Unlike its neighbor to the north, South Dakota is a state that is very popular with tourists, due to the diversity of the landscapes here. Not only will you find prairies and farmland, you will find such breathtaking national parks as the Badlands and the Black Hills. Mount Rushmore, the homage to four legendary U.S. presidents, is the state's top tourist attraction, followed closely by the Crazy Horse Memorial. Exciting South Dakota is where the Great Plains meet the Old West.
Enjoy an authentic journey through the senses, passing by Nebraska and South Dakota States, until you reach one of the most visited places in US: Mt. Rushmore. Start with a nice stay in Omaha (city in Nebraska, known for its pioneer history, museums and cultural centers. After that, pick up your car and head to South Dakota, combining these three cities and surrounding areas, ideal for excursions, walking trails, or amazing photos, like Sioux Falls (located in southeast South Dakota, with diverse outdoor adventure, its vibrant arts and music scene); Black Hills Natl. Forest (one of the most road-built national forests in the country, short miles from the Mt. Rushmore; with rugged rock formations, canyons, grasslands, streams, lakes and unique caves),
and Rapid City (knows as the "City of Presidents" because of the life-size bronze president statues located downtown, at the Back Hills and main base for travel on the Mount Rushmore National Memorial). Entrance to national parks is not included. Plan your visit according to your schedule and be sure to check each park's operating hours.
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Driving Time
Omaha - Sioux Falls: 2 hrs. 45 mins. approx.
Sioux Falls - Black Hills Natl Forest: 5 hrs. 45 mins. approx.
Black Hills Natl. Forest - Rapid City: 55 mins. approx.
South Dakota with its ranchland areas and rolling prairies and North Dakota Scenic Route. With this Self-Drive discover these main attractions, visiting: The City of the Presidents; Rapid City (the -Gateway to the Black Hills-, known for its proximity to national parks and nearby cave mountains), Bismarck and Fargo (on the banks of the Red River, jam-packed with museums, galleries and an Art Deco theater palace in its vibrant downtown district). This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.;
Driving Time
Rapid City - Bismarck: 4 hrs. 56 mins. approx.
Bismarck -Fargo: 2 hrs. 53 mins. approx.
South Dakota with its ranchland areas and rolling prairies give way to the dramatic Black Hills National Forest and its historical monuments. With this Self-Drive discover these main attractions, visiting: The "City of the Presidents"; Rapid City (the "Gateway to the Black Hills", known for its proximity to national parks and nearby cave mountains) and Black Hills National Forest (one of the most road-built national forests in the country, with rugged rock formations, canyons, grasslands, streams, lakes and unique caves. This place its locate short miles from Mount Rushmore). Entrance to national parks is not included. Plan your visit according to your schedule and be sure to check each park's operating hours.
What Makes Tripmasters Vacation Packages Different?
Unique, fully custom approach to vacation planning
Choose your preferred flight cabin class
Select up to 14 nights in each city during your stay
Pick from a wide selection of accommodation types (hotels, apartments, B&Bs, Guesthouses, and more)
Add transfers, activities and experiences, and more services to enhance your vacation
Live phone and chat support;
Driving Time
Rapid City - Black Hills National Forest: 55 mins. approx.
Black Hills National Forest - Rapid City Airport: 1 hr. approx.
The Great River Road takes adventure-seekers on the open road as it parallels the Mississippi River. The Great River Road in Illinois National Scenic Byway clocks in at 550 miles, passing through East Dubuque, Galena, and Fulton, with Dubuque, Bellevue, and Clinton on the Iowa side.
The Colorado Rockies are known for epic skiing trips, boasting powdery white slopes that offer endless hours of outdoor fun.
Exploring the stunning 3,000 mile stretch of the stunning Rocky Mountains National Parks is a serene experience!
Mount Rushmore, with its 60-foot-high sculpture of former U.S. presidents Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt, and Lincoln carved into it, is South Dakota`s most popular tourist attraction. Nearby Keystone serves as the gateway to the area.
Black Hills National Forest covers 1.2 million acres of lush verdant forested land, and majestic mountains stretching for 110 miles across the states of South Dakota and Wyoming.
The Santa Fe Trail was one of the most important pioneer trails in the United States` westward expansion period. Experience the Old West along one of the most beautiful stretches of plains, grassland, mountains, and deserts in the world.