Welcome to Denver. With the impressive Rocky Mountains as a backdrop, Denver effortlessly blends the city’s Old West heritage with today’s modern skyscrapers and urban energy. Upon arrival at Denver International Airport, transfer independently to your hotel will you will meet your Tour Director.
Holiday Inn Cherry Creek
Colorado calls out for epic escapes, from Rocky Mountain adventures to days spent exploring Denver's vivid streets. Just beyond downtown, our exclusive Cherry Creek address puts you within easy reach of everything. Reinvented rooms and spaces, fresh from a multi-million dollar renovation, invite guests in with warm tones, inspired by the neighborhood's elegant style.
This morning, enjoy a short city tour of the “Mile High City”, including the golddomed State Capitol whose 13th step on the west side of the building is exactly 5,280 feet above sea level – one mile high. A short distance from Denver you’ll enter Rocky Mountain National Park where you’ll feel like you’re on top of the world. Here, 415 square miles encompass and protect spectacular mountain environments. And if you thought the journey to the park was beautiful, just wait until you experience Trail Ridge Road. Known appropriately as the “Highway to the Sky”, and offering incomparable views in every direction, Trail Ridge Road winds past countless peaks, through tundra high above the treeline and crosses the Continental Divide at 12,183 feet. Continue to Cheyenne, Wyoming’s capital city that embodies the spirit of the Old West. Considered the nation’s railroad capital, Cheyenne is home to a collection of steam engines, including Old Number 4004, the world’s largest steam locomotive and one of the eight remaining Big Boys on display throughout the country.
Holiday Inn Cherry Creek
Colorado calls out for epic escapes, from Rocky Mountain adventures to days spent exploring Denver's vivid streets. Just beyond downtown, our exclusive Cherry Creek address puts you within easy reach of everything. Reinvented rooms and spaces, fresh from a multi-million dollar renovation, invite guests in with warm tones, inspired by the neighborhood's elegant style.
Your journey begins this morning with a visit to Fort Laramie National Historic Site. Originally established as a private fur trading fort, this “grand old post” evolved into the largest and best known military post on the Northern Plains and witnessed the entire sweeping saga of America’s western expansion. Continue through the majestic beauty of South Dakota’s Black Hills to Mount Rushmore National Memorial where you’ll come face to face with George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, Abraham Lincoln, and America’s rich heritage.
First Gold Hotel, Suites & Gaming
Property Location
With a stay at First Gold Hotel, Suites & Gaming in Deadwood, you'll be minutes from Days of '76 Museum and Adams Museum. This casino hotel is within close proximity of Tatanka: Story of the Bison and Broken Boot Gold Mine.
Today, crossing back into Wyoming en route to Cody, you’ll travel through Bighorn National Forest where undisturbed rolling hills, alpine lakes, craggy cliffs, thick pine forests and the Bighorn Mountains dominate the landscape. Upon arrival in Cody you’ll visit the Buffalo Bill Museum. Celebrating the spirit of the American West, including the culture and art that bring the heritage of Wyoming alive, the Buffalo Bill Museum focus’ on the life and times of William F. “Buffalo Bill” Cody, the town founder and a living legend. In the evening enjoy attractions that include rodeos, gun fight reenactments and cowboy music.
Buffalo Bill Cabin Village
As the original portion of the Buffalo Bill Village Resort complex, Buffalo Bill Cabin Village offers an authentic experience steeped in the history and legends of Cody, Wyoming.
Today, take an unforgettable journey into America’s first national park and nature’s wonderland - Yellowstone National Park. Here, the Earth is in action with geysers, mountain ranges and rivers, waterfalls, and ancient volcanoes. The iconic spots – Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs and Yellowstone Canyon – will be familiar from photographs, but seeing them in person is a humbling experience. They’re not just as good as you’ve heard – they’re better. This mountain wildland is also home to eagles, grizzly and black bears, buffalo, elk and much more, so you’re bound to see wildlife wherever you go.
The Virginian Lodge
The Virginian Lodge is a great place to experience the character of Jackson Hole. Conveniently situated in the town of Jackson, the Virginian is the perfect location from which to access all of the world class outdoor recreation opportunities waiting for you in Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, and the surrounding area.
Today’s journey takes you through scenic Southern Idaho to Salt Lake City, the Mormon state of Utah’s capital & most populous city. Upon arrival, enjoy views of the State Capitol Building & downtown’s historic Temple Square, home to the 6-spired Salt Lake Temple & domed Tabernacle of the world-famous Mormon Tabernacle Choir, prior to arriving at your hotel. This evening we recommend dining at The Roof Restaurant (optional). The Roof offers an extravagant buffet & inspiring views of the Salt Lake Valley & Temple Square.
Little America Hotel - Salt Lake City
Among Salt Lake City hotels, Little America stands apart as a superior choice—and not just because it's one of Salt Lake’s most luxurious four-diamond hotels.
Your tour ends upon check out from your hotel. We hope you have had a memorable journey on our Rocky Mountain High tour!
INCLUSIONS
Enjoy a welcome reception where you will meet your fellow travelers Travel along the America’s highest highway through Rocky Mountain National Park Go back in time to the wild west with a visit to historic Fort Laramie an important military outpost during America’s westward expansion Travel along the famed Oregon trail, the route many pioneers traversed to settle the American West Capture a moment in front of Mount Rushmore, a mountain carving of four American Presidents - Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln and Roosevelt Discover the vast natural bounty and majesty world’s first National Park: Yellowstone Witness the stunning rugged peaks of the Grand Teton Mountain Range Experience Salt Lake City including Temple Square, home to the Mormon TabernacleEXPERIENCE MORE ( OPTIONALS )
Hop aboard a covered wagon ride and enjoy a cowboy cookout while in Jackson Hole, Wyoming Take in the panoramic views of Temple Square during a rooftop dinner in Salt Lake City
