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7 Day Black Hills & Badlands Rally

 

Start Date Jun 23, 2023
End Date Jun 29, 2023
4 Other Dates
 

Rally Point: Rapid City, SD

In this beautiful part of South Dakota, travel along mountain roads in Badlands National Park and through beautiful, rolling prairies of the Black Hills. Visit famous American landmarks like Mount Rushmore & Crazy Horse, and soak in the beauty of Custer State Park. Explore Deadwood and recount the tales of the legendary Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane & Potato Creek Johnny. Then, let the wild west adventure continue at the Calgary Stampede Rally, just 854 miles away!
  • 6 Camping Nights
  • 23 Events & Meals
  • Daily Itinerary
  • What's Included
  • Enhance Your Trip
  • Pricing & Offers
  • Activity Level
  • Travel Insurance
  • Traveler Reviews

Daily Itinerary

 

  • Orientation and Get Acquainted Social
  • Private Motorcoach Transportation to Activities
  • Welcome Dinner at Local Restaurant
  • Mt. Rushmore Lightning Ceremony – an inspirational program with a ranger talk, a patriotic film & culminates with the lighting of the memorial

  • Wildlife Loop--travel through 18 miles of open grasslands and pine-speckled hills that much of the park’s wildlife calls home.
  • Sylvan Lake
  • Crazy Horse Memorial Tour & Lunch – a mountain monument of the Oglala Lakota war leader
  • State Game Lodge stopping at Peter Norbeck Outdoor Education Center to watch a short presentation.

  • Badlands National Park Tour – a colorful desert of canyons, buttes, pinnacles, spires & fossilized species
  • Wall Drug – visit this unique, roadside attraction filled with dining, activities, gifts & souvenirs
  • Explore Rapid City

  • 1880s Train Ride--Trains follow the original route of the Chicago, Burlington and Quincy Railroad laid down in the late 1880s to service the mines and mills between Hill City and Keystone.
  • Explore Hill City
  • OPTIONAL: Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame, experience a famous "Biker Bar" such as Loud American Roadhouse, Full Throttle or Ironhorse Saloon

  • Gold Factory Shopping--learn about the fascinating and intricate process with which the gold and diamond jewelry is crafted.
  • Chapel In the Hills Tour-- The Stavkirke Chapel is an exact reproduction of the famous Borgund Stavkirke of Laerdal, Norway.
  • Explore Deadwood – free time to explore the old stompin' grounds of legendary Wild Bill Hickok, Calamity Jane & Potato Creek Johnny
  • Ft. Hayes Chuckwagon Dinner and Show

  • Tour Mammoth Site--boasts the largest concentration of Columbian mammoths in the world.
  • Lunch at Local Restaurant
  • Wind Cave National Park Drive--Bison, elk, and other wildlife roam the rolling prairie grasslands and forested hillsides of one of America's oldest national parks.
  • Travel through Custer and Hill Country
  • Tour Bear Country--observe black bears, elk, mountain lions, buffalo, reindeer and other wildlife in their natural environment.
  • Farewell Dinner at Local Restaurant

  • Goodbye Continental Breakfast
  • Continue your wild west adventure at the Calgary Stampede Rally, just 854 miles away!



What's Included


Mount Rushmore Lighting Ceremony

Badlands National Park Tour

Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, Keystone Bus Tour

Explore Deadwood

Wind Cave National Park Drive

1880s Train Ride

Chapel In the Hills Tour (Stavkirke Chapel)

Ft. Hayes Chuckwagon Dinner and Show

Wall Drug

Gold Factory Tour

Explore Famous Biker Bars

State Game Lodge Lunch

Tour Mammoth Site

Continue on to the Calgary Stampede Rally, just 854 miles away!




 

We want to make your RV Vacation as stress-free and as enjoyable as possible, so we take care of all the planning and reservations for you. Once your vacation is booked, all you need to do is show up in your RV and enjoy these inclusive benefits:

  • 6 Nights of RV Camping Fees
  • 23 Events & Meals
  • Professionally Planned Itinerary specifically prepared for 7 Day Black Hills & Badlands Rally
  • Transportation Provided for Most Included Activities
  • Expert Guides – RallyMasters and Assistants*
  • Regular Briefings and Travel Tips Report from RallyMasters
  • Pre-Trip Information Packet & Vehicle Checklist
  • Special Socials & Get-Togethers
  • Gratuities for Included Meals, Bus Drivers & Special Guides
  • Customer Appreciation Gift: Tote, Hat, and Tour Pin
  • Frequent Traveler Rewards Program includes $50.00 in Future Travel Credits

 

Even though there’s an itinerary and planned route, we want you to enjoy your vacation to the greatest extent. We’ll give you time to independently explore and have the freedom to choose the stops along the route that interest you. Additionally, our Travel Ambassadors are there to assist you with optional activities in the area that are not included in the itinerary to make the most of your vacation.

*Assistants only on Rallies with 14 or more guest rigs

Enhance Your Trip

More than ever, our guests are spending more time on the road and are excited to make the most out of their vacation. By choosing from the 146 pre- and post-trip extensions that we offer, or adding on optional activities to the itinerary, there are many ways you can personalize your experience to make it the vacation of your dreams.

Many Guests Choose Pre- or Post-Trip Extensions

Chances are, you’re traveling quite far to join us on one of our tours. Why not make the most of it with pre- and post-trip extensions? By adding on another tour, it will give you the opportunity to extend your vacation and maximize your time in the geographical region. On this 7 Day Black Hills & Badlands Rally trip, you will have 3 extensions to choose from: Alberta & Glacier National Park, Calgary Stampede Rally, Premier Alaska.

Maximize Your Time in the Area

Consider building in extra time for yourself in Rapid City, SD (Rally Point) to relax and get adjusted or give yourself time to explore on your own before or after your 7 Day Black Hills & Badlands Rally trip. Extending the length of your stay can truly make your trip everything you’ve ever dreamed about and give you the opportunity to enjoy more of what each destination has to offer.

Post-trip: Alberta & Glacier National Park Jul 05, 2023 to Jul 18, 2023Starts: Calgary, AB Ends: East Glacier, MT

Immerse yourself in scenic brilliance, Canadian history and Old West tradition with our Alberta and Glacier National Park guided RV tour. Experience the World’s Richest Rodeo at the Calgary Stampede rodeo and drop down into Montana’s Glacier National Park. Book today!

Post-trip: Calgary Stampede Rally Jul 05, 2023 to Jul 11, 2023Rally Point: Calgary, AB

The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth promises enough rodeo excitement to satisfy your inner cowboy! Join us on our Calgary Stampede RV Rally for exciting chuckwagon races, bucking broncs, barrel racing, a laser light show, and a midway carnival that will have you kicking up your heels in a hearty “Yahoo!”. Call today to learn more!

Post-trip: Premier Alaska Jul 18, 2023 to Sep 15, 2023Starts: Liberty Lake, WA Ends: Blaine, WA

Let’s travel to Alaska! Join us on our guided Premier Alaska tour and discover impressive glaciers, abundant wildlife, native villages, and quaint mining camps. This is the only tour of its kind that begins and ends in the Lower 48. The best part is we take care of everything for you, just show up and enjoy your stress-free RV vacation to Alaska.

Even though there’s an itinerary and planned route, we want you to enjoy your vacation to the greatest extent. With their unmatched understanding of the area and commitment to enriching your travel experiences, your RallyMasters will be there to help you choose and schedule the best optional activities that aren’t included in the itinerary. Here’s a sampling of the optional activities offered on the 7 Day Black Hills & Badlands Rally. Here’s a sampling of the optional activities offered on the 7 Day Black Hills & Badlands Rally trip:


    • On Day 4: Sturgis Motorcycle Museum & Hall of Fame, experience a famous "Biker Bar" such as Loud American Roadhouse, Full Throttle or Ironhorse Saloon




Pricing & Payment Offers

Price includes all items listed in daily itinerary
  • 6 Camping Nights
  • 23 Events & Meals

Included Highlights


Mount Rushmore Lighting Ceremony

Badlands National Park Tour

Crazy Horse, Custer State Park, Keystone Bus Tour

Explore Deadwood

Wind Cave National Park Drive

1880s Train Ride

Chapel In the Hills Tour (Stavkirke Chapel)

Ft. Hayes Chuckwagon Dinner and Show

Wall Drug

Gold Factory Tour

Explore Famous Biker Bars

State Game Lodge Lunch

Tour Mammoth Site

Continue on to the Calgary Stampede Rally, just 854 miles away!




Pricing & Payment Options

$3,195

$2,495.00

FULL PAYMENT is required for 7 Day Black Hills & Badlands Rally - Jun 23, 2023 due to the departure date being 90 days or less away. Your payment is $3,284.00 USD* to secure your reservation.

Our exclusive, interest-free, monthly payment plan to budget your vacation. Your first monthly payment secures your reservation.

  • Monthly Payment*
  • 0 Monthly Payments
  • Balance Due
  • Monthly Payments are NOT available at this time.

A tour deposit of 15% and the $89.00 non-refundable processing fee confirms your reservation. Final balance due 90 days prior to departure.

  • No 15% Deposit*
  • $3,284.00 USD Final Payment*
  • 03/25/2023 Payment Due
  • Full Payment Required and the ONLY Option.

If your original tour cost is more than $1,500 and choose to pay your final balance by check, you will receive a discount according to the schedule below:

Original Tour Cost

  • $1,500 - $5,000
  • $5,001 - $7,500
  • $7,501 - $10,000
  • $10,001 - $15,000
  • $15,001 - $20,000
  • $20,001 - $25,000
  • $25,001 and up

Discount

  • $50
  • $100
  • $200
  • $250
  • $300
  • $400
  • $500

Ways to Save

Take advantage of these special offers to maximize the value of your next RV adventure!

Payment Options
We have various payment options, some of which offer deep discounts. Plus, we offer an interest-free, monthly payment plan to help you budget your vacation. Read More>>
Exclusive Travel Partners
We’re proud to be the official travel partner of some of the largest RV clubs and manufacturers in the world, which allow us to offer discounts to their members and customers. Read More>>
Frequent Traveler Credits
We appreciate you traveling with us, so we want to reward you with instant credit back on every tour you take. The more you travel, the greater the rewards! Read More>>
Refer & Earn
Receive future travel credits for each new customer you refer to us. Plus, learn how referrals can also increase your Lifetime Loyalty Rewards! Read More>>
Special Offers
By joining our email list, you’ll stay up to date on the latest tours and offers. Be in the know for any additional discounts to help you save even more! Read More>>
Exclusive Price Guarantee
Once you make your deposit, we guarantee the price! If our suppliers increase their prices, you won’t be stuck with any additional costs for your trip. Read More>>

Activity Level - LOW

Group Size

  • This trip has a group size up to 22 rigs plus RallyMasters and Assistants* exclusive to 7 Day Black Hills & Badlands Rally

Pacing

  • 7 days, with 6 camping nights including 23 events & meals

Physical Requirements

  • Short to moderate walking distances (15 to 30 minutes); likely to include ramps and/or short runs of stairs. May include extended periods of standing or sitting.



    Tours require that you are responsible for yourself and your ability to get on and off all Transportation Services.



    Activity Ratings are intended to provide information for those who do not use mobility devices.



    If you require a mobility device, please be aware that guests must travel with a companion that is responsible for loading, unloading and securing their device on all excursions.



    Guests with mobility challenges and walking limitations may not be able to participate in all activities.

*Assistants only on Rallies with 14 or more guest rigs

Protect Your Travel Investment with Trip Cancellation Insurance

 

RV travel is fun and exciting, but the unexpected can happen. Losing the cost of a trip due to cancellation or an unexpected medical emergency during your trip can add the expense of physicians, hospitalization, or a medical evacuation, all of which can be overwhelming.

Travelers want to move about with confidence and peace of mind that comes from protecting both their health and finances. There are NO infectious disease exclusions - meaning that COVID-19 is covered as any other illness.

TME Travel Insurance provides a suite of insurance options for all styles of travel. Additional benefits are available when you purchase COMPREHENSIVE TRIP CANCELLATION, such as optional Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) coverage on the TME Elite Plan when purchased within 14 days of booking your tour. Plans cover both domestic and international travel.

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Traveler Reviews

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