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Highlights of Route 66 with Mother Road Festival & Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
16 day tour from Chicago to Los Angeles
Tour Operator
Cosmos
Departures
Sep 25, 2025
–
Sep 24, 2026
Prices From
$3,819
Get your kicks on Route 66 with a legendary trip across America. This historic route, which was called the “Main Street of America” for more than 50 years before the advent of the US Interstate system, begins in Chicago, travels through eight states, and ends in Los Angeles. On this trip down memory lane, you’ll visit the major cities along Route 66, visit Route 66 museums, and step back in time to when the journey was part of the fun! And you’ll be just in time to experience two special events - the 20th Annual Mother Road Festival and the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta! The annual
Tour Itinerary
Day 1
CHICAGO
Welcome to Chicago, the start of Route 66! Your Tour Director is on hand from 3pm-6pm to answer questions. Once settled into your hotel, perhaps start exploring the city’s amazing architecture via the 1.25-mile Riverwalk along the Chicago River or do some shopping at the many well-known retail destinations along Michigan Avenue.
Day 2
CHICAGO
Known as the “Windy City,” Chicago is home to magnificent architecture including one of America’s tallest buildings, notorious gangster Al Capone, and countless jazz and blues clubs. Oh, and deep-dish pizza, of course! Get to know this exciting city on a morning sightseeing tour that includes the sign marking the start of historic Route 66. Spend a free afternoon exploring Chi Town—perhaps a visit to the 103rd-floor Skydeck of the Willis Tower (formerly Sears Tower), a walk along the Magnificent Mile, or an optional river cruise for a different view of the city’s celebrated architecture. (CB)
Day 3
CHICAGO–PONTIAC–SPRINGFIELD-INTERNATIONAL ROUTE 66 MOTHER ROAD FESTIVAL
This morning, take a spin through Route 66 memorabilia with a visit to the Route 66 Hall of Fame & Museum in Pontiac. Housed in a historic fire station, this collection of fascinating items includes large maps to sketch out your upcoming Route 66 adventure, as well as nostalgic photos and postcards from the Mother Road’s” heyday. Then on to Springfield, the capital of Illinois, to enjoy the International Route 66 Festival, where the streets come alive with the rumble of engines from hotrod cars, cool trucks, and vintage motorcycles. There is free live entertainment featuring R&B, Motown, and c
Day 4
SPRINGFIELD–ST. LOUIS
Cross the mighty Mississippi River and continue to St. Louis, “Gateway to the West.” Your orientation tour includes the towering Gateway Arch National Park. Ascend to the top of the 630-foot-tall arch for a panoramic view of the city and river. Then drive along an original stretch of Route 66 and get the chance to savor some Ted Drewes Frozen Custard, a Route 66 treat since 1929. (B)
What's Included
Meals
9 Breakfasts
Hotels
Hotel Saint Clair
Superior Tourist-Class
Drury Inn & Suites Springfield
Pear Tree Inn St. Louis Convention Center
Drury Inn & Suites Joplin
Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel
Country Inn & Suites Amarillo West
Hilton Garden Inn Albuquerque Uptown
La Quinta Inn and Suites-Grand Canyon Area
Sahara Las Vegas
Westin Bonaventure
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Sep 25, 2025
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Oct 10, 2025
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Sep 24, 2026
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Oct 09, 2026
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Start Date
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Oct 09, 2026
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