How long does a Route 66 tour take?
If you are preparing for the all-American Route 66 road trip, it’s important to know exactly how long the tour is going to take.
4 essential items to pack for your Route 66 tour
You’ll have the time of your life touring Route 66 – but remembering these four essentials will make your holiday as smooth as possible.
Where does Route 66 actually start and end?
Route 66 is the greatest road in the history of the United States, but there’s some confusion about where exactly it begins and ends. Here, we explain.
Which kind of Route 66 tour should you pick?
On the back of a bike or in the comfort of a luxury car, there are so many different ways you might be picturing your great American road trip. That’s why we offer a variety of transport options for our tours of Route 66, from motorcycle provisions to self-driven or chauffeured cars.
What to see in 12.6 miles of Kansas
Kansas makes up a measly 12.6 miles of Route 66’s total length. However, that hasn’t stopped the people of Kansas from embracing their part in this historic road and showcasing local culture and history at key points. Check out these fascinating spots along Route 66 in Kansas.
3 of the best blue experiences along Route 66
Blue is the colour of freedom and Route 66 Tours are all about that. From a beautiful pool in the middle of New Mexico to Route 66’s most soulful music, check out these three very different, but all unforgettable, “blue” experiences to be found on our tours.
All you need to know about Santa Monica Pier
Santa Monica Pier stands proud at the spiritual end of Route 66, marked by the famous End of the Trail sign. However, it wasn’t always considered the end of the road. So, what about the pier earned its unofficial title? We take a look at only a few of the great things on offer at Santa Monica Pier.
3 times Route 66 stood in Hollywood’s spotlight
The United States’ most famous road has inspired all manner of pop culture throughout the decades – including critically acclaimed films. We’ve picked three stand-out movies in which Route 66 truly shines for its history and symbolism. Be sure to give these a watch before your next tour.
5 fun facts about the historic Route 66
There’s no doubt about it, there’s a lot of fun to be had on a tour of the Historic Route 66! So much fun that before you even get there, we thought we’d share a couple of cool facts about the road. Sign up for a tour to learn more about the road from our knowledgeable tour guides!
The significance of Route 66 in “The Grapes of Wrath”
Have you ever read “The Grapes of Wrath”? It’s a novel about the history of the American west during the 1930s. Our good old Route 66 is a big part of the story with some pretty deep symbolism. If you’re planning on embarking on a Route 66 Tour, you might want to give the book (or this post) a read!