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Getting Your <strong>Kicks</strong>

Getting Your Kicks

Illinois - California

  • 14 stops
  • 2062 miles
  • 14 days

Get your kicks on Route 66 – America’s legendary cross-country route – for a taste of old-fashioned Americana.

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Totally <strong>Texas</strong>

Totally Texas

Texas - Texas

  • 12 stops
  • 1676 miles
  • 14 days

Big, bold and beautiful – uncover the wonders of the Lone Star State.

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Roaring Twenties <strong>Chicago</strong>

Roaring Twenties Chicago

Illinois - Illinois

  • 14 stops
  • 300 miles
  • 3 days

Take a Lindy Hop back in time on our Roaring Twenties road trip of Chicago’s most iconic sights. Experience the razzle dazzle of the historic theater, trace the footsteps of bootleggers and try plenty of deep-dish pizza along the way.

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Ghost towns of <strong>the West</strong>

Ghost towns of the West

California - Arizona

  • 12 stops
  • 1,346 miles
  • 10 days

Discover the deserted delights of America’s wilderness in this trip through its ghost towns.

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The Road to <strong>Civil Rights</strong>

The Road to Civil Rights

Atlanta - Louisiana

  • 9 stops
  • 1110 miles
  • 12 days

Explore the towns and landmarks that played a pivotal role in the Civil Rights struggle of the 1950s and 60s.

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Haunted America

Haunted America

New York - Philadelphia

  • 12 stops
  • 1460 miles
  • 14-16 days

Visit eerie lighthouses, sinister state buildings and a town synonymous with witches on this ghost-packed US road trip. Welcome to Haunted America.

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Magical Lighthouses <strong>of Maine</strong>

Magical Lighthouses of Maine

York - Lubec

  • 10 stops
  • 377 miles
  • 7 days

Discover lighthouses, oysters and beautiful cities with this Maine road trip, exploring some of the most peaceful spots in New England.

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Into the <strong>Valleys</strong>

Into the Valleys

Arizona - Oregon

  • 12 stops
  • 1,764 miles
  • 14 days

Visit the West Coast’s most beautiful old scenery with some massive landmarks along the way.

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Colorado <strong>Ski Adventure</strong>

Colorado Ski Adventure

Colorado - Colorado

  • 11 stops
  • 553 miles
  • 10 days

From the Wild West and haunted hotels to sublime slopes and plenty in between, enjoy an awe-inspiring adventure in Colorado.

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Full-On <strong>Florida</strong>

Full-On Florida

Orlando - Key Largo

  • 14 stops
  • 905 miles
  • 10 days

Whether you want theme parks or nature parks, fun, sun and culture await in the Sunshine State.

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Pacific Coast <strong>Paradise</strong>

Pacific Coast Paradise

Washington - California

  • 14 stops
  • 1431 miles
  • 10 days

See the stunning West Coast of the USA with quirky stops and breathtaking natural scenery.

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The <strong>Stargazing States</strong>

The Stargazing States

Wyoming - Nebraska

  • 14 stops
  • see notes miles
  • 14 days

Be inspired to look to the heavens with our guide to the very best US stargazing spots.

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Appalachian <strong>Trail</strong>

Appalachian Trail

Georgia - Maine

  • 14 stops
  • 1332 miles
  • 10 days

Take the Appalachian Trail challenge for some of the US’ best scenery.

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Pop Culture <strong>Cruisin’</strong>

Pop Culture Cruisin’

Washington - California

  • 13 stops
  • 1363 miles
  • 10 days

If you like US pop culture, this tour of famous TV, music and film locations is for you.

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Best of <strong>the Midwest</strong>

Best of the Midwest

Missouri - Kansas

  • 12 stops
  • 1433 miles
  • 10 days

Whether you want the Windy City or the lush rolling hills, the Midwest has it all.

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A Carolina <strong>Christmas</strong>

A Carolina Christmas

North Carolina - South Carolina

  • 10 stops
  • 570 miles
  • 7 to 9 days

When the holiday season arrives, the Carolinas transforms into a festive wonderland, ready to discover on our magical Christmas road trip.

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Cross-Country <strong>Sporting Successes</strong>

Cross-Country Sporting Successes

Kentucky - Massachusetts

  • 13 stops
  • 1157 miles
  • 10 days

Sporting history is made and celebrated at this selection of landmarks and stadiums.

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Roads Paved <strong>With Gold</strong>

Roads Paved With Gold

Utah - California

  • 12 stops
  • 1288 miles
  • 10 days

Follow the spread of the gold rush across the country to some scenic destinations.

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Deep in the <strong>heart of Texas</strong>

Deep in the heart of Texas

Texas - Texas

  • 12 stops
  • 1031 miles
  • 10 days

They say everything’s bigger in Texas – that includes the fun you’ll have at these legendary Texan landmarks.

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Eat the <strong>East Coast</strong>

Eat the East Coast

New Orleans - New York

  • 12 stops
  • 1537 miles
  • 10 days

Good food, great locations – enjoy an East Coast culinary adventure in style.

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The Oregon <strong>Trail</strong>

The Oregon Trail

Missouri - Oregon

  • 13 stops
  • 2064 miles
  • 14 days

Follow the pioneers of American life on the frontier with this fact-filled jaunt across the States.

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The Grand <strong>Circle</strong>

The Grand Circle

Nevada - Nevada

  • 13 stops
  • 1390 miles
  • 10 days

Get your camera ready for some of the USA’s most majestic national landmarks – and a few surprises too.

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Filming <strong>locations</strong>

Filming locations

New York - Minnesota

  • 12 stops
  • 1657 miles
  • 11 days

See a feast of famous film locations on this star-studded jaunt across the East.

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The Weird, <strong>Weird West</strong>

The Weird, Weird West

Washington - Nevada

  • 13 stops
  • 1950 miles
  • 14 days

See the weird and wonderful sights of the West with this quirky road trip through the States.

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Great River <strong>Road</strong>

Great River Road

Minnesota - Louisiana

  • 14 stops
  • 1678 miles
  • 12 days

Follow the world’s fourth-longest river through some amazing US destinations and see some cultural icons.

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Grit, Gangsters <strong>and Gasoline</strong>

Grit, Gangsters and Gasoline

New York - Illinois

  • 12 stops
  • 1283 miles
  • 10 days

Discover the murky past of the United States with these notorious historical landmarks.

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Surfing <strong>California</strong>

Surfing California

San Diego - San Francisco

  • 12 stops
  • 633 miles
  • 10 days

Hit the waves at California’s coolest destinations for a stellar surfing adventure.

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Interstate <strong>90</strong>

Interstate 90

Montana - Cleveland

  • 13 stops
  • 1957 miles
  • 12 days

Drive this legendary stretch of highway for awe-inspiring historical landmarks and quirky art projects.

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Roller Coaster <strong>Tour</strong>

Roller Coaster Tour

Wisconsin - New Jersey

  • 13 stops
  • 2841 miles
  • 16 days

Not for the faint-hearted - enjoy the thrills and spills of the USA’s best roller coasters.

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Sounds of <strong>the South</strong>

Sounds of the South

Tennessee - Louisiana

  • 14 stops
  • 1144 miles
  • 8 days

From Presley to Parton, this trip is for fans of good ol’ grassroots American music.

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Hotshot <strong>Hawaii</strong>

Hotshot Hawaii

Honolulu - Honolulu

  • 10 stops
  • 128 miles
  • 2-3 days

Experience the magic behind the movies by checking out beaches and forests on O’ahu that feature in Hollywood epics, on our Hawaiian Hotshots road trip.

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Shopping, Sights <strong>& Sidewalks</strong>

Shopping, Sights & Sidewalks

Boston - Virginia

  • 12 stops
  • 675 miles
  • 10 days

In need of some retail therapy? Visit the States’ best known shopping destinations.

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The <strong>Dakotas</strong>

The Dakotas

South Dakota - South Dakota

  • 12 stops
  • 845 miles
  • 8 days

For a fascinating mix of nature and historical landmarks, look no further than the Dakota circuit.

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Natural <strong>California</strong>

Natural California

Joshua Tree National Park - Mosaic Canyon

  • 9 stops
  • 1,516 miles
  • 9 days

Explore famous national parks, camp beneath the stars and visit iconic film locations on this epic California road trip.

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To Florida <strong>and Beyond</strong>

To Florida and Beyond

Texas - Florida

  • 13 stops
  • 1734 miles
  • 10 days

Head across the southeast for some family fun in the theme park capital of the USA.

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The Rocky <strong>Mountains Road</strong>

The Rocky Mountains Road

Montana - New Mexico

  • 13 stops
  • 1573 miles
  • 12 days

Drive the Rocky Mountains Road for the best scenery and wildlife the States has to offer.

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Great Heights <strong>Tour</strong>

Great Heights Tour

Nevada - Nevada

  • 7 stops
  • 1,491 miles
  • 7 days

Leave the casinos and high rollers of Las Vegas behind and discover the Silver State’s rugged landscapes, on this thrilling Nevada road trip.

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One Small <strong>Step</strong>

One Small Step

Washington - Texas

  • 11 stops
  • 2636 miles
  • 14 days

Take a space-themed tour through America on this Apollo 11, lunar landing-inspired road trip, taking in Cape Canaveral, Florida, and Houston, Texas.

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Canyons of <strong>Arizona & Nevada</strong>

Canyons of Arizona & Nevada

Phoenix - Nevada

  • 13 stops
  • 984 miles
  • 14 days

Drive through the vast valleys and dramatic canyons of America’s west on this route through Arizona and Nevada.

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Utah's <strong>Mighty Five</strong>

Utah's Mighty Five

Salt Lake City - Zion National Park

  • 7 stops
  • 632 miles
  • 7 days

Discover a world of geological wonders in the Beehive State with our Mighty Five road trip across Utah.

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Nascar <strong>Homelands</strong>

Nascar Homelands

Daytona - Charlotte

  • 10 stops
  • 1200 miles
  • 10 days

Follow in the footsteps of NASCAR heroes, visit iconic racetracks and trace the history of an all-American motorsport on this US road trip. Rev your engines.

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Awesome <strong>Arizona</strong>

Awesome Arizona

Tucson - Grand Canyon

  • 9 stops
  • 691 miles
  • 7 days

Experience the Copper State’s dizzying peaks and dramatic depths on our Awesome Arizona road trip.

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Mighty <strong>Michigan</strong>

Mighty Michigan

Bay City - Grand Haven

  • 12 stops
  • 1031 miles
  • 6 days

Start planning a journey through the Great Lake State on our Mighty Michigan road trip. Check out our route map to explore the rural beauty that awaits.

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Mother’s Day Weekend Road Trip Getaway

Mother’s Day Weekend Road Trip Getaway

Balboa Park, San Diego - Downtown Alameda, San Francisco

  • 8 stops
  • 585 miles
  • 8 days

Treat Mom to a memorable adventure this Mother’s Day weekend on our West Coast getaway road trip.

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Spring Golf Season

Spring Golf Season

Davenport - The Prairie Club

  • 10 stops
  • 1064 miles
  • 7 days

The Midwest contains some of the country’s finest golf courses and our spring golf season road trip takes you through Iowa and Nebraska’s fantastic fairways.

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New Hampshire Road Trip – <strong>Scaling the White Mountain State</strong>

New Hampshire Road Trip – Scaling the White Mountain State

Manchester, NH - Concord

  • 11 stops
  • 351 miles
  • 5 to 6 days

Scale the White Mountain State on our New Hampshire road trip. Discover authentic New England on scenic drives, explore quaint cities and reach epic peaks.

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Eat the West Coast

Eat the West Coast

Hollywood - Seattle

  • 12 stops
  • 1446 miles
  • 7 to 9 days

From Hollywood’s finest celeb eateries and quaint bistros hidden under Californian palms, to riverside restaurants and markets in the soul of Seattle, the west coast has it all.

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Captivating <strong>Colors</strong>

Captivating Colors

Guilford - Portland

  • 10 stops
  • 506 miles
  • 4 to 5 days

Experience fall foliage in New England with our Captivating Colors road trip. Peep the best leaves and see spectacular sights along the way on our route.

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Summer on the <strong>Oregon Coast</strong>

Summer on the Oregon Coast

Portland - Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest

  • 10 stops
  • 639 miles
  • 5 to 7 days

Spend your summer exploring the Oregon coast on our road trip. Wander through the wilderness, traverse mountains and enjoy incredible viewpoints today.

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Robert Trent Jones <strong>Trail</strong>

Robert Trent Jones Trail

Alabama - Alabama

  • 11 stops
  • 831.5 miles
  • 11 to 14 days days

After collecting your rental car in Mobile, the first course is a short drive northwest. Golf Digest recently named Magnolia Grove as one of the world’s top 50 golf courses.

Featuring three newly renovated courses, the 54 holes are set in acres of open parkland. The lakes and pines of the Crossings course have hosted several LPGA Tour events too, including the Airbus LPGA Classic.

Need accommodation? Check out Mobile’s historic Malaga Inn. It features an array of Southern Living-style rooms and suites.

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Veterans Day <strong>Trail</strong>

Veterans Day Trail

Arlington - New York

  • 10 stops
  • 266 miles
  • 5 days

Discover fascinating military history and commemorate those who have served in our armed forces on our Veterans Day Trail road trip.

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Go Green for <strong>St Patrick’s</strong>

Go Green for St Patrick’s

New York City - Boston

  • 8 stops
  • 270 miles
  • 7 days

Experience St Patrick’s Day like never before with our Irish-American road trip, from Boston to NYC. Plan your St Paddy’s celebrations with Hertz today.

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