ARRIVE IN DENVER. Welcome to Denver. Explore the "Mile High City" on your own this evening.
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DENVER-RAPID CITY. Meet your Tour Director this morning and head north to Wyoming, then continue into the Black Hills. (B)
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RAPID CITY. After an orientation tour of Rapid City, visit CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL, built in honour 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 Centre. (B)
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RAPID CITY - DEADWOOD - SHERIDAN. This morning, enjoy a drive through BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST and experience the area's colourful history with a guided tour of DEADWOOD, once a wild gold-mining town, and hear the stories of legendary Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. Afterward, visit TATANKA to learn "The Story of the Bison", and experience the richness of the Lakota people, a Plains Indian buffalo culture. Then, continue through the Black Hills to the cattle town of Sheridan at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains. (B,D)
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SHERIDAN - LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD - CODY. Journey this morning into southern Montana to visit LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD, 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, stopping at Shell Falls en route to Cody, with time for an optional float trip on the Shoshone River. (B)
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CODY - YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK. This morning, visit the BUFFALO BILL HISTORICAL CENTRE, 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 forests. Enjoy several photo stops along the way to your hotel, including world-famous Old Faithful Geyser. (B,D)
NOTE: The routing and areas visited within Yellowstone are subject to favourable weather and/or road conditions. When conditions are unfavourable, the routing may be adjusted accordingly.
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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Spend the day exploring Yellowstone. Travel along Grand Loop Road to Fountain Paint Pots to see the bubbling mud. Continue on to the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone with magnificent views of Yellowstone 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 among the steaming limestone terraces. (B)
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YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK - GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK - JACKSON. Journey south this morning 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 before ending the day in the all-Western town of Jackson. This evening, experience dinner at the Bar-T-5 CHUCK WAGON COOKOUT and Wild West show. (B,D)
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JACKSON. Full day at leisure to enjoy this spectacular playground. Perhaps choose an optional float trip along the Snake River or stroll along the downtown boardwalks and enjoy a drink at one of the swing-door saloons. (B)
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JACKSON - SALT LAKE CITY. 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 before dinner tonight at historic Temple Square. (B,D)
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SALT LAKE CITY - BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK. Today, travel through sagebrush landscape to BRYCE CANYON, a national park with a beauty all its own. Take a leisurely drive with photo stops to capture the bright red, yellow, and pink pillars called "hoodoos". The balance of the day is at leisure and your overnight is at the entrance to Bryce Canyon National Park. (B,D)
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BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK-ZION NATIONAL PARK - LAKE POWELL. Travel to ZION NATIONAL PARK with its dramatic landscape of sculptured canyons and soaring cliffs resembling temples and cathedrals. With your sightseeing tour you'll have an opportunity to experience the park up-close and personal. Then, continue into Arizona and the town of Page, nestled on the shores of Lake Powell. Appreciate its majestic beauty on an afternoon CRUISE to Glen Canyon Dam and the "tapestry" walls of Antelope Canyon. (B,D)
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LAKE POWELL - PAINTED DESERT - GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK. This morning, you may wish to join our optional flight over Monument Valley for a bird's-eye view of the red sandstone monoliths, made famous by many Western movies and TV shows. Afterward, cross the Painted Desert with its ever-changing colour scheme, and catch your first glimpse of the world-famous GRAND CANYON, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. An afternoon arrival allows plenty of free time to explore the canyon rim on your own. Be sure to take an evening stroll to savour the magnificent sunset. (B,D)
Special Feature: Your hotel tonight is located on the rim of the Grand Canyon, a rare opportunity for great views and a significant extra by travelling with Globus.
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GRAND CANYON - LAS VEGAS. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, take our optional flightseeing tour over the Grand Canyon. Then, travel on part of legendary Route 66 to Las Vegas, one of America's most famous cities. Enjoy a sightseeing tour while en route to your resort hotel, located in the heart of the "Strip" for easy access to all the mega-casinos and amusement parks. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner.(B,D)
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LAS VEGAS. Your vacation ends this morning with guests departing on independent schedules. Transfers are provided to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport. (B)
MOUNT RUSHMORE: Visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Crazy Horse Memorial
BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST: Scenic drive
DEADWOOD: Sightseeing tour; visit Tatanka
LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD: Sightseeing tour and visit museum
CODY: Visit Buffalo Bill Historical Centre
YELLOWSTONE: Sightseeing tours
JACKSON: Grand Teton National Park tour; chuck wagon cookout
SALT LAKE CITY: Sightseeing tour
BRYCE CANYON: Sightseeing tour
ZION: Sightseeing tours
LAKE POWELL: Cruise
GRAND CANYON: Sightseeing; overnight lodging on the rim
LAS VEGAS: Sightseeing tour; farewell Dinner
MEALS: American breakfasts daily (B); 8 three-course dinners (D), including a special farewell dinner in Las Vegas. Denver Extension: 1 additional breakfast (B)
Inside visits and special features are shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable
Meals Breakfast - 14 Lunch - 0 Dinner - 8
Optional Excursions
To help plan your leisure time, as well as your pre-tour budgeting, here is a list of optional excursions that may be offered on this tour.
Availability is subject to sufficient participation, weather conditions, seasonal suitability, group interests, and general feasibility for your tour. Please note prices may be based on the previous year and are subject to change. Full terms and conditions are contained in the important travel documents.
Cost
Description
37
USD
Name:SHOSHONE RIVER RAFT TRIP Location:CODY Details:On this scenic white-water float trip down the Shoshone River, your guide manoeuvres you through striking red canyons. See native wildlife and hear about the geology, mountain men, and pioneers of the area as you experience the thrill of the occasional rapid. You will be on the water for approximately 45 minutes. This river is a level 2 with occasional rapids, participants must be comfortable paddling, and it is very likely you will get wet. Note: Life jackets are provided and required. (Available Mid-May to Mid-September; subject to favourable weather & water conditions).
65
USD
Name:SNAKE RIVER FLOAT TRIP Location:JACKSON Details:Our original 10-mile Snake River Scenic Float Trips operate wholly within Grand Teton National Park. Wild nature surrounds you on these river rafting trips, floating beneath the Grand Tetons in an area untouched by human development for generations. Barker-Ewing's experienced river guides offer extensive information on Grand Teton National Park and Jackson Hole geology and park history as well as information about the animals and their habitat. There are several species in the area including eagles, osprey, deer, bear, elk, moose and beavers, although animal sightings are not guaranteed, you will have a good chance in the heart of the park. (Approximately 2.5-3 hours, available Mid May - Mid September, weather dependent).
13
USD
Name:GRAND CANYON IMAX Location:GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK Details:Fly like a condor over the rim and into the Canyon, be drenched in the power of the raging Colorado River without ever leaving your seat at the Grand Canyon National Geographic Visitor Center. And relive the history and mystery of one of the most storied natural wonders of the world. From the mysterious Anasazi who inhabited the Canyon 4,000 years ago, viewers at The National Geographic Visitor Center will travel through Grand Canyon history to join Major John Wesley Powell as he challenges the unexplored Canyon and raging Colorado River in 1869. (40 minute multimedia presentation).
163
USD
Name:RAINBOW BRIDGE 25-30-MINUTE FLIGHT Location:PAGE Details:During one of our Rainbow Bridge tours you will discover that the remote regions of northern Arizona hold one of the world's largest natural wonders. Tucked among the rugged and isolated canyons, and spanning over 83 metres (275 feet) wide and 88 metres (290 feet) high, the Rainbow Bridge is an attraction no visitor can miss. Accessibility to the Bridge is limited to hiking, by permit only, a 20 kilometre (13-mile) trail or a two-hour boat ride from Lake Powell. A place for prayer and worship in the Navajo culture, the Bridge signifies good fortune and is considered a sacred place for tribal members. Rainbow Bridge was not discovered by outsiders until 1909 by two parties who joined together in search of the towering sandstone formation. President Howard Taft declared it a national monument in 1910. (30 minutes, weather dependent).
35
USD
Name:ANTELOPE CANYON SLOT TOUR Location:PAGE Details:Come with your guide to a spectacular petrified sand dune, created by wind, water and sand, presenting a sculptured masterpiece. Nothing can describe this work of Mother Nature. Experiencing this beauty will leave you breathless. Trips are approximately one and a half hours long and you will travel in a 4-wheel drive vehicle to the Canyon entrance. From there you will walk into the Canyon, you will be at the bottom of the Canyon looking up 39 metres (130 feet) to the top. There is no hiking or climbing involved, only easy walking on the Canyon floor which is level for the most part. Your experienced Navajo guide will show you great places to take photographs as you explore this awe-inspiring wonder.
255
USD
Name:MONUMENT VALLEY 90-MINUTE FLIGHT Location:PAGE Details:You will experience everything seen on the shorter Rainbow Bridge flight, plus much, much more! This is your only chance to see Monument Valley, the site of many well-known Western movies. The rock formations you will see on this surrealistic flight are totally different from those in the Grand Canyon. (90 minutes, weather dependent)
175
USD
Name:GRAND CANYON HELICOPTER FLIGHTSEEING - NORTH CANYON TOUR Location:GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK Details:Explore impressive Dragon Corridor, the deepest and widest part of the Canyon, and one of the most remarkable panoramas of the Grand Canyon. The Tower of Ra, a 6,076-foot butte named in the 1800s after the Egyptian sun god, comes into view, as do other fanciful rock formations resembling temples and shrines. Fly in a comfortable, climate controlled helicopter with specially designed windows for optimum viewing. (30 minute flight, weather dependent).
199
USD
Name:ECO-STAR GRAND CANYON HELICOPTER FLIGHTSEEING Location:GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK Details:This experience will be a highlight of your holiday. Fly over the widest and deepest portion of the Grand Canyon. You will see the amazing views of the Dragon Corridor, Colorado River and other geologic features and formations over a billion years old. If you have ever wanted to see the Grand Canyon from a bird's eye view this is the trip for you. Fly in our first class state of the art ECO-Star helicopter with specially designed windows and seating for 180 degrees of virtually unobstructed views. This is a comfortable, climate controlled helicopter with quiet ride technology for a more comfortable Grand Canyon helicopter tour experience. Grab your camera and enjoy this spectacular journey to the Grand Canyon. (30 minute flight).
Optional Excursions
