On Route 66 in a Harley Davidson

Name: On Route 66 in a Harley Davidson
Brand: Motul Ride
SKU: 3700977109504
Price: 5099.0 GBP
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Overview of the trip

Chicago

4498 miles

15 days

On Route 66 in a Harley Davidson

Chicago | 4498 miles | 15 days

starting from £8,177.06

The Route 66, a stretch of asphalt cutting through the heart of America, is not just a road; it's an icon of American culture, evoking tales of adventure and the spirit of freedom. Mount your loyal metal steed – be it a Harley Davidson, BMW, or Triumph of your choosing – and set off on a legendary odyssey from Chicago to Los Angeles with Planet Ride. This one-of-a-kind journey unveils a mosaic of spectacular landscapes and the rich cultural heritage of the regions you pass through, from the vast expanses of Texas to historical sites along the way, not to mention a helicopter flyover of the majestic Grand Canyon and the vibrant Los Angeles.

Prerequisites

Permit required

License A

Inclusions

14 nights in double rooms
Motorbike rental with a guaranteed choice of model
Helicopter tour over the Grand Canyon (send us your request)
Professional bilingual French/English guides
Full luggage handling with support vehicle and spare bike
All breakfasts during the trip
Custom reinforced motorcycle jacket
Open-face helmet + side bags for your bike on site
Fuel included for every day of the circuit
Entrance fees to national parks
Custom badge certifying the completion of the circuit
Hotel parking fees
A welcome dinner
Legendary Departure Party
A pre-loaded SIM card delivered to your home, with unlimited SMS/CALLS/INTERNET

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Day 1: Chicago

Your adventure begins in Chicago, where, after your arrival and baggage claim, you'll head to your hotel. The city welcomes you with its iconic skyscrapers, museums rich in American culture, and a musical ambiance tinged with jazz and blues. A welcome dinner will allow you to meet other motorcycle adventurers before retiring for a restful night, anticipating the epic journey ahead.

Day 2: From Chicago to Springfield (300 km)

With the keys to your Harley Davidson in hand, you set off towards Springfield, hitting Route 66 right from the start in Chicago. You'll be greeted by the Gemini Giant and uncover the secrets of Route 66 at the dedicated museum, before concluding this enriching first day in Springfield, the capital of Illinois.

Day 3: From Springfield to St Louis (185 km)

Your journey continues towards St-Louis, winding through authentic panoramas of vast cornfields and traditional villages. The iconic Chain of Rocks Bridge marks your entry to St-Louis, where a relaxing evening awaits you with a local specialty: barbecue pork ribs.

Day 4: From St Louis to Joplin (540 km)

After a hearty breakfast, you will continue on Route 66 towards the Missouri mountains. Make a stop in Fanning to marvel at the world's largest rocking chair, then follow the road to the "Devil's Elbow" bridge, so named because the river bends sharply at this point and was challenging for boats to navigate. Before reaching Joplin, take another break at Gary’s Gay Parita, a small service station that has retained all its charm and authenticity. Here, you can see vintage cars and a wealth of treasures and relics in the shop. Your journey concludes in Joplin, a Missouri town that was devastated by a tornado in 2011.

Day 5: From Joplin to Oklahoma City (400 km)

This new stage takes you across the state of Oklahoma and through the towns of Miami, Claremore, and Catoosa. In Catoosa, you can visit the Blue Whale, which has become a notable attraction on Route 66. The morning journey takes you through natural reserves still inhabited by Native American tribes such as the Choctaw, Chickasaw, Seminole, Creek, and Cherokee. Enjoy lunch in Tulsa before continuing to El Reno, located in the midst of the Great Plains, and arriving in Oklahoma City, where you will spend the night.

Day 6: From Oklahoma City to Amarillo (425 km)

Your road trip across the United States on Route 66 continues. This time, you are traveling one of the oldest sections of this legendary highway, once used to move bison herds between Texas and Kansas, to reach Clinton. There, you can visit another Route 66 museum: vintage vehicles, posters, photographs, and various objects illustrate the history of the road, from its construction to its decline. A film and reconstructions enhance the visit. In the evening, you cross the Texas border to reach Amarillo, where you meet our friends from the “Big Texan Steak Ranch.” They pick you up in a Cadillac to take you for one of the best steaks in Texas, a state renowned worldwide for the quality of its meat. The Steak Ranch is famous for its challenge to finish a 2 kg steak in less than an hour, so it's your turn to try!

Day 7: From Amarillo to Santa Fe (485 km)

You leave Amarillo after a brief stop at the Cadillac Ranch, another Route 66 attraction featuring ten Cadillac wrecks planted in a line in the ground. Upon reaching the border between Texas and New Mexico, you stop for a visit that takes you back in time: the ghost town of Glenrio, abandoned in 1975. After this stop, you enter the lands of the Comanche, a Native American people, and ride your Harley Davidson through a landscape marked by mountains and cactuses. Your day ends in Santa Fe, the capital of New Mexico, founded by the Spanish in 1607.

Day 8: Santa Fe

Enjoy a free day to explore Santa Fe, with its 400 years of history and cultural mix. Activities such as horseback riding, riverside walks, or hot air balloon flights are available for you to discover the beauty of this region.

Day 9: From Santa Fe to Gallup (430 km)

Today, head south! You make your way to Albuquerque, the largest city in New Mexico, passing through wild desert landscapes populated with buffaloes. You cross the Rio Grande, a famous river that marks the border between the United States and Mexico over more than 2000 km, and then head west towards Laguna. You follow along the Cibola National Forest. Just a stone's throw from the desert and its arid plains, this protected area surprises with its alpine landscapes. Numerous viewpoints await you at the top of the park's rocky formations! Finally, you reach Gallup, a city home to a significant Native American community, and your stop for the night.

Day 10: From Gallup to the Grand Canyon (450 km)

This tenth day of your motorcycle road trip heralds the crossing of magnificent landscapes and iconic locations along Route 66. You are now in Arizona! You start the day with the Petrified Forest and its fossilized tree trunks dating back over 200 million years. Next, you head towards the Grand Canyon, a world-famous national park known for its rock formations and gorges carved by the Colorado River in the midst of the desert. The Wigwam Hotel in Holbrook, at the gateway to the site, welcomes you for the night. Enjoy the sunset over the Grand Canyon before resting up for the next day's journey.

Day 11: From the Grand Canyon to Laughlin (400 km)

For adventurers seeking thrills, a helicopter tour over the Grand Canyon can be arranged if you request it. This is an opportunity to be dazzled and to leave with memories to last a lifetime! Alternatively, set out on foot along the hiking trails to discover breathtaking viewpoints of the canyon's red and ochre rocks. After your visit, it's time to mount your Harley Davidson and continue along Route 66. You will pass through the towns of Seligman, Peach Springs, and Hackberry, until you reach Laughlin, in the midst of the desert.

Day 12: From Laughlin to Las Vegas (200 km)

This day offers a detour through the legendary Las Vegas, with stops in the ghost town of Oatman and the monumental Hoover Dam. Although your time in Las Vegas is brief, the experience is intense and memorable. Enjoy the night in this city that never sleeps before hitting the road again.

Day 13: From Las Vegas to Victorville (450 km)

Your journey continues through the Mojave Desert, leading you to Victorville, California. It's the penultimate stage of your adventure on Route 66, where you'll celebrate the moments passed and prepare for the grand finale of your journey.

Día 14: De Victorville a Los Ángeles (200 km)

It's your last day on Route 66 on a Harley Davidson. Before reaching your final destination, you still have 100 kilometers of highway to cover. You pass through the Angeles National Forest with its mountainous landscapes before arriving in Los Angeles. Route 66 and your journey conclude at the Santa Monica Pier, with the “Santa Monica 66 End of the Trail” sign. It's with great emotion that you can finally celebrate the end of your motorcycle road trip in the United States with a final dinner! You have traveled thousands of kilometers on a Harley Davidson and crossed almost the entire country; you can be proud of yourself, and you undoubtedly return with stars in your eyes and unforgettable memories.

Day 15: Los Angeles

You are transferred to the airport, unless you choose to stay a few more days to explore Los Angeles before your return flight. Beaches, residential neighborhoods, dream villas, Hollywood film studios, shopping, and the Walk of Fame—there's much to see and do in this quintessential West Coast city. There's no chance of getting bored!