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GLOBUS: PARKS & CANYONS SPECTACULAR (AP)
13 days from Rapid City to Las Vegas
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 Marvel at the West's premier natural wonders on this 6-state escorted tour. Your vacation starts in Rapid City, South Dakota, with visits to the Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Visit the Little Bighorn Battlefield in Montana and tour the battlegrounds where Custer was defeated. Continue to Cody, Wyoming, then head to Yellowstone National Park to see magnificent views of Yellowstone Canyon, Lower Falls, and world-famous Old Faithful Geyser. Journey into breathtaking Grand Teton National Park for a delightful walk along glacier-fed Jenny Lake, and experience a chuck wagon cookout, Wild West show, and free time in Jackson. Next, it's on to Salt Lake City, Utah, for a sightseeing tour; then marvel at the 'hoodoos' and dramatic landscapes of Bryce Canyon National Park and Zion National Park. Continue into Arizona to Page, on the shores of Lake Powell, for an afternoon cruise. Cross the Painted Desert to the amazing Grand Canyon, where you witness amazing and mouth-dropping beauty. Your hotel is located on the rim of the Grand Canyon, giving you a rare opportunity for great views. Finally, travel part of the legendary Route 66 to Las Vegas, where this spectacular escorted tour ends. On this vacation through some of the West's premier national parks, you see breathtaking scenery that cannot be found anywhere else! Fall Foliage Departures:Enjoy the spectacular fall colors of the West on our special Fall Foliage departures: September 17-October 1 (if Mother Nature permits).
HOTELS
Rapid City Radisson Rapid City (F), Sheridan Holiday Inn (F), Cody Holiday Inn Buffalo Bill Village (F), Yellowstone N.P. Yellowstone Lodges/Annex (NP), Jackson Rustic Inn (F), Salt Lake City Radisson Hotel (F), Bryce Canyon Ruby's Inn (F), Lake Powell Lake Powell Resort (F), Grand Canyon Grand Canyon Lodges (NP), Las Vegas Treasure Island (MD)
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| Call (800) 468-2359 for more information or to book today! Mention code 8656608 | | Globus | | Offer valid through 11/30/2009 | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Rapid City | Welcome to the heart of America! At 6 pm, meet your traveling companions for a welcome drink. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure. | | Day 2 | Rapid City | After an orientation tour of Rapid City, visit CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL, built in honor of the fearless Sioux Indian chief whose fame is derived from 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. Maybe stroll along the Presidential Trail for more intimate views, or visit the Information Center. (B) | | Day 3 | Sheridan | This morning, enjoy a drive through BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST and experience the area's colorful history with a guided tour of DEADWOOD, once a wild gold-mining town, and hear the stories of legendary Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. Afterward, visit TATANKA to learn 'The Story of the Bison,' and experience the richness of the Lakota people, a Plains Indian buffalo culture. Then, continue through the Black Hills to the cattle town of Sheridan at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains. (B,D)The following dates will overnight at the Ranch at Ucross on Day 3: 05/14, 05/21, 05/22, 05/28, 08/27, 09/03, 09/10, 09/24, 09/25, and 10/01. | | Day 4 | Cody | Journey this morning into southern Montana to visit LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD, 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. Afterward, continue your scenic drive through the Bighorn Mountains, stopping at Shell Falls en route to Cody, with time for an optional float trip on the Shoshone River. (B) | | Day 5 | Yellowstone National Park | This morning, visit the BUFFALO BILL HISTORICAL CENTER, a fine museum of historic weapons and Western art. Then, continue through Shoshone National Forest to YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, established in 1872 as the world's first national park. Travel along Grand Loop Road to Artist Point on the south rim with magnificent views of Yellowstone Canyon and the spectacular Lower Falls, almost twice as high as Niagara Falls. Next, stop at Fountain Paint Pots to see the bubbling mud. Rejoin Grand Loop Road and enjoy several photo stops along the way to your hotel, including world-famous Old Faithful Geyser. (B,D)Note: The routing and areas visited within Yellowstone are subject to favorable weather and/or road conditions. When conditions are unfavorable, the routing may be adjusted accordingly. | | Day 6 | Jackson | Journey south this morning 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 before ending the day in the all-Western town of Jackson. This evening, experience dinner at the BAR T-5 CHUCK WAGON COOKOUT and Wild West show. (B,D) | | Day 7 | Jackson | Full day at leisure to enjoy this spectacular playground. Perhaps choose an optional float trip along the Snake River or stroll along the downtown boardwalks and enjoy a drink at one of the swing-door saloons. (B) | | Day 8 | Salt Lake City | Today's journey continues alongside some of Wyoming's most beautiful mountain ranges into Utah, home to five national parks. Arrive in Salt Lake City, founded by Brigham Young in 1847. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the capital city and its historic monuments. (B) | | Day 9 | Bryce Canyon | Today, travel through sagebrush landscape to BRYCE CANYON, a national park with a beauty all its own. Take a leisurely drive with photo stops to capture the bright red, yellow, and pink pillars called 'hoodoos.' The balance of the day is at leisure and your overnight is at the entrance to Bryce Canyon National Park. (B,D) | | Day 10 | Lake Powell | Travel to ZION NATIONAL PARK with its dramatic landscape of sculptured canyons and soaring cliffs resembling temples and cathedrals. With your sightseeing tour you'll have an opportunity to experience the park up-close and personal. Then, continue into Arizona and the town of Page, nestled on the shores of Lake Powell. Appreciate its majestic beauty on an afternoon CRUISE to Glen Canyon Dam and the 'tapestry' walls of Antelope Canyon. (B,D) | | Day 11 | Grand Canyon | This morning, you may wish to join our optional flight over Monument Valley for a bird's-eye view of the red sandstone monoliths, made famous by many Western movies and TV shows. Afterward, cross the Painted Desert with its ever-changing color scheme, and catch your first glimpse of the world-famous GRAND CANYON, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. An afternoon arrival allows plenty of free time to explore the canyon rim on your own. Be sure to take an evening stroll to savor the magnificent sunset. (B,D)Special Feature: Your hotel tonight is located on the rim of the Grand Canyon, a rare opportunity for great views and a significant extra by traveling with Globus. | | Day 12 | Las Vegas | For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, take our optional flightseeing tour over the Grand Canyon. Then, travel on part of legendary Route 66 to Las Vegas, one of America's most famous cities. Enjoy a sightseeing tour while en route to your resort hotel, located in the heart of the 'Strip' for easy access to all the mega-casinos and amusement parks. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner. (B,D) | | Day 13 | Las Vegas | Your vacation ends this morning with guests departing on independent schedules. Transfers are provided to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport. (B) |
| | US$ Price Details
Single Room Supplement: $988Triple Room Reduction per person: $204Extra nights per person in Rapid City:in single room $150; in twin room $92; in triple room $77Extra nights per person in Las Vegas:Weekdays (Sun.-Thu.): in single room $128; in twin room $84; in triple room $82Weekends (Fri.-Sat.): in single room $196; in twin room $118; in triple room $105
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Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature. |
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