6-DAY BLACK HILLS OF SOUTH DAKOTA
6-DAY BLACK HILLS OF SOUTH DAKOTA
The Black Hills, located in the southwestern portion of South Dakota, are a small, isolated mountain range that pops out of the Great Plains and is a treasure chest full of fascinating landmarks. The centerpiece of the Black Hills is undoubtedly Mount Rushmore. But this famously sculptured mountain is just one of many attractions, including the Wind Cave National Park, the classic mining town of Deadwood, Crazy Horse Monument, Custer State Park and more. Nearby the Black Hills is Devil's Tower National Monument and Badlands National Park.
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Start Location: Rapid City
End Location: Rapid City
TOP HIGHLIGHTS
- Badlands National Park
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore
- Crazy Horse Monument
- Devils Tower National Monument
- Ride on the Black Hills Central Railroad
- Visit to Deadwood
- Wind Cave National Park
- Jeep Safari through Custer State Park
ITINERARY
Day 1: Rapid City
Today your Black Hills experience
begins as you arrive at the Rapid
City Airport and meet your
Southwest Adventure Tours tour
director. Transfer to your hotel in
the heart of the Black Hills near
Keystone and check in for a 5-
night stay. Then join the group
for a welcome dinner.
Overnight: Rapid City
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 2: Badlands National Park
Take a short drive to Badlands
National Park for sightseeing
and hiking. After this incredible
park, make a stop at world-famous Wall Drug for lunch and
some free time. Then stop in
Rapid City and visit the Prairie
Edge Trading Company. There
will be time to explore the
wonderful shops and art
galleries of Rapid City. Return
to Keystone for overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Mount Rushmore
Start the day with sightseeing
at Mount Rushmore National
Memorial. Next, board an 1880s
train at the Black Hills Central
Railroad for a historic ride
through the Black Hills. Then
it’s off to visit the Crazy Horse
Monument, a colossal but still
unfinished project that honors
this famous Sioux warrior.
Return to Keystone and enjoy
some free time to relax and
have dinner on your own, then
return to Mt. Rushmore and
experience the Evening
Lighting Ceremony, a touching
and patriotic presentation
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Devils Tower National Monument
This morning, travel to
Wyoming on your way to
Devils Tower National
Monument for touring and a
scenic walk around this
magnificent monolith.
Return to South Dakota and
arrive in the notorious old
west town of Deadwood for
some more touring. After
some free time to explore on
your own, return to
Keystone.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Wind Cave National Park - Custer State Park
Begin the day by visiting Wind
Cave National Park. Above, you
may see wildlife such as Bison,
Elk, Pronghorn and more. This
afternoon, arrive at Custer State
Park and the State Game Lodge
where you will board Jeeps for a
fun Buffalo Jeep Safari through
the Custer State Park. After
viewing a wide variety of wildlife,
return to Keystone and join the
group for a farewell dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Depart home
After breakfast, transfer to
the Rapid City Airport for
your departure flight home.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Services of a tour director – a professional tour guide
- Comfortable transportation
- 5 nights hotel accommodations
- 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
- Fees for attractions (train ride & jeep safari)
- Park entrance fees
- Airport transfers
- Gratuities for included meals and activities
- Applicable taxes and fees
EXCLUSIONS
- Items of a personal nature (alcohol, room service, etc.)
- Meals (other than listed in the itinerary)
- Optional activities
- Airfare
- Gratuities for the tour director
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What is the maximum number of travellers in a group?
Anderson Vacations specializes in Small Group Fully Escorted tours. If the tour is classified as a ‘Classic Tour’ up to 24 persons may join the tour although tours commonly travel with anywhere between 18 to 24 travellers. If the tour is classified as a 'Tour of Distinction’ only up to 18 persons may join the tour and many 'Tours of Distinction' travel with 12 to 18 travellers.
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We pride ourselves on providing “a small shared group experience.” In the event that we have fewer than ten participants on a tour we will offer a “small-group surcharge” to ensure that the tour runs as scheduled. This fee, which is up to 15% of the “land” portion of the tour, will be offered to you as an option to continue with the trip. This fee will cover the costs associated with handling a smaller group.
What is the average age of passengers for this tour?
Our tours are suitable for all age demographics. The average age of travelers is typically 45+.
How physically demanding is this tour? Are you able to accommodate people with mobility restrictions/limitations?
Some tours are mainly coach based and may not be physically demanding while others may require walking inclines or on rough surfaces to access interesting locations. Please check with us and your booking agent carefully and discuss your mobility restrictions before completing any tour booking to ensure this style of travel is right for you.
Can you accommodate passengers with dietary restrictions (food allergies, vegan, vegetarian etc.)?
Yes, we do accommodate dietary restrictions (within reason) such as, food allergies, vegan, vegetarian, etc. There are many meals included on our fully escorted tours. Please inform us of any dietary restrictions at the time of booking so we can ensure there are alternative meal choices.
Booking & Flight Questions
Do you arrange airport transfers?
Yes, we can assist you with airport transfers for you in most locations at a reasonable extra cost. Several tours have airport transfers already included. Please contact us for more details.
Can you assist with booking additional accommodation?
Yes, we can certainly assist with booking additional nights of hotel accommodation for you before and after your fully escorted tour. This is available upon request and subject to availability. Please inquire for further information and prices.
How much luggage should I bring?
Each passenger may bring one large suitcase and one carry-on bag. The weight limit for baggage is 20 kilograms or about 40 pounds. Baggage handling is provided at the hotels in our tour packages but there may be places where you will be required to wheel in your bags for quicker access. Be sure to advise our reservations staff if you will be bringing additional items such as a cane, walker, or wheelchair. You may also bring one small soft-sided carry-on bag, which should easily fit into the overhead shelf of a coach. Each person is responsible for his/her own carryon luggage. Remember to check your airline baggage restrictions if you are flying, as they may differ from Anderson Vacations guidelines.
I am a solo traveller. Is there a single surcharge?
There are options for single travelers to join most tours. Solo travellers can choose to pay a Single Supplement and have their own room throughout the tour. For those willing to share with a co-traveller of the same gender, we have a Twin Share option that is offered for most tours where you share a hotel room with another same gender traveller. In this case, you will not be charged for Single Supplement.
Is it possible to book a triple share accommodation?
Yes, it is possible to book triple share accommodations on select trips. Please inquire or contact us regarding this option, as prices and availability vary from tour to tour.
Can we book this tour with our exclusive group?
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Are gratuities included in the tour cost?
For convenience, gratuities for local guides and meals that are specified in the itinerary are included in the tour price. For meals not included in your tour package please remember that it is customary to tip your server 10-20% in North America. Gratuities for your Coach Driver (where appropriate) and Tour Director are entirely at your discretion. We recommend about CDN $5.00 per person, per day, for your Driver and CDN$7.00 per person, per day for your Tour Leader.
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Tour Code
6BHSD
6-Day Black Hills of South Dakota
6 days
Created On: 05 Dec 2023
Highlights
- Badlands National Park
- Mount Rushmore National Memorial
- Evening Lighting Ceremony at Mount Rushmore
- Crazy Horse Monument
- Devils Tower National Monument
- Ride on the Black Hills Central Railroad
- Visit to Deadwood
- Wind Cave National Park
- Jeep Safari through Custer State Park
Inclusions
- Services of a tour director – a professional tour guide
- Comfortable transportation
- 5 nights hotel accommodations
- 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
- Fees for attractions (train ride & jeep safari)
- Park entrance fees
- Airport transfers
- Gratuities for included meals and activities
- Applicable taxes and fees
Exclusions
- Items of a personal nature (alcohol, room service, etc.)
- Meals (other than listed in the itinerary)
- Optional activities
- Airfare
- Gratuities for the tour director
Dates & Prices
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END DATE
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Mon, 13 May 2024
Sat, 18 May 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 20 May 2024
Sat, 25 May 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 27 May 2024
Sat, 01 Jun 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 03 Jun 2024
Sat, 08 Jun 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 10 Jun 2024
Sat, 15 Jun 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 17 Jun 2024
Sat, 22 Jun 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 24 Jun 2024
Sat, 29 Jun 2024
$2,699 USD
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Sun, 07 Jul 2024
Fri, 12 Jul 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 08 Jul 2024
Sat, 13 Jul 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 15 Jul 2024
Sat, 20 Jul 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 22 Jul 2024
Sat, 27 Jul 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 12 Aug 2024
Sat, 17 Aug 2024
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Mon, 19 Aug 2024
Sat, 24 Aug 2024
$2,699 USD
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Mon, 26 Aug 2024
Sat, 31 Aug 2024
$2,699 USD
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All prices are per person based on double occupancy and subject to local taxes - GST, PST or HST.
Itinerary
Day 1: Rapid City
Today your Black Hills experience
begins as you arrive at the Rapid
City Airport and meet your
Southwest Adventure Tours tour
director. Transfer to your hotel in
the heart of the Black Hills near
Keystone and check in for a 5-
night stay. Then join the group
for a welcome dinner.
Overnight: Rapid City
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 2: Badlands National Park
Take a short drive to Badlands
National Park for sightseeing
and hiking. After this incredible
park, make a stop at world-famous Wall Drug for lunch and
some free time. Then stop in
Rapid City and visit the Prairie
Edge Trading Company. There
will be time to explore the
wonderful shops and art
galleries of Rapid City. Return
to Keystone for overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Mount Rushmore
Start the day with sightseeing
at Mount Rushmore National
Memorial. Next, board an 1880s
train at the Black Hills Central
Railroad for a historic ride
through the Black Hills. Then
it’s off to visit the Crazy Horse
Monument, a colossal but still
unfinished project that honors
this famous Sioux warrior.
Return to Keystone and enjoy
some free time to relax and
have dinner on your own, then
return to Mt. Rushmore and
experience the Evening
Lighting Ceremony, a touching
and patriotic presentation
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4: Devils Tower National Monument
This morning, travel to
Wyoming on your way to
Devils Tower National
Monument for touring and a
scenic walk around this
magnificent monolith.
Return to South Dakota and
arrive in the notorious old
west town of Deadwood for
some more touring. After
some free time to explore on
your own, return to
Keystone.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 5: Wind Cave National Park - Custer State Park
Begin the day by visiting Wind
Cave National Park. Above, you
may see wildlife such as Bison,
Elk, Pronghorn and more. This
afternoon, arrive at Custer State
Park and the State Game Lodge
where you will board Jeeps for a
fun Buffalo Jeep Safari through
the Custer State Park. After
viewing a wide variety of wildlife,
return to Keystone and join the
group for a farewell dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 6: Depart home
After breakfast, transfer to
the Rapid City Airport for
your departure flight home.
