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National Parks Wonders

9 Days 1 Country 8 Cities

This Regional Explorer trip blends old west towns, national parks and historic monuments like Mount Rushmore.

"Saw everything we wanted and more!"

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    • Note: For optional float trip on the morning of Day 3, participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.
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      • All 2017 departures will operate as per the 2017 brochure. Itineraries, durations, hotels and inclusions may vary. Please inquire at the time of booking.
      • Note: For optional float trip on the morning of Day 3, participation is at your own risk and a signed liability waiver will be required.
      • Black Hills Pow Wow Special Departure (Ref: DNPP) The 30 Sep departure features the traditional Black Hills Pow Wow on the evening of Day 7.
      • Trip prices are per person, land only, based on double occupancy and reflect applicable discount. Discounts are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice.
      • Trip prices are correct at the time of the products going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking. All trip information is correct at time of trips going live, however are subject to change - please confirm all details at time of booking.
      • For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Website Terms of Use page.
      • Double-share option not available for trips to South America, Costa Rica, Mexico, Alaska, Hawaii or for any holiday & cruise combination, or in Asia and Eastern Mediterranean except Highlights of Turkey (without cruise) & Best of Turkey. It's also not available on Small Group trips.  Guided Vacations included in this restriction are Newfoundland and Labrador (DNLA) as well as Panama, the Canal & Beyond (LPAN).  
      • For trips that are part of our Guaranteed Room Share, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms. Solo travel is not accepted on guided Family Experiences holidays unless traveling as part of a family group. 
      • Travel to Europe often requires an overnight flight. Please arrange your flights to arrive on or before day 1.

      About this trip

      Tap into your inner adventurer and follow America's great Western migration, past the icy peaks of the Grand Tetons, bubbling mudpots of Yellowstone and the lawless backwater town of Deadwood, where the larger-than-life legends of Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane and Crazy Horse once ruled.


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      Trip code: DNPW

      8 Nights

      accommodation

      13 Meals

      • 8 full breakfasts

      • 1 lunch

      • 4 dinners (including Be My Guest)

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      Highlights

      What's Included

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        • Scenic drive through Deadwood

        • Orientation of Jackson

        • View Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore

        • Visit the Oregon Trail Center, the towering peaks of Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Devils Tower National Monument, the Black Hills of South Dakota

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      Dining

        • 8 full breakfasts

        • 1 lunch

        • 4 dinners
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        • Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing

        • Daily breakfast and an average of 50% of evening meals

        • Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

        • Cherry-picked hotels all tried and trusted

        • Hand-picked Insider Experiences

        • Optional Experiences and free time

        • All porterage and local charges included

        • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

        • An expert Travel Director and separate Driver

        • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

        • Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday

        • VIP entry to many sights


        Airport Transfers

      • Specific transfer information can be found on the airport transfers page

       

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      Arrive Salt Lake City

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      Salt Lake City – Montpelier – Jackson (2 Nights)

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      Grand Teton National Park Sightseeing

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      Jackson – Yellowstone National Park (2 Nights)

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      Yellowstone National Park Sightseeing

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      Yellowstone National Park – Cody – Sheridan

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      Sheridan – Deadwood – Rapid City (2 Nights)

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      Black Hills Excursion

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      Depart Rapid City

      Day 1

      Arrive Salt Lake City Day 1 - Arrive Salt Lake City

      Welcome to Salt Lake City. Check in to your hotel and relax. At 6 p.m., gather at the hotel with your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a Welcome Reception.

      Hotel

      Sheraton Salt Lake City

      Meals

      • Welcome Reception

      Hotel

      Sheraton Salt Lake City

      Meals

      • Welcome Reception

      Day 1

      Day 2

      Salt Lake City – Montpelier – Jackson (2 Nights) Day 2 - Salt Lake City – Montpelier – Jackson (2 Nights)

      Travelling north into Idaho, trace the footsteps of the pioneers at the Oregon Trail Center in Montpelier. Through interactive exhibits, travel vicariously with a covered wagon train in America's great western migration. You'll even enjoy lunch in a covered wagon themed restaurant before you'll be on your way to scenic Jackson. Get spectacular 360-degree views of the Snake River Valley and Grand Teton National Park on an exciting aerial tram ride (seasonal) to the summit of Rendezvous Mountain.

      Hotel

      The Lodge at Jackson Hole

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast
      • Lunch

      Hotel

      The Lodge at Jackson Hole

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast
      • Lunch

      Day 2

      Day 3

      Grand Teton National Park Sightseeing Day 3 - Grand Teton National Park Sightseeing

      If you like, hit the water this morning on an optional guided float trip down the Snake River (seasonal) where you'll float with amazing views of the magnificent Grand Tetons. Keep your eyes open for some of the area's abundant wildlife, including moose and elk drinking from the rivers, bison munching on grass and beavers putting the finishing touches on their elaborate dams. Overhead, watch for majestic bald eagles, graceful blue herons and the dozens of species of songbird that call the park home. This evening, join your Travel Director and travel companions for a Chuckwagon Regional Meal.

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast
      • Regional Meal

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast
      • Regional Meal

      Optional Experiences

      *Snake River Float Trip Through Grand Teton National Park

      This gentle 10-mile float trip runs entirely within Grand Teton National Park, and covers the most scenic stretch of the Snake River in the Jackson Hole Valley. The Snake River is a lifeline to the park’s bison, elk, moose, beaver, pronghorn, deer, bear and 300 different species of birds, including osprey and eagles. Your experienced guide offers in-depth information on the geology of the Grand Tetons and the habitats of the animals you may see. Although we can’t guarantee multiple animal sightings, your chances of spotting wildlife on the Snake River – with its lush willows to feed on and deep-water pools for animals to swim in – are greater here than anywhere else in the park. Operates late May – mid Sep, subject to weather conditions. Approx. duration: 3 hours

      Adult Price: US$83.00

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      Day 4

      Jackson – Yellowstone National Park (2 Nights) Day 4 - Jackson – Yellowstone National Park (2 Nights)

      Spend the morning discovering the natural glories of Grand Teton National Park. You'll find exhilarating vistas everywhere you look. Then it's on to Yellowstone, established in 1872 as the world's first National Park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Watch in awe as Old Faithful's waters arc high into the air-as it has done approximately every 90 minutes since the Washburn Expedition discovered it in 1870. Tonight, dine and stay inside the park. Each lodge inside the park has its own unique setting and atmosphere. Lodges featured are the Old Faithful Inn, Old Faithful Snow Lodge, Grant Village, and the Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel. Specific lodges will be confirmed in your documents.

      Hotel

      National Park Lodges

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast
      • Dinner

      Hotel

      National Park Lodges

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast
      • Dinner

      Day 4

      Day 5

      Yellowstone National Park Sightseeing Day 5 - Yellowstone National Park Sightseeing

      Begin the day looking for wildlife in Hayden Valley en route to the impressive Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone with its stunning waterfalls. Continue on to Dunraven Pass and the Lamar Valley, some of the most ruggedly beautiful regions of the park. At Mammoth Hot Springs, admire the mineral terraces that resemble frozen waterfalls cascading down into the valley.

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast

      Day 5

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      Yellowstone National Park – Cody – Sheridan Day 6 - Yellowstone National Park – Cody – Sheridan

      Head east to the town of Cody, named for its most famous native son, Buffalo Bill. Get a glimpse into the fascinating history of the American West at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West where you'll meet a Local Specialist and delve into the history of the cowboy, the role of the firearm in the early days, and the culture and art of the Plains Indians. Join your fellow travellers for a Be My Guest dinner in true Western style at a historic café complete with an old-time tobacco shop.

      Hotel

      Holiday Inn Sheridan

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast
      • Be My Guest Dining

      Hotel

      Holiday Inn Sheridan

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast
      • Be My Guest Dining

      Day 6

      Day 7

      Sheridan – Deadwood – Rapid City (2 Nights) Day 7 - Sheridan – Deadwood – Rapid City (2 Nights)

      Proclaimed by Theodore Roosevelt as America's first national monument, Devils Tower rises nearly 1,300 feet (396 metres) above the Belle Fourche River. After, head into the Black Hills of South Dakota and the boomtown of Deadwood, which arose after the Gold Rush of the 1870s. In Deadwood, join Kevin Costner's Original Deadwood Tour where you'll meet a Local Specialist to hear about the days of Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. Journey on to Rapid City, where you have the option of visiting Mount Rushmore this evening to see the magical illumination ceremony.

      Hotel

      The Rushmore

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast

      Hotel

      The Rushmore

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast

      Optional Experiences

      Mount Rushmore Evening Lighting Ceremony

      Join a park ranger at Mount Rushmore’s outdoor amphitheater for this moving patriotic program and sculpture lighting ceremony. The program begins with a short inspirational talk, focusing on the presidents, patriotism and the nation’s history, and is followed by a 20 minute film, “Freedom: America’s Lasting Legacy.” Watch in wonder as the evening culminates in the slow exposure of light to the monument until it is fully illuminated. Be sure to bundle up as the evenings can be cool. Operates seasonally, starting at 9 p.m. Approx. duration: 4 hours

      Adult Price: US$25.00

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      Day 8

      Black Hills Excursion Day 8 - Black Hills Excursion

      This morning discover more of the natural and man-made wonders of the Black Hills with a drive through stunning scenery as you go to the base of Crazy Horse Memorial, a massive mountain carving of the famed war chief of the Lakota people. Next is a visit to Mount Rushmore, designed by sculptor Gutzon Borglum to celebrate the "founding, expansion, preservation and unification of the United States" through enormous carvings of George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln. This afternoon, return to Rapid City before gathering with your Travel Director and fellow travellers for a festive Farewell Dinner featuring Stephen Yellowhawk who shares his tribe's history through dance and song, a Cultural Insight.

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast
      • Farewell Dinner

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast
      • Farewell Dinner

      Optional Experiences

      Bear Country USA

      Nestled between towering pines and along rolling meadows over 250 acres just eight miles south of Rapid City, Bear Country U.S.A. offers visitors intimate views of most North American mammals. Take a leisurely three-mile journey aboard your coach through several enclosures and encounter black bear, elk, reindeer, deer, cougars, bobcats, rocky mountain goats, bighorn sheep, Dall sheep and buffalo. You’ll watch these clowns of nature frolic in a pool, climb trees and amble across the road. At this “home of the largest collection of privately owned black bear in the world,” you’re guaranteed to see more wildlife than you expected. Approx. tour length: 2 hours

      Adult Price: US$29.00

      Badlands National Park Excursion

      Badlands National Park in southwest South Dakota preserves 244,000 acres of sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles and spires blended with the largest protected mixed grass prairie in America. Without a doubt, a hidden gem in the national park system, the unique beauty of the Badlands landscape is like no other. Sightseers as well as scholarly scientists are attracted to the area for its astounding beauty and the opportunity to peek into an ancient world. And no trip to the Badlands would be complete without a stop at famous Wall Drug. An establishment which became known for offering free ice water to thirsty travelers in the 1930s is today one of the top roadside attractions in the country. Approx. duration: 4 hours

      Adult Price: US$40.00

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      Day 9

      Depart Rapid City Day 9 - Depart Rapid City

      Bid farewell to your travelling companions and take a transfer to Rapid City Airport or extend your stay in Rapid City at The Rushmore Hotel.

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast

      Meals

      • Full Breakfast

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      Please see http://www.trafalgar.com:80/en-us/tours/national-parks-wonders for the latest discounts & departure information.

      The Trafalgar Difference

      • Be My Guest
        Learn about the early 20th century history of the old town of Sheridan with an exclusive dinner at PO News and Flagstaff Café

      • Cultural Insight
         A son of the Lakota and Iroquois Nations, meet Stephen Yellowhawk who is helping to keep the important traditions and history of his tribe alive through song and dance

      • Hidden Treasure
         Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

      • Local Specialist
         For included sightseeing at the Buffalo Bill Center of the West and in Deadwood

      • Join Trafalgar
        Travel Today, Sustain Tomorrow - Meet Stephen Yellowhawk and discover how he shares and promotes his tribe's history through traditional song and dance, and help support his work with Native American diabetic patients. You'll also discover why the Crazy Horse Memorial is only possible thanks to your visit, and how the foundation preserves the heritage of Native American Indians.

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        • Scenic drive through Deadwood

        • Orientation of Jackson

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        • Visit the Oregon Trail Center, the towering peaks of Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, the Buffalo Bill Center of the West in Cody, Devils Tower National Monument, the Black Hills of South Dakota

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        • Audio Headsets for flexible sightseeing

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        • Luxury air-conditioned coach with WiFi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)

        • Cherry-picked hotels all tried and trusted

        • Hand-picked Insider Experiences

        • Optional Experiences and free time

        • All porterage and local charges included

        • Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras

        • An expert Travel Director and separate Driver

        • All hotel tips, charges and local taxes

        • Airport transfers on the first and last day of your guided holiday

        • VIP entry to many sights


        Airport Transfers

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