Founded on the ruins of an abandoned indian village and steeped in history, santa fe is the oldest capital in the u. Located along the frontage road old route 66, near hope road on the south side of 140. Books that honor a part of american history and serve as educational tools or travel guides for route 66. So, book yourself a route 66 motorcycle tour today. On route 66 motorcycle tours, you are crossing eight states and three time zones. It has been remarkably updated in every way for the latest edition.
I have heard it is better to get hotels as u go on route 66 rather than do the package where it is all booked incase we want to spend extra nights in places or even miss. Few roads have the aura of route 66 and, for many, it represents the real america. Route 66 tours ktc motorhome tours campervan tours usa. Route 66 holidays get your kicks on a route 66 holiday. Free north coast 500 itinerary and tips created by a scot. To book your ultimate american dream roadtrip along route 66, call tour america today on 018173535. No route 66 journey is complete without a visit to one or all of the mother roads classic museums. Score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Highway 66, also known as the will rogers highway, the main street of america or the mother road, was one of the origin. Youll start in chicago then travel through st louis, oklahoma city, amarillo, santa fe, albuquerque and las vegas among others, before ending your trip in santa monica the official end to route 66. Detailed 2 week route 66 itinerary plan the ultimate route. Drive the iconic route 66, from chicago to the santa monica pier on this onceinalifetime fly drive adventure. Route 66 travel guides, maps and books historic route 66.
Buckle up for an american escorted tour youll never forget, tracing the famed route 66 from chicago to the city of angels. A route 66 road trip is a driving adventure along what is probably the most famous road in the world. Still the best value for money guided route 66 tour on the market today. Book the october 2020 tour by 29 feb and save over 10% on the web price shown. See iconic america at its finest with a route 66 holiday from bon voyage.
Earlier editions are still being sold and are ten years or more out of date. Sep, 2015 lesson themed nametags i created for my kids church. Route 66 road trips usa, road trip planners route 66 tours. Route 66 holidays a once in a lifetime road trip where you can drive a real piece of american history, while staying in a collection of completely unique accommodations related to route 66 lore. The most iconic adventure through the heartland of real america, our route 66 original tour offers no better way to experience the history and genesis of american popular. My route 66 trip was the first time id visited the states and i didnt know when id be returning. The cheapest way to ride route 66 the lost adventure. If you need a place to stay along this journey, try any of the route 66 stops. Board amtrak and ride the rails along historic route 66. Your journey will take you over 2,400 miles through the contrasting landscapes of the usa, with famous quirky route 66 landmarks to spot along the way.
Guided 66 tour book david knudson, national historic route 66 federation route 66. Route 66 travelers guide and roadside companion 4th edition first. A fantastic selfdrive experience which sees you journey through the classic route 66 hotspots in america. From the worlds tallest arch to high living in a desert oasis, tune in to the wild and welcoming spirit of the main street of america on one of our classic route 66 coach holidays. Start in chicago for 2 nights before hitting the famous route 66 on your way to st louis. Road trip scotlands answer to route 66 with this comprehensive nc500 travel guide.
Route 66 holidays are the perfect way to experience the magic and the myth of the usa. Illinois, missouri, kansas, oklahoma, texas, new mexico, arizona and california. Selfdrive route 66, chicago, illinois american sky. Continue to springfield, recognised as the birthplace of route 66. One of bon voyages own route 66 experts and our resident american theresa, offers a route 66 overview and a bit of mother road history. Every few miles there is an exit for a piece of route 66. Book your iconic route 66 holiday with complete north america. Organized statebystate starting with illinois, it can be read straight through or you can dip in to find what are the most tempting topics to you. Welcome to kiwis on route 66 which is new zealands premier tour company for your route 66 adventure. Eagleriders world famous route 66 motorcycle tour travels the original route 66, known as the mainstreet of america or mother road. Travelers guide and roadside companion tom snyder travel route 66. Entry to all must see attractions such as the cowboy hall of fame and will rogers memorial are included. This apartment features a garden, barbecue facilities, free wifi and free private parking. All the best route 66 fly drive holidays start in chicago where the road originally began at the corner of jackson boulevard and michigan avenue in 1926.
Many areas of the old road can be difficult to find so all of our route 66 holidays include. Given its 66 designation in 1926, it became a welltraveled highway, bringing. This is the 4th edition of the highly acclaimed travel guide to route 66. If you want to experience america first hand, this is definitely the way to do it. It is a nice size for armchair reading or to toss in the car for road trips. An encyclopedia with a twist, the route 66 encyclopedia presents alphabetical entries on route 66 history, landmarks, personalities, and culture, from bobby troups anthem route 66 to the grapes of wrath to the wigwam motel, illustrated with over 1,000 old and new, color and blackandwhite photos and memorabilia.
Because who can resist this classic 2,448 mile journey through eight states and three time zones. Ez66 guide for travelers 4th edition by jerry mcclanahan and national historic route 66 federation nov 30, 2019 4. That said, snyders combined guide and storybook is an absolute gem. On my trip the 4 largest deviations from route 66 were. Route 66 holidays route 66 tours american road trip holidays.
Another famous book in the world of route 66 travel, the route 66 adventure handbook distinguishes itself from others by focusing on the many wonders that youll encounter on your route 66 road trip. Average rental rates for 10 days with basic insurance need more coverage. Riding route 66 is a lifetime dream for many people, the top of their bucket list, the holiday of a lifetime. A mustsee is the illinois route 66 hall of fame and museum in pontiac, packed full with the finest memorabilia associated with the history of route 66. Our route 66 holidays and tours offer a unique journey of adventure, discovery and the freedom of the open road. In addition, it also contains maps, and points out things to see. We specialise in american fly drive holidays and we would love to help you plan your ultimate road trip holiday. Route 66 guide is available in 8 different languages.
Following in the footsteps of the frontiersmen who, hundreds of years ago, made those epic journeys west, our route 66 holidays promise hundreds of exciting sights and experiences along the length of the famous road. Immortalized in folklore, cinema and song, route 66 has become an iconic symbol of the great american road trip. Route 66 vacation cosmos affordable escorted tours. You could spend months doing this drive, however we have combined the best into 10 days. Our route 66 explorer is the all time classic american road trip. This detailed guide will perfectly prepare you for the trip of a lifetime along route 66. If youre looking for a route 66 book about what youll find there, the attraction and where they all are, heres what i think are some of the best books about route 66 on the market. Route 66 coach holidays american holidays escorted tours. Nov, 2015 riding route 66 is a lifetime dream for many people, the top of their bucket list, the holiday of a lifetime.
This historic route 66 tour takes you on an unforgettable selfdrive journey filled with captivating americana and the history of the old west. Who can resist this iconic 2,448 mile journey through eight states and three time zones. Youll learn what to pack, how to negotiate the price for a motorcycle or car rental, how to book accommodation, as well as what travel on route 66 looks like. Route 66 dates back to 1926, long before the interstates were conceived and built. By keeping the tours self drive and personalised, our route 66 tour clients have the flexibility to travel their way. Attractions a complete list with links to all the attractions and landmarks. Route 66 self drive holiday multi centre holidays eshores. Route 66 is the ultimate american road trip and weve put together a comprehensive 2 week route 66 itinerary to help drivers navigate this historic route. Route 66 americas mother road route 66 leger holidays. For a taste of 1950s america, take in a drivein movie by visiting the route 66 twin drive in theatre.
All the information you will need on the best travel destinations, attractions, hotels, motels and restaurants on u. The detailed daybyday route 66 itinerary covers all the basic details mileage, general route and sightseeing highlights along the 2,400 mile route. Route 66, one of the greatest highways and road trips of america score a books total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. A list of novels about or whose locations prominently feature the former u.
In 1938, route 66 became the first completely paved highway in the united states. Apr 12, 2020 a route 66 road trip is a 2,400 mile driving adventure along what is probably the most famous road in the world. Route 66 books, endtoend guidebooks binding 216 pages, spiralbound buy ad amazon. Known as the mother road, it stretched from the great lakes to the shores of californias pacific coast. Me and my fiance want to spend a month doing route 66 for our honeymoon. Usa fly drive holidays last minute deals usa fly drive. The route 66 selfguided road trip on a harley davidson was marvelous, it exceeded our expectations. Route 66 holidays tour along route 66 with titan travel. On this route 66 tour, youll get the opportunity to travel to some of the cities along route 66, visit many of the route 66 museums, and step back in time to when the journey was part of the fun. Travelling from chicago to st louis, missouri, the icons of route 66 that youve seen on television and read about in books appear before your very eyes. Featuring garden views, route 66 new mexico 6 provides accommodation with a patio and a kettle, around less than 1 km from rethymno beach. Route 66 is the ultimate all american road trip, crossing vast amounts of dessert, dotted with small towns full of history and character. For some this is considered the best route 66 guide and for good reason. Historic route 66 spans over 2,400 miles and crosses 8 states, starting in chicago, illinois and terminating at the pacific coast in santa monica, california.
Pin on route 66 a trip through the 66 books of the bible ideas. The ultimate route 66 travel guide free ebook money. Spanning 8 states and over 2000 miles, route 66 or the mother road as it became known during the desperation of the dust bowl era, offers a nostalgic journey through 20 th century american history and the search for a better life in the west. Route 66 selfdrives hit the open highway and discover true americana as you travel west along the iconic mother road on the ultimate selfdrive adventure. Savour and enjoy this truly authentic american experience and discover the true america. Wander past the grand canyon and then discover the culture and traditions of new mexico. You will find all the attractions and sights of that town. Ultimate route 66 road trip planning guide independent. Take the holiday of a lifetime and drive the classic route 66 with bon voyage. Contact us click here 2015 inductees to the route 66 walk of fame 0760806. Welcome to kiwis on route 66 which is new zealands premier tour company for your route 66. My wife and i took a road trip from albuquerque to the grand canyon and bqck in august.
Ktcs route 66 tour travels as much of old route 66 as is practical. A guide to the history, sights, and destinations along the main street of america jim hinckley. Jim hinckleys travel route 66 is a winner from the cover that displays route 66 icons to the handy index in the back. From vintage motels to kitschy roadside art, this book successfully navigates route 66 with very clear passion for its subject. Route 66 holidays route 66 tours american road trip. For this reason, it is recommended that you allot at least two weeks to do the tour. National historic route 66 federation date published 2015 category route 66 books, endtoend guidebooks binding 216 pages, spiralbound buy ad amazon. Our route 66 planning guide will help you plan your american road trip adventure including, when to go, how many days you need, how to rent a car, what to see, where to stay, etc. Gilligans comprehensive route book book used in conjunction with our gps programme gilligans music for the mother road a cd with over 150 essential songs for your time driving 66 a personal meeting and book signing with renowned route 66 author and historian jim hinckley. Travelling on route 66 evokes the pioneer spirit at the roots of north american civilisation. Best route 66 books 47 books meet your next favorite book. You will find the motels all competing with each other with incredibly low prices. There are also optional group meals at route 66 icons such as peggy sues 50s diner and the big texan home of the 72oz steak along the way we make several side trips and detours.