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Grand Prismatic Spring, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming, USA

Yellowstone and the Rockies

The Rocky Mountains have a governing presence in the USA, running from the Canadian south into Montana and on to New Mexico. This vast mountain chain is one of the most spectacular land forms in North America and never fails to impress with its snow-capped mountains and lush forests.

Yellowstone National Park was the first designated park in the USA and is arguably the most renowned, covering an area of 3,468 square miles and considered a geothermal spectacle. With the majority of the world’s geysers preserved here, it is a park that never sleeps. Wildlife can be found at every turn, whether that’s grizzly bears, wolves and herds of bison and elk. Put simply: this is a wonderland.

Not to be forgotten are the dude and guest ranches that are synonymous with the west. Nowhere in the world are ranches a more intrinsic part of the day to day life and where is better to enjoy a horseback adventure than the stunning mountains of the Rockies.

Off-the-Beaten-Track in the Rockies

It may seem obvious to speak of the exceptional National Parks in the Rockies as a highlight, but what can be forgotten is to explore the areas away from the main ‘hot spot’ areas. National Parks including Yellowstone, Teton and Glacier all offer such diversity with the main roads and trails offering just a preview of what is on offer. Specialist guides are at their best in the USA and should be taken advantage of; they can offer unparalleled insight and access to the parks. Another must do is to visit Yellowstone in September when the aspen leaves are golden, against the backdrop of the Teton Mountains and its geothermal features.

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Beignets and Coffee, New Orleans, Deep South, USA

Beignets at Cafe du Mond

Grab a plateful of New Orleans’ legendary beignets, deep fried nuggets of dough coated in layers of fluffy powdered sugar, and a hot cup of dark-roasted chicory coffee – we recommend that you visit this 24-hour establishment outside of busy hours so as to savour every mouthful in peace and quiet.

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Smoky Mountains, Route 441, Newfound Gap, Tennessee, USA

Hike the Smoky Mountains

Head in to the Great Smoky Mountains, a subrange of the Appalachian Mountains, for a day of hiking under its transcendent natural fog.

Graceland, Memphis, Tennessee, Deep South, USA

Visit Graceland

Visit Graceland, Elvis’s private estate in Memphis, to peruse an exhibition of kitsch artefacts, see his collection of cars and private jets and taste his beloved fried peanut butter and banana sandwich.

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French Quarter, New Orleans, Deep South, USA

Walk the French Quarter

Explore the celebrated French Quarter in New Orleans to absorb Louisiana’s strong Creole culture, stopping to listen to a busking brass band while sipping on an iced tea.

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Peaches, Peanuts and Pecans

Voyage around Georgia in search of the three P’s – peaches, pecans and peanuts – perhaps stopping in at one of the many acclaimed family restaurants to sample a scrumptious peach cobbler.

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Ride in a Seaplane

All at once a spectacular scenic journey and a way to speed up transfer times, seaplanes are the sky taxis of Canada. Ideal for both romantic getaways and families keen to cut down on driving, we can arrange seaplane journeys between most destinations (even cities).

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Snorkel with Humpbacks

Grab a wetsuit, put on some fins and pop on a mask before jumping in for an incredible snorkeling adventure with humpback whales off the coast of Newfoundland.

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Iceberg, Fogo Island, Newfoundland, Eastern Canada

Private Dinner at Sea

Head out on a culinary adventure atop the waters off Newfoundland in a privately chartered boat, feasting on local and seasonal produce en route to scenic Bell Island.

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Classic Boat, Newfoundland, Eastern Canada

Boat Building in St. John’s

Get stuck in and partake in the construction of a classic Newfoundland wooden rodney boat, which are used by the locals for fishing and exploring the coastline.

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Bell Island, Newfoundland, Eastern Canada

Bell Island with a Paleontologist

Spend a day at sea during a private zodiac adventure to Bell Island, exploring its sea caves, sea life and century old fossils in the company of an expert paleontologist.

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Self-Drive Grand Teton & Yellowstone

Explore the geothermal wonders of iconic Yellowstone National Park, as well as the far less frequented Grand Teton National Park, all in the company of a local guide who knows the secret places and off-the-beaten-track spots for opportune wildlife-watching.

8 days from £3,450pp

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Cowboy Experience: Ranches of the USA

Unveiling some of the most visually stunning landscapes of the USA, our cowboy adventures go far beyond the tourist trail to working ranches in places like Big Sky Montana, Elk River Valley, Zion National Park or the Colorado Prairie. Encompassing anything from…

10 days from £5,795pp

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National Parks by Private Jet

Utilising a private jet to fly between arguably the most visually stunning national parks in the USA – Yosemite, the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Grand Teton – this flight-seeing adventure offers remarkable birds’ eye views of the country’s most iconic landscapes.

9 days from £14,435pp

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Booking a tailor-made trip gives you the flexibility to customise your journey, travelling when and where suits you. Browse our Yellowstone holiday ideas to start planning your next journey.

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Self-Drive Grand Teton & Yellowstone

8 days from £3,450pp

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Cowboy Experience: Ranches of the USA

10 days from £5,795pp

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National Parks by Private Jet

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Where to Stay

Every captivating tailor-made itinerary needs a perfect base. Our team has handpicked this collection of properties to give you luxury options in styles to suit any adventure.

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Zapata Ranch

Farmstead and Ranches
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Zapata Ranch is a 103,000-acre working bison and cattle ranch on the border of Great Sand Dunes National Park in Southern Colorado. It is a property for those looking to experience life on a working ranch…

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Ranchlands Camp

Farmstead and Ranches
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Ranchlands Camp offers a fully immersive experience in the world of a working cattle ranch. For generations, camping out has been an integral part of cattle ranching. Now, you have the opportunity to sleep out under…

Ranchlands Camp, Chico Basin Ranch, Colorado Springs, USA

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Lone Mountain Ranch

Farmstead and Ranches
£££££

Tucked away in the forests of Big Sky Montana, historic Lone Mountain Ranch was established in 1915 as a working cattle ranch. The ranch now offers a great year-round base to explore the Montana wilderness, with…

Riverhut, Lone Mountain Ranch, Montana, USA

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Brush Creek Ranch

Wilderness
£££££

Brush Creek Ranch is a high-end lodge set in 30,000 acres of Rocky Mountain wilderness close to Saratoga, Wyoming. The ranch has 39 units designed and inspired by the original homestead. There are lodge rooms through…

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Meet our experts

A passion for travel runs right through every one of our experts - meaning they're always ready with first-hand insight about their specialist countries.

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Roxy Dukes

Roxy has had many adventures throughout the USA, and has a passion for exploring the spectacular National Parks. Roxy’s tip is to invest in a private guides that take you off the grid, transforming your experience of these epic landscapes.

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Paul Bird

In his travel to the USA, New York has remained at the top of Paul’s list. It is certainly not a one-stop destination, and Paul knows the little-visited hot spots and behind-the-scenes experiences that make a visit to this bustling city truly memorable.

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All the way through the process - from us explaining what we wanted through to the programme that Roxy created - everything was excellent. Roxy understood our requirements perfectly and created a trip that exactly fitted the bill.

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From my first conversation with Roxy, it was clear that her knowledge was very good indeed. She listened to our ideas and created a fantastic bespoke holiday for us, and the pre-trip information was first class.

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Yellowstone and the Rockies

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