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Stays at sought-after inside-the-national-park accommodations in Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks

Rafting adventure along the Snake River, surrounded by the spectacular scenery of the Tetons

Visit to the Mormon Row Historic District inside Grand Teton National Park

Extensive exploration inside the world's first national park, Yellowstone National Park

Visits to the Crazy Horse Memorial and Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Guests should be able to easily walk one to two miles, which may include climbing one or two flights of stairs and walking over uneven pavement, groomed hiking trails or cobblestones. Standing up to one hour or more may be required.

Often robust – may include long days, active sightseeing, early starts, evening activities, significant travel times.

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The soul of the American West... Naturally inspiring, the landscapes of the American West challenge the imagination with jaw-dropping canyons, gurgling mud pots, geysers, and wide-open spaces... while towering mountains are a study in contrast, harboring wildlife and man-made wonders. 

A day at ta guest ranch, a taste of the cowboy life at a working wyoming ranch.

Make your way through Wyoming's breathtaking Bighorn Mountains to an authentic (and fun) western ranch experience at TA Guest Ranch in Buffalo. Homesteaded in 1884, the ranch was once the site of a shootout during the infamous Johnson County War that pitched cowboy against cowboy in these parts in 1892 – you can still see some of the old bullet holes! But today's visit will be a peaceful one… where you can choose to meet a horse whisperer, learn roping techniques from real cowboys, ride in a horse-drawn wagon, or saddle up for a horseback ride... and enjoy a private lunch on the ranch.

A night at the rodeo

Attend the exciting cody nite rodeo (seasonal, june – august).

Way out here in Wyoming, nothing promises more real Western fun than an honest-to-goodness rodeo... especially in a town named for the legendary Wild West showman, "Buffalo Bill" Cody, and often called the "Rodeo Capital of the World." Established in 1938 and operating June through August, the Cody Nite Rodeo is the world's longest-running nightly rodeo. Get set for an evening filled with bull riding, saddle bronco riding, team roping, barrel racing, rodeo clowns, and a "calf scramble" for kids 12 and under.

Old Faithful Inn

Stay in a classic national historic landmark in yellowstone national park.

One of the largest log structures in the world, Old Faithful Inn was designated a National Historic Landmark. Built in 1904 of native lodgepole pine – and the epitome of the "National Park Rustic" architectural style – it is set within walking distance of Old Faithful Geyser, just one of Yellowstone's many natural wonders... including geysers, fumaroles and boiling hot springs.

This relatively untamed territory makes you proud of those who had the foresight to set aside the space for National Parks.

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Beginning in May 2025, some state IDs will no longer permit you to board a domestic flight. Currently, some states are compliant, some have received extensions, and some are not compliant.  Click here  to see the status of your state. If your state license is not compliant, you can use a passport in lieu of a valid state ID. 

Please Note:  The federal government has extended the deadline to May 7, 2025 for domestic airline passengers to secure a Real ID driver's license for use as identification at the airport. Travelers without a verified license or ID card will also have the option of showing other identity documents, such as a passport or military ID to board a plane.

If you are a citizen of another country traveling internationally,   you should contact an embassy or consulate of the U.S. to determine what travel documentation is necessary. You may also log on to the U.S. State Department's Internet site by clicking  here.

If you are traveling by air to join and/or depart from this tour within the U.S., please read the section entitled Airline Security Measures under Additional Information to determine what travel documentation is required.

If you are a citizen of the U.S. or Canada who travels frequently between the two countries, you may benefit from the NEXUS program, which is a joint initiative between the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency and the Canada Border Services Agency that allows pre-screened and approved travelers faster processing at designated highway lanes in high-volume border crossing locations, at a NEXUS kiosk at several airports, and at certain marine reporting locations in the Great Lakes and Seattle regions. For further information, you may log on to the Nexus Internet website by clicking here . Please note that longer stays abroad for any purpose may require additional travel documentation.

We recommend that you make at least two photocopies of all the travel documents that you bring with you. Include copies of the photo page of your passport that contains the date of issuance, the date of expiration and your citizenship. Secure one set of copies in the safe in your room while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen.

To facilitate Travel Requirements, destinations are increasingly utilizing online forms that require digital proof that you've successfully completed your submission (via an email, QR code, etc.) To ensure smooth travels and peace of mind, we strongly recommend all guests carry a personal smart phone and sign up for international data plans before traveling overseas.

Note: For activities marked with an asterisk (*) in day-by-day descriptions, participation is at your own risk; a signed liability waiver will be required.

TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN AS A GUARDIAN: If you are traveling as the guardian of a child/children, we strongly suggest that you carry a letter from both parents of the child authorizing emergency treatment in the event of illness or accident. For travel abroad, many foreign countries have specific entry requirements for children under 21 who are traveling internationally without BOTH parents. (These requirements are in response to the increased incidence of children being abducted and taken abroad.) PLEASE NOTE THAT TAUCK IS NOT RESPONSIBLE for the disruption of travel caused by improper documentation for children traveling without both parents.

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See your travel advisor, or call Tauck at 800-468-2825 to make a reservation.

At the time of booking, please have the following information ready for all members of your party:

• Tour Name and Departure Date
• Traveler's Name: First and last names as they appear on your passport or driver's license
• Traveler's Address(es)
• Email Address*
• Traveler's Phone Number(s)*
• Emergency Contact Information: Please provide the name and phone number  of a relative or friend (not travelling with you) whom we could contact during the tour in the unlikely event of an emergency
• Interest in purchasing a travel protection plan (US and Canada)
• Interest in extending your trip by staying in a Tauck recommended hotel before your trip begins or after it ends
• Interest in our specially negotiated airfares

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Deposit & Final Payment

The deposit and the fees for the optional Protection Plan or Cancel Fee Waiver [CFW] coverage are due at time of booking.

The deposit amount is $350 per person

Final Payment:

Final Payment is due to Tauck 60 days before departure for lands trips, and 120 days before departure for cruises and rail journeys. If your deposit was made by credit card, final payment will be automatic unless you opted out at time of booking. Bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice. Failure to make payment will be a considered a cancellation by the guest and all applicable cancellation fees will apply.

Travel Protection Plan

Effective for plans purchased as of July 1, 2021:

Cancellation Waiver – Provided by Tauck:

Under Tauck's Cancellation Fee Waiver you can cancel your tour for ANY REASON up to the day before departure and receive a money-back refund (except in Extreme Circumstances*) on the land tour cost, based on your original method of payment.

*Extreme Circumstances:  In the event of an act of God, war (whether declared or undeclared), terrorism, accident, natural disaster, outbreak of disease, or other event or circumstance beyond our control that contributes to or results in cancellation rates above our historical cancellation rates in the absence of such event or occurrence, Tauck reserves the right to issue a credit to you in lieu of a money-back refund, applicable to a future Tauck journey.

Travel Insurance Benefits – Underwritten by United States Fire Insurance Company.

• Trip Cancellation –  If you must cancel your tour due to a covered reason, the plan provides coverage for the amount you paid for your travel arrangements. Since the non-insurance cancellation waiver takes care of the land package cancellation fees already, this benefit reimburses the airfare cancellation charges up to the value of your original airfare purchase.
• Trip Interruption –  If you have to interrupt your tour for covered reasons, the plan provides reimbursement for up to $5,000 to catch up to your tour or return home.
• Travel Delay –  Provides reimbursement for missed, prepaid travel arrangements if you are delayed by a common carrier, natural disaster, unannounced strike, or other reasons as cited in the plan.
• Medical Expense –  Reimburses covered medical expenses incurred in the event you become injured or sick during your trip. 
• Baggage / Personal Effects Protection –  Provides reimbursement in the event your luggage or personal effects are, lost, stolen, damaged or delayed during your trip.

Worldwide Emergency Assistance Services –  Provided by Carefree Travel Assistance; 24-hour emergency telephone assistance hotline for medical and travel related problems.

The cost of Tauck's Guest Protection is: $349  per person

This protection provides insurance coverage that applies only during the covered trip. You may have coverage from other sources that provides you with similar benefits but may be subject to different restrictions depending upon your other coverages. You may wish to compare the terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home and automobile policies. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer, insurance agent or broker.

This optional Guest Protection must be requested at time of booking and fee must be included with initial payment. Fees are based on costs as of July 1, 2021, and are subject to change. Details will be provided with written confirmation of your tour reservation. Guest Protection does not protect travel agent commissions. Reimbursements will be made according to original method of payment. The amount of any refund shall be reduced by any recoveries obtained by you from any third parties.

The Guest Protection plan waives cancellation fees outlined below, provided we are notified of cancellation before your tour departs. Tour cancellation fees are waived regardless of reason, without written notice, and Tauck will refund land tour cost.

To obtain your state-specific Certificate of Insurance that contains the complete terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions of the certificate, visit  affinitytravelcert.com/docs/TACGPPDOM .

If You Have To Cancel

If you cancel within 10 days of initial deposit Within the first 10 days after you place your initial deposit, you may cancel your reservation for any reason with no cancellation fees. If you cancel more than 10 days after initial deposit Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed bookings. These fees vary from tour to tour. Therefore, the following fees apply.

Cancellation Fees with Tauck's Guest Protection Plan:

Loss of Guest Protection fee, per person

Cancellation Fees without Tauck's Guest Protection Plan :

60 days or more before departure = $350 per person

59-8 days before departure = $600 per person

7-1 days before departure = $900 per person

Time of cancellation  will be when notice is received in our Wilton Woods, CT office.

In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control,  Tauck reserves the right to amend the cancellation terms outlined herein.

Note:  All Guests, regardless of residency, who book a Tauck journey have the option of purchasing the Cancellation Fee Waiver provided by Tauck in the event they need to cancel their trip after making their reservations. Tauck's Guest Protection, which includes both the Cancellation Fee Waiver and the Travel Insurance Benefits and Assistance Services described above, is not available to residents of Puerto Rico.

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Travel Requirements For This Tour

Air Information and Luggage Restrictions

AIRFARE: Airfare to and from this destination is not included in the journey cost. If purchasing your air elsewhere, it is very important to provide us with your confirmed arriving and departing flight information no later than 3 weeks before your arrival date. Flight information can be submitted to Tauck (or verified, if you've already provided it) in the My Account section of Tauck.com.

TAUCK AIRPORT TRANSFERS are included at the start and end of the journey between the airport and the Tauck hotel. Airport transfers are available for any pre tour or post tour hotel stays immediately consecutive to the tour, providing flight information is received in the Tauck office no later than three weeks in advance. Details on locating your transfer upon arrival to the tour start city will be included in your final documents.

AIRLINES and CHECKED LUGGAGE: Due to space limitations during your Tauck journey, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one average-size suitcase per person. Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and are free to revise luggage policies without notice. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies. PLEASE NOTE that if you are booked on a tour that includes on-tour flights, the checked luggage weight restrictions for these flights may be lower than the weight restrictions for your international flights.

Checked Luggage – General

Due to space restrictions, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one suitcase per person weighing no more than 50 pounds (23 kg) and with overall dimensions (length + width + height) not exceeding 62 inches (158 cm).

Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and luggage exceeding airline standards for size or weight may result in expensive overage fees or other consequences.

Airlines are free to revise luggage policies without notice, and certain airlines have different baggage allowances for different classes of service. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies.

Tauck luggage tags will be provided by your Tauck Director on Day 1 of your itinerary. Please do not attach a Tauck luggage tag to any carry-on items, as the Tauck tags designate luggage that is to be handled and transferred by ground operators and hotel staff during your journey.

Carry-on Luggage - General

Although oversize bags and wheeled, carry-on luggage are popular for airline travel, they are often not convenient or appropriate for motor coach travel or for many on-tour flights. Most modern sightseeing motor coaches offer limited space for numerous or larger items. Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc.

For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and that you bring only those items you need handy during the day such as make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or on the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel.

Health, Safety and Mobility

HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS

Please check with your health insurance provider to determine whether you are covered while traveling. If you will not be covered under your current policy, we strongly suggest that you arrange for adequate coverage while on tour.

If you have a medical condition that might limit your participation in activities, please consult your physician for pre-departure health advice and notify Tauck as soon as possible, if you have not already done so. We will advise your Tauck Director accordingly.

VACCINATIONS

If you are a resident of another country traveling to or within the U.S., we suggest that contact your physician, the public health service in your area, or the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to obtain information regarding vaccinations and medications for vaccine-preventable diseases and other diseases for which you might be at risk when you reach your destination in the U.S. The Travelers' Health Section of the CDC operates a 24-hour "Travelers' Health Hotline" at 800-232-4636 (toll-free in the U.S.). You may also log on to the CDC website by clicking here.

To enjoy this tour, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances, often over unpaved and uneven surfaces. Some of the most memorable sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot. The amount of walking you do, however, is at your discretion.

Some of the excursions on this tour are:

• Whitewater rafting on the Snake River, the journey is roughly 2 hours and requires stepping in and out of an inflatable raft
• Guided horseback riding on a working cattle ranch, guests are required to show ability to mount/unmount and for safety reasons, a weight restriction of 225 pounds is in place. 

There are no elevators at The Ranch at Ucross or at the Holiday Inn® Cody at Buffalo Bill Village, and while none of the planned activities are especially strenuous or difficult, we urge caution when engaging in activities at high elevations. If you have a heart condition or lung ailment, please consult your physician before you book your trip.

PLEASE NOTE: We regret that we're unable to provide individual assistance to guests with walking difficulties or other personal needs. The responsibility of the Tauck Director who accompanies your trip is to ensure that the larger group enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing individual assistance to any one guest. Guests requiring such individualized assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion who can provide it. While drinking water is generally safe at all our hotels, bottled water will be available wherever the local water is not fit to drink. We also provide bottled water on the motor coaches.

The Jackson Lake Lodge, Old Faithful Inn and Lake Yellowstone Hotel are all non-smoking hotels and a very large fine will be assessed if it is determined that anyone has smoked while on property.

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUESTS

The restaurants, hotels, caterers and numerous other partners we work with all do their best to accommodate special dietary requests from Tauck guests. However, given the diverse nature of those food providers (from small wineries to grand hotels to world-famous restaurants in more than 70 countries worldwide), some of our partners are better able than others to accommodate such requests. We therefore cannot guarantee that all dietary requests can be accommodated at every meal. Also, please note that where dietary requests can be accommodated, choices will frequently be limited.

Reading List

We have compiled a reading list of recommended books to give you more information about the destinations you will be traveling to on your upcoming journey! You can view the reading list  here .

The high temperatures in the summer months average 70 to 90°F (21 to 32°C) and the lows average 40 to 60°F (4 to 16°C). The overnight temperatures can drop to the freezing point even during the summer at the highest elevations. Rainfall is light to moderate throughout the region. Salt Lake City receives the least amount of rain with an average of less than 1 in (25 mm) per month during summer; Jackson averages 1.5 in (38 mm) and Rapid City averages 2.5 in (63 mm.)

To read about current weather conditions, we suggest you log on to the Internet website, noaa.gov , by clicking here.

What To Pack

Bringing the right clothing for your trip is important – we've partnered with Necessary Gear who provide an "easy-to-use, one-stop shop" for your Tauck travel needs, specifically selected for this trip. Click here to visit their site .

Your journey is designed with leisure in mind. Dress for comfort and convenience with a wardrobe that is adaptable and allows for layering. Generally, during the day, casual, comfortable, cotton clothing is recommended. Cool weather at higher elevations or at night will require warmer, layered clothing. For the welcome and farewell receptions, casual resort wear is appropriate; formal wear is never required.

All of our hotels offer valet laundry service for a fee except for the Old Faithful Inn, Lake Yellowstone Hotel and The Ranch at Ucross.

We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through your entire journey, together with a copy of your doctor's prescription or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you, a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed.

The national park lodges do not have televisions or Internet hook-ups, so bring along a good book to read!

Following is a list of recommended items to pack for your journey to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks:

• Comfortable walking shoes (VERY IMPORTANT)
• Casual daytime wear – shorts, slacks, long and short-sleeved shirts
• Long pants or jeans (long pants and closed-toed shoes are required for the horseback riding)
• Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat
• A light sweater or jacket for higher elevations or a breezy night
• Reusable water bottle
• Insect repellent
• Camera, lenses, batteries, memory cards and chargers
• Lightweight, comfortable, sturdy walking shoes that have already been broken-in
• Travel alarm clock/cell phone with alarm functions (many hotels do not have clocks in the rooms
• Rain poncho and collapsible umbrella
• Reusable zipper-lock bags or other waterproof bags
• Daypack for camera equipment
• Sundries and toiletries that may be difficult to find en route
• A book or e-reader to read in the evening, or downloaded podcasts or video programs to watch during your free time.
• Copies of your travel documents that should be secured in the safe in your hotel room while traveling

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7 Day Active Hiking Tour from Wyoming to Montana

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6 Breakfasts, 1 Welcome Reception, 1 Be My Guest, 1 Lunch, 1 Farewell Dinner

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On this small-van group tour with maximum 17 travelers experience the best of Big Sky Country adventuring in Grand Teton and Glacier National Parks, hiking past Yellowstone's geysers, and picnicking on the banks of placid lakes. This off-the-beaten-path journey combines our one-of-a-kind experiences, access to more exclusive locations, overnights at boutique hotels.

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Madison Buffalo Jump

See Chapel of Transfiguration & Mormon Row

View  Jenny lake, Jackson Hole Valley, Old Faithful, Flathead Lake, and St. Mary's Lake

Hike Inspiration Point, Grand Prismatic Overlook Trail and Midway Geyser Basin

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Grand Teton & Yellowstone Explorer

From a land built on fire, earthquakes, and other extreme geological forces, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks are comprised of two unique ecosystems. Peaks that soar to 14,000 feet, broad valleys teeming with wildlife, glaciers, thermal features, and barren landscapes still recovering from the ravages of volcanic eruptions and forest fires are awaiting you.

Spend six exciting days exploring and learning about the unique geological and ecological history that continues to shape this region, how it came into existence, and about the plants and animals that call this wilderness home. Your adventure awaits!

Tour Highlights:

• Jackson Hole
• Grand Teton National Park
• Jenny Lake boat tour
• Yellowstone National Park
• West Thumb Geyser Basin
• Grand Prismatic Spring
• Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
• Old Faithful
• Mammoth Hot Springs
• Lamar Valley
• Beartooth Highway

Inclusions:

• Services of a Southwest Adventure Tours tour director – a professional tour guide
• Comfortable transportation
• 7 nights hotel accommodations
• 7 breakfasts
• 1 dinner – day may change, guide will let you know
• Fee for Jenny Lake boat tour
• Park entrance fees
• Gratuities for included meals and activities
• Applicable taxes and fees

Daily Breakdown:

• Day 1: Arrive Salt Lake City, UT
• Day 2: Salt Lake City to Jackson, WY
• Day 3: Grand Teton National Park
• Day 4: Jackson Hole to West Yellowstone, MT via Yellowstone National Park
• Day 5: Northern Loop of Yellowstone National Park
• Day 6: More of Yellowstone National Park
• Day 7: West Yellowstone to Salt Lake City, UT
• Day 8: Travel home

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Upon arrival to the airport and picking up your luggage, please use an Uber, taxi or airport shuttle to get you to the hotel on your own:

Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown 345 West 100 South, Salt Lake City, UT Phone: (385) 290-6500

You can arrive at any time today. When you get to the hotel, just give your name to the front desk and you will be checked into your hotel room for the evening. Once you settle in, feel free to explore Salt Lake City. There is a document attached to the Vamoos App that will give you some information about what to see and do while in the area!

This morning your guide will pick you up at the hotel at 7:00 AM and you will depart for Jackson, WY . Learn about the unique geology and history of Northern Utah, Southeastern Idaho and Western Wyoming on the way to Jackson. Explore the Gros Ventre Slide area, the Jackson Hole Valley and the historic town of Jackson. Dinner tonight will be on your own. There are several fantastic local restaurants in Jackson.

Elk Country Inn, Jackson, WY | Meals: B, L

Today you will enter Grand Teton National Park and start your day with wildlife viewing and photography opportunities at Schwabacher Landing and Mormon Row. Arrive at Jenny Lake for a boat ride across the lake and an unguided hike to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point. Guided hiking is not permitted in Grand Teton National Park. Next head north to Jackson Lake and Colter Bay for an afternoon of more hiking and wildlife watching. Return to Jackson for the evening and enjoy a group dinner at a local restaurant.

Elk Country Inn, Jackson, WY | Meals: B, L, D

Drive north through Grand Teton NP to Yellowstone NP and explore the West Thumb Geyser Basin, Yellowstone Lake, Hayden Valley and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone . You will then travel over Dunraven Pass and make your way to the Lamar Valley for evening wildlife viewing. Continue along the Scenic Beartooth Hwy to the wonderful small town of Cooke City for the night.

Kelly Inn or similar, West Yellowstone, ID | Meals: B, L

This morning you will return to the Lamar Valley for morning wildlife viewing. You will then travel to visit Mammoth Hot Springs and the Norris Geyser Basin for hiking and exploring before traveling through the Madison River Valley to West Yellowstone. Enjoy a free evening to explore this western town.

Today you will explore the main geothermal area of Yellowstone NP. You will explore the West Thumb Geyser Basin , Old Faithful , as well as the Old Faithful Lodge. Afterwards continue your way to Madison Junction with stops at Black Sand Basin , Grand Prismatic Spring , Firehole Geyser Basin , and other geothermic areas. There will also be some great hikes and multiple opportunities to enjoy watching the wildlife within the park.

This morning will be spent exploring just outside of Yellowstone NP in Island Park with stops at Big Springs and Mesa Falls . Continue south through the potato fields of Idaho, the Bear River Bird Refuge and then along the shore of the Great Salt Lake with optional stops at Bear River Bird Refuge or Antelope Island time permitting. You will return to Salt Lake City by 6:00 PM.

Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown (or similar), Salt Lake City, UT | Meals: B, L

This morning, if time allows you are free to explore Salt Lake City. When the time comes, you will transfer to the Salt Lake City Airport on your own to catch your flight home.

Tour Details:

Not included:.

• Items of a personal nature (alcohol, room service, etc.)
• Meals (other than listed in the itinerary)
• Optional activities
• Airport transfers
• Gratuities for the tour director

Arrival / Departure Info:

• Arrival Location: Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
• Arrival Time: Any time on Day 1
• Departure Location: Salt Lake City Airport (SLC)
• Departure Time: Any time after 8:30 PM on Day 7 or Day 8

Physical Requirements:

Clients should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain for an average of 1 to 3 miles at a time. Elevation gain and loss averages between 50 to 300 ft throughout the areas visited during this tour. Touring and overnight locations are above 6000 to 8000 ft above sea level

Itinerary Variations:

Times listed are approximate and may change. Tours are usually planned months or even a year or more in advance. Between planning time and operation, we constantly strive to improve each itinerary and add to your convenience and enjoyment. However, should improvements be made and/or unforeseen conditions beyond our control deem change necessary; we reserve the right to do so.  This may result in varying itineraries and substitute facilities or attractions of equivalent or better value. In the event of national or local holidays, certain listed features i.e. e. museums, attractions, etc., may be affected or unavailable. If cancellation of a scheduled activity is encountered, we will endeavor to provide a suitable substitute if at all possible.

Off Season (9/16-5/31) -

• $3,599.00 USD Per Person Single Occupancy 
• $3,199.00 USD Per Person Double Occupancy
• $2,999.00 USD Per Person Triple Occupancy 
• $2,899.00 USD Per Person Quad Occupancy

Peak Season (6/1-9/15) - 

• $3,899.00 USD Per Person Single Occupancy 
• $3,499.00 USD Per Person Double Occupancy
• $3,299.00 USD Per Person Triple Occupancy 
• $3,199.00 USD Per Person Quad Occupancy

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Day Tours From Salt Lake City

Since your tour begins and ends in Salt Lake City, why not spend one or two more days and go on one of our day tours? We have multiple options to explore this unique metropolitan area. Options include a trip out to the Great Salt Lake and Antelope Island where you can experience a unique biosphere and body of water that impacts millions of people and is essential to the habitat for thousands of species of animals and birds. Or enjoy exploring downtown Salt Lake City with a historic walking tour or driving tour. You will have the opportunity to learn about the settling of the region, the mixture of different cultures and religions that call Salt Lake Home, and the beautiful and eclectic combination of architecture and history that continues to influence this area even today.

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The 16 best yellowstone national park tours.

Make the most of your trip to the oldest U.S. national park with these guided excursions.

The Best Yellowstone National Park Tours

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Yellowstone's boundless beauty is best seen with the help of a guide.

Note: Some tour providers on this list may be running more limited operations due to COVID-19 or may impose testing or vaccine requirements. Check with your tour operator about availability before you book.

Home to more than 2.2 million acres, hundreds of geysers and waterfalls, as well as Yellowstone Lake – the largest high-altitude lake in North America – Yellowstone National Park is a bucket list vacation destination for many travelers. For help planning an unforgettable visit to America's oldest national park, consider a guided tour. In addition to in-the-know locals, these tours also provide hassle-free transportation from nearby cities like Jackson Hole, Wyoming . With the help of traveler and expert input, U.S. News determined that the following tours offer the best ways to take in all that the park has to offer. All of these top-rated excursions feature skillful guides who are eager to share their knowledge of the park's unique geologic features and wildlife.

Note: Because of weather and other factors, the park's roads are not accessible all year, and its entrances in Wyoming and Montana have differing seasonal opening and closing dates, so plan your visit accordingly. Additionally, tour companies' prices typically do not include the park's approximately $20 entry fee for each visitor 16 and older.

BrushBuck Wildlife Tours – Yellowstone Old Faithful, Waterfalls and Wildlife Day Tour

Take a day to observe Yellowstone's scenery and wildlife on this tour. After passing through Grand Teton National Park , buses proceed to highlights of Yellowstone National Park, such as Old Faithful , Yellowstone Lake , the Upper and Lower Falls, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and numerous geyser basins. Throughout the journey, guides provide commentary on the area's history, flora and fauna, which travelers typically find very insightful. Fees start at $299 per person (with a minimum of two participants), which includes use of binoculars and spotting scopes, as well as a picnic lunch. (Prices do not include the park's entry fee.) Buses depart Jackson Hole daily from April through November starting at 6 a.m. and return about 12 hours later. Note: Tour-takers must be at least 6 years old. Private outings, as well as multiday tours are also available.

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Teton Floats – Yellowstone Lower Loop Tour

See many of Yellowstone's top thermal attractions on this small-group outing, which also travels through Grand Teton National Park. Marvel at the famously reliable Old Faithful, which erupts every 90 minutes, as well as geysers such as Beehive, Castle, Daisy, Grand and Sawmill. Other highlights include Fountain Paint Pot – a hydrothermal feature known as a mud pot, which is less watery than a geyser – as well the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and the Grand Prismatic Spring . In addition to enthusing about the scenery and wildlife, tour takers frequently praise the guides for their valuable information and entertaining stories. Pickups from lodging in Jackson and Teton Village occur between 6:30 and 7:30 a.m., and buses return to the starting point between 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. Tours happen daily from May to mid-October. Prices start at $299 per person, which includes transportation, use of binoculars, snacks and a picnic lunch (but not the park's entry fee). Groups are limited to eight people, all of whom must be at least 4 years old. The company also operates tours in Grand Teton National Park, in addition to fly-fishing trips.

Scenic Safaris – Yellowstone Snowmobile Tour (Old Faithful)

While certain parts of the park may be inaccessible by conventional four-wheeled vehicles in winter, that doesn't mean there aren't adventures to be had. This 45-mile snowmobile tour beside the Yellowstone River takes riders past points of interest, such as Moose Falls, Lewis Canyon and West Thumb Geyser Basin, to Old Faithful. Rides are offered daily from mid-December to mid-March, a period when some of the park's larger animals move down to its lower valleys. Trip-goers generally find snowmobiling in the park a memorable experience, one enhanced by the helpful, informed guides' commentary. Jackson Hole-based Scenic Safaris picks up tour-takers in the area between 6 and 7:30 a.m. and returns them to their lodgings between 6 and 7 p.m. Prices vary over the course of the season but are usually around $340 for drivers (16 and older), $210 for passengers 13 and older and $190 for passengers 8 to 12. (Note: 8 is the minimum age to participate). In addition to use of a snowmobile, prices include use of a helmet and snowsuit as well as breakfast and lunch. Groups are limited to 12 participants and a total of nine snowmobiles. If you're interested in a private tour, fees start at $2,500.

Yellowstone Adventure Tours – The Best of Yellowstone

Visit the best-known Yellowstone spots – including Old Faithful and the Upper and Lower Falls – but also several lesser-known geysers, hot springs, waterfalls and wildlife viewing areas on this private excursion. Trip-takers consistently praise the enthusiastic, personable guides' commentary about the park's remarkable landscape and wildlife. Tours cost $1,450 for two people, $1,550 for three riders and $1,650 for groups of up to seven people. Prices include pickups from locations in Bozeman, Big Sky, Gardiner and West Yellowstone, Montana, as well as a picnic lunch, use of binoculars and scopes, and snacks. (Entrance to the park is not included.) These full-day expeditions, which occur from May through October, have start times that vary by season, but they generally begin early in the morning. Yellowstone Adventure Tours also offers private outings devoted strictly to off-the-beaten-path locations, as well as multiday tours of the expansive park.

Yellowstone Raft Company – Scenic Float

Admire the park from the water on this approximately two-hour raft ride. Sights include Boiling Beach, LaDuke Hot Springs, the Devil's Slide (a cliff with a distinct stripe of red rock) and Electric Peak. Reviewers frequently praise both the beautiful scenery and the engaging guides. From May through September, tours are available daily starting at 8:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. The company asks that participants arrive about 30 minutes prior to departure to get ready and sign paperwork. Prices, which include transportation from the meeting point at the northern border of the park to the river, start at $69 for those 13 and older and $59 for children 3 to 12. (Infants can ride for free.) Private tours are offered for around $500 for parties of six; each additional person pays $59. Gardiner-based Yellowstone Raft Company also offers whitewater rafting, as well as kayaking and horseback riding.

Flying Pig Adventure Company – 8-Mile Raft Trip

Experience Yellowstone by rafting its eponymous river on this two-hour trip. Along the way, you'll paddle through Class II and III (novice- and intermediate-level) rapids with names like Queen of the Waters, Rock Garden and Sleeping Giant, and pass sights such as Devil's Slide and the nearly 11,000-foot tall Electric Peak. Participants consistently describe this tour as fun and deem its guides friendly and entertaining. Trips operate from May through August starting at 9:15 and 11:15 a.m. and 1:15, 3:15 and 5:15 p.m. Fees start at $69 for those ages 13 and older and $59 for kids ages 4 to 12. Rafters must weigh at least 45 pounds. In addition to this 8-mile trip, Flying Pig offers an 18-mile ride, as well as an overnight expedition.

Wild West Rafting – Classic Half-Day Whitewater

Ride mild and intermediate rapids on an 8-mile stretch of the Yellowstone River on this two-hour outing. You may also glimpse deer, elk, osprey, bald eagles and other wildlife inhabiting the area as you paddle down the river. In addition to enjoying the views, travelers typically find the guides knowledgeable, enthusiastic and helpful. Raft trips run daily from May through September at 9 a.m., 10 a.m. and 12:30 and 3:30 p.m. Rides cost approximately $69 for anyone 13 or older and $59 for children ages 5 to 12. Prices include use of life jackets and (on colder days) wetsuits. They also cover transportation from Wild West Rafting's Gardiner office to the river. Full-day paddling trips, in addition to private outings are also available.

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Geyser Kayak Tours – Day Paddle

Kayaking in the West Thumb Geyser Basin – the largest geyser basin in Yellowstone Lake – allows you to see geothermal features, some of them underwater, that would otherwise be inaccessible. This outing also travels to Potts Basin, an area with no boardwalk and, possibly, no other visitors. Travelers report enjoying the scenery and appreciate the informative guides. Tours begin and end at the marina in Grant Village on the western side of Yellowstone Lake. Trips are available daily from late May through late September at 9 a.m. (though they may begin at 10 a.m. toward the end of the season) and conclude at around 2 or 3 p.m. Tickets start at $200 per person for single kayaks and $175 per person for tandem kayaks. Children 5 to 12, who must ride in a tandem kayak with an adult, receive a $50 discount. Prices include a picnic lunch as well as use of all necessary kayaking gear. No prior kayaking experience is required. The company also operates shorter, three-hour sunset paddling trips.

Wildland Trekking – Private Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

This private trek through the park can be tailored to suit your preferences, with possible routes ranging from 3.5 to 8 miles and durations spanning four to seven hours. Whatever way you go, you're likely to see Artist Point overlook, as well as forests, lakes, geysers, mud pots and meadows in areas away from the park's boardwalks. You can sign up this excursion from mid-May through September. Reviewers enjoy the beautiful scenery as well as the helpful, patient and personable guides' commentary. Prices depend on group size: for a single hiker, the fee starts at around $525, but prices drop to about $175 per person for groups of six or seven (and $135 for kids 10 or younger). Lunch, snacks and use of trekking poles is included in the cost. Groups meet at Canyon Village Education Center, the park's principal visitor facility. Start times vary and will be established a week prior to your hike. Wildland Trekking also organizes multiday tours around the national park.

Yellowstone Hiking Guides – Grand Canyon Rim Hike

Walk the rim of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone on this six-hour, 6-mile trek and see Yellowstone landmarks like the river's Upper and Lower Falls as well as forests and meadows. Hikers regularly find the views spectacular and the guides both knowledgeable and entertaining. Tours take place daily from June through early October. Groups meet at the Upper Falls View parking area off of South Rim Drive at 8 a.m. The excursion costs approximately $165 per person. Prices include lunch and snacks as well as use of trekking poles. The company leads a variety of hikes around the park, including the Lamar Valley.

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Jackson Hole Wildlife Safaris – Best of Yellowstone

Observe the wildlife and landscape of Yellowstone on this full-day, small-group tour, during which naturalists offer insights on the area's ecology, wildlife and geology. Outings last 10 to 12 hours, depending on wildlife visibility, weather, road conditions and travelers' particular interests. In addition to animals, you'll see the park's famed geysers, hot springs and waterfalls. Tourgoers regularly report seeing ample wildlife and appreciate the friendly, informative guides. Excursions are available from mid-May through October. Pickup from lodging in Jackson and Teton Village typically begins around 6:15 a.m. (or 7 a.m. in October). Prices start at $345 per person, which includes transportation, breakfast and lunch, and use of binoculars and sighting scopes (but not the national park entrance fee). Groups are capped at eight participants. Half-day (four to five-hour) iterations of this tour are also available.

Grizzly Country Wildlife Adventures – Yellowstone Lower Loop Tour

This tour hits many of Yellowstone's top attractions – Old Faithful, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, Fountain Paint Pots and Yellowstone Lake among them – as well as some lesser-known geological formations. In addition to seeing multiple geysers, lakes and waterfalls, you'll have opportunities to glimpse some of the park's diverse wildlife. The trip also includes a morning drive through Grand Teton National Park on the way to Yellowstone. Travelers frequently rave about the scenery and appreciate that the engaging guides try to visit off-the-beaten-path locations within the busy national park. Tours typically take place from mid-May through December. Departures from Jackson and Teton Village begin at 7 a.m. and vans return approximately 12 hours later. Fees cost around $345 per person, which includes transportation, lunch, snacks and use of spotting scopes and binoculars. (Tour tickets do not include admission to the park.) The company also leads wildlife safaris year-round.

Old Faithful Snowmobile Tours – Yellowstone Snowmobiling Day Tour

Marvel at a snow-covered Yellowstone on this daylong snowmobile tour to Old Faithful. Stops along the way include Black Sand Basin and Moose Falls. During the six-hour, approximately 100-mile ride, you'll likely see multiple geysers and waterfalls, as well as an array of wildlife. Reviewers consistently gush about the views and appreciate the professional and accommodating guides. Fees start at $400 per driver (who must be at least 16 years old and have a driver's license) and $300 per passenger (who must be at least 6 years old). The fee includes pickup in the Jackson area, which occurs between 6 and 6:30 a.m. daily from mid-December to mid-March. It also includes a continental breakfast and lunch. (It doesn't cover the park's entry fee.) Groups typically return to Jackson between 4:30 or 5:30 p.m. The company also operates multiday tours.

Yellowstone Vacations – Snowcoach Tour Old Faithful

Snowcoaches – buses with oversized, low-pressure tires – allow you to experience Yellowstone during the less accessible winter months. This tour's vehicles take passengers to popular locales within the park, such as Biscuit Basin, Black Sand Basin, Fountain Paint Pot, Madison Junction and, of course, Old Faithful. Passengers generally find the coaches warm and comfortable and the drivers (who double as guides) knowledgeable and passionate about the park. From mid-December to mid-March, tours are available to book daily starting at 8 a.m. and ending at 5 p.m. Rates start at $208 (with a 10% discount for children 15 or younger). Yellowstone Vacations also conducts snowmobile tours and, during summer months, bus tours.

Yellowstone Wild – Wildlife & Bear Watching in Yellowstone with a Private Guide

Calling all wildlife lovers! As its name suggests, this tour centers on seeing bears, wolves, bison and other animals that call Yellowstone home. Travelers regularly report seeing a wide array of wildlife and praise the guides for their animal-spotting skills and overall professionalism. This six- to eight-hour tour is private and fully customizable and is available to book throughout the year. Fees depend on group size and range from $700 for one person to $1,150 for groups of 10. In addition to a light breakfast and a full picnic-style lunch, prices include pickup from hotels in the Gardiner area (where Yellowstone Wild is based), but additional fees may apply for round-trip transportation to some other locations. Departures start around 5 a.m. Note: This tour is not considered appropriate for children younger than 5.

Yellowstone Insight – Day Tours – Wildlife Tour

This tour goes where the animals are, which means routes may vary, though a focus on the park's Northern Range (including Mammoth Hot Springs ) is fairly standard. Bears and wolves are among the wildlife you may spot during this daylong expedition. Tourgoers enthusiastically praise the guides for their expertise with regards to Yellowstone fauna. Tours, which are available to book year-round, generally start at around 5 a.m. in the summer and 6:30 a.m. in the winter. Rates start at approximately $650 for a single person and $50 for each additional person (except for children younger than 5, who can tag along for free). Prices include round-trip transportation to locations in the Bozeman area, as well as a continental breakfast and use of spotting scopes. Tickets do not cover the park's entrance fee.

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• Best Things to Do in Yellowstone
• Best U.S. National Parks
• Best Colorado Snowmobile Tours
• Top Things to Do in Montana
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From safari-style wildlife-watching excursions to walking and hiking tours of geyser basins, explore the possibilities of seeing the parks with a guide. Tour options day trips to multiple-day tours, some that offer meals and lodging.

Also check out area rafting outfitters and horseback riding trips .

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Teton Tour Guides

Yellowstone National Park Tours

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Organic Act of 1872

YELLOWSTONE & GRAND TETON TOURS

AVAILABLE MAY TO OCTOBER

Grand Teton National Park Tours

Combination trips.

Yellowstone Nature & Wildlife Tours

Yellowstone National Park has a rich history and vibrant ecosystem that exemplifies the natural beauty of the American countryside. As America’s first national park, Yellowstone Park is home to two mountain ranges, snaking rivers, and iconic geothermal features and wildlife. From geysers like Old Faithful to bison, bears, and majestic mountains.

Teton Tour Guides Experience

The almost 3 million acres of Yellowstone can be overwhelming. Enjoy the journey in a luxuriously outfitted Ford Transit van while your guide takes care of all the planning and logistics needed to ensure that you see (and photograph) an abundance bison and geysers. Our vans are each driven by a local naturalist guide that has a lot of great information on the rich history and unique elements that makes Yellowstone the crown jewel of the National Parks system.

The Southern Entrance is near Jackson Hole in southwest Wyoming. Jackson Hole is the launching point for Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park. Teton Tour Guides has packages and options to allow you to explore the natural beauty in and out of the parks.

Combination National

Sightseeing and Wildlife Tours of Grand Teton & Yellowstone National Parks

Teton Tour Guides provides first class service with a first-class experience, making it easy to see Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park and the surrounding areas of northwest Wyoming, Idaho, and Montana. Your driver, a local experienced naturalist, will give provide an in-depth look at some of the park’s best (and worst) kept secrets. Tours are designed for to be engaging and educational for adults and kids alike. Teton Tour Guides will pick you up from your hotel in the Jackson area and take you into the heart of the two National Parks, making the transition from traveling seamless and stress-free. Your job will be to sit back and enjoy some of America’s most breathtaking and one-of-a-kind scenery.

Teton Tour Guides LLC. is an authorized permittee of Grand Teton National Park and Yellowstone National Park.

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BrushBuck Wildlife Tours

Grand Teton / Yellowstone 4 Day / 3 Night Wildlife Adventure

• Destination: Grand Teton & Yellowstone
• Duration: Multi-Day Tour: 4 Day / 3 Night
• Availability: April - October
• Group Options: Public or Private Group Tour
• Maximum Group Size: 10

Discover the timeless world of the majestic Rocky Mountains with a guided tour through Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks. Our expert, naturalist guide leads you through the vast landscape in the shadow of the Rockies, showing you the unforgettable collection of mountains, geysers, and wildlife.

Wildlife that is often seen on this tour includes bison, elk, moose, eagles, mule deer, grizzly and black bears, and wolves.

Our 4 day / 3 night tour of Grand Teton and Yellowstone will give guests more time to immerse themselves in the parks than our 2 day / 1 night tour of Grand Teton and Yellowstone allows.

Tour Highlights

• Enjoy possible wildlife sightings of grizzly and black bear, wolves, elk, moose, bison, bald eagles, and so much more
• Experience the vast open western landscapes such as Hayden Valley
• View Oxbow Bend, Yellowstone Lake, Old Faithful Inn, and Mormon Row
• Walk the boardwalks at hydrothermal features such as Old Faithful Geyser, Fountain Paint-Pots and Mud-Pots, West Thumb, and Mammoth Hot Springs
• Tour will offer plenty of opportunities for easy walking and photography

Day 1: Grand Teton Dusk Adventures

Your adventure begins on an evening wildlife safari in Grand Teton National Park! This afternoon will be filled with wildlife viewing in the vast expanse of Grand Teton National Park. Animals commonly seen during this portion of the tour are bison, moose, bald eagles, pronghorn, coyotes, and mule deer. Keep your eyes open and cameras at the ready for possible bear sightings as well!

Accommodations

The 49er Inn Jackson, WY (or similar)

Day 2: Grand Teton & Yellowstone Wildlife

We will depart early from Jackson, Wyoming, explore more of Grand Teton, and head into Yellowstone National Park.  Early morning wildlife sightings will abound in Grand Teton and Yellowstone!  We will stop to observe wildlife which may include grizzly and black bear, eagles, elk, bison, wolves, pronghorn and moose.  This day will also be filled with history, park landmarks, and world-famous scenery. We will be seeing Oxbow Bend, Yellowstone Lake, West Thumb Geyser Basin, Hayden Valley and the Upper and Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River today.  We end our day outside Yellowstone’s east gate in Cody, WY.

Lodging at the Cody Inn Cody Wyoming (or similar)

Day 3: BUFFALO BILL CENTER OF THE WEST & YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK WILDLIFE ADVENTURE

Today we will spend the morning at the world famous Buffalo Bill Center of the West museum in Cody, Wyoming before heading over the scenic Chief Joseph byway and back into Yellowstone via the northeast entrance.

We will head out to Lamar valley for excellent afternoon wildlife viewing and, if time allows, evening wildlife viewing opportunities before returning to Cooke City, Montana for the night.

Day 4: HYROTHERMALS / WILDLIFE VIEWING AND OLD FAITHFUL

The final day of touring will primarily focus on the major hydrothermal features in Yellowstone. We will walk around the boardwalks at Fountain Paint Pots and Mud Pots, and the world-famous Old Faithful Geyser!  Guests will have time to explore and shop at The Old Faithful Inn as well before we make our way back through Grand Teton National Park viewing wildlife and returning to Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Approximate return time to Jackson will be between 4:30 and 6:30 PM barring any emergencies

* Accommodations subject to change and availability.

What's Included

• Snacks and refreshments
• Binoculars for each guest
• Spotting scope
• 3 nights accommodation
• Breakfast on days 2–4
• Live tour commentary provided in English
• National park entrance fees
• Transportation to/from Jackson Hole Airport
• Guide gratuity (10-15% of tour price recommended)
• Meals and beverages not listed as Inclusions

Public Tour Pricing

• Double Occupancy $1999 / person
• Single Occupancy $2399 / person

2023 Dates: Tours start every Tuesday and Friday Starting April 21st, 2023 through October 6th, 2023

Weekend Tours begin on Friday, ending on Monday, Weekday Tours begin on Tuesday, ending on Friday. This tour is offered as a small group public tour with no more than ten (10) guests total. Private tour price available upon request.

Children 5 and younger are not allowed on this public tour. Customers can book a private tour when traveling with children 5 and younger at additional cost.

Cancellation Policy: 50% of the price of the tour will be withheld outside of 60 days; within 60 days, 100% of the total price of the tour will be charged.

A QUAD Booking is set at 4 (four) people in a single room with 2 queen beds; Please contact us if you need an extra room.

Private Tour Pricing

FOR GROUPS OF 12 OR MORE, PLEASE  CALL US

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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of wildlife can you see in yellowstone.

Yellowstone National Park is home to a vast amount of wildlife including grizzly and black bears, wolves, elk, moose, bison, bald eagles, osprey, coyote, river otters and so much more. Some animals will be more or less likely to be seen during certain times of the year. If you have any specific questions about animal visibility – please feel free to contact us! During spring and summer, you will have the opportunity to see bald and golden eagles, sandhill cranes, osprey, hawks, and owls.

What is the weather like during the summer at Yellowstone?

Summer typically starts early May and ends late October. Highs range between 60°F-80°F (16C-27C) with large fluctuations, especially at higher altitudes. Expect cooler morning and warm-hot afternoons.

Are there any age restrictions on this tour?

Children 5 and younger are not allowed on this public tour.

What precautions are you taking to keep guests safe?

We take your safety extremely seriously. We follow strict cleaning and distancing protocols to inusre you have a safe and fun adventure!

• Cleaning and sanitizing vehicles after every tour
• Use of disposable / compostable items such as: tablecloths, paper plates and cups

How can I book a tour?

Book your tour online or call us directly at  (307) 699-2999 . We can also answer any of your questions via our LiveChat service, or our  contact form  for more information and booking a tour.

What other tours do you offer?

Winter and summer tour options are available with single day and multi-day tour formats. Tours embark from Jackson, WY, and West Yellowstone.

Our expertly guided tours focus on the geothermal features and vast wildlife including grizzly and black bear, wolves, elk, moose, bison, bald eagles, and much more.

During winter we offer half-day/full-day tours to Grand Teton National Park  and can book you Yellowstone snowcoach and snowmobile tours to destinations like Old Faithful and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. We also offer multi-day tours through Grand Teton and Yellowstone. View all our winter tours here .

During summer we offer single and multi-day tour options to destinations including Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone to view the Upper and Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River.

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Yellowstone National Park Tours, Grand Teton National Park Tours, Jackson Hole & West Yellowstone

Yellowstone day tours is a family-owned and operated tour company in jackson hole, wy with over 25 years of experience in the industry, a fabulous crew of fun, knowledgeable and witty guides, comfortable vehicles and great tour itineraries that will deliver an experience of a lifetime .

SUMMER TOURS

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Adventure Scenic Tours in Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Parks.

Active Adventure, Guided Discovery.

Hike, bike and paddle in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks! Simply pick any Scenic Tour, then “add-on” any hike, bike or paddle adventure to make it your own! Safe and fun for families and all ages, Yellowstone Interact offers “active scenic tours” curated by a PhD Ecologist and led by top-notch guides. Join us for a guided discovery of watersheds and corresponding activities that range from mild to wild while still seeing all the famous sites. Overnight camping trips available, too. And new for 2020, try pedal-assisted E-bikes in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks!

All Yellowstone active scenic tours are fully customized and originate in West Yellowstone or Big Sky, Montana (contact us for other location pickups!) Full day trips are up to 8 hours long and can accommodate up to 15 people with door-to-door pickup and drop off service included. So bring everyone and spend a day with multisport and eco experts.

The day is yours! SUP or kayak over volcanic steam on Yellowstone Lake, or explore another Park lake altogether. SUP Yoga is available too! Bicycle tour up Mt. Washburn or around Bunsen Peak. Hike into the backcountry to discover waterfalls; even a short distance is revealing! Start with a van based scenic tour and simply Add-on Adventures.

Need ideas for your Yellowstone active scenic tour? Contact our in-house ecologist Dr. Colleen to help you plan your trip.

Wellness and Adventure

Interact’s mission is to provide life altering experiences to visitors to Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks through active scenic tours. An expert ecologist and local guides offer contextual understanding. Activity promotes wellness, while hiking, biking and SUP or kayak paddling in Yellowstone offers a sense of scale and place. We operate in Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky and West Yellowstone, Montana, the Greater Yellowstone Ecological Area including Driggs and Jackson, and throughout Southwest Montana.

Our eco-adventures and active scenic tours range from mild to wild, each affording world unique opportunities: Dig for crystals in rugged Montana mountains, then soak in natural fed hot springs. Clamber down boardwalks of a real 1880’s ghost town. Feel the stunning Big Hole Valley where Looking Glass of the non-treaty Nez Pierce was pursued and engaged by US calvary under John Gibbon. Gain an appreciation for watersheds, history and ecosystems. In addition to boundless beauty. All this and more on our two night Crystals, Gold and Big Hole Valley Tour . 

Or, explore Yellowstone National Park’s Northern Range, the “Serengeti of North America”. This Yellowstone River watershed has the greatest density of carnivores in the western hemisphere. It is also the most reliable opportunity to spot wolves anywhere in the world. It’s all on our “ Beasts and Vistas ” YNP Day Tour.

Even add-on adventures. Like an overnight in Cooke City to traverse the high alpine Beartooth Highway from the Park’s Silver Gate to Red Lodge for an encompassing world class experience. Breath mountain air with yoga. Or stand up paddleboard (SUP) or kayak on Lake Yellowstone  as another add-on adventure.

Don’t just watch the Geysers at Middle and Lower Basins erupt. Bath in their runoff and minerals in the Firehole River on our Geysers, Falls and Firehole Tour. Use goggles to look for gold! Optionally, paddle where the Madison River pools with Firehole’s geyser water to form Lake Hebgen. Just “add-on” our “ Learn to Kayak Adventure ” for even more adventure!

Or bike across the Tetons fully supported. The trips rolls directly between the saddle of Yellowstone National Park and Grand Teton National Park, camping two nights along the way.

Plan your trip with our In-House PhD Ecologist.

Eco-Active Yellowstone Adventures

Whether hiking, biking, kayaking or stand-up-paddleboarding, we seek to engage you with the outside world on eco-active Yellowstone adventures. Touch things.

Smell things. Visit Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic and Fairy Falls. Then immerse your body in them at the Firehole River swimming spot. This is where “most of the outflow from the park’s geyser basins empties…causing it to be warmer with larger concentrations of dissolved minerals (chemically richer) than other watersheds.” 

Taste things. Learn how yarrow plant leaves were used by solders and Early American peoples to treat wounds. Then chew a leaf and imagine how it might work as a clotting agent.

See the force of water and time at Canyon Falls where the Yellowstone River cuts its Grand Canyon. Feel the mist and gain a better understanding of the watershed and topography as you drive over the Dunraven Pass. You’ll see and hear Antelope Creek and Canyon River merge into falls before joining the Yellowstone. Then follow its major tributary, the Lamar River, to spot opportunistic carnivores in the Northern Range .

Touch, smell, taste and feel. Move the body and mind. Hike, bike and paddle. These are the eco-active Yellowstone adventures!

Eco-Expert meets Multi-sport Pro.

Yellowstone Interact connects people who CARE SO MUCH ABOUT WHAT THEY DO…with people eager to learn! Colleen Rossier, PhD Ecologist & Trip Consultant

Colleen is a graduate of UVA, and holds a PhD in ecology from UCAL Davis, having work extensively with the indigenous people of northern California along with the USDA to increase our understanding of forest understory, timber activities and fire. She also holds a masters degree in traditional Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture and is a certified yoga instructor and massage therapist as well. She has worked for the USDA in Washington DC and helped write the first USDA agency guidelines for Certified Organics. She has also worked on federal fire crews to gain a holistic understanding of fire-ecology and forestry management.

Wilderness is a myth; Indigenous peoples had been burning and cultivating forests for 10,000 years with a pre-Columbus population numbering as high as 100 million peoples. What we call “wild” is really an anachronistic framework illustrating gaps in management and culture. The great news is there is still so much to learn!

Beau Blessing,  co-founder, is a river guide on the scenic, rapid and free-flowing Gallatin River, which originates inside Yellowstone National Park and travels 111 miles before joining the Missouri River. In the winter, he is a ski teacher at Big Sky Resort in Big Sky, Montana where he had been putting down roots for the past six years while also teaching in Garmisch, Germany.  A graduate of the University of Florida majoring in Decision and Information Sciences and a former teaching assistant in Operations Management during his master’s studies, Beau is also a member of Mensa, the organization for super sharp folks, and loves understanding complex systems and sharing those insights.

I get asked a few times each season after we put in downriver, if we keep floating will we end up back at the shop? In part, people get disoriented on vacation. But some really space out and think we might be in a lazy river, or an M.C. Esher painting. We laugh about it but if there is one thing I want to instill in my guests is an understanding of watersheds. It’s a template that applies about anywhere in the world, that precipitation will commit to one outcome, and influences everything else along the way. -Beau Blessing, River Guide, Ski Instructor & Traveler

In 2011, after two days of interviewing with a global accounting firm in Atlanta Georgia,

Continue reading “Eco-Expert meets Multi-sport Pro.”

It’s all about dialogue.

Not sure where to begin? Plan your custom Yellowstone private tour by contacting us.

Work with our In-House PhD Ecologist for the ultimate Yellowstone National Park itinerary. From wolves and bears to bison and elk to swimming holes, geysers and falls, we can help you get the most of the park. Add-on adventures include kayaking, hiking, SUP, yoga and more!

All in comfortable privacy with door-to-service pickup and drop off.

Ready to plan your adventure? Contact us to work with a PhD Ecologist and locally based world-traveler to plan your Yellowstone National Park, Big Sky area and Southwest Montana adventure.

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Day itinerary, departure cities.

Choose Your Departure Year:

Embark on the ultimate Rockies vacation, featuring awe-inspiring natural beauty in three famous national parks. Begin in Missoula, Montana, with a visit to the country’s largest smoke jumping base, then take in spectacular views atop Whitefish Mountain Resort. Head to Glacier National Park for an exciting drive aboard vintage Red Buses with otherworldly views along Going-to-the-Sun Road. Travel eastbound to Great Falls to explore the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail Interpretive Center and be immersed in Indigenous history at First Peoples Buffalo Jump State Park. In Helena, see the vibrant city’s best sights on a guided tour and relax on a boat ride through Gates of the Mountains. Spend two unforgettable days in Yellowstone, soaking up all of the wildlife and amazing geologic wonders while staying overnight in America’s first national park. Venture across the state border to Jackson, Wyoming, for a tour of Grand Teton National Park with the Chapel of the Transfiguration before a covered wagon ride to an included Old West barbecue dinner. Our adventure concludes in Salt Lake City with a special Farewell Dinner.

The Holiday Advantage

You can earn a $100 Travel Show Credit good for your next trip with Holiday Vacations by simply clicking the photo to watch the online travel show! The show is about 10 minutes long and at the end, you'll have the ability to submit your contact information and receive a travel credit which can be applied to this or any Holiday Vacations tour. Get started now!

Additional Tour Information

Your holiday vacations experience includes:, all accommodations featuring.

• 1 night at Holiday Inn Downtown Missoula
• 1 night in Whitefish
• 1 night in Great Falls
• 2 nights in Helena
• 1 night in West Yellowstone
• 2 nights in Jackson
• 1 night at Salt Lake Marriott Downtown at City Creek

Attractions & Highlights

• The Historical Museum of Fort Missoula
• Glacier National Park feat. Going-to-the-Sun Road
• Lewis & Clark Historic Trail Interpretive Center
• C.M. Russell Museum
• Helena city tour feat. the Montana State Capitol building
• Gates of the Mountains boat tour
• Yellowstone National Park guided tour feat. Old Faithful and Hayden Valley
• Grand Teton National Park feat. the Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center and the Chapel of the Transfiguration

14 Excellent Meals Featuring

• Welcome Lunch
• Cache Creek Canyon cookout
• Farewell Dinner in Salt Lake City

Highest Elevation: 8,000 ft.

July 8, 2024 - July 17, 2024

Price Per Person

Final Payment Date: 05/09/2024

August 5, 2024 - August 14, 2024

Final Payment Date: 06/06/2024

August 8, 2024 - August 17, 2024

Final Payment Date: 06/09/2024

August 19, 2024 - August 28, 2024

Final Payment Date: 06/20/2024

Day 1 : Fly to Montana

We fly to Missoula and check in to our comfortable accommodations. The evening is at leisure to get acquainted with your fellow traveling companions.

Day 2 : Whitefish

Our day begins with a visit to The Historical Museum of Fort Missoula, a 32-acre park that tells the story of western Montana’s past. Walk through over 20 preserved historic buildings and structures dating back to 1863, including Grant Creek Schoolhouse, Quartermaster’s Storehouse, Frenchtown Mill Stones, and much more. Afterwards, we travel north from Missoula to Whitefish, viewing some of the most spectacular scenery our nation has to offer in Montana’s Big Sky Country. Along the way, we break for a delicious included Welcome Lunch in Polson and take in amazing views of Flathead Lake and the surrounding Flathead National Forest. Arriving in Whitefish, we stop at a nearby mountain resort to enjoy a scenic gondola ride to the mountaintop for bird’s-eye views. We then check in to our overnight accommodations and have a restful evening.

Day 3 : Going-to-the-Sun Road

After an included breakfast, we’re off to Glacier National Park, which features over 20 glaciers and 200 lakes as standing reminders of the last Ice Age. We board vintage 1930s Red Buses with roll-back tops for a journey on one of the world’s most scenic routes, Going-to-the-Sun Road. Throughout this drive, learn more about the park’s history from an expert guide, take in views of the towering mountains, and gaze upon a variety of majestic wildlife including bighorn sheep, mountain goats, elk, and moose. Enjoy lunch within the park at St. Mary Village before we continue to Great Falls and check in to our accommodations for the evening.

Day 4 : Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center

We begin our day with a tour of the Lewis & Clark Historic Trail Interpretive Center and relive the explorers’ brave journey. Overlooking the beautiful Missouri River, this center includes exhibits, artifacts, films, and a two-story diorama of the expedition’s portage of the river’s waterfalls. After an included lunch, we visit the C.M. Russell Museum, an art complex that’s dedicated to Charles Marion Russell. Known as one of America’s greatest artists, his primary focus was the signature “cowboy art” that showcased Western cultures, landscapes, and wildlife. We then depart for Helena, Montana’s capital and the heart of this Big Sky State. We check in to our hotel for the next two nights and enjoy an evening at leisure.

Day 5 : Gates of the Mountains

Following our included breakfast, we embark on a guided city tour of Helena. Learn about the storied history of this vibrant city and marvel at the Gothic-style cathedral, which rivals those in Europe with its stunning towers and stained-glass windows. Our tour makes stops at various intriguing attractions, like the Montana State Capitol building. This afternoon, we board a riverboat to discover the epitome of Montana’s natural beauty, Gates of the Mountains, coined by famous explorer Meriwether Lewis. A guide narrates our journey down the Missouri River, sharing historic stories of Lewis and Clark’s explorations. As we marvel at the rugged scenery with towering limestone cliffs to both sides of the boat, keep watch for intriguing wildlife. Tonight, we enjoy an included dinner together and return to our hotel.

Day 6 : Yellowstone National Park

This morning, we begin our drive to Gardiner, Montana, the original gateway to America’s first national park. Yellowstone National Park was established in 1872 to protect a large variety of wildlife and preserve the world’s most extraordinary collection of geysers and hot springs. We have free time in the Mammoth Hot Springs area to explore nature’s beauty before traveling through the northern loop of Yellowstone, where we may have the opportunity to be part of the notorious bison traffic jam. This evening, we travel to West Yellowstone for our accommodations with shops and restaurants conveniently nearby.

Day 7 : Old Faithful

After an included continental breakfast, we return to Yellowstone National Park to enjoy a full day of soaking up the natural wonders with a guided tour. During our adventure, we make stops at Old Faithful, the world’s most famous geyser, and Artist Point. Have your camera ready to capture stunning views of Upper and Lower Yellowstone Falls and the multicolored Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. A scenic drive then takes us through Hayden Valley, a region of lush forest meadows and haven for wildlife. Watch for bison and other fascinating animals! We depart Yellowstone this afternoon and settle in for a comfortable two-night stay in Jackson, Wyoming.

Day 8 : The Grand Tetons

This morning, we visit Grand Teton National Park, boasting picturesque views of shimmering lakes, rolling meadows, and soaring mountain ranges with snow-capped peaks. Watch for elk, bison, fox, moose, and bald eagles as we venture through the park and take advantage of premier photo opportunities. Learn about the past, present, and future of this protected area with immaculate exhibits and a short video during our stop at the Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center. We also visit the Chapel of the Transfiguration, a rustic log chapel with 100-year-old history and picture-perfect vistas of the Tetons, including Grand Teton. Tonight, we enjoy a covered wagon ride in Cache Creek Canyon to our included dinner - a tasty barbecue cookout accompanied with the music and songs of the Old West!

Day 9 : Salt Lake City

Step aboard our comfortable motorcoach this morning for one last scenic drive, taking us from Jackson into Salt Lake City. Along the way, we break at Bear Lake Overlook to stretch our legs as we take in spectacular views of the turquoise water nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains. Tonight, we celebrate with our new friends at a special Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner. Our accommodations this evening are in downtown Salt Lake City.

Day 10 : Fly Home

We return home with fond memories of our Rockies adventure.

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Greetings, Kind Folks! Thank you for taking the time to read and assist me! It's my inaugural visit to Yellowstone or any U.S. National Park.

Upon arriving in Bozeman on the 24th at 10 PM, we intend to stay overnight there. Would anyone recommend lodging halfway to West Yellowstone to shorten our travel distance the following day? Any other suggestions are welcome.

On the 25th, we'll journey to Old Faithful and stay in West Yellowstone. Given our late start at around 11 AM, do you think this itinerary is suitable, or should we consider altering our plans considering our travel from Bozeman?

On the 26th, we'll explore Grand Prismatic and other nearby attractions, also staying in West Yellowstone.

The 27th is reserved for exploring the Grand Canyon, with another night's stay in West Yellowstone.

On the 29th, we'll dedicate the day to GTNP before heading back to Bozeman for our 3 PM return flight .

We'll be accompanied by a toddler. Should i consider carrying a snowsuit or layered cloths should be fine? Are the park's paths suitable for strollers, or should we leave ours behind? Any suggestions to improve our itinerary based on your experience would be greatly appreciated.

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May 24: Arrival day: No to in between lodging. With that late an arrival, just stay in Bozeman or Belgrade (where the airport actual is)

May 26: I'd do the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone today, and down thru Hayden Valley to Fishing Bridge. There are some good picnic areas on the way in case the 2-year old needs to get out and run a little. The trails at Canyon - some you can use a stroller on, others no and you need to have your hand on the toddler at all times on those steeper trails. Do you have a toddler backpack?

May 27: IF you are going to do Grand Tetons you should do it today.

May 28: You could do Mammoth and Lamar /Upper Loop today. You might consider staying tonight in Gardiner if you can change hotels this night

May 29: I think on your plan you left out the 28th. You could not do Grand Tetons and still get back to the Bozeman airport for a 3PM flight out the same day. IF you are leaving at 3P if last night was in West Yellowstone you'd want to be on the road to Bozeman by 11. You could do the Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center this morning if you wanted to let the kiddo see some wildlife that is easier to view.

Overnight in Bozeman or Belgrade. The airport is between the two towns, but is closer to Belgrade which is the town you will turn at to get onto Hwy 191 to get to West Yellowstone. It is about a 2 hour drive from the Bozeman airport to West Yellowstone. The only place where there will be lodging between the two areas is at Big Sky which is about half way. That said, I highly recommend NOT driving any part of that highway in the dark as you run a risk of not seeing wildlife on/crossing the road in the middle of the night until it's too late. Get a good nights rest after your flight and enjoy the beautiful drive in the morning when it is light out.

===On the 29th, we'll dedicate the day to GTNP before heading back to Bozeman for our 3 PM return flight .===

If you're flying out of Bozeman at 3 pm on May 29th, there is no way you can sightseeing Grand Teton Park and drive back to Bozeman in time for your flight . If you drive outside the parks (via Teton Pass, Idaho, West Yellowstone, Hwy 191) it is a 4.5 hour drive.

With such a short amount of days, consider doing something like the following:

May 24- Fly into Bozeman at 10 pm. *Overnight Bozeman or Belgrade

May 25- *Overnight Old Faithful (3 lodging options) or West Yellowstone

May 26- *Overnight Same

May 27- *Overnight Grand Teton Park or in the town of Jackson

May 28- *Overnight Canyon Lodge, Mammoth, or Gardiner (north entrance)

May 29- Fly out of Bozeman at 3 pm

If you don't want to take a day away from Yellowstone Pak for Grand Teton Park, stay the the night of the 27th in the same place as the 28th. Grand Teton Park is spectacular and worth visiting, so if you do that, you can make plans to visit Grand Teton Park in 2025, focusing your entire time there.

For lodging inside Yellowstone Park, Xanterra is the official concessionaire. Staying inside the park with a toddler will help lessen the amount of time your toddler will have to be in the car and allow you to go back to your lodging quicker if needed.

https://www.yellowstonenationalparklodges.com/

For lodging inside Grand Teton Park, there are 2 official concessionaires.

Grand Teton Lodge Company

https://www.gtlc.com/lodges

Signal Mountain Lodge

https://www.signalmountainlodge.com/lodging/signal-mountain-lodge/

===We'll be accompanied by a toddler. Should i consider carrying a snowsuit or layered cloths should be fine? Are the park's paths suitable for strollers, or should we leave ours behind? Any suggestions to improve our itinerary based on your experience would be greatly appreciated.===

It can get still get cold in Yellowstone the end of May. If your toddler has a snowsuit, bring it. If not, have lots of layers that can be taken off or added depending on current conditions when you're out and about exploring.

The park is not stroller friendly. They will be ok on the paved pathways, but you can't take them on dirt pathways. There are also boardwalks that have steps which are not stroller friendly. If you have a child backpack, it will work a lot better.

Edited to add: I see that Pam posted while I was being a slowpoke typing my reply. 🙂

Hahah...well we are sharing the same brain so that is good!

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