Yellowstone Discovery
Yellowstone Discovery
Aerial view of the city of Bozeman
Jackson, USA
Mount Moran in Grand Teton National Park
$4250
Yellowstone Discovery
7 Days Starting in Bozeman, USA and ending in Jackson (WY), USA
Visiting: Bozeman, Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Jackson
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AYLOZN20
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
20 - 40
Age range:
5-99
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Eco Conscious, Gardens & Nature Tours, Wildlife Tours
Tour Overview
Embark on the "Yellowstone Discovery" tour, a captivating journey through the breathtaking landscapes of the USA's iconic national parks. Begin in Bozeman, where you can explore its historic Main Street or delve into the wonders of the Museum of the Rockies. Venture into Yellowstone National Park, the world's first national park, renowned for its geothermal features and diverse wildlife. Experience the awe of Old Faithful, the vibrant Grand Prismatic Spring, and the majestic Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Enjoy guided hikes, wildlife spotting, and insightful experiences with local experts, including artist John Potter. Conclude your adventure in the stunning Grand Teton National Park, where towering peaks and rich wildlife await. Along the way, savor authentic dining experiences and enjoy the comfort of luxurious accommodations, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable exploration of America's natural wonders.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Bozeman
Location: Bozeman
Accommodation: AC Hotel by Marriott Bozeman Downtown.
Accommodation Name: AC by Marriott Downtown, Bozeman
Meals Included: Dinner
Views of the magnificent Rocky Mountain welcome to you Bozeman. Get to know this charming town with an easy stroll along Main Street. Savor dinner accompanied by wine in the company of your fellow travelers.
Day 2: Enjoy Bozeman Relaxed Start
Location: Bozeman
Accommodation: AC Hotel by Marriott Bozeman Downtown.
Accommodation Name: AC by Marriott Downtown, Bozeman
Meals Included: Breakfast
Let your curiosity be your guide as you explore Bozeman with Insight Choice. Opt to join a guided walking tour of Bozeman’s 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 Bozeman’s 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.
Day 3: Hello Yellowstone!
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation Name: Canyon Lodge, Yellowstone National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Depart Bozeman in the morning and enter the vast wonderland of Yellowstone National Park. The world’s first National Park, Yellowstone spans over 2.2 million acres and is full of natural wonders, geothermal phenomena and diverse, free-roaming wildlife. Spend the afternoon sightseeing and wildlife spotting in Yellowstone with your Travel Director, looking out for wolves, bears, elk and moose. In the late afternoon, join local artist John Potter for an insightful MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience, learning about the natural environment in a whole new way. Potter reveals the park's history, culture and wildlife through his deep artistic and spiritual connection to the land based on the traditions of his Anishinaabe (Ojibwe/Chippewa) ancestors.
Day 4: Mammoth Hot Springs Sightseeing Relaxed Start
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation: Yellowstone National Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Canyon Lodge, Yellowstone National Park
Meals Included: Breakfast
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 Mammoth Hot Springs Historic District at your leisure. Get up close and personal with Fort Yellowstone where 35 structures remain from the 1890's and early 1900's. View the Mail Carrier's Cabin, the only 1800s log structure still standing in Mammoth Hot Springs from the time when mail carriers delivered the mail from railroad distribution points to remote post offices. After this step back in time, your Travel Director reveals more of Yellowstone National Park.
Day 5: Yellowstone's Grand Canyon
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation Name: Grant Village, Yellowstone National Park.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Join Local Expert, Adam Brubaker of Tied to Nature for a private tour of Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Hayden Valley and Lake Yellowstone. Formed by erosion caused by the Yellowstone river, the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone offers views of dramatic colors and shapes as puffs of steam rise from the canyon walls. Making your way along Hayden Valley, watch for herds of bison, elk and the occasional grizzly bear. Lastly, bask in the beauty of Yellowstone Lake, the largest high elevation lake in North America. After learning about the creation of the park’s waterfalls, canyon, wildlife, and human and geological history, enjoy sightseeing in the park with your Travel Director.
Day 6: Yellowstone's Famous Old Faithful
Location: Yellowstone National Park
Accommodation: Yellowstone National Park Lodge
Accommodation Name: Grant Village, Yellowstone National Park.
Meals Included: Breakfast
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 Yellowstone’s most famous geysers. From rising steam to colorful pools and ponds, choose from a variety of hikes from less than a mile to 3.5 miles.
Day 7: Mountain Peaks And The Wild West
Location: Grand Teton National Park, Jackson
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
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 lunch in the private Members Only lounge of the 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.
What's Included
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Yellowstone National Park Exploration
Explore the world's first National Park, Yellowstone, with its vast natural wonders, geothermal phenomena, and diverse wildlife.
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Mammoth Hot Springs Hike
Enjoy a gentle hike on the Mammoth Terraces Trail, passing beautiful and historic hot spring terraces.
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Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone Tour
Join a private tour of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Hayden Valley, and Lake Yellowstone with a Local Expert.
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Old Faithful and Thermal Features
Explore the impressive thermal features around Old Faithful, including colorful pools and ponds.
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Grand Teton National Park Visit
Marvel at the stunning mountain peaks and wildlife in Grand Teton National Park.
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Insight Choice in Bozeman
Choose between a guided walking tour of Bozeman's historic Main Street or a visit to the Museum of the Rockies.
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Make Travel Matter Experience
Learn about Yellowstone's history, culture, and wildlife through the insights of local artist John Potter.
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Hotel and Restaurant Tips
Hotel and restaurant tips are included, along with all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
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Personal Radio Headsets
Personal radio headsets are provided for freedom during visits to famous highlights.
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Complimentary Wi-Fi
Stay connected with complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi where available.
What's Not Included
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Airfare
International and domestic airfare are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Optional Activities
Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.
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Personal Expenses
Items of a personal nature, including souvenirs, laundry, and beverages, are not included.
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Airport Transfers
Airport transfers are not included unless specified.
Dining Summary
- 2 Dinner with Wine (DW)
- 6 Breakfast (B)
- 2 Lunch (L)
Additional Included Highlights
- From time to time, your Travel Director will delight you with an Insight Flourish, which is a local specialty representing the destination.
- Hotel 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.
- Our highly-skilled Travel Director will ensure your journey is seamless, serving as your expert guide, consummate organiser, and friend overseas.
- Personal radio headsets give you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights, without missing any of your Local Expert's fascinating commentary.
- Stay connected with friends and family with our complimentary coach and hotel Wi-Fi (where available).
Insight Experiences
- Jackson: Enjoy access to the Members-Only Lounge.
Well-being
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort aboard a luxurious, air-conditioned 40-seat coach with double the standard legroom, ensuring a relaxing journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks.
Accommodation
Stay at the AC by Marriott Downtown in Bozeman and Canyon Lodge in Yellowstone National Park, offering comfortable and convenient lodging amidst stunning natural landscapes.
Check out our Q&As
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What unique experiences are included in the Yellowstone Discovery tour?
The tour includes a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience with local artist John Potter, who shares insights into the natural environment and cultural history of Yellowstone through his artistic and spiritual connection to the land. Additionally, there is a private tour of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone with Local Expert Adam Brubaker, and access to the Members-Only Lounge at the National Museum of Wildlife Art in Jackson.
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What wildlife can I expect to see during the Yellowstone Discovery tour?
During the tour, you can expect to see a variety of wildlife including bison, wolves, bears, elk, moose, and a large variety of water birds. In Grand Teton National Park, you may also spot grizzly bears, bald eagles, and other wildlife that inhabit the mountainous landscape.
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What are some of the key highlights of the Yellowstone National Park visit on this tour?
Key highlights include visiting the Mammoth Hot Springs, the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, Hayden Valley, Lake Yellowstone, and the famous Old Faithful Geyser. The tour also includes hikes to view the park's geothermal features such as the Grand Prismatic Spring, Turquoise Pool, and Opal Pool.
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What dining experiences are offered during the tour?
The tour offers a dinner at Copper Restaurant in Bozeman, a 3-course lunch at Bullwinkle's Saloon and Eatery in West Yellowstone, and a creative lunch at the National Museum of Wildlife Art's member's only lounge in Jackson, featuring dishes made with seasonal, sustainable, and local ingredients.
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What is the role of the Travel Director during the tour?
The Travel Director ensures a seamless journey by serving as an expert guide, organizer, and friend overseas. They provide commentary during visits to famous highlights, assist with logistics, and ensure the well-being and comfort of travelers throughout the tour.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a tour, including experiences such as missed meals or sightseeing.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1978.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Insight Vacations is a founding member of the TreadRight Foundation, a joint initiative created by the brands within The Travel Corporation (TTC) almost 15 years ago to ensure our impact through tourism is positive. Our ethos to #MakeTravelMatter guides our decision-making at every level of our business.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
You have two options as a solo traveller. Either choose to be matched with a same sex partner for a room share - at no extra cost. Or choose a room of your own with a reduced or even free private room upgrade on select tours.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Insight Vacations requires a minimum deposit of 350 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 90 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of insight vacations charges.
Up to 91 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 90 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 80% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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