LIFE ON THE ROAD
On every one of our holidays your tour leader will organise all the activities, transportation, accommodation and meals for the group, so that you can take it easy and enjoy the experience. We have designed our tours to maximise the time spent in each destination so that you can take in all the highlights, with plenty of free time to relax or venture even further off the beaten path. Whilst there may be some early morning starts, waking up to freshly brewed coffee and experiencing a sunrise over the Grand Canyon is simply not to be missed.
Get Involved
An essential part of a Grand American Adventures camping holiday is helping out around the campground. With guidance from your tour leader, everyone sets up and packs down the camp together. Whilst our leaders shop for fresh food and advise in prepare the meals, we ask that you lend a hand in the 'kitchen' or at the BBQ. Our international groups regularly create and enjoy delicious meals together. Our hotel based tours eat in local restaurants, chosen for their good value, atmosphere and of course, food.
Our Vehicles
All of our private vehicles are designed to ensure your safety, comfort and enjoyment of the tour. In North America, our new 15-seater vehicles feature raised ceilings for more headroom, captain seats for more comfort with a back row “bench” style seat and an open centre aisle floor plan, making it easier when getting in and out at those many photo opportunities - during their first two years on the road they've proved incredibly popular. All our vehicles are equipped with CD stereo systems, often mp3 player-compatible and air-conditioning to make travelling a pleasure.
In Central and South America, we use vehicles that are comfortably suited to the local environment. On occasion, we also travel by boat, airplane or train. For additional information, please see the individual tour Footnotes on your desired tour page.
Meals On Camping Tours
Breakfasts may include fresh fruits and cereal, toast, juice, milk, coffee and tea. Fried bacon or sausage, pancakes or eggs will also be available on more leisurely mornings. Lunches are typically picnic style, and consist of a selection of delicatessen meats, cheeses and salads. Potato chips, cookies and fruit are also available.
The evening meal is filling and main dishes include vegetarian options, grilled meat, fresh fish or chicken dishes, as well as occasional regional specialties such as Mexican food or BBQ's. Most dinners are served with a salad and cooked vegetables, and a side-dish of pasta, potatoes or rice. Desserts may include cake, fresh fruit and cookies.
If you must remain on a special diet during your trip, feel free to bring any particular foods, beverages or whatever you need. Be sure to let us know at the time of booking and we will do our best to accommodate you.
Our Tour Leaders
Grand American Adventures maintains the most comprehensive recruitment and training programme of its kind. Our tour leaders' personalities, knowledge and professionalism make every Grand American Adventures tour a special experience.
Your tour leader will plan the days itinerary, activities and, of course, prepare the many delicious camp-site meals along the way. We are very selective in our choice of tour leaders' and employ only the most capable men and women from many professional backgrounds. They are all perfectly suited to lead adventure holidays, with a passion to explore and share in the experience - so you are sure to enjoy a wealth of information and insight from their vast local knowledge and expertise.
I was asked recently, what makes a good tour leader? To me the answer is the same thing as what makes a good passenger - attitude. Come ready for adventure with a positive attitude and we'll have the time of our lives!
Charles Knowlton
While leading tours is the most demanding job I have ever undertaken, it is without a doubt the most rewarding! I have shared some of the best moments of my life with my passengers, many of whom I now consider close friends.
Tyler Keys
