Wild West Cowboys and Buffalos End Denver
Wild West Cowboys and Buffalos End Denver
Wild West Cowboys and Buffalos End Denver
9 Days Starting in Salt Lake City (UT) and ending in Denver (CO)
Visiting: Salt Lake City, Blackfoot, Idaho, Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Cody, Rapid City, Badlands National Park, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Denver
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of the American West on the "Wild West Cowboys and Buffalos End Denver" tour. This adventure begins in the vibrant city of Salt Lake City and concludes in the picturesque Denver, Colorado. Along the way, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Native American culture with a visit to a Lakota Tribe member, explore the vast landscapes of the Badlands National Park, and marvel at the natural wonders of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. Delve into history at the Oglala Lakota Living History Museum and the Idaho Potato Museum, and stand in awe before the monumental Crazy Horse Memorial and the iconic Mount Rushmore. With luxury air-conditioned coach travel, cherry-picked hotels, and an expert Travel Director, this tour promises an unforgettable exploration of the USA's wild and storied past.
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Itinerary
Day 1: Start Your Travels In Salt Lake City
Location: Salt Lake City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: The Little America Hotel Salt Lake City
Meals Included: Kickoff Party
Saddle up for a Wild West family adventure starting with a relaxing afternoon together in Salt Lake City before meeting your travel companions for a rootin’ tootin’ evening Kick-off Party with your Travel Director.
Day 2: Idaho Potato Museum And Scavenger Hunt
Location: Blackfoot, Idaho
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Modern Mountain Motel, Jackson
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Put on your cowboy hats, pull up your boots and get ready to make memories that will last a lifetime. Experience the rich history and culture of the world’s most humble vegetable – the potato! Visitors to the Idaho Potato Museum will learn about the many facets of the potato industry from planting and irrigation to harvesting and processing. There’s no place better to showcase potatoes than in “The Potato Capital of the World,” Blackfoot, Idaho! Followed by a potato-themed lunch including potato ice cream! Then its off to to Jackson Hole, walk through the town's famous landmark arch of tangled elk antlers and step back in time as you explore the Town Square with its Western boardwalks, craft boutiques and ice cream shops-all surrounded by the majestic Rockies.
Day 3 : Visit Grand Teton National Park
Location: Grand Teton National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: National Park Lodges Yellowstone
Meals Included: Breakfast
Family fun awaits every day of this trip and today is no exception. If the season is right, today is your chance to get out on the water for some adventures. Rise early to float down the Snake River on an optional, scenic wilderness float trip. It’s the most relaxing way to experience the river as you learn about its history, geology, and wildlife from an expert guide. Later, discover dramatic shimmering peaks of the Teton Range rising above alpine forests and lakes in the iconic Grand Teton National Park. Travel onward to your hotel for the night.
Day 4: Yellowstone Sightseeing
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: National Park Lodges Yellowstone
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today you’ll enjoy a full day’s exploration of the geothermal wonderland of Yellowstone. You’ll join your Travel Director, marvelling at Old Faithful, the thousand-year old geyser which has been shooting up water every 90 minutes for centuries. We aim to explore as much of the park’s geological wonders, stopping at Lake Yellowstone, which contains the largest number of wild cutthroat trout in North America. see the wonders of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone whose colours and shapes are a sight to behold. We’ll also view Artists Point, a view point from which you watch in awe as water cascades down the Lower Falls. Our last stop on our Yellowstone exploration is the Mud Volcano home to Dragon Mouth's Spring. After a full day of sightseeing, enjoy a three course dinner at your hotel.
Day 5: Immerse Into The Culture Of The Old West
Location: Cody
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Sheridan Center
Meals Included: Breakfast
You’ll get a glimpse into “Spirit of the West” at the Buffalo Bill Center for the West museum complex. As you wander through this huge set of exhibits you’ll feel like you’ve been transported back to a time of cowboys and cowgirls, lawmen and brave Native American warriors. The complex includes the Buffalo Bill Museum, Plains Indians Museum, Whitney Western Art Museum, Drapter and Natural History Museum. The museum was founded in 1917 and today holds over 50,000 artifacts. The Museum has been part of the Smithsonian Affiliate Membership Program for the past 15 years.
Day 6: Venture Into Rapid City
Location: Rapid City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
We continue our discovery of the Wild West heading through the "Energy Capital of the US," Gillette, WY. Then, we travel to South Dakota to spend the afternoon getting familiar with a famed Lakota warrior at Crazy Horse Memorial. You’ll gaze in awe of this colossal carved tribute to Crazy Horse, which you’ll learn is the largest mountain carving in the world.
Day 7 : Explore Badlands National Park
Location: Badlands National Park
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, participate in a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with a visit to the Oglala Lakota Living History Village, introducing you to the beautiful landscape of the past and present Lakota culture, and of indigenous knowledge of Pine Ridge Reservation. Your visit contributes to the sustainability and resiliency of the Lakota community. Walk with a local guide on the trails through displays of living quarters used through the 19th and 20th centuries. Meet local artists who, through crafts and storytelling, provide insight into their cultures and traditions. Later, visit the Ben Reifel Visitor Center, the perfect place to prepare for your visit of Badlands National Park. Learn about the local earth science, wildlife and history as you explore museum exhibits, visit a working Fossil Preparation Lab or learn about Indigenous communities who one inhabited the land.
Day 8: Encounter The Traditions Of Black Hills Make Travel Matter
Location: Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today, head for the famous Black Hills of South Dakota to view the giant faces of former American presidents etched in the stone cliffs of Mount Rushmore. This evening, join your fellow adventurers at a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience and Farewell Dinner featuring your guide Stephen Yellowhawk (or another tribe member).
Day 9: Depart Denver
Location: Denver
Meals Included: Breakfast
Travel to Denver, where you can extend your stay or make your way to Denver International Airport for your flight home, you will arrive at the airport at approximately 4:30pm.
What's Included
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An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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All porterage and restaurant gratuities
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All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
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Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
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Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
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Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
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All transport and transfers shown
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Optional Experiences and free time
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Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
What's Not Included
Mode of Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
Check out our Q&As
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Trafalgar requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of trafalgar 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.
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