America's National Parks with Denver
America's National Parks with Denver
America's National Parks with Denver
11 Days Starting in Denver, United States and ending in Salt Lake City, United States
Visiting: Denver, Rapid City, Sheridan, Cody, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson, Salt Lake City
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Tour code:
ANQ-2025
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through America's National Parks with Denver as your starting point. This tour offers a perfect blend of nature, history, and adventure, beginning with free time in the vibrant Mile-High City. Traverse the scenic Black Hills to Rapid City, visit iconic landmarks like Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore, and delve into the rich history of Deadwood. Explore the awe-inspiring landscapes of Yellowstone National Park, including Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and continue through the majestic Grand Teton National Park. Conclude your adventure with a sightseeing tour of Salt Lake City and a special farewell dinner. Enjoy comfortable accommodations, daily breakfasts, and guided tours throughout this captivating experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Denver,Colorado
Location: Denver
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: hotel
Enjoy free time in the Mile-High City this evening.
Day 2: Denver,Rapid City,South Dakota
Location: Rapid City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Rushmore Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Meet your Tour Director this morning and enjoy a scenic drive through the Black Hills to Rapid City. At 6 pm, join your Tour Director and fellow travel companions for a welcome drink.
Day 3: Rapid City. Excursion To Crazy Horse & Mount Rushmore Memorials
Location: Rapid City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Rushmore Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After an orientation tour of Rapid City, visit Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore National Memorial.
Day 4: Rapid City,Deadwood,Sheridan
Location: Sheridan
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Sheridan Center
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning, enjoy a scenic drive through Black Hills National Forest and experience the area’s fascinating history on a guided tour of Deadwood. Then, continue through the Black Hills to the cattle town of Sheridan at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local family-run restaurant featuring true Rocky Mountain hospitality.
Day 5: Sheridan,Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument,Cody,Wyoming
Location: Cody
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Holiday Inn Buffalo Bill Village - Cody
Meals Included: Breakfast
Journey this morning into southern Montana to visit Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. Continue your scenic drive through the Bighorn Mountains, arriving in Cody – named for its native son, Buffalo Bill Cody.
Day 6: Cody,Yellowstone National Park
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Yellowstone National Park Lodges
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning, visit the Buffalo Bill Center of The West, a comprehensive 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.
Day 7: Yellowstone National Park
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Yellowstone National Park Lodges
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Spend the day exploring Yellowstone. Travel along Grand Loop Road to Fountain Paint Pot to see the bubbling mud. See the world-famous Old Faithful Geyser and 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.
Day 8: Yellowstone National Park,Grand Teton National Park,Jackson
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole Creekside
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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 freshly made [LF] huckleberry ice cream while enjoying your beautiful surroundings. Continue to the all-Western town of Jackson. This evening, enjoy an experience dinner at [LF] Bar T-5 Chuckwagon Cookout and Wild West show.
Day 9: Jackson
Location: Jackson
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole Creekside
Meals Included: Breakfast
Spend a full free day to explore this spectacular Rocky Mountain town beneath the Grand Tetons.
Day 10: Jackson,Salt Lake City,Utah
Location: Salt Lake City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Radisson Hotel Downtown Salt Lake City
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today’s journey continues alongside some of Wyoming’s most beautiful mountain ranges into Utah. Arrive in Salt Lake City and 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.
Day 11: Salt Lake City
Location: Salt Lake City
Accommodation Name: Radisson Hotel Downtown Salt Lake City
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Want to explore more of Salt Lake City on your own? Extra nights are available for purchase.
What's Included
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Accommodation
Stay at The Rushmore Hotel in Rapid City, Best Western Sheridan Center in Sheridan, Holiday Inn Buffalo Bill Village in Cody, Yellowstone National Park Lodges, Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole Creekside in Jackson, and Radisson Hotel Downtown Salt Lake City.
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Meals
Breakfast is provided daily, along with 4 dinners.
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Guided Tours
Guided tour of Deadwood and scenic drive through Black Hills National Forest.
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National Park Visits
Explore Yellowstone National Park, including Old Faithful Geyser and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and journey through Grand Teton National Park.
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Sightseeing
Sightseeing tour of Salt Lake City and its historic monuments.
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Welcome Drink
Join your Tour Director and fellow travel companions for a welcome drink on Day 2.
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Special Farewell Dinner
Enjoy a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Salt Lake City.
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Transportation
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Black Hills to Rapid City, travel through the Bighorn Mountains, and journey through Grand Teton National Park. Transportation includes guided tours and scenic drives.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and other items not explicitly mentioned as included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and should be purchased separately.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Gratuities
Gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
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Airfare
International and domestic airfare to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.
Meals
Breakfast daily, 4 dinners
Notes
This vacation visits national parks and other remote locations where some facilities may not meet the first-class standard you expect from Globus. Some lodges within the parks do not feature televisions and other routinely expected amenities. Routes and areas visited in Yellowstone National Park are subject to favorable weather conditions. Enjoy spectacular fall colors on our Fall Foliage departures: September 2-28 (Mother Nature permitting).
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
Yellowstone National Park
Mode of Transport
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Black Hills to Rapid City, travel through the Bighorn Mountains, and journey through Grand Teton National Park. Transportation includes guided tours and scenic drives.
Accommodation
Denver:Embassy Suites Denver DowntownRapid City:The Rushmore HotelSheridan:Best Western Sheridan CenterCody:Holiday Inn Buffalo Bill Village - CodyYellowstone National Park:Yellowstone National Park LodgesJackson:Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole CreeksideSalt Lake City:Radisson Hotel Downtown Salt Lake City
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes guided tours and scenic drives through various locations such as the Black Hills, Bighorn Mountains, and Grand Teton National Park.
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What type of accommodations can I expect on this tour?
You will stay at a variety of hotels including The Rushmore Hotel in Rapid City, Best Western Sheridan Center in Sheridan, Holiday Inn Buffalo Bill Village in Cody, Yellowstone National Park Lodges, Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole Creekside in Jackson, and Radisson Hotel Downtown Salt Lake City.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, breakfast is provided daily along with 4 dinners.
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What kind of guided tours are included?
The tour includes a guided tour of Deadwood and a scenic drive through Black Hills National Forest.
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Will we visit any national parks during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes visits to Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park.
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Is there a welcome event at the beginning of the tour?
Yes, there is a welcome drink with your Tour Director and fellow travel companions on Day 2.
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Is there a special event at the end of the tour?
Yes, there is a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant in Salt Lake City on the last evening of the tour.
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Are there any optional activities or excursions not included in the tour package?
Yes, optional activities and excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included in the tour package.
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What personal expenses are not covered by the tour?
Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, and other items not explicitly mentioned as included are not covered.
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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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Are gratuities included in the tour package?
No, gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff are not included.
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Is airfare included in the tour package?
No, international and domestic airfare to and from the starting and ending points of the tour are not included.
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What should I know about the facilities in the national parks visited during the tour?
Some lodges within the parks do not have televisions and other amenities you would expect from most hotels. Routes and areas visited in Yellowstone are subject to weather and/or road conditions.
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Are there any special departures for fall foliage?
Yes, there are special fall foliage departures from September 2-28, subject to the conditions provided by Mother Nature.
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What is a Small-Group Discovery tour?
A Small-Group Discovery tour is limited to an average of just 24 guests per departure, offering extra space between travelers while still providing up-close experiences. It includes all the features of a traditional Globus escorted tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides.
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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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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of globus charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.