Western Frontiers 2010
A lively adventure through the Western states the unusual rock formations of Zion and Bryce Canyon National Park, Yellowstone, larger-than-life Mt. Rushmore, and the Old West towns of Jackson, Billings and Deadwood.Las Vegas Bryce Canyon
Salt Lake City
Jackson
Yellowstone
Billings
Rapid City
Denver
Zion National Park Discover Zion Canyon's dramatic towering cliffs. Bryce Canyon National Park View the colorful and whimsical hoodoos. Salt Lake City Enjoy an orientation tour including Temple Square. Jackson Overnight in this authentic Old-West town. Grand Teton National Park View soaring peaks and abundant wildlife. Yellowstone National Park Enjoy America's fi rst national park. Cody Visit the Buffalo Bill Historical Center. Little Bighorn Battlefield See the site of Custer's Last Stand. Deadwood Tour this National Historic Landmark by private trolley. Black Hills View Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorials. Denver Stay in the heart of the Mile High City. 10 full breakfasts 2 three-course dinners 1 buffet dinner Local highlight restaurant dinner in Jackson Farewell Dinner with wine in Denver15 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary) First Class hotel accommodation includes two-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes. Touring by luxury air-conditioned motorcoach with reclining seats and onboard restroom. The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional Tour Directors. A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book with map. Complimentary airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 11.
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- Tour Operator
- Trafalgar Tours
- Offer
- Offer valid through 1/1/2010
- Duration
- 11 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Las Vegas | Arrive Las Vegas : Welcome to Las Vegas! A complimentary transfer is provided to the tour hotel. Your Tour Director is at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer your questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Drink at the hotel. Hotel: Las Vegas Hilton |
| Day 2 | Bryce Canyon National Park | Las Vegas - Zion National Park - Bryce Canyon National Park : Today's journey takes us through St. George before reaching spectacular Zion National Park for a visit to this lush green canyon. Next on to Bryce Canyon National Park where sandstone spires reflect colorful hues from every vista point. Here we visit the amphitheater of hoodoos, the oddly shaped stone monoliths. (Full breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Ruby's Inn |
| Day 3 | Salt Lake City | Bryce Canyon - Salt Lake City : Today our Tour Director will share a Hidden Treasure with us. We journey north to Salt Lake City, capital city of the state of Utah. Our afternoon orientation tour takes us to the historic Temple Square, where we view the Salt Lake Tabernacle, home of the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, the Assembly Hall and the Visitor Center. This evening is at leisure; perhaps join our optional dinner at the historic Lion House, with a visit to Beehive House - office and home of Brigham Young. (Full breakfast) Hotel: Sheraton Salt Lake City Hotel |
| Day 4 | Jackson | Salt Lake City - Jackson : We travel along the Great Salt Lake and across the Oregon Trail, which was the only feasible route west in the 19th century, en route to Jackson, Wyoming. There is time to wander through this authentic old-western town, framed dramatically by the Grand Tetons to the north. Why not stop for a drink at the Million Dollar Cowboy Saloon? This evening we enjoy a Highlight Dinner at a local restaurant in the town square. (Full breakfast / Highlight dinner) Hotel: Antler Inn |
| Day 5 | Yellowstone National Park | Jackson - Grand Teton National Park - Yellowstone National Park (2 nights) : This morning there is time for an optional guided float trip down the most scenic stretch of the Snake River (seasonal). We then travel through striking Grand Teton National Park on our way to Yellowstone National Park. The beauty of this geothermal wonderland is an amazing sight to behold. Home to an astounding variety of elk and bears, Yellowstone also has one of the few large herds of buffalo still in existence. (When the South Entrance is closed due to weather conditions, the tour will travel west from Jackson via Idaho and enter Yellowstone National Park through the West Entrance.) (Full breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: National Park Lodges |
| Day 6 | Yellowstone National Park | Yellowstone National Park sightseeing : Enjoy a full day tour of Yellowstone National Park. We see the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River with the 407-foot Lower Falls, Hayden Valley, Midway Geyser Basin, mud pots, hot pools, fumaroles and geysers. We also see the blast of Old Faithful Geyser, which erupts almost every hour. (Full breakfast) |
| Day 7 | Billings | Yellowstone - Cody - Billings : We make our way to Cody, named after its most famous resident, Buffalo Bill Cody. Here we learn about his adventures during a visit to the Buffalo Bill Historical Center. Then our journey continues to our hotel in the historic cattle town of Billings, Montana. (Full breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hotel Billing |
| Day 8 | Rapid City | Billings - Deadwood - Rapid City (2 nights) : Our first stop today is at the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, site of the infamous Custer's Last Stand. Here, in June 1876, Custer and his few men faced several thousand Native Americans in battle. Then we head into South Dakota where we stop at Deadwood and explore the town aboard a narrated trolley. We then continue on to Rapid City. (Full breakfast / Dinner) Hotel: Radisson Rapid City |
| Day 9 | Rapid City | Black Hills excursion : Our day begins with a journey through the Black Hills. Learn the story behind Mount Rushmore, followed by incredible views of this amazing sculpture depicting four great American Presidents. Next, stop at the Crazy Horse Memorial which honors all Native Americans. This evening is at leisure. (Full breakfast) |
| Day 10 | Denver | Rapid City - Denver : We drive through the Black Hills National Forest where Ponderosa Pines, spruce and aspen forests provide a home for a variety of wildlife. Our journey continues through the grassland prairies of South Dakota and Wyoming as we make our way to Colorado's capital city - Denver, also known as the Mile High City. This evening enjoy a Farewell Dinner with your fellow travelers. (Full breakfast / Farewell dinner) Hotel: Grand Hyatt Denver |
| Day 11 | Denver | Depart Denver : Bid farewell to your newfound friends as your vacation comes to an end. A complimentary transfer is provided to Denver International Airport. (Full breakfast) |
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- Disclaimer
- ** For single travellers purchasing the twin-share option, please note that there is a no smoking policy in all shared rooms.
** The Autumn Leaves: Enjoy the stunning colors of the "Rockies Fall Foliage" when the aspen and cottonwood trees turn bright yellow and gold. Sept - Oct (or as determined by Mother Nature).
*** May and Oct departures may be subject to road closures due to seasonal weather conditions in Yellowstone.
**** All prices are per person, twin share
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