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America's National Parks with Denver and Canyon Spirit Rail Journey
Operated by Globus
Tripcode: ANY
Overview
Destination:
United States Of America,
Duration:15 days
Type:Group tour (max 18)
Travel Period
May 2027 - October 2027
15 Day Tour from Denver to Denver
This naturally wonderful National Parks vacation takes you deep into the golden wilderness of untamed South Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana. Strike gold in America’s West with back-to-back visits to some of the country’s best national parks. Come face-to-face with the monumental sculptures of Mount Rushmore, the explosive geysers of Yellowstone National Park, and the towering spires of Grand Teton National Park. Plus, visits to Crazy Horse Memorial, Little Bighorn Battlefield, and the gold rush towns of Cody, Jackson, and Deadwood still echo some of the 19th century’s most famous battles and barroom brawls. . Go deeper into Wild West history aboard the Canyon Spirit to ride the rails through spectacular natural panoramas in perfectly civilized comfort. Continue to the Southwest for a stay in Salt Lake City, Utah! Kick off your national parks vacation and kick up your boots in Colorado’s cosmopolitan capital of Denver. The list of things to do in the “Mile High City” is easily a mile long. Museums and music, breweries, and boutiques, and performing arts and parks await at the foot of the Colorado Rockies. PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Cody so you can plan your day your way.
All This. Included
Special features included in this tour:• Visit to Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Crazy Horse Memorial • Orientation tour of Rapid City and guided sightseeing in Deadwood • Visit to Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument • Globus Choice excursions in Cody – included in your tour with your choice of a guided trolley tour or visit to Buffalo Bill Center of the West • Guided sightseeing in Yellowstone National Park with visits to Mammoth Hot Springs, Fountain Paint Pot, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and Old Faithful • Guided visit to Grand Teton National Park and lakeside walk at Jenny Lake • Chuckwagon [LF] cookout dinner and Wild West show at Cache Creek Canyon • Guided sightseeing tour of Salt Lake City including historic monuments • Canyon Spirit rail journey experience from Denver to Salt Lake City, with overnight stays in Glenwood Springs and MoabEnjoy spectacular fall colors on our Fall Foliage departures: September 15-October 5 (Mother Nature permitting).
This naturally wonderful National Parks vacation takes you deep into the golden wilderness of untamed South Dakota, Wyoming, and Montana. Strike gold in America’s West with back-to-back visits to some of the country’s best national parks. Come face-to-face with the monumental sculptures of Mount Rushmore, the explosive geysers of Yellowstone National Park, and the towering spires of Grand Teton National Park. Plus, visits to Crazy Horse Memorial, Little Bighorn Battlefield, and the gold rush towns of Cody, Jackson, and Deadwood still echo some of the 19th century’s most famous battles and barroom brawls. . Go deeper into Wild West history aboard the Canyon Spirit to ride the rails through spectacular natural panoramas in perfectly civilized comfort. Continue to the Southwest for a stay in Salt Lake City, Utah! Kick off your national parks vacation and kick up your boots in Colorado’s cosmopolitan capital of Denver. The list of things to do in the “Mile High City” is easily a mile long. Museums and music, breweries, and boutiques, and performing arts and parks await at the foot of the Colorado Rockies. PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Cody so you can plan your day your way.
All This. Included
Special features included in this tour:• Visit to Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Crazy Horse Memorial • Orientation tour of Rapid City and guided sightseeing in Deadwood • Visit to Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument • Globus Choice excursions in Cody – included in your tour with your choice of a guided trolley tour or visit to Buffalo Bill Center of the West • Guided sightseeing in Yellowstone National Park with visits to Mammoth Hot Springs, Fountain Paint Pot, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and Old Faithful • Guided visit to Grand Teton National Park and lakeside walk at Jenny Lake • Chuckwagon [LF] cookout dinner and Wild West show at Cache Creek Canyon • Guided sightseeing tour of Salt Lake City including historic monuments • Canyon Spirit rail journey experience from Denver to Salt Lake City, with overnight stays in Glenwood Springs and MoabEnjoy spectacular fall colors on our Fall Foliage departures: September 15-October 5 (Mother Nature permitting).
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
- 14 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 5 Dinners
Itinerary
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Collapse allDENVER, COLORADO
Welcome to Denver!
Enjoy free time in the Mile-High City this evening.TOUR HIGHLIGHT ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGHS At 5,280 feet above sea level, Denver is called the Mile-High City for a reason. This gateway to the Rocky Mountains is the perfect place to kick back with a view of the sunset over Mount Blue Sky while enjoying a local IPA brew or fresh-brewed coffee after dinner. Explore the best eateries in LoDo (lower downtown) or other exciting venues this beautiful city has to offer.
Enjoy free time in the Mile-High City this evening.TOUR HIGHLIGHT ROCKY MOUNTAIN HIGHS At 5,280 feet above sea level, Denver is called the Mile-High City for a reason. This gateway to the Rocky Mountains is the perfect place to kick back with a view of the sunset over Mount Blue Sky while enjoying a local IPA brew or fresh-brewed coffee after dinner. Explore the best eateries in LoDo (lower downtown) or other exciting venues this beautiful city has to offer.
DENVER–RAPID CITY, SOUTH DAKOTA
The City of Presidents
Meet your Tour Director this morning and enjoy a scenic drive through the Black Hills to Rapid City. At 6 pm, join your Tour Director and fellow travel companions for a welcome drink. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS From a distance, the Black Hills of South Dakota cut a dark figure rising above the plains, giving it the Lakota name of Paha Sapa (black hills). Upon closer inspection, this region is overflowing with western wildlife and natural wonders that go on as far as the eye can see. Watch for deer and antelope, as well as herds of bison that roam the rolling hills.
Meet your Tour Director this morning and enjoy a scenic drive through the Black Hills to Rapid City. At 6 pm, join your Tour Director and fellow travel companions for a welcome drink. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS From a distance, the Black Hills of South Dakota cut a dark figure rising above the plains, giving it the Lakota name of Paha Sapa (black hills). Upon closer inspection, this region is overflowing with western wildlife and natural wonders that go on as far as the eye can see. Watch for deer and antelope, as well as herds of bison that roam the rolling hills.
RAPID CITY. EXCURSION TO CRAZY HORSE & MOUNT RUSHMORE MEMORIALS
Stone-Faced Patriots
After an orientation tour of Rapid City, visit Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT MONUMENTAL HISTORY Visit the dramatic depiction of Chief Crazy Horse at the massive memorial built in honor of the fearless Lakota Chief – forever remembered for the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Afterward, explore Mount Rushmore National Memorial, which features the monumental likenesses of four U.S. presidents—Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt—carved on the face of a mountain. Take a stroll along the Presidential Trail for more intimate views of this moving monument and visit the Information Center.
After an orientation tour of Rapid City, visit Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT MONUMENTAL HISTORY Visit the dramatic depiction of Chief Crazy Horse at the massive memorial built in honor of the fearless Lakota Chief – forever remembered for the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Afterward, explore Mount Rushmore National Memorial, which features the monumental likenesses of four U.S. presidents—Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt—carved on the face of a mountain. Take a stroll along the Presidential Trail for more intimate views of this moving monument and visit the Information Center.
RAPID CITY–DEADWOOD–SHERIDAN, WYOMING
Sheriffs & Sharpshooters
This morning, enjoy a scenic drive through Black Hills National Forest and experience the area’s fascinating history on a guided tour of Deadwood. Then, continue through the Black Hills to the cattle town of Sheridan at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant featuring true Rocky Mountain hospitality. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDS & LORE The legendary town of Deadwood is home to the ghosts of the Wild West, where bold frontiersmen and optimistic gold miners set down stakes in this untamed mining town. Hear the rip-roaring stories of legends like Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane, and Potato Creek Johnny while exploring the streets where shoot-outs and sheriffs ruled the day.
This morning, enjoy a scenic drive through Black Hills National Forest and experience the area’s fascinating history on a guided tour of Deadwood. Then, continue through the Black Hills to the cattle town of Sheridan at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains. Tonight, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant featuring true Rocky Mountain hospitality. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDS & LORE The legendary town of Deadwood is home to the ghosts of the Wild West, where bold frontiersmen and optimistic gold miners set down stakes in this untamed mining town. Hear the rip-roaring stories of legends like Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane, and Potato Creek Johnny while exploring the streets where shoot-outs and sheriffs ruled the day.
SHERIDAN–LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD NATIONAL MONUMENT–CODY
Buffalo Bill & Brave Warriors
Journey this morning into Southern Montana to visit Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. Continue your scenic drive through the Bighorn Mountains, arriving in Cody – named for its native son, Buffalo Bill Cody. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY HISTORY Visit Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, the site commemorating one of America’s most famous battles. Tour the battlegrounds where Custer was defeated by approximately 7,000 Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors, and visit the museum.
Journey this morning into Southern Montana to visit Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument. Continue your scenic drive through the Bighorn Mountains, arriving in Cody – named for its native son, Buffalo Bill Cody. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY HISTORY Visit Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, the site commemorating one of America’s most famous battles. Tour the battlegrounds where Custer was defeated by approximately 7,000 Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors, and visit the museum.
CODY–YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
Spend Your Day Your Way in Cody
Explore more of Cody with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.Then, continue through Shoshone National Forest to Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872 as the world’s first national park, where wild animals roam freely in vast meadows and forests. Enjoy several photo stops along the way to your hotel. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Cavalry scout, Pony Express rider, ranch hand, wagon train driver, city planner, railroad contractor, bison hunter, fur trapper, gold prospector, Native American advocate, feminist, and inventor of modern Show Business, William Cody’s legend rides on as a symbol of the unbridled possibilities of the early American West. “Buffalo Bill” Cody’s horsemanship and sharpshooting skills gained notice by the U.S. Army, and his Wild West shows endeared him to the elite audiences of Europe.
Explore more of Cody with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.Then, continue through Shoshone National Forest to Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872 as the world’s first national park, where wild animals roam freely in vast meadows and forests. Enjoy several photo stops along the way to your hotel. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT ICONIC FOOTSTEPS Cavalry scout, Pony Express rider, ranch hand, wagon train driver, city planner, railroad contractor, bison hunter, fur trapper, gold prospector, Native American advocate, feminist, and inventor of modern Show Business, William Cody’s legend rides on as a symbol of the unbridled possibilities of the early American West. “Buffalo Bill” Cody’s horsemanship and sharpshooting skills gained notice by the U.S. Army, and his Wild West shows endeared him to the elite audiences of Europe.
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
The Living Earth
Spend the day exploring Yellowstone. Travel along Grand Loop Road to Fountain Paint Pot to see the bubbling mud. See the world-famous Old Faithful Geyser and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone for magnificent views of the Canyon and the spectacular Lower Falls—almost twice as high as Niagara Falls! Next, stop at Mammoth Hot Springs and take a short trail walk through steaming limestone terraces. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Designated as the first national park in 1872 by President Ulysses S. Grant, this preserved and protected paradise of wild landscapes, native heritage, spectacular wildlife, and extraordinary geologic and ecological phenomena remains a treasure today and for future generations. From geysers to grizzlies and great bison, visitors are forever changed by witnessing this natural wonder in abundance across 2.2 million acres of pristine wilderness.
Spend the day exploring Yellowstone. Travel along Grand Loop Road to Fountain Paint Pot to see the bubbling mud. See the world-famous Old Faithful Geyser and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone for magnificent views of the Canyon and the spectacular Lower Falls—almost twice as high as Niagara Falls! Next, stop at Mammoth Hot Springs and take a short trail walk through steaming limestone terraces. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Designated as the first national park in 1872 by President Ulysses S. Grant, this preserved and protected paradise of wild landscapes, native heritage, spectacular wildlife, and extraordinary geologic and ecological phenomena remains a treasure today and for future generations. From geysers to grizzlies and great bison, visitors are forever changed by witnessing this natural wonder in abundance across 2.2 million acres of pristine wilderness.
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK–GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK–JACKSON
Glacial Giants
Journey south into breathtaking Grand Teton National Park. Visit beautiful glacier-fed Jenny Lake at the foot of the rugged spires for a delightful walk along the shore. Continue to the all-Western town of Jackson. This evening, enjoy dinner at [LF] Bar T-5 Chuckwagon Cookout and Wild West show. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Wagons ho! Experience the Wild West with a horse-drawn covered-wagon ride through the forest to Cache Creek Canyon. Enjoy an authentic Bar T-5 Chuckwagon Cookout and Wild West Show, while dining on slow-cooked chicken from a traditional Dutch oven, along with other delicious western specialties. Pull up a seat and dig into a traditional chuckwagon cookout.
Journey south into breathtaking Grand Teton National Park. Visit beautiful glacier-fed Jenny Lake at the foot of the rugged spires for a delightful walk along the shore. Continue to the all-Western town of Jackson. This evening, enjoy dinner at [LF] Bar T-5 Chuckwagon Cookout and Wild West show. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITE LOCAL TASTES Wagons ho! Experience the Wild West with a horse-drawn covered-wagon ride through the forest to Cache Creek Canyon. Enjoy an authentic Bar T-5 Chuckwagon Cookout and Wild West Show, while dining on slow-cooked chicken from a traditional Dutch oven, along with other delicious western specialties. Pull up a seat and dig into a traditional chuckwagon cookout.
JACKSON
Peak Experiences
Spend a full free day exploring this spectacular Rocky Mountain town beneath the Grand Tetons. Enjoy freshly made huckleberry ice cream from a local shop during your leisure time while enjoying the beautiful surroundings today. (B)ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE in Jackson with an optional float trip along the Snake River, stroll along the downtown boardwalks to enjoy a drink at one of the local saloons or explore one of the many galleries that call Jackson home.
Spend a full free day exploring this spectacular Rocky Mountain town beneath the Grand Tetons. Enjoy freshly made huckleberry ice cream from a local shop during your leisure time while enjoying the beautiful surroundings today. (B)ENHANCED FREE TIMEEXPLORE MORE in Jackson with an optional float trip along the Snake River, stroll along the downtown boardwalks to enjoy a drink at one of the local saloons or explore one of the many galleries that call Jackson home.
JACKSON–SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH
This is the Place!
Today’s journey continues alongside some of Wyoming’s most beautiful mountain ranges into Utah. Arrive in Salt Lake City and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the capital city and its historic monuments. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOT The capital city of Utah was first established in 1847 by early pioneer settlers led by Brigham Young, who exclaimed, “This is the place,” upon seeing its vistas and verdant landscapes. The city played host to the 2002 Winter Olympics and offers a vibrant downtown with a variety of stores, attractions, and restaurants.
Today’s journey continues alongside some of Wyoming’s most beautiful mountain ranges into Utah. Arrive in Salt Lake City and enjoy a sightseeing tour of the capital city and its historic monuments. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner at a local restaurant. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTHISTORIC SPOT The capital city of Utah was first established in 1847 by early pioneer settlers led by Brigham Young, who exclaimed, “This is the place,” upon seeing its vistas and verdant landscapes. The city played host to the 2002 Winter Olympics and offers a vibrant downtown with a variety of stores, attractions, and restaurants.
SALT LAKE CITY
Say goodbye to your Tour Director and Driver and enjoy a free day to explore Salt Lake City. (B)
SALT LAKE CITY-EMBARK CANYON SPIRIT RAIL (formerly Rocky Mountaineer)-MOAB
Ridin’ the Rails
Depart Salt Lake City in the morning aboard the Canyon Spirit train, where you’ll indulge in breakfast and lunch, as well as a selection of included snacks and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Travel past Provo, through the historic Thistle Tunnels, cross Soldier Summit, and descend the steep and scenic Price River Canyon. Enjoy sweeping views of majestic rock formations of the Book Cliffs as you make your way into Thompson Springs. Disembark the train and visit Canyonlands National Park on an included tour. Discover the stunning vistas of the Island in the Sky District—featuring Shafer Canyon, Grand View Point, and Green River Overlook. Later, arrive in the adventurous town of Moab with time to enjoy the sunset or dinner at a local restaurant. (B,L)
Depart Salt Lake City in the morning aboard the Canyon Spirit train, where you’ll indulge in breakfast and lunch, as well as a selection of included snacks and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Travel past Provo, through the historic Thistle Tunnels, cross Soldier Summit, and descend the steep and scenic Price River Canyon. Enjoy sweeping views of majestic rock formations of the Book Cliffs as you make your way into Thompson Springs. Disembark the train and visit Canyonlands National Park on an included tour. Discover the stunning vistas of the Island in the Sky District—featuring Shafer Canyon, Grand View Point, and Green River Overlook. Later, arrive in the adventurous town of Moab with time to enjoy the sunset or dinner at a local restaurant. (B,L)
MOAB-CANYON SPIRIT RAIL (formerly Rocky Mountaineer)-GLENWOOD SPRINGS
Colorful Colorado
Explore the breathtaking beauty of Arches National Park on an included scenic tour this morning. Or enjoy free time in Moab with a leisurely start to the day. This afternoon, depart Moab on the Canyon Spirit train and travel east crossing the Utah-Colorado border. Continue through the Colorado Canyons National Conservation Area with views of Parachute Creek and Mount Logan, while following the picturesque Colorado River. Take in the beautiful red rock formations, desert cliffs of Ruby Canyon, and the mountain vistas. Overnight in historic Glenwood Springs, Colorado. (B,L,D)
Explore the breathtaking beauty of Arches National Park on an included scenic tour this morning. Or enjoy free time in Moab with a leisurely start to the day. This afternoon, depart Moab on the Canyon Spirit train and travel east crossing the Utah-Colorado border. Continue through the Colorado Canyons National Conservation Area with views of Parachute Creek and Mount Logan, while following the picturesque Colorado River. Take in the beautiful red rock formations, desert cliffs of Ruby Canyon, and the mountain vistas. Overnight in historic Glenwood Springs, Colorado. (B,L,D)
GLENWOOD SPRINGS-CANYON SPIRIT RAIL (formerly Rocky Mountaineer)-DENVER
Mile High City
Depart Glenwood Springs and travel onboard Canyon Spirit, with sweeping views of rugged canyons and the Colorado River as you cross the Continental Divide en route to Denver. Soon, you’ll arrive in the Mile High City of Denver. Transfer to the hotel in Denver. (B,L)
Depart Glenwood Springs and travel onboard Canyon Spirit, with sweeping views of rugged canyons and the Colorado River as you cross the Continental Divide en route to Denver. Soon, you’ll arrive in the Mile High City of Denver. Transfer to the hotel in Denver. (B,L)
DENVER
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Want to explore more of Denver on your own? Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)
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At Globus, we’re not just hooked on travel as a destination, but on the way travel makes you feel. Our promise is to craft adventures you’ll want to re-live forever. Our story began more than 90 years ago, when a young Swiss Antonio Mantegazza began transporting tourists across Lake Lugano on his rowboat, sharing stories and revealing local secrets along the way. On that lake, Globus was born. Discovering a passion for tourism and a knack for business, Antonio’s services expanded beyond river transport to bus touring, from Switzerland to Europe and then, the world. After 90 years curating travel wonderment, our passion for curating the perfect trip remains. At Globus, we have the experience and local knowledge to craft immersive adventures that make you feel alive. Expect to see all the major sites, but then go deeper, to the beating heart of every new discovery. As they say, when you’re in the moment, it’s not what you know, but who you know, and you’ll quickly discover our Tour Directors know all the local secrets and insider tips. Let us connect you with a new world of people, places and experiences that will ignite your imagination. It's time to tour with Globus.
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