South Dakota - the "Mount Rushmore State," located in the heart of America's western frontier. Here you'll discover a world of unusual landscapes, colourful history, American Indian culture, outdoor adventure, and old-fashioned hospitality. For a holiday to South Dakota, the possibilities are endless.

Experience a picturesque, untouched outdoor paradise. Explore back country mountains, spacious lakes and thick woodlands. South Dakota's famous Black Hills are home to parks, forests, monuments and memorials, as well as one of the nation's largest state parks.

Native Americans such as the Arikara, Mandan and the tribes of the Great Sioux Nation were among the first inhabitants of these lands. According to many accounts, white men first entered South Dakota in 1743 when the Verendrye brothers claimed the region for France. Fur traders soon followed. In 1804 explorers Meriwether Lewis and William Clark made their famous trek up the Missouri River.

Call Bon Voyage on (0800) 316 3012 to include Mount Rushmore, South Dakota, in your tailor-made holiday to North America.

Beautiful Badlands & Picture-Perfect National Parks

Drive through the incredible Rocky Mountain region of America, from North to South Dakota, Montana and Wyoming and discover jaw-dropping scenery and sights

The Great American West - Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, North & South Dakota

There are holidays and there are adventures. This 21-night journey through Idaho, Montana, Wyoming and the Dakotas is pure adventure.

Rocky Mountain Adventure

Discover the true spirit of adventure on this wonderful exploration of the Rockies and the wild frontier states of Colorado, Wyoming and South Dakota.

The Rocky Mountain States - America's Natural Wonders

Experience America's Majestic Mountain Country with this tour of the natural wonders, some of the most iconic and famous landscapes in the country including the Rocky Mountain National Park.

Wild West Cowboys and Buffalos - A Trafalgar Escorted Tour

Stetsons, saddles and spectacular Mount Rushmore - this Wild West family adventure, perfect for all the family, takes in the frontier town of Jackson, the Grand Tetons and Yellowstone National Park.

Pre-Planned Motorhome Holiday to Colorado, South Dakota and Wyoming

Awesome scenery around every bend awaits you on this 17 night pre-planned motorhome holiday through Colorado, South Dakota and Wyoming.

South Dakota - Powwows, Prairies and Pioneers

Rolling prairies, Black Hills and Badlands - plus a few iconic monuments - that's just scratching the surface of South Dakota!

Big Faces & Wide Open Places - Road Trip through South Dakota & Wyoming

Start in Denver, then head for South Dakota and Wyoming, where history comes to life...

Badlands National Park

“ A moonscape on earth” describes the immense beauty of the Badlands, just over an hour’s drive from Rapid City

Crazy Horse National Monument

A 45 minute drive from Rapid City and a 15 minute drive from Custer is where the creation of the world’s largest sculpture begun

Mount Rushmore

A short half hour’s drive from Rapid City is the Mount Rushmore National Memorial, a monumental dedication to the hopes

Jewell Cave National Park

53 miles southwest of Rapid City is the fascinating Jewel Cave National Monument. The names derived from it’s interior-a myriad of

The Historic Bullock Hotel, Deadwood

The Historic Bullock Hotel in Deadwood, South Dakota was built by Seth Bullock between 1894 and 1896. Bullock had been sheriff in Lewis and Clark County, Montana before his arrival in Deadwood where he moved the hardware store he...

Where you stay is the heart of your holiday. Location reigns supreme but do you prefer resort facilities or unique and boutique? Historic and old world or modern and shiny?

We aim to present choices across the spectrum but there are many hundreds of places to stay and not room to feature them all. Do speak to your Bon Voyage travel consultant and click the video for our take on this important topic.

The Lodge at Deadwood

This scenic year-around resort stands in a hilltop meadow off the shoulder of historic Mount Roosevelt. Just outside your door is a million-acre playground for hiking, mountain biking, motorcycling, skiing and snowmobiling.

Summer Creek Inn

Set amongst pine trees in the Black Hills region, and only 22 miles from iconic Mount Rushmore, this charming inn offers gourmet breakfasts and cosy in-room fireplaces.

South Dakota Holidays