• A range of departures still available departing March – June 2018
• New for 2018: Hawaii island-hopping tour

Spring is one of the best times to explore the USA and small group tour specialist Grand American Adventures offers a range of exciting departures from March until the end of June 2018. Adventurers can enjoy slightly cooler temperatures (particularly needed in locations such as the red-sand desert region of Monument Valley), beautiful blossoming flora and ringside seats to wildlife emerging from hibernation.

With a knowledgeable tour leader and local guides throughout, unique accommodation options including cabins and yurts, transportation, and many included meals, these tours take guests off the beaten track in comfort and style.

Here's a selection of the best adventures this spring:

Western Explorer - 13 days from £2,869 per person

One of Grand American Adventures' most popular tours, Western Explorer starts in the 'City by the Bay', San Francisco, and ends in 'Sin City', Las Vegas, exploring the natural and man-made wonders of the Wild West across four states in between.

Highlights include some unforgettable moments in five national parks including, Grand Canyon National Park at sunset or sunrise; wildlife spotting at Yosemite National Park; observing the sandstone cliffs and towering waterfalls in Zion National Park; cheese and wine tasting in Death Valley National Park; and hiking through the hoodoos in Bryce Canyon National Park. The tour also includes a Navajo guided backroads tour of Monument Valley with included dinner, an overnight lodge stay inside Yosemite National Park, a tour of the Las Vegas Strip and iconic views of the Colorado River from Horseshoe Bend.

Seven departures this spring: 26 March, 9 April, 29 April, 16 May, 28 May, 8 June and 26 June 2018.

Price from £2,869 per person includes nine nights hotel and three nights in a lodge, airport transfers, tour leader and transportation throughout, one dinner and activities as detailed in the itinerary.

NEW for 2018: Hawaii Islands Adventure – 10 days from £2,699

In response to high passenger demand, Grand American Adventures' first tour to the stunning Hawaii archipelago, Hawaii Islands Adventure, is a 10–day island-hopping tour helping active adventurers and culture fans get beneath the surface of the beautiful and very different islands of Oahu, Maui and Big Island.

This tour is packed full of memorable experiences. Kicking off in Honolulu, explore historic Pearl Harbor before travelling to Big Island, where you'll tour the beautiful Waipi'o Valley by 4x4 and spend two days in glorious Volcanoes National Park. Last but by no means least is picture-perfect Maui, where a day is spent in the breathtakingly beautiful Haleakala National Park.

Three departures this spring: 20 April, 26 May and 30 June.

Price from £2,699 per person includes nine nights hotel accommodation, airport transfers, tour leader and transportation throughout and activities as detailed in the itinerary.

Alaska's Inside Passage and San Juans Cruise – 15 days from £3,079

The incredible Alaska's Inside Passage and San Juans Cruise takes visitors to through the Pacific Northwest and into the remote wilderness of one of the last frontiers. This small ship adventure is the perfect combination for those seeking adventure and relaxation.

Guests will kayak and paddleboard in glacial landscapes and through hidden coves, journey through the Inside Passage with an abundance of wildlife opportunities including grizzly bears, puffins and bald eagles, enjoy a whale watching excursion, hike up Cascade Mountain in San Juan, and immerse themselves in Gold Rush and First Nations cultures.

Five departures this spring: 7 April, 15 April, 12 May, 13 May and 18 May.

Price from £3,079 per person includes 14 nights in Navigator cabins, 14 breakfasts, 14 lunches and 14 dinners, meet and greet airport transfers and onboard hot tub and yoga.

Deep South and Delta Blues – 12 days from £2,299

Deep South and Delta Blues combines the fascinating musical heritage of the Deep South, including blues, jazz, country and rock 'n' roll, with Cajun culture and the grandeur of the Antebellum era.

Highlights of the tour include two nights in Memphis where you'll visit Elvis' Graceland home and legendary Sun Studios. Three nights in New Orleans allows you to explore the colourful music scene on Bourbon Street, along with a Mississippi riverboat dinner cruise. Spend two nights in Nashville, the country music capital of the world and tour Houmas House Plantation and Gardens.

Three departures this spring: 7 April, 25 April, 12 May and 9 June 2018

Price from £2,299 includes 10 nights hotel accommodation, one night in a historic property, 10 breakfasts and one dinner, airport transfers, tour leader and transportation throughout and activities as detailed in the itinerary.

To book or for terms and conditions visit https://www.grandamericanadventures.com

or call 0333 003 8245. Follow Grand American Adventures @GrandAmericanAd

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Notes to editors

-       Prices quoted are for tour only. Flight packages available on request.

-       Maximum group sizes of 13

-     Hotel accommodation, private ground transportation and services of an experienced tour leader all included.

-       No single supplement fees, solo sleeper available at an extra cost.

About Grand American Adventures:

•    A small group tour operator offering in-depth experiences within many of North, South and Central America's most spectacular wilderness areas, National Parks and exciting cities
•       Aimed at individuals, couples, friends, family and multigenerational travellers
•      Tours are separated by destination, family travel or mini-adventures (city break add-on 3 to 4 day experiences)
•      Tours may also be tailor made for small groups wishing to travel together and requiring specific experiences
•      Sister company to TrekAmerica with over 40 years of specialist group travel experience
•    Grand American Adventures is fully ABTA and ATOL bonded with nearly 60 different tour choices ranging from 3 to 23 days
•    All tours are led by specialist guides and in custom-designed Grand American Adventures luxury touring vans