Five Epic National Parks

Get ready for your journey through the Old West and epic national parks in the intrepid adventurer's town of Jackson. Check in to your hotel and enjoy an afternoon strolling past the art galleries in town, ranked as one of the top five art markets in the country, before meeting your fellow travelers for a dinner this evening to kick off your US National Park tour.

See Grand Teton National Park with the shimmering peaks of the Teton range rising up above alpine forests and lakes. The park is famous for its 40-mile-long Teton Mountain Range, including eight peaks over 3,658 m (12,001 ft) in elevation. Several glacier carved lakes dominate the park's landscape, Jenny Lake being the most popular. Grand Teton is a top-notch destination for wildlife sightings including black bears, gray wolves, eagles and elk. This afternoon, opt to sail into the sky on an aerial tram ride to the peak of Rendezvous Mountain offering 360-degree views of the Tetons, Jackson Hole and the Snake River Valley.

This morning, opt to get on the water for a Snake River Float Adventure. Grand Teton National Park promises mountain peaks, lakes and forests. Explore the alpine landscapes, keeping your camera at hand to capture the picturesque backdrop of the 40-mile long Teton Mountain Range for today's drive. See parts of Yellowstone's lower loop before arriving in West Yellowstone, the gateway to the world's oldest national park and a boon for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.

• Visit Grand Teton National Park

See how Yellowstone, America’s first national park, is in a league of its own. From over 500 spouting geysers and bubbling mud pots to turquoise hot springs, this geothermal wonderland is full of surprises. Visit Old Faithful and watch its iconic eruption, then stop at scenic highlights including Norris Geyser Basin and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Keep your eyes peeled for roaming bison, elk and grizzlies along the way. Later, engage in a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience that brings you face-to-face with the living heritage of the Apsáalooke Nation. Through the words of Charles Yarlott, Jr., gain powerful insight into his people’s ancestral connection to this land, passed down through oral history and lived tradition. Discover how the Crow people, known for their horsemanship and warrior traditions, preserved their culture and identity through centuries of upheaval.

• Visit Yellowstone National Park
• Apsáalooke Country: Resilience and Heritage

Get ready for a taste of all things local on your US National Park tour on your journey to Salt Lake City with a stop in Pocatello for a Be My Guest experience at Swore Farms. At this family owned and operated farm, meet Wendy, mother, farmer and award-winning author for a tour of the farm and greenhouses followed by lunch. Discover the secrets of Wendy’s family's passion for farming and living a rural lifestyle before traveling south. In Utah’s capital, the center of the Mormon religion, delve into history at the Salt Lake City Temple Square and explore on your own. This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner.

• Tour and Lunch at Swore Farms
• Orientation Tour of Salt Lake City

Explore the eerie hoodoo spires of Bryce Canyon National Park in one of the country’s most remarkable landscapes. Admire its deep canyons, juniper pine trees and secret hideaways in an amphitheater of rusty red, pink and orange limestone spires. This evening, take the opportunity to explore the charming town of Springdale at your leisure. Nestled at the gateway of Zion National Park, this picturesque town is surrounded by towering red cliffs that creating a stunning natural backdrop.

• Bryce Canyon National Park

Zion Canyon promised soaring canyon walls and the winding Virgin River, and your private tram ride along the valley floor will have you delving into some of the park's most treasured spots. Journey through the painted landscape of Northern Arizona on your way to Williams. Along the way, stop at historic Cameron Trading Post, a local landmark where you'll find Native American art, jewelry and Southwest specialties. You day ends with a Stays with Stories experience at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel.

• Visit Zion National Park
• Zion National Park Tram Tour
• Stays with Stories: Grand Canyon Railway Hotel

Visit one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage site, Grand Canyon National Park. Experience the park on an optional morning flightseeing ride. Then, take in views on the ground as you learn about this natural spectacle. Celebrate your journey with dinner at Fred Harvey restaurant. Enjoy the restaurant’s railroad atmosphere complete with dishes inspired by recipes used on classic American railroads.

You’re treated to a classic road trip on iconic Route 66. Slice through desert landscapes bound for the desert playground of Las Vegas where you will be transferred to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport or consider extending your US National Park tour.

• Scenic Drive Along Route 66