Five Epic National Parks

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Ticking off five National Parks in just nine days, delve into the Old West from the peaks of the Grand Tetons, geysers at Yellowstone National Park and spires of Bryce Canyon. Cap it off with a relaxing tram ride through Zion National Park and a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in the Grand Canyon.

Departure dates

From 11/05/2024 to 20/10/2024

What's included

Highlights.
3 Dinner (D)8 Breakfast (B)1 Lunch (L)Pocatello: A warm welcome is waiting at family-owned and operated Swore Farms that includes a farm as well as a corn maze and pumpkin patch in the fall.
Meet Wendy, who shares in a funny and heartfelt way .
All porterage and restaurant gratuitiesAudio headsets for flexible sightseeingCherry-picked hotels, all tried and trustedAn expert Travel Director and professional DriverLuxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening mealsMust-see sightseeing and surprise extrasOptional Experiences and free timeAll hotel tips, charges and local taxesAll transport and transfers shownOn occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised.
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Itinerary / more information

  • Day 1 Get ready for your journey through the Old West and epic national landmarks in the intrepid adventurer's town of Jackson. Check in to your hotel and enjoy an afternoon strolling past the art galleries in town, ranked as one of the top five art markets in the country, before meeting your fellow travellers for a Welcome Dinner this evening to kick off your US National Park tour.
  • Day 2 See Grand Teton National Park with the shimmering peaks of the Teton range rising up above alpine forests and lakes. The park is famous for its 45-mile-long Teton Mountain Range, including eight peaks over 3,658 m in elevation. Several glacier carved lakes dominate the park's landscape, Jenny Lake being the most popular. Grand Teton a top-notch destination for wildlife sightings including black bears, gray wolves, eagles and river badgers. This afternoon, opt to sail into the sky on an aerial tram ride to the peak of Rendezvous Mountain offering 360-degree views of the Tetons, Jackson Hole and the Snake River Valley.
  • Day 3 Grand Teton National Park promises mountain peaks, lakes and forests. Explore the alpine landscapes, keeping your camera at hand to capture the picturesque backdrop of the 40-mile long Teton Mountain Range for today's drive. See parts of Yellowstone's lower loop before arriving in West Yellowstone, the gateway to the world's oldest national park and a boon for outdoors enthusiasts of all ages. Get a taste of what's to come tomorrow on your US National Park tour exploring the gateway city of West Yellowstone lined with attractions including the Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center, The Playmill Theatre and Museum of the Yellowstone.
  • Day 4 See how Yellowstone, America's first National Park, is in a league of its own. From over 500 spouting geysers and bubbling mud pots to turquoise hot springs, this geothermal wonderland is an endless playground. Pay a visit to Old Faithful, watching as its waters arc high into the air. Stop at more photo-worthy sights including Canyon Village, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and Hayden Valley. Have your eagle eyes ready as you try to spot the park's resident bison, grizzlies and elk while navigating scenic drives and valleys.
  • Day 5 Get ready for a taste of all things local on your US National Park tour on your journey to Salt Lake City with a stop in Pocatello for a special Be My Guest experience at Swore Farms. At this family owned and operated farm, meet Wendy, mother, farmer and award-winning author for a tour of the farm and greenhouses followed by lunch. Discover the secrets of Wendy's family's passion for farming and living a rural lifestyle before travelling south. In Utah's capital, the center of the Mormon religion, delve into history at the Salt Lake City Temple Square and explore on your own. This evening, join your fellow travellers for dinner.
  • Day 6 Explore the eerie hoodoo spires of Bryce Canyon National Park in one of the country's most remarkable landscapes. Admire its deep canyons, juniper pine trees and secret hideaways in an amphitheatre of rusty red, pink and orange limestone spires. Unlock more other-worldly landscapes at Zion National Park's towering cream, pink and red cliffs and unusual biodiversity. A stroll along some of its many trails find you following in the footsteps of Native Americans and the earliest pioneers.
  • Day 7 Zion Canyon promises soaring canyon walls and the winding Virgin River, and your private tram ride along the valley floor will have you delving into some of the park's most treasured spots. Next up on your US National Park tour, we stop at Desert Viewpoint for a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER(R) Experience to support the development of the Intertribal Cultural Heritage Site. Here, you will be able to interact with Native Americans from 11 traditionally associated tribes of the Grand Canyon. Connect with local Indigenous artists who will talk about their crafts and share their experiences through storytelling, family histories and cultural demonstrations such as carpet weaving and traditional song and dance performances. Your day ends with a Stays with Stories experience at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel in historic Williams just steps away from Route 66.
  • Day 8 Visit one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage site, Grand Canyon National Park. Experience the park on an optional morning flightseeing ride. Then, take in views on the ground as you learn about this natural spectacle. Celebrate your journey with a Farewell Dinner at Fred Harvey restaurant. Enjoy the restaurant's railroad atmosphere complete with entr?es inspired by recipes used on classic American railroads.
  • Day 9 You're treated to a classic road trip on iconic Route 66. Slice through desert landscapes bound for the desert playground of Las Vegas where you will be transferred to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport or consider extending your US National Park tour.
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