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Salt Lake City
Yellowstone & Rushmore 6-Day Tour from Salt Lake City
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Overview
The 6-Day Yellowstone and Mount Rushmore Tour from Salt Lake City offers a grand adventure through America's stunning landscapes. This guided tour takes travelers to the geothermal wonders of Yellowstone National Park, the towering peaks of the Grand Teton, and the historic Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse memorials. Visitors can expect comfortable places to stay and expert tour guides, ensuring a relaxed and memorable experience.
What to expect on this amazing tour: Experience the beauty of Yellowstone, including the famous Old Faithful Geyser and the colorful Grand Prismatic Spring. Discover the Norris Geyser Basin and Fountain Paint Pot. Enjoy scenic stops such as Jackson Town Square and the Teton Point Overlook in Grand Teton National Park. The tour also visits historical landmarks like Mount Rushmore, the Crazy Horse Memorial, and Devils Tower National Monument. Other highlights include Independence Rock, the Utah State Capitol, and Temple Square. This trip offers a comprehensive look at some of America's greatest treasures.
This tour includes national park entry fees for Yellowstone and Grand Teton, five nights of hotel stays, admission to Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial, transit in a comfortable high-roof van or bus, and a professional tour guide. It excludes meals, gratuities, personal expenses, travel and cancellation insurance, and airfare. The tour visits key locations such as Clarion Inn Salt Lake City Airport, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Town Square, and Mount Rushmore, with drop-off at Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC). 
Highlights
See Yellowstone's Geothermal Wonders: Witness Old Faithful erupt and explore the colorful Grand Prismatic Spring.
Explore Grand Teton National Park: Visit Jackson Town Square and enjoy stunning views from Teton Point Overlook.
Discover Historic Landmarks: Visit Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial.
Comfortable and Guided Experience: Travel in a comfortable van or bus with an expert tour guide.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the tour, praising the guide, sights, and organization. However, some felt the days were long and wished for more time at certain locations.
Customers loved seeing all the parks and monuments.
The guide was very knowledgeable and helpful.
Many people enjoyed the comfortable transportation.
The tour was well-organized and covered a lot of ground.
Some customers felt the days were long with early starts.
A few mentioned they wished for more time at certain stops.
The Journey
Salt Lake City
Welcome to Salt Lake City, Utah's capital and largest city, nestled between the Wasatch Mountains and the Great Salt Lake. A blend of urban sophistication and outdoor adventure awaits, with attractions ranging from historic Temple Square to world-class ski resorts. Experience the unique blend of Mormon heritage and modern culture in this vibrant Western hub.
Clarion Inn Salt Lake City Airport
The Clarion Inn Salt Lake City Airport offers a convenient and comfortable stay for travelers. Located near the airport, it provides easy access to transportation and a relaxing atmosphere to unwind after your journey. Enjoy the amenities and prepare for the adventures ahead in Utah.
Yellowstone Exploration
Prepare for a dreamy Yellowstone exploration journey as you greet the first rays of sunshine. This leg marks the true beginning of the Yellowstone adventure.
Flying J Travel Center
The Flying J Travel Center offers a brief but necessary respite during the long journey. This is a moment for restroom breaks, quick snacks, and stretching your legs before diving back into the scenic drives.
Jackson Town Square
Jackson Town Square, the heart of Jackson, Wyoming, welcomes you with its iconic elk antler arches. This charming square, surrounded by wooden boardwalks, exudes an Old West atmosphere, offering boutique shopping, local dining, and vibrant seasonal events.
Grand Teton (Teton Point)
Teton Point in Grand Teton National Park provides a breathtaking panoramic view of the Teton Range, a perfect spot for photography. Witness rugged peaks, open meadows, and abundant wildlife in this iconic vista.
West Thumb Geyser Basin
West Thumb Geyser Basin, situated along Yellowstone Lake, uniquely blends hydrothermal activity with the lake’s deep blue waters. Explore colorful hot springs, steaming fumaroles, and geysers along boardwalk trails for an intimate experience with this dynamic geothermal landscape.
Old Faithful Geyser
Old Faithful Geyser, Yellowstone's iconic attraction, erupts roughly every 90 minutes, shooting water up to 180 feet high. Join the gathered crowd to witness its powerful display against the park’s stunning backdrop, a truly unforgettable geothermal spectacle.
Grand Prismatic Spring
The Grand Prismatic Spring, the largest hot spring in the U.S., dazzles with vibrant rainbow-colored waters. Witness its deep blue center transitioning into striking shades of green, yellow, and red, caused by heat-loving bacteria, from the boardwalk or overlook for a breathtaking view.
Fountain Paint Pot
Fountain Paint Pot in Yellowstone National Park is a dynamic geothermal area with bubbling mud pots, hot springs, and geysers. Explore the boardwalk to witness the park’s thermal activity up close, as thick, colorful mud varies with the seasons, creating an ever-changing landscape.
Yellowstone National Park
Continue exploring the beauty of Yellowstone National Park! Experience Norris Geyser Basin, Upper Yellowstone Falls, and cross the Rocky Mountains, while staying overnight in Sheridan, Wyoming.
Norris Geyser Basin
Norris Geyser Basin, one of Yellowstone’s hottest and most dynamic geothermal areas, features a variety of hot springs, fumaroles, and geysers. Home to Steamboat Geyser, the park's tallest active geyser, it offers an otherworldly landscape for exploration along its trails and boardwalks.
The Brink of Upper Falls
The Brink of Upper Falls offers a stunning view of the powerful Upper Falls in the Yellowstone River. Stand just above the falls, feeling the mist and hearing the roar as water plunges 109 feet into the canyon below, creating a dramatic and accessible viewpoint.
Artist Point
Artist Point provides one of the most iconic views in Yellowstone, overlooking the dramatic Lower Falls in the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. The viewpoint offers a breathtaking panorama of the vibrant canyon walls and the powerful waterfall. It’s a very popular spot for photography.
Mud Volcano Area
The Mud Volcano Area in Yellowstone features bubbling mud pots, sulfuric steam vents, and colorful thermal pools. Explore the eerie, otherworldly environment along boardwalks, witnessing the intense geothermal activity that creates this unique landscape.
Lunch Stop
Enjoy a well-deserved break for lunch, refuel, and refresh before continuing your adventure. This is a chance to savor local flavors and recharge for the sights ahead.
Gillette
Gillette, Wyoming offers a restroom break en route to Devil's Tower, Mt. Rushmore, and Crazy Horse Memorial.
Devils Tower
Devils Tower, a striking monolithic formation in Wyoming, rises 867 feet above the surrounding landscape. A sacred site for Native American tribes, it’s known for its vertical columns of igneous rock, attracting climbers, hikers, and photographers with its scenic views and rich cultural history.
Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Mount Rushmore National Memorial features the carved faces of four U.S. presidents—George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln—etched into a granite mountainside. Symbolizing American history and democracy, it offers stunning views and a visitor center with exhibits about its creation.
Crazy Horse Memorial
The Crazy Horse Memorial, located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, honors the Native American warrior Crazy Horse. This ongoing sculpture project, set to be the largest of its kind, depicts Crazy Horse riding a horse. Learn about Native American culture and history at the nearby museum and visitor center.
Casper
Casper, Wyoming serves as an overnight stay during this itinerary, it marks a point of rest before venturing towards Independent Rock, Salt Lake City, and the Utah State Capitol.
Independent Rock
Independent Rock, located in Wyoming, is a prominent landmark along the Oregon Trail. This large, isolated granite formation served as a milestone for pioneers traveling west. Covered in inscriptions and names left by travelers, it holds historical significance as a symbol of perseverance.
Green River WY
Enjoy a meal and a brief break at Green River, Wyoming, a welcome stop on your journey westward. Refresh and recharge before continuing to your next destination.
Utah State Capitol
The Utah State Capitol, located in Salt Lake City, is an impressive neoclassical building perched on Capitol Hill. Tour the building to learn about Utah’s history, government, and architecture, while enjoying stunning views of the city and surrounding mountains.
Temple Square
Temple Square in Salt Lake City is the spiritual and cultural heart of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Explore the iconic Salt Lake Temple, beautiful gardens, and historic buildings, attend free concerts, and learn about the history of the church at the visitor centers.
Great Salt Lake
The Great Salt Lake, located in northern Utah, is the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere and a crucial habitat for millions of migratory birds. Experience its unique ecosystems and learn about its environmental significance, though the lake's shrinking size is raising concerns about its future.
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)
Transfer to SLC Airport to conclude your pleasant journey. Reflect on the memories made while traveling through the American West. Safe travels!
Know Before You Go
This tour includes national park entry fees for Yellowstone and Grand Teton. It also includes five nights of hotel stays and admission to Mount Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial. You'll travel in a comfortable high-roof van or bus with a professional tour guide. This tour does not include meals, tips for the guide and driver, personal expenses, travel and cancellation insurance, or airfare to/from the destination.
Hot Tip
Many reviewers recommend bringing snacks and drinks for the long bus rides, and dressing in layers as the weather can change quickly. Some also suggest bringing a portable charger for your devices, as outlets may be limited.
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