Overview
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Mount Rushmore offers the astounding monument of four U.S. Presidents as well as spectacular scenery and wildlife, including Rocky Mountain goat, mule deer, and bison. Also visit Crazy Horse Memorial, built in honor of the Lakota Chief, and Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, commemorating the famous battle where Custer was defeated by the Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors. Drive through Black Hills National Forest with its timbered mountains, rugged rock formations, canyons, grasslands, streams, and lakes.
On this National Parks tour, Globus has included some out-of-the-ordinary experiences. Globus has also arranged a chuck wagon cookout and Wild West show in Jackson. All of this and more—including time in Jackson—await you on this marvelous vacation through some of the West’s national parks.
Highlights
Orientation
BLACK HILLS Visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Crazy Horse Memorial; scenic drive through Black Hills National Forest
DEADWOOD Sightseeing with a Local Guide
LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD Sightseeing; visit the museum
CODY Visit Buffalo Bill Center of the West
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Stay inside the park; sightseeing
GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK Sightseeing; enjoy a LF huckleberry shake
JACKSON LF Chuckwagon cookout
SALT LAKE CITY Sightseeing; farewell dinner
2020 Tour itinerary
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.
Total meals included:
- 9 breakfasts, 4 dinners
RAPID CITY
Day1
Welcome to the heart of America! At 6 pm, join your travel companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure.
RAPID CITY. EXCURSION TO CRAZY HORSE & MOUNT RUSHMORE
Day2
After an orientation tour of Rapid City, visit CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL, built in honor of the fearless Sioux Indian chief whose fame is derived from the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Afterward, explore MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL, which features the monumental likenesses of four U.S. presidents—Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt—carved on the face of a mountain. Maybe stroll along the Presidential Trail for more intimate views, or visit the Information Center.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
RAPID CITY–DEADWOOD–SHERIDAN.
Day3
This morning, enjoy a drive through BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST and experience the area’s colorful history on a guided tour of DEADWOOD, once a wild gold-mining town, and hear the stories of legendary Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. Then, continue through the Black Hills to the cattle town of Sheridan at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains. Tonight, enjoy a dinner at a local restaurant featuring true Rocky Mountain hospitality.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SHERIDAN–LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD NATIONAL MONUMENT–CODY
Day4
Journey this morning into southern Montana to visit LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD NATIONAL MONUMENT, the site commemorating one of America’s most famous battles. Tour the battlegrounds where Custer was defeated by approximately 7,000 Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors, and visit the museum. Afterward, continue your scenic drive through the Bighorn Mountains, arriving in Buffalo Bill’s Cody, with time for an optional float trip on the Shoshone River.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
CODY–YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Day5
This morning, visit the BUFFALO BILL CENTER OF THE WEST, a fine museum of historic weapons and Western art. Then, continue through Shoshone National Forest to YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, established in 1872 as the world’s first national park, where wild animals roam freely in vast meadows and forest. Enjoy several photo stops along the way to your hotel, including world-famous Old Faithful Geyser.
SPECIAL FEATURE: Enjoy two nights inside Yellowstone National Park. Each lodge has its own unique setting and atmosphere. Lodges featured are the Old Faithful Inn, Lake Yellowstone Hotel, Old Faithful Snow Lodge, Grant Village, and the Canyon Lodge. Specific lodges will be confirmed in your documents.
NOTE:
The routing and areas visited within Yellowstone are subject to favorable weather and/or road conditions. When conditions are unfavorable, routing may be adjusted accordingly.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Day6
Spend the day exploring Yellowstone. Travel along Grand Loop Road to Fountain Paint Pot to see the bubbling mud. Continue on to the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone for magnificent views of the Canyon and the spectacular Lower Falls—almost twice as high as Niagara Falls! Next, stop at Mammoth Hot Springs and take a short trail walk through steaming limestone terraces.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK–GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK–JACKSON
Day7
Journey south into breathtaking GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK. Visit beautiful glacier-fed Jenny Lake at the foot of the rugged spires for a delightful walk along the shore. Enjoy a delicious freshly made LF HUCKLEBERRY SHAKE while enjoying your beautiful surroundings. Continue to the all-Western town of Jackson. This evening, travel by horse-drawn covered wagon into Cache Creek Canyon and experience dinner at the LF BAR T-5 CHUCKWAGON COOKOUT and Wild West show. Feast on slow-cooked chicken made in traditional Dutch ovens, along with other local specialties.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
JACKSON
Day8
Spend a full free day to enjoy this spectacular playground. Perhaps choose an optional float trip along the Snake River, stroll along the downtown boardwalks to enjoy a drink at one of the local saloons, or enjoy your luxury creekside resort offering a 7-acre Nature Preserve with a wetland walk for bird-watching.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
JACKSON–SALT LAKE CITY
Day9
Today’s journey continues alongside some of Wyoming’s most beautiful mountain ranges into Utah, home to five national parks. Arrive in Salt Lake City, founded by Brigham Young in 1847. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the capital city and its historic monuments. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
SALT LAKE CITY
Day10
Your tour ends this morning with guests departing on independent schedules.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Things to note
- Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of the West on our special Fall Foliage departures: September 10–27 (if Mother Nature permits).
- This vacation visits national parks and other remote locations where facilities may not be up to the first-class standard you expect from Globus. Some lodges within the parks do not have air-conditioning, televisions, and other amenities you would expect from most Globus 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.
The Rushmore Hotel
First-Class
The Rushmore Hotel Rapid City is a great place to rest after spending a busy day in Rapid City exploring everything the city offers. The Rushmore Hotel is an eco-friendly hotel representing sustainability in South Dakota. The rooms have a fun decor showcasing the beauty and flavor of South Dakota.
Location
445 Mt. Rushmore Road, Rapid City, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Fitness Room
- ATM
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
- Business Center
- Bar/Lounge
- Parking/Valet
- Concierge desk
Room Facilities
- Alarm Clock
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Coffee Maker
- Desk
- Television
- Internet Access
- Air Conditioning
- Climate Control
- Wake-Up Calls
- Window Opens
- Hair Dryer
- Daily Housekeeping
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Cable/Satellite
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
- Voicemail
Best Western Sheridan Center
Moderate First-Class
The hotel is located at the base of the astonishing Big Horn Mountain Range in historic downtown Sheridan. It is convenient to many local area attractions as well as shopping and dining. The hotel has a restaurant, lounge, indoor pool, hot tub, guest laundry, business center, and high-speed Internet access.
Location
612 N. Main Street, Sheridan, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Ice Machine
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Elevator
- Laundry Available
- Business Center
- Pool
Room Facilities
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Window Opens
- Room Service
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Desk
- Climate Control
- Coffee Maker
- Pay Movies
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Daily Housekeeping
- Alarm Clock
- Smoking Rooms
- Television
- Air Conditioning
- Phone
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Voicemail
Holiday Inn Buffalo Bill Village - Cody
First-Class
Located downtown, the Holiday Inn Cody is minutes away from local shops, restaurants, and attractions. Amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a gift shop, and 189 guestrooms.
Location
1701 Sheridan Avenue, Cody, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Ice Machine
- ATM
- Concierge desk
- Pool
- Gift Shop
- Laundry Available
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Hair Dryer
- Internet Access
- Voicemail
- Room Service
- Climate Control
- Pay Movies
- Wake-Up Calls
- Cable/Satellite
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Alarm Clock
- Daily Housekeeping
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Phone
Canyon Lodge - Yellowstone National Park
National Park
Canyon Lodge and Cabins is a sprawling facility, featuring the most accommodations in Yellowstone with more than 500 rooms and cabins. Canyon Lodge is part of a collection of lodges operated by the National Parks; space fills up quickly at these lodges and is therefore based on availability. We will endeavor to secure your lodge of choice, however in the event space is not available an alternate lodge of similar category will be secured. Please note that all park accommodations are non-smoking and reflecting the natural surroundings of the park, rooms are not equipped with televisions, radios, air conditioning or Wi-Fi.
Location
C/O Tw Recreational Services, Yellowstone National Park, United States
Hotel Facilities
- ATM
- Gift Shop
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
Room Facilities
- Daily Housekeeping
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Window Opens
- Clock Radio
- Desk
Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel - Yellowstone National Park
National Park
On the historic site of Fort Yellowstone, this traditional hotel is nestled in the trees alongside the mountains. The features of this hotel include high ceilings, pine wood accents, and 211 cozy guestrooms. Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel is part of a collection of lodges operated by the National Parks; space fills up quickly at these lodges and is therefore based on availability. In the event that space is not available at this hotel, an alternate lodge of similar category will be secured.
Location
Mammoth Hot Springs Village, Yellowstone National Park, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Gift Shop
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- ATM
- Currency Exchange
- Bar/Lounge
Room Facilities
- Phone
- Desk
- Climate Control
- Daily Housekeeping
Grant Village - Yellowstone National Park
National Park
Located inside Yellowstone National Park, this rustic-style lodge name after President Grant, and is within walking distance to a variety of natural wonders and activities. Grant Village is part of a collection of lodges operated by the National Parks; space fills up quickly at these lodges and is therefore based on availability. In the event that space is not available at this hotel, an alternate lodge of similar category will be secured.
Location
1 Grand Loop Road, Yellowstone National Park, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Ice Machine
- Currency Exchange
- Bar/Lounge
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Gift Shop
- ATM
- Elevator
Room Facilities
- Desk
- Wake-Up Calls
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Alarm Clock
- Daily Housekeeping
- Phone
Old Faithful Snow Lodge - Yellowstone National Park
National Park
Completed in 1999, the Snow Lodge is the newest of the park's full service hotels. The Snow Lodge is part of a collection of lodges operated by the National Parks; space fills up quickly at these lodges and is therefore based on availability. We will endeavor to secure your lodge of choice, however in the even space is not available an alternate lodge of similar category will be secured.
Location
Old Faithful, Yellowstone National Park, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Concierge desk
- Restaurant On-Site
Room Facilities
- Phone
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Hair Dryer
- Coffee Maker
Old Faithful Inn - Yellowstone National Park
National Park
The most popular of the lodges, Old Faithful Inn is a national historic landmark. This rustic style lodge, was first built in 1904 and offers rustic charm, complete with a large lobby fireplace and shingled exterior. The lodge offer a full service restaurant, cafeteria, deli, and lounge for dining as well as a gift store and an activities desk. Old Faithful Inn is part of a collection of lodges operated by the National Parks; space fills up quickly at these lodges and is therefore based on availability. In the event that space is not available at this hotel, an alternate lodge of similar category will be secured.
Location
Old Faithful, Yellowstone National Park, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Currency Exchange
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Gift Shop
- Restaurant On-Site
- ATM
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
- Ice Machine
- Parking/Valet
Room Facilities
- Alarm Clock
- Window Opens
- Daily Housekeeping
- Wake-Up Calls
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Smoking Rooms
- Desk
Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole Creekside
First-Class
The Rustic Inn Creekside Resort & Spa welcomes guests with warm Western hospitality. Outdoor enthusiasts and hedonists alike indulge in the lavishly appointed historic lodging accommodations and luxury log cabins.
Location
475 North Cache Street, Jackson, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Restaurant On-Site
- Pool
- Fitness Room
- Bar/Lounge
- Parking/Valet
- Concierge desk
- Business Center
Room Facilities
- Cable/Satellite
- Phone
- Hair Dryer
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Air Conditioning
- Television
- Room Service
- Climate Control
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Wake-Up Calls
- Internet Access
- Complimentary Toiletries
- Daily Housekeeping
- Voicemail
Radisson Hotel Downtown Salt Lake City
First-Class
The Radisson is located in downtown Salt Lake City near ample shopping, dining, and attractions. The hotel has concierge service, indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, guest laundry, gift shop, business center, restaurant, lounge, and room service.
Location
215 West South Temple, Salt Lake City, United States
Hotel Facilities
- Business Center
- Laundry Available
- Ice Machine
- ATM
- Elevator
- Bar/Lounge
- Gift Shop
- Luggage Storage
- Fitness Room
- Parking/Valet
- Concierge desk
- Restaurant On-Site
- Pool
Room Facilities
- Climate Control
- Hair Dryer
- Daily Housekeeping
- Air Conditioning
- Wake-Up Calls
- Voicemail
- Coffee Maker
- Pay Movies
- Internet Access
- Alarm Clock
- Window Opens
- Cable/Satellite
- Television
- Phone
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Room Service
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Complimentary Toiletries
