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Best of Yellowstone & Grand Teton

7 Days Jackson Return
Best of Yellowstone & Grand Teton
Best of Yellowstone & Grand Teton
Best of Yellowstone & Grand Teton

Overview

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Get metaphorically lost in the immense grandeur of Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Park on this seven-day adventure. Using your own two feet (and the occasional boat), awaken your inner explorer as you encounter spectacular canyons, lush forests, serene alpine lakes, hot springs, and dramatic geysers. Don’t get too mesmerized though, you’ll need to be sharp in order to spot the bears, wolves, bison, and elk that roam these storied parks.
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Trip Length
Trip Length

7 Days

Trip Starts
Trip Starts

Jackson

Trip Ends
Trip Ends

Jackson

Countries Visited
Countries Visited:
USA
Trip Style
Trip Style

Classic

Budget
Budget

Affordable

Age Range
Age Range

6-99 Years

Max. Group Size
Max. Group Size

13

Pace
Pace

Leisurely

Guide Style
Guide Style

Fully Guided

Tour Code
Tour Code

NUJY

Itinerary

Arrive at any time. There are no activities planned until an evening welcome meeting.

Included Experiences
  • Meet Your CEO and Group: Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.

Spend the day exploring the spectacular peaks and valleys of Grand Teton National Park. While the striking landscapes and abundant wildlife are the main attraction, today also includes a visit to the Moose historic district, home of the early log-cabin homesteads of the entrepreneurs who settled the region.

Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Experiences
  • Grand Teton National Park Visit: Visit Grand Teton National Park, a natural playground that offers serene landscapes, alluring wildlife, hidden waterfalls, and hundreds of hiking trails throughout the park. Towering above pristine lakes and alpine terrain, the Teton Range includes more than 8 peaks at an elevation greater than 12,000 ft (39370m).
Explore Experiences
Grand Teton National Park
Grand Teton National Park

Begin your hike through Cascade Canyon after a boat ride across Jenny Lake. Continue on to Hidden Falls and make your way to Inspiration Point for the spectacular views. Opt for a horseback ride or a hike around the crystal-clear waters of Jenny Lake.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Included Experiences
  • Jenny Lake and Cascade Canyon Hike: Take a shuttle boat across Jenny Lake; then set out on a hike through the stunning Cascade Canyon carved out by retreating glaciers some 15,000 years ago. Continue on to Hidden Falls - plummeting almost a hundred feet into the gorge - then make a final ascent up to Inspiration Point for views of the lake below. Total Elevation Gain: 450 ft (138m).
  • Free Time: Enjoy free time to explore Grand Teton National Park. Stick to Jackson Lake to canoe, kayak, or swim. Opt to hit another trail on a hike or horseback ride.
Optional Experiences
  • Swim or Hike around Jenny Lake: Grab a swimsuit or your shoes, or both and set off in the peaceful setting of the Tetons. Swim in the clear waters of Jenny Lake or hike around the shore, or a combination of the two.
  • White Water Rafting: Enjoy a 4 hour white water rafting trip on the exciting Snake River. The 8-mile whitewater stretch through the Snake River Canyon takes you through a mix of calm sections where you'll be able to take in the scenery and wildlife, and exciting rapids.

On your way to Yellowstone, stop at Colter Bay for a last chance to view Grand Teton NP. Enjoy your first day getting to know one of America's oldest and most revered national parks. You will spend the next few days exploring the wonders of this dramatic landscape. Yellowstone National Park, known for its hydrothermal pools, geysers and waterfalls, is also home to more wildlife than any other U. S park. Visit West Thumb Geyser Basin, the iconic Old Faithful, and the colorful Grand Prismatic Spring.

Depending on the weather, animal sightings and park ranger feedback, your CEO may adjust the order of the highlights visited through days 4 - 6.
Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Experiences
  • Yellowstone National Park Visit: Make several stops throughout the day. Today the journey is the destination. Geysers, waterfalls, wildlife, and scenic beauty are around every corner just waiting to be explored. In fact, Yellowstone National Park is a super volcano with the world’s largest active geyser field, boasting more than 10,000 geysers. The Park is also home to more wild animals than almost anywhere else in the U.S., including roaming bison, gray wolves, elk, black bears, and, of course, the famous grizzly bear. Spend the day discovering the impressive natural phenomenons within the park.
  • Yellowstone South Loop Excursion: Travel through the Southern Loop of Yellowstone National Park, which features some of the most breathtaking and diverse natural scenery. Watch Old Faithful erupt and take in the geysers in West Thumb with Yellowstone Lake as the backdrop.
Explore Experiences
Yellowstone National Park
Yellowstone National Park

Spend the day exploring the highlights of the northern section of Yellowstone National Park. Visit the terraces of the Mammoth Hot Springs. View the springs, geysers, vents, and mudpots at Artist Paintpots and visit the Norris Geyser Basin to descend a wooden boardwalk and wind your way through the colourful pools and steaming fumaroles of one of the world's most geologically unique environments. Visit the Norris Geyser Basin to descend a wooden boardwalk and wind your way through the colourful pools and steaming fumaroles of one of the world's most geologically unique environments. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for the abundant wildlife that calls this park home, including bison, elk, and the elusive wolves and grizzly bears.

Included Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Included Experiences
  • Norris Geyser Basin Visit: Spend time exploring the otherworldly landscapes of the Norris Geyser Basin. One of the hottest, oldest, and most dynamic of Yellowstone's thermal areas.
  • Yellowstone Northern Loop Excursion: Explore the Northern Loop in Yellowstone National Park, which features beautiful scenery, exciting wildlife, and spectacular hydrothermal features. Tour the ever-maturing Mammoth Hot Springs, walk the Porcelain Basin trail through Norris Geyser Basin, and discover the impressive sites of Yellowstone!

Spend the day exploring more highlights of the park, such as the majestic waterfalls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and the Hayden Valley, which is teeming with life. Once again we'll get to view the crystal waters of Yellowstone Lake.

Included Meals: Breakfast
Included Experiences
  • Yellowstone National Park Visit: Yellowstone National Park is a super volcano with the world’s largest active geyser field, boasting more than 10,000 geysers. The Park is also home to more wild animals than almost anywhere else in the U.S., including roaming bison, gray wolves, elk, black bears, and, of course, the famous grizzly bear. Spend the day discovering the impressive natural phenomenons within the park. The group will visit the impressive waterfalls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and The Hayden Valley teeming with life.

Enjoy a final morning taking in the surreal beauty of the National Park. Travel back to Jackson where the tour ends upon arrival at the start hotel. From there, transfers to the airport can be arranged.

Included Meals: Breakfast

Trip Inclusions

  • Spend a full day exploring underneath Grand Teton’s towering peaks.
  • Take a boat ride across the brilliantly clear water of Jenny Lake.
  • Immerse yourself in Yellowstone with three days of guided exploration.
  • Witness Yellowstone’s world-famous geyser.

  • Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
  • Grand Teton National Park Visit
  • Jenny Lake and Cascade Canyon Hike
  • Yellowstone National Park Visit
  • Yellowstone Northern and Southern Loop Excursion
  • Norris Geyser Basin Visit
  • Private Vehicle, Shuttle Boat, Walking, Hiking
  • CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout

  • Hotels (6 Nights)
  • This trip uses 3-4 star hotels in cities and near park entrances. Our chosen hotels vary in size, character, and amenities, but are of a good standard, and the rooms are double occupancy with a private bathroom.

  • 6 breakfasts, 2 lunches

  • Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
  • Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included.

Operator

G Adventures
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.

On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Style: Classic
Trip Style: Classic

Get the best of both worlds with G's Classic trips as your knowledgeable CEO (Chief Experience Officer) leads you to iconic highlights and hidden gems, while ample free time lets you discover what excites you most. Enjoy included meals showcasing local flavours, plus opportunities to dive deeper into the food scene independently. Stay in comfortable hotels, authentic homestays, and unique accommodations that capture the spirit of each destination.

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Prices & Dates

There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and is not operating this season. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view general release dates for all destinations.

Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.

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