Wild Grand Teton & Yellowstone
This eight day escorted group tour from Salt Lake City in Utah includes a 3-day stay in Yellowstone National Park. Enjoy fantastic hiking opportunities, search for wildlife including grizzly bears, bald eagles, bison and wolves, and see erupting geysers including famous Old Faithful. Stay in West Yellowstone on the edge of the park on this tour that also visits Grand Teton National Park and the Jackson Hole valley, ending back in Salt Lake City.
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Itinerary
Day 1 Welcome to Utah
Day 1 Welcome to Utah
On arrival at Salt Lake Airport, make your own way to the hotel. Once you've checked in, the rest of today is free for you to head out and explore the city, capital of Utah and renowned for its Mormon history and the Great Salt Lake.
Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown or similar
Day 2 Utah to Wyoming
Day 2 Utah to Wyoming
Salt Lake City - Jackson. This morning, the guide will pick you up at the hotel at 7:00. Get to know the rest of the group as we make the drive across the state border to Jackson, Wyoming. During the journey, the guide will also share information about the unique geology and history of Northern Utah, Southeastern Idaho, and Western Wyoming. Upon arrival in Jackson, we explore the Gros Ventre Slide area, the Jackson Hole Valley, and the historic town of Jackson.
Accommodation: Elk Country Inn or similar
Day 3 Exploring Grand Teton National Park
Day 3 Exploring Grand Teton National Park
Jackson - Grand Teton National Park - Jackson. Today, we enter Grand Teton National Park, beginning with wildlife viewing and photography opportunities at Schwabacher Landing and Mormon Row. The riverside Schwabacher Landing is a great place to potentially spot moose, pronghorn and bald eagles. After hopefully spotting some of these creatures, we head to Jenny Lake for a boat ride across the water followed by an unguided hike to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point.
In the afternoon, we travel north to Jackson Lake and Colter Bay for more hiking and opportunities to observe wildlife - keep your eyes peeled for grizzlies! We return to Jackson in the evening for an included group dinner at a local restaurant.
Accommodation: Elk Country Inn or similar
Day 4 Mighty Yellowstone
Day 4 Mighty Yellowstone
Jackson - Yellowstone National Park. Drive north through Grand Teton National Park to reach mighty Yellowstone National Park. We start our exploration at the West Thumb Geyser Basin, a geothermal area with vibrant hot springs and steaming geysers along the shores of Yellowstone Lake, the largest high-elevation lake in North America. Continue to Hayden Valley, a lush area teeming with bison, elk, and occasionally grizzly bears and wolves.
Next, we visit the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, where you can admire the stunning Yellowstone Falls and the canyon's colourful, rugged beauty. Travel over Dunraven Pass, offering spectacular views and a chance to spot bighorn sheep and black bears, then head to Lamar Valley, renowned for its abundant wildlife and often called the "Serengeti of North America." In the evening, we drive along the Scenic Beartooth Highway, a breathtaking route with alpine lakes and mountain vistas, and arrive in the charming small town of West Yellowstone for the night.
Accommodation: Kelly Inn or similar
Day 5 Exploring Northern Yellowstone
Day 5 Exploring Northern Yellowstone
We begin today by travelling over Dunraven Pass, reaching the highest point in the park. The morning will be packed with wildlife watching and hiking opportunities in the Tower-Roosevelt areas. Take a break to enjoy a picnic lunch at a picturesque location before venturing to the Mammoth Hot Springs area. The afternoon will feature additional scenic and wildlife stops as we explore Yellowstone's Northern Loop. Upon returning to West Yellowstone, you'll have a free evening to relax.
Accommodation: Kelly Inn or similar
Day 6 Geysers of Yellowstone
Day 6 Geysers of Yellowstone
Today we'll discover the main geothermal area of Yellowstone National Park. Our itinerary includes the West Thumb Geyser Basin, Old Faithful, and the Old Faithful Lodge. Afterward, proceed to Madison Junction with stops at Black Sand Basin, Grand Prismatic Spring, Firehole Geyser Basin, and other geothermal areas. Along the way, we'll have opportunities for great hikes and wildlife watching throughout the park. Keep your eyes peeled for herds of majestic bison - they're difficult to miss! We then return to West Yellowstone for our final night in the national park.
Accommodation: Kelly Inn or similar
Day 7 Return to Salt Lake City
Day 7 Return to Salt Lake City
Yellowstone National Park - Salt Lake City. Say goodbye to Yellowstone this morning as we head out of the park, with time for some exploration just outside the park boundaries. We take in Island Park, making stops at Big Springs and Mesa Falls. Then, we head south through Idaho's potato fields, the Bear River Bird Refuge, and along the shore of the Great Salt Lake. There will be optional stops at the Bear River Bird Refuge or Antelope Island, time permitting. We aim to arrive back in Salt Lake City at around 18:00, and your final evening of the tour is at leisure.
Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Salt Lake City Downtown or similar
Day 8 Salt Lake City
Day 8 Salt Lake City
Our tour comes to an end after a final breakfast at the hotel. Make your own way to the airport for your onward flight. Safe travels!
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A 9-minute walk from Jackson Town Square, this functional and casual hotel is 4.8 kilometres from the National Museum of Wildlife Art and 21 kilometres from Grand Teton National Park. The rooms feature free Wi-Fi, TVs, and rustic wooden furnishings. Amenities include a gym, hot tub, BBQ grills, laundry facilities, and winter car plug-ins. There’s also a ski wax room, and complimentary shuttle service to local ski resorts is provided.
This mountain-themed hotel, located an 11-minute walk from the west entrance to Yellowstone National Park and just 3 miles from Yellowstone Airport, offers rustic rooms furnished with pine-log pieces and a touch of Western charm. The accommodation includes complimentary Wi-Fi, 37-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, pillow-top mattresses, microwaves, mini-fridges, and coffee makers. Guests can enjoy a free breakfast and all-day coffee. The hotel also features an indoor pool, hot tub, and sauna, alongside a patio equipped with a gas fire pit, picnic tables, and a charcoal grill.
Just a 2-minute walk from a light rail station, this straightforward hotel on a busy street is 1.6 kilometres from Salt Lake Temple and 8 kilometres from Red Butte Garden. The stylish rooms, featuring contemporary décor and pillow-top mattresses, offer free Wi-Fi, iPod docks, and flat-screen TVs with premium channels, as well as marble bathrooms, kitchenettes, and sitting areas. A trendy bistro/bar serves breakfast and dinner, while amenities include a gym, an indoor pool, and a hot tub, along with a market and a business centre.
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