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America's National Parks with Denver

America's National Parks with Denver

11 day tour from Denver to Salt Lake City
Tour Operator
Globus
Departures
May 6, 2026 – Oct 4, 2027
Prices From
$4,299
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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. After meeting herds of elk, bison, and other area locals, city slickers can get their fix with a visit to lively Salt Lake City. Kick off your national parks vacation by kicking around Colorado’s cosmopolitan capital. The list of things to do in the “Mile High City” is easily a mile long. Museums and music, breweries, boutiques, and performing arts and parks await. PLUS, your tour includes your choice of excursions in Cody so you can plan your day your way.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
DENVER, 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.
Day 2
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.
Day 3
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.
Day 4
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.
Day 5
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.
Day 6
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.
Day 7
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.
Day 8
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 [LOCAL FAVORITE] 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.
Day 9
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 TIME EXPLORE 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.
Day 10
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 HIGHLIGHT HISTORIC 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.
Day 11
SALT LAKE CITY
Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. Want to explore more of Salt Lake City on your own? Extra nights are available for purchase. (B)

What's Included

Meals
Breakfast daily, 4 dinners

Hotels

Denver | Embassy Suites Denver Downtown
Superior First-Class
Denver, United States
1420 Stout St
Free WiFi
Conveniently located across the street from The Colorado Convention Center. Explore the vibrant 16th Street Mall and its free MallRide shuttle to Union Station just a five-minute walk away. Catch ball games at Pepsi Center and Coors Field, both within a mile.
Rapid City | The Rushmore Hotel
First-Class
Rapid City, United States
445 Mt. Rushmore Road
Free WiFi
The Rushmore Hotel Rapid City is a great place to rest after spending a busy day in Rapid City exploring everything the city offers. The hotel is an eco-friendly hotel representing sustainability in South Dakota. The rooms have a fun decor showcasing the beauty and flavor of South Dakota.
Sheridan | Best Western Sheridan Center
Moderate First-Class
Sheridan, United States
612 N. Main Street
Free WiFi
The hotel is located at the base of the astonishing Big Horn Mountain Range in historic downtown Sheridan. It is convenient to many local area attractions as well as shopping and dining. The hotel has a restaurant, lounge, indoor pool, hot tub, guest laundry, business center, and high-speed Internet access.
Cody | Holiday Inn Buffalo Bill Village - Cody
First-Class
Cody, United States
1701 Sheridan Avenue
Free WiFi
Located downtown, the Holiday Inn Cody is minutes away from local shops, restaurants, and attractions. Amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool, a fitness center, a gift shop, and 189 guestrooms.
Yellowstone National Park | Yellowstone National Park Lodges
National Park
Yellowstone National Park, United States
Yellowstone National Park
Free WiFi
Each Yellowstone National Park Lodge has its own unique setting and atmosphere. The specific lodge for your vacation will be confirmed closer to departure. Lodges featured in Yellowstone National Park are the Old Faithful Inn, Lake Yellowstone Hotel, Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel, Grant Village, Canyon Lodge, and Old Faithful Snow Lodge.
Jackson | Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole Creekside
First-Class
Jackson, United States
475 North Cache Street
Free WiFi
The Rustic Inn Creekside Resort & Spa welcomes guests with warm Western hospitality. Outdoor enthusiasts and hedonists alike indulge in the lavishly appointed historic lodging accommodations and luxury log cabins.
Salt Lake City | Radisson Hotel Downtown Salt Lake City
First-Class
Salt Lake City, United States
215 West South Temple
Free WiFi
The Radisson is located in downtown Salt Lake City near ample shopping, dining, and attractions. The hotel has concierge service, indoor pool, hot tub, fitness center, guest laundry, gift shop, business center, restaurant, lounge, and room service.

Itinerary Dates & Prices

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May 06, 2026
End Date
May 16, 2026
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$4,439
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May 20, 2026
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May 30, 2026
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$4,549
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May 27, 2026
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Jun 06, 2026
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$4,299
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Jun 03, 2026
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Jun 13, 2026
Our Price
$5,489
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Jun 06, 2026
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Jun 16, 2026
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$4,609
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Jun 17, 2026
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Jun 27, 2026
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$4,859
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Jun 24, 2026
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Jul 04, 2026
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$5,519
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Jul 15, 2026
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Jul 25, 2026
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$4,709
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Jul 18, 2026
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Jul 28, 2026
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$5,009
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Aug 12, 2026
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Aug 22, 2026
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$4,709
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Aug 19, 2026
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Aug 29, 2026
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$5,519
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Aug 26, 2026
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Sep 05, 2026
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$4,859
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Aug 31, 2026
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Sep 10, 2026
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$4,859
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Sep 02, 2026
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Sep 12, 2026
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$4,859
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Sep 05, 2026
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Sep 15, 2026
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$5,519
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Sep 07, 2026
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Sep 17, 2026
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$4,859
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Sep 09, 2026
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Sep 19, 2026
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Sep 12, 2026
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Sep 22, 2026
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Sep 14, 2026
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Sep 24, 2026
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Sep 16, 2026
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Sep 26, 2026
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Oct 03, 2026
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$4,829
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Sep 26, 2026
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Oct 06, 2026
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Oct 03, 2026
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Oct 13, 2026
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May 05, 2027
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May 15, 2027
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May 12, 2027
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May 22, 2027
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$5,139
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May 17, 2027
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May 27, 2027
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May 22, 2027
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Jun 01, 2027
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Jun 03, 2027
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Jun 12, 2027
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Jun 15, 2027
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Jul 01, 2027
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Jul 24, 2027
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Aug 26, 2027
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Aug 28, 2027
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Oct 02, 2027
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Oct 12, 2027
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Oct 04, 2027
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Oct 14, 2027
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