Mount Rushmore and Black Hills Bus Tour with Live Commentary

Rapid City, US

Highlights

  • Explore Mount Rushmore National Memorial
  • Visit the world's largest mountain carving at Crazy Horse Memorial
  • Experience Custer State Park, one of the world's top wildlife destinations
  • Marvel at the scenery and beauty of Iron Mountain Road
  • Discover the diverse and unique landscapes of the Black Hills

Meeting Point

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the (1) Fairfield lobby between 7:10-7:20 am. *also (2) Cambria Suites is a pick-up location, meeting outside their lobby between 7:10-7:25 am

Meeting point

1314 N Elk Vale Rd, Rapid City, SD 57703 , United States

End point

End Point

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the (1) Fairfield lobby between 7:10-7:20 am. *also (2) Cambria Suites is a pick-up location, meeting outside their lobby between 7:10-7:25 am

Meeting point

1314 N Elk Vale Rd, Rapid City, SD 57703 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Best Western Ramkota Hotel

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (3) Best Western Ramkota between 7:20-7:35 am.

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Hampton Inn Rapid City

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (4) Hampton Inn between 7:25-7:35 am.

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Holiday Inn Rapid City Downtown - Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (6) Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn between 7:35-7:50 am.

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Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (7) Alex Johnson between 7:40-7:50 am.

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Comfort Inn & Suites

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (8) Comfort Inn & Suites between 7:45-8:00 am.

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Borglum Story

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you in Keystone at the parking lot of (9) Borglum Historical Center between 8:25-8:40 am. Please note: if leaving your vehicle, there is a $5 parking fee for day use.

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Cambria Hotel Rapid City near Mount Rushmore

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (9) Cambria Suites between 7:10-7:25 am.

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Crazy Horse Memorial

Crazy Horse is the world's largest mountain carving located in the Black Hills of South Dakota. It is considered The Eighth Wonder of the World in progress.

Duration 60 minutes
Admission Admission Included
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Custer State Park

One of the nation’s largest state parks, just 15 miles from the city of Custer, South Dakota’s premier State Park comprises 71,000 acres. Custer State Park is famous for its bison herds, other wildlife, scenic drives, historic sites, visitor centers, fishing lakes, resorts, campgrounds and interpretive programs. In fact, it was named as one of the World's Top Ten Wildlife Destinations for the array of wildlife within the park's borders.

Duration 120 minutes
Admission Admission Included
10

Iron Mountain Road

Iron Mountain Road, is an incredible journey, an unforgettable experience. We believe that it is the most unusual and captivating road in America. Everyone that has experienced this 17 mile stretch in the Black Hills of South Dakota leaves with an opinion about this road, either good or bad this road will leave an impression.

Duration 60 minutes
Admission Admission Included
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Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Mount Rushmore National Memorial represents a national treasure. Symbolizing the ideals of freedom and democracy, it is a tribute to four presidents: George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt and Abraham Lincoln and their invaluable contributions to the United States. Mount Rushmore National Memorial represents not only the past, but also a promise for the future.

Duration 60 minutes
Admission Admission Included
12

Black Hills National Forest

The name “Black Hills” comes from the Lakota words Paha Sapa, which mean “hills that are black.” From a distance, these pine-covered hills, rising several thousand feet above the surrounding prairie, appear to be black. The Hills are diverse in cultural heritage. Visitors will find rugged rock formations, canyons, grasslands, streams, lakes and unique caves.

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Best Western Ramkota Hotel

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (3) Best Western Ramkota between 7:20-7:35 am.

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Hampton Inn Rapid City

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (4) Hampton Inn between 7:25-7:35 am.

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Holiday Inn Rapid City Downtown - Conv Ctr, an IHG Hotel

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (6) Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn between 7:35-7:50 am.

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Hotel Alex Johnson Rapid City, Curio Collection by Hilton

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (7) Alex Johnson between 7:40-7:50 am.

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Comfort Inn & Suites

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (8) Comfort Inn & Suites between 7:45-8:00 am.

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Borglum Story

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you in Keystone at the parking lot of (9) Borglum Historical Center between 8:25-8:40 am. Please note: if leaving your vehicle, there is a $5 parking fee for day use.

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Cambria Hotel Rapid City near Mount Rushmore

If reservation is confirmed (Dakota Tours staff) for this pick-up location, we will meet you outside the lobby of (9) Cambria Suites between 7:10-7:25 am.

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Not recommended for participants with poor cardiovascular health
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    Participants should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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    Children must be accompanied by an adult
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    Hotel pickup will commence approximately 45-60 minutes prior to the start time of the tour, see voucher for more details
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    The product is seasonal due to unpredictable weather condition from September to early May
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    Typical elevations are between 3200 ft to 4400 ft.
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    **Please list lodging location~we will respond with closest (8 locations) meeting point.

What our experts say

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    Grab lunch at the Custer State Park cafe.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Bring a camera for stunning views.
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    Check weather; dress in layers.
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    Plan for traffic near attractions.

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