Western Frontiers with Rocky Mountaineer Silverleaf
Western Frontiers with Rocky Mountaineer Silverleaf
$6432
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through the Western Frontiers with the Rocky Mountaineer Silverleaf tour. Starting in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, this adventure takes you through the breathtaking landscapes of Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks, the majestic Grand Teton, and the geothermal wonders of Yellowstone. Experience the rich history and culture of the American West with visits to the Buffalo Bill Center, Little Bighorn Battlefield, and the iconic Mount Rushmore. Enjoy unique cultural encounters, such as a festive evening with Lakota Tribe Member Stephen Yellowhawk and a historical dinner at the Billings Depot. The tour culminates with a scenic rail journey through the Rockies, offering panoramic views of rugged canyons and the Colorado River. With expertly guided tours, comfortable accommodations, and delicious meals, this tour promises an enriching exploration of America's natural and cultural treasures. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas
Location: Las Vegas
Accommodation: Horseshoe Las Vegas
Accommodation Name: Horseshoe Las Vegas
Meals Included: Dinner
From glitz and glitter to lavish dining, the desert playground of Las Vegas extends a warm welcome. More than a high energy city of tempting nightlife, the soul-stirring surrounding landscapes make up America’s most beloved national parks. Kick off your US National Park tour meeting your Travel Director for a Welcome Dinner before settling in for your western adventure beginning tomorrow.
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Day 2: Ride Through Colourful Zion National Park
Location: Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park
Accommodation: Best Western Plus Bryce Canyon Grand
Accommodation Name: Best Western Plus Bryce Canyon Grand
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
There’s no better place to admire the Southwest’s Multi-colour landscape than the towering cream, pink and red cliffs of Zion National Park. Drive through the park hugged by red cliffs and stop for lunch at Zion Lodge. Be sure to keep your camera at-the-ready for the enchanting landscapes of Bryce Canyon. Feel dwarfed by the otherworldly rusty red limestone hoodoo spires that rise surreally from the desert floor to Utah’s skies. This evening, perhaps join Ebenezer’s Barn & Grill and The Bryce Canyon Wranglers for an unforgettable evening of live country music and a delicious BBQ dinner.
Day 3: Uncover Bryce Canyon and Salt Lake City
Location: Bryce Canyon National Park, Salt Lake City, Temple Square
Accommodation: Sheraton Salt Lake City
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Salt Lake City
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Fortunately for you, enjoy a second visit to Bryce Canyon National Park where you'll unlock the park's iconic hoodoos. Next up in Salt Lake City, discover the local secrets of Utah's capital seeing its Mormon center, Temple Square and discovering the beliefs and history of the Mormon pioneers who settled here. Salt Lake City is a vibrant and progressive city with cafes, boutiques and new restaurants popping up all the time. Enjoy dinner tonight with your fellow travellers.
Day 4: North to Jackson
Location: Salt Lake City, Jackson, Teton Range
Accommodation: Modern Mountain Motel
Accommodation Name: Modern Mountain Motel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Get ready for a change of scenery on your US National Park tour today, taking in views of Wasatch Range and southeast Idaho as you head north from Salt Lake City to Jackson. Standing in the shadows of the Teton Range’s icy peaks, this mountain town has an Old West look with a modern twist. Get a feel for the outdoor vibe – home to three ski areas and many rugged trails – on your own. Grab dinner this evening in one of the old-timey saloons and steakhouses destined to fuel your adventures through western frontiers.
Day 5: Travel Through Scenic Grand Teton National Park
Location: Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation: National Park Lodges Yellowstone
Accommodation Name: National Park Lodges Yellowstone
Meals Included: Breakfast
Grand Teton National Park’s alpine landscapes of eight peaks tower over 12,000 feet above you. Learn how, established in 1929, Grand Teton is home to a 40-mile mountain range straddling Idaho and Wyoming with views of wildlife, glacier-carved lakes and alpine terrain. Inhabited first by Native Americans and later American pioneers, Grand Teton is the perfect place to explore over 200 miles of hiking trails and take in views of the Tetons from the Snake River. Get your bearings choosing to join a gentle Snake River Float Trip in the Park, learning from your guide about the park’s resident wildlife. The promise of Yellowstone’s geothermal wonderland leads to your next destination. Arriving in Yellowstone, stay right in the heart of it all overnighting at one of the lodges in this iconic national park.
Day 6: See the Grandeur of Yellowstone National Park
Location: Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, Lake Yellowstone, Artists Point, Lower Falls
Accommodation: National Park Lodges Yellowstone
Accommodation Name: National Park Lodges Yellowstone
Meals Included: Breakfast
See how Yellowstone National Park - one of the world’s oldest national parks with over 500 geysers – is in a league of its own. At the end of your visit, you’ll surely appreciate its vastness, variety of landscapes and terrains, wildlife, vegetation, lakes and geologic wonders like the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. Alongside your Travel Director, marvel at Old Faithful, the thousand-year-old geyser which has been shooting water into the sky every 90 minutes for centuries. Stop at Lake Yellowstone, containing the largest number of wild cutthroat trout in North America, before viewing Artists Point. Savour a quiet moment at this viewpoint to watch the stunning cascade of the Lower Falls. Finish off an epic day of sightseeing with one of the many impressive geyser basins where bubbling mud pots and geysers invite you to stand back and watch the show.
Day 7: Experience Big Sky and the Wild West Connect with Locals
Location: Cody, Billings
Accommodation: DoubleTree by Hilton Billings
Accommodation Name: DoubleTree by Hilton Billings
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Welcome to "Buffalo Bill's" Cody," where the spirit of the American West lives on. Visit the Buffalo Bill Center of the West Museum to unlock the town’s history before taking your wild west adventure to the next level in Big Sky Country. At the historic Billings Depot, you're treated to a Western dinner Be My Guest experience. Meet a local historian from the nearby Western Heritage Center who’ll share Billing’s railroad history from how the depot was built in 1903 as a hub for three major railroads. Get your fix of western hospitality and fare enjoying local Chef Stephen Hindman's three-course menu featuring local produce, a choice of entrees, a seasonal dessert and beer and wine.
Day 8: Unlock The History of Little Big Horn Dive Into Culture
Location: Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Accommodation: The Rushmore Hotel & Suites
Accommodation Name: The Rushmore Hotel & Suites
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today on your US National Park tour, explore history and living traditions starting with a visit to Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, the battlefield where the ill-fated Custer led his men against a battalion of Sioux and Cheyenne warriors now known as Custer’s last stand. From battlefields to the Black Hills, make your way to the base of Crazy Horse Memorial, an iconic monument representing the Oglala Lakota warrior 'Crazy Horse'. Marvel at the colossal carved face as you take in its grandeur from the mountain's base and uncover its fascinating origins from your Local Specialist. Light up your night on an Optional Experience joining Mount Rushmore by Night with a Park Ranger. The sculpture lighting ceremony culminates as the faces of the monument are fully illuminated.
Day 9: Delve Into the Black Hills of South Dakota Make Travel Matter
Location: Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park
Accommodation: The Rushmore Hotel & Suites
Accommodation Name: The Rushmore Hotel & Suites
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Whether or not you caught the show last night, the must-see sight of Mount Rushmore National Memorial makes a dramatic start to your day with the opportunity to take the perfect picture. View the faces of former American presidents etched into the granite rock-face. Later, you could join an Optional Experience venturing into Badlands National Park to explore 244,000 acres of sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles and spires blended with the largest protected mixed grass prairie in America feeling like you’ve entered an ancient world. A special MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience awaits this evening as you meet Lakota Tribe Member Stephen Yellowhawk who shares his passion for his culture over stories of his tribe’s history during a festive evening of singing, dance and music.
Day 10: Farewell Rapid City or Denver
Location: Rapid City, Denver
Accommodation: Sheraton Denver Downtown
Accommodation Name: Sheraton Denver Downtown
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your journey through the Western Frontiers is not over yet. Travel south on your US National Park tour through the expansive, rolling prairies of Wyoming to Denver, the Mile High City at 5,280 feet known for its thriving coffeehouse and brewery scene. Along the way, trade tales with your travel companions of all the stunning sights you’ve seen. On arrival check into your downtown hotel for your overnight stay and prepare for your exciting rail journey through the Rockies.
Day 11: Denver to Glenwood Springs
Location: Denver, Continental Divide, Glenwood Springs
Accommodation: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Accommodation Name: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Rise early this morning and make your way independently to Union Station where you will Check in and board a coach for a quick transfer to the Rocky Mountaineer train. Hop on and get comfortable in the reclining leather seats as you are greeted and welcomed with a beverage. Today you will wave goodbye to Denver and cross the Continental Divide as you take in the spectacular views of rugged canyons and the Colorado River through panoramic windows. Enjoy the staff’s commentary and comradery of your newfound friends while indulging in the menu and service. Perhaps you’ll even choose to step out onto the vestibule to get a breath of fresh air and experience the many tunnels that have been carved into the mountains before arriving at the resort town of Glenwood Springs where you will disembark and enjoy an overnight stay.
Day 12: Glenwood Springs to Moab
Location: Glenwood Springs, Moab, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park
Accommodation: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Accommodation Name: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Meals Included: Breakfast
Return to the Rocky Mountaineer this morning and leave charming Glenwood Springs behind. Another day of awe-inspiring sights awaits as you make your way across the Colorado-Utah border. Stunning mountain views, red sandstone landscapes and even occasional wildlife such as pronghorn emerge as you approach Moab, the gateway to Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Part ways with the charming rail staff this afternoon and transfer to your Moab hotel. The rest of the day is yours to do as you please.
Day 13: Moab Your Way
Location: Moab
Accommodation: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Accommodation Name: Assigned by Rocky Mountaineer
Enjoy the day exploring Moab at your own leisure. Known as the Adventure Capital of Utah, there is no shortage of activities to choose from. Overnight in Moab.
Day 14: Depart Salt Lake City
Location: Moab, Salt Lake City
Your adventure with Rocky Mountaineer comes to a close as you transfer from Moab to Salt Lake City via motorcoach. You will arrive in downtown Salt Lake City approximately 6:00 pm, please be aware when booking your return flights. Guests may extend their stay in Salt Lake City or make their way independently to the airport.
What's Included
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Expert Travel Director and Professional Driver
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver are included in the tour.
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Cherry-picked Hotels
Stay in cherry-picked hotels that are tried and trusted.
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Porterage and Gratuities
All porterage and restaurant gratuities are included.
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Hotel Tips and Taxes
All hotel tips, charges, and local taxes are covered.
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Sightseeing and Extras
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras are part of the tour.
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Audio Headsets
Audio headsets are provided for flexible sightseeing.
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Transport and Transfers
All transport and transfers shown in the itinerary are included.
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Luxury Coach
Travel in a luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation such as rail journeys.
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Optional Experiences and Free Time
Optional experiences and free time are available during the tour.
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Hotel Substitutions
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilized.
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs and additional activities not listed in the itinerary are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting and ending locations of the tour are not included.
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Optional Experiences
Optional experiences mentioned in the itinerary are not included and may incur additional costs.
Dining Summary
- 4 Dinner (D)
- 11 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Lunch (L)
Mode of Transport
Travel in luxury with a fully air-conditioned coach equipped with Wi-Fi, or enjoy alternative transportation such as rail journeys. All transport and transfers are included, ensuring a comfortable and seamless travel experience.
Accommodation
Experience the charm of staying inside Yellowstone National Park for two nights, offering all-day access to the park and hotel amenities. Enjoy evenings when the day-trippers are gone, surrounded by the natural beauty of the park.
Iconic Experience
- Zion National Park: Unlock geological history as you walk the paths and trails of Zion National Park, following in the footsteps of Native Americans and the earliest pioneers. The lush vegetation, wild rivers, roaring waterfalls and towering cliffs of this park will have you reaching for your camera over and over again. You’ll even drive through the amazing 1.1-mile, sandstone Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel built from the late 1920s through 1930, when it was the longest tunnel of its type at the time.
- Bryce Canyon National Park: After stopping at Sunset Point this afternoon, Bryce Canyon awaits. You’re right in the heart of it all with your accommodations just three miles from the park entrance, maximising the time you'll spend in the park.
- Salt Lake City: Get ready for the key features and local secrets of Utah's capital on an orientation tour with your Travel Director. Check out its Mormon center and Temple Square as you delve into the past of its Mormon settlers.
- Bryce Canyon National Park: Hello, hoodoos. As you arrive at Bryce Canyon National Park, enjoy seeing the pink, orange and rusty-red limestone spires, known as hoodoos, rise up from the valley floor. Explore the visitor center to learn more about the history and geology of the park before a scenic drive along Bryce Canyon Road with possible stops at Sunrise Point, Sunset Point and Inspiration Point. You’ll love seeing how Bryce Canyon, home to the largest collection of these spires in the world, is in a league of its own.
- Jackson: Spend the afternoon exploring the charming cowboy town of Jackson, WY. Stroll through the antler archways at Jackson Town Square before heading to the famed Million Dollar Cowboy Bar and grab a seat on a horse saddle. Walk through local art galleries and boutique shops to find the perfect souvenir.
- Grand Teton National Park: Head to Grand Teton National Park for sightseeing of its alpine landscapes featuring eight peaks towering 12,000 feet above. At the Craig Thomas Visitor Centre, gaze out at the Teton Range rising above. Inside the Centre, explore the themes of place, people, preservation, mountaineering and Native Americans as you contemplate the past and future of this park. With your Travel Director enhancing your visit through narrative, drive by Jenny Lake, a glacier-carved lake at the base of the Teton Mountains.
- Yellowstone National Park: Yellowstone National Park. A bucket list destination and a must-see icon. Established as America's first National Park by President Grant in 1872, Yellowstone is famous for its hot springs, bubbling mud pots, vast canyons and lush forests and a variety of terrain including alpine mountains, prairies, valleys and waterfalls as well as a diversity of nature including the hydrothermal features. Explore the Southern Loop of Yellowstone with your Travel Director who shows you the must-sees and highlights, paired with background information of this huge, ever-changing national park. See the splendour of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, keep an eye out for bison in Hayden Valley, and witness Old Faithful blow off some steam.
- Cody: Jump into the playground of the wild west. Glimpse into the "Spirit of the West" at the Buffalo Bill Center for the West Museum complex. Boasting five museums on its campus, this “Smithsonian of the West” will immerse you in the sounds and sights of the Wild West. You'll feel like you've been transported back to a time of cowboys and cowgirls, outlaws and Native American warriors.
- Little Big Horn: There’s no better place to learn about the Battle of Little Bighorn than visiting the famous historical site itself. Explore the Visitor Centre to get oriented with the history of Custer's Last Stand. With your Travel Director driving along Battlefield Tour Road where General Custer and his men were roundly defeated by combined forces of Sioux, Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribal warriors in 1876, feel echoes of the past come alive on this one-of-a-kind experience.
- Black Hills: Unlock the history of Crazy Horse Memorial. Learn how construction began in 1948 after Henry Standing Bear, a Lakota elder, commissioned Korczak Ziolkowski, who worked on construction of Mount Rushmore. While the original idea was to carve a face into rock like Mount Rushmore, the monument will ultimately have a full body and horse. There is no completion date yet, but the face of Crazy Horse was completed in 1998 at 87 feet 6 inches (26.7 m) high.
- Mount Rushmore: The grand faces of Mount Rushmore National Memorial await. View the faces of four of America’s most important presidents - George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt - dramatically etched into the granite rock. Mount Rushmore tells the story of the birth, growth, development and preservation of the United States. From the history of the first inhabitants to the diversity of America today, visitors will come face to face (literally) with the rich heritage we all share.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique cultural experience is included in Rapid City?
In Rapid City, you will have a unique cultural experience meeting Stephen Yellowhawk, who will share the history of his tribe during an evening of dance and song. This experience supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities.
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What can I expect during the Be My Guest dinner in Billings?
During the Be My Guest dinner in Billings, you will learn about the city's railroad history at the historic Billings Depot. A historian from the Western Heritage Center will host the evening, and you will enjoy a three-course menu prepared by local Chef Stephen Hindman, complete with beer and wine. ...more ...less
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What is special about the accommodation in Yellowstone National Park?
The accommodation in Yellowstone National Park is special because it is located inside the park, granting you all-day access to the park and its amenities. You can enjoy an evening stroll when the day-trippers are gone and appreciate the natural beauty surrounding you.
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What activities are available in Grand Teton National Park?
In Grand Teton National Park, you can explore over 200 miles of hiking trails and take in views of the Tetons from the Snake River. You also have the option to join a gentle Snake River Float Trip to learn about the park's resident wildlife.
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What can I see at the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument?
At the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, you can explore the site where Custer led his men against Sioux and Cheyenne warriors, known as Custer's last stand. The visit includes a drive along Battlefield Tour Road with insights from your Travel Director.
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What is the significance of the Crazy Horse Memorial?
The Crazy Horse Memorial is an iconic monument representing the Oglala Lakota warrior 'Crazy Horse.' It is a colossal carved face, and the monument will ultimately have a full body and horse. The face of Crazy Horse was completed in 1998.
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What is the highlight of the visit to Mount Rushmore?
The highlight of the visit to Mount Rushmore is viewing the grand faces of four of America's most important presidents—George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt—etched into the granite rock, telling the story of the United States' birth, growth, development, and preservation.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
The beauty of taking a guided holiday with us is that you’ll have the opportunity to meet and travel with people from all over the globe.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Vaccination against Covid-19 is not mandatory to travel with Trafalgar. However, we strongly recommend that guests are vaccinated before travelling. Please note that airlines and/or other authorities may have different requirements. It is the guest's responsibility to comply with these requirements at all times.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1947
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Trafalgar is a founding partner of the TreadRight Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation established in 2008. So far, the charity has donated more than US$2 million to help underprivileged communities and support sustainable tourism around the world.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Western Frontiers with Rocky Mountaineer Silverleaf
14 Days Starting in Las Vegas, USA and ending in Salt Lake City, USA
Visiting: Las Vegas, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Salt Lake City, Temple Square, Jackson, Teton Range, Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Old Faithful, Lake Yellowstone, Artists Point, Lower Falls, Cody, Billings, Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Mount Rushmore, Badlands National Park, Rapid City, Denver, Continental Divide, Glenwood Springs, Moab, Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park ...more ...less
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Tour code:
DWFTSM20
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Fully Guided
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EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Rail Tours, Wildlife Tours