Central USA Tours & Trips
Picture yourself taking in Chicago's skyline and deep-dish pizza before hitting Route 66, that iconic highway stretching all the way to Santa Monica. You'll visit the American Jazz Museum in Kansas City and the historic 18th & Vine District for some of the best ribs you'll ever taste. The Midwest's calling.
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Rich • traveled in October, 2025
Tour guides were great and very accommodating Driver was amazing Vehicle was clean and comfortable
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Tony • traveled in January
I've been to a lot of places in the South with Travelling Time and always had a great time so the chance to visit Oklahoma, Texas and New Mexico with them was a "no brainer" for me. Three U.S. States, Route 66 and Buddy Holly, what's not to like? As always the group bonded from day one due to Lynda's ability to make an organised tour feel like a trip with friends. I'm always amazed at how much Travelling Time manage to include for the price on their tours and this one is no different. I won't spoil it by listing everything but you get what's in the itinerary and so much more, fantastic! You won't believe how much there is to see and do in this part of the States until you go, very highly recommended and this won't be my last TT tour.
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Mary • traveled in May
Our tour manager Haydee was a real gem! Everything was well organized. Our coach was brand new and our driver was excellent. All our places we visited were spectacular and Haydee made it a point to make each stop a special visit.
Spotlight on South Dakota featuring Mount Rushmore & The Badlands (2027)
The best Central USA tour packages
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MelissaCentral USA travel expert at TourRadar
- Highlights of New Orleans
- Spotlight on South Dakota featuring Mount Rushmore & The Badlands (2026)
- Black Hills of South Dakota
- The Big Texan Adventure
- 66 & Buddy!
- Mickelson Trail Bike Tour
- Mount Rushmore & South Dakota's Black Hills - 6 days
- Mt. Rushmore and Badlands Bike Tour
- Chicago - The Home of Skyscrapers
- USA: Nashville to Dallas Road Trip
New Orleans reveals its charm through French Quarter carriage rides and authentic Creole cooking classes. The itinerary includes Oak Alley Plantation's historic grounds and Steamboat Natchez cruises, plus visits to diverse neighborhoods from Treme to the Garden District.
Duration 5 days Destinations New Orleans Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Bucket List Group Travel LLC From
- US$2,590
Spotlight on South Dakota featuring Mount Rushmore & The Badlands (2026)
38 Reviews by TourRadar travelers
South Dakota's iconic landmarks await on this $2,700 adventure. Marvel at Mount Rushmore's grandeur, roam Badlands National Park's otherworldly landscapes, and spot buffalo in Custer State Park. The tour includes 6 nights at Hyatt Place Rapid City with Native American cultural experiences.
Duration 7 days Destinations Rapid City, Oglala, Badlands National Park, Deadwood, Custer State Park, Devils Tower Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Collette From
- US$2,999
K-Bar-S Lodge in Keystone serves as your base for Central USA's treasures. Take in Mount Rushmore's majesty, wander Badlands National Park's 243,000 acres of pinnacles, and observe Custer State Park's wildlife. A visit to Devils Tower in Wyoming and Deadwood's Wild West charm complete the journey.
Duration 6 days Destinations Rapid City, Badlands National Park, Keystone, Devils Tower, Deadwood, Custer State Park Age Range Ages 8+ Operator Southwest Adventure Tours From
- US$3,119
The Big Texan Adventure
6 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Vehicle was clean and comfortable. Driver was amazing.”
Rich, traveled in October
Texas's diverse cities reveal their stories. The route includes Dallas's Southfork Ranch, Fort Worth's Stockyards, Austin's 250 music venues, San Antonio's historic Alamo, and Houston's NASA Center, with 3-star accommodations and daily breakfast.
Duration 8 days Destinations Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, San Antonio, Houston Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Travelling Time From
- US$2,659
66 & Buddy!
4 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“Our Mountains tour was the first time I had ever did a bus tour and we were a bit concerned it wuld be too regimented...that could not have been further from the truth.”
JoycePeter, traveled in September
Rock and roll meets western heritage on this Dallas to Oklahoma City route. The Buddy Holly Center in Lubbock and Norman Petty Studio in Clovis preserve musical legends. Oklahoma's National Cowboy Museum and Stockyard's Rodeo Opry showcase western culture, with scenic drives along historic Route 66.
Duration 13 days Destinations Grapevine, Lubbock, Amarillo, Oklahoma City, Tulsa Age Range Ages 21+ Operator Travelling Time From
- US$4,082
South Dakota's Black Hills showcase premier rail-trail cycling. Routes stretch from Hot Springs to Deadwood, featuring Mount Rushmore and Crazy Horse Memorial. Lodging at historic properties complements visits to Wind Cave National Park and Spearfish Canyon's limestone cliffs.
Duration 6 days Destinations Rapid City, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Deadwood Age Range Ages 14+ Operator Bicycle Adventures From
- US$3,348
Mount Rushmore, Devils Tower, and Badlands National Park showcase Central USA's natural glory. A historic train winds through South Dakota's Black Hills, while Wind Cave's unique formations amaze visitors. Wildlife encounters in Custer State Park complement 5 nights in Keystone.
Duration 6 days Destinations Rapid City, Keystone, Badlands National Park, Wall, Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Devils Tower, Deadwood, Custer State Park Age Range Ages 6+ Operator On The Go Tours From
- US$3,455
