Yellowstone Discovery

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7 daysDuration
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48 peopleMaximum group size
5 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Highlights

Yellowstone National Park: Journey into Yellowstone’s northern range with Local Expert Adam Brubaker, naturalist, wildlife photographer and Yellowstone Guide, for an up-close encounter with the park’s extraordinary wildlife.

Yellowstone National Park: The world’s first National Park, Yellowstone spans 2,219,789 acres and even has its own Grand Canyon. The park is home to half of the world’s hydrothermal features, more than 10,000, of which over 300 are geysers. Yellowstone is also a wildlife paradise. Some 1,700 species of plants and 400 species of birds, fish and mammals live in the park, including bison, wolves, bears, elk and moose.

Yellowstone National Park: Explore Yellowstone’s most volatile geothermal area, where steaming vents, hissing fumaroles and kaleidoscopic terraces shape a surreal scene. Your Travel Director will guide you through the terrain surrounding Steamboat Geyser, which can erupt up to 91 m (298 ft) high, taller than the Statue of Liberty, and offers rare insight into Earth’s most dramatic geothermal forces.

Yellowstone National Park: Two gentle hikes offer the chance to admire the views and meander past many of the park's beautiful and historic hot spring terraces. An abundance of wildlife inhabits the area including bears, elk, mule deer, moose, beavers and a large variety of water birds.

Yellowstone National Park: The many sights of this magnificent National Park include its spectacular geysers and bubbling hot springs. A heady mix of open meadows and hills, deep canyons and cascading falls awaits you along with stunning viewpoints from which to admire the park and its surrounding areas.

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone: Carved over thousands of years by the Yellowstone River, this canyon stretches for 32 km and plunges nearly 300 m (984 ft). Its vivid colours come from hydrothermally altered volcanic rock. From Artist Point, take in a commanding view of the Lower Falls, nearly twice the height of Niagara, and a powerful symbol of Yellowstone’s raw geological energy.

Yellowstone National Park: The Park’s Upper Geyser Basin and Midway Geyser Basin are home to some of the world's most spectacular hydrothermal features: Old Faithful Geyser, Opal Pool, Turquoise Pool, Excelsior Geyser Crater and Grand Prismatic Spring.

Yellowstone National Park: >Explore one of the park’s most thermally active areas, where microbial mats thrive in boiling water, colouring Grand Prismatic Spring with vibrant rings. At 110 m (370 ft) wide, it’s the largest hot spring in the US. Discover how thermophiles, heat-loving organisms, reveal clues about early life on Earth and continue to inform cutting-edge scientific research today.

Yellowstone National Park: Famed for its punctual eruptions, Old Faithful earned its name for the regularity of its displays: every 60 to 110 minutes, reaching heights of up to 55 m (180 ft). This geyser has fascinated scientists and visitors alike since 1872, becoming a symbol of Yellowstone’s geothermal wonders and a key site in the park’s early conservation story.

Grand Teton National Park: Travel through a mountainous landscape like no other. Witness the striking Grand Tetons thrust skyward 6,562 feet (2,000 meters) from the valley floor and keenly watch for exciting wildlife that call these mountains home. Including the grizzly bear, bald eagles, moose, bison, and elk.

Itinerary

Unlock the secrets of America’s wilderness on the "Yellowstone Discovery" tour, a seven-day national parks adventure from Bozeman to Jackson. Traverse the legendary Yellowstone and Grand Teton, witnessing geysers, wildlife, and awe-inspiring mountain vistas alongside a knowledgeable Local Expert. The highlight is an in-depth, four-day exploration of Yellowstone—the most comprehensive offered—paired with comfortable group accommodations and the vibrant gateway towns of Big Sky and Jackson. Families and seasoned explorers alike will find this trip’s unique selling point is its immersive approach, guaranteeing both education and excitement amidst the untamed beauty of the American West.

day 1 - Welcome to Bozeman

Views of the magnificent Rocky Mountain welcome to you Bozeman. Get to know this charming town with an easy stroll along Main Street. Savour dinner accompanied by wine in the company of your fellow travellers.

Meals:Dinner with Wine
Location Visited:Bozeman
Accommodation:AC by Marriott Downtown, Bozeman

day 2 - Enjoy Bozeman Relaxed Start

Let your curiosity be your guide as you explore Bozeman with Insight Choice. Opt to join a guided walking tour of Bozemans historic Main Street, once a gathering place for the local indigenous people and an important location in the 1860s gold rush. Enjoy the stories of the colorful characters who helped mold the look and shape of the town as you stroll past historic buildings representing different phases of Bozemans growth. Or, visit the Museum of the Rockies, a world-class cultural and natural history museum renowned for displaying an extensive collection of dinosaur fossils. Get up close to the fully mounted Montana Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton and explore exhibits including Welcome to Yellowstone Country, Enduring Peoples and the Paugh History Hall.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Bozeman
Accommodation:AC by Marriott Downtown, Bozeman

day 3 - Hello Yellowstone

Begin in Big Sky Country and travel toward West Yellowstone, a long-standing gateway to the park since the early 1900s. Inside Yellowstone National Park, pause at Gibbon Falls, where the river descends over ancient volcanic rock. Nearby, Norris Geyser Basin reveals the parks most thermally active terrain, with acidic springs, steam vents and unpredictable geysers offering a close look at Yellowstones powerful geothermal systems.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Bozeman, West Yellowstone, Norris Geyser Basin, Canyon Village
Accommodation:Canyon Lodge, Yellowstone National Park

day 4 - Mammoth Hot Springs Sightseeing

Set out with Local Expert Adam Brubaker, naturalist and photographer, to track Yellowstones iconic wildlife in its natural habitat, from elusive wolves to mighty bison. As you scan the vast landscapes, learn how to spot telltale signs of movement and discover the delicate balance that allows these species to thrive. One of the major geyser basins in Yellowstone, Mammoth Hot Springs terraces invites you to put boots to ground on a gentle hike. The 2.2-mile Mammoth Terraces Trail passes many of the most beautiful and historic hot spring terraces of the park and snakes up to a sweeping outlook. This afternoon, explore Fort Yellowstone, home to 35 remaining buildings from the 1890s and early 1900s, and visit the Mail Carriers Cabin, the only 1800s log structure still standing in Mammoth Hot Springs. After this step back in time, your Travel Director reveals more of Yellowstone National Park.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Canyon Village, Mammoth Hot Springs, Canyon Village
Accommodation:Canyon Lodge, Yellowstone National Park

day 5 - Yellowstone's Grand Canyon

Venture deeper into Yellowstones heart as you journey to the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, where the river has carved a spectacular chasm over millennia. From Artist Point, enjoy a view of the towering Lower Falls framed by the canyons vividly colored volcanic walls. Later, engage in a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER Experience that brings you face-to-face with the living heritage of the Apsalooke Nation. Through the words of Charles Yarlott, Jr., gain powerful insight into his peoples ancestral connection to this land, passed down through oral history and lived tradition. Discover how the Crow people, known for their horsemanship and warrior traditions, preserved their culture and identity through centuries of upheaval.

Meals:Breakfast, Dinner
Location Visited:Canyon Village, Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Old Faithful Geyser
Accommodation:Old Faithful Snow Lodge

day 6 - Yellowstone's Famous Old Faithful

Set off this morning with a hike on the Midway Geyser Loop, strolling along the boardwalks as steam rises from the distant Grand Prismatic Spring - Yellowstone's largest hot spring - and past Turquoise Pool and Opal Pool. Your Travel Director leads the way to Old Faithful showcasing other highlights of the park along the way. After lunch, take your time exploring the many impressive thermal features around Old Faithful, one of Yellowstones most famous geysers. From rising steam to colourful pools and ponds, choose from a variety of hikes from less than a mile to 3.5 miles.

Meals:Breakfast
Location Visited:Old Faithful Geyser, Grand Prismatic Spring, Old Faithful Geyser
Accommodation:Old Faithful Snow Lodge

day 7 - Mountain Peaks and the Wild West

Conclude your journey in Grand Teton National Park to marvel at the stunning mountain peaks as your Travel Director reveals all the best vistas in this wildlife haven. Cap off your adventure with a private lunch at the National Wildlife Art Museum. In the late afternoon, bid farewell to the national parks to transfer to Jackson Hole Airport arriving at 2:00 PM. Please note this time when booking flights or extend your stay in Jackson.

Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Location Visited:Old Faithful Geyser, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson
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Accommodation
AC by Marriott Downtown, Bozeman HotelCanyon Lodge, Yellowstone National Park HotelOld Faithful Snow Lodge HotelHotel and restaurant tips are included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. We also include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.We carry your bags for you and promptly deliver them to your hotel door.Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).We only work with establishments we are confident will consistently adhere to our high well-being standards, which include hotels, restaurants and sight-seeing venues.
Meals
Dinner with WineBreakfast (x6)Lunch (x2)DinnerBozeman: Meet your Travel Director and fellow travelers for a dinner at Copper Restaurant.West Yellowstone: Enjoy a 3-course lunch with one glass of beer/wine included at Bullwinkle's Saloon and Eatery, a local family-owned restaurant.Jackson: Enjoy a creative lunch with a view at the National Museum of Wildlife Art’s private restaurant. Savor inventive dishes made with seasonal, sustainable and local ingredients presented in a creative way overlooking the National Elk Refuge. Try their salad, elk Bolognese lasagna or seasonal vegetarian quiche and lemon posset as dessert.
Transport
Enjoy the comfort of Insight's luxurious, air-conditioned, 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom and onboard washroom. Our customized luxury coaches are sanitized before the start of your tour and are maintained to very high standards. Physical distancing measures have been implemented on our customized luxury coaches.
Guide
From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.Yellowstone National Park: Journey into Yellowstone’s northern range with Local Expert Adam Brubaker, naturalist, wildlife photographer and Yellowstone Guide, for an up-close encounter with the park’s extraordinary wildlife. From elusive wolves to mighty bison, discover the delicate balance of this vast ecosystem. Visit the site of Yellowstone’s historic wolf reintroduction, explore the Lamar Valley and gain fresh insights into America’s first national park.
Others
Choose between two carefully selected activitiesBozeman: Delve into cultural and natural history at the Museum of the Rockies (MOR). Exploring their rotating and permanent exhibits, including Landforms/Lifeforms and Dinosaurs Under the Big Sky, Welcome to Yellowstone Country, Enduring Peoples and the Paugh History Hall. Experience science, art, culture and history. Don’t miss their collection of dinosaur fossils, including the fully mounted Montana Trex skeletons.Bozeman: Walk in the footsteps of Bozeman’s founders on its historic Main Street as you appreciate its place in the history of the West. Once a gathering place for the local indigenous peoples’ tribes, Bozeman also served a vital role during the 1860s gold rush. Hear stories of important figures including John Bozeman, Daniel Rouse, Nelson Story and architect Fred Willson. From wooden shacks to brick beauties, the unique architecture represents different phases of Bozeman’s growth.Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.Bozeman: Delve into cultural and natural history at the Museum of the Rockies (MOR). Exploring their rotating and permanent exhibits, including Landforms/Lifeforms and Dinosaurs Under the Big Sky, Welcome to Yellowstone Country, Enduring Peoples and the Paugh History Hall. Experience science, art, culture and history. Don’t miss their collection of dinosaur fossils, including the fully mounted Montana Trex skeletons.Bozeman: Walk in the footsteps of Bozeman’s founders on its historic Main Street as you appreciate its place in the history of the West. Once a gathering place for the local indigenous peoples’ tribes, Bozeman also served a vital role during the 1860s gold rush. Hear stories of important figures including John Bozeman, Daniel Rouse, Nelson Story and architect Fred Willson. From wooden shacks to brick beauties, the unique architecture represents different phases of Bozeman’s growth.Yellowstone National Park: Hear the living history of Yellowstone from Charles Yarlott, Jr., a storyteller raised in the Crow language. Discover how the Crow people, known for their horsemanship and warrior traditions, preserved their culture and identity through centuries of upheaval. Your visit directly supports the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities.Experience enhanced hygiene protocols to align with the latest guidance following COVID-19. All Travel Directors and Drivers have completed training in enhanced well-being and hygiene protocols.Hand sanitizer is freely available on board for you to use throughout the day.

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Bruce R.Verified Traveler
3.0 out of 5

Starts in Bozeman, MT. A typical small, and quaint western town. Not much to see or do there and the guided tour was "so-so". The parks were the attraction for me and I got to see just about everything I wanted. Lodging within the parks was simply "OK", not great. The final day viewing the Grand Tetons was very nice.

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BildadVerified Traveler
5.0 out of 5

This is a concentrated 4 days inside the park, rather than the more typical in-and-out day or two with a wave to Old Faithful. Good balance of free and scheduled time, and of sightseeing opportunities throughout the park. Be aware the in-park lodge accommodations in this itinerary, while fairly new and clean, may not offer some modern amenities like air conditioning, TV, or reliable Internet or wifi. But you are there to enjoy the outdoor experience, not in-room luxury anyway.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
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The itinerary covered all of the most popular sites within the park; Old Faithful, grand prismatic spring, Grand Canyon of Yellowstone along with abundant wildlife.

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
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Would have enjoyed 1or 2 days extra in Jackson

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AnonymousVerified Traveler
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The stay in Bozman should have been 1 night not 2. We had too much time by ourselves to find things to do. Wished we stayed a night in Jackson at the end.

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