2027 Hitching a Ride on Route 66, April 18-25, 8 Days

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2027 Hitching a Ride on Route 66, April 18-25, 8 Days
Chicago, IL, USA
Apr 18 - 25, 2027
Group size: 1 - 47
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Moon City Travel, LLC
$3,715
Deposit: $100

About this trip

Step back in time and journey along America's most legendary highway on the immersive Route 66 Adventure, from Chicago to Texas. From quirky roadside attractions and vintage neon signs to historic museums and classic diners, each day brings a glimpse into the spirit of the open road. Walk in the footsteps of Abraham Lincoln, explore iconic stops like the Route 66 Hall of Fame, Cadillac Ranch, and the vibrant murals of Missouri, and soak in the nostalgia of a by gone era. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, unique local dining, with plenty of photo-worthy moments along the way. This unforgettable journey celebrates the culture, history and charm that made Route 66 an enduring symbol of American travel.

This is a Luna Select Series Tour

Featuring exclusive itineraries designed by Moon City Travel for the perfect balance of discovery, comfort, and value. These "hand-picked" tours remove the stress of planning, offering vetted local gems and seamless travel. It’s more than a trip—it’s a curated experience designed specifically for Moon City Travel with you in mind.

What's included

Airpport Transportatio

from Wapakoneta, YMCA

Airfare

7 Nights Lodging

11 Meals

7 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 4 Dinners

Luxury Motorcoach

Transportation throughout the tour

All itinerary admissions

Unique Route 66

Roadside attractions and photo stops

Airport Transfers

upon arrival and departure

What's not included

Gratuities

Tips for your Tour Managers, Driver, and Local guides are not included

Meals not listed

We have planned free time for meals on your own $

Travel Insurance

We have 2 travel insurance options

Day 1 Sunday April 18

Day 1  Sunday April 18 image

Arrive in Chicago , IL Route 66 Hall of Fame, Drury Inn, Springfield

Depart Wapakoneta from the local YMCA, 1100 Defiance St, Wapakoneta, OH in a spacious, video and restroom equipped motorcoach as you head for the airport: upon arrival check out the Route 66 Hall of Fame Museum, and the Route 66 Experience with Dinner at a local restaurant and lodging at the Drury inn, Springfield, IL

Day 2 - Monday April 19

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Lincoln Presidential Library, Ace sign Museum, Drury Inn St Louis

 Start the day with breakfast before you head off to Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, then on to the Ace Sign Co Museum. Lunch on your own in Springfield, IL, surprise photo stop! Check in to the Drury Inn Gateway Arch, St Louis, MO. with the best views of the city, Dinner on your own, or hotel has happy hour hot food and adult beverages.

Day 3- Tuesday April 20

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Route 66 Car Museum, Mural stops, Dinner, Drury Inn Joplin, MO

Enjoy a breakfast at the hotel, before departing for Murals in, MO. then on to Route 66 Car Museum, Lunch on your own, "Cruisin" into Joplin & the American Ribbon Murals, Dinner at Wilders Steakhouse, Lodging at Drury Inn, Joplin

Day 4 Wednesday April 21

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Woody Guthrie Center, Mother Road Market, Route 66 Historical Village

Breakfast at the hotel before departing for Woody Guthrie Center, one of American's greatest folk singers, then on to the Mother Road Market for lunch and shopping, Oklahoma's first Food Hall. Travel on to Route 66 Historical Village, hands-on indoor and outdoor educational experience in Tulsa, OK, surprise Iconic photo stop and check in to the Hilton Garden in Bricktown, Oklahoma City along the historic canal district. Dinner on your own

Day 5, Thursday April 22

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Oklahoma History Center, Lucille's Roadhouse Lunch, Route 66 Museum

Start your day with Breakfast at the hotel. Travel to Oklahoma History Center, to see the economic impact of Route 66 on the state, Lunch at the Famous Lucille's Roadhouse "Mother of the Mother Road" great food, the "coldest drinks in the state of Oklahoma" . Then it's on to Oklahoma Route 66 Museum, and a stop at the Cherokee Trading post & Boot Outlet, Need some boots? Unwind with overnight lodging at the Hampton Inn, Clinton, OK ( subject to change) Dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 6, Friday April 23

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Visit Iconic Route 66 attractions, Route 66 Sixth Street Historic Dist

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. make a stop at the iconic Giant Cross & the Leaning Tower of Texas, then on to the Route 66 Sixth Street Historic District to explore the 13 blocks of eclectic shops and eateries for lunch on your own, We will stay 2 nights at the Drury Inn, Amarillo TX and Dinner at the Big Texan Steak Ranch, home of the 72 Oz steak challenge!

Day 7 Saturday April 24

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Cadillac Ranch, Bill's Backyard Classics, Amarillo Free time!

Start your day with breakfast at the hotel. Enjoy your day with a stop at the Cadillac Ranch, a public art installation and sculpture in Amarillo, Texas, US. It was created in 1974 by Chip Lord, Hudson Marquez and Doug Michels, who were a part of the art group Ant Farm. continue your day with a visit to Bill's Backyard Classics with over 90 vehicles from the 1920's to 2012. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy in Amarillo, TX. Lunch and Dinner are on your own.

Day 8, Sunday April 25

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Heading Home

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport in the morning whew you will head home to Dayton International Airport with a transfer to Wapakoneta, OH

Map of the trip locations

A. Chicago, IL, USA

Chicago, IL, USA

About your organizer

We provide group travel for everyone. Most tours leave from Wapakoneta, Ohio. We have Affordable Motorcoach travel opportunities to Luxury Bucket List trips can leave from your closest airport. We also provide Airport Shuttles

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