Region: Western Adventures Type: Guaranteed Departures Length: 8 Days Tap Rating: TAP Superior
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.
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You can arrive at any time today. Upon arrival to the airport and picking up your luggage, please find transportation to the hotel on your own and check in for the evening. Once you settle in, feel free to explore Salt Lake City.
Lodging: AC Hotel, Salt Lake City, UT
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, WY. Explore the Gros Ventre Slide area and historic Jackson. Dinner tonight will be on your own. There are several fantastic local restaurants in Jackson.
Lodging: Elk Country Inn
( Breakfast Lunch )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.
Lodging: Elk Country Inn
( Breakfast Lunch Dinner )Drive north through Grand Teton National Park to Yellowstone National Park 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 Highway to the wonderful small town of Cooke City for the night.
Lodging: High Country Motel or similar, Cooke City, MT
( Breakfast Lunch )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.
Lodging: Kelly Inn or similar, West Yellowstone, MT
( Breakfast Lunch )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.
Lodging: Kelly Inn or similar, West Yellowstone, MT
( Breakfast Lunch )This morning, we will explore outside of Yellowstone National Park in Island Park with stops at Big Springs and Mesa Falls. The tour will 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. We will return to Salt Lake City by 6:00 PM.
Lodging: AC Hotel, Salt Lake City, UT
( Breakfast Lunch )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.
( Breakfast )| Price Per Person (U.S. Dollars): | ||||||
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| Departure Date: | Tour Status | Single | Double | Triple | Quadruple | |
| May 11, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3599 | $3199 | $2999 | $2899 |
| May 18, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3599 | $3199 | $2999 | $2899 |
| May 25, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3599 | $3199 | $2999 | $2899 |
| Jun 1, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Jun 8, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Jun 15, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Jun 22, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Jun 29, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Jul 6, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Jul 13, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Jul 20, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Jul 27, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Aug 3, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Aug 10, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Aug 17, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Aug 24, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Aug 31, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Sep 7, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Sep 14, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3899 | $3499 | $3299 | $3199 |
| Sep 21, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3599 | $3199 | $2999 | $2899 |
| Sep 28, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3599 | $3199 | $2999 | $2899 |
| Oct 5, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3599 | $3199 | $2999 | $2899 |
| Oct 12, 2025 | Available | Guaranteed | $3599 | $3199 | $2999 | $2899 |
Arrival Instructions
Arrive to Salt Lake City, UT by 10:00 am via Salt Lake City (SLC)
Departure Instructions
Depart from Salt Lake City after 8:30 pm via Salt Lake City (SLC)
Payment Policy
Deposit: $625.00 per person due at time of booking - final payment due 30.00 days prior to departure
Cancellation Policy
Payment and Cancellation Policy: Payment is due at the time of reservation. * Minimum 25% deposit is due at time of reservation. * Payment in full is due 30 days prior to departure. Please notify us in writing if you need to cancel or reschedule. * No refunds for cancellations within 30 days of departure for all multi-day tours. * Cancellations 31 days or more prior to departure receive a 10% cancellation fee the full price of the tour. * Any monies not refunded will be available to apply to a future tour or trip for 2 years from the day of the cancellation. * A 10% charge will be applied to all tours that are rescheduled within 30 days of the tour. This will be 10% of the full price of the tour.Tour Includes:
- Knowledgeable Tour Guide
- Comfortable Transportation
- 7 Nights Accommodations
- 7 Breakfasts
- 6 Lunches
- 1 Dinner
- Fee for Jenny Lake Boat Tour
- Park Entrance Fees
- Gratuities for included meals and activities
- Applicable Taxes and Fees
Not Included
- Airfare
- Personal Items
- Meals not listed in the itinerary
- Optional Activities
- Airport Transfers
- Gratuities for the tour director
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
- Cooke City
- Mesa Falls