days Chicago to Los Angeles); National Parks of the West (28 day round-trip from San Francisco); Native American Lands (14 day round-trip from Las Vegas); Texas Ranger (12 day round trip to Houston) and Western National Parks Walk (15 days Seattle to San Francisco).
With such a variety of landscapes to enjoy, the USA offers eager explorers a diverse range of adventures including camping under the stars in Monument Valley, hiking the wooded trails of the Canadian Rockies and rafting the mighty Colorado River. And, with America's exciting cities matched by the charms of its smaller communities, there's plenty of opportunity to soak up the heritage and culture of this great nation.
BIG SUMMER DISCOUNTS:
Save GBP539pp touring the 'National Parks of the West'
 Taking in 11 national parks and monuments, with horse-back riding and a 2-night ranch stay plus the chance to white-water raft on Snake River, the 28-day National Parks of the West is Grand American Adventures' most in-depth tour. With a discounted price starting from GBP2160pp, highlights include a view of the lava flows, tubes and volcanic cones in Idaho's Snake River Plain, the western style saloons of Jackson, the panoramic views of Canyonlands National Park where the Colorado and Green Rivers meet and the 227 mile-long Grand Canyon National Park. Price includes transport, accommodation (22 nights camping, 3 night's hotel & 2 nights on the ranch), camping meals, white-water rafting and sight-seeing with an experienced local leader.
Save GBP351pp on the 18-day 'Best of the West' itinerary
 Travellers keen to take in the 'jewels in the crown' of America's national parks can book on to the 18-day Best of the West camping tour with Grand American Adventures, starting from GBP1320pp including the 20% discount. The tour travels from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon to watch the sun rise and set, Salt Lake City to Yellowstone National Park and Nevada to San Francisco. With a Navajo Indian guided tour of Monument Valley included and the option to take in the dramatic landscapes of the Grand Canyon and Colorado River by air, this trip offers the perfect introduction to the wilderness of the West. Prices include transport, accommodation (16 nights camping, 1 night hotel), all camping meals and sightseeing with an experienced local leader.
Save GBP285pp on a 9-day tour of Alaska
 For those looking to experience Alaska's vast wilderness, the 20% discount reduces the price of the 9-day Alaska Highlights tour, now starting from just GBP1088pp. Glaciers, rainforests and abundant wildlife ensure the trip is filled with adventure as travellers head into the Kenai Fjords National Park, enjoy a cruise through Resurrection Bay, take the ferry past the Chugach Mountains to Valdez, marvel at the pristine views from the lodge at the base of the Maclaren glacier and explore the vast wildlife of Denali National Park such as wolves and caribou before heading to the final destination of Anchorage. Prices include transport, accommodation (4 nights cabin, 4 nights hotel), scenic ferry crossing to Valdez, 2 sight-seeing bus tours in Denali National Park and an experienced local leader.
Save GBP219pp on a family adventure in Canada
 With opportunities to raft, canoe, hike and bike set against a breath-taking backdrop, Canada is an adventure playground for the whole family. Prices for the 11-day Canadian Discovery tour start from GBP880pp with the 20% discount. The tour includes day hikes in Valdez and Seward, a guided walk on the Athabasca glacier in Jasper National Park, the chance to visit the Emerald Lake in Yoho National Park, a cable car to the top of the Sulphur Mountains before returning to the bottom to soak in natural hot springs and vibrant Vancouver. Price includes all transport, accommodation (10 nights camping with equipment), guided glacier walk, meals whilst camping and an experienced local leader.
To find out more contact Grand American Adventures on 0844 576 1406
or visit http://www.grandamericanadventures.com
NOTE TO EDITORS:
About Grand American Adventures
- US specialist, Grand American Adventures, offers holidaymakers the chance to explore the real Americas while travelling in small, flexible groups and staying in comfortable accommodation, from historic National Park lodges and spacious dome tents to cowboy ranches and boutique hotels.
- With a focus on taking customers off the tourist trails and into the wilderness regions and national parks of North, South and Central America, its tours take in a wide range of activities. From hiking, horse riding, mountain biking and snorkelling to rafting, glacier trekking and scenic helicopter flights, tours can be tailored to every adventure level.
Explore North America in Added Comfort for Less This Summer
Grand American Adventures is offering 20% off ten of its new tours, plus a 10% discount on all other North American tours this summer when booked between 10 and 23 May.
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