These exciting Western United States tours showcase many favorite sites, life in the wild west, rich heritage of Native Americans, natural wonders, vineyards and human ingenuity. With inclusions such as transportation within the vacation, conveniently located hotels, many meals, exclusive activities, tour guides, admission to attractions and recommendations for free time. Throughout this trip visitors can taste local flavors, learn the cowboy ways, enjoy wide open spaces, see and meet some of the local wildlife and some of these also visit a National Park or two.
Read moreYour inner cowboy and cowgirl will revel as you saddle up and ride the range with real horse wranglers on a working ranch in Montana. Stay in historic hotels dating back to the 1800s, as you learn about their history. Go whitewater river rafting on the Gallatin River. Go for a wagon ride followed with a traditional Chuckwagon dinner. Visit the Oregon Trail Center in Montpelier, Idaho gaining insights into the challenges faced by those crossing the country. After passing through the landmark tangled elk antler arch in Jackson Hole, enjoy strolling along the boardwalk stopping in the lovely shops and cafes lining the way. A tour of The Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center in West Yellowstone gives guests insights into conservation measures and Old Faithful geyser spouting is always a joy to see. Walk in the footsteps of "Buffalo Bill" in his hometown of Cody. See Plains Indians beautiful and meaningful art. Marvel at the incredible tribute to a legendary Lakota leader at the Crazy Horse Memorial and you’ll recognize the famous faces gazing out from Mount Rushmore. Pick up wonderful handmade souvenirs in the artist colony Taos, New Mexico. Wine tastings and meals in vineyards, such as in the Williamette Valley are another fun highlight. Have a coffee seminar and tour of Starbucks Reserve Roastery in Seattle. Western United States tours have the ideal selections of something for everyone.
UNESCO World Heritage sites, cowboys, Native American sons and daughters, wide open spaces, local artisans, imposing rock formations, vibrant colors seemingly kissed by Mother Nature herself, fascinating dwellings, and much more highlight these Western U.S. vacations. Working ranches enlighten guests to cowboy culture, past and present. Explore your surroundings with a Navajo guide and delve into their rich traditions. Visit historic sites with local specialists and historians from the westward push of pioneers. Mountains, valleys, plains, canyons, deserts, waterfalls, verdant forests, roaring rivers, cosmopolitan cities, technological marvels, neon lights, beaches and more draw global guests to the Western United States continually. Let this region tug on your heartstrings as you encounter new friends and make wonderful memories.
Read less
Stories by Ken Burns
The Spirit of the Desert: Southwest National Parks tour is a 10 day Tauck World Discovery tour bringing you to Colorado, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. Author and famed filmmaker Daytona Duncan removes the mystery of the West on this tour.
Enjoy the beauty of northern California with a blend of the sophisticated cities of San Francisco, Monterrey and Carmel and the sights of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Enjoy a stop in California’s wine country and visit Lake Tahoe. Explore Yosemite National Park and the Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks. And witness the brilliant night skies as you stargaze in Sequoia.
Stories by Ken Burns
The Canadian Rockies and Glacier National Park tour is a 10 day adventure through one of the most stunning part of Canada. This Tauck tour is a Stories by Ken Burns feature tour to five world famous parks in the Canadian Rockies. From Waterton Lakes National Park to Glacier National Park and all points in between.
What better way to see the Old Wests than a train tour? The adventure begins in Denver and includes scenic journeys through the Rocky Mountains including stops in Breckenridge, Glenwood Springs, Silverton and Durango, Colorado. Then head south to New Mexico to visit Taos, Chimayo and Santa Fe before heading back to Denver via Royal Gorge and Colorado Springs.
Explore 4 stunning islands on The Best of Hawaii escorted tour. Breathtaking natural and historical sights, exclusive cultural experiences and some free days to enjoy as you choose on Oahu, the Big Island of Hawaii, Kauai and Maui await. Some highlights include sightseeing in Honolulu, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, touring a Kona coffee plantation, a cooking lesson and Pearl Harbor.
Adventure awaits you on this National Parks Tour through Nevada, Utah and Arizona. Beginning and ending in Las Vegas, the tour features visits to the Grand Canyon National Park, Lake Powell, Monument Valley, Arches National Park and Moab, Bryce Canyon National Park and the Zion National Park. Be captivated by striking landscapes that will never be forgotten.
Journey through the west to Utah, Wyoming and South Dakota and discover Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, Hot Springs, Mount Rushmore, Yellowstone National Park, and Grand Teton National Park. Stay in classic lodges with breathtaking views and enjoy exclusive experiences such as a buffalo safari and a chuckwagon cookout as well as seeing the world’s largest mammoth excavation.
View the best of the National Parks on this tour to Nevada, Arizona, Colorado, South Dakota, Wyoming and Utah. Explore the Grand Canyon, Monument Valley, Arches National Park, Custer State Park, Black Hills National Forest, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, and Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks. Be amazed by the natural beauty and stunning views on this expansive tour.
Get ready to be amazed on this incredible National Parks tour that includes South Dakota, Wyoming, Utah, Arizona and Nevada. Discover some of America's most beautiful national parks including Mount Rushmore, Black Hills National Forest, Bighorn Mountains, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, Bryce Canyon and Zion National Parks, Lake Powell and Grand Canyon National Park.
Embark on a scenic, fragrant and fascinating journey on this Grand Hawaii Vacation escorted tour. Romantic plumeria, orchid and jasmine scented breezes accompany you through Honolulu, Kailua, Kauai and Maui. You'll witness volcanoes and traditional entertainment. Enjoy a guided tour of Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial and Museum. Marvel at Kilauea Crater, steam vents and lava tubes among other thrilling scenery.
All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.
