Yellowstone National Park Group Tour
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More than a tour- a shared adventure through America’s wildest landscapes. We believe that group tours should feel enriching, and unforgettable. Here’s what sets our group Yellowstone experience apart: Small Groups, Big Experience We keep our group sizes intimate and comfortable, so every guest gets personal attention and a chance to connect with nature and fellow travelers. Expert Guides Our guides are Yellowstone experts and passionate storytellers. With deep knowledge of geology, wildlife, and park history. Wildlife Focused We bring high-quality spotting scopes and binoculars for everyone in the group to give you real chances to see bison, bears and more — safely and respectfully. Comfortable Travel Ride in a clean, climate-controlled vehicle, ideal for watching the landscape change around you. Frequent stops and restroom breaks keep the day enjoyable and relaxed.
Your experience
Stop 1
Explore the Heart of America’s First National Park Embark on a full-day adventure through Yellowstone's Lower Loop, where geothermal wonders and iconic wildlife meet breathtaking scenery. This loop covers many of the park’s most famous highlights, making it ideal for first-time visitors and photographers alike. Each tour is unique, highlights may include: Old Faithful Geyser – Witness the world’s most famous geyser erupt on schedule, surrounded by steaming vents and bubbling hot springs. Grand Prismatic Spring – See the vivid rainbow colors of this massive thermal feature. Fountain Paint Pot & Geyser Basins – Walk through a surreal landscape of mud pots, fumaroles, and erupting geysers. Yellowstone Lake – Enjoy the tranquil beauty of the park’s largest body of water, nestled at 7,733 feet above sea level. Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone – Dramatic waterfalls plunging into the colorful canyon carved by the Yellowstone River. Hayden Valley – A prime location to spot wildlife.
Stop 2
Old Faithful Geyser – Witness the world’s most famous geyser erupt on schedule, surrounded by steaming vents and bubbling hot springs. Old Faithful is Yellowstone’s most iconic geothermal feature — and for good reason. Erupting approximately every 60 to 90 minutes, it shoots steaming water up to 180 feet in the air, thrilling visitors with its power and predictability. Surrounded by the vibrant Upper Geyser Basin, Old Faithful is more than a natural spectacle — it’s a symbol of the park itself.
Stop 3
The Grand Prismatic Spring is Yellowstone’s most colorful and visually striking hot spring — and the largest in the United States. Measuring over 370 feet wide, this natural wonder dazzles with intense bands of blue, green, yellow, orange, and red, created by heat-loving microorganisms that thrive in its mineral-rich waters. From the boardwalk, you can feel the steam rise as you walk beside surreal colors, It’s a sight you’ll never forget — and a highlight of any Yellowstone tour.
Stop 4
Fountain Paint Pot & Geyser Basins – Walk through a surreal landscape of mud pots, fumaroles, and erupting geysers. Fountain Paint Pots offer a fascinating look at the park’s diverse geothermal activity — all in one compact, easy-to-walk area. Here, you’ll see bubbling mud pots, steaming fumaroles, boiling hot springs, and small erupting geysers, all within a short loop trail. The mud pots, colored by iron oxides, bubble and blurp like a simmering cauldron — especially active in spring when they’re at their muddiest. The combination of sounds, smells, and colors makes this a truly multi-sensory experience and a favorite stop for geology lovers and curious explorers alike.
Stop 5
Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone – Marvel at dramatic waterfalls plunging into the colorful canyon carved by the Yellowstone River. the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone is a breathtaking natural masterpiece. This dramatic canyon stretches over 20 miles long, plunging up to 1,200 feet deep, with walls painted in striking shades of yellow, orange, and red — the very colors that gave Yellowstone its name. The canyon is home to two spectacular waterfalls: Upper Falls – A thundering 109-foot drop. Lower Falls – A jaw-dropping 308-foot cascade, nearly twice the height of Niagara Falls. From scenic viewpoints like Artist Point, Lookout Point, and Inspiration Point, visitors are treated to some of the most iconic and photographed landscapes in the park.
Stop 6
Yellowstone Lake – Enjoy the tranquil beauty of the park’s largest body of water, nestled at 7,733 feet above sea level covering over 130 square miles. Surrounded by mountains and forests, its deep blue waters offer a peaceful contrast to the park’s geysers and hot springs. But don’t let its calm surface fool you — beneath the lake lies a dynamic geothermal system, with hot springs, fumaroles, and even underwater geysers! In summer, the lake is a haven for wildlife, with chances to see otters, eagles, elk, and grizzly bears along its shores.
Stop 7
Hayden Valley – Once a glacial lake bed, this vast, open landscape of rolling meadows and winding river bends is now a prime location for wildlife viewing. At dawn and dusk, you may spot herds of bison, elk, grizzly bears, wolves, and a variety of birds of prey, including bald eagles. The Yellowstone River meanders through the valley, creating ideal habitat for animals and perfect photo opportunities for visitors.
What’s included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Local guide
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Lunch
- Use of field guides, binoculars and spotting scope
Not included
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees
Before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Minimum age is 8 years old for group tours all ages welcome on private tours
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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