Mt. Rushmore to the Rocky Mountains (Self Drive)
❮Mt. Rushmore to the Rocky Mountains (Self Drive)
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This 10 night sample itinerary includes:
- Flight into Rapid City and out of Denver
- Rental Car for 11 days
- Hotel for 2 nights in Rapid City
- Hotel for 2 nights in Cheyenne
- Hotel for 1 nights in Fort Collins
- Hotel for 2 nights in Estes Park
- Hotel for 1 nights in Boulder
- Hotel for 2 nights in Denver
Visit American icons in South Dakota and Colorado: combine Rapid City (famous for being nearby to historic Mt. Rushmore), Cheyenne, Fort Collins-Loveland, Estes Park (inside the popular Rocky Mountain National Park, Boulder and the `Mile High` city itself: Denver (known for its lively music and arts scenes, experimental food outlets, and fantastic shopping avenues). This road trip is one you're sure to remember, whether you go with friends, family, or tackle it all on your own! Entrance to national parks is not included. Plan your visit according to your schedule and be sure to check each park's operating hours. This is a flexible vacation package. Select your number of nights in each city, desired hotel and activities.
Flexible Itinerary
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Rapid City, SD
Day 1Day 2Day 3Departing from Rapid City, SD
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Cheyenne, WY
Day 3Arrive to Cheyenne, WY
Overnight in Cheyenne, WY 11 hotels offeredDay 4Overnight in Cheyenne, WY 11 hotels offeredDay 5Departing from Cheyenne, WY
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Fort Collins-Loveland, CO
Day 5Arrive to Fort Collins-Loveland, CO
Overnight in Fort Collins-Loveland, CO 26 hotels offered
Optional 13 Things to doDay 6Departing from Fort Collins-Loveland, CO
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Estes Park, CO
Day 6Day 7Day 8Departing from Estes Park, CO
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Boulder, CO
Day 8Day 9Departing from Boulder, CO
Transportation to next city by: Regional Air -
Denver, CO
Day 9Day 10Day 11Departing from Denver, CO
USA
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Trip Summary
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Rapid City, SD
Rapid City is one of the gateways to Mount Rushmore National Park and Black Hills National Forest. It is called `the City of Presidents`: statues of all the U.S. presidents are on display in the downtown area. It is a regional hub for arts and culture, and the city is home to two dozen museums, art galleries, and theaters. It is also adjacent to Badlands National Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, and the Old West town of Deadwood.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
The Journey Museum and Learning Center, Museum of Geology, Art Alley, The City of Presidents Walk, Dahl Arts Center, Berlin Wall Memorial, the Chapel in the Hills, Black Hills National Forest, Mount Rushmore National Park, Deadwood, Badlands National Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, and so much more! -
Cheyenne, WY
The Wyoming capital, Cheyenne, houses the Wyoming State Capitol Building and the world's largest outdoor rodeo, Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum, with exhibits about early rodeos and artifacts like 19th-century passenger wagons. Don't forget to visit the Cheyenne Botanic Gardens featuring a labyrinth, and explore the collections at the Wyoming State Museum including dinosaur fossils. Come have awesome family fun at the land of cowboys, rodeos, trains, and nature.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Wyoming State Capitol Building, Governors` Mansion, Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum, Wyoming State Museum, Cheyenne Botanic Gardens. -
Fort Collins-Loveland, CO
Fort Collins-Loveland, just north of Denver, has 1800s houses, a vintage trolley, specialty shops and restaurants. in the historic Old Town area. The Fort Collins Museum of Discovery features interactive science, history and nature exhibits, plus a digital dome theater. West of the city, trails criss-cross Horsetooth Mountain Open Space, known for the peak's distinctive Horsetooth Rock formation and Horsetooth Falls.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Horsetooth Reservoir, Lory State Park, Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, Horsetooth Mountain, Boyd Lake State Park and much more. -
Estes Park, CO
Estes Park is a town in northern Colorado, known as a base for the Rocky Mountain National Park. The park`s famous Trail Ridge Road winds past craggy peaks, forests and tundra. The Estes Park Aerial Tramway connects the town to the summit of Prospect Mountain for views over the valley.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, Aspen and Evergreen Gallery, Lake Estes, Estes Park Museum, Rocky Mountains National Park. -
Boulder, CO
Boulder is a city at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, in northern Colorado. To the west, the trail-lined Flatirons are craggy rock formations overlooking the city. Downtown’s pedestrian Pearl Street Mall includes art galleries, cafes, restaurants and boutiques. The University of Colorado Boulder campus is home to the Fiske Planetarium and the Museum of Natural History, with zoology and anthropology exhibits.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Flatirons, Eldorado Canyon State Park, Flagstaff Mountain, Mount Snitas Trail, Pearl Street. -
Denver, CO
Denver, the mile high city and capital of Colorado, is where urban sophistication meets outdoor adventure. An American city dating back to the Old West known for its world-class cultural attractions, thriving craft breweries, chef-driven dining and red-hot music scene. The city’s oldest block, Larimer Square, features landmark 19th century buildings. Denver is also a starting point for ski resorts in the nearby Rocky Mountains. The city’s oldest block, Larimer Square, features landmark 19th century buildings. Denver is also a starting point for ski resorts in the nearby Rocky Mountains.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Red Rocks Park, Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Denver Zoo, the Blue Bear, Larimer Square, historic 17th Street and so much more!
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
The Journey Museum and Learning Center, Museum of Geology, Art Alley, The City of Presidents Walk, Dahl Arts Center, Berlin Wall Memorial, the Chapel in the Hills, Black Hills National Forest, Mount Rushmore National Park, Deadwood, Badlands National Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, and so much more!
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Wyoming State Capitol Building, Governors` Mansion, Cheyenne Frontier Days Old West Museum, Wyoming State Museum, Cheyenne Botanic Gardens.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Horsetooth Reservoir, Lory State Park, Fort Collins Museum of Discovery, Horsetooth Mountain, Boyd Lake State Park and much more.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Beaver Meadows Visitor Center, Aspen and Evergreen Gallery, Lake Estes, Estes Park Museum, Rocky Mountains National Park.
Recommended Stay: At least 2 nights
Must See`s:
Flatirons, Eldorado Canyon State Park, Flagstaff Mountain, Mount Snitas Trail, Pearl Street.
Recommended Stay: At least 3 nights
Must See`s:
Red Rocks Park, Denver Museum of Nature and Science, Denver Zoo, the Blue Bear, Larimer Square, historic 17th Street and so much more!