09 Days
Classic National Parks, Mt. Rushmore, Yellowstone & Grand Teton with the Badlands
Day
01.
Sunday - Arrive in Rapid City
Arrive in Rapid City, gateway to South Dakota's Black Hills and iconic Mount Rushmore. The city’s downtown displays life-size bronze sculptures of past U.S. presidents. Transfer independently to the hotel. The rest of the evening is at leisure to discover Rapid City’s restaurants and nightlife on your own.
Overnight: Rapid City
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02.
Monday - Badlands National Park, Wall Drug Store
After breakfast, visit Badlands National Park to see some of the most spectacular scenery in the region. Afterward, continue to Wall Drug, known for its roadside signs and free water. Spend a relaxed lunch before returning to Rapid City for an afternoon at leisure. This evening, enjoy a drink during an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager and fellow travelers.
Overnight: Rapid City | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day
03.
Tuesday - Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore
This morning, visit the Crazy Horse Memorial honoring the heritage, tradition, and culture of North American Indians. This afternoon, head to the Mount Rushmore National Memorial, featuring the faces of four American presidents. After lunch on your own, return to Rapid City. Tonight, celebrate your arrival with dinner.
Overnight: Rapid City | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day
04.
Wednesday - Drive to Cody
Morning departure to Sheridan, Wyoming set halfway between Yellowstone and Mount Rushmore, with its dramatic vistas of the striking Big Horn Mountains. After lunch, continue to Cody for an evening at leisure.
Overnight: Cody | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day
05.
Thursday - Arrive in Yellowstone, Hayden Valley
Travel to Yellowstone National Park, home to famed “Old Faithful”. Upon arrival, cross over the Yellowstone River into the Lower Loop. Continue towards the Hayden Valley. See the Mud Volcano, and be on the lookout for bison, bears, elk, and eagles in this sweeping glacial valley.
Overnight: Yellowstone National Park | Meals: Breakfast
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06.
Friday - Explore Yellowstone, Old Faithful
Begin the day with a visit to the dramatic Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. Then on to Mammoth Hot Springs. Continue to the Lower Geyser Basin to Fountain Paint Pots along the Firehole River. Conclude the day at legendary “Old Faithful”.
Overnight: Yellowstone National Park | Meals: Breakfast
Day
07.
Saturday - Grand Teton National Park
Depart Yellowstone for Grand Teton National Park in northwest Wyoming. Multiple photo stops on your way to Colter Bay where you stop at the visitor center. Visit the Chapel of the Transfiguration, before departing for Jackson. In the afternoon, spend time at leisure before checking into the hotel, or join the optional Snake River Scenic Float. Enjoy a scenic float down the beautiful Snake River. With the majestic Tetons as your backdrop, kick back and relax while your guide does all the work.
Optional: Snake River Scenic Float (PM) | Overnight: Jackson | Meals: Breakfast
Day
08.
Sunday - Salt Lake City
Today, leave Wyoming for Salt Lake City, Utah. Later this afternoon arrive in Salt lake City and view the Capital Building. At this evening’s dinner, share wonderful memories of your adventure.
Overnight: Salt Lake City | Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day
09.
Monday - Return Home
Transfer independently to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast
All sightseeing and itinerary inclusions are subject to favorable weather conditions and seasonality. In those instances, and until the roads are available for travel, often unpredictable until the last moment, roads, routes and sites will be amended. National Parks route and program may vary according to weather conditions, seasonal changes, safety issues and wildlife migration patterns.
