Nature in America – Yellowstone and the Grand Teton National Parks
This escorted small group outdoor adventure explores western America’s waterfalls, geysers, towering mountains, glacial lakes and wildlife. Encompassing some of the most awe-inspiring landscapes in the western United States, this short journey takes us from Mormon heartlands to the bubbling mud pools of Yellowstone National Park. For anyone who loves being in the outdoors this is the perfect trip. Discover magnificent rivers, hot springs and waterfalls, visit explosive geysers and walk under towering mountains. Search for the famous Yellowstone wildlife including bison and black bear.
- Yellowstone National Park – Experience the geothermal antics of Old Faithful, discover enormous hot springs and search for wildlife
- Grand Teton National Park – Walk in this landscape of soaring peaks and glacial lakes
- Snake River – Walk along its leafy banks at Idaho Falls or opt to take a float trip and look for bald eagle, moose and elk on the banks
Your Tour Includes
ACCOMMODATION
7 Nights comfortable hotel
EXPERIENCES
Tour Leader
FOOD & DRINK
Breakfast: 5
Trip Pace
Moderate
DAY 1 Join trip in Salt Lake City hotel; drive to Idaho Falls
Meals Provided: None
DAY 2 Visit Mesa Falls; Drive to Yellowstone National Park; walk to Mammoth Springs
Meals Provided: None
DAY 3 Discover Yellowstone's famous geysers, including Old Faithful
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 4 Artist's Point, Mud Volcano and Upper Falls
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 5 Drive through Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks to Jackson Hole; walk on the Hermitage Trail en route
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 6 Optional wildlife float trip on the Snake River; afternoon walk in Grand Teton National Park
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 7 Scenic drive to Salt Lake City; afternoon free to visit Temple Square
Meals Provided: Breakfast
DAY 8 End trip in Salt Lake City
The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Salt Lake City.