Mount Rushmore & South Dakota's Black Hills - 6 days

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Discover the highlights of South Dakota on a 6-day tour through the Black Hills, including a visit to the iconic Mount Rushmore. Visit Badlands National Park, see the Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming and pay your respects at the Crazy Horse Monument. Experience a scenic train ride through the Black Hills, explore the historic town of Deadwood and del...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Badlands National Park - Admire the dramatic landscapes and rock formations of the park and search for bison and other wildlife
    • Mount Rushmore - Take in this iconic National Memorial and return in the evening to experience the patriotic Evening Lighting Ceremony
    • Black Hills Central Railroad - Ride a heritage 1880s train through the diverse landscapes of the Black Hills
    • Devils Tower - Marvel at the towering Devils Tower National Monument with scenic walks around this iconic monolith
    • Wind Cave National Park - Head underground to explore the cavernous passages and "boxwork" formations of this reserve
    • Custer State Park - Enjoy a thrilling Jeep Safari through the park in search of the resident wildlife, including mountain lions, bison and elk

What's this trip about?

    Discover the highlights of South Dakota on a 6-day tour through the Black Hills, including a visit to the iconic Mount Rushmore. Visit Badlands National Park, see the Devils Tower National Monument in Wyoming and pay your respects at the Crazy Horse Monument. Experience a scenic train ride through the Black Hills, explore the historic town of Deadwood and delve into the underground wonders of Wind Cave. End with a Buffalo Jeep Safari in Custer State Park, home to elk, bison, mountain lions and coyotes.

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - max of 14 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityRapid City
End CityRapid City

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Nature & Wildlife

Destinations

Min Group Size

  • Min Group Size: 14

Max Group Size

  • Max Group Size: 14

Trip includes

    • 5 breakfasts, 1 lunch & 2 dinners
    • 5 Nights in a 3 star hotel
    • Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and airport departure transfer on day 6
    • Escorted by a knowledgeable local tour guide
    • Comfortable transportation in a Mercedes Benz Sprinter van or similar
    • Attraction and park entrance fees
    • Note: This tour is operated in conjunction with our trusted partner and you will join travellers from different operators, not solely On The Go

Itinerary

Travel Map

Day : 1 Rapid City

Rapid City - Keystone. Welcome to South Dakota! You will be collected on arrival at Rapid City Regional Airport and taken to our hotel in the heart of the Black Hills, near Keystone. In the evening, join the rest of the group for a welcome dinner, so everyone can get ...

Day : 2 Keystone

Keystone - Badlands National Park - Wall - Keystone. We’ll take a short drive to Badlands National Park for sightseeing and hiking. Badlands National Park is a dramatic landscape of layered, jagged rock formations in shades of red, yellow, and grey, carved by centuri...

Day : 3 Keystone

Today, after breakfast, we set off for Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Mount Rushmore depicts the 60-foot-tall faces of four U.S. presidents - George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln, carved into its granite face and surrounded b...

Day : 4 Keystone

Keystone - Devils Tower National Monument - Deadwood - Keystone. This morning, after breakfast, we travel to Wyoming on our way to Devils Tower National Monument for a tour and a scenic walk around this magnificent monolith. Devils Tower National Monument is formed of...

Day : 5 Wind Cave National Park

Keystone - Wind Cave National Park - Custer State Park - Keystone. We start the day by visiting Wind Cave National Park, famous for its vast underground passages, including the unique "boxwork" formations. Known as one of the longest and most complex caves in the worl...

Day : 6 Rapid City

Keystone - Rapid City. After breakfast, you will check out and be transferred to Rapid City Airport for your departure flight home.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $2,025
Price per day$338
Last Updated: 3/25/2025

Departure dates are guaranteed with 6 travellers. 'Twin / Double' prices are per person when there are 2 people sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to all solo travellers, or if your booking party cannot reach the minimum of 2 persons in a room. Single Rooms can also be booked by any other person wanting the comfort and privacy of their own room.

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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Logistics

What's excluded

    • International flights & visas
    • Tips for your tour guide - an entirely personal gesture!
    • Optional activities
    • Any meals or drinks not specified in the inclusions
    • Please note: This tour involves a lot of walking and hiking, and a decent fitness level is required. Please speak to us before booking your tour if you have concerns or questions about your level of fitness.

Accommodation

3-star hotel
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
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Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Minimum age 6 years. All passengers must be able to hike a moderate distance, both young and old! Please see 'RED FLAGS' for more detail.
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Trip ID
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