The United States is a proud conservator of countless marvels of nature. The diversity in the landscapes, the intricacy of the mountains, and the allure emanated by the monuments has secured a prominent place in UNESCO’s Top World Heritage Sites. Tours4Fun presents the “Oscars of the Environment”, rightly honored by Times magazine, and gives an inside look at the Top 10 Most-Visited Sites in U.S.

1.    Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Formed 200-300 million years ago, Great Smoky Mountains are one of the oldest precipices that graced our planet. This geriatric mountain range stretches more than 800 square miles across Tennessee and North Carolina outlining the exceptional national park which shelters more than 3,500 plant species, abundant endangered fauna, including the world’s greatest variety of salamanders. Mountains, glaciers, elevation shifts (875 to 6,643 feet) constitute this wondrous beauty. Experience an unforgettable journey through the Great Smokey Mountain National park by joining us on our 4-Day New York to Tennessee Super-Value Tour!
    

2.    Grand Canyon National Park
The stunning gorge gives an account of the earth’s evolution dating back nearly 2 billion years ago. The Colorado River has been the driving force behind sculpting this masterpiece. The erosive forces of nature have toiled since the last 5-6 million years to create this spectacular canyon which runs one mile deep and about 18 miles wide along a 277-mile stretch. The sliced and layered walls of this majestic canyon reflect an uncanny charm and provide geological evidence of our planet’s origin. There cannot be a better way to absorb the arresting allure of Grand Canyon without journeying through it on a helicopter. The magnanimous view of the arresting gorge from a soaring height is simply incomparable. Drown into the unique shade that emblazons this ravine by selecting from our wide range of Grand Canyon Helicopter Tours!

3.    Independence National Historic Park
The birthplace of United States of America, where the Declaration of Independence was signed in 1776, has a powerful historic significance. This magnificent British colonial architecture houses the Pennsylvania Commonwealth State House where the American History icons such as Jefferson and Franklin exchanged words of wisdom that revolutionized the nation. The cracked Liberty Bell in its vicinity symbolizes the American Revolutionary War and resonates liberty and justice. Revive the nation’s history by being a part of our 2-Day Washington D.C, Philadelphia, Baltimore Bus Tours! 

4.    Yosemite National Park
The golden wonder of California represents ecological diversity in its truest form. Hanging
‘U‘ shaped valleys, pristine waterfalls, cirque lakes, vast edifice of stone, lofty mountains bedecked with luxurious coniferous trees coexist in harmony and radiate an extraordinary serenity. Yosemite boasts America’s most glorious landscape images like El Capitan, Cathedral Spire, and The Lost Arrow pillar. The 1,189-square-mile park contains thousands of lakes and ponds, a high concentration of waterfalls including the famous 2,425-foot Yosemite Falls, 800 miles of hiking trails, and 350 miles of roads. Explore a national park that is one-of-a-kind, also known for North America’s highest avalanche, by experiencing our 3-Day Solvang, Hearst Castle, San Francisco, Yosemite Bus Tour!

5.    Yellowstone National Park
The world’s first national park spreads 3,500 square miles across Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho. Formed due to violent volcanic and glacial activity, it prides in creation of the famous “Old Faithful Geyser” that towers to 184 feet every 60-100 minutes. The park known for its hot springs and geysers also has a high concentration of rivers, lakes and sparkling cascades. Popularly known as North America’s largest high-altitude water body, Yellowstone is known for its rich and dense wildlife. To get a close encounter of grizzlies, bison, gray wolves, and elks explore our Yellowstone Tours!

6.    Olympic National Park
Famous for its diverse ecosystems, this national park is located in northwest Washington State. The park boasts a 73 mile long coastline which is the longest undeveloped stretches of coastline in United States. The glacier clad peaks and colossal meadows of this park nurtures endangered spotted owls, marbled murrelets, bighorn sheep, and luxuriant wilderness. Whales, dolphins and sea lions, seals, and sea otters adorn the gigantic coastline. 

7.    Redwood National Park
A 40 mile long stretch of coastal mountains bordering the Pacific Ocean north of San Francisco, sports the tallest and most majestic trees in the world – Redwoods. Flanked with 300 developed campsites across the three major parks – Prairie Creek, Del Norte, and Jedediah Smith that constitute the national park, it is popular for its hiking trails, shoreline excursions, beaches and guided tours. The highlight of the park besides the redwood trees, is the 4,000 year old “Fraternal Monarch” and the rare combination of terrestrial and marine wildlife, particularly the sea lions, bald eagles, and endangered California brown pelican. 
 

8.    Mammoth’s Cave National Park
Known as the world’s largest cave system and also the world’s largest hole in the ground, this 367 miles stretch in Kentucky is a tourist attraction since 1816. The famous caves embody vast chambers, stalactites, and stalagmites. 130 documented species of flora and fauna flourish in their passageways, including eyeless and un-pigmented cave dwellers such as fish, crayfish, beetles, crickets, and bats. The park is also popular for its greenery and wildlife that is preserved by the south-central Kentucky’s hilly and Green River Valley rich with beech, hickory, dogwood, and black oak trees.

9.    Statue of Liberty
The soaring monument of freedom is truly a masterpiece of the human spirit. The 151 foot statue of a woman holding a torch in one hand and a book in the other that symbolizes the Declaration of Independence was a gift from France to America to honor the centennial of American Independence in 1886. The Statue of Liberty stands atop a rectangular stonework pedestal with a foundation in the shape of an irregular eleven-pointed star. Situated on the Liberty Island in New York Harbor, the statue welcomes visitors and immigrants traveling by ship. This iconic monument is an emblem of freedom, democracy and peace. Get a closer look of this remarkable monument by journeying with us on our Super New York City Bus Tour!

10.    Hawaii Volcanoes National Park
The 10th most visited World Heritage Site in U.S contains two of the world’s most active volcanoes – Mauna Loa (13,677 feet high) and Kilauea (4,091 feet). The 11 mile Crater Rim Drive provides a generous view of the striking landscape whose appearance is controlled by the fresh flowing lava that creates intricate formations on its surface. Kilauea’s consistent eruptions since 1983 have augmented the existing shoreline by 568 acres, and have covered 8.7 miles of the adjoining highway with 115 feet deep lava. The Hawaiian Islands that were formed due to the volcanic peaks that emerged from the Pacific Ocean also serves as a covert for diverse flora and fauna, including the giant fern forests and endangered Honu’ea ( Hawksbill Turtle).

Thank you for touring the “Oscars of the Environment” with Tours4Fun. We really hope that you give us an opportunity to help you discover the Top World Heritage Sites in U.S and experience a journey of a lifetime!