Spectacular Canyons and National Parks with Costsaver
13 days
30 Sep 25 to 12 Oct 25
Book by 20 Feb 25
If you’re seeking spectacular sights, this trip delivers beyond expectations. Picture yourself standing at the edge of the mighty Grand Canyon, gazing into its vastness. Then, venture into the iconic Monument Valley, where Hollywood movies come to life against the rugged desert backdrop. In Bryce Canyon, marvel at the twisted hoodoos—rock formations that defy gravity. And don’t miss the steaming geysers of Yellowstone National Park, where nature puts on a captivating show. Throughout your journey from Sin City (Las Vegas) to the fabled, granite-chiseled faces of Mount Rushmore, expect not only incredible icons but also local insights that enrich your experience.
Includes
13 Day Costsaver Guided Holiday
12 Nights in cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
9 Breakfasts, 1 Iconic Breakfast, 1 Lunch
Transport by luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
Optional Experiences at an additional cost during your free time
Sightseeing Highlights
Grand Teton National Park: Explore this popular destination for hiking, camping and fishing
Little Bighorn Battlefield: See the site of the Battle of the Little Bighorn
Monument Valley: Explore in an open-air vehicle tour with a Navajo Local Guide
Yellowstone National Park: Visit the first U.S National Park and much more!
Excludes
Flights
Arrival/ departure transfers
Visas
Travel Insurance
Spending money and items of a personal nature
Extras
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Optional Experiences available at an additional cost
Not all departure dates are definite at time of loading, please enquire with one of our agents
Highlights
12 Nights accommodation
11 Meals
Must-see sightseeing
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Las Vegas
Home to dazzling casinos, glitzy wedding chapels and incredible dining experiences, there’s no better way to kick off your US national parks value tour than in Sin City! Meet up with your Travel Director for a glimpse of what’s to come, then, get right into the bright lights and fun-filled streets however you choose, with a walk through Downtown, head to 'The Strip'...or both! Vegas is your ultimate playground.
Accommodation: Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino
Day 2: Las Vegas – Grand Canyon National Park – Flagstaff
Whether you’re a lover of great scenery or classic roadside attractions, iconic Route 66 has got you covered. Today’s destination? The Grand Canyon, one of the world's seven natural wonders of the world and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take in all the epic vistas of this 2-billion-year-old marvel of nature. Want to make your visit extra special? Why not treat yourself to a once in a lifetime helicopter ride over the North and South Rim? Awestruck, you'll then visit the Grand Canyon Village before arriving in Flagstaff, a laid-back outpost on Route 66.
Accommodation: Days Hotel by Wyndham Flagstaff
Day 3: Flagstaff – Monument Valley – Page
How to kick off a day of adventure on your US national parks value tour? With an iconic breakfast at Charly's Pub & Grill located in one of the oldest hotels in Flagstaff. Next up: Monument Valley, a symbol of the wild west with its rusty red spindles and buttes reaching 36 meters into the air. Dive into the local history and geology teaming up with a local Navajo guide for a Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park Guided Tour, a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience.
Accommodation: Super 8 by Wyndham, Page
Included Meals: Iconic Breakfast
Day 4: Page – Zion National Park – Bryce Canyon
Ahhh, Zion. Famous for its red and white cliffs, canyons and wildflower meadows, buttes, mesas and natural arches. Walk the many hiking trails, take in the sights of the Virgin River and have your camera ready to capture the unique geological formations. Enjoy lunch at Zion Park Lodge before heading out to Bryce Canyon. Choose to join a chuckwagon dinner at Ebenezer's dinner and show or rest up anticipating adventures in this stunning national park tomorrow.
Accommodation: Bryce View Lodge, Bryce Canyon City
Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Bryce Canyon National Park – Salt Lake City
Multicoloured 'hoodoos' and large amphitheatres, this can only be Bryce Canyon National Park. Stand in awe at the open areas whipped into shape by centuries of wind and rain. Walk along one of the juniper lined trails to the rim of the Paunsaugunt Plateau. From colorful scenery to colorful cities, Salt Lake City is your next stop on your US national parks value tour. With an evening full of possibilities, why not head to the downtown area for a stop in one of its tempting restaurants, coffeehouses and laidback bars?
Accommodation: Tru by Hilton Salt Lake City Midvale
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 6: Salt Lake City - Alpine
This morning in Utah's small town feeling capital city, drive by Temple Square, the city's most famous sight. Hey, Wyoming! Where snow-covered mountain ranges seem to rise and fall before your eyes. Arrive in the city of Alpine where three rivers converge against the backdrop of the Tetons. Settle into your hotel this evening situated along the banks of Snake River. Play a round of tennis, stretch out in the indoor, heated swimming pool, or take a stroll through town of Alpine.
Accommodation: The Flying Saddle Resort, Alpine
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 7: Grand Teton National Park and Jackson Free Time
Today on your US national parks value tour, you won’t be able to take your eyes away from the window as you follow the Snake River through the forest and mountains before arriving at Grand Teton National Park. A stroll around Jackson Town Square gets you a lay of the land and admiring the famous elk antlers that signal the gateway to the park - eager to explore. Feeling the call of the outdoors? Join our Snake River Float Trip Choice Experience for a water adventure through the Tetons. This evening back at your hotel, choose to visit Melvin Brewery for a behind-the-scenes look at this booming Alpine brewery.
Accommodation: The Flying Saddle Resort, Alpine
Included Meal: Breakfast
Day 8: Alpine – Yellowstone National Park – West Yellowstone
Hot springs, bubbling mud pots, vast canyons and lush forests as far as the eye can see are yours to behold at Yellowstone National Park. Wildlife seekers, get ready for a treat! Grizzly bears, wolves, bison and elk all roam free here. Take your time exploring as you tick off the key sites including the biggest crowd pleaser of them all, Old Faithful, named for its dependable eruption every 44 to 125 minutes.
Accommodation: Brandin' Iron Inn, West Yellowstone
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 9: West Yellowstone – Yellowstone National Park – Cody
One day at Yellowstone surely isn’t enough, and this morning on your US national parks value tour will take you to Mammoth Hot Springs. Said to look like a cave turned inside out, the soft limestone of this area needs to be seen to be believed. Be dazzled by the gradation of colors and levels before you tick off another hot spot: Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. This 19-mile-long canyon bedazzles in shades of yellow, red, white and pink. You'll then head on to the frontier town of Cody, a lively place with saloons that will keep the high energy of the day going into the night. You can even indulge in a Choice Experience, Welcome to Cody: Chamberlin Inn and Irma Hotel Buffet for drinks and dinner in a historic setting.
Accommodation: Buffalo Bill Cabin Village, Cody
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 10: Cody – Little Bighorn Battlefield – Buffalo
Big mountains, big lakes and big stretches of uninterrupted skyline... it’s no wonder Montana has earned the nickname ‘Big Sky Country.' On a free morning in Wyoming, discover the area your way with a Choice Experience visit to the Buffalo Bill Center of the West. Next stop, Little Bighorn Battlefield, the site of the 1876 battle between the US Army's 7th Cavalry and the Lakota and Cheyenne warriors. In Buffalo, your evening is free to explore the city your way.
Accommodation: SureStay Plus by Best Western Buffalo
Day 11: Buffalo – Crazy Horse – Rapid City
The Black Hills region is a mix of canyons and peaks that bridge the Wyoming and South Dakota border. See how it got its nickname from the dark ponderosa pines that cover the hillsides on your way to Crazy Horse monument which has been under construction for over 70 years. Discover more Native American history on your US national parks value tour by paying a visit to the nearby Indian Museum of North America. Tonight, choose to get your first glimpse of Mount Rushmore, learning more about the nation's patriotic past, present and future with a National Park ranger.
Accommodation: Elevation Inn and Suites
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 12: Mount Rushmore and Rapid City Free Time
Sure to be a highlight: Mount Rushmore. As the largest statue-monument in the world, the stony faces of four of America's presidents carved 18 meters tall into the granite hillside loom large -- bigger and more detailed than you could have imagined. Don't miss you chance to join Badlands National Park Sightseeing, learning about the 99,000 hectares that make up the unique geology.
Accommodation: Elevation Inn and Suites
Included Meals: Breakfast
Day 13: Rapid City – Depart Denver
As your tour of the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone National Park - not to mention Las Vegas, Monument Valley, Zion, Bryce Canyon, Grand Teton and Mount Rushmore - comes to an end today, you'll no doubt be reflecting on the phenomenal sights and experiences you've had over the past fortnight. The trip promised spectacular canyons and national parks, and we’re sure you’ll agree you saw the best of it. Complimentary airport drop off at Rapid City Regional Airport will be at 9 AM. Complimentary Airport drop off at Denver International Airport will be at 5:00 PM. Please be aware when booking your flights.
Included Meals: Breakfast
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