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This 6-day hiking trip is the perfect way to experience the wild beauty of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks in one unforgettable journey. From steaming geysers, colorful hot springs, and dramatic canyons in Yellowstone to the jagged peaks, alpine lakes, and sweeping valley views of Grand Teton, each day offers a new look at some of the most iconic landscapes in the American West. With a mix of rewarding hikes, scenic drives, wildlife-viewing opportunities, and time to take in the parks’ standout highlights, this itinerary is ideal for travelers looking to explore two legendary national parks at an active but approachable pace.
Day 1
Arrive in Yellowstone and visit Mammoth Hot Springs
Our trip begins in Bozeman, Montana. We rendezvous for orientation at 9am, then set off on the two-hour drive to Yellowstone National Park. Our first stop on our adventure is Mammoth Hot Springs. We drop by the visitor center, watch for the resident elk herd and get our initial glimpse of some of the park’s fascinating thermal features. After our guide-prepared picnic lunch, we start our warmup hike directly from the visitor center. After our hike, we transfer to enjoy dinner in Gardiner. | Overnight: Yellowstone Big Rock Inn or Similar - Gardiner | Drive Time: 3 hrs| Hiking: 4–5.5 miles, Elevation gain/loss: 1,207'
Meals: L,D
Day 2
Lamar Valley Wildlife Safari & Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
Yellowstone is home to more than 50 species of mammals including black and grizzly bears, bison, elk, pronghorn, moose and wolf. The park draws wildlife lovers from all over the world hoping to catch a glimpse of these majestic creatures. We set out on a wildlife-viewing drive at dawn this morning, aiming to reach beautiful and remote Lamar Valley when the animals are most active. After our wildlife adventure, we spend the day exploring the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. We hike the canyon rim and enjoy views of the Yellowstone River far below. We also visit one of Yellowstone’s marquee overlooks, Artist Point, and will admire the falls from a number of sublime vantage points. A quintessential day in Yellowstone! | Overnight: Yellowstone Big Rock Inn or Similar - Gardiner | Drive time: 3 hrs | Hiking: 6.2–7.6 miles, Elevation gain/loss: 1300'
Meals: B,L,D
Day 3
Visit Grand Prismatic Spring. Explore Upper Geyser Basin and view an Old Faithful eruption
No visit to Yellowstone would be complete without exploring the park’s fantastic geothermal features. Still considered an active volcano, reminders of Yellowstone’s violent geological past abound. We start today with a visit to the spectacular Grand Prismatic Spring, the largest hot spring in the nation. The spring's brilliant rings of brown, yellow, blue, green and orange are caused by microbes that live at the edges of the mineral-rich water. We continue to Upper Geyser Basin to explore the many additional geysers, hot springs and fumaroles there and our afternoon culminates as we witness the iconic eruption of Old Faithful. Dinner on our own tonight. | Overnight: Kelly Inn Inn or similar, West Yellowstone | Drive time: 3 hrs | Hiking: 4.5 miles, Elevation gain/loss: 350'
Meals: B,L
Day 4
Hike to the top of Mount Washburn
After a hearty breakfast, we hike to the summit of Mount Washburn (10,223 ft) for 360-degree views of Yellowstone National Park spread out at our feet. While we hike, keep an eye out for the chance to see some bighorn sheep, as they like to frequent the area to graze in the meadows. At the summit, we enjoy views of and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and on the clearest of days we even have the chance to see as far as the Teton Range. The wide trail’s gradual ascent to the fire lookout atop the mountain makes it a great hike to top off our Yellowstone visit. After our hike, we return to West Yellowstone before an early departure toward Grand Teton National Park the following morning. | Overnight: Kelly Inn or similar, West Yellowstone. | Drive Time: 3.5 hrs. | Hiking: 7 miles, Elevation gain/loss: 1,384'.
Day 5
Visit Grand Teton National Park and enjoy a scenic float trip on the Snake River
We head south today toward Grand Teton National Park, its immense granite peaks visible for miles above the plains. Once in the park, we set out on a self-guided hike around Jenny Lake, a glacially carved lake framed by some of the most iconic peaks in the Teton Range. There is time to enjoy the lakeshore, take in the mountain views, and explore the area at your own pace before returning to our waiting vehicle. Today's hike is self-guided due to permit regulations. Later, we take in spectacular views of the South, Middle, and Grand Teton, as well as Mount Moran, during a scenic rafting trip down the Snake River. In addition to the awe-inspiring Teton panoramas, we watch for bald eagles, beavers, moose, and bears along the riverbanks as we float by. We head to Jackson after another incredible day and enjoy one more dinner together. **Authorized permitee of Grand Teton National Park | Overnight: 49er Inn or similar, Jackson | Rafting: 2.5 hour scenic float trip (Class I and II) | Drive Time : 3.5 hrs.
Day 6
Scenic Drive to Historic Mormon Row and Departure from Jackson
Enjoy a leisurely final morning in Jackson, soaking up the relaxed mountain-town atmosphere before our journey comes to a close. We then take one last scenic drive through the wide-open beauty of Jackson Hole to historic Mormon Row, where weathered barns and homesteads sit beneath the towering Teton Range. It is a fitting final glimpse of this remarkable landscape before a 2pm drop-off at Jackson Hole Airport.
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All of our USA tour leaders are certified in First Aid and CPR and registered as official guides with the national parks. All of them are trained to guide hikes. Your tour leader is from the USA and may have grown up here or may have moved here from another country - As many Americans do.
This trip is graded Moderate and is best suited for active travelers who enjoy day hiking and are comfortable walking for several hours at a time on varied terrain. Hikes range from approximately 4 to 7.6 miles, with elevation gains and losses up to around 1,300 feet on some days. Trails may include dirt paths, boardwalks, rocky sections, canyon rims, forested routes, and gradual mountain climbs. The itinerary is active but approachable, with vehicle support between hikes and comfortable hotel or lodge accommodation each night. Travelers should be prepared for changing mountain weather, high elevations, early starts, and full days that combine hiking, scenic drives, wildlife viewing, and sightseeing. A good level of general fitness and previous hiking experience are recommended.
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Quality services at the best price make our active trips great value for money. Having essential items included like National Park fees, accommodations, most meals, bikes for cycling trips, maps and support for peace of mind. Our inclusions allow you to better budget for your big adventure.
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