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The United States isn’t exactly a new destination. Many Australians have been there at least once. 

Cities such as Los Angeles and New York attract people all year round. But, what about all the amazing places located between the two cities?

The attractions of America’s largest cities need no introduction, but there’s so much to do and see outside of the more obvious destinations.

Tauck has experience in taking its guests on journeys of exploration through many of these places, located across the many states of America.

Take its 12-day tour of New England for example.

See New England at its fall foliage best. The tour begins in Boston with a welcome dinner at The Langham and includes a guided exploration of Boston’s historic sites. 

Travel to the Berkshires to visit Edith Wharton’s estate and The Clark Art Institute, then on to Vermont’s Green Mountains for stops at Hildene, Fort Ticonderoga, and Lake Champlain. Highlights include the Shelburne Museum, maple syrup tasting, and a stay in New Hampshire’s White Mountains with a Mount Washington excursion. 

The journey concludes in Maine, featuring a scenic train ride, visits to the Maine Maritime Museum and Portland Head Light, hands-on lobstering, and a farewell dinner in Portland, before ending with a transfer to Boston.

They also offer a fascinating journey through ‘Cowboy Country’

The 8-day tour through Wyoming and South Dakota begins with a welcome dinner in Jackson and visits to Snake River Ranch and Grand Teton National Park, including a rafting adventure on the Snake River. 

Explore Yellowstone National Park’s geysers and wildlife before heading to Cody for a glimpse of Buffalo Bill’s West and a night at the Cody Nite Rodeo. 

Experience cowboy life at the T-A Guest Ranch and the Ranch at Ucross, complete with campfire stories. Visit South Dakota’s Black Hills, featuring the Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore, before concluding the tour in Rapid City.

The Great Lakes

Relax and explore over 12 days on this tour which begins in Toronto, where you’ll enjoy a welcome dinner at Casa Loma before visiting Niagara Falls for a breathtaking boat ride and panoramic lunch. 

Explore Toronto with visits to cultural landmarks like the Royal Ontario Museum or the Ontario Art Gallery, then embark on a luxurious Ponant Explorer-Class ship for a journey through the Great Lakes. 

Sail the Welland Canal, marvel at engineering wonders, and enjoy onboard lectures. Stops include Cleveland for a Rock & Roll Hall of Fame tour, Detroit for the Henry Ford Museum or city landmarks, and Mackinac Island for a charming Victorian-era experience, complete with a visit to the historic Grand Hotel.

The adventure continues with excursions to Michigan’s sand dunes or the Dutch-inspired town of Holland, and a Chicago architectural river cruise featuring iconic skyscrapers and deep-dish pizza. 

Conclude in Chicago with a choice of visits to the Art Institute or Millennium Park, followed by a farewell dinner with live entertainment. Throughout the tour, enjoy a blend of natural beauty, cultural discoveries, and luxury amenities, making this an unforgettable exploration of the Great Lakes and surrounding cities.

These are just three of the many options available to travellers looking to explore the United States through Tauck.

For more information on Tauck, email [email protected], contact your local travel professional on 1800 962 043, or visit the website at www.tauck.com.au.