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ITINERARY
35h 55m2,029 miles27 stops
1
LifeRush Adventures- Malibu
LifeRush Adventures was founded by experienced mountain biker Jason Racca. His mission is to provide an exhilarating electric mountain experience for beginners and experienced riders alike. Experience many of Southern California's breathtaking trails or catch a city tour to famous Hollywood landmarks on electric bikes. You will be equipped with electric mountain bikes and all the gear you need.
2
International Surfing Museum
3
Robolights
4
Murray Canyon Trail
Located in the Indian Canyons, this trail passes some uniquely amazing desert vegetation, such as the yellow creosote flowers.
5
The Mob Museum
The Mob Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to advance the public understanding of organized crime’s history and impact on American society. The Mob Museum offers a bold and authentic view of organized crime from vintage Las Vegas to the back alleys of American cities and—increasingly—across the borders and networks of the entire world. Explore the real stories and actual events of Mob history through interactive exhibits and one-of-a-kind Mob and law enforcement artifacts found inside our restored 1933 former courthouse and post office building located just minutes from Fremont Street.
6
Dixie Convention Center
Schedule an event at the Dixie Center and you have single-point of contact for all services. We offer in-house audio visual, full decorating services, high speed internet, event management and "white glove" on-site catering. The Dixie Center is designed with maximum versatility to accommodate groups from 5 to 5000. Featuring a 46,000 sq ft column-free exhibit hall, 32,000 sq ft of flexible meeting room space in 19 Meeting Rooms ranging from 185 sq ft to 13,205 sq ft, 2 Board Rooms and a state of the Art Theater/Auditorium. The round atrium style Garden Room situated in our North Lobby, elegant rotunda, spacious indoor lobby and pre-function area are all ideal locations for receptions, banquets and vendor displays.
7
Rosenbruch World Wildlife Museum
8
St. George Temple & Visitors' Center
- Temporarily closed for renovation Open to the public, the St. George Temple is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Visitors can walk through the colorful gardens lined with towering trees, sit by the fountains and cascading waterfall, enjoy the beautiful views, and feel the peace of the grounds. While you're there, you can take a guided tour at the Visitors' Center.
9
Mystery Escape Room
Mystery Escape Room is an exciting real-life escape room adventure. Unlike other entertainment venues like movies, theater, and video games, you are not just watching a story, you are in the story! Find clues... Solve puzzles... Escape the room... If you can!
10
Rock Odysseys
Established in 2013. At Rock Odysseys, we specialize in Big Adventure Rock Trips including Climbing, Canyoneering/Rappelling, and Combo Trips; as well as an exclusive Kids' Program, The Rock Hoppers. We pick you up at your hotel or designated meeting location and outfit you onsite. As a small company focused on customer service and quality, rather than quantity, we employ only a few of the best climbers and guides in the area. Our hope is to empower and inspire every participant regardless of range of abilities, age, gender, background or experience levels.
11
Zion Adventures
Zion's Original Adventure Outfitter and Guide Service • Narrows Rentals & Guided Trips • E-Bike Rentals • Bike Rentals • Guided Canyoneering, Climbing, & Biking • Via Ferrata • Trailhead Shuttle Service .
12
James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park
13
The International Church of Cannabis
Immerse yourself in a world of illumination during our world famous guided meditation/laser light show in Denver. Get swept away seven days a week as the vibrant experience is easy to fit into any schedule and perfect for all ages. After the show, be sure to check out the arcade, gallery, theater, art garden, and media room featuring over 10,000 video games on free play.
14
LoDo Massage Studio
Therapeutic Massage Services! At LoDo Massage Studio, we believe a good massage can be a powerful tool to reshape and restore how your body feels and functions. Our massage therapists are talented, licensed, experts who are passionate about providing transformational therapeutic bodywork. Our studio encourages our LMTs to use their unique experience and skill to customize your massage to your body’s exact needs by using a wide range of modalities. Looking for a place to start? Named for our beloved city, our signature Mile High Massage service is tailored to suit you just right. You could also choose a relaxing Swedish massage, invigorating Sports Massage, or effective Neuromuscular Massage. We also offer add-ons like Aromatherapy, and Hot Towels to create a massage bespoke for your body.
15
Monument Valley Pathway
16
Legacy of the Plains Museum
Legacy of the Plains Museum is a destination for people interested in stories of human and agricultural history in the North Platte Valley and High Plains. Our new state-of-the-art, interactive exhibits focus on the archeology of Native Americans and Westward Expansion, the lives of pioneering settlers, this establishment of irrigation, the development of rural communities, the diversity of cultures on the High Plains, and the innovative technologies and cultural practices of raising animals and crops in a semi-arid environment.
17
Fort Kearny State Historical Park
18
Fun Plex
19
Hollywood Candy
Hollywood Candy is a giant candy store proudly serving Omaha’s Old Market since 2007. We offer a large selection of housemate chocolate candy including our chocolate covered bacon, chocolate potato chips, candy cookie pops and our famous Peanut Butter Surprise. We have all flavors or Jelly Belly jelly beans and a large selection of M&M’s. We offer the largest selection of bulk candy in the area including hard to find retro brands, favorite brands like Hershey’s and Oreo, rock candy, gummies, sour candy, and lollipops. Our Soda Shoppe offers over 200 varieties of familiar and unique soda brands. We have the largest collection of PEZ dispensers for everyone to enjoy plus a large assortment for sale.
20
Hot Shops Art Center
21
Skellington Manor Event Center
Skellington Manor Event Center is a multi-use facility available private and public events. Located in downtown Rock Island, Il with easy access from anywhere in the quad cities. We host beautiful wedding receptions, hilarious Murder Mystery Dinners, challenging Escape Room Experiences, live entertainment and the areas premier haunted attraction. Check us out! The fun starts here!
22
Quad City Botanical Center
23
Family Museum of Arts and Science
Exploration is encouraged at this museum.
24
Iowa Wine Tours
Experience a fun-filled, flexible and educational wine tour with the Upper Mississippi Valley Wine Region`s first wine tour company
25
St. Luke's United Methodist Church
26
Beloit Public Library
27
Wrigley Field
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
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OVERVIEW
Los Angeles to Chicago
1
Start:LifeRush Adventures- Malibu
Malibu, California·
5.0
(99) review
LifeRush Adventures was founded by experienced mountain biker Jason Racca. His mission is to provide an exhilarating electric mountain experience for beginners and experienced riders alike. Experience many of Southern California's breathtaking trails or catch a city tour to famous Hollywood landmarks on electric bikes. You will be equipped with electric mountain bikes and all the gear you need.
2
Start:International Surfing Museum
Huntington Beach, California·
4.0
(99) review
411 Olive Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648-5142
3
Start:Robolights
Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, California·
4.0
(99) review
1077 E Granvia Valmonte, Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, CA 92262-6104
4
Start:Murray Canyon Trail
Palm Springs, Greater Palm Springs, California·
4.5
(98) review
Located in the Indian Canyons, this trail passes some uniquely amazing desert vegetation, such as the yellow creosote flowers.
5
Start:The Mob Museum
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.5
(9996) review
The Mob Museum is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization with a mission to advance the public understanding of organized crime’s history and impact on American society. The Mob Museum offers a bold and authentic view of organized crime from vintage Las Vegas to the back alleys of American cities and—increasingly—across the borders and networks of the entire world. Explore the real stories and actual events of Mob history through interactive exhibits and one-of-a-kind Mob and law enforcement artifacts found inside our restored 1933 former courthouse and post office building located just minutes from Fremont Street.
6
Start:Dixie Convention Center
St. George, Utah·
4.5
(98) review
Schedule an event at the Dixie Center and you have single-point of contact for all services. We offer in-house audio visual, full decorating services, high speed internet, event management and "white glove" on-site catering. The Dixie Center is designed with maximum versatility to accommodate groups from 5 to 5000. Featuring a 46,000 sq ft column-free exhibit hall, 32,000 sq ft of flexible meeting room space in 19 Meeting Rooms ranging from 185 sq ft to 13,205 sq ft, 2 Board Rooms and a state of the Art Theater/Auditorium. The round atrium style Garden Room situated in our North Lobby, elegant rotunda, spacious indoor lobby and pre-function area are all ideal locations for receptions, banquets and vendor displays.
7
Start:Rosenbruch World Wildlife Museum
St. George, Utah·
4.0
(99) review
1835 S Convention Center Dr, St. George, UT 84790-5842
8
Start:St. George Temple & Visitors' Center
St. George, Utah·
4.5
(925) review
- Temporarily closed for renovation Open to the public, the St. George Temple is a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. Visitors can walk through the colorful gardens lined with towering trees, sit by the fountains and cascading waterfall, enjoy the beautiful views, and feel the peace of the grounds. While you're there, you can take a guided tour at the Visitors' Center.
9
Start:Mystery Escape Room
St. George, Utah·
4.5
(94) review
Mystery Escape Room is an exciting real-life escape room adventure. Unlike other entertainment venues like movies, theater, and video games, you are not just watching a story, you are in the story! Find clues... Solve puzzles... Escape the room... If you can!
10
Start:Rock Odysseys
Springdale, Utah·
5.0
(917) review
Established in 2013. At Rock Odysseys, we specialize in Big Adventure Rock Trips including Climbing, Canyoneering/Rappelling, and Combo Trips; as well as an exclusive Kids' Program, The Rock Hoppers. We pick you up at your hotel or designated meeting location and outfit you onsite. As a small company focused on customer service and quality, rather than quantity, we employ only a few of the best climbers and guides in the area. Our hope is to empower and inspire every participant regardless of range of abilities, age, gender, background or experience levels.
11
Start:Zion Adventures
Springdale, Utah·
4.5
(962) review
Zion's Original Adventure Outfitter and Guide Service • Narrows Rentals & Guided Trips • E-Bike Rentals • Bike Rentals • Guided Canyoneering, Climbing, & Biking • Via Ferrata • Trailhead Shuttle Service .
12
Start:James M. Robb - Colorado River State Park
Grand Junction, Colorado·
4.0
(99) review
361-32 Road, Grand Junction, CO 81504
13
Start:The International Church of Cannabis
Denver, Colorado·
5.0
(992) review
Immerse yourself in a world of illumination during our world famous guided meditation/laser light show in Denver. Get swept away seven days a week as the vibrant experience is easy to fit into any schedule and perfect for all ages. After the show, be sure to check out the arcade, gallery, theater, art garden, and media room featuring over 10,000 video games on free play.
14
Start:LoDo Massage Studio
Denver, Colorado·
5.0
(99) review
Therapeutic Massage Services! At LoDo Massage Studio, we believe a good massage can be a powerful tool to reshape and restore how your body feels and functions. Our massage therapists are talented, licensed, experts who are passionate about providing transformational therapeutic bodywork. Our studio encourages our LMTs to use their unique experience and skill to customize your massage to your body’s exact needs by using a wide range of modalities. Looking for a place to start? Named for our beloved city, our signature Mile High Massage service is tailored to suit you just right. You could also choose a relaxing Swedish massage, invigorating Sports Massage, or effective Neuromuscular Massage. We also offer add-ons like Aromatherapy, and Hot Towels to create a massage bespoke for your body.
15
Start:Monument Valley Pathway
Scottsbluff, Nebraska·
4.5
(95) review
Scottsbluff, NE
16
Start:Legacy of the Plains Museum
Gering, Nebraska·
4.5
(92) review
Legacy of the Plains Museum is a destination for people interested in stories of human and agricultural history in the North Platte Valley and High Plains. Our new state-of-the-art, interactive exhibits focus on the archeology of Native Americans and Westward Expansion, the lives of pioneering settlers, this establishment of irrigation, the development of rural communities, the diversity of cultures on the High Plains, and the innovative technologies and cultural practices of raising animals and crops in a semi-arid environment.
17
Start:Fort Kearny State Historical Park
Kearney, Nebraska·
4.0
(99) review
1020 V Rd, Kearney, NE 68847-8043
18
Start:Fun Plex
Omaha, Nebraska·
3.5
(92) review
7003 Q St, Omaha, NE 68117-1649
19
Start:Hollywood Candy
Omaha, Nebraska·
4.0
(99) review
Hollywood Candy is a giant candy store proudly serving Omaha’s Old Market since 2007. We offer a large selection of housemate chocolate candy including our chocolate covered bacon, chocolate potato chips, candy cookie pops and our famous Peanut Butter Surprise. We have all flavors or Jelly Belly jelly beans and a large selection of M&M’s. We offer the largest selection of bulk candy in the area including hard to find retro brands, favorite brands like Hershey’s and Oreo, rock candy, gummies, sour candy, and lollipops. Our Soda Shoppe offers over 200 varieties of familiar and unique soda brands. We have the largest collection of PEZ dispensers for everyone to enjoy plus a large assortment for sale.
20
Start:Hot Shops Art Center
Omaha, Nebraska·
4.5
(96) review
13th & Nicholas, Omaha, NE 68102
21
Start:Skellington Manor Event Center
Rock Island, Illinois·
4.5
(9) review
Skellington Manor Event Center is a multi-use facility available private and public events. Located in downtown Rock Island, Il with easy access from anywhere in the quad cities. We host beautiful wedding receptions, hilarious Murder Mystery Dinners, challenging Escape Room Experiences, live entertainment and the areas premier haunted attraction. Check us out! The fun starts here!
22
Start:Quad City Botanical Center
Rock Island, Illinois·
4.5
(91) review
2525 4th Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201-9008
23
Start:Family Museum of Arts and Science
Bettendorf, Iowa·
4.5
(95) review
Exploration is encouraged at this museum.
24
Start:Iowa Wine Tours
Dubuque, Iowa·
4.5
(93) review
Experience a fun-filled, flexible and educational wine tour with the Upper Mississippi Valley Wine Region`s first wine tour company
25
Start:St. Luke's United Methodist Church
Dubuque, Iowa·
5.0
(91) review
1199 Main St, Dubuque, IA 52001-4778
26
Start:Beloit Public Library
Beloit, Wisconsin·
5.0
(9) review
605 Eclipse Blvd, Beloit, WI 53511-3567
27
Start:Wrigley Field
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(9954) review
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
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