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8660-NATIONAL-PARKS-AND-CANYON-COUNTRY-WILD--WILD-WEST-SPECIAL-DEPARTURES

Tour Code - 8660

13 days Denver to Las Vegas Denver, Keystone, Deadwood, Cody, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson, Salt Lake City, Bryce Canyon National Park, Page, Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas

All inclusive prices starting at: $1929

Travel through seven states on this 13-day journey to see spectacular scenery, memorials, monuments, parks, canyons, and much more. Begin in Colorado and head north to South Dakota before venturing west through Wyoming and then south through Idaho, Utah, and Arizona, ultimately ending in Nevada. Highlights include the Black Hills, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, and Grand Canyon National Park. Truly some of middle America's "must-sees". Tour ends in 'Sin City' Las Vegas!

Special departure
Wild Wild West (8660) - Special departures include all activities on regular departures. On this Wild West Adventure, witness brave bull riders and high flying broncs in Cody, the "Rodeo Capital of the World; a reenactment of frontier justice in Jackson and learn about Native American philosophy, customs and culture at Tatanka.

Meals

  • Breakfast - 4
  • Lunch - 0
  • Dinner - 0

Standard Features

Sightseeing: In Salt Lake City; Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore, Tatanka.
Scenic Highlights: Black Hills, Deadwood, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Lake Powell, Painted Desert, Grand Canyon National Park.
Guides: Services of a professional Tour Director.
Transportation: Private, deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach while touring.
Hotels: Twin-bedded rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, service charges, and tips for baggage handling.
Meals: 4 continental breakfasts (CB)
Optionals: Customise your holiday experience with a range of convenient optional excursions.
Inside visits as shown in UPPERCASE in the tour description, including admission charges where applicable.

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Day by Day

Day Description
1

DENVER.

Welcome to Denver, the "Mile High City," capital of Colorado, and gateway to the Rocky Mountains. An attractive city with broad streets, a tree-lined pedestrian mall leads to the gold-domed State Capitol and Larimer Square in the city's historic heart. Enjoy time at leisure to relax or to do some independent exploring. Your Tour Director is on hand this evening to answer any questions.

2

DENVER-CHEYENNE-BLACK HILLS OF SOUTH DAKOTA-KEYSTONE.

Depart Denver and travel north to Cheyenne. See the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota and continue to Custer. Then, see the CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL, a monument carved out of a mountain that pays respect to the great Native American hero, Chief Crazy Horse. (CB)

3

KEYSTONE-MOUNT RUSHMORE-DEADWOOD.

Drive deep into the Black Hills, through what was Sioux Indian territory, to see the stunning granite face of Mount Rushmore, a giant monument to four great American presidents: Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt. Afterward, visit TATANKA: The Story of the Bison, and experience the richness of the Lakota people. On to Deadwood, a lawless frontier town during the 1876 Gold Rush, where Jack McCall murdered Wild Bill Hickok during a poker game. Overnight here, and discover Deadwood's Wild West ways as you walk in the footsteps of legends like Calamity Jane and Seth Bullock.

4

DEADWOOD-CODY.

This morning, head through high country, where open-range cattle kings made war on the homesteaders in the 1890s. Drive past Sheridan in the Bighorn Mountains, site of battles between the U.S. Cavalry and the Sioux, Cheyenne, and Crow Indians. Overnight in Buffalo Bill's frontier town of Cody. (CB)

5

CODY-YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK.

Proceed through Shoshone National Forest to YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK. Travel along Grand Loop Road to Artist Point with views of Yellowstone Canyon and the Lower Falls. See the bubbling geyser basins and the consistent "blow" of Old Faithful, Yellowstone's most famous geyser. Overnight in Yellowstone National Park.

6

YELLOWSTONE-GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK-JACKSON.

Head south into magnificent GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK, one of America's last preserves of wild solitude. Its 4,197 meters (13,770-foot) high ridges are crested with snow most of the year. Stroll along the shores of beautiful glacier-fed Jenny Lake before ending the day in the Wild West town of Jackson with its wooden sidewalks and swing-door saloons. This evening, join an optional barbecue cookout and Wild West show.

7

JACKSON.

Time to relax in Jackson, or how about joining a scenic trip down the Snake River? Enjoy an 8-mile float trip that begins at Pritchard Creek and travels past the nesting areas of both bald eagles and ospreys. Later, the afternoon is free in Jackson to explore the shops and museums of historic downtown. This evening, maybe stroll along the old-time boardwalks downtown and enjoy supper at one of the swing-door saloons. (CB)

8

JACKSON-SALT LAKE CITY.

Today, leave Jackson and drive to Salt Lake City, Utah's vibrant capital. Set on the edge of Great Salt Lake Desert, this center of the Mormon religion is where Brigham Young declared to his followers, "This is the place." An included sightseeing tour shows you the capital of Utah, including Temple Square, the adjacent tabernacle, and the Beehive House. (CB)

9

SALT LAKE CITY-BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK.

Journey through sagebrush landscape to BRYCE NATIONAL PARK with its 20 miles of sandstone cliffs and ever-changing colors. See some of Earth's most brilliant shades of rock, sculpted by nature into pillars called "hoodoos."

10

BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK-ZION NATIONAL PARK-PAGE.

First stop today is ZION NATIONAL PARK with its landscape carved over millions of years by rushing streams. Steep canyons, stone towers, and verdant vegetation form the scenery of Zion. Then, head east into Page on the shores of Lake Powell, originally built to house workers during the construction of the massive Glen Canyon Dam, which holds back the waters of 186-mile-long Lake Powell.

11

PAGE-PAINTED DESERT-GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK.

Enjoy an optional flight over scenic Monument Valley. Then, cross the Painted Desert and head through Kaibab National Forest before arriving at the GRAND CANYON in the early afternoon.

12

GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK-LAS VEGAS.

For a once-in-a-lifetime thrill, take an optional flightseeing trip over the Grand Canyon, with incomparable views of flamecolored walls plunging 1,463 meters (4,800 feet) into the Colorado River. Leaving the high country of Arizona, we pass through Williams on famous Route 66, and then the old Mojave gold-strike country, which still has traces of century-old ghost towns. Arrive in Las Vegas-a neon desert oasis packed with spectacular hotels and casinos.

13

LAS VEGAS.

The trip ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport are included. You can extend your holiday with extra nights and explore "Sin City" further with a variety of exciting optional activities.

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PRE Tour Denver 01 Jan 2013 31 Dec 2013 $106 AUD $59 AUD $45 AUD
POST Tour Las Vegas 01 Jan 2013 31 Dec 2013 $ AUD $ AUD $ AUD

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8660-NATIONAL-PARKS-AND-CANYON-COUNTRY-WILD--WILD-WEST-SPECIAL-DEPARTURES

Tour Code - 8660

13 days Denver to Las Vegas Denver, Keystone, Deadwood, Cody, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson, Salt Lake City, Bryce Canyon National Park, Page, Grand Canyon National Park, Las Vegas

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Name: Grand Canyon Imax
Prices Starting From $14.00 USD
Location: Grand Canyon National Park
Description: Fly like a condor over the rim and into the Canyon, be drenched in the power of the raging Colorado River without ever leaving your seat at the Grand Canyon National Geographic Visitor Center. And relive the history and mystery of one of the most storied natural wonders of the world. From the mysterious Anasazi who inhabited the Canyon 4,000 years ago, viewers at The National Geographic Visitor Center will travel through Grand Canyon history to join Major John Wesley Powell as he challenges the unexplored Canyon and raging Colorado River in 1869. (40 minute multimedia presentation)

Name: Eco-Star Grand Canyon Helicopter Flightseeing
Prices Starting From $213.00 USD to $233.00 USD
Location: Grand Canyon National Park
Description: This experience will be a highlight of your vacation. Fly over the widest and deepest portion of the Grand Canyon. You will see the amazing views of the Dragon Corridor, Colorado River and other geologic features and formations over a billion years old. If you have ever wanted to see the Grand Canyon from a birds eye view this is the trip for you. Fly in our first class state of the art ECO-Star helicopter with specially designed windows and seating for 180 degrees of virtually unobstructed views. This is a comfortable, climate controlled helicopter with quiet ride technology for a more comfortable Grand Canyon helicopter tour experience. Grab your camera and enjoy this spectacular journey to the Grand Canyon. (30 minute flight) Flights are subject to favorable weather conditions.

Name: Monument Valley 90-Minute Flight
Prices Starting From $255.00 USD
Location: Page
Description: You will experience everything seen on the shorter Rainbow Bridge flight, plus much, much more! This is your only chance to see Monument Valley, the site of many well-known Western movies. The rock formations you will see on this surrealistic flight are totally different from those in the Grand Canyon. (90 minutes, weather dependent)

Name: Temple Square Experience dinner at the Lion House
Prices Starting From $20.00 USD
Location: Salt Lake City
Description: Start the evening with a visit to the Temple Square garden. Then experience the exceptional home-style fare as you dine amidst the history that surrounds you, in Brigham Young's personal residence the Lion House. Groups arriving on Thursday nights will have the opportunity to see the Tabernacle Choir rehearse. If you are not visiting Temple Square on a Thrusday night you will have the opportunity to see the Family Search Center and get a lesson on genealogy. (Not available on Sunday nights)

Name: Dinner at Temple Square Roof Restaurant
Prices Starting From $50.00 USD
Location: Salt Lake City
Description: Start the evening with a visit to the Temple Square garden. Then experience Utah's premier gourmet buffet at The Roof Restaurant. Groups arriving on Thursday nights will have the opportunity to see the Tabernacle Choir rehearse. If you are not visiting Temple Square on a Thursday night you will have the opportunity to see the Family Search Center and get a lesson on genealogy. (Not available on Sunday nights)

Name: Shoshone River Raft Trip
Prices Starting From $37.00 USD
Location: Cody
Description: On this scenic white-water float trip down the Shoshone River, your guide maneuvers you through striking red canyons. See native wildlife and hear about the geology, mountain men, and pioneers of the area as you experience the thrill of the occasional rapid. You will be on the water for approximately 45 minutes. This river is a level 2 with occasional rapids, participants must be comfortable paddling, and it is very likely you will get wet. Note: Life jackets are provided and required. (Available Mid-May to Mid-September; subject to favorable weather & water conditions)

Name: Deadwood City Tour
Prices Starting From $9.00 USD
Location: Deadwood
Description: As we travel down Deadwood's cobblestone streets, you will hear about an era gone by. Recount local history beginning with Custer's expedition followed by the Gold Rush and lots more. Hear the stories of legendary Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane, and other notable characters from local guides that are almost as entertaining as the history itself.

Name: Denver Mountain Parks Tour
Prices Starting From $45.00 USD
Location: Denver
Description: This four-hour excursion includes a visit to Red Rocks Amphitheater, a famous and spectacular outdoor concert hall that is a millennia-old geological creation named after its red sandstone monoliths. You will also visit Lookout Mountain, the gravesite of Buffalo Bill Cody, Bear Creek Canyon, and drive past the home of Coors beer. This tour departs the hotel at 7:30 am.

Name: Denver City Tour
Prices Starting From $35.00 USD
Location: Denver
Description: Experience two sides of Denver: a historic western town and thriving modern city--all in one trip. You'll journey back to the 19th century and experience the elegance of historic Larimer Square. You'll see beautiful Civic Center Park, the State Capitol Building, the United States Mint, The Denver Art Museum, bustling 16th Street Mall with its wide variety of restaurants, specialty shops, and street side entertainment. At the end of this tour, you'll no longer be a stranger to the Mile High City. This tour departs the hotel at 7:45 am or 1:15 pm.

Name: Denver City & Mountain Tour
Prices Starting From $75.00 USD
Location: Denver
Description: Spend the morning seeing all that Denver has to offer: Larimer Square, Civic Center Park, the United States Mint, the 16th Street Mall and more. Then take an excursion through Bear Creek Canyon to Evergreen, to the top of Lookout Mountain, the site of Buffalo Bill's Grave and Museum. This is a fully narrated tour showing you the best of Denver city and Denver's mountain parks.

Name: Antelope Canyon Cruise (tour 8600)
Prices Starting From $56.00 USD
Location: Page
Description: On this 90-minute cruise of Lake Powell, you'll glide through the narrow walls of Antelope Canyon, famous for its tapestry colors and unusual rock formations. Includes transportation to and from your hotel in Page and the Glen Canyon National Park entrance fee.

Name: Tower Butte Helicopter Tour
Prices Starting From $245.00 USD
Location: Page
Description: Rising 5,000 feet above sea level, Tower Butte is one of Mother Nature's most unique formations, providing the perfect setting for your Helicopter Landing adventure! After boarding your state-of-the-art helicopter, you will fly eastward over Antelope Canyon, Land of the Navajo Nation and Lake Powell as your Helicopter ascends Tower Butte. You won't believe your eyes when you touch down and disembark. The 360-degree panoramic view is absolutely breathtaking - see Glen Canyon, Lake Powell, the Kaiparowitz Plateau, the Grand Staircase and the Vermillion Cliffs..Enjoy approximately 20 minutes on the Butte for sensational photo opportunities and interpretive information about the Navajo culture and the ties to their Land. Only accessible by Helicopter, this helicopter adventure offers incredible memories, spectacular photographs and bragging rights to an exclusive view of the American Southwest and Land of the Navajo Nation.

Name: Grand Canyon Helicopter Flightseeing - North Canyon Tour
Prices Starting From $179.00 USD to $199.00 USD
Location: Grand Canyon National Park
Description: Explore impressive Dragon Corridor, the deepest and widest part of the Canyon, and one of the most remarkable panoramas of the Grand Canyon. The Tower of Ra, a 6,076-foot butte named in the 1800s after the Egyptian sun god, comes into view, as do other fanciful rock formations resembling temples and shrines. Fly in a comfortable, climate controlled helicopter with specially designed windows for optimum viewing. (30 minute) Subject to favorable weather conditions.
 
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