National Parks Tour 2021

Mt. Rushmore, Yellowstone, Grand Tetons… AND MORE!

September 24- October 1, 2021

Arrival Transfers:

9:30am Transfer:

• Audino

• Legge

• Zsebenyi

• Kim

• Fabila/Calaguio

• Divinagracia

• Angso

• Quillamor

1:30pm Transfer:

• Harrison

• Bayan

• Tabajonda

• Osabel

• Gibbs

• Croox

• Alfane-Rodrigues

Note: While these are the “assigned” arrival transfer groups, you can join any transfer group you prefer.
Please check in with your tour guide if you decide to join a different transfer group- or if you decide to take your own transportation.

Your guide will be watching for your arrival for each of these groups and will be monitoring the airline flight number for any delays.

Departure Transfers

Note: While these are the “assigned” departure transfer groups, you can join any transfer group you prefer.
The hotel is about 15 min from the airport; however, the hotel does not offer an airport shuttle.

You will want to be at the terminal no less than 1.5hrs prior to your flight.

Taxi is a flat rate of $30.
Uber/Lyft rates depend on the traffic, but usually run from $15-45.
(This will be at your own cost)

TRAVEL DETAILS

F.A.Q.

Who is our Tour Guide and how do I get in touch with them?

Sascha Ghods
Cell: 561/635-8837

Sascha’s cell phone is only available from 23Sep-1Oct.
For questions prior to that date, or afterwards, please reach out to your travel agent, Christian Tamte 614/556-1945

I MISSED MY ARRIVAL TRANSFER!

That's okay, you can grab the next one!
Arrival transfers are scheduled for:
9:30am
11:30am
1:30pm

(if you miss the 1:30pm transfer, or your flight arrives after 1:30pm, then you can take the FREE "Rapid Shuttle" to the hotel - Just proceed to Baggage Claim and check in at the "Rapid Shuttle" desk for your transfer.)

I don't like my assigned departure transfer.

No worries, the airport is only 15 min from the hotel. You can either board a different departure transfer (below) or you can take a taxi/Lyft/Uber -they are pretty affordable.

Departure transfers are scheduled for:
9:45am
11:45am

What if I need to/want to take my own departure transportation?

If you have a departing flight that leaves before 11am… or if you just don’t want to take the shuttle during the departure times listed, Taxi/Lyft and Uber are options!

While the hotel is only about 15 min from the airport, there is not free hotel to airport shuttle.

You will want to be at the terminal no less than 1.5hrs prior to your flight.

Taxi is a flat rate of $30.

Uber/Lyft rates depend on the traffic, but usually run from $15-45.

(This will be at your own cost)

Do I have to wear my mask the whole time?

Pretty much, yeah.

To keep everyone as safe as possible, we require the wearing of masks in all public areas and while on the bus.

When you are on your own, please follow all local laws-ask your guide if you are unsure about each city's current COVID19 Mask policy.

Is breakfast included?

Yes!

The serving times vary by hotel (they will tell you at check-in), but usually breakfast is served starting at 6:30am.

How dressy is too dressy?

While the Welcome and Farewell dinners are at nice restaurants... attire is a bit more relaxed out west.

You can still dress up if you like!
But you will fit in just as well if you want to do more of a business casual attire instead.

As for your dinner on September 28th at The Hatchet- you won't be going to the hotel first to change. Jeans and a nice shirt/sweater are just fine at this restaurant.

Do I need binoculars?

NEED? No.

Want?? Probably.

The Guide will have a pair of binoculars onboard the bus for wildlife viewing. Keep in mind that there are 38 guests on this trip- so if you have a pair of binoculars, bring them with you!

What should I bring on the bus each day?

Snacks and a water bottle.
Your Zone Travel tote is very versatile!
While you can use your tote however you like, it’s main function is a lunch tote!
Since you’ll be on the bus all day (most days), we encourage you to bring some snacks and a water bottle with you to keep up your energy!

Jacket/scarf/gloves/hat
The weather changes frequently out west during this season!
Watch the weather forecast for the day- links to the forecast are listed above for each location you’ll be visiting!

Camera
You know we all love seeing your photos of the adventures you have together!

Cash
You’ll be purchasing lunch each day, and possibly purchasing souvenirs along the way.

Binoculars
If you’ve got ‘em- bring ‘em!
The guide will have one pair of binoculars onboard the bus, but it may not (probably won’t) be enjoyable to take turns using them to see the wildlife.

Is there a bathroom on the bus?

Yes!

Will there be electric outlets on the bus?

Usually there are, yes. …. but we cannot guarantee it.

We’ve tried to get a more solid answer for this question, but the bus won’t be officially assigned until September 24th.
It’s rare not to have electric outlets somewhere on a 55 passenger touring bus; however, it has happened before.

If having a power source is important to you, we recommend bringing a portable power bank with you to charge your devices on the road.

How much should I tip the guide and driver?

They worked hard for you all week- please take care of them appropriately.

Please consider a tip of (at least):
$32/pp for the driver

$56/pp for the guide
(so- that’s a minimum of $88 per person) -(and yes, cash is best)

You can tip at any point in the tour; however, it is customary to tip on the last tour day (before you get off the bus at the hotel in Salt Lake City)

It is also customary to tip any other guides that may lead part of your itinerary- so your Scenic Float Tour Guide- $5-8/pp is a nice gesture.

Will we be able to see a tabernacle choir rehearsal?

No.

The city tour is a driving tour and does not include a stop at the Tabernacle. We have requested a stop to include a tour of the Tabernacle, which will allow you to see inside the building. The choir; however, doesn't open up rehearsals to the public until October.

**** You should still ask your guide to include a tour of the Tabernacle, though, just to make sure it's not missed! ****

Can I fly my drone in the National Parks?

No.

It is illegal to fly your drone anywhere in a National Park.
There are some pretty strict laws around this, with some heavy consequences for ignoring those laws.
Please consult the appropriate resources to learn more about this question.

REGISTRATION FORM

PLEASE TYPE CAREFULLY! INACCURATE INFORMATION WILL RESULT IN TRAVEL DELAYS AND/OR CHANGE FEES.

flight information

Please submit this form with your flight information REGARDLESS of if you purchase travel insurance

Pricing details

price Per Person: 

$2297 (quad occupancy)
$2354 (triple occupancy)
$2596 (double occupancy)
$3338 (single occupancy)

*All pricing & availability is subject to change until completed through the booking process. If your vacation package includes airfare, baggage fees may be an additional cost. For international travel, a passport book is required. Most locations require at least 6 months before expiration on your passport, as well as 2 blank visa pages. Please make sure to have the correct and updated documents if applicable. If you have a criminal background, you are responsible for knowing the travel restrictions pertaining to the offense.
*Price is based on minimum of 30 people registered, and could go up if under 30 people travel on this trip.

INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE

• Ground Transportation

  • Arrival: Rapid City (airport to hotel)

  • Transportation during tour (listed above)

  • Departure: Salt Lake City (hotel to airport)

• Hotel accommodations

  • 1 night in Rapid City, SD

  • 1 night in Deadwood, SD

  • 1 night in Billings, MT

  • 1 night in West Yellowstone, WY

  • 2 nights in Jackson, WY

  • 1 night in Salt Lake City, UT

• Private Tour Guide and Tours

  • Daily tour itinerary listed above

  • Scenic Float Trip

• Some Meals

  • Breakfast each day

  • 3 Dinners

• Entrance Fees

  • Entrance fees to attractions, National Parks and activities listed in the itinerary

• Some Gratuities

  • Gratuities for included meals

  • Baggage handling (one suitcase per person, where available)

• Most taxes and fees

  • Tour taxes and fees

  • Service fees and commissions (NON REFUNDABLE)

NOT INCLUDED

• Airfare

• Local taxis

• Most meals/beverages (unless included in the itinerary)

• Tips

  • Local guides (recommended at least $5/pp)

  • Bus driver (recommended at least $32/pp)

  • Tour director (recommended at least $56/pp)

• Optional Travel Insurance *DUE AT TIME OF BOOKING- PLEASE REVIEW THE DETAILS OF EACH PLAN THOROUGHLY

  • Basic (starting at $200/ea)

    • Please Note: This plan does NOT include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

  • Cancel for Any Reason (starting at $373/ea)

    • Please Note: Under certain conditions, covered reasons for some benefits of this plan include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

  • Other insurance options are available, if you have questions or want more coverage options, please let us know at time of booking.

SUGGESTED PAYMENT SCHEDULE

There are three payment options available to you. 
*Payment schedule does not include insurance costs. Insurance is due with initial payment. 
*All payment options include a 3% processing fee (this has already been included in the costs.)

Option 1:
(Most affordable overall)
Full payment due now (plus insurance)

Option 2: 
(an additional $50 fee per person is applicable for this payment option)

Quad Occupancy:
(price per person)
March 15: $206 + insurance
April 30: $2143

Triple Occupancy:
(price per person)
March 15: $206 + insurance
April 30: $2200

Double Occupancy:
(price per person)
March 15: $206 + insurance
April 30: $2442

Single Occupancy:
March 15: $206 + insurance
April 30: $3183

Option 3: 
(in addition to the one time $50 fee per person, an additional 10% administrative fee per payment is applicable for this delayed payment option)

Quad Occupancy:
(price per person)
March 15: $562 + insurance
April 15: $504.50
May 15: $504.50
June 15: $504.50
July 15: $504.50

Triple Occupancy:
(price per person)
March 15: $562 + insurance
April 15: $525
May 15: $525
June 15: $525
July 15: $525

Double Occupancy:
(price per person)
March 15: $562 + insurance
April 15: $586.50
May 15: $586.50
June 15: $586.50
July 15: $586.50

Single Occupancy:
March 15: $562 + insurance
April 15: $790.50
May 15: $790.50
June 15: $790.50
July 15: $790.50

REGISTRATION 

• A completed registration form (per person)

FINAL PAYMENT

• Payments not received on time will result in reservation cancellation without refund.

• Additional bookings after the final payment deadline may result in higher prices, less availability and additional administrative fees.

• Fee amounts imposed are at the discretion of Zone Travel.

CANCELLATION

Cancellation in writing must be received by Zone Travel 60 days prior to departure for appropriate refund on the land tour cost minus the following fees:

• Commissions and Travel insurance are non-refundable.

Travel Insurance

TRAVEL INSURANCE - AVAILABLE FOR ALL USA CITIZENS - DUE WITH INITIAL PAYMENT

Zone Travel LLC strongly suggests purchasing Trip Cancellation insurance. Be sure to check with your healthcare provider as most U.S. medical coverage will not cover you outside of the country.

Insurance costs are based on the total package cost, including air taxes and charges listed under "Included."

Approximate amounts can be given at time of reservation in order to purchase the appropriate amount of insurance.

BASIC PLAN:

The Basic Plan is so affordable you can have your fun and protect it too - all while staying within your budget. The plan has a wide-variety of covered reasons for trip cancellation and interruption, and it can also include coverage for existing medical conditions so you can book your trip with complete confidence.
Please Note: This plan does NOT include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.

Trip Cancellation: Trip Cost

Trip Interruption: Trip Cost

Emergency Medical/Dental Coverage: $10,000.00

Emergency Medical Transportation: $50,000.00

Baggage Coverage: $500.00

Baggage Delay: $200.00

Travel Delay: $300.00

24-Hour Hotline Assistance: Included

CANCEL ANYTIME: 
(NY RESIDENTS-PLEASE ENQUIRE ABOUT SIMILAR OPTIONS)

The Cancel Anytime Plan gives you the extra flexibility of knowing you can cancel your trip for almost any unforeseen reason that the Classic plan does not already cover at 100% and receive 80% of your non-refundable trip costs back. It includes benefits like trip cancellation protection, primary emergency medical benefits, 24-hour travel assistance, and more. This plan also has SmartBenefitsSM that can pay you proactively and simplify your claims process with no receipts required. Under certain conditions, covered reasons for some benefits of this plan include epidemic or pandemic-related illness, individually-ordered quarantine, and denied boarding.
Please note: This plan must be purchased within 14 days of your initial trip deposit and must cover the full non-refundable trip cost ($10,000 maximum). You could also be eligible for pre-existing condition exclusion waiver if all requirements are met (please refer to plan documents for details).
Important information about this plan: Plan charge includes costs of insurance benefits and assistance services. If you have a pre-existing medical condition, your plan excludes losses due to that condition unless you qualify for a waiver under the terms of your plan. See Plan and Pricing Details for more information.

Trip Cancellation: Trip Cost

Trip Interruption: Trip Cost

Emergency Medical/Dental Coverage: $25,000.00

Emergency Medical Transportation: $500,000.00

Baggage Coverage: $1,000.00

Baggage Delay: $300.00

Change Fee Coverage: $500.00

Loyalty Program Redeposit Fee Coverage: $500.00

Travel Delay: $800.00

24 Hour Hotline Assistance Plus: Included