• 15 Days
  • From $5,699
  • Airfare Included

Majestic Parks

Tour Style:
Land
Activity Level:
Moderate
Highest Elevation:
8,000 ft
22 Meals:
12 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 4 Dinners

Discover our country’s national treasures in the Upper Midwest and heart of the American West while venturing through the picturesque landscapes of Minnesota, North Dakota, Montana, Wyoming, and South Dakota. Begin by traveling west to North Dakota to visit Theodore Roosevelt National Park, followed by a delightful steak dinner and musical. Heading into Montana, board vintage touring cars to travel Glacier National Park’s Going-to-the-Sun Road. Learn about the famous explorations of Lewis and Clark before crossing into Wyoming to discover the wonders within Yellowstone National Park during a two-night stay and visit Devils Tower. In South Dakota, spend two nights in Rapid City, gaze upon Mount Rushmore, and drive a scenic loop within Badlands National Park, then return home. For guests within driving distance of Minneapolis, this trip begins close to home and requires no flights. Guests from other areas will fly into Minneapolis and enjoy an included overnight before and after the motorcoach tour begins.

Trip overview may vary by departure.

  • Day 1: Fly to Minnesota
    Guests with airfare will enjoy overnight accommodations in Minneapolis, Minnesota, near the Mall of America. Those arriving earlier in the day may take time to explore the largest shopping, dining, and entertainment complex in the United States.
  • Day 2: North Dakota
    Guests from surrounding areas drive in this morning, meeting at the hotel before our motorcoach journey to discover America’s national parks begins. As we travel to our overnight accommodations in Jamestown, North Dakota, keep watch for intriguing wildlife, like bison, along the way.
  • Day 3: Theodore Roosevelt National Park
    This morning, we enjoy country vistas of wheat fields, grazing land, and oil wells en route to Theodore Roosevelt National Park in the badlands of western North Dakota. Early afternoon, we arrive to admire its wildlife and rugged wilderness, including rocky cliffs and river valleys. Later, we check in to our accommodations and have time to freshen up before our traditional western dinner at Pitchfork Steak Fondue, followed by captivating patriotic performances at the Medora Musical.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

  • Day 4: Montana
    After an included breakfast, we make our way from North Dakota into Montana and stop for an included lunch in Glasgow. Our travels continue to Havre, named after the French port city of Le Havre. After checking in to our comfortable accommodations, enjoy a relaxing evening.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 5: Whitefish
    We continue making our way across Montana today, where ranches and grazing lands give way to the majestic Northern Rocky Mountains. Enjoy leisure time in East Glacier Park, a charming community with spectacular views. We then travel scenic Highway 2 around the southern edge of Glacier National Park to the vibrant resort town of Whitefish. Soak up panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, lush forests, and glistening lakes on a scenic lift ride before settling into our hotel for the evening.

    Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 6: Going-to-the-Sun Road
    Our morning kicks off with adventures inside “The Crown of the Continent,” Glacier National Park. We board vintage Red Buses with expert driver-guides and travel one of the most scenic routes in the world: Going-to-the-Sun Road. This beautiful region boasts alpine meadows, cascading waterfalls, sparkling lakes, and more than 20 glaciers! After the tour, enjoy an included lunch in St. Mary Village before we drive to Great Falls for our overnight accommodations.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 7: Gates of the Mountains
    We begin exploring the wonders of Great Falls at the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center, close to where the explorers spent a month portaging around five waterfalls. After an included lunch, stories of their famous expedition come alive during a boat ride through a three-mile-long canyon known as Gates of the Mountains, named by Meriwether Lewis in 1805. Tonight, we stay in the capital city of Helena.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 8: Mammoth Hot Springs
    This morning’s serene drive brings us along the crystal-clear Gallatin River to Gardiner, the Northern Gateway to Yellowstone. Upon arriving at Yellowstone National Park, we go through its original entrance and enjoy a stop to explore beautiful Mammoth Hot Springs while gazing upon a variety of wildlife and unbeatable vistas. Later, we check in to our accommodations nestled inside the park and have dinner together.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

  • Day 9: Yellowstone National Park
    Today, we spend a full day uncovering the natural wonders of Yellowstone National Park with an expert park guide! Our exciting tour includes fascinating narration, lunch at Canyon Lodge Eatery, and stops at Old Faithful and Artist Point. We also see stunning views of Upper and Lower Yellowstone Falls as well as the multicolored Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, a vibrant gorge spanning 20 miles. The evening is at your leisure.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 10: Cody
    Our day begins with a drive to Cody, Wyoming, known as the Rodeo Capital of the World. After an included lunch, we visit the Buffalo Bill Center of the West to explore five museums with intriguing exhibits and discover why author James Mitchner called this world-class collection “The Smithsonian of the West.” Tonight, we saddle up for a cowboy experience featuring an all-you-can-eat dinner with foot-stompin’ entertainment, followed by a thrilling rodeo at Stampede Park!

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

  • Day 11: Devils Tower National Monument
    We head eastbound through Wyoming today, making a stop in the Black Hills region at Devils Tower, the first national monument in the United States. Learn how this soaring rock was formed over millions of years and became a significant cultural site for many Native American tribes. Afterwards, we travel into South Dakota to enjoy two nights in Rapid City, known as the Gateway to the Black Hills.

    Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 12: Custer State Park & Memorials
    We continue exploring the Black Hills this morning with a 4x4 Jeep adventure through Custer State Park, South Dakota’s first and largest state park. Our expert driver-guides get us close to wildlife, such as bison, elk, mule deer, bighorn sheep, and many other species that live here. Next, we visit Crazy Horse Memorial and enjoy views of the iconic mountain carving during our included lunch at the on-site restaurant. Our day concludes with a drive to nearby Mount Rushmore National Memorial, one of America’s most famous carvings.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

  • Day 13: The Badlands
    Today, we explore the rugged beauty of Badlands National Park, one of the most dramatic displays of geological wonders in the world. We finish our loop of the park with a visit to the famous Wall Drug Store, where you have free time to shop and grab a bite to eat. Later, we celebrate our adventures with a Farewell Dinner in Mitchell, South Dakota. Our overnight accommodations are in Sioux Falls.

    Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

  • Day 14: Falls Park
    Our last day in South Dakota starts with a visit to beautiful Falls Park. Enjoy the scenery of Sioux Falls’ namesake and see some of the first buildings developed in the city. Afterwards, we drive back to Minneapolis, where our Midwest guests return home, while the remainder of the group settles in at our hotel.

    Meals Included: Breakfast

  • Day 15: Fly Home
    The rest of our group boards their flight home today, returning with fond memories of our spectacular getaway.

What's Included

All Accommodations

  • 1 night in Jamestown, ND
  • 1 night in Medora, ND
  • 1 night at Best Western Plus Havre Inn & Suites, MT
  • 1 night at Best Western Rocky Mountain Lodge
  • 1 night in Great Falls, MT
  • 1 night in Helena, MT
  • 2 nights at Grant Village inside Yellowstone National Park
  • 1 night in Cody, WY
  • 2 nights in Rapid City
  • 1 night at Sheraton Sioux Falls & Convention Center
  • 1 night Guests with airfare stay one night at Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington before and after the tour.

Attractions & Highlights

  • Medora Musical
  • Theodore Roosevelt National Park
  • Glacier National Park feat. Going-to-the-Sun Road
  • Lewis & Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center
  • Gates of the Mountains boat tour
  • Yellowstone National Park guided tour feat. Old Faithful & Hayden Valley
  • Buffalo Bill Center of the West
  • Cody Stampede Rodeo
  • Devils Tower National Monument
  • Crazy Horse Memorial
  • Buffalo Safari Jeep Tour in Custer State Park
  • Mount Rushmore National Memorial
  • Wall Drug Store
  • Badlands National Park
  • Falls Park in Sioux Falls

22 Excellent Meals

  • Dinner at Pitchfork Steak Fondue
  • Lunch in Glacier National Park
  • Lunch & dinner in Yellowstone National Park
  • All-you-can-eat dinner & western music show at Cody Cattle Co.
  • Lunch at Crazy Horse Memorial
  • Farewell Dinner in South Dakota

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