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Self Drive and Fly Drive Holidays

Hit the open road

It’s simple: fly to your chosen destination, pick up a hire car and hit the open road. America is a vast country with long stretches of highway just begging to be explored – self-drive holidays can be a great way to take in the sights at your own pace. With a range of exciting destinations that will thrill young and old alike, self-drive holidays are perfectly suited to family-friendly getaways you'll never forget.

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Self-Drive New England Explorer

7 Nights Tour from €1,199 Including Flights

A great little tour of the highlights of New England, starting in Boston. You'll experience the beautiful coastal regions of Cape Code and Maine, climb into the mountains of Vermont and New Hampshire and enjoy a stay in the Connecticut River Valley.

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Self-Drive Rhythms of the South

13 Nights Self Drive from €1,849 Including Flights

Experience the best of the Deep South on this two-week self-drive holiday, beginning and ending in Atlanta. Visit the fun music cities of Nashville, Memphis & New Orleans, and the beautiful historic towns of Charleston & Savannah.

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Self-Drive Explore The Great West

20 Nights Tour from €2,149 Including Flights

A road trip of epic proportions, taking you on a three week journey through four states and experiencing the best national parks, coastline and cities of the American West. Grand Canyon, Death Valley, Yosemite and Las Vegas will all be ticked off your bucket list.

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Self-Drive Fun & Sun Trail

7 Nights Tour from €1,239 Including Flights

A fun self-drive itinerary, starting with the theme parks & attractions of Orlando, then escaping to the Gulf Coast resort of Fort Myers and ending in vibrant Miami. Either follow this week long itinerary or we can tailor-make it to suit you.

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Self-Drive Sunsational Florida

A self-drive tour of the best beaches in Florida. Start in Miami then head north along the Gold Coast, before traversing the state over to the Gulf Coast for a few nights, and ending in iconic Key West.

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Self-Drive Capital Region Family Experience

11 nights from €1,999 per person

Families will love this fascinating self-drive tour that takes in the best sights of the USA's capital region, centred on the famous Washington DC and the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains.

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Self-Drive Yukon & Alaska Explorer

13 Nights Tour from €3,099 Including Flights

Embark on a two week adventure, driving through the stunning regions of Yukon & Alaska, taking in the Denali National Park, Tok, Dawson City & Anchorage. You will be captivated by the spectacular landscapes, varied wildlife and charming cities.

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Western Jamboree - Family Self-Drive

12 Nights Tour from €1,529 Including Flights

Begin in LA, ethen head to Arizona, marvel at the Grand Canyon, enjoy the attractions of Las Vegas, relish the outdoor activities of Yosemite and end with a bang in San Fran on this family self-drive holiday.

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Experience The Historic Deep South

8 Nights from €1,659 Including Flights

An opportunity to delve into the history of America's Deep South on this tailormade self-drive itinerary, beginning and ending in Atlanta. At the heart of this tour is historic Charleston, where you can enjoy the musuems, mansions, learn about its role in the Civil War and enjoy southern hospitality. Then onto beautiful Savannah and St Augustine - one of the earliest European settlements in the US.

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There is no better way to explore the delights of America for the independent traveller than self-drive or fly-drive USA holidays. The Americans favourite transport is the trusty vehicle and the whole nation is geared up for travelling by car.

We are able to offer you unbeatable rates on fly drive holidays if you simply want to explore wherever takes your fancy. With preferred rates agreed with all major airlines and car hire companies, we will be able to find the right route and vehicle for you at exceptional prices. With a wide range of cars and motorhomes we will find just what you need.

If you would rather a little more certainty on where you will be staying or you are very clear on your fly-drive itinerary, then we can arrange for your complete itinerary with car hire and accommodation on every night leaving you to explore day by day between each destination at your leisure.

Planning a self-drive or fly-drive holiday in the US or Canada in 2017 or 2018?

If you are planning a US self-drive or fly-drive holiday in 2017 or 2018, American Sky can help you to organise your perfect holiday. Call our US self-drive or fly-drive specialists to make the most of your next break.

Fly Drive & Self Drive Information

Our Fly Drive & Self Drive offer a wide variety of things to see and do during your trip. Check out our travel guides for plenty of travel inspiration and tips from our American Sky experts to create the perfect holiday for you.

Road tripping Route 66

Who could resist the iconic Route 66? From kooky roadside museums and old Cadillac cars planted in the ground, to classic American diners and an 80-foot long whale, Route 66 is famous for a reason.

Top 10 American road trip movies

Full of adventure, drama, friendships and self-discovery, it’s no wonder American road trip movies have become one of the most loved genres. Check out our must-see films to get you in the road trip spirit.

Top 10 motoring experiences in America

What could be better than driving along America’s wide open roads? Check out our favourite motoring experiences in the USA, and find out what makes this country such an awesome place for a road trip.

Top 10 most scenic roads in America

Turn on the ignition - it’s just you and the wide open road on these fantastic USA scenic drives. From incredible sceneries and attractions, to unforgettable vistas and quirky towns, here’s our top 10 scenic roads in America.

Top 10 family self-drive tours in America

Self-drive tours around America are a spectacular way to give the whole family a holiday to remember.

Discover the quirkiest kicks on Route 66

Route 66 is a legendary American drive, but what makes it so cool and quirky? We have the answers.

The best way to fly-drive the USA

Experience the All American road trip with our fantastic guide on what to do, what to take, and how to travel on an American fly-drive holiday.

Head out on one of these top day trips from Portland, Oregon

For outdoor adventurers and lovers of natural scenery, Oregon is the ultimate playground, and much of it can be experienced within a couple hour’s drive of Portland.

The ultimate guide to getting around Real America

South Dakota, North Dakota, Wyoming and Montana epitomise Real America with thousands of miles of unspoiled wilderness, prairies that stretch as far as the eye can see, majestic mountains, sparkling lakes, cascading falls along with real-life cowboys, ranches and rodeos.

Top 10 outdoor experiences in Alaska

We head off to the so-called Last Frontier to find out what sets this outdoor playground apart from the "Lower 48" states in more than just geography.

Road tripping New England

With spectacular fall foliage, charming cities, vibrant botanic gardens and stunning coastlines, New England is fast becoming on of the USA’s most visually exciting road trip destinations.

Experience a cultural road trip through the Bayou state: Lafayette to the end of the world

Louisiana boasts one of America’s most colourful histories and unique cultures, colonised by France and later settled by the Spanish, Africans and Caribbean people that has resulted in its large Creole and Cajun communities, greatly influencing the music, food and language.

Head out on one of these top day trips from Charleston

While the city beguiles and enchants, there are some amazing must-do destinations to explore within easy reach of Charleston.

Head out on one of these top day trips from Boston

Boston is renowned for its a wealth of amazing historic, cultural and culinary experiences, and is also known as the ideal gateway to New England. For those basing themselves in Boston, there many great day trip experiences easily accessible from the city.

Head out on one of these top day trips from Las Vegas

While there is a ton to do in Las Vegas, when you want to get away from the bright lights of the big city, you’ll find a lot more than stark, barren desert land to explore. In fact, this area provides the opportunity for a wealth of fun day trips.

Head out on one of these top day trips from San Francisco

There's plenty of visit-worthy places to be found just a short drive (or ferry ride) from San Francisco's downtown. Read our guide to the best day trips, all of which show a different side to “The City by the Bay”.

Road tripping coastal California

Wind down the windows and enjoy a laidback road trip down the Californian coast, stopping by our favourite locations along the way.

Double the fun: Combining your Orlando stay with a trip to the coast

After the thrill and excitement of Orlando's biggest theme parks and attractions, why not add on a relaxing beach holiday? Here are a few multi-centre holiday ideas for you.

Exploring California’s Wine Country destinations

From rustic, family-run wineries tucked into chic converted barns to exciting urban wine trails where clandestine tasting rooms are hidden away in the most unexpected places, California’s viticulture is just as eclectic, varied and enticing as the state itself.

Head out on one of these top day trips from Los Angeles

While Los Angeles has enough activities and attractions to span a lifetime, no visit here is truly complete without discovering what lies beyond the city’s borders.

Fly Drive & Self Drive Customer Stories

If you're needing a bit more inspiration for your Fly Drive & Self Drive, our customers have fantastic stories about their experience and tips on what to do or see. Come and find out what they thought of their American Sky holiday.