Yellowstone, Tetons & Big Sky Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Casual Hotels
Yellowstone, Tetons & Big Sky Family Multi-Adventure Tour
6 days
5 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Casual Hotels
2025: Jun-Aug
Wyoming & Montana's National Parks from Bozeman to Jackson
Step into a classic Western tale set below granite peaks and in Big Sky Country’s alpine meadows. There's a brilliant supporting cast of horses, wranglers and rangers, but you and your family are the stars.
Highlights
- Visit aptly named Old Faithful and watch the spectacular geyser erupt
- Hike to Artist Point at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone for a picture-perfect view of this geologic marvel
- Paddle the exhilarating white-water rapids of Montana's Gallatin River
- Take in views of the towering Tetons as you ride dedicated bike paths
- Explore quintessential Montana ranchland on horseback
Start Bozeman
End Jackson
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Start your family adventure with a splash! Paddle thrilling Class II–IV rapids down the Gallatin River with expert guides • Feel like you're in a movie? This region is where scenes from Robert Redford's A River Runs Through It were shot • Follow the rapids as they descend into canyons and conquer Mad Mile, the longest stretch of white water in the region • Saddle up for a horseback ride with local wranglers into the beautiful Custer Gallatin National Forest • See the pristine beauty of surrounding ranchland, the Madison River and the Continental Divide • Amble through wildflower-filled meadows and past towering pines as you get a sneak peek at Yellowstone National Park, looming in the distance • Spend the afternoon enjoying a variety of ranch activities—how's your horseshoe throwing?
Nights 1-2
Minutes from Yellowstone's west entrance, this rustic guest ranch is set on 200 acres with stunning mountain vistas. (pool)
Day 3
Hike to the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, the park’s most dramatic feature, where waterfalls cascade over pastel-colored cliffs • Watch for bison and eagles in alpine meadows and stands of lodgepole pines as you make your way to the canyon rim for breathtaking vistas deep into the gorge.
Night 3
Yellowstone's newest lodge, designed with an emphasis on sustainability, features reclaimed pine and stone accents.
Days 4-6
Be wowed by bubbling mud pots, spouting geysers and steaming vents in Yellowstone • Hike through the heart of the park in Upper Geyser Basin, taking in the sights, sounds—and smells!—of this strange geologic wonderland • Check out the fumaroles of Biscuit Basin and legendary Old Faithful Geyser up close • Explore Grand Teton National Park, a paradise of bluebell-strewn meadows, shimmering lakes, thick forests and sawtooth mountains • Perhaps you'll opt for a horseback ride, scenic boat cruise or a fishing excursion • Spin beneath the spine of the Teton Range as we follow the valley floor • Traffic up ahead—watch for roaming bison!
Nights 4-5
Uniquely situated on the picturesque Flat Creek stream and nearby the National Elk Preserve, the wood cabins at this creekside resort blend traditional Western-style designs with elegant finishes. (spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
While the accommodations on this trip reflect the natural surroundings of the national parks and provide unparalleled access to the best activities in the area, some are simpler than is typical of Backroads lodging. Bar N Ranch and Canyon Lodge have basic guest rooms that are not equipped with televisions or air-conditioning; breakfasts and dinners throughout the week may lack variety and tend toward simple ingredients. Overall, the service standards can seem slow and casual when compared with the hospitality found on other Backroads trips. Please note that internet and cell phone service are extremely limited throughout the parks.
The National Park Service limits the size of all groups and Grand Teton National Park doesn't permit guided hiking. Accordingly, in Yellowstone National Park you'll hike and bike in small groups with Backroads leaders. In Grand Teton National Park you'll bike in small groups with Backroads leaders, however you'll hike without Backroads leaders or local guides. Your leaders will provide pre-walk briefings, maps and directions. We appreciate your cooperation with the park's regulations.
Hotels
Adventure-Ready Hotels
Ideally located with ready access to trip activities, our Casual hotels are also known for their character and charm.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
Casual Hotel
Minutes from Yellowstone's west entrance, this rustic guest ranch is set on 200 acres with stunning mountain vistas. (pool)
Night 3
Casual Hotel
Yellowstone's newest lodge, designed with an emphasis on sustainability, features reclaimed pine and stone accents.
Nights 4-5
Casual Hotel
Uniquely situated on the picturesque Flat Creek stream and nearby the National Elk Preserve, the wood cabins at this creekside resort blend traditional Western-style designs with elegant finishes. (spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Redesigned for 2024
- Next gen titanium frame with carbon wheels
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- One of the lightest e-bikes available
- Provides plenty of power and more than enough battery
- Lower top tubes for easier mounting and dismounting
- Upright handlebars only
- Limited availability on Unplugged Bike Tours; learn more
Min. age to ride e-bike: 16+
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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