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From Denver you will journey across the USA taking in the historic highlights of the tour, from the city lights of Salt Lake City and Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon, Mount Rushmore and the National Parks, you will discover the true American scenery. On this exciting journey, you will explore the vast national parks such as; Badlands National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Arches National Park,  Mesa Verde National Park and Zion National Park. You will visit the historic and infamous monuments such as; Mount Rushmore, Little Bighorn Battlefield, Monument Valley, the Grand Canyon and Bryce Canyon. As you journey from each thrilling destination, you will learn all about the famous escapades of the Wild West and you will also visit the Crazy Horse Memorial and Deadwood.
​Today, fly to Denver, Colorado.​
South Dakota’s Black Hills are an impressive sight and Rapid City, where we’ll head today, is nestled on the eastern foothills. En route we’ll call at Cheyenne and Fort Laramie, where chief Red Cloud signed the treaty that gave much land to the Sioux. We will arrive in Fort Hays for a Chuckwagon Supper and Cowboy Music Show.
​Mount Rushmore, with its famous granite sculptures of Presidents Roosevelt, Lincoln, Washington and Jefferson, is our destination today. We’ll begin the day with breakfast overlooking the huge carvings, which are one of the definitive monuments of the United States.
​Our journey today takes us through the Black Hills into ‘Wild West’ territory and the city of Deadwood, which was frequented many years ago by the likes of Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane.
​The historic battlefield site of Little Bighorn is where General Custer and the 7th Cavalry were outfought by Crazy Horse. You can see where the soldiers fell (markers were placed only days after the battle), and absorb all the events of that fateful day on our guided tour.​
​The world’s oldest national park, Yellowstone is a wonderland of spouting geysers, terraced hot springs, boiling pools and bubbling mud pots. You may see the extraordinary Yellowstone Canyon with its waterfall twice the height of Niagara, the Fountain Paint Pots and, of course, ‘Old Faithful’, which erupts every 93 minutes, during our visit.
Grand Teton National Park is famed for its beautiful landscapes dominated by snow-capped peaks, serene lakes and mighty glaciers. Take in the vistas before travelling on to the lively town of Jackson.​
Named after the Great Salt Lake, Salt Lake City was founded by the Mormons. You’ll have the day to explore or join our optional excursion to the lake. Once part of the prehistoric Lake Bonneville, today it covers 2,000 square miles and is saltier than the ocean.​
​It’s easy to see how Arches National Park was given its name. It’s home to the world’s greatest concentration of red sandstone arches – natural rock formations carved by the elements over millions of years. We’ll discover this and more today.​
​Mesa Verde National Park is an archaeological masterpiece famed for its cliff dwellings. Cliff Palace, the largest of these homes carved into the rock face, has more than 200 rooms, and we’ll see it today.​
Marking the point where Colorado, New Mexico, Utah and Arizona converge, the monument at Four Corners is our first stop of the day. It’s then on to Monument Valley, instantly recognisable to film-goers as the setting for many movies thanks to its spectacular and unique rock formations
​Eroded over millions of years by the ebb and flow of the Colorado River, the Grand Canyon is surely one of the world’s most intense and absorbing sights. From the South Rim, you’ll be able to admire the most incredible and spectacular panoramas, and for a bird’s-eye view, why not take an optional flight over the canyon.
​Subtle colours, delicate spires of rock and vast natural amphitheatres are all signatures of the unique geology of Bryce Canyon National Park and we’ll discover them today.
​Today is a day of exploration of the sheer cliffs, deep chasms and rock formations of Zion National Park. In complete contrast to the sheer natural beauty of Zion are the bright lights of Las Vegas, which is where we’ll head next.
​Enjoy a morning at leisure before your late afternoon flight back to the UK.​
Modern rooms feature free Wi-Fi, iPod docks and flat-screen TVs, as well as tea/coffee-making facilities. Other hotel amenities also include indoor swimming pool, hot tub and gym.
Country Inn & Suites by Carlson, Rapid City is situated in South Dakota close to local attractions such as Badlands National Park, Jewel Cave and Custer State Park. Hotel facilities include a fitness centre, indoor pool, two hot tubs and a breakfast buffet.
The Sheridan Center Best Western is located in downtown Sheridan, at the base of the Bighorn Mountain Range. Hotel facilities include a restaurant, bar/lounge, indoor swimming pool, spa and hot tub.
The Cody is located in the heart of the American West in Cody. Hotel facilities include an indoor swimming pool, hot tub and fitness room. Bedrooms have private facilities, microwave, refrigerator, hairdryer, TV and coffee/tea-maker.
The Brandin Iron Inn West Yellowstone is the perfect base from which to discover the splendour of Yellowstone National Park. It is also close to a selection of restaurants and shops. Hotel facilities include a hospitality room and lobby
The Virginian Lodge is a great place to experience the character of Jackson Hole. Conveniently situated in the town of Jackson, the Virginian is the perfect location from which to access all of the world class outdoor recreation opportunities waiting for you in Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, and the surrounding area.
The Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites is in the middle of downtown Salt Lake City. Hotel facilities include an indoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and fitness room. Bedrooms have private facilities, air-conditioning, microwave, refrigerator, coffee-maker, iron, hairdryer and TV.
The Cortez Baymont Inn & Suites in Cortez is located in scenic Southwest Colorado, offering sweeping views of the Blue Mountains.
The 3-star Canyon Plaza Hotel is situated in Tusayan, within reach of the Grand Canyon. Hotel facilities include a restaurant and a swimming pool. Bedrooms have private facilities, air-conditioning, hairdryer, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea/coffee-making facilities and a TV.
The Holiday Inn Express is situated in the centre of Kanab. Hotel facilities include a breakfast room and a swimming pool. Bedrooms have private facilities, air-conditioning, hairdryer, complimentary wi-fi, tea/coffee-making facilities and a TV.
Harrah’s Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is situated at the heart of the Las Vegas strip. With a range of different restaurants to choose from you’ll be spoilt for choice at this hotel. From a Steak house, to a Bar and Grill, and even an Oyster Bar. The hotel also has a Starbucks.
Please note, prices listed are guide prices only and are based on a solo traveller. Holiday prices are fluid and dynamic and may be changed at a moment’s notice, prior to booking, at which point they are confirmed. Please call the team free on 0800 707 6229 for more departure dates available and a quote.
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