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.)
Featuring: Anchorage – Denali National Park (Option) – Prince William Sound – 26 Glacier Cruise
Day 01 – Arrival – Anchorage
Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel. Within walking distance of most downtown hotels are the Anchorage Museum of History and Art, numerous restaurants, and other downtown attractions
Day 02 – Anchorage
Visit Anchorage's historical sites on this city sightseeing tour by coach. This 3 hour fully narrated tour is the perfect way to get a comprehensive overview of this great Alaskan city. Enjoy informative live, onboard narration as you visit Earthquake Park and Lake Hood. Then, explore the Alaska Native Heritage Center to get an in-depth look at Alaska’s unique cultural heritage. (Meals: B)
Day 03 – Day at Leisure – Excursion to Denali National Park (Optional)
Enjoy day at leisure in Anchorage – OR as Optional cost per person: Enjoy Full Day Excursion to Denali National Park: Depart from Anchorage's Merrill Field airport very early in the morning and fly to Denali National Park in a small plane. As you approach and circle Mt. McKinley, watch for climbers on their way to the summit. After landing, you will board a bus for your park tour. Your driver will assist you in spotting wildlife along the road and answer questions about the park and its resources. (Meals: B)
Day 04 – Prince William Sound – 26 Glacier Cruise
Take part on this full-day adventure to Whittier from downtown Anchorage via coach or rail. Take a high- speed catamaran for your cruise through Prince William Sound and watch for sea otters, whales and birds as you travel through glacier-filled College and Harriman Fjord. This tour provides an excellent opportunity to witness glacier calving. (Meals: B)
Day 05 – Anchorage – Departure
After breakfast we will depart for the airport to board your flight to your next destination. (Meals: B)
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