Ticking off five National Parks in just nine days, delve into the Old West from the peaks of the Grand Tetons, geysers at Yellowstone National Park and spires of Bryce Canyon. Cap it off with a relaxing tram ride through Zion National Park and a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience in Yellowstone National Park.
Locations Visited
Jackson, Grand Teton National Park, West Yellowstone, Yellowstone National Park, Pocatello, Salt Lake City, Bryce Canyon National Park, Springdale, Zion National Park, Grand Canyon National Park, Williams, Las Vegas
Countries Visited
United States
Travel Style
Discovery
Accommodations
8 nights included
Age Requirements
Minimum age 5
Day 1
Get ready for your journey through the Old West and epic national parks in the intrepid adventurer's town of Jackson. Check in to your hotel and enjoy an afternoon strolling past the art galleries in town, ranked as one of the top five art markets in the country, before meeting your fellow travellers for a dinner this evening to kick off your US National Park tour.
Accommodation
49'er Inn & Suites, Jackson
Meals
Dinner
Day 2
See Grand Teton National Park with the shimmering peaks of the Teton range rising up above alpine forests and lakes. The park is famous for its 45-mile-long Teton Mountain Range, including eight peaks over 3,658 m (12,001 ft) in elevation. Several glacier carved lakes dominate the park's landscape, Jenny Lake being the most popular. Grand Teton is a top-notch destination for wildlife sightings including black bears, grey wolves, eagles and elk. This afternoon, opt to sail into the sky on an aerial tram ride to the peak of Rendezvous Mountain offering 360-degree views of the Tetons, Jackson Hole and the Snake River Valley.
Accommodation
49'er Inn & Suites, Jackson
Meals
Breakfast
Day 3
This morning, opt to get on the water for a Snake River Float Adventure. Grand Teton National Park promised mountain peaks, lakes and forests. Explore the alpine landscapes, keeping your camera at hand to capture the picturesque backdrop of the 40-mile long Teton Mountain Range for today's drive. See parts of Yellowstone's lower loop before arriving in West Yellowstone, the gateway to the world's oldest national park and a boon for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages.
Accommodation
Gray Wolf Inn & Suites, West Yellowstone
Meals
Breakfast
Head to Grand Teton National Park for sightseeing of its alpine landscapes featuring eight peaks towering 12,000 feet above. At the Craig Thomas Visitor Centre, gaze out at the Teton Range rising above. Inside the Centre, explore the themes of place, people, preservation, mountaineering and Native Americans as you contemplate the past and future of this park. With your Travel Director enhancing your visit through narrative, drive by Jenny Lake, a glacier-carved lake at the base of the Teton Mountains.
Day 4
See how Yellowstone, America’s first national park, is in a league of its own. From over 500 spouting geysers and bubbling mud pots to turquoise hot springs, this geothermal wonderland is full of surprises. Visit Old Faithful and watch its iconic eruption, then stop at scenic highlights including Norris Geyser Basin and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Keep your eyes peeled for roaming bison, elk and grizzlies along the way. Take part in a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® Experience led by a Yellowstone Forever educator, learning how the reintroduction of wolves helped restore balance to the park’s ecosystem.
Accommodation
Gray Wolf Inn & Suites, West Yellowstone
Meals
Breakfast
Yellowstone National Park. A bucket list destination and a must-see icon. Established as America's first National Park by President Grant in 1872, Yellowstone is famous for its hot springs, bubbling mud pots, vast canyons and lush forests and a variety of terrain including alpine mountains, prairies, valleys and waterfalls as well as a diversity of nature including the hydrothermal features. Explore the Southern Loop of Yellowstone with your Travel Director who shows you the must-sees and highlights, paired with background information of this huge, ever-changing national park. See the splendour of the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone, keep an eye out for bison in Hayden Valley, and witness Old Faithful blow off some steam.
Exterminated from the National Park by the 1920s, wolves were reintroduced in 1995 to restore ecological balance. Join a Yellowstone Forever educator to discover how this predator reshaped the park’s ecosystem. Examine real wolf skulls and pelts during this interactive session, and learn how Yellowstone Forever supports ongoing conservation and education. Your visit directly supports United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 15: Life on Land.
Day 5
Get ready for a taste of all things local on your US National Park tour on your journey to Salt Lake City with a stop in Pocatello for a special Be My Guest experience at Swore Farms. At this family owned and operated farm, meet Wendy, mother, farmer and award-winning author for a tour of the farm and greenhouses followed by lunch. Discover the secrets of Wendy’s family's passion for farming and living a rural lifestyle before travelling south. In Utah’s capital, the center of the Mormon religion, delve into history at the Salt Lake City Temple Square and explore on your own. This evening, join your fellow travellers for dinner.
Accommodation
The Little America Hotel, Salt Lake City
Meals
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
A warm welcome is waiting at family-owned and operated Swore Farms that includes a farm as well as a corn maze and pumpkin patch in the fall. Meet Wendy, who shares in a funny and heartfelt way what the farm means to her family as well as reveals the secrets of local farming over a tour sharing where and how crops are grown. Take a ride through the farm to get a new perspective on local farming, meet familiar farm friends and learn how they enrich the community through healthy, delicious, fresh produce before enjoying lunch in the greenhouse.
Get ready for the key features and local secrets of Utah's capital on an orientation tour with your Travel Director. Check out its Mormon center and Temple Square as you delve into the past of its Mormon settlers.
Day 6
Explore the eerie hoodoo spires of Bryce Canyon National Park in one of the country’s most remarkable landscapes. Admire its deep canyons, juniper pine trees and secret hideaways in an amphitheatre of rusty red, pink and orange limestone spires. This evening, take the opportunity to explore the charming town of Springdale at your leisure. Nestled at the gateway of Zion National Park, this picturesque town is surrounded by towering red cliffs that creating a stunning natural backdrop.
Accommodation
Hampton Inn & Suites
Meals
Breakfast
Hello, hoodoos. As you arrive at Bryce Canyon National Park, enjoy seeing the pink, orange and rusty-red limestone spires, known as hoodoos, rise up from the valley floor. Explore the visitor center to learn more about the history and geology of the park before a scenic drive along Bryce Canyon Road with possible stops at Sunrise Point, Sunset Point and Inspiration Point. You’ll love seeing how Bryce Canyon, home to the largest collection of these spires in the world, is in a league of its own.
Day 7
Zion Canyon promised soaring canyon walls and the winding Virgin River, and your private tram ride along the valley floor will have you delving into some of the park's most treasured spots. Journey through the painted landscape of Northern Arizona on your way to Williams. Along the way, stop at historic Cameron Trading Post, a local landmark where you'll find Native America art, jewelry and Southwest specialties. You day ends with a Stays with Stories experience at the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel.
Accommodation
Grand Canyon Railway
Meals
Breakfast
Unlock geological history as you walk the paths and trails of Zion National Park, following in the footsteps of Native Americans and the earliest pioneers. The lush vegetation, wild rivers, roaring waterfalls and towering cliffs of this park will have you reaching for your camera over and over again. You’ll even drive through the amazing 1.1-mile, sandstone Zion-Mount Carmel Tunnel built from the late 1920s through 1930, when it was the longest tunnel of its type at the time.
From soaring canyon walls to the winding Virgin River, the valley floor of Zion National Park is an endless playground. You’ll explore this wonderous spot on a private 90-minute tram tour along Zion Canyon Scenic Drive – which is closed to private vehicles during the busy summer months. Your knowledgeable park guide will share the rich history of Zion while entertaining you with quirky facts about the park.
Step into a bygone era at refurbished Grand Canyon Railway Hotel which was built to serve passengers on the Santa Fe Railroad in 1908. Next door to the train depot and just a block away from downtown Williams and historic Route 66, you’re in the ideal spot to make the most of the Grand Canyon. Tempt yourself with dining options at the Fred Harvey Restaurant and Spenser’s Pub or relax in the indoor pool and hot tub.
Day 8
Visit one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage site, Grand Canyon National Park. Experience the park on an optional morning flightseeing ride. Then, take in views on the ground as you learn about this natural spectacle. Celebrate your journey with dinner at Fred Harvey restaurant. Enjoy the restaurant’s railroad atmosphere complete with entrées inspired by recipes used on classic American railroads.
Accommodation
Grand Canyon Railway
Meals
Breakfast
Dinner
One of the seven natural wonders of the world and the second most visited national park in the United States. Explore the Visitor Center and get familiar with the history of the Grand Canyon, grab a coffee at a local café and take a walk along the Rim Trail. Keep your camera on-hand as you explore some of the 278 miles of the Colorado River and adjacent canyonlands at one of the most spectacular examples of erosion anywhere in the world with unmatched vistas along its rim.
Day 9
You’re treated to a classic road trip on iconic Route 66. Slice through desert landscapes bound for the desert playground of Las Vegas where you will be transferred to Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport or consider extending your US National Park tour.
Meals
Breakfast
Route 66, home to many Americana landmarks, museums and icons from the bygone days. On your journey along this historic route, stop at Kingman and Seligman - noteworthy towns on Route 66. Learn how although it only existed between 1926 and 1985, Route 66 has become a symbol of the American dream of adventurers and migrants who sought opportunities out west.
Title
Visit Jackson, Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Cameron Trading Post, Williams, Grand Canyon National Park
Visit a farm in Idaho for a tour and hosted lunch
Scenic Cruise Private tram tour through Zion National Park
View Old Faithful and Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone
All porterage and restaurant gratuities
Cherry-picked hotels, all tried and trusted
All hotel tips, charges and local taxes
On occasion, hotels of similar standard and location may be utilised
Audio headsets for flexible sightseeing
An expert Travel Director and professional Driver
Luxury air-conditioned coach with Wi-Fi in most countries or alternative transportation (such as rail journeys)
All transport and transfers shown
Breakfast daily and up to half of your evening meals
Must-see sightseeing and surprise extras
Optional Experiences and free time
Trip Notes
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