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Included Premium Highlights
Stroll with your Tour Director along the rim to watch the sun set over the Grand
Canyon


Take a leisurely cruise on spectacular Lake Powell and explore scenic Antelope
Canyon


Join a private Zion Canyon Shuttle with live commentary


Stop in the Wild West town of Cody to explore the Buffalo Bill Historical
Center


Join Kevin Costner's Original Deadwood Tour and explore this once lawless
town


Visit Fort Laramie, a former frontier outpost of the American Cavalry

Included Personal Insights
Stop at the Glen Canyon Dam Visitor Center and learn about the Colorado
River Storage Project


Join a guided tour of Monument Valley Tribal Park by special vehicles


Relive "Custer's Last Stand" at the Little Bighorn Battlefield National
Monument

Included additional Excursions & Sights
Visit the artist colony of Sedona, set in the splendour of Red Rock Country


Drive through the dramatic landscape of Oak Creek Canyon


Travel the length of scenic Desert View


Drive along the Grand Canyon's South Rim


Stop at the Historic Cameron Trading Post featuring Native American arts and
crafts


Journey through the Painted Desert and Navajo Indian Reservation


Enjoy the rugged beauty of Bryce Canyon National Park and a leisurely walk along
Sunset Point to view the hoodoos


View Temple Square in Salt Lake City


Explore Grand Teton National Park and enjoy fabulous views at Jenny Lake


View Old Faithful and the other natural wonders of Yellowstone National Park


See the enormous Crazy Horse Memorial and visit Mount Rushmore National
Memorial


Journey along Trail Ridge Road inside Rocky Mountain National Park

Included First Class Services
Welcome Drink reception


Airport arrival and departure transfers on the first and last day of your
tour


Escorted by a professional Tour Director - Maximum group size of 40 people


Luxury air-conditioned coach with extra legroom


First-class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage


Insight Traveller document wallet, Welcome on Tour book with map and information
pack

Included Quality Dining
1 Highlight Dinner at the Grand Canyon (HD) plus choose from a selection of
restaurants on a Dine-Around evening in Jackson (DA)


15 Full Breakfasts (B) and 5 Hotel Dinners (D)

Included Premium Highlights
Stroll with your Tour Director along the rim to watch the sun set over the Grand
Canyon


Take a leisurely cruise on spectacular Lake Powell and explore scenic Antelope
Canyon


Join a private Zion Canyon Shuttle with live commentary


Stop in the Wild West town of Cody to explore the Buffalo Bill Historical
Center


Join Kevin Costner's Original Deadwood Tour and explore this once lawless
town


Visit Fort Laramie, a former frontier outpost of the American Cavalry

Included Personal Insights
Stop at the Glen Canyon Dam Visitor Center and learn about the Colorado
River Storage Project


Join a guided tour of Monument Valley Tribal Park by special vehicles


Relive "Custer's Last Stand" at the Little Bighorn Battlefield National
Monument

Included additional Excursions & Sights
Visit the artist colony of Sedona, set in the splendour of Red Rock Country


Drive through the dramatic landscape of Oak Creek Canyon


Travel the length of scenic Desert View


Drive along the Grand Canyon's South Rim


Stop at the Historic Cameron Trading Post featuring Native American arts and
crafts


Journey through the Painted Desert and Navajo Indian Reservation


Enjoy the rugged beauty of Bryce Canyon National Park and a leisurely walk along
Sunset Point to view the hoodoos


View Temple Square in Salt Lake City


Explore Grand Teton National Park and enjoy fabulous views at Jenny Lake


View Old Faithful and the other natural wonders of Yellowstone National Park


See the enormous Crazy Horse Memorial and visit Mount Rushmore National
Memorial


Journey along Trail Ridge Road inside Rocky Mountain National Park

Included First Class Services
Welcome Drink reception


Airport arrival and departure transfers on the first and last day of your
tour


Escorted by a professional Tour Director - Maximum group size of 40 people


Luxury air-conditioned coach with extra legroom


First-class hotels with all service charges, taxes and porterage


Insight Traveller document wallet, Welcome on Tour book with map and information
pack

Included Quality Dining
1 Highlight Dinner at the Grand Canyon (HD) plus choose from a selection of
restaurants on a Dine-Around evening in Jackson (DA)


15 Full Breakfasts (B) and 5 Hotel Dinners (D)

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: ARRIVE PHOENIX - SCOTTSDALE

Use your complimentary transfer to make your way to the resort in nearby Scottsdale. Your Tour Director is available at the hotel this afternoon to greet you and answer your questions. Join us at 6 p.m for a Welcome Drink at the hotel. Hotel: Camelback Inn, a JW Marriott Resort & Spa

Day 2: SCOTTSDALE - GRAND CANYON

Today's first stop is in the bohemian colony of Sedona, in the heart of Red Rock Country. Then on through Oak Creek Canyon to one of the natural wonders of the world - Grand Canyon National Park. Don't forget your camera as you embark on a stroll with your Tour Director along the rim to watch the sun set over the canyon walls. Tonight, enjoy a private dinner in the Thunderbird Room while taking in the magnificent views of the Grand Canyon's South Rim. Hotel: National Park Lodges (B,HD)

Day 3: GRAND CANYON - LAKE POWELL

After a morning at leisure at the Grand Canyon, move on to the Historic Cameron Trading Post. The journey carries on through the Painted Desert, a colourful fantasyland of mesas, buttes and badlands, and through the Navajo Indian Reservation. Stop at the Glen Canyon Dam to learn about its impact on the Colorado River before arriving at the lakefront resort. The scenery is breathtaking with towering rock walls rising out of the water. Take a leisurely cruise on the spectacular Lake Powell and explore the scenic Antelope Canyon, with its dramatic steep sandstone walls. Hotel: Lake Powell Resort (Guaranteed Lake View Rooms) (B,D)

Day 4: LAKE POWELL AT LEISURE

The entire day is yours to relax and enjoy the resort's facilities. Perhaps take a float trip down the Colorado River, or join our complimentary excursion to Monument Valley Tribal Park for a guided tour of this amazing landscape. The choice is yours. (B)

Day 5: LAKE POWELL - BRYCE OR ZION

This morning, perhaps enjoy an optional float trip down the Colorado River. Later, visit the balanced rocks, gravity-defying bridges and rock spires of Bryce Canyon National Park. Enjoy a leisurely walk along Sunset Point to view the hoodoos. Time at leisure before checking in at the lodge. Selected departures will continue on to Zion National Park for an overnight stay. Hotel: Bryce Canyon National Park Lodge or Zion Park National Park Lodge (B,D)

Day 6: BRYCE OR ZION - LAS VEGAS

Travel through more amazing scenery to Zion National Park. Join a private Zion Canyon Shuttle with live commentary to experience the scenic highlights of the park, followed by some time at leisure. A complete change of scenery awaits upon arrival in glittering Las Vegas. Hotel: Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino, a Sheraton Hotel (B)

Day 7: LAS VEGAS - SALT LAKE CITY

Travel on to Salt Lake City, host city of the 2002 Winter Olympics and home of the Mormon religion. Hotel: Salt Lake City Marriott City Center (B)

Day 8: SALT LAKE CITY - JACKSON

After viewing Temple Square on your orientation tour of Salt Lake City, head north into Wyoming. Cross
the historic Oregon Trail, and climb over the Teton Mountains to the western town of Jackson. For your Dine-Around pleasure this evening, choose between a selection of local restaurants. Hotel: Rustic Inn at Jackson Hole (B,DA)

Day 9: JACKSON - YELLOWSTONE

Explore Grand Teton National Park, stopping to admire the incredible views at Jenny Lake before moving on to Yellowstone National Park. Established in 1872 as the world's first national park, Yellowstone is known for its unique geothermal activity, spectacular landscapes and abundant wildlife. Hotel: National Park Lodges (B,D)

Day 10: YELLOWSTONE SIGHTSEEING

Explore Yellowstone National Park: walk among the erupting geysers, see colourful bubbling mudpots and witness Old Faithful shooting over 120ft into the air. See free-roaming herds of buffalo, deer, elk and bear in their natural habitat, and don't miss the thundering Lower Yellowstone Falls. (B)

Day 11: YELLOWSTONE - BILLINGS

Travel down the Shoshone Canyon through the Absaroka Rocky Mountains to the old Wild West town of Cody to visit the Buffalo Bill Historical Center, built in honour of one of America's great Western legends. Stay overnight in the old cattle town of Billings, Montana. Hotel: Crowne Plaza Hotel Billings (B)

Day 12: BILLINGS - CUSTER STATE PARK

Relive "Custer's Last Stand" at the Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, before driving into the Black Hills of South Dakota. In Deadwood, join Kevin Costner's Original Deadwood Tour and explore this once lawless town with a local expert. Relive the days of Wild Bill Hickok and Calamity Jane, who made this town famous during the gold rush of the 1870's. Next continue on to Custer State Park, famed for its abundant wildlife. Look out for buffalo, deer and elk. Hotel: The State Game Lodge (B,D)

Day 13: BLACK HILLS EXCURSION

Start the day at Crazy Horse Memorial, a gigantic sculpture dedicated to all Native Americans. Come face-to-face with four American Presidents at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Spend the rest of the day at leisure. (B)

Day 14: CUSTER STATE PARK - CHEYENNE

Travel across the high plains into Wyoming. Stop at the historic Fort Laramie, site of one of the great frontier outposts, before continuing to Cheyenne for an orientation tour and overnight stay. Hotel: Little America Hotel & Resort (B)

Day 15: CHEYENNE - DENVER

Enter Rocky Mountain National Park and pass over Trail Ridge Road to the source of the Colorado River (weather permitting). Take an orientation tour of the Mile High City of Denver, before a farewell dinner with newfound friends. Hotel: Grand Hyatt Denver (B,D)

Day 16: DENVER - DEPARTURE

Your vacation comes to an end today. A complimentary transfer to Denver International Airport is provided. (B)

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About Insight Vacations

Insight is a mid-range tour company which separates itself from the pack by selecting hotels in great locations and by offering more included sightseeing than comparable tours from other companies. They do charge a premium for the optional add-ons however. Transportation is comfortable and visitors tend to feel less rushed at each sight because the tours spend longer in each destination.

Traveler profile

Generally appeals to couples of 50+ though single travelers of ages 40+ (and occasionally significantly younger or older) are also often guests on these tours.

Group size

Maximum 40 people on a bus, seating adjusted so there's space for only 40 passengers (vs. typical 55)

Tour directors

Tour guides are generally very experienced (10+ years) and experts in their destinations.

Hotel type

"Hotels are centrally located, close to interesting sights, and generally of a
higher quality than many tour companies. "

What's included

Most city tours included. Full breakfast included. Some other meals included, at 2 and 3 star restaurants. Optional add-ons, including many of the most appealing visits, are available for an extra fee.

Free time

Generally there is free time in the evenings upon arrival in each city, and more if you opt out of the add-ons.

Booking Policy

BOOKING CHANGES, CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS

Online Bookings:
To make changes and or cancel a booking made online, Travel agents must call Insight Vacations Automation Helpdesk to modify at (800) 299-1120.
Booking changes:
A fee of $30 per transaction will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed. Any alterations will risk the loss of air space or increased airfares. Name changes or corrections will be treated as a cancellation of air and all normal air cancellation fees will apply.
Note: Cancellation fees will be charged if you cancel you entire tour package to reschedule for a different date.
Cancellations and Cancellation Fees:

* If notice of cancellation is received by Insight Vacations 45 days prior to departure*, the non-refundable deposit will be retained along with the Travel Protection Plan, see Insight’s brochure.
* If full payment is not received 45 days prior to departure the Airline(s) have the right to cancel your Air reservation. Regrettably, if payment is not received by Insight we will not be responsible for lost reservations.
* Notice of cancellation must be made in writing either directly to Insight or through your Travel Agent.
* The following scale of charges will apply when notice of cancellation is given after the booking is confirmed:

No. of days prior to Departure* (Cancellation Fee)

45 days or more (the non-refundable deposit)
44-22 (25% of total price)
21-8 (30% of total price)
7-1 (50% of total price)
Day of departure*/No show (100% of total price)

• Extra night hotel accommodation that is cancelled within 14 days of the booked date incurs a 100% cancellation fee. When accommodation is cancelled outside 14 days, the cancellation fees are:

45 days or more (US$30 per person)
44 - 22 days (25%)
21 - 15 days (30%)

*PLEASE NOTE: The departure date constitutes the date indicated on Insight’s confirmation.
• Airline arrangements: The following cancellation charges apply for airline arrangements made by Insight Vacations:
- Prior to Airline Ticketing service fee $50.00 per person.
- After Airline Ticketing service fee $75.00 per person plus any airline imposed penalties which may be up to 100% of the air ticket value.

Refunds and Penalties:

* Illness or Absenteeism: In the event of your withdrawal from a tour after commencement for reasons of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any claim. We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including but not limited to, missed meals or sightseeing. Insight makes no representation or guarantees concerning reimbursements of funds paid by you under any claim.
* Air & Land Packages: These packages are based on non-refundable airfares. If flight changes requested after the deposit has been received, or if flights are cancelled after tickets are issued, change fees or airline penalties will be applicable.
* Airline Seating: Tour members are requested to contact the Airline(s) for seating assignments 30 days prior to departure. Seating is solely under control of the Airline. Flight delays are the sole responsibility of the Airline.
* Airlines & Airfares: No refund will be made for cancelled air tickets on air inclusive bookings until tickets are returned to Insight. Refunds for tour portion will only be processed after return of documents to Insight. Please ensure that returned tour documents which contain airline tickets are sent by certified or registered mail. Lost ticket replacement can take up to 1 year and processing fees can be assessed.
* Air Availability: If Insight is unable to confirm your air reservation in its scheduled class of service, Insight may offer an alternative of either connecting flights, substitute gateways or a more expensive booking category. Any air surcharges will be at the passengers’ expense. You will be advised of these conditions at the time of booking.
* Airline & Airport Taxes and Charges: Any domestic and international departure or arrival taxes, security charges, and other types of taxes or charges imposed by Airlines, Airports, Governments, etc. are not included in the Tour Price. The amount of these charges will be passed on to each passenger at the time of booking.

Note: If a promotional airfare is broken or extended for any reason an additional cost may be incurred. Airfares are subject to change at any time. Changes to flight itineraries and name changes may result in penalties charged by the Airline concerned and passed on to the passenger.

* Prices do not include taxes and fees, may not include airfare and are based on double occupancy. Tour information including pricing may not be up to date.

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