Self-drive in the Silver State in 2019
19th December 2018: There’s nothing quite like the freedom of hitting the open road on a self-drive tour. With varying climates and terrains, Nevada has something for every budding explorer keen to discover what the Silver State has to offer. From driving ‘The Loneliest Road’ in America and relaxing at the Grand Basin National Park to exploring Lake Tahoe, Elko and Ely, Nevada is a traveller’s playground whether they’re going solo, as a couple or with the family. There are a number of specialist tour operators offering self-drive holidays to Nevada, here are just a few …
FOR THE ADVENTUROUS SOLO TRAVELLER:
Exploring Nevada and ‘The Loneliest Road’ in America with Bon Voyage:
‘The Loneliest Road’ stretches for 287 miles across the desert and is the ultimate off-the-beaten-track adventure as visitors to the region won’t see another soul for miles, only breath-taking views and the long, empty road. Known as one of the state’s most scenic and historic corridors, those wishing to visit Nevada book a 12 night Nevada and ‘The Loneliest Road’ itinerary with Bon Voyage (www.bon-voyage.co.uk / 02380 248248) from £1,796pp. Tour highlights include exploring Las Vegas and the Strip, cruising along The Loneliest Road and Extraterrestrial Highway, as well as visiting ghost and mining towns, Lake Tahoe, State Parks, National Parks and Death Valley. Price includes return flights from the UK to Las Vegas, 12 nights’ accommodation in B&B’s, historic inns and resorts and a personalised road book with travel tips, day-to-day itinerary and local area information. www.bon-voyage.co.uk/destinations/nevada_holidays/itinerary/unexpected_unexplained_undeniably_nevada
FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY:
Nevada for the whole family on a fly-drive tour through the Silver State with Travel Planners:
As a historic mining and railroad town with an exciting past and a downtown area that’s now filled with spectacular murals, historic hotels and art galleries, this Travel Planners tour will begin in the enchanting town of Ely. Further afield, visitors will find an amazing array of outdoor recreational activities at Great Basin National Park, Ward Mountain Recreation Area and Cave Lake State Park. Visitors will then head to the Ruby Mountains and Elko to experience some spectacular scenery and the Great Basin National Park. The trip will end on a real high as families will have the chance to experience Lake Tahoe, known as a stunning all-year round destination. With seasonal sports and activities suitable for a range of ages, activities include skiing, ice skating, hiking, biking, golf and water sports close to the accommodation provided. Travel Planners’ (www.travelplanners.co.uk / 020 3542 8888), itinerary starts from £1,169pp and includes flights, nine nights in hotels across Nevada and car hire with GPS for the duration of the trip. Travel Planners is also currently offering a £245 saving per person on this package. www.travelplanners.co.uk/holiday-types/fly-drive/item/1040-nevada
FOR EXPLORER COUPLES:
The best of Ely, Lake Tahoe and Las Vegas road trip with America As You Like It:
As the seventh largest State in the US, Nevada is full of natural beauty, picturesque scenery, old western history and an array of outdoor activities. Couples wishing to take part in this 10-night tour with America As You Like It (www.americaasyoulikeit.com / 0208 742 8299) have the chance to explore Las Vegas and it’s world class entertainment scene, before collecting their car to head to Tonapah, best known for Death Valley and Rhyolite, one of Nevada’s many famous ghost towns. Other tour highlights include Elko, known largely as the Alps of Nevada, Ely, a graceful mining town where vintage buildings have been revitalised through a city-wide mural project and the Great Basin National Park. Whilst here, take a guided tour of the underground passages at Lehman Caves or hike to Bristlecone Forest where some of the ancient trees are nearly 3,000 years old! Price starts from £1,133pp and includes flights from London to Las Vegas, seven days car hire and seven nights’ room-only accommodation. www.americaasyoulikeit.com/discover-nevada-fly-drive
For more information visit: www.travelnevada.com
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