National Parks of America (2024)

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  Eileen and our driver, Nathan, continually exceeded my expectations!Eileen kept us all on schedule and updated us every evening on the next day's travel and excursions. She is excellent! (I can't imagine what she goes through herding all us cats! LOL)Nathan's driving skills are tremendous and are only exceeded by his personal skills. He too took great pains to make sure that the folks on the tour were comfortable and well hydrated.

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  The tour was something I had never experienced before. everything was well planned out. Our tour manager was very knowledgeable of the area and made the tour more enjoyable.

  Carolyn Gallagher

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  Good itinerary, good guide.

  William Lively

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  Well planned and coordinated travel. Saw and learned many things I would have missed if traveling on my own.

  Gary Thrasher

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  The itinerary was excellent as was our tour guide Todd and driver Anson.Hotel accommodations met my expectations with the exception of a stay at Best Western

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  Excellent tour!! Sometimes a little long but overall a very informative and pleasurable experience.

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  We saw so much and enjoyed everything

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  Sites visited, Tour Guide, and actualization of all plans were exceptional.

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  I was able to witness these national treasures in a very efficient manner through the Collette experience!

  Lawrence Adams

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  Went to every place we wanted and saw some fabulous sights. Great people, planning was impressive and everything was taken care of.

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  excellent trip, wonderful guide and magnificent views!!

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  everything was well planned out. good accomadations and food. we were well taken care off

  Joan O Malley

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  a lot was included on a tours. we saw lots of places, it was very interesting. good guide and driver. well planned

  Gerard O Malley

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  While we really enjoyed the tour and it was an experience of a lifetime, it was a little to fast paced. I think it would work better as a full two weeks. I know that would add to the cost, but l think the extra would be worth it.

  Emile Proulx

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  White water rafting and the scenery

  Martin Bishop

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  Excellent tour with great people.

  Susan Gage

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  Both the Tour Director and the Bus Driver were very professional, helpful, kind, informative and friendly! All accommodations, excursions, rest stops and scheduled meals were all organized and went like clock work.I would highly recommend Collette and LeBus bus drivers!

  Francis Zahorchak

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  I loved seeing all the magnificent parks. Our tour manager and bus driver were excellent! The food was mediocre and the accommodations were ok. Not great!

  Lynn Davis

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  Tour guide & bus driver were excellent. The sites were amazing!

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  I enjoyed the overall tour, but found some of the food was subpar. The lack of vegetable choices and healthy food options was sometimes disappointing.

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  just great tour experience

  Winston Stewart

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  To many people 44 and must not have read the requirements for being able to walk a couple miles a day

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  It was a balanced trip (rest stops, breaks, travel time) that had us seeing some of our country's most spectacular natural wonders almost daily. During the long drives, the tour manager kept us busy with interesting facts, games, advice, and videos. I can say that our friends and family were not bored with the usual vacation photos, but they readily agree we had a dream trip. Have gotten lots of compliments and inquires as to how they could look into this tour for their future dream vacation. By the way, this is our second Collette trip, and they did not disappoint us with either trip to the USA National Parks and Iceland.

  Kathy Poe

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  Every thing ran beautifully from start to finish. Both my sister Kathy totally embraced it. We plan on doing another trip in the future.

  Allison Coullietteburk

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  My wife and I had a great overall experience. The tour manager was terrific. He was knowledgeable of everything we saw, he provided great background to all we saw at our destinations and along the way. He provided supplemental videos to improve our knowledge of our destinations. The bus driver was also outstanding. He was also very knowledgeable of the route and destinations. He was safe and courteous. The accommodations were nearly all outstanding as well. The ones that were lacking were probably because they were close to our destinations. I think the tour could benefit by eliminating Denver as a destination and finding another location close to the Rocky Mountains.

  Louis Manz

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  There were a few places that I felt could have been eliminated and we felt that there could have been a bit more independent time

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  Professional tour guide. Magnificent sceneries

  Francis Keller

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  Fantastic trip! Well planned, great guide!

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  We’ll planned, beautiful, happy I didn’t drive!

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  Very well organized Walking the trail in ZION canyon.

  Daniel Marsh

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  I enjoyed our tour very much. A couple of very small glitches but you will get that with any trip/ tour.

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  A once in a lifetime memory.

  Frank Scutella

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  Our tour guide Ann Boulais gave an excellent educational overview of each park we visited. The 12 days were packed with so much to see from Sedona Arizona to Mount Rushmore in South Dakota. Touring the 5 National Parks should be on everyone’s bucket list. Awesome scenery, comfortable motor coach, engaging conversations, and learning about our National treasures. Some of the highlights were the Grand Canyon, Old Faithful, Zion, Bryce Canyon, Buffalo Bill Cody Museum, Crazy Horse Monument, and Mount Rushmore.

  Donna Humphrey

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  food poor quality with few exceptions

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  Small details kept me from making this a 5 star. The tour itself was most memorable. Some of the ancillary services were not quite as superior. Driving times were reasonable and given the locations, within reasonable expectations. Local meals and hotels could improve in some areas.

  Sherry Coyle

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  Experience even better than expected.... a WOW around every corner! I felt that the driver and tour manager always put our safety, comfort, and experience first.

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  This tour was filled up with great sights and a wealth of information. Would have been impossible to plan this on our own.

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  The entire trip was memorable!! What really made the trip was our tour manager, Bryan Mulvaney. Knowledgeable, organized, concern for everyone, Interesting, and on and on! Our drivers were also excellent.

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  The tour director Ann was fantastic

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  Great scenery...Mother Nature at her best....fast paced trip with an excellent tour manager.

  Kevin Greeley

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  It ws well done, guide excellent

  Wilda Green

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  Well planned and executed by an able knowledgeable leader in Barbara.

  Marva

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  Bus toilet did not flushFood mediocre at bestTour guide not responding to phone calls

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  We saw so much in such a short amount of time. Well organized, knowledgeable tour guide, awesome bus driver. All we had to do was sit back and relax. Awesome trip1

  Jan Harris

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  I did not care for Salt Lake City

  Randell Mark

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  Saw many great locations. Tour bus driver was great.

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  We caught COVID 19 in Phoenix. Dumped when we. Reached the Grand Canyon. Left behind in a filthy hotel with no doctor, nurse, or medical services.

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  Good locations. Well planned.

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  ORGANIZED WELL, GREAT TOUR DIRECTOR

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  Professional, Organized, Fun

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  Loved the places we went to

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  Our Manager was very thorough with explanations and easy to understand. No problem with hearing her. Our coach driver gave us a very comfortable ride.

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  Covered a lot of ground and got to see so much. Manager was excellent and very knowledgeable

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  Bryce Canyon Ntl Park, unique rock formations not seen before

  DEBRA CHAUVIN

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  Great tour guide and great driver; both very considerate and professional; excellent route and tours

  Lewis Shackleford

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  Ecellent tour, Parks were beautiful. Wish could stay at some locations longer to explore. Manager and bus driver were excellent.

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  I loved all the parks we got to experience, but my favorite was at the Grand Canyon. After dinner several of us went and sat outside facing the canyon where there was no lights. For the first time, I got to see the Milky Way in all it’s fullness. We sat and just took in the night sky.

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  There were problems with limited room in the tour bus sitting area, there were times was one time a meal took place in a grocery store, and a few tour stops only had drop style toilets, but overall the experience was good. Beautiful scenery.

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  We enjoyed the trip very much, our tour guide was very knowledgeable and informative though out the trip. The accommodation were great . The food was cold at a few of the places we dined, I realize it ‘s difficult to serve a large group all at once but I was disappointed with the cold meals.

  Mary Mackfee

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  The sights were beautiful, but my favorite sight, Bryce Canyon, we were only given about 30 minutes to view this magnificent canyon. This was very disappointing. The balance of timing per event needs to be recalibrated.The seating in the bus was uncomfortable. My husband and I are not big people and we both felt crowded (no knee room and narrow seats). These are the main reasons I gave it a four.

  DEBRA TOTINA

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  Tour was well-planned and enjoyable. Many people got sick with air born illnesses including COVID and colds breathing the bus air. repeatedly.

  Robert Fall

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  Yes several people catching covid the last few days of the trip due to bus poor circulation not wearing masks demographics of group. It really ended a wonderful tour with a sour note

  Myra Fall

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  I understand locations have some limited options. However, there were a few where I believe we could have done better. In addition, for the most part the breakfast was cold even when you were the first to arrive.

  Charles Peiffer

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  James Carter was an excellent tour guide with an immense amount of knowledge about all of the National Parks

  Linda & Gerald Geisler

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  Large number of national parks to visit. Interesting info. Nice accommodations, good food provided. Wonderful bus driver and tour manager. Expected such high quality from Collette.

  Vickie MoonMerchant

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  The trip was organized. Each day was memorable .Grand Canyon was awe moment then we saw Zion.if I had to pick one experience it was Mt. Rushmore.

  Donna Hazel

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  Fantastic tour of our beautiful parksWe had a great group

  Roswitha Calhan

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  Excellent itinerary and excellent tour guide (Ann Boulaise)

  Susan Terry

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  I loved it. The bus was smooth and the driver, warm and friendly. Handled the bus amazingly. The places we visited were awesome and interesting. Learned a lot of history and saw beautiul America. Accomodations varied but understandably. Good job.

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  The tour was excellent. The tour guide was phenomenal. I loved Zion the best and of course Yellowstone. I would recommend this tour to anyone.

  Charleen Madsen

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  Zion National Park Old Faithful

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  buffalo walking down the road in front of cars and bus

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  Touring sites, accommodations & meals very good. Loved extra activities like boat brunch, River float & Chuck Wagon dinner very fun!

  Marilyn Wickert

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  I think some of the accommodations needed some improvements. Other than that the trip was good. Knowledgeable tour manager and super bus driver.

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  Wonderful trip that was well planned so we were able to see many of our beautiful parks at a reasonable price. Seeing the Grand Canyon is so inspiring

  Debra Schneider

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  Great sites, excellent hotels,. Wonderful fun tour guide.

  Shirley Harper

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  I personally think the trip should be broken up into two smaller events there was not enough time to spend in some of the parks

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  Overall itinerary very good with a few exceptions. Travel arrangements- flight times, trip home, we’re poor.

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  Excellent in all regards!

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  The parks were all spectacular Kevin our guide was great as was our bus driver Jade. They both did extras for us when they could. Both. Dry well prepared

  Barbara Sejda

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  Highly organized; professional staff; hotels were comfortable; frequent rest stopsThere was nothing like seeing the grandeur of the Grand Canyon! Adequate time was given to view both sides of the canyon

  Patricia Clark

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  We covered a lot and one canyon was more magnificent than the other one. The lodging was better than I expected.

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  Everything was good except the food at the places where we stayed

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  Poor choices at Mexican restaurant. Didn't enjoy stagecoach dinner and shoe, showers had no bars for safety, need better alternatives for free time. Add on to Colorado not worth it, one whole day of nothing but riding on bus.

  Richard Wesner

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  Didn't like some activities. e.g. stagecoach dinner, Mexican dinner, free time in Denver, long bus ride all day to Colorado, thought wasted add on.

  Bonnie Allen

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  Great people on the trip, fabulous sights, but food was always mediocre and lukewarm :( BTW, our driver, Richard, was the very best!

  Douglas Shine

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  Some of the accommodations were subpar along with a couple of dinners.

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  Float trip on snake river.Jenny lake

  Judith Dellorco

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  The tour needed a more structured rotation for getting on and off the bus, which became very difficult for people in the back of the bus. Improvements in the bus like cup holders and tray tables plus more legroom in some of the seats were needed for such a long tour. Written slips with the AM timing and destination for the next day should have been used. Bus driver was excellent!

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  Six of us got covid. This could have been avoided if everyone wore masks but out of 55 people, only four wore masks. Also, it would be great if the water bottles were recycled. If that can't happen, then we do not need water bottles. Everyone was told to bring their own reusable one anyway. Please inforce your own suggestions. Thank you!!

  Janice Cohen

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  The tour covered a lot of ground- it should have included more time at the Grand Canyon-accommodations and food were mediocre in general

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  Kim took care of any problems we had.I enjoyed the whole trip!

  Nancy Crowley

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  It was a wonderful trip. Covered a large area in such a small amount of time.

  Jacqueline Carter

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  Everything fromThe time we arrived at the Phoenix airport was well planned and the tour manager and bus driver were well prepared, courteous and excellent at their jobs.

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  Merrin was a great tour director and we saw just unbelievable sites. It was so educational and we learned so much about the native americans. Our favorite National Park was Zion and we were pleased we were there for two nights. The buffalo in Yellowstone came right up to our hotel window! Beautiful waterfall in Yellowstone along with Old Faithful! Nice people on the tour as well.

  Joan Owen

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  Everything was great. Jade (bus driver) was excellent

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  Kim Moriarity was a most pleasant and helpful tour manager. Russ was a terrific driver and we felt very safe driving through mountains and long days of travel. Zion National Park and the two nights at the Springdale Zion Park Inn were the delightful. Seeing and hearing the Mormon Temple Choir rehearse was a treat.

  Louise Zink

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  The sights we saw were spectacular. Our tour guide was fantastic.

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  everything was top notch.

  Geraldine Dumas Ganey

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  our Excellent tour guide made our trip The Best. Merrin Chivers.great scenic tour. No bad viewpoints. Gorgeous.hotels were good to very good. Stops were planned well as to length & amenities. Excellent info from Merrin on what we were about to see.I feel like Collette gave good value for our $$. Great tour.

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  Our tour guide was excellent! Her passion shows! I learned so much!

  Donna Lebda

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  Excellent research and presentation

  Mr. Wayne W. Lindeman

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  I have already filled this out! My wife and I have a great tripThe tour operator and drive were fantastic, very professional. Your company is really lucky to have them!

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  First half of trip was outstanding..

  Timothy Atwood

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  Tour guide Todd Asperger and all the new friends we met.Bryce canyon was exceptional and Zion was beautiful.

  Charles Altwies

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  Outstanding customer service from start to finish. Everything went perfectly well. No issues encouraged throughout the tour. Wonderful bus drive and tour manager. They were a real team and had never met until the tour began. We truly love it.

  Roger Sanford

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  The Scenic River Float in Jackson Hole Wyoming was wonderful. Bryce Canyon was amazing.

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  Not going to Yellowstone but the day the manager did plan

  David Larsen

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  Outstanding site selection, our first view of the grand canyon made the trip. The Chuck wagon dinner was great.

  Norman Bullard

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  The Chuckwagon night and the perfect weather we experienced

  Sandra Bailey

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  I enjoyed all the parks but especially like the Hoodoos. They were so impressive and almost out of this world-looking.

  Spencer Daly

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  We enjoyed all the parks, my favorite part was the scenic route down the snake River on the raft. Our little guard was very informative and a delight as he gave us the details.It was a great disappointment that we did not get to go to Yellowstone park, but we know that could not be helped. We do appreciate the fact that Ann our guide was able to find us alternative parts to go to.

  Mary Davis

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  I enjoyed the time we spent in the parks.

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  great sites and tour manager

  Robert Sturdy

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  No Yellowstone and no incentive because we missed it.

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  Way too much time in gift shops!Way too little time in Bryce canyon. 35 minutes which include getting to rest rooms.

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  Way too much time in gift shops!Way too little time in Bryce canyon. 35 minutes which include getting to rest rooms.

  Jane Pennabecker

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  lot of traveling--but to see all was worth the travel

  Robert White

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  We had a great time making new friends and seeing the natural beauty of America's National parks. White water rafting was an exciting option and made our trip memorable.

  Melanie Norman

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  Incredible sights, fun group but food and lodging were questionable.

  Karen Marlib

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  Seeing the National parks and all the unique venues we visited with our tour manager

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  Loved the breakfast cruise on Lake Powell. The covered wagon trip to our dinner and entertainment

  Glenda Thomas

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  Some accommodations were not good and the same breakfast for 9 days in a role… too much scrambled eggs and bacon.

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  All parks visited were memorable experiences. Tne natural beauty of our parks were more spectacular than any pictures seen. Each park and monument had its own spectacular sites(ie. grand canyon, Zion, Crazy Horse, Mt Rushmore) It was a great way to see the many beautiful wonders here in the USA.

  Rosalie Genereux

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  Zion Park for its accessibility, beauty and walking/hiking trails

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  It was amazing and would highly recommend them again

  Donna Zenker

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  We saw a lot of country and our stops were at the best places to see each area

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  Yellowstone National Park. Geyser_.. geyser and more. Bison..bison and more.. Jackson hole, Crazy Horse and Mounth Rushmore

  Antonio Ibarra

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  Loved it I will teel everyone I know how great the tour was.

  Leon Gullo

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  i did earlier.. the bus broke down and we got aa terrible bus for one day

  Michael Kaufman

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  Yellowstone National Parks. All National Parks we visited are all exciting. Highly recommended.

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  The whole tripwas memorable and amazing

  Cheryl Ann Strada

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  Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon

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  Bryce Canyon, wish they would include Devil’s Tower on the way to Rapid City.Liz our tour guide was FANTASTIC!!

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  It was difficult staying in so many different hotels. Most of the food was great like the first night in Scottsdale but some was just edible. Best experience of all was seeing the Crazy Horse Memorial.

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  Very professional and knowledgeable but also friendly and congenial

  Lauren Gambale

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  the tour was what I wanted but how the group had fun together made even greater!

  Harold Kaufman

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  This tour covers a lot of ground 2081 miles to be exact! when you hear 5 national parks in 12 days - Grand Canyon, Yellowstone, 5 states, how could you pick out a favorite? We had not been to this part of our beautiful county and at every turn, each day we thought how could this get ant better - but it did. Going in October was a risk (Yellowstone was closed couple of days before we got there because of snow) but this time of year was beautiful, Arizona a beautiful 80 degrees, golden Aspens, snow on the mountains, snap in the air with blue skies, magnificent sun sets (Grand Canon North Rim) and the stars in the evenings. We saw so much wild life, seemed every morning we started off seeing something unusual, Condors, eagle, bison, elk, moose just to name a couple.

  Beverly

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  We saw highlights of the National Parks and Monuments that were listed and the natural beauty of the west. The scenic overlook of Artist Point was my favorite and the Grand Canyon was breathtaking.

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  The cabin at Grand Canyon!

  Elizabeth Platt

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  Artist Point at Yellowstone was spectacular. However, as with most guided tours, you only had a limited amount of time at each stop.

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  Everything was what we expected. It was a great way to see many of the national parks and other places in between.

  Coleen Martin

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  Earl Dickinson

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  Great Tour With so much to see and do. I would have liked to continue another week or more

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  We loved Zion canyon wish we could spend more time there

  Crystal Lasky

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  Only 4 stars because we got snowed out of Yellowstone

  Ralph Lasky

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  Accommodations, meals, inclusions (e.g,, tours and interesting stops) were all excellent. Tour Manager and Bus Driver were professional, knowledgeable, and personable. Made extra efforts to insure that travelers had a top-notch experience.

  Kathryn Mims

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  Great trip! Well paced, great tour manager, very congenial group of travelers, interesting stops. Grand Tetons chapel memorable.

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  The canton parks, the river float on the Snake River.

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  I cannot chose a favorite. The Grand Canyon was beautiful and I thought would be the highlight of the tour but Bryce and Zion were amazing and the we visited Yellowstone and saw the Grand Tetons! Each part of the tour was spectacular in its own way. Walk on guides and Lakota family added to the experience.

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  not driving, just enjoying

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  Everything worked well. Help was available for all.

  Joginder Singh

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  National Parks tour was absolutely breathtaking. Every turn was another amazing view. Hard to pick a favorite, but Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park at top of list.

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  Travelling to Bryce Canyon and seeing the hoodoos was something I never thought I would see.

  Lucille Webb

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  The best part of the tour was our tour manager, she was both funny and informative and most willing to give and take comments form all of us on the tour

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  Wonderful views with lots of history. Two best stops were Zion and Mount Rushmore.

  Cynthia Saliba

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  Loved Zion Nat'l Park, Bryce and Yellowstone.. Thrilled to see Crazy Horse and Mount Rushmore.The cowboy chuck wagon dinner was fun.

  Kathy Elliot

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  Grand Canyon lodging and food plus the scenery was outstanding

  Ronald smith

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  Meeting so many nice people. Seeing some beautiful sites. One day at Salt Lake would have been enough.

  Martha Smith

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  Seeing Zion and Bryce Canyon. Salt Lake City as extremely interesting. Crazy horse was a real pleasant surprise.

  Mary Smith

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  The views of Zion and Bryce.

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  The National Parks were very inspiring. Some of it was breathtaking!

  Leonard Anthony

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  Each destination was unique and fascinating.

  Thomas Weber

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  I can't think of a way that a person could accomplish more in 12 days; every moment was filled with memorable experiences. My favorite was the 13 mile float raft on the Snake River.

  Susan Rodgers

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  Professional and organized.

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  Worthy of 4 Stars, a most enjoyable tour, well organised

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  Difficult to pick a favorite...all were great. Most memorable..Seating at performance of Mormsn Tabernacle Choir. Loved Zion.

  Charles Amendola

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  Satisfied completely! Would travel with Collette again!

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  Planning and mostly the tour manager.

  Robert Nason

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  Unfavorite getting dunked in the Snake River on the Big Kahuna white water. Favorite: the magnificent rock formations of Zion entering from the East gate.

  Carole Stanfield

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  My favorite memorable experience was the wagon ride and chuck wagon dinner and entertainment.

  Michael Nardella

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  I have always dreamed of visiting Mt Rushmore. We were driving down the highway and suddenly there it was. Our Presidents standing so majestic, it brought tears to my eyes.

  Maxie Sexton

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  Yellowstone and Zion were just great.

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  National Parks . . . the best and easiest way to see so many parks.

  Wayne Stanton

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  I really don’t have a favorite. Each place was awe inspiring and something that everyone should see.

  Mary Erramouspe

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  For this particular trip, there was a lot of bus time. The food could have been much better.

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  More time in National Parks better food. Breakfast hotels were just average.

  Robert Antonelli

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  The tour of Bryce Canyon and the explanations of the history of the area. Also, Chief White Horse monument.

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  We had ample time at each site visited, never seemed rushed. The folks on the bus were all amicable and everyone got along fine. My favorite experience was seeing my husband being moved emotionally at his first view of the Grand Canyon.

  Helene Nawrocki

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  Our tour guide, Phyl, was very knowledgeable about the area we were visiting, and she kept us informed/entertained by giving us facts about the areas we were in. She hiked with us, which we appreciated. Hard to narrow down my favorite memorable experience, but I really loved being at the Grand Canyon and staying in the cabins. Yellowstone was awesome, and we enjoyed staying in their beautiful lodge.

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  good assortment of sites.Good rest stop managment

  Michael Stridde

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  The tour was great the tour guide made it a great trip am going down the Yellowstone was just a thrill of a lifetime

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  The tour covered a lot and was very well planned. The Grand Canyon and Bryce National Park were two of our favorites

  Charles Mcguire

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  Everything ran smoothly. Accommodations excellent, food was very good. Bryce Canyon was my favorite. The formations and colors were breath taking.

  Denise Bernard

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  Very helpful , many good tips.

  Sharon Barned

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  I have no complaints All the parks were great

  Michael Patti

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  Well organised and excellent tour manager.

  Gulshan Minocha

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  Crazy Horse. Grand Canyon of Yellowstone.

  Mary Ann Mcpheron

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  the only hotel we had a problem with was in Sheridan. Our room happened to have a leaky shower and possible mold. (There was a panel in the wall that fell and revealed the shower pipes leaking. the area was discolored and was possibly mold.)

  Dale Smith

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  Number of parks on itinerary was great

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  Excellent tour of some of the National Parks. Would definitely recommend this to others.

  John Inman

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  Well planned with so many awesome experiences. We especially enjoyed Zion, the float in the Tetons and the Tabernacle Choir in Salt Lake City.

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  great trip from start to finish

  Kelvin Salkeld

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  Great Service. Great Accommodations. Local Guides excellent.Tour Manager, Marrin Chivers, was very knowledgeable. She had allthe arrangements down to a science. She pointed out all the wildlifewhile we were riding in the bus. She did a great job.

  Linda Mezzacapo

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  Zion was absolutely incredible and breathtaking. Bryce also was memorable; I loved seeing the bison in Yellowstone.

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  Too many memorable experiences to just pick one!

  Barbara Meyer

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  It was an excellent tour, enjoyed every day of the tour.

  Monica Larsen

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  Everything was saw on this tour was great and I never heard complaints from any members of the group. As one member told me, "the trip was worth every penny".

  George Price

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  Every turn of the road had secrets and out tour knew them and pointed them out to us.

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  It was a trip of a lifetime. Haydee, our tour manager, and Jon, our bus drive kept us safe and well informed. Haydee had high energy and was a wealth of knowledge. The trip was truly exceptional.

  Linda Nozeika

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  I felt the entire tour was memorable Crazy Horse, Mt. Rushmore and Old Faithful were on top of my list but the entire tour was Outstanding and our tour guide Brian with his knowledge and personality made it Happen

  Thomas Haslam

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  Lake Powell, Mt. Rushmore Crazy Horse Monument and all the scenic mountains and the wild life of Yellowstone All in All the entire trip was very memorable

  Suzanne Haslam

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  Beauty of the parks . Enjoyable trip.

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  Saw many beautiful Areas. Loved our Snake River float and each park was unique, but loved Zion.

  Craig

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  Merrin was the best tour guide we could have asked for.

  Richard Stern

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  Organized tour of very scenic locations. No travel problems at all.

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  Everything was well planned from tour activities to lodging to dining. Our tour guide Molly was delightful and our driver Samuel was very safe!

  Barbara Kimicata

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  Just seeing all the great sights.

  James Staeck

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  Bryce Canyon, amazing! Fantastic tour.

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  Great trip. Tour director and bus driver were the best. We loved Zion and Lake Powell. Our weather wasn’t always the best but we had a great time with our fellow passengers.

  Marilyn Milano

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  Well organized. Very entertaining and informative!

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  It was a fun trip. We really enjoyed the various National Parks especially Bryce Canyon and Yellowstone.

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  My favorites were Bryce and Salt Lake City.

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  They went out of their way to make our trip a success.

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  So awesome. Had bad weather but still had a great time

  Doris Mcgrew

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  Whole experience was awesome

  Donald Mcgrew

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  It is hard to have a favorite when everything was great.

  James (Jim) Robinson

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  each park has their own beauty.

  Michael Panico

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  Every one great. Trip was wonderful

  Edwin Brown

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  Great driver, coach and stops. Yellowstone was our favourite.

  Lynn Martyn

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  We enjoyed Salt Lake City the best. The dinner show at Jackson Hole was also one of our favorites. Loved seeing the animals in the parks. Scenery was breathtaking.

  Patricia Morlock

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  chuck wagon ride and barbucue

  James Stahlman

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  Tour guide and bus driver. Being born and raised in Florida. SNOW!!

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  All of the trips into Zion, Bryce Canyon, Yellowstone, Grand Canyon, Sedona, Little Big Horn Monument, Mt. Rushmore, and Crazy Horse were exactly what we wanted.

  Edward Johnson

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  One of the highlights (in addition to all the beautiful mountains and all the other wonderful scenery) was Sault Lake City where we ate in a wonderful building, AND an unexpected highlight was getting to see/hear the Mormon Choir practice in the evening, and the organ recital/practice the next day.

  Judith Courtright

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  I loved it all Yellowstone is my favorite

  Linda Tenney

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  Seeing the sun rises at the Grand Canyon.

  Jean Volos

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  The Grand Canyon and Zion National Parks were awesome. I came on this tour to see the national parks because Donald Trump has threatened to sell them.

  John Baublit

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  When friends and family ask me how the trip was, I said a "fifteen". Overall, the bus driver was outstanding and the occasional tour person who told us about specific sites, such as "Crazy Horse" was terrific. I didn't like the fact that they passed a hat around the bus to tip the person. It should have been included with the price we paid for the tour.

  Francesca Frascella

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  My most favorite plafe was Yellowstone, followed by Bryce

  Patricia Data

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  Pretty much happy with everything except could have done without the Salt Lake City portion. Would rather have gone to another park instead.

  Robert Coryell

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  Fantastic views and very nice accommodations with a great tour director. Our weather was also great with blue skies and cool temperatures.

  Alfred Moore

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  Exactly the kind of trip we expected from the description.

  Kathyanne Dobda

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  We had a great time. The tour manager, local guides, and drivers we had were excellent. Most memorable for us was the Little Grand Canyon in Yellowstone. The local guide told us to not take a peek at it until we were at the top platform. It was great advice and we loved the view seeing it all at once.

  Troy Stiffler

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  The Roof Restaurant in Salt Lake City.

  Linda Mellon

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  I loved seeing Bryce & Zion National Parks.

  Linda Rier

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  We enjoyed seeing the wildlife in Yellowstone.

  James Rier

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  Grand canyon was awesome! We loved the cabins we stayed in and would suggest an extra day there if at all possible.

  Anthony Calabro

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  A very good tour but inevitably there were some very long coach trips. Bryce Canyon was probably our favourite visit.

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  Salt Lake City Family History.

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  We hit all the important areas on this trip that first timers to this part of the US wanted to see.

  Mary Ellen Johnson Wood

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  my favorite site was bryce canyon

  Madoka Walberg

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  I loved them all but Bryce Canyon was my favorite.

  Sharon Phillips

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  We had excellent accommodations, mostly good food, knowledgeable tour guide. We were well cared for. One of my favorite trips.

  Judy Knoblock

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  Tour guide Molly provided interesting details for each stop we made!!!

  Lani Allton

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  The Grand Canyon sunrise and sunset experience was the best! However I learned of many unknown gems on the trip. Meeting new friends was also great.

  Leah R.

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  Bryce Canyon was quite the surprise. Loved all the national parks.Hotels were very good as was the food.

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  Molly was a great tour guide. She was helpful and planned special activities for the bus ride that kept it interesting. She always was happy to meet our special needs.

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  The overall tour was great!

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  The overall trip was amazing. Just breathtaking scenery.

  Rosanna Crabtree

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  Bryce Canyon and Yellowstone Park were beautiful surprises.

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  I loved being at Yellowstone and seeing "old Faithful" erupt three times. Bryce Canyon was a favorite experience.

  Linda Combs

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  The parks were remarkable. Our most memorable experience was touring Zion.

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  Most memorable experience was our float down the Snake River

  Diane Bonin

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  Hit everything on my bucket list

  Gail Fox Seaman

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  Float trip on the snake river

  Gary Bonin

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  I loved this tour. The stops at the National Parks was outstanding but each stop gave me an appreciation and understanding of areas I was not familiar.

  Cathy Turner

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  Could have spent more time at Grand Canyon and bipassed Salt Lake City.

  Gerald Fortier

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  Grand Canyon in the early morning hours watching the sunrise over the canyon was spectacular! Wouldn't have been possible had we not stayed in the rustic log cabins. Would have preferred an additional day at the Grand Cayons to perhaps take an optional mule ride or just sit and stare out into it's beauty and one day less in Salt Lake City.

  Paulette Godin

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  I loved the spectacular scenery we had for two weeks. The Chuck Wagon dinner was awesome and I thoroughly enjoyed our raft flloat down the Snake River. I could go on and on because there was nothing I didn’t enjoy About this trip.

  Susan Smith

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  Great driver and tour guide... great tour... Loved Zion and Bryce

  Marilyn Foley

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  Loved the national parks, accommodations, food places

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  Allowed us to relax and enjoy the sights, everything was handled for us, reservations, entrance fees, driving, local guides. Well done.

  Robert Prestridge

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  Each park was more spectacular than the last! Enjoyed seeing all the wild life.

  Bonnie Prestridge

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  My favorite experience was a tour of the Cathedral of the Madeleine in Salt Lake City, that I did on my own. It was gorgeous. About half of the us from our Colette group ended up there on Saturday evening.

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  It a trip of one WOW after another

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  Door to door taxi service excellent. Length and pace of tour excellent. Coach very comfortable. Local guides very knowledgeable.Meals excellent. Tour Manager and Driver excellent.

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  Please refer to previous comments. Snow King in Jackson Hole was not a place to keep on this trip.

  Donna Harder

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  Delightful splendid awesome we saw all kinds of animals met people from all over the world

  Adelaida Neddermeyer

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  I loved the Grand Canyon and Bryce Canyon. I didn't have enough time at Bryce.20 minutes isn't enough to soak it all in or maybe go on a hike.

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  My reason for 2 stars is one reason only - COST. The cost of the tour was over $7,000. I understand I needed to pay the single fare but $1,500 for that was ridiculous and if I had stayed in a room with someone, that meant the cost would have been over $5,500. That is EXTREME, especially when I just found out about a trip with Trafalgar going to basically the exact same places and the cost for that trip for double occupancy is under $2,800 per person (this trip is being offered in 2019 right through the community travel agent where I live).On a positive note, I LOVED the trip itself. I loved seeing all the National Parks as well as other side trips. It was one of the best trips of my life but I am sure I could have had this same feeling with another tour company at a much lower cost.

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  Favorite experience was Zion as it was one of the few places I hadn't been to. Also the north rim of the Grand Canyon. would suggest less time in Salt Lake City and more time in Yellowstone however

  Joseph Huggins

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  Some of the days of traveling were very long days.

  Debra Ladue

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  We enjoyed everything we did on the tour.

  Kay Nahrgang

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  The tour was exactly what I hoped for and more.

  Barbara Tilden

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  My favorite memory of this trip was the total immersion of the culture and geography of the area throughout the entire journey. The information provided by our tout manager, Lee, was interesting and thought provoking.

  Mary Newpher

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  Crazy Horse memorial carving was a highlight. Zion and Bryce Canyons were amazing.

  Scott Stanaland

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  Spectacular Zion and Bryce Canyons, Grand Canyon, Grand Tetons, Black Hills, vistas as we drove. The 2 canyons, Zion and Bryce were probably the most surprising treat we experienced, though it was extremely hot and dry, those canyons were amazing. The Grand Tetons and also the drive from Cody WY to Rapid City, SD was my 1st time to see that beautiful area.

  Audrey Stanaland

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  The trip was very well-planned and very, very well executed. Collette's access to the parks was exceptionally smooth. The bus travel included well-timed stops about every two hours, which contributed to everyone's comfort. The bus driver was very thoughtful and as well as exceptionally skilled. Hotels were very good. And perhaps the best for last, the trip manager, Haydee Schabelski, was truly exceptional!! Her knowledge of the parks and the terrine was informative and contributed greatly to the total experience. Haydee is an outstanding representative of Collette!!

  Frank Distasio

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  We saw so many parks and entry and viewing was made easy by the organization of the tour.

  Gailmarie Goldrick

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  The scenery thru out the tour was spectacular. Each park was a little different experience, and each one was wonderful. Terrific tour manager, well organized, entertaining and informative. Great group of people on the tour. Could have done Salt Lake City in 1 overnight instead of 2, and stayed in rapid city for a night to tour that area. Great tour!

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  Same reasons as stated above. The most memorable experience was probably the rafting experience on the Snake River in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

  Harry Barksdale

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  The entire trip was an experience of awe and wonder at the beauty and majesty of our National Parks. Zion Canyon was a special surprise since we had not been as aware of its beauty as some of the other locations.

  Gerald Walthall

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  Tour and guide were great except for spending too much time in Salt Lake City. More time in Grand Canyon or Yellowstone.

  Nancy Schlag

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  The most amazing natural views of America - sitting on a deck and watching the sunset in the Grand Canyon, the beauty of Sedona, Bryce, Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, the Grand Tetons. A lot of riding on the bus but it is worth it to see all the beauty there is to see and watching the landscape pass from your seat on the bus. Bison, osprey, elk, mountain goats, eagles, cattle, horses, so much to see. If you are lucky you get Ted as a bus driver, the best, and Nicki was fabulous!

  Lynne Cohen

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  I loved Bryce Canyon. It was beautiful and serene at the same time.

  Shirley Bergman

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  I feel like we saw everything that would have interested us on this tour and no stops that didn't. Which is way we choose Collette. I did feel a few times rush and would have liked just a little more time, especially when we had to fit sightseeing & lunch in our time slot. But I also understand that was the only way to see everything that we covered on this particular tour.

  Karen Kendra

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  It is really hard to pick out any one experience. We went to see national parks, and we certainly did that, starting with the Grand Canyon which I thought would be my favorite. Then we got to each of the others and, of course, I thought they were a favorite. In other words, they were all my favorites, each was so different.But the most amazing part of this trip was the scenery and the other people on this trip. Alice was wonderful in giving out the history of each area. I could go on and on, but this was the most wonderful, fun and memorable experience of a lifetime.

  Patricia Vermette

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  Powell Lake and the Grand Tetons. All in all, the entire trip will never be forgotten. Thank you.

  Michael Kendra

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  The parks.Too bad that's it.

  Patricia Carney

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  Enjoyed Zion & Jackson Hole.

  Richard Pasternak

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  A memorable experience, all great places were included, I wish we had more time (braces).

  Despina Haigler

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  Had always wanted to see these locations.

  Diane Reaves

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  Hotels average,food average,nothing special except for chuck wagon dinner. No.

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  Bryce Canyon and Zion were the highlight for landscape.

  George Tribuna

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  Very many memorable experiences! Each stop we made was amazing!

  Phoebe Mcmanuis

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  Seeing the huge mountains and the different colors. The vast land you can see miles away. The coach driver, ***** *********, was an expert driver, especially in the snow and going up high elevations.

  Loretta White

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  I was impressed by the immense open spaces in our Country - from the plains areas to the majestic mountains of all the Parks. Salt Lake City is beautiful - Jackson Hole Wyoming (with snow!) was fun. Mount Rushmore and the in-process Crazy Horse memorial is amazing. We viewed cowboys herding cattle and enormous buffalo.

  Jane Merritt

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  Educational. Great stop overs and chances for photos.

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  Wonderful tour of the best parks. Only wish we had more time in Bryce and Grand Canyons

  James Baikauskas

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  Too much bus time, things were closed due to time of year and Collette should have known that. Way too much money for what we got.

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  The sites that we saw were spectacular. The organization of the trip, the accommodations, and our tour guide were all top notch.

  Thomas Younkins

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  All stops were outstanding, favorites would include Bryce Canyon, Tetons , and Yellowstone were my favorites!

  Victoria Bryant

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  Yellowstone Nat'l ParkThe various historic hotels - great experience

  Marilyn Houser

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  Grand Canyon was outstanding.

  John Berger

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  Sunrise over the Grand Canyon.

  Lois Butts

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  Price for the trip was too much money for what you get. Had to buy own lunch and dinner on more than occational days.

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  except for our experience at the north rim of the grand canyon, i enjoyed all of the other highlights , especially Bryce canyon and yellowstone park. while many found the pace too quick with too much bus time, i liked the fact that we got to see so much in the short time we had. it wasnt always comfortable but worth it to see so much. however, i may be in the minority

  Vincent Cipolla

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  Scheduling gave us the most time in the hotels (sleeping) or on the bus getting to our next venue.Many of the activities at each park were shut down at this time of year.The most memorable part of the trip was the Crazy Horse Memorial because of the history and dedication of the Korczak family.

  Mary Clark

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  The beauty of it all was breath taking!

  Donald Aiello

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  Yellowstone and Bryce - and everything else too!

  Katherine Wright

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  The price of the trip was reasonable and the itinerary was just what I wanted to experience. Our tour manager, Kim Foy was exceptional! She is professional, friendly, fun, and so competent, keeping us on schedule; she handled a problem at the beginning of the trip with calmness and composure, solving the problem, so we could keep to our itinerary with only a slight delay. Kim is a Jewel!!!

  Mary Whalen

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  BUS DRIVER ISSUES THAT WERE INDEFENSIBLE ON THE PART OF THE BUS COMPANY AND COLLETTE

  Michelle Salogub

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  From Hot and dry to cold and even higher!

  Richard Fry

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  Scenery, scenery, scenery, animals

  Clifford Lewis

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  All gift shops visited had a great selection of jewelry, tee shirts and unusual gifts-something for everyone and they were not overpriced.

  Carol Wilkins

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  I loved the CrAzy Horse memorial and especially Jackson Hole. Wish we could have stYed longer thereEach park had its own personality.

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  Bryce and Zion Parks visits.

  Carol Whitbred

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  The sights at Zion and Bryce National Parks were the most memorable.

  Albert Alex

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  The Native American Indian who shared his family history and embracing his heritage.

  Sharon Yockel

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  It's difficult to narrow down "a" memorable time. If the views were not spectacular the information was. We are so lucky to live in this great land and be free to move about and enjoy it.Maybe interacting with the Asians, who were thrilled to have their pictures taken with Americans; or having a very handsome Frenchman read me an ice cream menu at Mt. Rushmore.

  Janice Colliton

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  Jackson Hole. Chuck Wagon dinner & show!

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  Seeing lake Powell and Bryce .It was all great.the tour guide and coach driver was the best.thanks again

  Robert Halbert

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  Again too much time on the bus. Too many miles not seeing much. Best was all up to Salt Lake

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  Great tour guide. We enjoyed staying at the lodge at the Grand Canyon

  Larry Petty

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  The scenery was breath taking but not enough time in grand canyon or Yellowstone The snake river fgloat was amazing.

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  Tour was fabulous. The parks and the sights we saw were beautiful. I would recommend dropping out Crazy Horse and A shorter stay in Salt Lake City since neither are National Parks. It would have been great to have added Devils Tower and the Badlands since thy were so close.

  Patricia Dolan

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  See above comments.Most memorable was stop at Tetons and Church of the Transfiguration.

  Cynthia Stahlke

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  Bryce Canyon National Park is such a different landscape than the other parks. Our tour manager took us on a walk to see the sunrise in Grand Canyon, which was spectacular, every minute changed the scenery.

  Elaine Lange

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  Each park was different. The sheer vastness of the canyons must be seen in person. Pictures don't do them justice.

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  Great scenery, breathtaking experience.

  Stanley Blondek

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  Geand canyon, bison in Yellowstone

  John Kohut

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  Accommodations at Idaho Falls was unnecessary and we should have stayed closer. Way too long a drive for all of us

  Susan Greenhalgh

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  I loved the north rim of the Grand Canyon experience. The little log cabins were special. I wouldn't want to stay there for 12 days, but that experience enhanced the trip with its rustic appeal and the marauding squirrels that tried to get in. Dining room is wonderful and you can't beat the views.

  Carol Willey

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  The overall tour experience was much better than I had expected. I was wary about sharing a bus for 14 days with 40 other people, but everyone was very friendly and everything was perfectly coordinated. *personal details removed by Feefo* was an excellent tour guide.

  Thomas Wozniak

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  It was a very very fast-paced tour and was handled very professionally. There was such a variety of sites to see & it was handled well. Most memorable was Old Faithful and the amazing geysers to walk around.

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  Float trip and white water rafting tours were both fabulous. I took the float trip and my grandchildren took the white water rafting trip.

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  See my mailed in evaluation. Parks themselves were fine. This is not our first rodeo with bus tours, just the first with Collette.

  Jack Henriquez

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  A great holiday from start to finish

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  Loved the sights, and were happy with 95% of the accommodations. However, the Grand Canyon Lodge accommodations should be eliminated, and replaced with another location.

  Tracy Godin

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  everything I jst wrote super

  Mary Lou Vredenburg

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  Zion Canyon train tour.Wildlife in Yellowstone

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  it was all good seeing the grizzly, moose and bison the canyons great.

  Jennifer Judges

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  We saw what we wonted to see.

  Ronald Blubaugh

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  Enjoyed the beauty of the Canyons.

  Joan Geering

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  WHITE WATER RAFTING WAS THE BEST AND WE ALSO LOVED SALT LAKE CITY FREE TIME.

  Martin Plavin

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  I would have given a better rating if time had been managed more efficiently. There was limited time at Yellowstone but we had 2 days in Salt Lake City.. this was suppose to be a National Parks trip. We barely had our feet on the ground at Yellowstone. Most of the time was touring on the bus- very disappointing. Also, we were given a prolonged lunch stop before Jackson Hole and then got into town to find we had only a short time to look around before we boarded the bus for the ride to the hotel. Why didn't we get to town earlier and reduce the prolonged lunch break?

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  Walking Bright Angel Trail in the Grand Canyon.

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  Trip was very tiring/too much for one vacation

  Bobbie Whittaker

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  Yellowstone was awesome Just driving through it was breathtaking

  Sheila Marchetta

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  The ground transfer from Phoenix airport to the Scottsdale Hotel was not at the airport when we landed. We waited 45 minutes and had to call the help number provided in the travel literature before the driver arrived at the airport .

  Johnny Ayco*ck

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  I was especially looking forward to the raft trip on the Snake River. That experience was everything I was expecting and more!We bought the Rocky Mountain National Park add-on. That portion of the trip turned out to be one of my favorite parts!

  Louise Annette Watters

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  Grand Canyon, Brice and Zion. Each day was my favorite.

  Mary Lyerly

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  A new experience and a new destination every day.

  Madeline Brincka

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  Our Tour Director was wonderful and made this a truly fun and informative trip.

  Susan Peter

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  I can't pick any one experience. It seems like every day there were new and exciting things to see and do.

  Phyllis

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  Our tour guide was awesome! He made sure everyone was comfortable and had great experiences. Our group had kept in touch and hope to book another tour with Detek as our guide!

  Jeanette

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  Loved Bryce Canyon and white water rafting.

  Marsha

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  The scenery was magnificent and the tour was well organized. Everyone on the tour was very compatible and Sam helped make the long bus rides pass more quickly with her stories, games, etc.

  Jayne Ross

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  This tour highlights many beautiful places, but, Zion National Park and Bryce Canyon really stand out.

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  For the most part hotels were great except for the one laid out like a village where u needed a ride for everything and service in restaurant was very poor.

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  As stated above, this trip provided us with sights we had only seen on TV - Bryce Canyon was the best for us. Some moments were even better than postcard views. The narratives by Karen & Roger made it even better-they love their jobs and it shows in the tours and care provided to all of us. BTW: we had a remarkable group on our bus that all got along extremely well. The 1st day of 2 of them being late-marked the trip and DID not occur again as the other guests cheerfully chided them... We were truly blessed with a great group we toured with. Yellowstone was Unbelievable and tour guide that joined us knew HIS STUFF!!! It made the trip even better.

  John

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  The entire trip was above & beyond our expectations. Driving through Yellowstone was remarkable - we had rain, snow and sleet & every time we stopped, we usually had sunshine/overcast - but we were BLESSED with unbelievable weather during this trip - saw it all.

  Debra

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  I loved Brice the most. But all the parks were magnificent The Great Salt Lake was not impressive. I could have missed the rodeo.Our tour manager, Andrew was knowledgeable, efficient and understanding.Our bu driver, was competent, always there to give a helping hand and fun.

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  We saw what we were promised and more. Brice Canyon was by far the most inspiring of all.

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  Our tour had beautiful scenery with a knowledgeable guide. Our trip was priced reasonably for all the wonderful inclusions provided.

  Betty Bak

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  Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, and Yellowstone were all exceptional

  Alan Gardner

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  Great quality, selection, and many, many venues.

  Timothy Mccallum

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  i thought all the parks were great.the breakfast could use more varity

  Frank Montefusco

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  Seeing Zion National Park. The beauty of it is indescribable.

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  I can't pick just one loved Zion Jackson Hole scenic river tour and Yellowstone

  Janis Walker

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  Tour guide was wonderful, very disappointed with the Grand Canyon north rim and accommodation and too much time on the bus and a very rushed tour.

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  Zion National Park, Salt Lake City, and Mount Rushmore.Sadly we never received a copy of the group photo taken.

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  The sights were spectacular, it would be difficult to isolate only one destination, they were all great.

  Susan Parkin-Coates

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  Itinerary was generally good, although we have liked more 2 night stops and better sightseeing at the Grand Canyon. The highlight was Bryce Canyon.

  Geoffrey Rhodes

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  Hiking to Bright Angel Point and finding out height affects me. In spite of this made it out and got to enjoy a very special view. The Grand Canyon was Majestic. Zion and Bruce were just beautiful. We hiked some of Zion as well as Bruce. Bottom line it is difficult to pick one or the other. Then the fun and a good meal on the Cowboy wagon train dinner. Although quite cool the simple food was hot, tasty and plenty. Angel Point was thrilling because of my phobia, but the whole trip was memorable. Fun with all the people, tour manager and bus driver( Orlando)😍

  Frank Howd

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  All the Parks were wonderfull and breath taking

  George Alcorn

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  Seeing Bryce and Zion NP were top on the list of favorite spots, but Glen Canyon and Lake Powell were a plus.

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  SPECTACULAR SCENERY, KNOWLEDGABLE TOUR DIRECTOR WHO CARES ABOUT EACH AND EVERY OF HIS CUSTUMERS.

  Marcel Peloquin

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  Mount Rushmore. Although everything was great.

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  Bryce Canyon was an experience too beautiful for words.

  John

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  The hotel in Salt Lake City gave us a miserable one star hotel experience when we complained the A/C was not working in our room. We went from a plush four star room to one with furniture that had drawers that would not shut, wrinkled, nasty rugs, doors with wood peeling and cracking at the bottom and a "plastic" type sink top. It did have running water and A/C. That's the best I can say about it.Otherwise, accommodations were good, if not downright rustic.

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  The seats on the bus were too small. By the end of the tour everyone was complaining about the cramped space. Had we been aware of the seat room we would not have booked the tour. I do not expect we will do another bus tour.

  David

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  Zion and Bryce Canyons were exceptional, as was the time in Jackson, Snake River float was a lot of fun.

  Bill

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  The reason I put good instead of excellent for motels is due to the fact that we were always overlooking the parking lot. I would have thought we could see more in the parks from our rooms. I was disappointed by that. I also would have liked 1more day in Yellowstone to go up to the north loop. Denise Henley was the best tour guide I have ever had. I would love to know what other tours she would be on.

  Lynn

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  Our experience could not have been better. The entire tour exceeded our expectations.

  Richard

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  It was a good tour and got to see all the parks which were beautiful. Some accommodations were not the best. Would have preferred more meals off a menu then buffets for dinner. Thought Byrce National Park was the best along with Mount Rushmore.

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  as I said above I saw everything I wanted to see. I feel for the amount we paid, all dinners should have been included.

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  Every day was an awesome experience from the Grand Canyon to Zion, to. Bryce, to Yellowstone, Jackson Hole, and Denver. Thank you again Collette, Derek, and Lance. You are a great team.

  Stephanie

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  Our tour leader, Brian, and bus driver, George, were best I've had in taking about a half dozen tours. They were both so knowledgeable, considerate, and helpful. My only recommended change would be to allow for more non-included meals, as many of the restaurants were not particularly appealing in their food offerings.

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  The best way to see the National Parks is a guided tour with Collette. Staying inside the Grand Canyon and Yellowstone Parks, seeing Bryce Canyon and Zion was breath taking. Had a great time at the Bar J Ranch for our chuck wagon cookout and show after we ate dinner. We were able to see the Mormon Tabernacle Choir and Orchestra perform. Also found a great Italian restaurant in Salt Lake City called Valter's Osteria. Pictures alone can't describe the scenery you see along the way, you have to see it for yourself..

  Anthony

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  The sights were incredible. Overall the accommodations were good. I cannot say they were great, except for Yellowstone. The last two need to be changed or updated. They were not of Collette standards.

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  Althou everything we saw and did was awesome, my favorite was "The Grand Canyon" of Yellowstoneand Bryce!

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  Overall the experience is one I wouldn't have wanted to miss. There was one glitch about breakfast at the Grand Canyon, but that was immediately addressed although it has not yet been resolved. We are also hoping a location on Google+ where we can share our pictures can be made available.

  Spike

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  Visiting Bryce Canyon, beautiful. Not enough time to hike to bottom there. Mt. Rushmore was awesome also, need more time there and less at Crazy Horse. I

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  The TM was very good. Just missed some info when sitting in the back of the bus.Most of the accommodations were great. The only exception was because of the special setting.

  Glenda

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  Yellowstone----unbelievable!

  Dennis

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  Old faithful was awesome. Bryce Canyon was beautiful.

  Joseph

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  Every day was an "up" day with exciting things to see and experience. This is a must tour for everyone interested in the fascinating vistas of the US West.

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  The tour was fantastic exceeding all my expectations! The sights included, the people involved, the properties we stayed at and all the many included incidentals made for a very enjoyable experience. Everyone should take this tour!

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  There is no way to choose a 'favorite memorable experience' when you are traveling in our beautiful country. This entire trip and all others we've taken have been memorable - we continue to talk with others about our wonderful times. But below are some of the many good times we had during this particular tour:We participated in the Wildlife Scenic Float and the Salt Lake City Temple Square Tour – both exceptional. We loved the cowboy chuck wagon experience – several of our tour members had starring roles – it was great fun. The step on guides for both Salt Lake City and Yellowstone were fantastic. Old Faithful, Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial – full of informative and colorful displays and inspiration.

  Janet

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  The tour, from airport limousine service to state-of-the-art tour coach transportation, made for a dream vacation. The tour manager was superb. Yes, I mean superb. The coach driver was outstanding in his operation and maintenance of a spotless vehicle. The itinerary was excellent and the tedium of the few long travel periods was mitigated by the good humor and well-prepared activities offered by the tour manager.

  Steven

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  The tour was excellent! We saw so much of our wonderful country in 14 days! It is hard to provide our favorite experience everyday was memorable on this tour! From Sedona to Denver! Grand Canyon, Zion, Bryce, Lake Powell. Salt Lake City, Grand Teton, Jackson Hole, Crazy horse, Mount Rushmore, Rocky Mts and so much more!!!! How can you pick one!! We loved every day of this tour!

  Sheryl

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  Found the Hoodoos amazing .Also the Cody Museum and Mount Rushmore were really amazing. Needed more time in Scottsdale, Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon. Don't know if there was anything to see in Rapid City, since we arrived too late in the day. Overall the itinerary was excellent. Although the group was rather large, it worked well. Everyone was delightful and all added to the enjoyment of the trip.

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  Bryce and Zion were both spectacular. Also, the North Rim of the Grand Canyon offered a chance for hiking and beautiful sunrise/sunset opportunities without the crowds.

  Carol

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  The National Parks tour was a great way to see some beautiful parts of America for the first time. From Sedona, Arizona to Rapid City, South Dakota (Mt. Rushmore). I saw places I'd never thought I'd see. Bryce Canyon, Utah was an amazing sight to see, with it's red rock formations. But just about every stop was interesting and enjoyable. Even little Cody, Wyoming had a great museum about Buffalo Bill and Indians. I really enjoyed Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The visit there was made even better by our stay in a first class resort-style hotel at The Lodge at Jackson Hole. The evening was fun with a covered wagon trip, complete with Indian ambush, to a cowboy dinner in the park. Great way to sightsee. Great way to see an amazing part of America.

  Joseph

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  Fantastic tour. Only 2 suggestions: 1. A few more hours at the Old Faithful Geyser and less time at Cody Cultural Center (kinda a snore after a half hour), and 2. In Jackson Hole, offer Wildlife Safari as an optional excursion. I did this on my own and it was awesome. Guides are biologists and know their stuff. And were able to take a small group (3 of us) into the back unpaved roads to see the wildlife. Well worth the money.

  Linda