The recent news of REI canceling its adventure trips has left many travelers scrambling to replace their booked vacations. We understand—finding out that a long-anticipated trip has been called off is disappointing. But here’s the good news: your next adventure doesn’t have to end there!
We’re offering 10% off specific Bindlestiff Tours trips when you rebook with us.
Offer 10% discount Code is SAVEMYTOUR25 *with proof of cancelled REI booking. Excludes optional activities, Gratuities, Applicable local payments.
While the news of REI’s canceled experiences is terrible for many travelers, it also presents an opportunity to explore award- winning, independent travel companies like Bindlestiff Tours- guests affected by the closure of REI adventures can now rebook their tour here with similar itineries, dates and even some of the same guides!
We’re ready to step in and fill the void left by REI’s canceled experiences.
Now’s the perfect time to join a travel company that’s all about providing great experiences accross the USA, Western Canada and Alaska. Here are our our top picks to replace your cancelled REI tour. Provide proof of your cancelled booking and receive 10% off any of these tours now.
Southwest Highlights Tour 7 Days
Tour Description:
- Southwest highlights. Enjoy our included overnight adventure in iconic Monument Valley, experience the real Wild Wild West, immerse yourselves in the amazing Utah landscapes of Zion, Bryce, Arches and Canyonlands National Parks. Take a tour of Antelope Canyon and stare into the mysterious depths of the Grand Canyon before heading back to Fabulous Las Vegas.
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Zion National Park
- Leaving the bright lights of Las Vegas behind us for a while, we head out to Utah’s finest National Park. Massive canyon walls and red sandstone cliffs ascend toward a brilliant blue sky. Take it easy exploring the pristine Emerald pools or enjoy a river hike deep in the narrows before enjoying a BBQ back at camp this evening.
- Hotel option if booked 3 stars – La Quinta Inn or similar.
- Day 2 – Bryce National Park
- A short drive today takes us to an elevation of 8000 ft into Bryce National Park. Take a stroll along the rim and marvel at the unique sandstone spires (hoodoos) that rise dramatically from the natural amphitheater. Hike down into the hoodoos for an up close and personal experience with this fascinating landscape.
- A soak in the outdoor hot tub back at camp will ease those hiking muscles, and a night around the campfire will end this day nicely.
- Hotel option if booked 3 stars – Best Western Plus Ruby’s Inn
- Day 3-4 – Arches and Canyonlands National Parks
- Explore this stunning landscape in a guided sunset hummer tour or hang of a sandstone cliff on one of our optional canyoneering adventures! Visit Arches National Park home to over 2000 arches for a hike up to Delicate Arch. Enjoy walks in Canyonlands National Park where the Green river meets the Colorado in some of the most spectacular scenery the southwest has to offer. Swap tales of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid who used the canyons to hide from the law in the late 1800’s, visit the local town and enjoy Utah’s greatest adventure capital.
- Hotel option if booked 3 stars – Moab Valley Inn (includes breakfast). 2 nights.
- Day 5 – Monument Valley
- Headed south, we wind our way through more of USA Southwest’s spectacular scenery to one of the most iconic locations on the planet. The background for many famous western movies and home to the Navajo Indians, you are in for a real treat today. Hop on board a 4X4 jeep and enjoy an included Navajo guided tour of Monument Valley. Camp along the rim, get ready to gaze up at the amazing starry skies!
- Hotel option if booked 3 stars – Goulding’s Historic Lodge
- Day 6 – The Grand Canyon National Park South Rim, Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon
- Enjoy an optional visit to the world’s most famous slot canyon- Antelope Canyon this morning, followed by a scenic walk to view Horseshoe Bend before heading to the Grand Canyon National Park South Rim.
- Saving the best for last! After a brief visit to a Navajo trading post, we follow the mighty Colorado River through the painted desert to one of the seven natural wonders of the world! Take in a bird’s eye view on an optional helicopter ride, stroll along the rim at sunset, take a hike into the one of the deepest and most diverse canyons on earth or simply relax in one of the rim cafés and admire the view before one last cookout and campfire.
- Hotel option if booked 3 stars – Red Feather Lodge
- Day 7 – Las Vegas
- We get our kicks at Route 66 and arrive back in Sin City at approx 5pm.
5 Day- Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Park in Depth- Hotel Based
Itinerary
- Days 1 – 2 Yellowstone National Park Departs 8am Bozeman
- The crown jewel of the National Parks! The world’s first national park. A mountain wilderness, home to grizzly bears, wolves, and herds of buffalo and elk. Visit the Northern section of the park over the next 2 days – enjoy your first day exploring this huge and fascinating national park with your expert guide. Highlights include Norris Geyser Basin, Mammoth Hot Springs and more.
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An early start on day 2 will begin with a local Wolf Tracking Expert. A tour like no other- with a chance to view and track Yellowstone’s wolf packs within the park. Learn about the famous packs of Yellowstone with this full day excursion. Includes local Expert Wolf tracker, further exploration of the park in the afternoon.
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Hotel In Gardiner – 2 nights
- Days 3 & 4 Yellowstone National Park
- Over the next 2 days, explore the center and southern part of the park with your expert guide. Visit Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Pool, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and West Thumb Geyser Basin. On the afternoon of day 4 you will have the option to visit the Wolf and Grizzly Bear center for an up close and personal tour of this wildlife sanctuary and its inhabitants.
Hotel in West Yellowstone – 2 nights
- Day 5 Grand Teton National Park – ending in Jackson, WY.
- Spend today exploring Grand Teton National Park. The Grand Teton Mountain Range rises above a scene rich with abundant wildlife, pristine lakes, and spectacular mountain peaks.
Take a walk to Inspiration Point or enjoy a scenic stroll around Jenny Lake while gazing up in awe at the surrounding landscape. Have a picnic, spot and moose or even a grizzly bear and enjoy the serenity of this remarkable place. Look for moose, elk, beaver and black bears.
This tour ends in Jackson approx. 6pm drop-off. Drop at Antler Inn.
Yellowstone and Grand Tetons 4 Days
https://www.bindlestifftours.com/tours/yellowstone-and-grand-tetons-in-depth-4-days/
Itinerary
- Day 1 – Grand Tetons National Park- depart Salt Lake City 7am.
- The Grand Tetons Mountain Range rises above a scene rich with abundant wildlife, pristine lakes, and spectacular mountain peaks. Take a walk to Inspiration Point or enjoy a scenic stroll around Jenny Lake while gazing up in awe at the surrounding landscape. Walks in Grand Teton are not guided, and you have the freedom to explore as you wish at your own leisure. Have a picnic, spot and moose or even a grizzly bear and enjoy the serenity of this remarkable place.
- Camp – Grand Teton National Park.
- Day 2 – Yellowstone National Park
- The crown jewel of the National Parks! The world’s first national park. A mountain wilderness, home to grizzly bears, wolves, and herds of buffalo and elk. Visit Old Faithful and the Grand Prismatic Pool, Yellowstone Canyon, Mammoth hot springs. Explore geysers throughout both the North and South loop as you spend two days enjoying this huge and fascinating national park with your expert Guide.
- Camp – Yellowstone National Park.
- Day 3 – Yellowstone National Park
- Continue to discover Yellowstone with your guide, exploring more spectacular volcanic features. Your guide will tailor today to your group’s abilities and interests.
- Camp -Yellowstone National Park.
- Day 4 – Yellowstone National Park and Rocky Mountains
- Get up close and personal with some wildlife with a fun and educational visit to the Yellowstone Grizzly Bear and Wolf
Discovery Center this morning. This afternoon, head back to Salt Lake City for your drop-off at the Crystal Inn Hotel downtown at approx 4pm.
11 Day Grand Alaska Highlights Tour
https://www.bindlestifftours.com/tours/11-day-alaska-interior-explorer-tour/
Itinerary
- Day 1 Anchorage Alaska, Talkeetna and Denali National Park
- Welcome to ALASKA- You made it the last frontier!
- Today we set out to discover the wilderness of Alaska with a stop at the picturesque town of Talkeetna before reaching the Alaska Range, a large mountain range that stretches across Alaska for our night stop.
- Catch a glimpse of Denali en route. Denali is known as the crown jewel and highest mountain in North America reaching almost 6200 meters, 20,310 feet, visible from afar, weather permitting.
- Camp for 3 nights close to Denali NP.
- Day 2 Denali National Park
- Denali is Alaska’s showpiece. Today – we will discover the impressive nature of Denali by bus. This exclusive bus ride is offered by the national park, offering incredible wildlife viewing opportunities. During this included day trip deep into the park, enjoy photo stops and short walks amidst the rugged and untouched nature of Denali before heading back to camp to relax this evening around the campfire.
- Day 3 Denali National Park and surrounding areas
- Today you have the option of some free time with activities or hiking! Your guide will help you plan today. There is a great deal of wildlife, such as black bears, brown bears, beavers, bald eagles, foxes and a variety of song birds.
- The surrounding area is ideal for hiking around Denali National Park With a bit of luck, you’ll see grizzlies, the natural symbol of the subarctic, and for many a highlight of the trip.
- Day 4 Maclaren River Lodge
- Today we drive the famous Denali Highway to the Maclaren River Lodge. Surrounded by alpine landscape, this wilderness resort is truly off the beaten track and offers a fabulous taste of Alaskan hospitality.
- This evening, we enjoy our evening overlooking the beautiful Maclaren River – soaking in the pristine sites of the Alaska Range. An included dinner at the lodge is provided with warm Alaskan charm.1 night – lodge 3 person bunk rooms.
- Day 5 Valdez
- Today we continue our adventure across the Denali Highway and head south through the Thompson Pass – admiring the waterfalls that make this region so beautiful. It is also the “ice climbing” capital of Alaska – a true adventurer’s paradise.
- Enjoy a mid-afternoon hike to the Worthington Glacier, before arriving in Valdez. Set up camp, explore this cute Alaska port side town, and settle in for the evening for a camp dinner and campfire.2 nights – camping
- Day 6 Valdez and Shoup Glacier kayak excursion
- This included kayaking tour offers an intimate experience at one of Alaska’s beautiful marine state parks. Climb aboard a motorboat for a water taxi ride to Shoup Bay, where we will begin this scenic journey. Over the course of the day we will paddle up a fjord that has been revealed by a retreating glacier, past a nesting colony of black-legged kittiwakes, along a lush, waterfall-laden coastline, and up towards the face of the glacier. Enjoy a short walk on the beach and a lunch spot with a marvelous glacier view. At the end of the paddle, we will be picked up by the motorboat for the ride back to Valdez. This evening, enjoy a meal out – self pay at a local Valdez favorite!
- Day 7 Wrangell St. Elias National Park
- We depart Valdez early this morning, for the “infamous” McCarthy Highway drive – which takes us through stunning Alaska landscapes Wrangell St. Elias National Park – The United States largest National Park and Preserve.
- Wrangell-St. Elias National Park is known for its glaciers and mining history. Camp inside the park for 3 nights opposite the small access village of McCarthy.This evening we enjoy the quaint town of town of McCarthy for dinner – self paid.
Camp for 3 nights along the Kennicott River.
*Please note that this campsite is a backcountry camp amidst stunning scenery with limited facilities.
- Day 8 Wrangell St. Elias National Park
- Today we enjoy some hiking/activities in the Wrangell Range!
- From McCarthy, take an optional visit to the old copper mining town of Kennicott or walk along the Kennicott and Root glaciers. For a more challenging walk, opt for a visit to the Bonanza Mine.
- Day 9 Wrangell St. Elias National Park
- Take a flight today with beautiful views of the glaciers, or if you prefer to keep two feet on the ground, sign up for some ice climbing. Activities paid/booked with your guide.
- Day 10 Majestic Valley Wilderness Lodge Glenn Highway
- Today we drive the beautiful Glenn Highway towards Glacier View for our night stop. The Majestic Valley Wilderness Lodge offers fantastic views of the surrounding mountains in the Alaskan wild. Hike on many of the numerous trails in the Tahneeta pass right from your doorstep, or sit on the covered porch sipping a glass of wine while taking in the view.
- We arrive at our lodge late afternoon – and enjoy an included farewell meal and a soak in the outdoor hot tub!1 night – lodge twin share.
- Day 11 Anchorage
- Enjoy a lazy morning and breakfast at the lodge before heading back to Anchorage. Arriving midday, explore the trails and sights of Anchorage with your expert guide.
- This tour ends at approx 5pm.
- Thank you – we hope you had the best Alaskan Adventure with Bindlestiff Tours!
- Wanting more? See our 4 day Seward Kenai Peninsula camping tour add on, click HERE for more information.