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Small Group Discovery
Cosmos 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 Cosmos 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.
Highlights
Scenic drive; visit Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore National Memorial
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Sightseeing
JACKSONGrand Teton National Park sightseeing; glacier-fed Jenny Lake
SALT LAKE CITY
Sightseeing
2021 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 5 breakfasts
DENVER AREA.
Day1
Welcome to Denver, the “Mile High City,” capital of Colorado and gateway to the Rocky Mountains. This evening is free to explore on your own.
DENVER AREA–CHEYENNE–BLACK HILLS–RAPID CITY
Day2
Depart Denver and travel north to Cheyenne, capital of Wyoming. Then, on through the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota, immortalized in a famous song from the musical Calamity Jane, to the historic frontier town of Custer. Overnight in Rapid City.
RAPID CITY–CRAZY HORSE–MOUNT RUSHMORE–DEADWOOD
Day3
Visit Crazy Horse Memorial, a monument carved out of a mountain that pays respect to the great Native American hero, Chief Crazy Horse. Drive deep into the Black Hills, through what was Sioux Indian territory, to see the stunning granite faces of Mount Rushmore, a giant monument to four great American presidents: Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt. On to Deadwood, a lawless frontier town during the 1876 Gold Rush, where Jack McCall murdered Wild Bill Hickok during a poker game. Overnight here, and discover Deadwood’s Wild West ways as you walk in the footsteps of legends like Calamity Jane and Seth Bullock.
Meals included:
- Continental Breakfast
DEADWOOD–CODY
Day4
This morning, head through high country, where open-range cattle kings made war on the homesteaders in the 1890s. Drive past Sheridan and then ascend into the alpine region of the Bighorn Mountains, and site of the Battle of Tongue River. Overnight in Buffalo Bill’s frontier town of Cody.
Meals included:
- Continental Breakfast
CODY–YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK–WEST YELLOWSTONE
Day5
Proceed through Shoshone National Forest to Yellowstone National Park. Travel along Grand Loop Road to Artist Point for views of the Lower Falls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. Overnight in West Yellowstone.
NOTES:
Routing and areas visited in Yellowstone National Park are always subject to favorable weather, gate access, and road conditions; therefore, routings may be adjusted.
WEST YELLOWSTONE. DAY EXCURSION TO YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Day6
Today, explore more of America’s first national park by returning to visit the geyser basins with bubbling mud paint pots and the reliable “blow” of Old Faithful. In addition to superb mountain scenery, the park is one of the world’s principal wildlife preserves and a photographer’s paradise.
Meals included:
- Continental Breakfast
WEST YELLOWSTONE–GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK–JACKSON
Day7
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 the Wild West town of Jackson. This evening, join an optional barbecue cookout and Wild West show. Travel by horse-drawn covered wagon into Cache Creek Canyon and experience dinner and entertainment before returning to Jackson.
Meals included:
- Continental Breakfast
JACKSON
Day8
Time to relax in Jackson or maybe join a scenic trip down the Snake River. Enjoy an 8-mile float trip that passes nesting areas of bald eagles, ospreys and a plethora of other bird species and wildlife. The afternoon is free to explore the historic downtown area of Jackson.
JACKSON–SALT LAKE CITY
Day9
Today, travel to Salt Lake City, Utah’s vibrant capital. 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 offers a glimpse of Temple Square, the Capitol Building, and the beautiful downtown area.
SALT LAKE CITY
Day10
Your vacation ends this morning.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
This vacation visits national parks and other remote locations where facilities may not be up to the standard you expect from Cosmos. Some lodges within the parks do not have air-conditioning, televisions, and other amenities you would expect from most Cosmos hotels.Maximum elevation on tour: 9,033 ft.
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
DoubleTree by Hilton Denver Cherry Creek
First-Class
Holiday Inn Denver-Cherry Creek is just minutes away from all of Denver's major attractions, landmarks, outdoor activities, world class shopping, museums, and events. Travelers can enjoy our newly renovated guest rooms that are spaciously appointed and include modern amenities, plush furnishings, rich color schemes and stylish architectural features that reflect the lifestyle of historic Denver while offering sweeping skyline views and inspiring vistas of the Colorado Rocky Mountains.
Location
455 S. Colorado Blvd, Denver, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Free WiFi
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Fitness Room
- ATM
- Parking/Valet
- Pool
- Restaurant On-Site
Room Facilities
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Room Service
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Television
- Air Conditioning
- Coffee Maker
Howard Johnson Rapid City
Superior Tourist-Class
Located within walking distance from bustling downtown Rapid City with great shopping, restaurants, and entertainment, the Howard Johnson Rapid City features complimentary Wi-Fi, fitness room, indoor pool, and hot tub.
Location
950 North St, Rapid City, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Hot Tub
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
- ATM
- Free WiFi
- Fitness Room
- Ice Machine
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- Pool
Room Facilities
- In-Room Safe
- Phone
- Hair Dryer
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Desk
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Cable/Satellite
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
Deadwood Gulch Gaming Resort
Superior Tourist-Class
The natural beauty of the Black Hills and the comfort of an Award Winning Hotel await you here at Deadwood Gulch Gaming Resort.
Location
304 Cliff St., Deadwood, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Business Center
- Gift Shop
- Hot Tub
- Free WiFi
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
Room Facilities
- Internet Access
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Phone
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Pay Movies
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Coffee Maker
- Smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Television
Buffalo Bill Village
Superior Tourist-Class
Located in downtown Cody at the historic Buffalo Bill Village, this hotel features 83 log cabins with a cowboy allure. The amenities include an outdoor pool, an on-site restaurant, and nearby shops.
Location
1701 Sheridan Avenue, Cody, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- ATM
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Bar/Lounge
- Gift Shop
- Concierge desk
- Pool
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Desk
- Alarm Clock
- Climate Control
- Voicemail
- Internet Access
- Television
- Phone
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Daily Housekeeping
- Cable/Satellite
Brandin Iron Inn
Tourist Class
The hotel is located just two blocks from Yellowstone National Park and within walking distance to shops and restaurants. It has a hot tub, guest laundry and excursion desk and features a restaurant, lounge, room service, fitness center, and Internet access.
Location
201 Canyon Street, West Yellowstone, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Laundry Available
- Ice Machine
- Elevator
- Parking/Valet
- ATM
Room Facilities
- Smoking Rooms
- Daily Housekeeping
- Desk
- Cable/Satellite
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Alarm Clock
- Wake-Up Calls
- Television
Mountain Modern Motel
Superior Tourist-Class
The Painted Buffalo Inn stands out among Jackson for its first class service and ideal location. The hotel has an indoor pool, sauna, restaurant, and gift shop. Accommodations are spacious and relaxing and feature cable TV, a coffeemaker and Internet access.
Location
400 W Broadway, Jackson, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Pool
- Elevator
- Luggage Storage
- Business Center
- ATM
- Concierge desk
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Beauty Salon
- Ice Machine
Room Facilities
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Pay Movies
- Window Opens
- Air Conditioning
- Daily Housekeeping
- Internet Access
- Phone
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Alarm Clock
- Coffee Maker
- Wake-Up Calls
- Climate Control
- Smoking Rooms
- Desk
Crystal Inn & Suites
Moderate First-Class
Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites is conveniently located in downtown Salt Lake City, just one mile from Historic Temple Square and near a variety of restaurants and nightlife. Enjoy the unlimited shopping at the new City Creek Center, the Gateway and Trolley Square mall. The hotel has large rooms with microwaves and refrigerators in addition to standard amenities. Enjoy high speed internet access and breakfast daily.
Location
230 W. 500 S. , Salt Lake City, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Fitness Room
- Gift Shop
- Luggage Storage
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Hot Tub
- ATM
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Laundry Available
- Pool
Room Facilities
- Climate Control
- Television
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Hair Dryer
- Phone
- Voicemail
- Alarm Clock
- Coffee Maker
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite
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