Summer is just around the corner and national parks provide the perfect backdrop for a scenic escape with some of the most stunning and geologically unique places in the U.S. Unique tour experiences allow travelers to see some of the most spectacular national parks in America from the granite gorges of the Grand Canyon to California’s towering Redwood trees. Grab your camera and get ready to discover America’s most beautiful scenery!
The Grand Canyon
As one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World, the Grand Canyon is one of the country’s most popular and well-known national parks. Luckily, the Grand Canyon has multiple access points and plenty of opportunities for you to discover while bypassing potentially busy areas during peak season. Enjoy an overnight stay by the rim of the Grand Canyon on an exciting tour such as Cosmos’ National Parks and Canyon Country. Aside from having an expert guide available for a personal and enriching journey, you’ll be able to spend free time exploring the Grand Canyon at your own pace, from rafting trips along the Colorado River to winding down the amazing canyon walls on the back of a mule. Many Grand Canyon escorted tours offer stops at other nearby prominent national parks such as Monument Valley and Bryce National Park so you can get a taste of multiple U.S. treasures on one vacation!
Redwood National Park
Embark on a tour of the picturesque West Coast where you’ll have the chance to stand among the world’s tallest trees! The Redwood National Park was officially established in 1968, but these towering trees have awed and inspired for far longer. The park began as a series of state parks established in the early 20’s by the Save-the-Redwoods League, and today efforts by the national and state park services work to preserve and stabilize the forests of Northern California. Walk among these beautiful colossal trees on escorted tours such as Trafalgar's Adventures in the Wild Northwest, where you can keep an eye out for a variety of endangered species these trees protect such as the Northern Spotted Owl. In addition to visiting such a magnificent state park, select West Coast tours will take you along the coast from Seattle to San Francisco – allowing you to see more iconic natural landmarks such as Mount St. Helens and the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area!
Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National park encompasses the majestic Teton mountain range and the famous valley of Jackson Hole. The highest mountain, the peak of Grand Teton, reaches an elevation of 13,776 feet! On Collette Tours’ Northern National Parks Tour, you’ll be amazed at just how beautiful the landscape is. Take a hike through the breathtaking backcountry of Grand Teton National Park, where you’ll find mountains, valleys, lakes, rivers, and tons of wildlife! In Jackson Hole, test your cowboy skills on a western ranch, cheer on the local rodeo, learn how to fly fish, or take a walk through the fields of wildflowers. Or, simply sit back and take in a mountain sunset! Experiencing the views of Grand Teton is a once in a lifetime experience that should definitely be on your must-travel list.
All of these parks offer some of the most beautiful scenery in the United States, if not the world! A trip to any of these incredible U.S. national parks will be full of adventure, breathtaking sights, and memories you won't soon forget. If you've been thinking about a summer vacation, now is the time to book!
