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Tour · Collette · 6 nights

Spotlight on South Dakota featuring Mount Rushmore & The Badlands

  • Jeep safari searching for buffalo in Custer State Park
  • Crazy Horse Memorial and Indian Museum of North America visit
  • Hiking the 1.3-mile Tower Trail at Devils Tower
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$4,849 pp twin share
$5,999 pp solo share
6 nights
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17 departures

  1. Fri 7 May 2027 → Thu 13 May 2027 6 nights · Rapid City, SD Land $4,849 from $4,849 pp twin share Guaranteed Select
  2. Fri 21 May 2027 → Thu 27 May 2027 6 nights · Rapid City, SD Land $4,849 from $4,849 pp twin share Guaranteed Enquire
  3. Wed 16 Jun 2027 → Tue 22 Jun 2027 6 nights · Rapid City, SD Land $4,649 from $4,649 pp twin share Guaranteed Select
  4. Fri 25 Jun 2027 → Thu 1 Jul 2027 6 nights · Rapid City, SD Land $4,849 from $4,849 pp twin share Select
  5. Fri 9 Jul 2027 → Thu 15 Jul 2027 6 nights · Rapid City, SD Land $4,849 from $4,849 pp twin share Select
Departs Fri 21 May 2027 Returns Thu 27 May 2027
Duration6 nights
OperatorCollette
StyleTour
HighlightA guided journey through South Dakota's Black Hills and Badlands, linking Mount Rushmore, Deadwood and wild Western history
Mount Rushmore and its night-time lighting ceremony. Badlands National Park with a Native American guide. Deadwood's Wild West history and Western show

Discover the spirit of the American West and come to know the legends of the past. Discover the stories of the Lakota through a Native American chronicler. See Crazy Horse Memorial, the world’s largest mountain sculpture still in progress. Visit iconic Mt. Rushmore. Journey through the natural beauty of Badlands National Park and stop to browse at Wall Drug. Explore historic Deadwood, the former home of Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane. Choose how you delve into the local history, with a tour of the Adams Museum in Deadwood or at the exhibit Tatanka: Story of the Bison. Travel the backcountry of Custer State Park on a Jeep safari. Marvel at Devils Tower, the country’s first National Monument. Rapid City is your gateway into wild landscapes and historical landmarks.

Day by day

Itinerary

  1. 1

    Rapid City, South Dakota

    Fri 21 May
    Welcome to the West. Your tour opens in Rapid City, long known as the gateway to the Black Hills. As travelers' arrival times vary greatly, there are no group activities planned during the day. Tonight, you and your fellow travelers gather for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
    Dinner
  2. 2

    Rapid City - Mt. Rushmore - Rapid City

    Sat 22 May
    Learn the history of enterprising Westerners at the Chapel in the Hills. Continue to Mount Rushmore to spend time with the towering figures of Washington, Jefferson, Roosevelt, and Lincoln as you stroll along the Presidential Trail, offering the closest view of this iconic sculpture. This evening, return to Mount Rushmore for the night-time lighting ceremony.
    Breakfast
  3. 3

    Rapid City - Badlands - Wall - Rapid City

    Sun 23 May
    Today, embrace the vast beauty of Badlands National Park and venture into its larger-than-life landscape with a Native American guide. Your guide will share their personal perspective of the land, weaving stories of heritage, culture, and their way of life into the journey. At the visitor center, the stage is set for your adventure, with informative exhibits, displays, and videos to introduce you to the area. Travel the Badlands Loop Road, home to vibrant colors and rock formations created by mineral deposits. Visit the legendary Wall Drug, a store barely changed since 1936. Browse the shops, discover quirky Old West displays, capture a few fun photos, and grab a bite for lunch. Enjoy the evening at leisure.
    Breakfast
  4. 4

    Rapid City - Deadwood - Rapid City

    Mon 24 May
    Get ready for Deadwood, where gold, gambling, and gunpowder were once the order of the day. This morning, it’s your choice! Take a guided tour of the Adams Museum and explore dynamic exhibits that shine a light on Deadwood’s legends and outlaws -OR- visit Kevin Costner’s Tatanka: Story of the Bison sculptures depicting the relationship between bison and the Lakota. This afternoon, this National Historic Landmark comes alive as if you’ve stepped onto the set of an old-fashioned Western. A local guide shows you the town, including where Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane are buried. This evening, enjoy a dinner and Western show at the High Plains Heritage Center.
    BreakfastDinner
  5. 5

    Rapid City - Custer - Crazy Horse - Rapid City

    Tue 25 May
    Head to Custer State Park and keep your eyes peeled for bighorn sheep or wandering elk. Take in the lush landscape, rocky outcrops, and grazing animals as you make your way through South Dakota’s first state park. Venture off-road with an exciting buffalo safari, cruising deep into the park in an open-air Jeep and searching for herds of roaming buffalo. This afternoon, visit Crazy Horse Memorial and delve into the story of the largest, still-in-progress mountain sculpture. Take time to explore the Indian Museum of North America, the Native American Cultural Center, the sculptor’s studio, orientation center, and theaters.
    Breakfast
  6. 6

    Rapid City - Devils Tower National Monument, Wyoming - Rapid City

    Wed 26 May
    Get your bearings at the Geographic Center of the Nation, marking the middle of the U.S. Cross into Wyoming and view the first national monument, Devils Tower. Stand in awe before this lofty monolith, perhaps hiking the 1.3-mile Tower Trail around the base. Although famous as the backdrop in Close Encounters of the Third Kind, the tower is also sacred to many local tribes. This evening, join your fellow travelers for dinner as the end of your South Dakota adventure draws near.
    BreakfastDinner
  7. 7

    Rapid City - Tour Ends

    Thu 27 May
    Say goodbye to Rapid City as your tour comes to a close today.
    Breakfast
What you get for the price

Inclusions & exclusions

What’s included

  • Enjoy time to explore at the lofty Devils Tower.
  • Explore Deadwood, a National Historic Landmark that pays tribute to the ways of the Wild West.
  • Travel to the otherworldly Badlands National Park with an Indigenous guide.
  • Marvel at the iconic Mount Rushmore.
  • Search for buffalo and other wildlife in Custer State Park on an exciting off-road Jeep safari.
Where you’ll stay

Accommodation

  • Hyatt Place, Rapid City, SD
From the operator

Common questions about this voyage

How long is this journey?
This itinerary runs for 7 days and 6 nights.
When can I travel?
Departures are currently scheduled between 07 May 2027 and 19 Oct 2027, subject to live availability.
Are there different departure options?
Yes, multiple departures may be available depending on your preferred travel period.
Can I travel solo?
Solo pricing may be available on selected departures, and final options can be confirmed at enquiry.
Are discounts available?
Seasonal or loyalty discounts may be available on selected departures at the time of enquiry.
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