The U.S. is a country of 50 states covering a vast swath of North America, with Alaska in the extreme Northwest and Hawaii extending the nation’s presence into the Pacific Ocean. Major cities include New York, a global finance and culture center, and Washington, DC, the capital, both on the Atlantic Coast; Los Angeles, famed for filmmaking, on the Pacific Coast; and the Midwestern metropolis Chicago.
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The U.S. is a country of 50 states covering a vast swath of North America, with Alaska in the extreme Northwest and Hawaii extending the nation’s presence into the Pacific Ocean. Major cities include New York, a global finance and culture center, and Washington, DC, the capital, both on the Atlantic Coast; Los Angeles, famed for filmmaking, on the Pacific Coast; and the Midwestern metropolis Chicago.
Facts about the U.S.A.
Capital: Washington, D.C.
Independence Day: July 4, 1776
Motto: In God We Trust
National Bird: Bald Eagle
National Flower: Rose
National Anthem: The Star-Spangled Banner
Area (50 states and District of Columbia only): 9,631,418 sq km *Note: Area of China: 9,596,960 sq km Area of HK: 1,092 sq km
Comparative Size: About one-half the size of Russia; about three-tenths the size of Africa; about one-half the size of South America (or slightly larger than Brazil); slightly larger than China; about two and one-half times the size of Western Europe.
Largest State: Alaska
Smallest State: Rhode Island
Largest Cities: New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Houston, Philadelphia,
Border Countries and Oceans: Canada, Mexico, Atlantic Ocean, Gulf of Mexico, Pacific San Diego, Detroit, Dallas, Phoenix, San Antonio Ocean *Note: World's third-largest country by size (after Russia and Canada) and by population (after China and India); Mt. McKinley is highest point in North America and Death Valley the lowest point on the continent.
Population: 295,734,134 (July 2005 est.)
Languages: English 82.1%, Spanish 10.7%, other Indo-European 3.8%, Asian and Pacific island 2.7%, other 0.7% (2000 census)
Religions: Protestant 52%, Roman Catholic 24%, Mormon 2%, Jewish 1%, Muslim 1%, other 10%, none 10% (2002 est.)
Day 01: San Francisco
On arrival sic transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure, overnight at hotel.
Day 02: San Francisco : City tour
Morning proceed on half day sightseeing tour around San Francisco exploring this most culturally diverse and beautiful of cities. Your guided journey will highlight famous landmarks and familiarize you with the unique sociology of San Francisco. Scheduled stops include Vista Point at the Golden Gate Bridge, the panoramic view of the city from atop Twin Peaks and other photo opportunities recommended by your driver-guide. From past to present and hill to shiny sea, you will have a most memorable experience.
Day 03: San Francisco Evening Tour
Morning at leisure, afternoon checkout of hotel and sic transfer to airport to connect flight to oLas Vegas. On arrival transfer to hotel. Rest of the day at leisure. Evening proceed on Neon & Glitter Tour. Experience the spectacular water fountains and visit the Conservatory of the Bellagio, the Pirate Ships at Treasure Island, the majesty of Paris and Venice - see erupting Volcanoes at the Mirage and The Rio Masquerade Show in the sky.
Day 04 : Las Vegas :Optional Grand Canyon Tour
Day at leisure or take an optional full day tour by coach to the Grand Canyon. First photographed by Timothy O’Sullivan in 1871, we continue trying to capture the beauty of this geological wonder but nothing substitutes seeing the Grand Canyon like seeing it in person. Gray Line stops at the most popular viewing areas including Mather Point and the Bright Angel Lodge. After crossing Hoover Dam where a photo stop is made, your driver/guide will entertain you with a historical narration of the area’s Spanish Explorers, and the early Western Settlers as you drive through Arizona. A delicious lunch is included
Day 05 : Las Vegas
Morning checkout of hotel and transfer to airport to connect flight
Common Inclusions –
- Accommodation at centrally located hotels
- Daily breakfast at restaurant in the hotel
- Transfers on S.I.C basis.
- Sightseeing tours on S.I.C. basis with English speaking driver/guide
- Applicable entrance fees to visit attractions as per itinerary.
- Hotel Taxes except Resort Fees
Exclusions:
- Entrance fees at the monuments/ Parks etc which not mentioned in Inclusions
- Meals not mentioned above
- Airfare (International & Doemstic)
- Expenses of personal nature such as laundry telephone calls, drinks, tipping etc.
- Any kind of insurance
- Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
- Any activity which not mentioned
- Any increase in the govt. taxes & peak season Surcharge
- 4.50% Govt Service tax