A frontier world of mountains and ranches, hunting and trapping rodeos and round-ups.  Wyoming is nicknamed "The Cowboy State" because for more than a century cattle raising has been the main occupation.

It still takes a rider on horseback to herd cattle, in the cowboy towns most people wear stetsons, blue jeans and boots, and stores have hitching posts for the horses.  Yellowstone, the world's first national park with it's famous geysers, hot springs, mudpots, waterfalls and mountains has enthralled travellers since 1872.  A further week is recommended touring in a car in Wyoming or driving over to South Dakota to visit Mt Rushmore or Crazy Horse Memorial and the Badlands

19-28 July 2013 Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo - The World's Largest Outdoor Rodeo & Western Celebration. Ten days and nights of heart-pounding rodeo action, thrilling big-name entertainment, the magical carnival, colourful Indian Village, and a whole lot more.

Combine your week stay at a ranch with an add on fly-drive to explore the area or rent a motorhome or motorbike from Denver, Colorado and explore Yellowstone Park. Quotes available with or without flights, car hire and hotels. Tel : 01798 865946 to speak to experienced travellers to help you decide which ranch is best for you or e mail