8 Day itinerary in United States, North America
Grand Teton
On this wonderful eight-day tour, you will discover some of the most amazing National parks of the west of the US.
By Shawn and Southwest
Overview
Physical Difficulty
Easy
Recommended Age
Everyone
Operated in
English
GUIDANCE
On Some Day Trips
starting point
Salt Lake City
trip type
Private
trip attributes
Skiing/Snowboarding
Hiking
Kayak & Canoe
Rafting
Snorkeling/Diving
Cycling
Nature & Wildlife
Explorer Trips
Start
Night
End
Highlights
Enjoy the nature of Grand Teton National Park
Discover Yellowstone
Learn about the wildlife of the National Parks
Enjoy a boat tour and hiking to Hidden Falls
Enjoy the nature of Grand Teton National Park
Discover Yellowstone
Learn about the wildlife of the National Parks
Enjoy a boat tour and hiking to Hidden Falls
Itinerary
Mid-Range Accommodation
Accommodation Categories
Day 1
Arrive at Salt Lake City
Arrive at the Salt Lake Airport and transfer to the hotel on own by hotel shuttle. The rest of the day is free to explore on your own.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation:
- Mid-Range Accommodation: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Airport
Day 2
Salt Lake City to Jackson
7:00 am pick up at hotel and learn about the unique geology and history of Northern Utah, Southeastern Idaho and Western Wyoming on the way to Jackson, WY. Explore the Gros Ventre Slide area and historic Jackson. Dinner tonight will be at one of the fantastic local restaurants in Jackson.
Guide: Included for the day
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation:
- Mid-Range Accommodation: Elk Country Inn
Day 3
Grand Teton National Park
Enter Grand Teton National Park and start your day with wildlife and photography opportunities at Schwabacher’s Landing and Mormon Row. Arrive in Jenny Lake for a boat tour and hiking to Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point. Next head north to Jackson Lake and Coulter Bay for an afternoon of more hiking and wildlife watching. Return to Jackson for a relaxing evening in town.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- Mid-Range Accommodation: Elk Country Inn
Day 4
Yellowstone National Park
Drive north through Grand Teton to Yellowstone National Park and explore the West Thumb Geyser Basin, Yellowstone Lake, Hayden Valley and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. Then travel over Dunraven Pass and make your way to the Lamar Valley for evening wildlife viewing. Continue along the Scenic Beartooth Hwy to the wonderful small town of Cooke City for overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- Mid-Range Accommodation: Grizzly Lodge
Day 5
Mammoth Hot Spring and Norris Geyser Basin
Return to the Lamar Valley for morning wildlife viewing. Then visit Mammoth Hot Springs and Norris Geyser Basin for hiking and exploring before traveling through the Madison River Valley to West Yellowstone. Evening free on own.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- Mid-Range Accommodation: Kelly Inn-West Yellowstone
Day 6
Fountain Paint Pots & Old Faithful
Today you will focus on the Geyser Basins, explore Fountain Paint Pots, Old Faithful and the Old Faithful Lodge for Lunch. Afterwards, explore Grand Prismatic Spring, Firehole Geyser Basin, Black Sand Basin, and other areas. There will be some great hikes and multiple opportunities to enjoy watching the wildlife within the park.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- Mid-Range Accommodation: Kelly Inn-West Yellowstone
Day 7
Island Park, Big Springs and Mesa Falls
This morning will be spent exploring just outside of Yellowstone NP in Island Park, with stops at Big Springs and Mesa Falls. Continue south through the potato fields of Idaho and then along the shore of the Great Salt Lake. You will return to Salt Lake City by 6:00 pm.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation:
- Mid-Range Accommodation: SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Airport
Day 8
Salt Lake City Departure
Transfer to the Salt Lake Airport on own by hotel shuttle for your departure flight home.
Meals: Breakfast
What’s Included
Accommodation
- SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Airport
- Elk Country Inn
- Grizzly Lodge
- Kelly Inn-West Yellowstone
Meals
- Breakfast (8)
- Lunch (6)
- Dinner (1)
Transport
- Comfortable Transportation
- Airport Transfers
Extras
- Park Entrance Fees
- Applicable Taxes and Fees
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Other meals not mentioned
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$2,940.00 USD