Day 1: Arrive in Rapid City

Arrive in Rapid City, gateway to South Dakota's Black Hills and iconic Mount Rushmore. The city's downtown displays life-size bronze sculptures of past U.S. presidents. Transfer independently to the hotel. The rest of the evening is at leisure to discover Rapid City's restaurants and nightlife on your own.

Hotel: Holiday Inn Rapid City Downtown - Convention Center

Day 2: Badlands National Park

After breakfast, visit Badlands National Park to see some of the most spectacular scenery in the region. Afterward, continue to Wall Drug, known for its roadside signs and free water. Spend a relaxed lunch before returning to Rapid City for an afternoon at leisure. This evening, enjoy a drink during an orientation meeting with your Tour Manager and fellow travelers. Breakfast, Lunch included.

Hotel: Holiday Inn Rapid City Downtown - Convention Center

Day 3: Crazy Horse Memorial

This morning, visit the Crazy Horse Memorial honoring the heritage, tradition, and culture of North American Indians. This afternoon, head to the Mount Rushmore National Memorial, featuring the faces of four American presidents. After lunch on your own, return to Rapid City. Tonight, celebrate your arrival with dinner. Breakfast, Dinner included.

Hotel: Holiday Inn Rapid City Downtown - Convention Center

Day 4: Drive to Cody

Morning departure to Sheridan, Wyoming set halfway between Yellowstone and Mount Rushmore, with its dramatic vistas of the striking Big Horn Mountains. After lunch, continue to Cody for an evening at leisure. Breakfast, Lunch included.

Hotel: Holiday Inn Buffalo Bill Village Resort

Day 5: Arrive in Yellowstone National Park

Travel to Yellowstone National Park, home to famed "Old Faithful." Upon arrival, cross over the Yellowstone River into the Lower Loop. Continue towards the Hayden Valley. See the Mud Volcano, and be on the lookout for bison, bears, elk, and eagles in this sweeping glacial valley. Breakfast included.

Hotel: Grant Village

Day 6: Explore Yellowstone National Park

Begin the day with a visit to the dramatic Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. Then on to Mammoth Hot Springs. Continue to the Lower Geyser Basin to Fountain Paint Pots along the Firehole River. Conclude the day at legendary "Old Faithful". Breakfast included.

Hotel: Grant Village

Day 7: Grand Teton National Park

Depart Yellowstone for Grand Teton National Park in northwest Wyoming. Multiple photo stops on your way to Colter Bay where you stop at the visitor center. Visit the Chapel of the Transfiguration, before departing for Jackson. Later in the day, check into the hotel and spend time at leisure. Breakfast included.

Hotel: 49er Inn and Suites

Day 8: Salt Lake City

Today, leave Wyoming for Salt Lake City, Utah. Later this afternoon arrive in Salt lake City and view the Capital Building. At this evening's dinner, share wonderful memories of your adventure. Breakfast, Dinner included.

Hotel: Hilton Salt Lake City Center

Day 9: Return Home

Transfer independently to the airport for your departure flight. Breakfast included.