About This Tour
The iconic parks and monuments of the American West are vast, and seeing them on a tight schedule can be a logistical challenge. This express tour is your solution for an action-packed adventure from Rapid City. We eliminate the long drives and planning stress, guiding you directly to the highlights. Experience the awe of Mount Rushmore and more in one seamless journey.
Trip Highlights
- A fast-paced express tour of America's most iconic parks.
- Let us handle the long drives on this action-packed adventure.
- Perfect for travelers wanting to see the absolute essentials on schedule.
Itinerary
On arrival at Port Blair airport, our representative will receive and escorted to the hotel. After check-in at the hotel and little relax, we proceed to Carbyn’s Cove Beach & Cellular Jail. Evening enjoy the enthralling Light and Sound Show at Cellular Jail where the saga of the freedom struggle brought alive. Overnight stay at Port Blair.
• Corbyn's Cove Beach
The coconut-palm fringed beach, 3 kilometers away town is ideal for swimming and sun-basking. Facilities like hotel, restaurant, bar, changing room, adventure water-sports are available here. Historical remains like Japanese Bunkers can be seen on the way to this beach. The Snake Island situated just across the beach is popular for scuba diving. The Restaurant & Beer Bar run by Tourism department provides delightful cuisine at reasonable rates in a soothing ambiance on the beach.
• Light and Sound Show
The Sound and Light show in the Cellular Jail narrates the saga of the Indian freedom struggle, brought alive through sound and light effect of the brutal and barbaric atrocities piled on the freedom fighters deported to these islands and incarcerated in the small cells of this jail. This show is very popular among the tourists visiting these islands.
• Cellular Jail The Cellular jail, declared a National Memorial, is located at Port Blair which had stood as a mute witness to the most brutal and barbaric atrocities meted out to national freedom fighters, who were incarcerated in this jail. The jail, completed in the year 1906 acquired the name ‘Cellular' because it was entirely made up of individual cells for solitary confinement. It originally was a seven-block structure with three stories and a central tower acting as its fulcrum comprising of honeycomb like corridors. This jail, now a place of pilgrimage for all freedom-loving people draws everyone down memory lane to the years of freedom struggle. Jail Museum open from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon and from 1:30 pm to 4:45 pm.
After Breakfast you will be escorted to Andaman Water Sports Complex to catch a ferry which will be your mate for the entire excursion to Ross Island and North Bay.Overnight stay at Port Blair.
• North Bay
It is also called “The Gate Way to Port Blair”. This place is famous for its coral reefs, exotic verities’ of beautiful ornamental fishes and water sports activities. The breathtaking stretch of coral bed leaves you spellbound. North Bay is the foremost snorkeling point of Andaman. Apart from snorkeling and glass-bottom boat ride, scuba diving, underwater sea walk facility is also available at North Bay.
• Ross Island
It was the Capital of Port Blair during British and Japanese regime, prior to India’s Independence. It was named after Sir Daniel Ross a marine surveyor. It was nick named “The Paris of the East”. It is now under the supervision of the Indian Navy. This island is an ideal destination for nature walk amidst sylvan surroundings with deer’s, peacocks and exotic birds.
Transfer to SwarajDweep (Havelock Island) by Cruise. On arrival, our representative will receive from Havelock jetty and escort you to check-in to the selected hotel. After little relax, proceed for the world’s most renowned beaches; Radhanagar Beach. The Island also has the biggest concentration of breath-taking diving and snorkeling sites, thus acting as a paradise to marine world explorers. Overnight stay at Havelock.
• Radhanagar Beach
The Island (often just called Havelock) is one of the most beautiful and largest islands of Ritchie's Archipelago and is a placid heaven like no other. Situated 57 km north east of the South Andaman with an area of 92 Sq.Kms she offers a breathe taking trail of nature expeditions. The island is primarily populated by Bengali settlers. This picturesque Island with beautiful sandy beaches and lush green forest is also rated as the seventh most beautiful island in the world. The Island also has the biggestconcentration of breath-taking diving and snorkeling sites, thus acting as a paradise to marine world explorers.
Note: Collect the packed Breakfast from the hotel reception, if you are traveling by early morning Cruise. Ferry timings is mentioned in the tickets provided to you, please report 45 minutes prior to departure with a valid id card. Ferry operation is purely subject to Govt. clearance and weather condition. Class of travel and timings of the ferry is subject to availability at the time of confirmation.
After breakfast, day free for leisure for personal activities. (Optional Tour: Elephanta Beach @ Rs 1,200/- per head including pick up and drop from the hotel). Overnight stay at Havelock.
• Elephanta Beach
Elephanta Beach is one of the most beautiful places in Havelock Island which is famous for its clear water and variety of live corals & colorful fishes. One can do several other water sports activities like Glass Bottom, Snorkeling, Banana Ride, Sofa Ride etc.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel' keep your luggage at the reception and proceed for Kala Pathar Beach. After completion of tour, board Green Ocean Cruise / Makruzz / Sea Link and return to Port Blair. Evening free for local marketing. Overnight stay at Port Blair.
• Kalapathar Beach
It is located in one corner of the Havelock Island surrounded by thick forests and excellent for solitude seekers and guest looking to do a bit of bird photography. The emerald seas, the tropical forests on one side of the road, the Kalapathars (black rocks) that decorates the coastline, the silken smooth silver sands and the sheer solitude makes this beach a great place to relax.
Dropping to airport with memories and terrific holiday at Andaman Islands.
Included/Exclude
The Cost Includes
- Professional Driver and Guide
- Private Air-Conditioned Van
- Nightly Hotel Accommodation
- All Park Transportation
The Cost Excludes
- Flights to Rapid City
- National Park Entrance Fees
- All Daily Meals
- Driver and Guide Gratuities
Tour Plan
Accommodation is provided in comfortable and well-located tourist-class hotels, typically in the 2 to 3-star range. You can expect private rooms with en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, and Wi-Fi access. We select our partner hotels to ensure they provide a clean, safe, and restful environment after a full day of exploring the parks and monuments.
As this is an “Express” tour designed to showcase the best of the region efficiently, you should expect a fair amount of driving. Daily travel time can range from 3 to 5 hours in our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. However, this is always broken up by frequent stops for sightseeing, photo opportunities, short walks, and comfort breaks along the way.
To provide you with the most flexibility and choice, only breakfasts are typically included with your hotel stay. Lunches and dinners are not included in the tour price. We will make stops at towns and locations that have a variety of dining options, from casual cafes to local restaurants, allowing you to eat according to your own budget and preferences.
The weather in the Black Hills can be highly variable. We strongly recommend packing layers of clothing, including t-shirts, a warmer fleece or sweater, and a lightweight waterproof jacket. Comfortable, sturdy walking shoes are absolutely essential for exploring the parks. Also, be sure to bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen, as the sun can be strong.