Top Trips to the Most Remote Places in America
Ready to drop off the radar? Leave civilization for dust and join one of these TRIPS by Culture Trip or other small-group adventures, to explore the most isolated places in the USA.
The United States is home to some of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities, but given its vast size there are also many remote corners and unexplored places to discover. From wild national parks where cowboys used to roam, to the staggering beauty of unspoilt Alaska, these remote vacation destinations in the US are all worth going the distance for on an action-packed trip led by a Local Insider.
Off-road adventures in Utah and Colorado – TRIPS by Culture Trip
In search of the most remote place in America? Utah and Colorado have plenty to offer, from remote wilderness to secluded towns – and their granite mountains and red-rock deserts make for some of the country’s most spectacular landscapes. Thrill-seekers looking to discover some of the best wilderness areas in the US will be well looked after on this trip. Your eight-day vacation begins with a welcome dinner in a Denver brew pub to meet your fellow travelers, and includes hiking through the Moab canyon lands, rafting on the Colorado River and looking for black bears in Rocky Mountain National Park. It isn’t just about exploring the great outdoors, though. You’ll also visit isolated alpine towns, soak in natural hot springs, explore the craft beer scene and stop in for a cocktail at the famously spooky hotel featured in Stanley Kubrick classic ‘The Shining.’
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STARTS AT
Denver, Colorado
ENDS AT
Denver, Colorado
DURATION
8
GROUP SIZE
13
PHYSICAL RATING
Moderate
STYLE
Active
Wild salmon fishing and glacier hiking in Kenai, Alaska – by Intrepid Travel
Alaska is the American state with the most wilderness, and the Kenai Peninsula is one of the most remote places in Alaska. This long stretch of land is almost 90 percent wilderness, offering plenty of opportunities for adventure, from wild salmon fishing to hiking the Exit Glacier in Seward, and kayaking. Plus, the landscape is populated by moose, bears, orcas, humpback whales, sea lions, puffins and eagles, making it a must-visit destination for wildlife photographers. Want to explore this picturesque North American wilderness? Join Intrepid’s six-day Kenai Discovery trip, which is guided by a knowledgeable local leader. The trip begins in Anchorage with a night on the town with fellow travelers, and highlights of the week-long journey include: a day tour of the city, including Earthquake Park, Point Woronzof and the Alaska Native Heritage Center; a boat cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park; and a visit to a family-run homestead to learn about dog-sled racing.
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STARTS AT
Anchorage, Alaska
ENDS AT
Anchorage, Alaska
DURATION
6
GROUP SIZE
10
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
Tracking wolves in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks – by Intrepid Travel
Yellowstone National Park is the country’s oldest national park and one of most amazing places in America, with 35,000sqmi (90,650sqkm) of spectacular landscapes featuring alpine rivers, canyons and dense forests – and its location atop a volcanic hotspot has resulted in some of its most iconic attractions, including the Old Faithful geyser and countless hot springs. Explore Yellowstone and the nearby Grand Teton National Park on a six-day discovery trip with Intrepid, which features once-in-a-lifetime experiences such as tracking wolves through the mountains with a professional wolf tracker, and catching a glimpse of grizzly bears, wolves and herds of buffalo and elk in Yellowstone. Your local guide will have top-of-the-line binoculars and high-powered spotting scopes to hand to make sure you catch all the action. Evenings are spent unwinding in the renowned frontier town of Jackson, Wyoming, just like the cowboys of a bygone era.
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STARTS AT
Jackson, Mississippi
ENDS AT
Jackson, Mississippi
DURATION
6
GROUP SIZE
12
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
Four-wheeling through Zion National Park – by Intrepid Travel
Zion National Park is one of the most remote places in Utah, and is characterised by its steep red sandstone cliffs and the scenic Virgin River. Nearby, Bryce Canyon National Park is just as spectacular, with its crimson rock formations known as “hoodoos.” If you want to explore both of these wilderness areas in the US, book a spot on Intrepid’s Zion Ranch Stay. The four-day trip begins in Las Vegas, where you’ll meet the group and travel to a mountain ranch in Zion, which will be your base for the trip. In the following days, you’ll take a 4×4 jeep ride through otherworldly Monument Valley, enjoy a home-cooked, family-style meal at a Navajo home, and visit a secret slot canyon called Peekaboo. Get to know your fellow travelers over the evening meal at the ranch each night, with classic dishes such as ribs and corn bread, cooked in a traditional Dutch oven.
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STARTS AT
Las Vegas, Nevada
ENDS AT
Las Vegas, Nevada
DURATION
4
GROUP SIZE
12
PHYSICAL RATING
Light
STYLE
Discovery
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meet our Local Insider
Hanna
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN A GUIDE?
2 years.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT YOUR JOB?
It's the personal contact, the personal experiences. I love meeting people from all over the world... I really like getting to know everyone and feeling like I'm traveling with a group of friends.
WHAT DESTINATION IS ON YOUR TRAVEL BUCKET-LIST?
I have so many places on my list, but I would really lobe to go to Africa. I consider myself an “adventure girl” and Africa feels like the ULTIMATE adventure!
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Culture Trip launched in 2011 with a simple yet passionate mission: to inspire people to go beyond their boundaries and experience what makes a place, its people and its culture special and meaningful — and this is still in our DNA today. We are proud that, for more than a decade, millions like you have trusted our award-winning recommendations by people who deeply understand what makes certain places and communities so special.
Increasingly we believe the world needs more meaningful, real-life connections between curious travellers keen to explore the world in a more responsible way. That is why we have intensively curated a collection of premium small-group trips as an invitation to meet and connect with new, like-minded people for once-in-a-lifetime experiences in three categories: Culture Trips, Rail Trips and Private Trips. Our Trips are suitable for both solo travelers, couples and friends who want to explore the world together.
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