Montana Vacation
7 Days / 6 Nights
Big Sky, Yellowstone National Park
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Journey to the Old West of Montana and Yellowstone National Park and witness spectacular beauty and awe-inspiring natural wonders. Stay at a rustic dude ranch and go glamping under a star-filled sky. Feel yourself come alive on this active Adventures by Disney vacation that features the great outdoors with horseback riding, fly-fishing and more!
2022 TRIP HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
- Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces
View the dramatic, ever-changing natural limestone formations with a naturalist guide. - Old Faithful Geyser
Marvel at the splendor of the famed geyser renowned for its timely eruptions and stunning rainbows. - Adventures in Grand Teton National Park
Bike the stunning terrain of this beautiful national park or take to the trails on a hike through the majestic scenery. - Artist Point & Grand Canyon of Yellowstone Guided Walk
Take in the surrounding scenic beauty of the Yellowstone River, colorful canyons and the famous Lower Falls. - Snake River Whitewater Rafting
Shoot the rapids and keep watch for eagles and other birds overhead. - Museum of the Rockies
Travel back to when dinosaurs roamed the Big Sky region and see the fossils of animals that once called this land home.
2023 TRIP HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
- Experience Glamping
Discover a glamorous form of camping-glamping! Sleep in a safari-style tent with private bathroom. And enjoy the great outdoors at Yellowstone National Park without ever roughing it! - Stay At A Dude Ranch
Try your hand at being a cowboy or cowgirl! Stay at an authentic dude ranch near the picturesque Gallatin River in Big Sky.
- Go Whitewater Rafting On The Gallatin River
Thrill to this ride down the surging Gallatin River through picturesque areas teeming with Nature's bounty. - Zip Line At Big Sky Resort
With the big sky above you and mighty mountains surrounding you, take in the sights as you zip line. - Visit Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces
Enjoy an up-close look at these spectacular limestone terraces, streaked with rainbow colors. They are an inspiring introduction to the Yellowstone area, filled with geothermal phenomena. - Hike The Grand Canyon Of Yellowstone - And Visit Old Faithful
Take in the splendor of this canyon with its multi-colored walls and deep ravines. See the famous geyser, Old Faithful, which predictably erupts into glorious mists of light. Reach the heights of adventure on this unforgettable grand excursion!
Adventure Daily Itinerary
Day One | 2022
Arrive in Bozeman
Head from the airport to your hotel in Bozeman, Montana, your home base for expeditions into Yellowstone National Park. Your Adventure Guides will discuss what lies ahead on this adventure into one of the most exciting areas in the world.
Kimpton Armory Hotel Bozeman
Check-in and make yourself at home in Bozeman's first and only 4-star hotel. This historic location offers the perfect merging of past and present, honoring the rich heritage of the landmark Armory building. Located in vibrant downtown Bozeman, you’ll enjoy true Montana hospitality as you take advantage of the hotel's team of locals who relish sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for the area.
Museum of the Rockies After-Hours Siebel Dinosaur Complex Tour
Travel back in time for an after-hours tour of the Siebel Dinosaur Complex—home to one of the world’s largest collections of dinosaur fossils. Be awed by the fossils that are the results of discoveries made in and around Montana, including Big Al, one of the most complete Allosaurus ever discovered, as well as a world-class collection of Tyrannosaurus Rex fossils.
After-Hours Welcome Dinner at Museum of the Rockies
Get to know your fellow Adventurers while digging into a delicious buffet dinner in the museum.
Meal Included: Dinner
Day One | 2023
Arrive in Bozeman
Head from the airport to your hotel in Bozeman, Montana, your home base for expeditions into Yellowstone National Park. Your Adventure Guides will discuss what lies ahead on this adventure into one of the most exciting areas in the world.
The Lark, Bozeman
Check-In and make yourself at home in this bright and spacious hotel located right on Main Street in downtown Bozeman. Enjoy a distinctly Montana feel and take advantage of their team of locals who relish sharing their knowledge and enthusiasm for the area.
Museum of the Rockies After-Hours Siebel Dinosaur Complex Tour
Travel back in time for an after-hours tour of the Siebel Dinosaur Complex—home to one of the world’s largest collections of dinosaur fossils. Be awed by the fossils that are the results of discoveries made in and around Montana, including Big Al, one of the most complete Allosaurus ever discovered, as well as a world-class collection of Tyrannosaurus Rex fossils.
After-Hours Welcome Dinner at Museum of the Rockies
Get to know your fellow Adventurers while digging into a delicious buffet dinner in the museum.
Meal Included: Dinner
Day Two | 2022
Early Morning Breakfast
Enjoy breakfast prior to boarding your coach for an adventure-filled day in Yellowstone National Park.
Mammoth Hot Springs TerracesCheck out the dramatic limestone terraces on a privately-led tour with a Local Expert. With the look of caves turned inside out and striped with spectacular colors, these formations were formed when a combination of water, heat and limestone pushed through a rock fracture system. Current geothermal activity is the creative force behind their ever-changing looks.
Picnic LunchTake a rest and enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch with your fellow Adventurers.
Grand Canyon of Yellowstone & Artist PointHead out on a privately guided nature walk into the breathtaking splendor of Yellowstone where a local expert will point out an array of local wildlife, flora and fauna in the area.
Norris Geyser BasinJoin a local expert for a private tour of the Norris Geyser Basin—the hottest and most dynamic geyser basin in all of Yellowstone National Park. As you walk along the Small Loop Trail, you’ll see natural features, including steam vents, geysers and hot springs.
Under Canvas YellowstoneExperience camping like never before! Go glamping at Under Canvas Yellowstone in a safari-style tent while discovering the wonders of Yellowstone. Guests will notice design features throughout the camp that go a long way towards preserving the great outdoors—pull-chain showers, faucets that automatically shut off, low-flow toilets and a towel reuse program. And so that Guests can truly disconnect from technology and reconnect with others, Wi-Fi is not available. To mitigate light pollution and amplify the night sky, low-level lighting is used throughout the camp and there is no electricity in the tents themselves. However, each tent is well-appointed with beds, linens, towels, rugs, safari chairs, battery-powered lanterns, two USB battery packs for charging electronic devices, and for your main source of heat, a wood-burning stove.
Dinner at Under Canvas YellowstoneFeast on a hearty dinner and share tales with fellow Adventurers about your experiences so far on this special Adventure by Disney vacation.
S'mores by the CampfireTop off your evening with fireside s'mores with your Adventure Guides.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day Two | 2023
Early Morning Breakfast
Enjoy a breakfast-to-go prior to boarding your coach from a local Bozeman restaurant, as you head out on an adventure-filled day in Yellowstone National Park.
Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces
Check out the dramatic limestone terraces on a privately-led tour with a Local Expert. With the look of caves turned inside out and striped with spectacular colors, these formations were formed when a combination of water, heat and limestone pushed through a rock fracture system. Current geothermal activity is the creative force behind their ever-changing looks.
Picnic Lunch
Take a rest and enjoy a relaxing picnic lunch with your fellow Adventurers.
Norris Geyser Basin
Join a local expert for a private tour of the Norris Geyser Basin—the hottest and most dynamic geyser basin in all of Yellowstone National Park. As you walk along the Small Loop Trail, you’ll see natural features, including steam vents, geysers and hot springs.
Under Canvas Yellowstone
Experience camping like never before! Go glamping at Under Canvas Yellowstone in a safari-style tent with your own private bathroom with shower. This luxury tent campsite features an onsite restaurant serving unique meals representing the area, and offers a range of fun-filled, family activities. Each tent is well-appointed, containing linens, towels, and furnishings that include beds, rugs, safari chairs, a pellet stove and more.
Private Dinner at Under Canvas Yellowstone
Feast on a hearty BBQ dinner at this amazing cookout where you can share tales with fellow Adventurers about your experiences so far on this special Adventure by Disney vacation.
Stargazing & Stories by the Campfire
Top off your evening with s’mores and wild stories told by Adventure Guides under a star-filled sky.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Three | 2022
Early-Morning Breakfast at Under Canvas YellowstoneStart to your day with an early-morning breakfast to fuel up for the adventures ahead.
Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center VisitExperience the world of grizzly bears and gray wolves on a fun and informative visit to this accredited wildlife park where the residents act as ambassadors for their wild counterparts.
Lunch in West YellowstoneEnjoy a delicious lunch before heading out for your afternoon adventure.
Horseback RidingSaddle up for a horseback ride through some of the most spectacular scenery in the West.
Dinner at Under Canvas YellowstoneEnjoy some well-earned relaxation as you soak in the beauty that surrounds you while enjoying a delicious meal with your family and fellow Adventurers.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day Three | 2023
Breakfast at Under Canvas Yellowstone
Start your day with a real western breakfast and fuel up for the adventure ahead.
Fountain Paint Pot Trail
Take a guided walk with a local expert along the trail that leads to this multicolored mud pot that lies in the lower Geyser Basin and see remarkable hydrothermal features along the way. Discover hot springs, geysers, mud holes and fumaroles, which reveal the extent and variety of Yellowstone's volcanic activity.
Grand Prismatic Spring
Visit Yellowstone National Park’s largest hot spring. This spring boasts a striking deep blue color that turns into a myriad of colors as the water disperses outwardly across its surface.
Picnic Lunch
Enjoy the great outdoors with a picnic-style lunch.
Old Faithful Geyser
Discover the famous Old Faithful, a geyser that earned its name by regularly erupting every 35 to 120 minutes for 1-1/2 to 5 minutes. See the beautiful rainbows in the mist it creates that sprays up to 184 feet. Junior Adventurers can enjoy an exciting interactive geothermal game!
Choose an Afternoon Activity:
- Biking the Back Country - Explore West Yellowstone by bicycle with a local expert so you can soak in the abundance of natural beauty.
- Grizzly & Wolf Discovery Center - Experience the world of grizzly bears and gray wolves in this accredited wildlife park where the residents act as ambassadors for their wild counterparts.
Dinner at Under Canvas Yellowstone
Enjoy some well-earned relaxation as you soak in the beauty that surrounds you while enjoying a delicious meal with your family and fellow Adventurers.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Four | 2022
Breakfast at Under Canvas YellowstoneEnjoy an early morning breakfast and get ready for the action-packed day ahead.
Fountain Paint Pot TrailJoin a local expert on a guided trail walk through the lower Geyser Basin en route to this stunning multicolored mud pot. Along the way you’ll see remarkable hydrothermal features, including hot springs, geysers, mud holes and fumaroles, which reveal the extent and variety of Yellowstone’s volcanic activity.
Grand Prismatic SpringVisit Yellowstone National Park’s largest hot spring, which boasts a striking deep blue color that turns into a myriad of colors as the water disperses outwardly across its surface.
Picnic LunchEnjoy the great outdoors with a picnic-style lunch.
Old Faithful GeyserDiscover the famous Old Faithful, a geyser that earned its name by regularly erupting every 35 to 120 minutes for 1-1/2 to 5 minutes. See the beautiful rainbows in the mist it creates that sprays up to 184 feet.
Coach Transfer to Jackson, WyomingSit back, relax and enjoy the spectacular views of the surrounding scenery as you travel to Jackson, Wyoming.
Arrive at Hotel in Jackson, WyomingAs your Adventure Guides check you into the Jackson Lake Lodge, you can explore all this full-service, eco-friendly lodge has to offer—including its floor-to-ceiling windows that showcase breathtaking views of the majestic Teton Range.
Group Dinner in JacksonGet together with your fellow Adventurers for a group dinner where you can swap stories of your adventurers so far and discuss your adventures still to come!
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day Four | 2023
Breakfast at Under Canvas Yellowstone
Enjoy a robust breakfast and get ready for the action-packed day ahead.
“Grand Canyon of Yellowstone” & Artist Point Nature Walk
Take a privately guided nature walk into the breathtaking splendor of Yellowstone. Learn about the plants and animals that call this gorgeous landscape their home.
Picnic Lunch at Canyon Eatery in Yellowstone
Following your hike, you will be provided with a lunch coupon to dine at Canyon Eatery, a local cafeteria-style restaurant. During your lunch, local park COVID-19 social distancing protocols will be in effect.
Horseback Riding
Saddle up for a horseback ride through some of the most spectacular scenery in the West. As alternatives to horseback riding, Guests can also take a pony ride and wagon ride.
Private Dinner at Huntley Lodge, Big Sky
Enjoy a meal with your fellow Adventurers at the rustic and historic lodge that will be your home for the next three nights.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Five | 2022
Breakfast at the LodgeEnjoy your breakfast while looking out over the picturesque views of the Teton Range from the Mural Room at Jackson Lake Lodge before beginning an exciting day of activities.
Morning Activity Options- Option A
- Option B
- Option C
Fly Fishing
Join local guides who are eager to help you step into the pristine waters and enjoy learning this popular fishing technique while you take in the amazing Wyoming scenery and wildlife that surrounds you.
Early-Morning Walk at Jenny Lake
Join your Adventure Guides for a gentle, post-breakfast morning walk amid the gorgeous scenery of Lake Jenny, which was carved in Cascade Canyon 12,000 years ago by glaciers pushing rock debris. This walk is optional.
Jackson Lake Lodge
Relax and recharge among the scenic beauty that surrounds you and take advantage of the amenities offered at the lodge.
Grab a bite to eat to follow up your morning adventure and fuel up for your fun-filled afternoon.
Snake River Whitewater Rafting TripCapture the spirit of the wilderness as you careen down the Snake River (Class II-III) on this exciting rafting excursion. Be sure to glance up at the sky—you may spot some eagles, herons or osprey looking down at you.
*For guests that do not want to go rafting or do not meet the minimum requirements, a scenic float trip may be available as an alternate option, based on availability.
Join your fellow Adventurers and share stories of your day’s adventures while enjoying a delicious meal.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Five | 2023
Breakfast at Huntley Lodge
Start with the breakfast a cowboy or cowgirl would enjoy—and then you're off to a day of adventures!
Hike to Nearby Ousel Falls
Hike the picturesque Ousel Falls Park Trail and walk among Engelmann Spruce trees as you stroll the paved path through the small canyon with a variety of natural wonders to behold, including dramatic views of the waterfall. Reach the bottom and witness the roaring power of the breathtaking Ousel Falls.
Lunch at Big Sky Resort
Guests will be provided with a lunch voucher to enjoy at your leisure today for use at any of the many on-property lunch spots.
Choose an Activity at Big Sky Resort
Spend the afternoon at Big Sky Resort, engaged in a thrilling activity. Choose between one of the following:
- Adventure Zip Line - Ride a chair up and take in expansive views of Lone Mountain and the Spanish Peaks of the Madison Range. Then, swoop down the mountain, zipping 150 feet (45.72 m) above the forest floor.
- Nature Zip Line - Take a 20-minute hike up Lone Mountain and then zip down, taking in the wooded landscape along the way.
- Lone Peak Expedition - Ride to the summit via chair lift, expedition vehicle and tram with a local expert—and take in the spectacular view.
Montana Dinner at Big Sky Resort
Join your fellow Adventurers in the great outdoors while surrounded by the beautiful mountains, for a private barbecue dinner served alongside a pint of Montana-brewed beer.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day Six | 2022
Breakfast at the LodgeEnjoy your breakfast while looking out over the picturesque views of the Teton Range from the Mural Room at Jackson Lake Lodge before beginning an exciting day of activities.
Grand Teton National Park Bike ExplorationHop on a bike and join a local expert for a tour of this beautiful national park with a stop at the historic T.A. Moulton Barn located in the Teton County Mormon Row Historic District in Grand Teton National Park.
Guests not wanting to bike may enjoy the Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center as well as the surrounding hiking trails on your own.
Group LunchCatch your breath after your morning bike ride as you gather with your fellow Adventurers for a delicious lunch to fuel up for your afternoon activities.
Afternoon On Your Own in Teton VillageSpend a lovely afternoon perusing the quaint shops, galleries and cafés of Teton Village. You’re sure to have a fun time discovering all there is to do in this local area, including taking a scenic ride on the Bridger Gondola that whisks you over 2,700 vertical feet above the valley floor.
Farewell DinnerBid farewell to your fellow Adventurers and to the glorious beauty of Montana and Wyoming as you enjoy a scrumptious dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day Six | 2023
Breakfast at Huntley Lodge
Once again, enjoy breakfast in this rustic restaurant before beginning an exciting day of activities.
MORNING ACTIVITIES
(Guests will switch in the afternoons)
GROUP A
- Fly-Fishing casting lesson – Get casting instruction from an expert fly fisherman at a stocked trout pond. This activity is for Guests with Junior Adventurers 10 years and younger (Children must be accompanied by an adult guardian) OR
- Fly-Fishing and Wade Trip on the Gallatin River – Get casting instruction from an expert fly-fisherman, then venture out to put your newfound fly-fishing skills to the test on the Gallatin River. This activity is for Adventurers 10 years and older.
GROUP B
- Whitewater Rafting on the Gallatin River – Take a thrilling ride through towering rock formations along the Class I–III rapids of the Gallatin River. Located in a canyon surrounded by the mountains of the Gallatin Range, this spectacular river begins at Gallatin Lake in Yellowstone National Park and ends 115 miles (185 km) later at the Missouri River in Three Forks, Montana.
Lunch on Your Own at Resort
Enjoy lunch with your family at your leisure at Big Sky Resort.
AFTERNOON ACTIVITIES
GROUP A
- Whitewater Rafting on the Gallatin River – Take a thrilling ride through towering rock formations along the Class I–III rapids of the Gallatin River. Located in a canyon surrounded by the mountains of the Gallatin Range, this spectacular river begins at Gallatin Lake in Yellowstone National Park and ends 115 miles (185 km) later at the Missouri River in Three Forks, Montana.
GROUP B
- Fly-Fishing casting lesson – Get casting instruction from an expert fly fisherman at a stocked trout pond. This activity is for Guests with Junior Adventurers 10 years and younger (Children must be accompanied by an adult guardian) OR
- Fly-Fishing and Wade Trip on the Gallatin River – Get casting instruction from an expert fly-fisherman, then venture out to put your newfound fly-fishing skills to the test on the Gallatin River. This activity is for Adventurers 10 years and older.
Farewell Barbecue Dinner
Bid farewell to your fellow Adventurers and to the glorious beauty of Montana and Yellowstone National Park as you enjoy a scrumptious barbecue dinner.
Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner
Day Seven | 2022
Breakfast at the LodgeEnjoy a farewell breakfast before you ready yourself for your trip home.
Group Transfer to Airport for Return HomeTransfer to Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) with your fellow Adventurers as you bid farewell to the beauty of Montana and Wyoming… until you return to Montana’s great outdoors again!
Please note: Guests on the June 19 & 22, 2022 departures will transfer to Idaho Falls Airport (IDA) for their return trip home.
Meal Included: Breakfast
Day Seven | 2023
Breakfast at Huntley Lodge
Enjoy a farewell breakfast before you ready yourself for your trip home.
Group Transfer to Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
Transfer to Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) with your fellow Adventurers as you bid farewell to Montana… until you return to Montana’s great outdoors again!
Meals Included: Breakfast
Trip Overview Details
2022 DATES
FLIGHT INFORMATION- Arrive: Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
- Return: Jackson Hole Airport (JAC)
Kimpton Armory Hotel Bozeman
Under Canvas Yellowstone
Jackson Lake Lodge
16 MEALS
6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 6 Dinners
AGES
Minimum Age: 6
Suggested Age: 8+
2023 DATES
FLIGHT INFORMATION- Arrive: Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
- Return: Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN)
The Lark, Bozeman
Yellowstone Under Canvas
Huntley Lodge, Big Sky Resort
16 MEALS
6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 6 Dinners
AGES
Minimum Age: 6
Suggested Age: 8+
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