The Road That Still Calls
In 1926, America changed gears. Rails gave way to open highway, and a new line on the map connected Chicago to Los Angeles. It wasn’t just a road; it was a revolution in motion — a promise of freedom, discovery, and the great American West.
Now, a century later, the Route 66 Centennial invites a new generation to answer that same call. This isn’t nostalgia; it’s an invitation to live the legend.
Northern Arizona: The Grand Finale
Every mile of Route 66 has its story, but Northern Arizona is where the journey reaches its cinematic climax. Here, mesas and pine forests rise from the desert, and the Mother Road becomes a pilgrimage to the sublime.
This is where asphalt meets eternity — the last great chapter of America’s most iconic road.
Kingman to Williams: The Sound of the Southwest
Start in Kingman, the “Heart of Historic Route 66,” where neon flickers against desert skies and every diner feels like a time capsule.
Head east, stop off in Seligman and Ash Fork for some amazing Route 66 nostalgia, and the anticipation builds until you reach Williams, the final Route 66 town to be bypassed by Interstate 40 in 1984.
Williams isn’t the end of the road; it’s the gateway to something greater — a timeless journey by rail.
Trading Asphalt for Adventure: The Grand Canyon Railway
Why end your drive stuck in traffic at the park gate?
From the Williams Depot, the Grand Canyon Railway carries you back in time. Vintage cars, rhythmic rails, and a century of stories set the perfect tone for the wonder ahead. This isn’t a detour — it’s the soul of the Centennial experience.
Ground Command: The Buck Wild Connection
At the Grand Canyon National Park South Rim, the world opens wide. Crowds gather at the main overlooks, but the real magic lies beyond them.
That’s where Buck Wild Hummer Tours takes over — custom former military Humvees and expert local guides leading you to hidden viewpoints few ever see.
It’s adventure with perspective, connecting the wild heart of Route 66 to the raw power of the Canyon.
The View from Above: Papillon & Scenic Airlines
Your Centennial journey deserves a finale worthy of a century.
From Tusayan, board a Papillon Helicopter or Scenic Airlines flight and rise above the rim.
Below, the Canyon stretches endlessly — its ridges glowing gold, its shadows telling stories millions of years old.
From this height, every mile of Route 66 becomes visible in your memory: a road, a legend, a lifetime condensed into one breathtaking view.
Your Free Route 66 Centennial Boarding Pass
To celebrate 100 years of America’s most legendary highway, travelers can now claim a free digital Boarding Pass — a passport to rewards, insider discounts, and quarterly giveaways.
Your pass includes:
Join the celebration, explore with purpose, and be part of the legacy.
The Mother Road has always led west — now it leads to you.
The Route 66 Boarding Pass is your Passport to Savings in Northern Arizona. No purchase necessary, no app to install, just download the Boarding Pass and start saving on your next Northern Arizona Adventure.
And don’t forget to enter the contest to win a Route 66-Grand Prize Package that includes lodging, a Grand Canyon Railway ride, a Private Hummer Tour, a Grand Canyon Helicopter Tour, meals and more.
The Grand Canyon National Park is a short drive from Route 66, and once you’re in Northern Arizona exploring Route 66, you HAVE to take a detour to visit this natural wonder. Tusayan is the closest town to the Grand Canyon South Rim Entrance, and our Boarding Pass Partners are waiting for you to come and explore!
Exhilarating helicopter tours at the Grand Canyon National Park provide a bird’s eye view of this amazing wonder. Choose from 25 or 45 Minute Tours offered multiple times daily.
Save $10 per person
Choose Signature, Sunset or Hiking Tours and explore the best viewpoints at the Grand Canyon with a professional guide who will share history and information.
Save $5 per person.
Fly over the incredible sights of the Grand Canyon’s South and East Rims: impressive aerial views of ancient rock formations, the Kaibab Forest, & the Colorado River between the canyon walls.
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A Grand Canyon Institution for over 50 years, Big E Steakhouse and Saloon provides unforgettable dining experiences with a large menu and the friendliest servers in the area..
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Amazing selection of sweet treats including fudge, caramel apples, chocolate covered strawberries and delicious gelato. Specialty Coffees are plentiful and satisfying.
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One mile from the entrance to Grand Canyon National Park, our hotel is an idyllic retreat for vacations. Explore the beauty of the canyon by day & unwind in our Southwestern-style suites by night
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