Spectacular Canyons and National Parks End Denver
Spectacular Canyons and National Parks End Denver
Spectacular Canyons and National Parks End Denver
13 Days Starting in Las Vegas, NV, USA and ending in Denver, CO, USA
Visiting: Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Flagstaff, Monument Valley, Page, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Salt Lake City, Alpine, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson, Yellowstone National Park, West Yellowstone, Cody, Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, Buffalo, Crazy Horse, Keystone, Mount Rushmore, Rapid City, Denver
Tour operator:
Tour code:
SCNPDZN20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
15 - 52
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Activities:
From:
$3175
$2623 (USD)
Operator discount: -$552
-17%
NB: Prices correct on 19-May-2024 but subject to change.
Tour Overview
If it's spectacular sights you're after, this trip delivers and then some. Visiting the mighty Grand Canyon, the Hollywood backdrops of Monument Valley, the twisted hoodoos of Bryce Canyon and the steaming, unpredictable geysers of Yellowstone, expect incredible icons and local insights in equal measure as you journey from Sin City to the fabled, granite chiselled faces of Mount Rushmore.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino
Meals Included: No Meals
Home to dazzling casinos, glitzy wedding chapels and incredible dining experiences, there’s no better way to kick off your US national parks value tour than in Sin City! Meet up with your Travel Director for a glimpse of what’s to come, then, get right into the bright lights and fun-filled streets however you choose, with a walk through Downtown, head to 'The Strip'...or both! Vegas is your ultimate playground.
Day 2 : Las Vegas – Grand Canyon National Park – Flagstaff
Location: Las Vegas, Grand Canyon, Flagstaff
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Best Western Pony Soldier Inn & Suites
Meals Included: No Meals
Whether you’re a lover of great scenery or classic roadside attractions, iconic Route 66 has got you covered. Today’s destination? The Grand Canyon, one of the world's seven natural wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take in all the epic vistas of this 2-billion-year-old marvel of nature. Want to make your visit extra special? Why not treat yourself to a once in a lifetime helicopter ride over the North and South Rim? Awestruck, you'll then visit the Grand Canyon Village before arriving in Flagstaff, a laid-back outpost on Route 66.
Day 3 : Flagstaff – Monument Valley – Page
Location: Flagstaff, Monument Valley, Page
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Super 8 by Wyndham, Page
Meals Included: Breakfast, Iconic
How to kick off a day of adventure on your US national parks value tour? With an iconic breakfast at Charly's Pub & Grill located in one of the oldest hotels in Flagstaff. Next up: Monument Valley, a symbol of the wild west with its rusty red spindles and buttes reaching 36 meters into the air. Dive into the local history and geology teaming up with a local Navajo guide for a Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park Guided Tour, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Day 4 : Page – Zion National Park – Bryce Canyon
Location: Page, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park
Accommodation: Lodge
Accommodation Name: Bryce View Lodge, Bryce Canyon City
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Ahhh, Zion. Famous for its red and white cliffs, canyons and wildflower meadows, buttes, mesas and natural arches. Walk the many hiking trails, take in the sights of the Virgin River and have your camera ready to capture the unique geological formations. Enjoy lunch at Zion Park Lodge before heading out to Bryce Canyon. Choose to join a chuckwagon dinner at Ebenezer's dinner and show or rest up anticipating adventures in this stunning national park tomorrow.
Day 5 : Bryce Canyon National Park – Salt Lake City
Location: Bryce Canyon National Park, Salt Lake City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tru by Hilton Salt Lake City Midvale
Meals Included: Breakfast
Multicoloured 'hoodoos' and large amphitheatres, this can only be Bryce Canyon National Park. Stand in awe at the open areas whipped into shape by centuries of wind and rain. Walk along one of the juniper lined trails to the rim of the Paunsaugunt Plateau. From colorful scenery to colorful cities, Salt Lake City is your next stop on your US national parks value tour. With an evening full of possibilities, why not head to the downtown area for a stop in one of its tempting restaurants, coffeehouses and laidback bars?
Day 6 : Salt Lake City - Alpine
Location: Salt Lake City, Alpine
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: The Flying Saddle Resort, Alpine
Meals Included: Breakfast
This morning in Utah's small town feeling capital city, drive by Temple Square, the city's most famous sight. Hey, Wyoming! Where snow-covered mountain ranges seem to rise and fall before your eyes. Arrive in the city of Alpine where three rivers converge against the backdrop of the Tetons. Settle into your hotel this evening situated along the banks of Snake River. Play a round of tennis, stretch out in the indoor, heated swimming pool, or take a stroll through town of Alpine.
Day 7 : Grand Teton National Park And Jackson Free Time
Location: Alpine, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson, Alpine
Accommodation: Resort
Accommodation Name: The Flying Saddle Resort, Alpine
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today on your US national parks value tour, you won’t be able to take your eyes away from the window as you follow the Snake River through the forest and mountains before arriving at Grand Teton National Park. A stroll around Jackson Town Square gets you a lay of the land and admiring the famous elk antlers that signal the gateway to the park - eager to explore. Feeling the call of the outdoors? Join our Snake River Float Trip Choice Experience for a water adventure through the Tetons. This evening back at your hotel, choose to visit Melvin Brewery for a behind-the-scenes look at this booming Alpine brewery.
Day 8 : Alpine – Yellowstone National Park – West Yellowstone
Location: Alpine, Yellowstone National Park, West Yellowstone
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Brandin' Iron Inn, West Yellowstone
Meals Included: Breakfast
Hot springs, bubbling mud pots, vast canyons and lush forests as far as the eye can see are yours to behold at Yellowstone National Park. Wildlife seekers, get ready for a treat! Grizzly bears, wolves, bison and elk all roam free here. Take your time exploring as you tick off the key sites including the biggest crowd pleaser of them all, Old Faithful, named for its dependable eruption every 44 to 125 minutes.
Day 9 : West Yellowstone – Yellowstone National Park – Cody
Location: West Yellowstone, Yellowstone National Park, Cody
Accommodation Name: Buffalo Bill Cabin Village, Cody
Meals Included: Breakfast
One day at Yellowstone surely isn’t enough, and this morning on your US national parks value tour will take you to Mammoth Hot Springs. Said to look like a cave turned inside out, the soft limestone of this area needs to be seen to be believed. Be dazzled by the gradation of colors and levels before you tick off another hot spot: Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. This 19-mile-long canyon bedazzles in shades of yellow, red, white and pink. You'll then head on to the frontier town of Cody, a lively place with saloons that will keep the high energy of the day going into the night. You can even indulge in a Choice Experience, Welcome to Cody: Chamberlin Inn and Irma Hotel Buffet for drinks and dinner in a historic setting.
Day 10 : Cody – Little Bighorn Battlefield – Buffalo
Location: Cody, Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, Buffalo
Accommodation Name: SureStay Plus by Best Western Buffalo
Meals Included: No Meals
Big mountains, big lakes and big stretches of uninterrupted skyline... it’s no wonder Montana has earned the nickname ‘Big Sky Country.' On a free morning in Wyoming, discover the area your way with a Choice Experience visit to the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. Next stop, Little Bighorn Battlefield, the site of the 1876 battle between the US Army's 7th Cavalry and the Lakota and Cheyenne warriors. In Buffalo, your evening is free to explore the city your way.
Day 11 : Buffalo – Crazy Horse – Keystone
Location: Buffalo, Crazy Horse, Keystone
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ramada by Wyndham Keystone near Mt Rushmore
Meals Included: Breakfast
The Black Hills region is a mix of canyons and peaks that bridge the Wyoming and South Dakota border. See how it got its nickname from the dark ponderosa pines that cover the hillsides on your way to Crazy Horse monument which has been under construction for over 70 years. Discover more Native American history on your US national parks value tour by paying a visit to the nearby Indian Museum of North America. Tonight, choose to get your first glimpse of Mount Rushmore, learning more about the nation's patriotic past, present and future with a National Park ranger.
Day 12 : Mount Rushmore And Keystone Free Time
Location: Keystone, Mount Rushmore, Keystone
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ramada by Wyndham Keystone near Mt Rushmore
Meals Included: No Meals
Sure to be a highlight: Mount Rushmore. As the largest statue-monument in the world, the stony faces of four of America's presidents carved 18 meters tall into the granite hillside loom large -- bigger and more detailed than you could have imagined. Don't miss you chance to join Badlands National Park Sightseeing, learning about the 99,000 hectares that make up the unique geology.
Day 13 : Keystone – Depart Denver
Location: Keystone, Rapid City, Denver
Meals Included: No Meals
As your tour of the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone National Park - not to mention Las Vegas, Monument Valley, Zion, Bryce Canyon, Grand Teton and Mount Rushmore - comes to an end today, you'll no doubt be reflecting on the phenomenal sights and experiences you've had over the past fortnight. The trip promised spectacular canyons and national parks, and we’re sure you’ll agree you saw the best of it. Complimentary airport drop off at Rapid City Regional Airport will be at 9 AM. Complimentary Airport drop off at Denver International Airport will be at 5:00 PM. Please be aware when booking your flights.
What's Included
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Travel Director and Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
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Accommodation
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
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Meals
Many meals included
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Transport
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries
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Optional Experiences
Extensive variety of Choice Optional Experiences
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Tours
City orientation tours
What's Not Included
Check out our Q&As
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
Low
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What is the tipping policy?
Hotel and restaurant tips are included. All taxes and porterage charges at hotels are also included.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Guests make their own arrangements for arrival transfers, and for departure transfers unless the last day is a travel day ending with an airport drop (see itinerary for airport arrival times). Insight Vacations offers the option to purchase private transfers for selected cities. Guests may check at time of booking if those are offered for the selected itinerary.
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum group size is 52 guests.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty and joy of taking a guided vacation with Costsaver is that you get to meet, travel and make friends with people from all over the world.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Costsaver is part of The Travel Corporation, which has been in business for over 100 years.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Costsaver is proud to be a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation started in 2008. To date the charity has donated over US$2 million to assist underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism initiatives around the globe.
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Costsaver 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 costsaver 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.
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