Meet your tour director this morning at the hotel. Depart and travel to our Nation's first national park, Yellowstone (est. in 1872). When we arrive at park headquarters we travel under and through the original entrance, Roosevelt Arch. Today we explore the many features of the entire upper loop including Norris Geyser Basin. After an included lunch, we take in the "Grand Canyon" of Yellowstone and explore upper falls and view lower falls, the same vantage point where Thomas Moran captured this magnificent waterway at Artist Point. Later we will traverse the vistas and views of Dunraven Pass, but not before we travel along the meandering Yellowstone River through Hayden Valley. This evening, dinner is included, then the time is yours to explore the western riverside town of Gardiner on your own.

Overnight | The Antler | Gardiner MT

This morning, you will be up bright and "Squirrley" as we are heading for the "Serengeti of the West," Lamar Valley. There you have an opportunity to see and photograph the wildlife that make the Yellowstone ecosystem their home. As a guest to this most remote region of Yellowstone and it's amazing habitat of more than 400 species, you will so enjoy the stunning Panorama of the valley. You'll learn about 5 protected species including grey wolves and grizzly bears (who are at the top of the food chain).  Speaking of food, you will enjoy a leisurely picnic lunch with your guide along the way. Later this afternoon at Mammoth Hot Springs, you will have your first geothermal experience as you walk along the boardwalks amongst the springs and steam vents, sometimes referred to the largest "Tums" in the world! Learning how the ever evolving geothermal/chemical reactions inspire awe and wonder, you'll observe 500 gallons of water a minute spilling across this magnificent terraced landscape. Here at Fort Yellowstone you'll also discover the history about how this land has been preserved as America's first national park. After a day exploring and mingling with wildlife, dinner will be on own this evening.

Overnight | The Antler Lodge | Gardiner MT

Today we venture around the rest of the lower loop and its extensive geothermal features. From steam vents, mud pots and hot springs to towering geyser eruptions. It will be a treat to tickle the senses of sight, sound and smell. Visit Old Faithful village and along the way explore lower and the mid-geyser basin including the magnificent eye of Yellowstone, Grand Prismatic Spring. Lunch will be included at lower geyser basin as you await an Old Faithful geyser eruption. Later this afternoon, we travel along John D Rockefeller Junior Memorial Parkway through Grand Teton NP. Along the way. take in your first views of "Les Trois Tetons" and absorb the wide vistas of Jackson Lake against the backdrop of the Teton range. Dinner will be on your own this evening.

Overnight | The Hatchet Resort | Moran WY

Today we travel through the heart of Grand Teton NP and explore Jenny Lake by foot and by boat. A short hike into Cascade Canyon will reveal beautiful Hidden Falls. As we tour the "inner park road," sites and stops include Oxbow Bend, Snake River overlook. Lunch today will be  included in the park within the shadow of the Tetons. Keep an eye out for wildlife in the park, which may include moose, bear, elk and perhaps the ever elusive pika or the Pronghorn Antelope. This afternoon, we will make our way to Mormon Row and see the historic T. A. Moulton barn, arguably the most photographed building west of the Mississippi, if not the world. Learn the history of the Gros Ventre mountain range and its unique landscape within the Teton region. Tonight dinner will be on your own in Jackson WY.  This evening, we'll have a chance to view more wildlife on our journey back to the Hatchet Resort.

Overnight | The Hatchet Resort | Moran WY

This morning, your next layer of discovery unfolds as we embark upon a float trip down the Snake River from Deadman's Bar to Moose WY. You will likely relish this memory for years to come: we'll meander along the river and learn from a 'river guide' about the Snake River and the journey it takes to the Pacific ocean, all while the grand cathedral-group of the Tetons loom majestically ahead. Water fowl and shore birds will oversee this leg of our trip. After a picture stop or two, enjoy an included picnic Lunch along the way. This afternoon we'll visit the National Museum of Wildlife Art. This evening's dinner will be on your own.

Overnight | The Hatchet Resort | Moran WY

After breakfast this morning, we travel and tour through the Snake River Range and via Oregon Trail country. We then make our way to Fish Haven ID. Enjoy pristine views of Bear Lake the "Caribbean of the West" during your included lunch. Our journey continues this afternoon with a chance to view the wildlife and birds when we visit the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge. Underneath the joint North American and Pacific flyways, this refuge is home to over 200 species of birds. After a brief tour of Salt Lake City, enjoy a farewell Dinner in Salt Lake City.  After dinner, we'll transfer to your hotel for overnight and say farewell to your guide - 'Til we meet again!  

Overnight | Hampton Inn & Suites, SLC Airport | SLC UT

Breakfast is included at the hotel (Hours: TBA).  Airport shuttle transportation is provided by the hotel, available 24 hours a day.  Please be sure to make reservations for your transfer when you arrive the night before. After a Once-in-a-Lifetime experience in Yellowstone-country, you'll want to share each awesome moment with all your children, grandchildren, friends and family.