| PARKS and CANYONS SPECTACULAR with LAS VEGAS EXTENSION (APE2009)
A 15-Day tour starting from $2,769
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Vacation Overview Marvel at the West's premier natural wonders on this six-state vacation. Your trip starts in Rapid City, South Dakota, with visits to the Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Tour Tatanka and Deadwood, once a wild gold-mining town. Visit the Little Bighorn Battlefield in Montana and tour the battlegrounds where Custer was defeated. Continue to Cody, Wyoming, for a visit to the Buffalo Bill Historical Center. Then head to Yellowstone National Park to see magnificent views of Yellowstone Canyon, Lower Falls, and world-famous Old Faithful Geyser. Journey into breathtaking Grand Teton National Park for a delightful walk along glacier-fed Jenny Lake. Experience a chuck wagon cookout, Wild West show, and free time in Jackson. Next, it’s on to Salt Lake City, Utah, for a sightseeing tour; then marvel at the “hoodoos” and dramatic landscapes of Bryce Canyon National Park and Zion National Park. Continue into Arizona to Page, on the shores of Lake Powell, for an afternoon cruise. Cross the Painted Desert to the amazing Grand Canyon. Your hotel is located on the rim of the Grand Canyon, giving you a rare opportunity for great views. Finally, travel part of the legendary Route 66 to Las Vegas, Nevada, for two full days to enjoy Las Vegas' many attractions. You’ll have plenty of photos and stories to share when you return from this spectacular vacation through some the West’s premier national parks.
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Meals Welcome reception (WR); American breakfasts daily (B); 7 three-course dinners (D), including a special farewell dinner in Las Vegas. Hotels Rapid City Hotel Alex Johnson (F), Sheridan Holiday Inn (F), Cody Holiday Inn Buffalo Bill Village (F), Yellowstone N.P. Yellowstone Lodges/Annex (NP), Jackson Rustic Inn (F), Salt Lake City Radisson Hotel (F), Bryce Canyon Ruby’s Inn (F), Lake Powell Lake Powell Resort (F), Grand Canyon Grand Canyon Lodges (NP), Las Vegas Treasure Island (MD)
Day 1:
Rapid City. Welcome to the heart of America! This evening, mix and mingle with your traveling companions at the 6 pm welcome reception. Your Tour Director will prepare you for your upcoming adventure. (WR) Day 2: Rapid City. The day begins with a visit to CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL, built in honor of the fearless Sioux Indian chief whose fame is derived from the Battle of the Little Bighorn. Afterward, explore MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL, which features the monumental likenesses of four U.S. presidents—Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt—carved on the face of a mountain. Maybe stroll along the Presidential Trail for more intimate views, or visit the Information Center. (B) Day 3: Rapid City–Deadwood–Sheridan. This morning, enjoy a drive through BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST and experience the area’s colorful history with a tour of DEADWOOD, once a wild gold-mining town, and hear the stories of legendary Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. Afterward, visit TATANKA to learn “The Story of the Bison,” and experience the richness of the Lakota people, a Plains Indian buffalo culture. Then, continue through the Black Hills to the cattle town of Sheridan at the foot of the Bighorn Mountains. (B,D) Day 4: Sheridan–Little Bighorn Battlefield–Cody. Journey this morning into southern Montana to visit LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD, the site commemorating one of America’s most famous battles. Tour the battlegrounds where Custer was defeated by approximately 7,000 Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapaho warriors, and visit the museum. Afterward, continue your scenic drive through the Bighorn Mountains, stopping at Shell Falls en route to Cody, with time for an optional float trip on the Shoshone River. (B) Day 5: Cody–Yellowstone National Park. This morning, visit the BUFFALO BILL HISTORICAL CENTER, a fine museum of historic weapons and Western art. Then, continue through Shoshone National Forest to YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, established in 1872 as the world’s first national park. Travel along Grand Loop Road to Artist Point on the south rim with magnificent views of Yellowstone Canyon and the spectacular Lower Falls, almost twice as high as Niagara Falls. Next, stop at Fountain Paint Pots to see the bubbling mud. Rejoin Grand Loop Road and enjoy several photo stops along the way to your hotel, including world-famous Old Faithful Geyser. (B,D) Note: The routing and areas visited within Yellowstone are subject to favorable weather and/or road conditions. When conditions are unfavorable, the routing may be adjusted accordingly. Day 6: Yellowstone National Park–Grand Teton National Park–Jackson. Journey south this morning into breathtaking GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK. Visit beautiful glacier-fed Jenny Lake at the foot of the rugged spires for a delightful walk along the shore before ending the day in the all-Western town of Jackson. This evening, experience dinner at the BAR-T-5 CHUCK WAGON COOKOUT and Wild West show. (B,D) Day 7: Jackson. Full day at leisure to enjoy this spectacular playground. Perhaps choose an optional float trip along the Snake River or stroll along the downtown boardwalks and enjoy a drink at one of the swing-door saloons. (B) Day 8: Jackson–Salt Lake City. Today’s journey continues alongside some of Wyoming’s most beautiful mountain ranges into Utah, home to five national parks. Arrive in Salt Lake City, founded by Brigham Young in 1847. Enjoy a sightseeing tour of the capital city and its historic monuments. (B) Day 9: Salt Lake City–Bryce Canyon. Today, travel through sagebrush landscape to BRYCE CANYON, a national park with a beauty all its own. Take a leisurely drive with photo stops to capture the bright red, yellow, and pink pillars called “hoodoos.” The balance of the day is at leisure and your overnight is at the entrance to Bryce Canyon National Park. (B,D) Day 10: Bryce Canyon–Zion National Park–Lake Powell. Travel to ZION NATIONAL PARK with its dramatic landscape of sculptured canyons and soaring cliffs resembling temples and cathedrals. With your sightseeing tour you’ll have an opportunity to experience the park up-close and personal. Then, continue into Arizona and the town of Page, nestled on the shores of Lake Powell. Appreciate its majestic beauty on an afternoon CRUISE to Glen Canyon Dam and the “tapestry” walls of Antelope Canyon. (B,D) Day 11: Lake Powell–Painted Desert–Grand Canyon. This morning, you may wish to join our optional flight over Monument Valley for a bird’s-eye view of the red sandstone monoliths, made famous by many Western movies and TV shows. Afterward, cross the Painted Desert with its ever-changing color scheme, and catch your first glimpse of the world-famous GRAND CANYON, one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World. An afternoon arrival allows plenty of free time to explore the canyon rim on your own. Be sure to take an evening stroll to savor the magnificent sunset. (B,D) Special Feature: Your hotel tonight is located on the rim of the Grand Canyon, a rare opportunity for great views and a significant extra by traveling with Globus. Day 12: Grand Canyon–Las Vegas. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, take our optional flightseeing tour over the Grand Canyon. Then, travel on part of legendary Route 66 to Las Vegas, one of America’s most famous cities. Enjoy a sightseeing tour while en route to your resort hotel, located in the heart of the “Strip” for easy access to all the mega-casinos and amusement parks. This evening, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner. (B,D) Day 13: Las Vegas. Continue your stay in Las Vegas. Your Globus host will have plenty of suggestions to help you make the most of your stay. (B) Day 14: Las Vegas. Today is at leisure. Maybe take a float excursion in the Black Canyon below Hoover Dam or an optional helicopter flight over the Grand Canyon or Las Vegas. (B) Day 15: Las Vegas. The vacation ends today with guests departing on individual schedules. Transfers are provided to Las Vegas McCarran International Airport. (B)
City Highlights Rapid City: Welcome receptionMount Rushmore: Visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial and Crazy Horse Memorial Black Hills National Forest: Scenic driveDeadwood: Sightseeing tour; visit Tatanka Little Bighorn Battlefield: Sightseeing tour and visit museum Cody: Visit Buffalo Bill Historical Center Yellowstone: Sightseeing tourJackson: Grand Teton National Park tour; chuck wagon cookoutSalt Lake City: Sightseeing tour Bryce Canyon: Sightseeing tourZion: Sightseeing tourLake Powell: Cruise Grand Canyon: Sightseeing; overnight lodging on the rimLas Vegas: Sightseeing tour; farewell dinnerNote:
Related Tours AP|Parks & Canyons Spectacular Price Details US Single Room Supplement: $1115.Triple Room reduction per person: $214.Extra nights per person in Rapid City:In single room $146; in twin room $92; in triple room $76Extra nights per person in Las Vegas:Weekends (Fri.-Sat.): in single room $258; in twin room $149; in triple room $126Weekdays (Sun.-Thu.): in single room $174; in twin room $109; in triple room $99 CURRENT SPECIALS: Standard Offers and Specials provided by Globus
Share the pleasure of a Globus vacation with your children and grandchildren and take advantage of a 10-percent discount on the land-only price. For eligibility, children must be under 18 years of age on the departure date and must be accompanied by an adult. On escorted vacations we don’t accept children under eight years old because we have found that they are too young to enjoy these vacations.
Pay less for your second vacation We charge you vacation price for your first vacation in 2008, but for every additional Globus vacation you take in the same year, you pay US$35 under list. Our vacations are designed and scheduled so you can combine them almost any way you want. It’s fun to play the add-a-vacation game yourself or talk to your travel agent.
Triple room reduction On most Globus vacations you receive a reduction when three people travel together and share the same accommodations. Triple room reductions, when available, are listed on the itinerary pages. A word of caution: Triple rooms usually are no larger than twin rooms and the third bed, if there is one, is often a rollaway put in a twin-bedded room.
Avoid the single room supplement We do not take reservations on a “share” basis because we have found that strangers rarely enjoy sharing a room for the duration of their vacation. Avoid the single room supplement by traveling with a friend. It’s less expensive and much more fun!
Book a group of 10 or more and one travels FREE! *Book a group of 10 or more members on any 2009 Globus, Cosmos, Monograms or Avalon group benefit eligible vacation to receive the one free (land only) offer. To qualify, group must be booked and under deposit between October 17 and February 28, 2009, for travel commencing by December 31, 2009. Applies to new 2009 bookings only. Offer excludes tour vacations with cruises of three or more nights. Not combinable with other group incentives. Additional restrictions may apply. Save $200 per couple on all 2009 Globus vacations Travel is the one investment that still has a great return.
Get a world of returns for your investment with Globus. You’ll reap the benefits of the perfect itinerary reflecting more than 80 years of travel experience, including expert Tour Directors and Local Hosts who are unmatched in the industry. Our prices include well-appointed accommodations, some meals, VIP access to the must-see sights, a variety of unique transportation, baggage handling and Local Guides who deliver authentic local experiences and unique stories behind the world’s most remarkable destinations. No one in the industry brings so much value to the dollar today.
Book a 2009 Globus vacation between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009, and you will save $200 per couple on the land only price.*
*Book a 2009 Globus vacation and receive $100 off per person. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009 for travel through December 31, 2009. Offers not valid with one-another or with any other offer except Journeys Club. Applies to new 2009 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.
Save up to $400 per couple on 2009 Europe vacations Whatever treasure you seek, Globus will unveil Europe’s most cherished masterpieces. From the famed Golden Coast in the Mediterranean, and the glorious beauty of France’s Châteaux Country, to the fairytale lands of Bavaria and the splendor of Italy’s grand cities, the possibilities are never ending when you travel with Globus. No matter which of our journeys you choose, we have the perfect way for you to enjoy Europe’s premier destinations all at a price you can afford.
$400 off per couple on the air-inclusive price of any 2009 Europe vacation.*
*Book a 2009 Globus Europe air-inclusive vacation to receive the $200 off per person offer. Land only bookings are eligible for the $100 off per person offer. Booking must be made, under deposit and discount applied between January 2, 2009 and March 3, 2009 for travel through December 31, 2009. Offers not valid with one-another or with any other offer except Journeys Club. Applies to new 2009 bookings only, and offer will not be applied to pre-existing bookings. Offer reliant on space availability. Full cancellation penalties will apply. Additional restrictions may apply.
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