Exploring America's Great Parks 2024
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Tour Itinerary
Catch a falling star and put it in your pocket on this ultimate bucket list vacation to six western states and the country’s most popular parks, memorials, and monuments. Grand Canyon. Grand Teton. Yellowstone. Mt. Rushmore. Arches. Bryce Canyon. Zion. Get ready to cross them all off your list as you cross through the spectacular scenery of Arizona, Utah, Colorado, South Dakota, and Wyoming on this essential national parks vacation. In between the canyons, peaks, arches, waterfalls, forests and geysers, you’ll be equally wowed by star-studded night skies, 4-wheel drive tours, backcountry cookouts, and even a buffalo safari. VIP experiences go beyond the presidential sculptures of the Black Hills to a two-night stay at the historic Game Lodge at Custer State Park, which served as the “Summer White House” to president Calvin Coolidge. This national parks tour also includes visits to the capital cities of Denver and Salt Lake City – and the entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas.
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Day 1
ARRIVE IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADAWelcome to the “Entertainment Capital of the World!” At 6 pm, meet your Tour Director and fellow travel companions for a welcome drink.FREE TIME TIPSEXPLORE MORE in Las Vegas with the free time to stroll the bright lights of the Strip, maybe throw a few dice, or try your hand at the slot machines. Your Tour Director has all the tips you need to experience Vegas in style. Check your GlobusGO mobile app for maps and dining suggestions as well!
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Day 2
LAS VEGAS–GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, ARIZONALife is Grand Depart the glittering lights and glamour of Las Vegas for one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, Grand Canyon National Park. Carved through the rocks of the Colorado Plateau over millions of years, the canyon is more than a mile deep and 10 miles wide, revealing billions of years of geological history. Tonight, savor a sunset in one of the most beautiful places in the world. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Grand Canyon National Park spans 278 miles of the Colorado River on the ancestral homeland of 11 Associated Tribes, Marvel at one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World as you experience the dramatic views across one of the most spectacular examples of landscapes carved by water and wind found anywhere in the world—unmatched in the incomparable vistas it offers visitors on the rim. Afternoon arrival allows free time to explore the canyon rim on your own. Be sure to take an evening stroll to savor the magnificent sunset.
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Day 3
GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK–MONUMENT VALLEY NAVAJO TRIBAL PARKAncient Lands This morning, you may want to join an exciting helicopter flight over the canyon or enjoy a hike on one of the trails. We then travel north through Arizona and into the Navajo Nation to Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park for a [LF] 4-wheel-drive backcountry adventure. Your local Navajo guide will show you some of the valley’s most incredible scenery. Tonight will be spent at historic Goulding’s Lodge, where you will be treated to a private [LF] Navajo backcountry cookout. (B,D) LOCAL FAVORITECULTURE & TRADITION Join a Navajo Guide for an authentic experience in the red rock backcountry with a private cookout. Hear fascinating stories of legends and folklore that bring this remarkable region to life.
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Day 4
MONUMENT VALLEY NAVAJO TRIBAL PARK– ARCHES NATIONAL PARK–GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADORock Stars Today, travel north to Moab for a bit of free time before continuing to the incredible landscape of Arches National Park. Later, cross into Colorado to Grand Junction for a free evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Arches National Park features more than 2,000 natural sandstone arches and formations, including the legendary Balanced Rock, Park Avenue, and Delicate Arch. See the world through this sculpted landscape carved through timeless wind and water.
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Day 5
GRAND JUNCTION–COLORADO NATIONAL MONUMENT–DENVERRocky Mountain Highs This morning, visit a hidden gem, the Colorado National Monument, for sweeping views of sheer-walled canyons and the desert land of the high Colorado Plateau below. Then journey east across the Rocky Mountains to the “Mile High City” of Denver. This evening is free to explore the vibrant city. Why not stroll the city’s pedestrian 16th Street Mall, explore the renovated Union Station, or take advantage of the shopping, dining, and entertainment? (B)FREE TIME TIPSEXPLORE MORE with a free evening in Denver. Stroll the pedestrian 16th Street Mall, dine in LoDo (Lower Downtown), or explore the renovated Union Station evoking the golden era of train travel. Your Tour Director and GlobusGO mobile app have loads of tips, maps, and major sights to see.
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Day 6
DENVER–CUSTER STATE PARK, SOUTH DAKOTAWhere the Bison & the Antelope Play Travel across the windswept landscape of Wyoming and into the Black Hills of South Dakota. Spend the next two nights in beautiful Custer State Park. Formed in 1897, the park is the second-largest state park in America. Its 73,000 breathtaking acres are home to a variety of wildlife, including bison, pronghorn antelope, mountain goats, whitetail deer, bighorn sheep, mountain lions, wild burros, and elk. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHTACCOMMODATION SPOTLIGHT Stay at the historic State Game Lodge, which served as the “Summer White House” for Presidents Calvin Coolidge and Dwight D. Eisenhower. The gracious native stone and wood lodge, built in 1920, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Relax with a cool drink on the front porch and let Mother Nature entertain you.
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Day 7
CUSTER STATE PARK. EXCURSION TO MOUNT RUSHMORE & CRAZY HORSE MEMORIALCarved in History This morning, visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial, which stands as a shrine to democracy. The epic sculpture depicts the faces of four legendary American presidents who symbolize this nation’s rich history, rugged determination, and lasting achievement. Then, visit the Crazy Horse Memorial, built in honor of the fearless Sioux Chief, Tasunke Witco, widely known as Crazy Horse, whose renown is derived from the Battle of Little Bighorn. Learn about the sculpture, his family, and the future of the project. Later, return to Custer State Park and be a part of an exciting [LF] Buffalo Safari with a Local Expert. Have your camera ready for great photo opportunities! Then, enjoy a backcountry [LF] chuckwagon cookout, complete with Western entertainment. (B,D)LOCAL FAVORITEWILD WONDERS Explore the Wild West across the Black Hills of South Dakota. Board an open-air off-road vehicle in search of Bison herds with a Local Expert. Hear the history and legends of this beautiful landscape and the importance of the American Bison. Later, enjoy an authentic chuckwagon cookout with western music and dance. A trip back in time to the Old West’s untamed beauty.
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Day 8
CUSTER STATE PARK–DEADWOOD–SHERIDAN, WYOMINGGunslingers & Goldminers Start today by exploring the Wild West town of Deadwood. Next, enjoy a scenic drive through the Black Hills to the frontier town of Sheridan, located at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY FOOTSTEPS Take a journey through time as you travel down cobblestone streets and hear stories of all the legendary characters that contributed to the town’s history, such as Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane, and Potato Creek Johnny.
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Day 9
SHERIDAN–YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARKThe First National Park Travel over the Big Horn Mountains to Yellowstone National Park, established in 1872 as the world’s first national park. Spend the next two days exploring the beauty of this National treasure, spanning nearly 3,500 square miles atop a volcanic hot spot. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATURAL WONDERS Designated as a national park by law 150 years ago, President Ulysses S. Grant worked to preserve and protect the wild landscapes, native heritage, spectacular wildlife, and extraordinary geologic and ecological phenomena that make this Rocky Mountain paradise a treasure today and for future generations to treasure. From glaciers and geysers to grizzlies and great bison, no one leaves the park without being changed forever by the natural wonder witnessed in any of its 200+ acres of pristine wilderness.
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Day 10
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARKThe Living Earth Spend the day exploring all the wonders of Yellowstone. (B,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT WHERE THE WILD THINGS ARE Explore the untamed wilderness of Yellowstone National Park. See the world famous Old Faithful Geyser, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and Fountain Paint Pot. Be on the lookout for some of the park’s extraordinary wildlife, including moose, bison, elk, deer, bighorn sheep, wolves, bear, fox, coyote, and beaver.
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Day 11
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK–GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK–JACKSONThe Frontier Spirit Journey south today and visit Grand Teton National Park on your way to Jackson. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHT MOUNTAIN MAJESTY Is it any wonder that Grand Teton National Park draws millions of visitors each year? With its magnificent peaks and glacial landscapes, this Rocky Mountain marvel is the perfect pairing of natural grandeur and frontier spirit of the town of Jackson. Find serenity on the shores of gorgeous glacier-fed Jenny Lake and stroll along the shore before continuing to Jackson. This evening, why not visit the Antler Arches, enjoy a drink at the iconic Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, or shop for the perfect cowboy hat?
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Day 12
JACKSON–SALT LAKE CITY, UTAHThis is the Place Continue your journey south today through Wyoming and into Utah. Arrive in Salt Lake City for an orientation tour before arriving at your hotel. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant this evening. (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 right place,” upon seeing its vistas and verdant landscapes. Today, More recently, the city played host to the 2002 Olympics and now offers a vibrant downtown with a variety of stores, attractions, and restaurants.
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Day 13
SALT LAKE CITY–BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARKSeeing Stars Today’s highlight is a visit to unique Bryce Canyon National Park. Spend time in the park capturing the magnificent contrasts of bright red, yellow, and pink pillars called “hoodoos.” Years of erosion have carved colorful sandstone into thousands of spires, arches, and mazes for an unforgettable sight. Free time this evening. (B)TOUR HIGHLIGHTEPIC RIDE Explore Bryce Canyon’s fantastically sculpted rock formations called Hoodoos that resemble castle towers, cathedral spires, and squatting goblins. As the light changes throughout the day, the canyons glow between distinct oranges, reds, and yellows creating a striking background for photographic masterpieces. And stars? The Bryce area is one of the best places for stargazing thanks to its remote location and lack of pollution. On some nights, more than 7,500 stars are visible!
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Day 14
BRYCE CANYON NATIONAL PARK–ZION NATIONAL PARK–LAS VEGAS, NEVADAStones that Touch the Sky After breakfast, say goodbye to the Hoodoos and descend into a stunning ½-mile-deep canyon for Zion National Park. Enjoy a boxed picnic lunch on the front lawn of Zion Lodge with free time to explore. Continue to Las Vegas where your Tour Director hosts a farewell dinner. (B,L,D)TOUR HIGHLIGHT NATIONAL PARK PERFECTION Meaning a place of peace and refuge known to nourish the soul, Zion’s sandstone walls rise thousands of feet above the valleys and cliffs high above the canyon floor’s lush greenery and snaking Virgin River. Here, Native people and pioneers first gazed skyward at soaring cliffs of cream, pink, and red piercing the brilliant blue sky.
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Day 15
LAS VEGASSafe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Want to explore more in Las Vegas? Additional nights are available for purchase. (B)
Meals: Breakfast
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This vacation visits national parks and other remote locations where some facilities may not be up to the first-class standard you expect from Globus. Some lodges within the parks do not have televisions and other amenities you would expect from most Globus hotels.
On vacations that include an overnight stay in Las Vegas, at least one member of the traveling party must be 21 years of age or older.
Breakfast daily, 1 box lunch in Zion, 6 dinners
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Gratuities for Tour Director and driver are available for pre-purchase.
3300 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas NV, United States
Yavapai East
Grand Canyon AZ, United States
1000 Main Street
Monument Valley UT, United States
743 Horizon Dr.
Grand Junction CO, United States
1672 Lawrence St.
Denver CO, United States
Hwy 16A Custer State Park
Custer State Park SD, United States
612 N. Main Street
Sheridan WY, United States
Mammoth Hot Springs Village
Yellowstone National Park WY, United States
C/O Tw Recreational Services
Yellowstone National Park WY, United States
Old Faithful
Yellowstone National Park WY, United States
Old Faithful
Yellowstone National Park WY, United States
475 North Cache Street
Jackson WY, United States
215 West South Temple
Salt Lake City UT, United States
30 N 100 E
Bryce Canyon National Park UT, United States
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Our tour director was awesome and amazing he explained everything to everyone he took guest ions and answered them all he had our room keys ready every time we came to our destination and our driver was the best smooth driver and stopped at all the places to see amazing views and he knew all the right places to stop and they both gave us plenty of time at rest stops Thank you both so much for an incredible trip we will always remember.
This was our first bus tour and we really enjoyed it. We're already thinking about what the next on will be.
Great itinerary... great tour director... great bus driver. Inconsistent accommodations.
Had an excellent experience with globus. Tour director extremely knowledgeable and bus driver very courteous and professional. Highly recommend this tour.
Very nice trip professionally ran. The accommodations were far better than expected.
This was our 4th trip with Globus. The National Parks Tour (15 days) is very hectic. Even so, not enough time was given to Grand Canyon, or Yellowstone. Our Tour Guide, Bruce was FANTASTIC.
While this trip was fast paced, we enjoyed it very much and had many wonderful experiences. It exceeded our expectations. The Tour Director was excellent and the things we saw and places visited were great. When we review the itinerary we are quite proud and pleased with all that we accomplished. The National Parks should be experienced by everyone.
This was a wonderful trip. The tour director, risten Christenson, was the best we've ever had.
Overall very satisfied. Excellent job. Thanks
Andrew our tour director was fantastic and very knowledgeable.
We had a great time on the Globus Exploring America's Great Parks Tour! We had a fabulous tour director and traveled with a wonderful group of people. Each of the national parks and monuments we visited are majestic and spectacular. We would not have been able to do this on our own. Our Tour Director educated us on the parks, monuments, and the towns we visited and stopped in. The U.S. is a beautiful country and we have some special places that need to be maintained so future generations can experience their beauty and the wildlife that live there. A fabulous trip!
The tour exceeded my expectations.
This trip of the National Parks was fabulous, so much was seen and learned! Affordable Tours and the representative we used were extremely helpful. Yes I certainly would recommend both the trip with Globus and Affordable Tours!
We had good food great hotels and absolutely spectacular scenery. We also had very long tiring bus rides. I guess you have to take the bad with the good if you covering this much of a trip in only 14 days
Very disappointed that both single parties did not receive their trip information at each address. Created a problem because living in two different states - one in New Jersery and the other in Mississippi.
Loved the trip. But future clients must understand you travel almost 3000 miles and 8 states.
Only one hotel was less than expected: Mammoth Hot Springs in Yellowstone. Everything else was great!!
The trip was great. All the places that were described in the booklet we visited. The accomodations we stayed in were very different. We stayed in log cabins on some of the parks. We visited some big cities and got a taste of it. All in all we enjoyed our trip and would definitely use Globus again.
This was a wonderful tour - Our tour director was wonderful and very knowledgable about all the places we visitied. He was attentive, very caring about everyone, Had us on time for our schedule stops. The tour stops were excellent and he also gave us hints about what to expect and what alternatives we could take, ex: one sightseeing path verses another according to ability to walk many miles. Our bus drive, was exceptional. He took all the right turns, was very familiar with our itinerary and drove with exceptional care. I would let him drive me anywhere after seeing the roads and traffic were were in. The comments for improvement could be the accomodations in two of the hotels. The Hilton in Denver is old and needs refurbishing badly. and I realize that Treasure Island is a big hotel with many groups using it but it also is very old and needs updating badly. Compared to the other hotels we visitied in Las Vegas it is shabby. This did not upset our trip. I would do it again and have already rcommended it to friends with our travel agent. He was terrific, patient and answered all my questions. Thank you !
The Globus tour of the Western National Parks certainly exceeded my expectations. The parks were magnificent, however what really made the trip enjoyable were the Globus Tour Director and our bus driver. Both were totally engaged with the entire group and made us all feel as valued customers. The hotels were fine considering some were in the boondocks, and the Globus provided meals were far better than other tours we've been on.
Even with several "hiccups" with our motorcoach, the trip was great! Tour Director was knowledgeable, friendly, and courteous. The bus driver could not have been more attentive and helpful. Another trip full of memories and new friends.
The best escorted trip we have taken. Exceptional tour director, hotel accommodations, meals that were included, itinerary, and attention to details. Would definitely book with Globus again.
Excellent tour. The tour guide was an outstanding professional totally dedicated to exceeding client expectations and exceeded ours. The driver was safe, courteous and always on time or ahead of schedule. The accommodations and meals were very good.
The bus used was brand new but had unacceptable short leg room; less than in the worst economy airline seating.
Our tour director was excellent! She went above and beyond in providing us with information about the places we went to. The movies and videos she showed us were about or related to the places we were visiting. She made sure we kept to our schedule and coped beautifully with the closure of the national parks. I would highly recommend her to anyone.
Our agent was extremely courteous and thoughtful and all information on the tour was delivered promptly. Globus provided exceptional quality - this was literally "the trip of a lifetime" with an excellent Tour Director and a safe and helpful coach driver. Accommodations were superb and EVERY detail was taken care of by Globus staff. Great value and the tour operator was prepared to be flexible and go the extra mile to make the journey memorable. I cannot speak highly enough of the company and the great value for money tour offered through Affordable Tours. Thank you.
From the beginning of our planning for the trip with our agent to our safe arrival home, the trip was a very memorable one and exceeded our expectations for service, tour director, bus driver, accommodations, and itinerary. We will definitely recommend you to our friends. Thank you!
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