Coast to Coast Self-Drive Tour

(Driving day 1: 212 km/132 miles)

When you are ready on your bike you embark on your 6.400 km long journey. LA disappears behind you as you head south for a unique adventure full of history, excitement, and fun! This first driving day will bring some city, some highway and a wonderful drive along the legendary Pacific Coast Highway 1 towards fun San Diego. You start slowly to tune into California’s driving conditions and temperatures. In approx. 30 min your first stop is Long Beach, where you make an extra security check of the bikes & equipment before your tour begins for real.

Get ready for a tasty lunch at Ruby’s Diner in Laguna Beach. Milkshakes the old-fashioned way = highly recommended! Thereafter, you head straight to San Diego, where you drive to Historic Old Town, check in to the hotel, and spend the rest of the day on everything this fun city has to offer: the USS Midway, Maritime Museum, Little Italy, Old Town.

(Driving day 2: 362 km/225  miles)

Get ready for a spectacular riding day!  You start the day off with a spectacular ride on the famous Old Hwy 80 and Historic Hwy 94. Look out for curvy roads & great scenery! You continue by riding very close along the Mexican border, and see how much resources the US uses to protect their border. You will even ride through a checkpoint. Then, you ride to the Desert View Tower which has an amazing view over the valley.

You can eat your lunch in Calexico, close to the Mexican border. The second half of this day is nothing less than spectacular. You ride through the Imperial Sand Dunes, where you will experience how it is to drive in a real sand desert. It is a rarely unique experience. Thereafter, you head to Yuma, where you will spend the evening in the cozy historic district.

(Driving day 3: 489 km/304  miles)

You head for Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument and eat lunch nearby the Space Age lodge in Gila Bend. After arriving downtown Tucson for some cowboy shopping at Boot Barn.

(Driving day 4: 270  km/170 miles)

Welcome to another day of riding breathtaking mc roads. You start the day by riding to the top of Mt. Lemmon at 2.792m. It’s a wonderful ride, we guarantee you will be smiling all the way to the top of the mountain. You can take a drink & enjoy the view, before you head through Coronado National Forest and into the old wild west & the famous old western city Tombstone, where you will visit O.K. Corral (the sight of the gunfight between the Earp brothers & the Clanton’s), Boot Hill and the famous Big Nose Saloon.

(Driving day 5: 460 km/290 miles)

You continue our ride in the old wild west and visit the famous old western city, Bisbee. Thereafter, you drive to the Geronimo surrender monument, located close to where Geronimo surrendered, which also marked the end of Indian warfare in the US. Afterward, you head to Columbus, the historical site of the Pancho Villa raid & his death mask. You ride along the Mexican Border to El Paso, where you will ride the breathtaking Scenic Drive, and stop at the mountain viewpoint, where you are able to see two states (Texas & Mexico). You will also visit Barnett’s Harley Davidson, which has the world’s largest selection of Harley Davidson motorcycles.

(Driving day 6: 470 km/294 miles)

You start by driving to Salt Flats, where you also will visit the Salt Flat Café. You continue through Davis Mountains State Park, before you have a spectacular ride by Mt Livermore to Fort Davis, on way to Alpine.

(Driving day 7: 442 km/277 miles)

This day is dedicated to exploring & enjoying the beautiful Big Bend National Park. You will ride through the whole park and visit several viewpoints, so hold your cameras ready!  It will also be a very hot day, so please dress accordingly.

(Driving day 8: 334 km/208 miles)

It will be another riding day in the wild west, as you head across Texas. You start by exploring the saloon of the legendary Judge Roy Bean, also known as “the law west of Pecos”. You continue to the beautiful Seminole Canyon, known for its many archeological artifacts. Then, you head straight to Del Rio, where you can taste wine at the local Val Verde Winery.

(Driving day 9: 508 km/318 miles)

Welcome to one of the best riding days in your life; we guarantee a unique lifetime experience, as you drive the Three Sisters (RR335, 336, and 337). Some say it’s the best motorcycle road in the USA, you say it’s one of the best. A real treat to a biker’s heart. Have your cameras ready!

You drive out of Camp Wood and start riding the famous Three Sisters where you will make several stops. NOTE: be aware of other bikers who also have made the trip to ride these fantastic US mc roads. When you have absorbed the Three Sisters, bought our patch & t-shirt, you head for Leakey, where you can eat lunch at a popular biker bar.  You continue to the Lone Star Museum (if open), Vanderpool, which has a rare collection of antique veterans mc’s on display. Thereafter, you drive to San Antonio to enjoy the evening on the fascinating and cozy River Walk.

(Driving day 10: 436 km/271 miles)

Today you leave the inland and head for the beautiful US coastal shores. You reach Surfside Beach, and ride along the coastal beaches, before arriving at the lively coastal & vacation city; Galveston.

(Driving day 11: 390 km/243 miles)

You continue our drive along the beautiful coast & shores. You embark on a local ferry before you ride through spectacular Gilchrist and Pecan Island. Thereafter, you head inland again towards New Iberia.

(Driving day 12: 192 km/120 miles)

Today is Swamp day & experiencing alligators up-close. You head south for the Louisiana swamps for a boat tour with the Cajun man, which will feed wild free alligators right in front of you. Be ready for an exciting lifetime experience!  After you have chilled your nerves you continue our beautiful coast ride to the mythical New Orleans and check-in at our hotel in the French Quarter. When everyone is settled in their rooms, you meet for a dinner on the famous Bourbon Street, where you will spend the rest of the evening in true New Orleans style. You are in one of the most exciting and fun cities in the US.

(Fun and Explorer day)

On this day you will explore New Orleans, which is one of the world’s most fascinating cities. It has a unique blend of history & influences from Europe, the Caribbean, Africa, as well as other continents. It’s a brilliant mosaic of culture, food & music. Here you will find full plates of “gumbo”, long nights in jazz- & blues clubs, historical suburbs and consuming festivals year long.

You start the day with a guided bus tour (optional) around most of the city’s popular attractions, where you get an instant introduction to the city’s rich history. Thereafter, you embark on a spectacular cruise on the Mississippi River on the old steamer boat Natchez (also where you eat lunch).

In the evening you will continue enjoying Bourbon Street and its’ numerous blues & jazz clubs. There is a unique & rich atmosphere. A visit to ”The House of The Rising Sun” is highly recommended.

(Driving day 13: 433 km/343 miles)

You continue our ride along the beautiful Gulf shores and the Mexican Gulf, through the US states; Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi and Florida. You drive through harbors, bridges, and sumps (Moss Point, Biloxi, Gulfport, Bay St. Louis). You make an interesting stop at the battleship USS Alabama. Thereafter, you head for Destin, where you will enjoy a nice evening on the wharf.

(Driving day 14: 550 km/343 miles)

Today will be another spectacular ride along the Florida coast & beaches. Youstart by driving along the Mexico & Panama City beaches. Thereafter, you ride through Apalachicola National Forest, to our end destination; Homosassa, where you will spend a joyful evening at the local bar.

(Driving day 15: 203 km/126 miles)

Youstart our exciting journey across Florida, the Sunshine State. You say goodbye to Homosassa, set course east, and drive to the world-famous Don Garlits Museum of Drag Racing, where you will get an up-close view of the fascinating beginning and evolution of the Drag Racing sport. Afterward, you head straight to Daytona Beach & Biketoberfest to cruise down the legendary Main Street and take our picture below the famous Daytona “Biker” Beach sign. Enjoy your two days on the legendary “Biketoberfest” & Daytona Beach.

(Driving day 16: 199 km/125 miles)

You embark on the famous “Ormond Scenic Loop & Trail”, a 50 km double loop of road that crosses some of the most beautiful and diverse scenery in Northeast Florida. “The Loop” is not like other rides; enjoy the freedom, sunshine, open road and graceful curves, it is a dream for all motorcycle enthusiasts everywhere. The comfortable ride is a must for those who like an open highway and Florida’s natural beauty. You end your beautiful ride by visiting Destination Daytona (by the world’s largest Harley Davidson dealer, Bruce Ross Meyer, with a showroom of 109,000 sq. ft.). Here you can eat your lunch and enjoy the great atmosphere.

Thereafter, youstart our final leg to return our bikes/cars and celebrate everyone who made it home safe after a fun & eventful tour together. You head to International Drive, to end the day at fun B.B. Kings Blues Club

Say goodbye to America’s Coast to Coast Adventure tour, Orlando and return home. Thank you for choosing our

Note: Because of the time difference travelers from Europe will arrive home the date/day after departing the US.

Also: This program is a guideline for activities and experiences on the tour. Deviations may occur, we are continually working to improve the program, thus you may experience positive surprises.