Scenic Parks Explorer

Tour Information

13nt Tour Begins & Ends Las Vegas: 1nt Las Vegas; 1nt Bryce Canyon National Park; 1nt Salt Lake City; 1nt Jackson; 2nts Yellowstone National Park; 1nt Billings; 2nts Rapid City; 1nt Denver; 1nt Moab; 1nt Kayenta; 1nt Grand Canyon National Park

Day 1

Fly from Ireland – Las Vegas
Welcome to Las Vegas! A complimentary transfer is provided to the tour hotel. Your Tour Director is available at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer your questions. Join us at 6:00pm for a Welcome Drink at the hotel.
Overnight: Tropicana, Las Vegas

Day 2

Las Vegas – Zion National Park – Bryce Canyon
Today we travel through St. George before reaching Zion National Park. See the massive and colorful rock formations of Zion Canyon ascending toward the blue sky. Next, on to Bryce Canyon National Park, where sandstone spires refl ect vibrant hues from every vista point. Here we visit the amphitheater of hoodoos, the odd shaped stone monoliths. (Full breakfast / Dinner)
Overnight: Ruby’s Inn

Day 3

Bryce Canyon – Salt Lake City
Today our Tour Director shares a Hidden Treasure with us. We’re off to Salt Lake City, headquarters of the Mormon religion. Here our orientation tour includes the Assembly Hall and the Tabernacle, home of the famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir. (Full breakfast)
Overnight: Hilton Salt Lake City Centre

Day 4

Salt Lake City – Jackson
We travel north along the edge of the Great Salt Lake and across the Oregon Trail en route to Jackson. There is time to wander through this authentic old-western town before this evening’s Highlight Dinner. (Full breakfast / Highlight dinner)
Overnight: Antler Inn

Day 5

Jackson – Grand Teton – Yellowstone National Park (2 nights)
We travel through the scenic Grand Teton National Park, past sparkling Jenny Lake, on our way to Yellowstone National Park, an amazing geothermal wonderland. Home to an astounding array of elk and bears, Yellowstone also has one of the few large herds of buffalo still in existence. We stay inside Yellowstone for two nights, with plenty of time to enjoy the spectacular surroundings. (When the South Entrance is closed due to weather conditions, the tour will travel west from Jackson via Idaho and enter Yellowstone National Park through the West Entrance.) (Full breakfast / Dinner)
Overnight: National Park Lodges

Day 6

Yellowstone National Park sightseeing
Enjoy a full day tour of Yellowstone National Park. Highlights include the world’s most extraordinary collection of geysers, hot springs and bubbling mud pools, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River with its thundering waterfalls, Yellowstone Lake, endless forests and the famous Old Faithful Geyser which erupts almost every hour. (Full breakfast)
Overnight: National Park Lodges

Day 7

Yellowstone – Cody – Billings
We head to Cody, named after its most famous resident, Buffalo Bill Cody. Here we learn about his adventures during a visit to the Buffalo Bill Historical Center. Then we journey on to the historic cattle town of Billings, Montana. (Full breakfast / Dinner)
Overnight: Crowne Plaza Hotel Billings

Day 8

Billings – Deadwood – Rapid City (2 nights)
We travel to the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, site of the infamous Custer’s Last Stand. Our next stop is in Deadwood where we join a private tour by trolley and learn about legends of the Wild West. We then make our way to Rapid City. (Full breakfast)
Overnight: Radisson Rapid City

Day 9

Black Hills excursion
Today we journey through the scenic Black Hills. We learn the story behind Mount Rushmore before viewing this incredible sculpture depicting four great American Presidents. We then stop at the Crazy Horse Memorial honoring all Native Americans. This evening is at leisure. (Full breakfast)
Overnight: Radisson Rapid City

Day 10

Rapid City – Denver
Today we drive through the Black Hills National Forest, home to a variety of wildlife, and through the grassland prairies of South Dakota and Wyoming en route to Colorado’s capital city – Denver. (Full breakfast / Dinner)
Overnight: Grand Hyatt Denver

Day 11

Denver – Arches National Park – Moab
We drive into the Rocky Mountains and stop at the famous resort of Vail where there is time for a short stroll through this quaint alpine village. Following the Colorado River, we travel through the spectacular scenery of the Rockies and enter Utah. Here we explore the wonderland of Arches National Park, home to stone arches and balancing rock formations, before arriving in Moab. (Full breakfast)
Overnight: Red Cliffs Lodge

Day 12

Moab – Mesa Verde – Kayenta
Today our Tour Director reveals another Hidden Treasure. We visit Mesa Verde National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and learn about the Native American tribes who lived in the canyons’ amazing cliff dwellings. We continue to Kayenta on the Navajo Indian Reservation. (Full breakfast / Dinner)
Overnight: Hampton Inn Kayenta

Day 13

Kayenta – Monument Valley – Grand Canyon
We join a local guide and explore the giant, world-famous monoliths of Monument Valley aboard open-air vehicles. We then continue to the magnificent Grand Canyon. There is plenty of time to explore this natural wonder, stroll the rim or maybe venture down the Bright Angel Trail. This evening, we enjoy a Farewell Dinner followed by a walk along the rim at sunset. (Full breakfast / Farewell dinner)
Overnight: National Park Lodges

Day 14

Grand Canyon – Depart Las Vegas
This morning is at leisure for optional flightseeing tours before we drive along parts of the famous Route 66 as we head back toward Las Vegas. Complimentary transfers are provided to Las Vegas International Airport and the tour hotel in Las Vegas for passengers extending their stay. (Full breakfast)
Please do not schedule any flights before 6.30pm

Day 15

Arrival back to Ireland

What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights

• Zion National Park: Discover Zion Canyon’s dramatic towering cliffs.
• Bryce Canyon National Park: View the colorful and whimsical hoodoos.
• Salt Lake City: Enjoy an orientation tour including Temple Square.
• Jackson: Overnight in this authentic Old-West town.
• Grand Teton National Park: View soaring peaks and abundant wildlife.
• Yellowstone National Park: Enjoy America’s fi rst national park.
• Cody: Visit the Buffalo Bill Historical Center.
• Little Bighorn Battlefield: See the site of Custer’s Last Stand.
• Black Hills: View Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorials.
• Arches National Park: View amazing natural rock formations.
• Mesa Verde National Park: Discover outstanding cliff dwellings.
• Monument Valley: Tour with a local guide in open-air vehicles.
• Denver: Stay in the heart of America’s Mile High City.
• Grand Canyon National Park: Overnight right inside the park.
• Deadwood: Tour this National Historic Landmark by private trolley.

Dining Highlights

• 13 full breakfasts
• 3 three-course dinners
• 2 buffet dinners
• Local highlight restaurant dinner in Jackson
• Farewell Dinner with wine at the Grand Canyon
• 20 included meals in total (see day by day itinerary)

First Class Travel Highlights

• First Class hotel accommodation includes two-bedded rooms with private facilities, all hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes.
• Touring by luxury air-conditioned motorcoach with reclining seats and onboard restroom.
• The services of a top professional Tour Director.
• A stylish wallet, travel documents and Welcome on Tour book with map.
• Complimentary airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 14.