Welcome to the all-Western town of Jackson! Mix and mingle with your Tour Director and traveling companions at tonight’s 6 pm welcome dinner. Board a covered wagon and ride into beautiful Cache Creek Canyon for a CHUCK WAGON COOKOUT and Wild West show. (Dinner)

Today, set out on a RIVER ADVENTURE in a comfortable raft that takes you beneath the towering peaks of the Grand Tetons. Your experienced Local Guide will point out the flora and fauna indigenous to the area. The afternoon is free in Jackson to explore the shops and museums of historic downtown. This evening, you may opt to stroll along the downtown boardwalks and enjoy dinner at one of the swing-door saloons. (Breakfast)

Head north through GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK and on to YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK, established in 1872 as the world’s first national park. Admire famous Old Faithful Geyser that has been erupting consistently for more than 100 years. Take a scenic drive, stopping at Fountain Paint Pots to see four of the geothermal features: fumaroles, geysers, hot springs, and a bubbling mudpot. Rejoin Grand Loop Road to enjoy photo stops at Yellowstone River’s Lower Falls—almost twice as high as Niagara. (Breakfast, Dinner)Note: The routing and areas visited within Yellowstone are subject to favorable weather and/or road conditions. When conditions are unfavorable, the routing may be adjusted accordingly.

Time today to explore Yellowstone’s beautiful backcountry. Perhaps stroll along the Firehole River to one of the park’s backcountry geysers, visit remote bubbling mudpots, trek up a mountain pass with breathtaking scenic views, or hike through wildflower-filled meadows along a cool, sparkling creek. Be ready for fun and adventure as you immerse yourself in the natural wonders of Yellowstone’s wilderness. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Near the east exit of the park, watch for wildlife as you leave Yellowstone for Cody, named after dashing Buffalo Bill Cody. This afternoon, visit the BUFFALO BILL HISTORICAL CENTER, which interprets the history of the American cowboy, dude ranching, Western conservation, and frontier entrepreneurship. Later this evening we have reserved grandstand tickets at the CODY RODEO for you. In the “Rodeo Capital of the World,” witness America’s original sport with fearless bull riders, high-flying broncs, brawny steer wrestlers, and daredevil rodeo clowns—the action is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat! (Breakfast)

Enjoy this morning’s scenic drive through the Bighorn Mountains on your way to the LITTLE BIGHORN BATTLEFIELD. Tour the battlegrounds where Custer was defeated by approximately 7,000 Lakota, Cheyenne, and Arapahoe warriors, and visit the museum. Continue on to the cattle town of Sheridan. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Journey through the rolling hills of Wyoming’s Powder River Basin and the Black Hills, arriving in South Dakota. See CRAZY HORSE MEMORIAL, built in honor of the fearless Sioux Indian chief. Afterward, explore MOUNT RUSHMORE NATIONAL MEMORIAL, which features the monumental likenesses of four U.S. Presidents—Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Roosevelt. Perhaps stroll along the Presidential Trail for more intimate views, or visit the Information Center. Tonight, your Tour Director hosts a special farewell dinner. (Breakfast, Dinner)

Your vacation ends this morning with guests departing on independent schedules. Transfers are provided to the Rapid City Airport. (Breakfast)