Exploring America's Great Parks
Exploring America's Great Parks
15 Days
Visiting: Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, Monument Valley, Lake Powell Navajo Tribal Park, Arches National Park, Grand Junction, Colorado National Monument, Denver, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Deadwood, Sheridan, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson, Salt Lake City, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park
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AR-2024
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Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Fetch a pail of wonder on this ultimate bucket list vacation to six western states and the country’s most popular parks, memorials, and monuments. Grand Canyon. Grand Teton. Yellowstone. Mt. Rushmore. Arches. Bryce Canyon. Zion. Get ready to cross them all off your list as you cross through the spectacular scenery of Arizona, Utah, Colorado, South Dakota, and Wyoming on this essential national parks vacation. In between the canyons, peaks, arches, and geysers, you’ll be equally wowed by waterfalls and geysers, forests and 4-wheel drive tours, backcountry cookouts, and even a buffalo safari. VIP experiences go beyond the presidential sculptures of the Black Hills to a two-night stay at the historic Game Lodge at Custer State Park, which served as the “Summer White House” to president Calvin Coolidge. This national parks tour also includes visits to the capital cities of Denver and Salt Lake City – and the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive In Las Vegas,Nevada
Location: Las Vegas
At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and fellow travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 2: Las Vegas,Grand Canyon National Park,Arizona
Location: Las Vegas, Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart the glittering lights and glamour of Las Vegas for one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon National Park. Carved through the rocks of the Colorado Plateau over millions of years, the canyon is more than a mile deep and 10 miles wide, revealing billions of years of geological history. Tonight, savor a sunset in one of the most beautiful places in the world.
Day 3: Grand Canyon National Park,Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park
Location: Grand Canyon National Park, Monument Valley
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, you may want to join an exciting helicopter flight over the canyon or enjoy a hike on one of the trails. We then travel north through Arizona and into the Navajo Nation to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park for a [LF] 4-wheel-drive backcountry adventure. Your local Navajo guide will show you some of the valley’s most incredible scenery. Tonight will be spent at historic Goulding’s Lodge, where you will be treated to a private [LF] Navajo backcountry cookout.
Day 4: Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park,Arches National Park,Grand Junction,Colorado
Location: Lake Powell Navajo Tribal Park, Arches National Park, Grand Junction, Grand Junction
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, travel north to Moab for a bit of free time before continuing to the incredible landscape of Arches National Park. Later, cross into Colorado to Grand Junction for a free evening.
Day 5: Grand Junction,Colorado National Monument,Denver
Location: Grand Junction, Colorado National Monument, Denver
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, visit a hidden gem, the Colorado National Monument, for sweeping views of sheer-walled canyons and the desert land of the high Colorado Plateau below. Then journey east across the Rocky Mountains to the “Mile High City” of Denver. This evening is free to explore the vibrant city. Why not stroll the city’s pedestrian 16th Street Mall, explore the renovated Union Station, or take advantage of the shopping, dining, and entertainment?
Day 6: Denver,Custer State Park,South Dakota
Location: Denver, Custer State Park, Custer State Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Travel across the windswept landscape of Wyoming and into the Black Hills of South Dakota. Spend the next two nights in beautiful Custer State Park. Formed in 1897, the park is the second-largest state park in America. Its 73,000 breathtaking acres are home to a variety of wildlife, including bison, pronghorn antelope, mountain goats, whitetail deer, bighorn sheep, mountain lions, wild burros, and elk.
Day 7: Custer State Park. Excursion To Mount Rushmore & Crazy Horse Memorial
Location: Crazy Horse Memorial
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial, which stands as a shrine to democracy. The epic sculpture depicts the faces of four legendary American presidents who symbolize this nation’s rich history, rugged determination, and lasting achievement. Then, visit the Crazy Horse Memorial, built in honor of the fearless Sioux Chief, Tasunke Witco, widely known as Crazy Horse, whose renown is derived from the Battle of Little Bighorn. Learn about the sculpture, his family, and the future of the project. Later, return to Custer State Park and be a part of an exciting [LF] Buffalo Safari with a Local Expert. Have your camera ready for great photo opportunities! Then, enjoy a backcountry [LF] chuckwagon cookout, complete with Western entertainment.
Day 8: Custer State Park,Deadwood,Sheridan,Wyoming
Location: Custer State Park, Deadwood, Sheridan, Sheridan
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start today by exploring the Wild West town of Deadwood. Next, enjoy a scenic drive through the Black Hills to the frontier town of Sheridan, located at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains.
Day 9: Sheridan,Yellowstone National Park
Location: Sheridan, Yellowstone National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel over the Big Horn Mountains to Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872 as the world’s first national park. Spend the next two days exploring the beauty of this National treasure, spanning nearly 3,500 square miles atop a volcanic hot spot.
Day 10: Yellowstone National Park
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Spend the day exploring all the wonders of Yellowstone.
Day 11: Yellowstone National Park,Grand Teton National Park,Jackson
Location: Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey south today and visit Grand Teton National Park on your way to Jackson.
Day 12: Jackson,Salt Lake City,Utah
Location: Jackson, Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Continue your journey south today through Wyoming and into Utah. Arrive in Salt Lake City for an orientation tour before arriving at your hotel. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant this evening.
Day 13: Salt Lake City,Bryce Canyon National Park
Location: Salt Lake City, Bryce Canyon National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today’s highlight is a visit to unique Bryce Canyon National Park. Spend time in the park capturing the magnificent contrasts of bright red, yellow, and pink pillars called “hoodoos.” Years of erosion have carved colorful sandstone into thousands of spires, arches, and mazes for an unforgettable sight. Free time this evening.
Day 14: Bryce Canyon National Park,Zion National Park,Las Vegas,Nevada
Location: Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Las Vegas, Las Vegas
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, say goodbye to the Hoodoos and descend into a stunning ½-mile-deep canyon for Zion National Park. Enjoy a boxed picnic lunch on the front lawn of Zion Lodge with free time to explore. Continue to Las Vegas where your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner.
Day 15: Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation in various lodges and hotels including Treasure Island in Las Vegas, Yavapai Lodge East in Grand Canyon National Park, Goulding's Lodge in Monument Valley, and more.
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Meals
Breakfast daily, 1 box lunch in Zion, and 6 dinners are included.
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4-wheel-drive backcountry adventure
A 4-wheel-drive backcountry adventure in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park with a local Navajo guide.
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Buffalo Safari
An exciting Buffalo Safari in Custer State Park with a Local Expert.
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Chuckwagon cookout
A backcountry chuckwagon cookout with Western entertainment in Custer State Park.
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Welcome drink
A welcome drink with the Tour Director and fellow travel companions on the first day.
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Farewell dinner
A farewell dinner hosted by the Tour Director in Las Vegas.
What's Not Included
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Optional Activities
Optional activities such as helicopter flights over the Grand Canyon or hikes on the trails are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for the Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides are not included.
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Airfare
Airfare to and from the starting and ending points of the tour is not included.
Small Group
Globus offers Small-Group Discoveries on select North America dates. A Small-Group Discovery is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery trip is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
UNESCO Sites
Grand Canyon National Park|Yellowstone National Park
Meals
Breakfast daily, 1 box lunch in Zion, 6 dinners
Notes
Routes and visiting areas in Yellowstone National Park are subject to weather and/or road conditions. This vacation visits national parks and other remote locations where some facilities may not be up to the first-class standard you expect from Globus. Some lodges within the parks do not have televisions and other amenities you would expect from most Globus hotels. On vacations that include an overnight stay in Las Vegas, at least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older.
Accommodation
Las Vegas:Treasure IslandGrand Canyon National Park:Yavapai Lodge East - Grand Canyon National Park LodgeMonument Valley:Goulding's LodgeGrand Junction:Doubletree by Hilton Grand JunctionDenver:The Westin Denver DowntownCuster State Park:State Game Lodge at Custer State ParkSheridan:Best Western Sheridan CenterYellowstone National Park:Yellowstone National Park LodgesJackson:Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole CreeksideSalt Lake City:Radisson Hotel Downtown Salt Lake CityBryce Canyon National Park:Best Western Plus Bryce Canyon Grand
Check out our Q&As
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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What should I know about the facilities in the national parks?
Some lodges within the parks do not have televisions and other amenities you would expect from most Globus hotels. Routes and visiting areas in Yellowstone National Park are subject to weather and/or road conditions.
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Is there an age requirement for the tour?
On vacations that include an overnight stay in Las Vegas, at least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older.
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Are there any optional activities available during the tour?
Yes, optional activities such as helicopter flights over the Grand Canyon or hikes on the trails are available but not included in the tour package.
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Is there a farewell event at the end of the tour?
Yes, a farewell dinner is hosted by the Tour Director in Las Vegas.
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What special activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes a 4-wheel-drive backcountry adventure in Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park with a local Navajo guide, a Buffalo Safari in Custer State Park with a Local Expert, and a backcountry chuckwagon cookout with Western entertainment in Custer State Park.
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Is there a welcome event at the start of the tour?
Yes, there is a welcome drink with the Tour Director and fellow travel companions on the first day.
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What personal expenses are not included in the tour?
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, breakfast is provided daily, along with 1 box lunch in Zion and 6 dinners.
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Are gratuities included in the tour package?
No, gratuities for the Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides are not included.
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
The tour includes accommodation in various lodges and hotels such as Treasure Island in Las Vegas, Yavapai Lodge East in Grand Canyon National Park, Goulding's Lodge in Monument Valley, and more.
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Is airfare included in the tour package?
No, airfare to and from the starting and ending points of the tour is not included.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
For over 90 years.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest Covid-19 policies
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Travel documents, including any air tickets, itineraries, and other information, are available approximately two to three weeks prior to departure provided full payment has been received.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
The Globus Lighthouse Project - an illuminating initiative where we can all come together to tread lightly and give generously for the globe's greater good. Globus, along with sister companies Avalon Waterways and Cosmos, invite our travellers and partners to help us in supporting causes that provide for a more sustainable planet and a brighter tomorrow.
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Barrhead Travel requires a minimum deposit of 200 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 98 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of barrhead travel charges.
Up to 98 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 97 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 74 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 28 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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