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Group sizeUp to 9 travelers
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Overview
Explore both the Upper and Lower Loop of Yellowstone National Park in two days on a fantastic overnight tour. This is one of our most popular tours of Yellowstone. Two unforgettable days in the world’s first National Park and an overnight stay at any hotel in the charming small town of Gardiner Montana or at Chico Hot Springs Resort in Pray, Montana.
The two day format allows for a more relaxed pace of the tour, affording travelers more time to enjoy the many wildlife encounters, breathtaking geothermal areas, numerous short hikes and boardwalk excursions throughout the tour.
What's included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Waters and granola bars
Lunch
Binoculars and spotting scope provided
Breakfast
Dinner
Price of Lodging
Park entrance fees
Guide Gratuity
What to expect
Day 1: Day one, heading north from Jackson, WY.
Grand Teton National Park
Pass by
We will travel through Grand Teton National Park as we head north towards Yellowstone. We will have a couple of short stops for photo opportunities along the way. Park entrance fees will be collected at the entrance gate.
Yellowstone National Park
15m · Admission ticket not included
We will approach the south entrance to Yellowstone National Park, Park entrance fees to Yellowstone will be collected at this time.
Old Faithful
45m
We will make a stop at Old Faithful to witness the eruption of Old Faithful Geyser, will also have the opportunity to witness various other geysers and thermal features.
Grand Prismatic Spring
45m
We will stop to explore Midway Geyser Basin, including Grand Prismatic Spring.
Fountain Paint Pot
30m
We will stop to explore Lower Geyser Basin, various thermal features to explore.
Firehole Canyon Drive
10m
We will explore the Firehole Canyon, beautiful scenery, photo opportunity with waterfalls.
Gibbon Falls
Pass by
A beautiful waterfall on the Gibbon River, enjoy the view as we drive by.
Gibbon Meadows
Pass by
Enjoy the beautiful scenery and the chance at spotting wildlife.
Norris Geyser Basin
Pass by
This is an optional stop to explore Norris Geyser basin, time constraints do not always allow us to stop here.
Golden Gate Canyon
5m
Enjoy the scenery and photo opportunities as we start to descend off the Yellowstone Plateau towards Mammoth Hot Springs.
Mammoth Hot Springs
45m
We will explore the Mammoth Hot Springs terrace formation. Short boardwalks and scenic drive.
Gardiner
10m
Enjoy the beautiful scenery as we descend the Gardiner River Canyon towards the north entrance of Yellowstone, Gardiner Montana.
Day 2: Day 2 heading south from Gardiner, Montana.
Mammoth Hot Springs
Pass by
We will have another opportunity to explore Mammoth if we did not have time on day one. Then off towards Lamar Valley.
Undine Falls
5m
A quick stop at a beautiful waterfall, some geological points of interest here as well.
Blacktail Plateau Drive
Pass by
Enjoy the scenery and the chance at viewing wildlife as we travel through the Blacktail area of Yellowstone.
Petrified Tree
10m
A quick stop to view and discuss one of the few Petrified trees accessible by road in the Park.
Lamar Valley
30m
Enjoy the scenery and the chance at viewing wildlife as we travel towards and into Lamar Valley. Great opportunity to spot Grizzly Bears, wolves, bison, big horn sheep and more!
Tower Fall
30m
We will stop to view and explore the Tower Falls area, some photo opportunities and short walks, as well as the chance to view big horn sheep, beautiful views, and engaging geology.
Canyon Village Area
Pass by
Enjoy the beautiful scenery as we travel over Dunraven Pass towards the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River. A couple photo opportunities and the chance at viewing wildlife.
Lower Yellowstone River Falls
45m
We will stop at various viewpoints and short walks to view the Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River, as well as the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone river as well. Beautiful scenery, waterfalls, and engaging geology.
Upper Falls
15m
A quick stop and short walk to the Brink of the Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River. Beautiful waterfall viewing opportunity.
Hayden Valley
30m
Enjoy the beautiful scenery and varied wildlife viewing opportunities as we travel through Hayden Valley. Bison, wolves, and grizzly bears are commonly spotted in the valley. A couple of photo opportunities and a stop or two to view wildlife.
Yellowstone Geysers - Mud Volcano Area
15m
If we have time to stop we will spend a few minutes exploring the Mud Volcano area, otherwise we will pass by given timing. Interesting thermal features and a short walk on the boardwalk.
Yellowstone Lake
Pass by
Enjoy the beautiful scenery as we travel past Yellowstone Lake, a few photo opportunities and the chance for viewing wildlife.
Jackson
Pass by
We will head south from Lake Yellowstone towards Jackson, WY, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the South end of Yellowstone and Grand Teton as we head back to Jackson, WY. Some photography opportunities as well as the chance to view wildlife on our way south.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We will contact travelers the day before the trip with final pickup time.
Additional information
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress for the weather, comfortable walking shoes, hat and sunglasses recommended.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
