Marvel at the West's premier natural wonders on this 6-state vacation and see spectacular scenery, memorials, monuments, parks, canyons, and much more. Your trip starts in Denver, Colorado’s capital, and heads to South Dakota for visits to the Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Tour Tatanka and Deadwood, once a wild gold-mining town, and journey west to Buffalo Bill’s frontier town of Cody, Wyoming. Then head to Yellowstone National Park to see magnificent views of Yellowstone Canyon, Lower Falls, and world-famous Old Faithful Geyser. Overnight in Yellowstone National Park before journeying into breathtaking Grand Teton National Park for a delightful walk along glacier-fed Jenny Lake. In nearby Jackson, with its wooden sidewalks and swing-door saloons, you have plenty of free time to tour on your own or to join an optional barbecue cookout and Wild West show. Next, it’s on to Salt Lake City, Utah’s capital, for a sightseeing tour; then marvel at the “hoodoos” and dramatic landscapes of Bryce Canyon National Park and Zion National Park. Spectacular scenery awaits you in both parks, so have your camera ready! Continue into Arizona to Page, on the shores of Lake Powell, and cross the Painted Desert to amazing Grand Canyon National Park. Your hotel is located on the rim of the Grand Canyon, giving you a rare opportunity for great views and time to explore this amazing place. For a thrill of a lifetime, take an optional flightseeing trip over the Grand Canyon. Finally, travel to Las Vegas, where this spectacular vacation ends with three overnights and plenty of time for you to relax, spend time at the pool, visit the enormous casinos along the “Strip,” and enjoy the shops and sumptuous restaurants. On this vacation through some of the West’s premier national parks, you see breathtaking scenery that cannot be found anywhere else—a trip of a lifetime!
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Day 1DENVER
Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do some independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening to answer any questions.
Day 2DENVER–CHEYENNE–BLACK HILLS OF SOUTH DAKOTA–KEYSTONE
Depart Denver and travel north to Cheyenne. See the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota and continue to Custer. Then, see the CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL, a monument carved out of a mountain that pays respect to the great Native American hero, Chief Crazy Horse.
Day 3KEYSTONE–MOUNT RUSHMORE–DEADWOOD–LEAD
Deep in the Black Hills, behold the granite faces of MOUNT RUSHMORE, a monument to four American presidents—Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Roosevelt. Afterward, visit TATANKA, “The Story of the Bison,” and experience the richness of the Lakota people. On to Deadwood, a lawless frontier town during the 1876 Gold Rush, where Jack McCall murdered Wild Bill Hickok during a poker game. Overnight in the old mining town of Lead.
Day 4LEAD–CODY
On to Buffalo, where open-range cattle kings made war on sheep ranchers in the 1890s. Drive by Sheridan, site of battles between the U.S. Cavalry and the Sioux, Cheyenne, and Crow Indians. Overnight in Buffalo Bill’s frontier town of Cody
Day 5CODY–YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Proceed through Shoshone National Forest to YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK. Travel along Grand Loop Road to Artist Point with views of Yellowstone Canyon and the Lower Falls. See the bubbling geyser basins and the consistent “blow” of Old Faithful, Yellowstone’s most famous geyser. Overnight in Yellowstone National Park.
Day 6YELLOWSTONE–GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK–JACKSON
Head south into magnificent GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK, one of America’s last preserves of wild solitude. Its 13,770-foot-high ridges are crested with snow most of the year. Stroll along the shores of beautiful glacier-fed Jenny Lake before ending the day in all-Western Jackson. This evening, join an optional barbecue cookout and Wild West show.
Day 7JACKSON
With its wooden sidewalks and swing-door saloons, Jackson is like a film set. Time today for an optional float trip on the Snake River.
Day 8JACKSON–SALT LAKE CITY
Today, drive to Salt Lake City for an overnight stay. Set on the edge of Great Salt Lake Desert, this center of the Mormon religion is where Brigham Young declared to his followers, “This is the place.” An included sightseeing tour shows you the capital of Utah, including Temple Square, the adjacent tabernacle, and the Beehive House.
Day 9SALT LAKE CITY–BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK
On to BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK with its 20 miles of sandstone cliffs and ever-changing colors. See some of Earth’s most brilliant shades of rock, sculpted by nature into pillars called “hoodoos.”
Day 10BRYCE CANYON–ZION NATIONAL PARK–PAGE
Travel to ZION NATIONAL PARK with its landscape carved over millions of years by rushing streams. Steep canyons, stone towers, and verdant vegetation form the scenery of Zion. Head east into Page on the shores of Lake Powell.
Day 11PAGE–PAINTED DESERT–GRAND CANYON
Enjoy an optional flight over scenic Monument Valley. Then, cross the Painted Desert and through Kaibab National Forest. Arrive for an overnight at the South Rim of GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK with free time to explore.
Day 12GRAND CANYON–LAS VEGAS
For a once-in-a-lifetime thrill, take an optional flightseeing trip over the Grand Canyon. Next up: the world-class entertainment of Las Vegas.
Days 13-14LAS VEGAS
Two full days to do as you please. Be sure to check out the enormous casinos along the “Strip” and spend some time relaxing around your hotel pool. Your Local Host will also suggest favorite restaurants and shopping activities. Perhaps join the optional night out to a dazzling cocktail show starring top Vegas entertainers.
Day 15LAS VEGAS
The trip ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers are provided to McCarran International Airport.
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Here's a list of optional excursions you can enjoy during your vacation. Whether it's a special dinner, a local show or a special behind-the-scenes glimpse into an historical site, optional excursions are a wonderful way to enrich your vacation even further. Plus, they give you flexibility. We include the must-see sites and experiences, and we also understand that people take interest in different activities and may want to craft a more personal vacation by hand-picking optional excursions that appeal to them.
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CITY: CodyShoshone River Raft Trip On this scenic white-water float trip down the Shoshone River, your guide maneuvers you through striking red canyons. See native wildlife and hear about the geology, mountain men, and pioneers of the area as you experience the thrill of the occasional rapid. You will be on the water for approximately 45 minutes. This river is a level 2 with occasional rapids, participants must be comfortable paddling, and it is very likely you will get wet. Note: Life jackets are provided and required. (Available Mid-May to Mid-September; subject to favorable weather & water conditions)
Approximate value: USD $33 per person
Buffalo Bill Historical Center Visit the world's finest western museum. This five-museum complex includes the Buffalo Bill Museum, the Cody Firearms Museum, the Plains Indian Museum, the Whitney Gallery of Western Art, and the Natural History Museum.
Approximate value: USD $15 per person
CITY: CusterCuster State Park Tour This four hour tour goes through Custer State Park (world's largest herd of free-running bison), and the amazing granite spires of the Needles Highway. Plus you'll visit General Custer's first expedition site, and Sylvan Lake. Your tour by minibus takes you to areas of the Black Hills that are inaccessible to large coaches. The tour ends at Mount Rushmore.
Approximate value: USD $44 per person
CITY: DeadwoodDeadwood City Tour As we travel down Deadwood's cobblestone streets, you will hear about an era gone by. Recount local history beginning with Custer's expedition followed by the Gold Rush and lots more. Hear the stories of legendary Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane, and other notable characters from local guides that are almost as entertaining as the history itself.
Approximate value: USD $8 per person
CITY: DenverDenver Mountain Parks Tour This four-hour excursion includes a visit to Red Rocks Amphitheater, a famous and spectacular outdoor concert hall that is a millennia-old geological creation named after its red sandstone monoliths. You will also visit Lookout Mountain, the gravesite of Buffalo Bill Cody, Bear Creek Canyon, and drive past the home of Coors beer.
Approximate value: USD $45 per person
Denver City Tour Experience two sides of Denver: a historic western town and thriving modern city--all in one trip. You'll journey back to the 19th century and experience the elegance of historic Larimer Square. You'll see beautiful Civic Center Park, the State Capitol Building, the United States Mint, The Denver Art Museum, bustling 16th Street Mall with its wide variety of restaurants, specialty shops, and street side entertainment. At the end of this tour, you'll no longer be a stranger to the Mile High City.
Approximate value: USD $35 per person
Denver City & Mountain Tour Spend the morning seeing all that Denver has to offer: Larimer Square, Civic Center Park, the United States Mint, the 16th Street Mall and more. Then take an excursion through Bear Creek Canyon to Evergreen, to the top of Lookout Mountain, the site of Buffalo Bill's Grave and Museum. This is a fully narrated tour showing you the best of Denver city and Denver's mountain parks.
Approximate value: USD $75 per person
CITY: Grand Canyon National ParkGrand Canyon Imax This 40-minute multimedia presentation introduces you to the ancient wonders of the Grand Canyon. Learn about its folklore, its mysterious primitive tribes, and the many legends of this unique area. The film also focuses on the adventurous exploration of the Colorado River by John Wesley Powell and his expedition.
Approximate value: USD $13 per person
Grand Canyon Helicopter Flightseeing - North Canyon Tour Enjoy breathtaking scenery on a 30-minute helicopter flight over the majestic Grand Canyon. It's an experience you'll never forget! Upgrades to an Eco Star Helicopter may be available for an additional charge. Please talk to your tour director if interested.
Approximate value: USD $159 per person
CITY: JacksonChuckwagon Cookout & Show Experience the thrill of bygone years when covered wagons crossing over Teton Pass in Jackson were a common sight. Enjoy a delicious barbecue meal and the riotous entertainment of mountain men and cowboys. (Available Mid-May to Mid-September)
Approximate value: USD $43 per person
CITY: Las VegasHoover Dam Classic Travel to the Hoover Dam in style and comfort aboard our custom Suburbans. Your talented guide will share points of interest and answer questions along the way. You'll truly appreciate the extra care and comfort you receive from Pink Jeep Tours. The Hoover Dam Discovery Tour offers ample time for exploring this National Historic Landmark and engineering wonder of the world. See live presentations, a fascinating film on the dam's construction and history, exhibit gallery, observation deck and venture down to the observation room in the power plant to view the massive generators. You'll encounter dramatic views of both the Colorado River as well as Lake Mead, the largest man made body of water in the Western Hemisphere. Tour time four hours.
Approximate value: USD $86 per person
Black Canyon Raft Trip With Transportation A leisurely float trip aboard a motor-assisted raft starting at the base of Hoover Dam and traveling through one of the Colorado river's most beautiful canyons. Learn about the history, desert wildlife, and beauty in the Black Canyon. Be prepared for possible sightings of Big horn sheep, osprey and the Great Blue Heron - bring your camera! A box lunch is included. Trip is approximately three hours; suitable for all ages and no paddling experience necessary. (Transportation is included)
Approximate value: USD $127 per person
Grand Celebration Helicopter Experience Embark on an unforgettable, narrated flight from Boulder City to the floor of the Grand Canyon. Descend 4,000 feet toward your exclusive landing site and enjoy breathtaking beauty of the Grand Canyon. Touch down by the banks of the Colorado River. Compliment your journey with a delightful picnic meal and refreshments served under an authentic Indian "Ramada". Your tour also includes majestic views of historic Boulder City, Lake Mead, the Hoover Dam, and extinct volcanoes.
Approximate value: USD $334 per person
CITY: PageAntelope Canyon Slot Tour Come with your guide to a spectacular petrified sand dune, created by wind, water and sand, presenting a sculptured masterpiece. Nothing can describe this work of Mother Nature. Experiencing this beauty will leave you breathless. Trips are approximately one and a half hours long and you will travel in a 4-wheel drive vehicle to the Canyon entrance. From there you will walk into the Canyon, you will be at the bottom of the Canyon looking up 130 feet to the top. There is no hiking or climbing involved, only easy walking on the Canyon floor which is level for the most part. Your experienced Navajo guide will show you great places to take photographs as you explore this awe-inspiring wonder.
Approximate value: USD $34 per person
Monument Valley 90-Minute Flight You will experience everything seen on the shorter Rainbow Bridge flight, plus much, much more! This is your only chance to see Monument Valley, the site of many well-known Western movies. The rock formations you will see on this surrealistic 75-minute flight are totally different from those in the Grand Canyon.
Approximate value: USD $255 per person
Antelope Canyon Cruise On this 90-minute cruise of Lake Powell, you'll glide through the narrow walls of Antelope Canyon, famous for its tapestry colors and unusual rock formations.
Approximate value: USD $38 per person
Rainbow Bridge 25-30-Minute Flight Fly over Rainbow Bridge, the largest natural arch on earth, spanning over 278 feet and rising to a height of 290 feet. Other memorable sights include Glen Canyon Dam, Wahweap Marina, and Lake Powell itself. Flight time is approximately 30 minutes.
Approximate value: USD $163 per person
CITY: Salt Lake CityTemple Square Experience dinner at the Lion House Start the evening with a visit to the Beehive House and discover how Brigham Young and his family lived in the 1800s. Then experience the exceptional home-style fare as you dine amidst the history that surrounds you, in Brigham Young's personal residence the Lion House. Afterwards, tour Groups arriving on Thursday nights will have the opportunity to see the Tabernacle Choir rehearse. (Not available on Sunday nights)
Approximate value: USD $18 per person
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Single Room Supplement: $746
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