Did you know that the lodges inside the national parks are some of the
most sought-after accommodations in the world, sometimes booked a year
in advance? With Tauck Bridges, you’ll stay right in the heart of the parks at
popular, historic lodges like the Old Faithful Inn in Yellowstone (right).
western frontier at the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, home to the world’s
largest collection of artifacts depicting the culture, history and art of the
American West. Admission to his famous Wild West Show in the late 8 Days / 7 Nights from $2,497 plus airfare
1800s was 10 cents for children and 25 cents for adults! Stunts will be (7 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 6 Dinners)
performed at the rodeo tonight by steer wrestlers, buckin’ broncos, barrel
Departure Dates: June 5, 16, 23, 30; July 4, 7, 11, 18, 22, 25, 29;
riders and rodeo clowns – they put on a memorable show! Meals BD
August 9, 16, 23
Dates in blue will operate the same itinerary but in the reverse direction,
starting in Rapid City and ending in Jackson.
Day 6 – Spend a night at a western ranch
Today’s drive through Wyoming’s Bighorn Mountains includes some
Go to www.tauckbridges.com for up-to-the-minute space availability.
Additional dates may become available as these sell out.
pretty amazing sights – watch for cowboys at work in the high altitude
grasslands, a spectacular waterfall, all kinds of wildflowers, and deep
Price Per Person
canyons that make you see how this area was a real part of the “wild
Double Triple Quadruple Single
west.” Your destination today is The Ranch at Ucross, where you can
$2750 $2526 $2497 $3433
get a taste of cowboy life during an overnight stay. The ranch offers
Children 12 and under Discount $200
Children under 18 must be booked in a room with at least one adult;
many activities for family fun – take a leisurely horseback ride*; catch
exceptions may be granted under certain circumstances with parental
a big Brown or Rainbow in Piney Creek or the ranch’s stocked trout
consent. Quad accommodations are not available for four adults. Prices
for triple and quad accommodations are based upon use of two double
pond; relax by the heated pool; pitch horseshoes; or hunt for frogs by
beds in each room. Hotels are renowned for their locations, but may
the pond. A campfire in the evening caps a perfect day. Meals BLD
not compare to facilities and services found in more populated areas.
All gratuities are included.
Day 7 – See Crazy Horse and Mt. Rushmore Airfare is additional. Tauck can book your airfare, to Jackson and
You’ll see some of the world’s largest sculptures today, nestled in the
from Rapid City, for travel originating in the United States, subject to
availability; ask upon booking for special airfares that may be available.
Black Hills of South Dakota. View the work-in-progress at Crazy Horse
Your family’s comfort is important to us. Ask us about booking an
Memorial, which is one of the world’s largest mountain carvings,
additional hotel night before your journey begins and be sure to consider
before a special visit to Mt. Rushmore National Monument. Nothing
our Guest Protection Plan offering important travel advantages and a
money-back refund if your travel plans change. See General Information.
compares to seeing in person the four famous presidential faces carved
into rock – George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln
Recommended age: 8+; rafting is available for children 6 and older.
and Theodore Roosevelt. You’ll learn all about how 400 workers spent
*For activities marked with an asterisk (*) in day-by-day descriptions,
participation is at your own risk; a signed liability waiver will be required.
14 years creating the dream of sculptor Gutzon Borglum. The journey
comes to an end this evening with a farewell dinner. Meals BLD Fine Hotels / Great Locations
Night 1,2 Jackson Lake Lodge – Grand Teton National Park, WY
Day 8 – Journey Home
Night 3,4 Old Faithful Inn or Old Faithful Snow Lodge
Yellowstone National Park, WY
Tour ends: Rapid City. Fly home anytime; a transfer is included from
Night 5 Holiday Inn Cody at Buffalo Bill Village – Cody, WY
the K Bar S Lodge to Rapid City Regional Airport. Allow a minimum of
Night 6 The Ranch at Ucross – Ucross, WY
two hours for flight check-in. Meals B
Night 7 K Bar S Lodge – Keystone, SD
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