8-Nights America's Greatest Treasures With Rapid City Start

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Go west for adventure and treasured discoveries on this affordable American vacation through South Dakota, Wyoming, and Utah. From the stomping grounds of Calamity Jane and Wild Bill Hickok to the lofty peaks of the Grand Tetons, you’ll experience the Wild West with its stunning vistas and historic lore. Pass through the Black Hills of South Dakota where the legends of the frontier made their mark and stand at the national monuments to presidents at Mount Rushmore, and to Native American legend, Chief Crazy Horse. Follow the trail of pioneers and history-makers to Wyoming-home of Buffalo Bill and the spectacular natural splendor of Yellowstone National Park. From Old Faithful and thundering waterfalls to the desert of the Great Salt Lake, your journey through the American West is a tale to be told for years to come.

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Grand Teton National Park Grand Teton National Park Towering more than a mile above the valley of Jackson Hole, the Grand Teton rises to 13,770 feet. Twelve Teton peaks reach above 12,000 feet and support a dozen mountain glaciers. The west side of the range slopes gently, showing the angle of tilt of the Earth's crust. The Teton Range is the youngest range in the Rockies and displays some of North America's oldest rocks.	Destination Guide
West Yellowstone, MT West Yellowstone, MT West Yellowstone is a small community located in Montana. It is a historic gateway community to Yellowstone National Park, existing since the early 1900s. Enjoy epic fishing, snowmobiling, spectacular ski trails, historic town buildings and a friendly atmosphere that will make you feel at home.	Destination Guide
Jackson, WY Jackson, WY This town hasn't changed much since the West was won, with historical architecture, authentic saloons, and a true wild western atmosphere.	Destination Guide
Cody Cody Cody, Wyoming is known as the "Rodeo Capital of the World." Enjoy an authentic rodeo when visiting, or some of the many other historic experiences of the old west, such as a visit to the Buffalo Bill Historic Center. Located at the edge of Bighorn Basin with the Shoshone River flowing through Cody, spectacular panoramic views abound. Cody is also conveniently located just miles from the east gate of Yellowstone National Park.	Destination Guide
Salt Lake City Salt Lake City Salt Lake City's family oriented culture makes it a perfect getaway destination. The city offers a variety of attractions, amusement centers, and unique attractions & activities to please children of all ages. Salt Lake is also recognized as one of the best ski areas in the United States with ten major ski resorts, seven cross country areas, and the nation's only recreational ski jumping complex, all with one hour of downtown Salt Lake. It's an ideal place for a memorable winter vacation. Delight in animal antics and winged wonders. Glide round an outdoor skating rink downtown. Travel back in time at an authentic pioneer village or trace family roots amid the world's largest collections of genealogical data. Experience a multimedia star show. Dig up facts about dinosaurs, history, or mining.	Destination Guide
Deadwood Deadwood Located in the heart of the Black Hills of South Dakota, Deadwood is a historically significant city to the gold rush of 1876. Deadwood originally was settled on Lakota land in the 1870s, and once gold was discovered, the town became known for wild saloons, brothels and gambling. Deadwood’s wild reputation was furthered after the murder of gunman Wild Bill Hickok. Deadwood turned around its reputation when the economy changed to mining. The entire town was later designated a National Historic Landmark in 1961. Gaming was legalized in 1989 to bring revenue and interest back to the area, and is popular today. Visitors to Deadwood also enjoy touring the restored Victorian buildings unique to the West. Hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking is popular in the summer, and skiing is enjoyed in the winter at two nearby ski areas.	Destination Guide
Rapid City Rapid City Rapid City is your bridge to some of the most intriguing and beautiful attractions in America: The inspirational Mt. Rushmore National Memorial, the visionary Crazy Horse Memorial, and the tranquil Black Hills National Forest with its abundant wildlife. There are mountains at our doorstep, filled to the brim with incredible scenery and crystal blue lakes. There are herds of buffalo roaming Custer State Park, the Badlands and Devils Tower.	Destination Guide

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