8 Days Tour 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!
ItineraryDay 1: (Sunday) – Arrive Salt Lake CityStop At: Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, Utah
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.
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 into your hotel room 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!
Duration: 6 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown
Address: 345 W 100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Phone: (385) 290-6500
Day 2: (Monday) – Salt Lake City to Jackson, WYStop At: Gros Ventre Wilderness, Gros Ventre Wilderness, Wyoming
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.
Duration: 4 hours
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Accommodation included: Elk Country Inn, Jackson, WY
Day 3: (Tuesday) – Grand Teton National ParkStop At: Grand Teton National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Today you will enter Grand Teton National Park and start your
day with wildlife and photography opportunities at Schwabacher Landing and Mormon Row. Arrive at Jenny Lake for a boat ride across the lake and hiking to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point. Next head north to Jackson Lake and Colter Bay for an afternoon of more hiking and wildlife watching. Return to Jackson for a relaxing, and a group dinner at the Gun Barrel Steak and Game House.
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Elk Country Inn, Jackson, WY
Day 4: (Wednesday) – Jackson Hole to Cooke City, MT via Yellowstone National ParkStop At: Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
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.
Duration: 9 hours
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Accommodation included: Grizzly Lodge, Cooke City-Silver Gate, MT
Day 5: (Thursday) – Cooke City to West Yellowstone, IDStop At: Lamar Valley, Yellowstone National Park, WY
Today you will return to the Lamar Valley for a morning for more 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.
Duration: 5 hours
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Accommodation included: Kelly Inn, West Yellowstone, ID
Day 6: (Friday) – More of Yellowstone National ParkStop At: Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
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.
Duration: 8 hours
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Accommodation included: Kelly Inn, West Yellowstone, ID
Day 7: (Saturday) – West Yellowstone to Salt Lake City Stop At: Mesa Falls, 46 Highway 20, Ashton, ID 83420
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.
Duration: 1 hour
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Accommodation included: Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown (or similar), Salt Lake City, UT
Day 8: (Sunday) – Travel homePass By: Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, Utah
Transfer to the Salt Lake Airport on own for your departure flight home.
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
11:00 AM
Duración: 8 Days
Lugar de comienzo: Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown, 345 W 100 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
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