Twilight Tour: Custer State Park & Mt Rushmore Lighting Ceremony
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Ikhtisar
First, we visit the tranquil Sylvan Lake, nestled among pine-covered hills & dramatic rock formations.
We continue with a picturesque journey along the legendary Needles Hwy, where towering granite spires, narrow tunnels, & sweeping views create an unforgettable drive. You’ll have plenty of time for photo stops, short walks, and commentary from your knowledgeable local guide.
Then, travel the engineering marvel of Iron Mt Rd, known for its pigtail bridges, scenic switchbacks, & tunnels that perfectly frame Mt Rushmore in the distance.
We arrive at Mt Rushmore with time to explore, then as night falls, gather at the amphitheater for the Lighting Ceremony—a patriotic & heartfelt experience that includes a short film, tribute to veterans, & the illumination of the iconic carvings.
Sekilas tur
Apa yang termasuk
- Bottled water
- Entrance fees
- Snacks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Local expert guide
Tidak termasuk
- Gratuities
- Hotel Pick up and drop off IF OUTSIDE OF RAPID CITY
- Personal expenses
- Meals
Itinerari
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1
Sylvan Lake
A lovely drive out west of Rapid City takes us into the Black Hills National Forest and into Custer State Park. Drive time ~45min - 1hr. Visit Sylvan Lake and Drive Needles Hwy See the jewels of the Black Hills in Custer State Park! Sylvan Lake glitters at 6,145 feet. Time here for photos and a quick wander. We then move onto Needles Hwy. Gorgeous rock formation frame this famous drive as we learn of the geological history and the importance of the Native American History of the area. Plenty of opportunities to stop and take in this stunning natural wonder.
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Needles Eye
Of course we will stop along the route to photograph and enjoy the incredible formations - Needles Eye being the most famous!
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Peter Norbeck Scenic Byway
We make our way along the Norbeck Scenic Byway, with lots of stops for photographs. See Rushmore as it lies in its natural landscape - gorgeous Norbeck overlook is a prize along the cenic Byway. Our first views of Mt Rushmore from about a mile away are a great precursor to the monument itself!
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Iron Mountain Road
The fun part! Our travel from Norbeck Overlook is the amazing Pigtail bridges and famous tunnels of Iron Mountain Road. This scenic road was built for fun to compliment Mt Rushmore - an engineering marvel and an enjoyable way to get your closer to the 4 faces!
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Mount Rushmore National Memorial
Next we are on to the monument. Your guide is an expert in all things Rushmore, and will be able to share all they can about the history and building of the carving. We have time for guests to wander through museums, take the presidential trail and visit gift stores. Get a bite to eat from the Carvers Cafe. Planned arrival ~ 6-6:30pm (for 8pm lighting ceremony) 7-730pm for 9pm lighting ceremony. - Lighting Ceremony - Join a park ranger in the park's outdoor amphitheater for an inspirational 45-minute program focusing on the presidents, patriotism and the nation's history. Beginning with a ranger talk, this program continues with the film "Freedom: America's Lasting Legacy" (captioned) and culminates with the lighting of the memorial.
2 jam Tiket masuk termasuk
Titik temu & penjemputan
Penjemputan di hotel tersedia, atau Anda bisa bertemu di titik awal.
We pick up for this tour in Rapid City. Please let us know if your location is outside of our pick up zone in central Rapid City and we can arrange an alternative.
Jadwal
Perlu diketahui
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Kebijakan pembatalan
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ulasan wisatawan
Reservation staff was very accommodating went out of their way to make reservations on short notice. The guide was very flexible and provided extremely personalized service
The tour was amazing. The guide, Aura, was very knowledgeable and fully covered the tour. It was a private tour for me and my wife. Never felt rushed. It was an excellent experience and we would highly recommend the tour. Our top experience in the Black Hills
The private tour for my wife and I covered the Black Hills to include the Mammoth excavation site. We opted not to see the Monuments which we had seen previously. Joel, our tour guide, was an excellent driver with a wealth of knowledge about the area and its history. It was a stress free way to see the Black Hills and to be able to focus on the scenery. He picked excellent pull offs for the best views and made good photography recommendations. This tour was everything that we had expected and hoped it would be.
This tour is the “gold” standard for the black hills! We had an amazing time with Melina over our 2 days there. She was so kind and flexible with our plans, and we got to see everything we came to see in such a short time, including the Badlands. It was nice not to have to navigate and she really knew where to take us. Lunch and snacks were appreciated and delicious! We have recommended her to others coming to visit! She certainly made our trip so enjoyable! Thank you!
Joel was our perfect guide. We watched the newest Mount Rushmore documentary prior to our tour in preparation for our visit. Joel was very educated about Mt. Rushmore and had some unpublicized stories of Rushmore in addition to historical knowledge. Also lots of knowledge of roadside landmarks as we drove to Rushmore and Crazy Horse. He pulled over several times to point out geological structures and wildlife. Cold refreshments available in a chilled cooler along with snacks (granola bars, fruit bars, etc). He picked us up at our campground in a very comfortable Ford Van...captains chairs, cupholders, charging ports, tv for watching a Crazy Horse video in between Rushmore and Crazy Horse, plus a beautiful stop at Sylvan Lake. Joel has a depth of knowledge of the area that was extraordinary. He also took us through the Custer Wildlife loop where we saw buffalo with new babies (red dogs), elk, prong horn antelope, big horn sheep, marmots, bluebirds, and meadowlarks. Cathedral Spires is incredible and should not be missed. Needles Eye and Tunnel is not to be missed. Our tour was a full day and well worth it as we only had a day in Rapid City to see the local sites. In hindsight, we would have scheduled another day with Joel for an additional tour. We flew into Rapid City and rented an RV to drive back to California. Stayed at RC Elks Lodge for 2 nights. 2 Couples. Couldn't have had a better tour. Joel educated us for the entire tour, a joy to be with, exudes great vibes, and loves his South Dakota. Just do it!
Bob with Black Hill Tour group was over the top. Made this day one of the best of our 30 day western adventure. The company reached out to us and move our day earlier to avoid the 110 heat of the day. They were accommodating, knowledgeable and FUN. A BIG thank you!!!!!!!!!!
Private group made it very enjoyable. My grandchildren and I enjoyed a wonderful time in South Dakota. Kevin was friendly and professional. He took us to some places were no tourists go, was well organized, arranged excellent picnics for us. We did not have to worry about anything. Grandchildren learned a lot about the history of SD and the US. I highly recommend this company.
Ryan was AMAZING! He made the tour fun, and had the keen ability to adapt to our needs. He was very accommodating, and knowledgeable of the tour area. We highly recommend Black Hills Tour Company - request Ryan!
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Berapa lama pengalaman ini berlangsung?
Berlangsung selama 6 jam.
Apakah penjemputan di hotel termasuk?
Penjemputan di hotel tersedia, atau Anda bisa bertemu di titik awal.
Apakah saya bisa membatalkan secara gratis?
Ya. Batalkan hingga 24 jam sebelum waktu mulai untuk pengembalian dana penuh.
Pemandu tersedia dalam bahasa apa?
Bahasa pemandu: EN
Pada hari apa saja berjalan?
Berjalan pada Setiap hari. Mulai pukul 15:00, 16:00
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Dalam 48 jam, setelah penyedia mengonfirmasi.
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