Yellowstone & Grand Tetons

Today starts bright and early and is all about Yellowstone National Park. Our private tour will be led by an expert naturalist from Teton Science School's Wildlife Expeditions program, the best nature tour operator in the business. You'll ride in a safari-style vehicle complete with binoculars and spotting scopes (which help you enjoy close up views of local wildlife without disturbing them) and we will make stops along the way to view and learn about the wildlife and geologic features of the park. The stops will include a geyser walk at Old Faithful, a delicious picnic by the Firehole River, the majestic waterfalls of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, and the Hayden Valley where bison and other wildlife roam. Each journey to this amazing national park is a unique experience that you will remember for a lifetime. You'll arrive back at Jackson Lake Lodge just in time for dinner. Tonight you are free to dine at your leisure, perhaps on the deck at the Blue Heron Lounge to complete this picturesque day.

Today we will get back on the bike as we depart Jackson Lake Lodge and reverse our tracks through Grand Teton National Park. Get your own photo of the iconic Mormon Row homesteads with the Teton Range in the background. If you're lucky, you may see a herd of bison roaming the grasslands as you make your way to lunch at a little known cafe with fantastic sandwiches and the best views around. If you are up for more miles, after lunch, you'll follow the bike path past the National Elk Refuge and cruise through downtown Jackson en route to the Snow King Hotel, our home for the next three nights. Tonight, we'll head to Hatch Taqueria, which is famous for it's inventive tacos and tequila selection.

Get your thrills on the mighty Snake River this morning as our premier local outfitter, Barker Ewing, takes us through eight miles of whitewater in the Snake River Canyon. Yes, you will get wet, but it will be worth it. Dry off, enjoy lunch on your own at a Jackson cafe, and take a breather to decide how you'd like to spend the afternoon. The choices are boundless: Take a bike ride, go horseback riding or fly fishing, relax by the hotel pool, visit the Jackson Hole Historical Society and Museum, or browse the many galleries and shops that surround the town square. Dinner is also on your own tonight, so take advantage of the freedom to pack as much into this day as you'd like. Please note that horseback riding and fly fishing are not included in the trip price, but your guides will be happy to help you arrange these activities.

Today we'll follow a meandering bike path toward the town of Wilson keeping an eye out for the resident moose who are often seen munching on the willows along the way. In Wilson, you can kick your feet up and enjoy an espresso by the river or continue riding along a quiet undulating road to Red Top Meadows. Whatever you choose, we'll all reconvene in Teton Village where you will have a chance to explore on your own and enjoy lunch at a restaurant of your choosing. If the weather cooperates, take the gondola to the top of the ski runs where you can take in the views with a short hike before heading back down. Afterwards, follow the bike paths back to the hotel or hop in the van for the trip back to Jackson. We'll gather for a farewell social hour and dinner this evening to share our stories from this adventure. Three cheers to our national parks, new friends, and memories of a lifetime.

This morning, refresh your legs with an early morning spin. Once again, this ride is mostly on a bike path. We'll do a simple, yet scenic loop south of town before saying our final farewells. Or, if you prefer, you can linger over your morning coffee or head into town for last minute souvenirs. Bid farewell to your guides at the hotel at 11:00 AM. We are sure you'll agree that Yellowstone, Jackson and the Grand Tetons have been wonderful hosts, putting Mother Nature's best on display.