Route 66 100th Anniversary Adventure: The Ultimate Westbound

 🚗 8 Days of Nostalgia, Fun & Scenic Wonders 🚗

Celebrate 100 years of classic Americana with this unforgettable Route 66 Anniversary Adventure! From the wide-open plains of Oklahoma to the golden coast of California, you’ll travel the legendary highway that shaped American road trips. This fully escorted journey is packed with vintage charm—think neon signs, art deco gems, cowboy towns, and roadside diners straight out of the 1950s. Whether you’re a history buff, a nostalgic traveler, or just ready for a fun-filled ride, this tour promises laughter, great company, and countless photo ops at every mile marker. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the open road—Route 66 is calling! 

Book now and create memories to last a lifetime! ✨🏜️

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Route 66 – Oklahoma City Arrival (Sun, Apr 19)

     ✈️ Arrive in Oklahoma City by 11:00 AM CST

     🍔 Late Lunch on own at Pop’s in Arcadia – a Route 66 icon with hundreds of soda flavors!

     🏨 Evening at leisure – settle in and get ready for the road ahead!

Day 2: Museums, Legends & Big Texan Steaks! (Mon, Apr 20)

     🚗 Drive along Old Route 66 through charming Oklahoma towns

     🎸 Visit the Route 66 Museum in Clinton – relive the history of the Mother Road!

     🪕 Meet Route 66 Legend Harley at the Sandhill Curiosity Shop in Erick

     📸 Photo stop at Shamrock’s U-Drop Inn, an Art Deco masterpiece

     🥩 Dinner at the legendary Big Texan Steak Ranch – home of the 72oz steak! 

Day 3: Vintage Vibes & Cadillac Ranch (Tue, Apr 21)

     🎨 Leave your mark at Cadillac Ranch – a must-see roadside attraction!

     📸 Photo Stop in Adrian, TX – halfway between Chicago & LA!

     🏡 Blue Swallow Motel & Mural Tour in Tucumcari, NM – retro Route 66 charm!

     🍽 Lunch at Del’s – a classic diner with southwestern flavors

     🚗 Santa Rosa Auto Museum – vintage cars & Route 66 memorabilia

     🌇 Arrive in Albuquerque & dinner 

Day 4: Santa Fe Historic Charm (Wed, Apr 22)

     🏛 Guided Tour of Santa Fe’s Historic Plaza – adobe architecture & rich culture

     🥘 Lunch on your own – explore Santa Fe’s vibrant cafes & markets

     🌇 Arrive back in Albuquerque for dinner on own 

Day 5: Route 66 Legends & Petrified Forest & Time-Traveler’s Highway (Thu, Apr 23)

     🏜 Lunch at the historic El Rancho Hotel – where Hollywood legends once stayed

     🎖 Code Talker Memorial Stop – honoring Navajo WWII heroes

    🌳 Explore the Petrified Forest National Park – nature’s prehistoric wonder!

     📷 Multiple scenic stops – painted desert views, Route 66 relics, and historic landmarks

     🚗 Drive along Old Route 66 through Joseph City – a nostalgic ride through the past

     🎸 Standin’ on a Corner in Winslow, Arizona – a Route 66 classic!

     🏨 Stay in Winslow and have dinner

Day 6: Craters, Cowboys & Wild West Towns (Fri, Apr 24)

     🌠 Explore Meteor Crater – a massive impact site from outer space!

     🚂 Drive through historic Flagstaff & Williams, AZ – classic railroad towns

     🍔 Visit the legendary Snow Cap Drive-In in Seligman – quirky Route 66 nostalgia!

     🤠 Stop in Hackberry & Kingman – see vintage gas stations & old-time attractions & 

          Route 66 Museum, have a late lunch on your own

Day 7: Ghost Towns & Desert Highways (Sat, Apr 25)

     🐎 Meet the wild burros of Oatman– an Old West ghost town with cowboy charm!

     🎓 Visit the historic Goffs Schoolhouse – a glimpse into early desert education

     🍔 Lunch on own in Barstow

     📸 Photo stop at Amboy & its famous Route 66 roadside attractions

     🌳 Bottle Tree Ranch – a whimsical forest of glass bottles!

     🏨 Arrive in San Bernardino for a cozy overnight stay

Day 8: The Grand Finale – Santa Monica Pier & The End of the Trail! (Sun, Apr 26)

     🏕 Photo stop at the famous Wigwam Motel – "Have you slept in a Wigwam lately?"

     🚗 Cruise down Colorado Blvd. in Pasadena – home of the Rose Parade!

     🥪 Lunch at Filippe’s– a legendary sandwich shop in downtown LA

     🌊 Arrive at the Santa Monica Pier – Route 66’s final stop!

     🎉 Celebrate the journey with breathtaking ocean views & fresh sea air

     ✈️ Depart from Burbank Airport – farewell to an unforgettable adventure!

    🌟 Depart with amazing memories and friends made on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!