Question 1

What is the typical length of tours from Salt Lake City to Denver?

Accepted Answer

Most tours connecting Salt Lake City to Denver run for 9 days though some extend to 16 days. The schedule gives travelers enough time to see major national parks like Yellowstone and Grand Teton. Stops at historic Western towns add local character to the journey. The pace works well for exploring key sites such as Mount Rushmore and Badlands National Park at a comfortable speed. A recent TourRadar traveler shared "We traveled 1790 miles with a great group of people. The tour director Erica was fantastic and very accommodating."

Question 2

What are the main highlights and stops between Salt Lake City and Denver?

Accepted Answer

The route connects some of America's most notable natural and historic sites. Travelers visit Jackson Hole to see its elk antler arches followed by Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park. The journey continues to the Buffalo Bill Center in Cody then heads to South Dakota's Black Hills Mount Rushmore and Badlands National Park. Many tours add cultural depth through visits with Native American communities and stops in pioneer-era towns. As one TourRadar traveler noted: "Learned a lot saw a lot and had a great time. Sophia was very knowledgeable about all the places we visited."

Question 3

What is the average price range for Salt Lake City to Denver tours?

Accepted Answer

Expect to pay between 3828 USD to 5675 USD per person with daily costs ranging from 329-631 USD. The price covers stays in 4-5 star hotels professional guides luxury coach transportation daily breakfasts and select dinners. Some tours offer premium stays at places like the Alex Johnson Hotel in Rapid City and the Kelly Inn in West Yellowstone. Added experiences often include meetings with Indigenous communities and entry fees to national parks.

Question 4

What type of accommodations can I expect on these tours?

Accepted Answer

The tours feature carefully selected 4 and 5-star hotels in central locations mixed with distinctive Western lodging options. Common stays include Little America in Salt Lake City the modern Mountain Motel in Jackson and the historic Alex Johnson Hotel in Rapid City. Some itineraries offer nights in luxury covered wagons or pioneer log cabins for an authentic Western experience. According to one TourRadar traveler: "Since opening its doors in 1928 the Alex Johnson Hotel has played host to several presidents and countless celebrities."

Question 5

How much distance is typically covered on a Salt Lake City to Denver tour?

Accepted Answer

The route spans roughly 1790 miles (2881 kilometers) across Utah Wyoming Montana South Dakota and Colorado. Travelers pass through varied terrain from Utah's Wasatch Mountain Range to Yellowstone's geothermal features then across South Dakota's Black Hills before reaching Denver. A TourRadar traveler confirmed: "We traveled 1790 miles with stops at numerous iconic locations including Yellowstone Mount Rushmore and the Badlands."

Salt Lake City to Denver Tours

Find adventures that start in Salt Lake City and then finish in Denver. Trips from Salt Lake City to Denver are most popular in July, with the most tours doing this route then.

6 best Salt Lake City to Denver tour packages

Wild West, Cowboys and Buffalos (End Denver) (from Salt Lake City to Denver)

American Parks Trail (Classic, End Denver)

American Parks Trail (Classic, End Rapid City)

Bison, Cowboys and the Play of Colors in Yellowstone

Utah, Yellowstone & Deadwood

National Parks of America's West