Day 1: Home - Salt Lake City
Today you will take a flight to Salt Lake City, the largest city in Utah. Our enthusiastic and professional tour guide will contact you in advance and wait for you at the airport to go to the hotel. (The pick-up time is 10AM-8PM. For flights arriving at other times, the tour guide will assist you to take the hotel shuttle to the hotel; the hotel check-in time is usually 3pm).
You can also choose the 24-hour paid airport pick-up service.
The paid pick-up information is as follows:
Paid pick-up hours: 10:00-18:00, price: $120/one way (limited to 4 people or less, the price includes driver service fee)
Other hours: 18:01-09:59, price: $150/one way (limited to 4 people or less, the price includes driver service fee).
Day 2: Salt Lake City - Jackson - Grand Teton National Park - Yellowstone National Park - Old Faithful Snow Lodge
Early in the morning, we set out from Salt Lake City and arrived at Jackson, an authentic western cowboy town, which is also a world-famous holiday resort. Don’t miss the Antler Park on Jackson Square in the city center! We will then embark on an in-depth exploration journey to Grand Teton National Park. You will be amazed by the stunning natural scenery. The towering snow-capped mountains, turquoise lakes and abundant wildlife and plants showcase the most primitive and pure beauty of nature. You will get a close-up view of the magnificent Grand Teton glaciers and snow-capped mountains. The majesty and tranquility will be intoxicating. In the afternoon, we will experience the beauty of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem together, filled with natural beauty and spiritual shock! The mysterious and quiet forest, the romantic and charming Yellowstone Lake, and the misty river all make people marvel at the magic of nature.Overnight at wooden house in Yellowstone Scenic Area.
Itinerary:
Salt Lake City → Jackson → Jackson Town Square with Elk Antler Arches (60 mins) → Grand Teton National Park ( Mandatory, 80 mins, the most beautiful Jenny Lake Trail + Jackson Lake Dam Viewing Point) → Yellowstone National Park (Mandatory, 45 mins, go to West Thumb Geyser and other attractions, please refer to the actual arrangement) → Old Faithful Snow Lodge
Notes:
1. Yellowstone Park is a volcanic area, and the geothermal phenomena are surrounded by plank bridges. It takes an average of 30 minutes to walk to each attraction. Please wear comfortable shoes.
2. Yellowstone Park is located in the Rocky Mountains, about 7,000 feet above sea level. In the midsummer of July and August, the morning temperature can sometimes be as low as 4°C, so please keep warm.
3. The East Gate of Yellowstone National Park is expected to open on 05/02/2026. Before that, the following attractions: Upper and Lower Falls, Artist Point, Hayden Canyon, Mud Volcano, Fishing Bridge, and West Thumb Geyser are not available for visit. Please understand.
4. The South Gate of Yellowstone National Park is expected to open on 05/10/2026. Therefore, West Thumb Geyser is still not available for visit from 05/02/2026 to 05/09/2026. Please understand.
*As the itinerary includes a visit to a national park on the day of the trip, to ensure your experience and considering factors such as travel time, road conditions, and visitor volume, the departure and return times on the day of the trip will be subject to the tour guide's actual arrangements.
Only for check-in dates 06/14/2026, 06/15/2026 and 09/22/2026: Guests will stay at the Old Faithful Inn.For all other dates: Accommodation will be arranged at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge.
Day 3: Yellowstone National Park In-depth Tour
We will have a whole day to admire the peculiarity and beauty of Yellowstone. The gift of nature is fully displayed here. Located on the largest super active volcano crater, Yellowstone has more than 10,000 geothermal phenomena and more than 200 waterfalls. The unique ecological environment has nurtured the best giant wildlife habitat in North America. It has more than 60 species of mammals and more than 1,100 species of native plants. Here, you will experience driving a boat on Yellowstone Lake and sailing on the lake. You can easily shoot all kinds of enchanting blockbusters and feel the charm of Yellowstone Park again from the water perspective. The big hand of nature has shaped Yellowstone into the most colorful appearance. Watch the canyons surrounded by clouds and mist, the waterfalls of thousands of horses galloping, the colorful hot springs, the American buffalo and wild deer strolling leisurely on the grassland, and the water birds living by the water. Yellowstone is the home of wild animals, the famous paintings of painters, the beautiful sentences of poets, the eyes of lovers, and the heart of nature. There are always no words to describe the beauty of Yellowstone. We can only rely on our eyes and cameras to measure and remember the intoxicating beauty. Stay in a wooden house in the Yellowstone scenic area at night.
During the opening period of Yellowstone Lake self-driving boat, the itinerary is as follows:
Yellowstone National Park (Mandatory, 6 hours, visit Old Faithful Geyser, Geyser Trail, Grand Prismatic, Morning Glory Pool, Hayden Valley, Upper Falls, Artist Point Geyser Trail, Canyon Village, Mammoth Hot Springs and other attractions. The tour guide will make adjustments according to the actual situation of the day. Please refer to the actual arrangement) → Bridge Bay Marina Boat Driving Experience (Mandatory, 90 mins) → Old Faithful Snow Lodge
During the Yellowstone Lake self-driving boat closure period itinerary:
Yellowstone National Park (Mandatory, 6 hours, visit Old Faithful Geyser, Geyser Trail, Grand Prismatic, Morning Glory Pool, Hayden Valley, Upper Falls, Artist Point Geyser Trail, Canyon Village, Mammoth Hot Springs and other attractions., the tour guide will be adjusted according to the actual situation of the day, please refer to the actual arrangement) → Old Faithful Snow Lodge
Notes:
1. The East Gate of Yellowstone National Park is expected to open on 05/02/2026. Before that, the following attractions: Upper and Lower Falls, Artist Point, Hayden Canyon, Mud Volcano, Fishing Bridge, and West Thumb Geyser will not be accessible for sightseeing. Please understand.
2. The South Gate of Yellowstone National Park is expected to open on 05/10/2026. Therefore, West Thumb Geyser will not be accessible from 05/02/2026 to 05/09/2026. Please understand.
3. Due to weather conditions, Yellowstone Lake may still have ice floes in May. For safety reasons, the expected opening time for self-drive boats on Yellowstone Lake is from June to September each year. Please refer to the actual situation on the tour.
Only for check-in dates 06/15/2026, 06/16/2026 and 09/23/2026: Guests will stay at the Old Faithful Inn.For all other dates: Accommodation will be arranged at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge.
Day 4: Yellowstone National Park - Yellowstone Bear World - Salt Lake City
While you are still intoxicated by the surprises brought to you by yesterday's wonderful trip, we will continue to experience the beauty of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem this morning! Surrounded by blue sky and forests, with rivers winding through, it is like a fairyland! While enjoying the beauty of the fairyland on earth, you can also experience the fun of light hiking in the national park! After fully experiencing the magnificent natural landscape, we will bid farewell to Yellowstone National Park. In the next trip, you can observe the native wildlife of various Greater Yellowstone ecosystems in the park up close in Yellowstone Bear World. This is also the only wildlife park in the United States where tourists can feed bear cubs with bottles. Then return to Salt Lake City.
Itinerary:
Yellowstone National Park (Mandatory, 75 mins, Stop at the Eye of the Earth, Geyser Basin, Palette, and more, the tour guide will make adjustments based on the actual situation of the day, please refer to the actual arrangement) → Yellowstone Bear World (Optional, 75 mins) → Salt Lake City
Airport transfer information:
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC), please book flights departing after 21:00.
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| Salt Lake City International Airport,W Terminal Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84122 Please book a flight departing from Salt Lake City Airport(SLC)after 21:00. The tour guide will arrange for you to take the hotel's shuttle bus or choose Uber to take you to the airport. |
1. Transportation expenses during the trip (the type of vehicle used depends on the number of participants on that day);
2. Accommodation during the trip (the number of nights is equal to the number of days in the trip minus one);
3. Chinese and English speaking service staff (driver + tour guide/driver and tour guide);
4. Breakfast during the trip.
1. Meals during the trip;
2. Transportation costs to and from the departure point;
3. Full-time driver and guide service fee (first day airport pick-up: $10/person/day, 2nd to 4th day: $20/person/day);
4. Personal expenses (such as meals, telephone bills, pay TV and all other personal expenses);
5. Mandatory and self-paid items in the itinerary;
6. Other expenses not listed in the fee inclusions.
Fuel Surcharge: USD 5/person/day for US tours; CAD 5/person/day for Canada tours. Payable to the guide on tour (not applicable on free days or airport transfer-only days).
| Items | Prices | Remark |
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| Yellowstone Bear World | Adult: $27.00 Child (3-10): $14.00 | Includes: taxes, Yellowstone Bear World staff service fees |
| JP-OF4/EY4 Mandatory Fee | Yellowstone Lake boat tours during opening time per person: $180.00 Yellowstone Lake boat closure per person: $155.00 | Yellowstone Lake boat tours during opening time includes: Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone Lake self-driving boat, Grand Teton National Park Yellowstone Lake boat closure includes: Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park |
Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC),W Terminal Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84122 The free pick-up time period on the day of joining the tour is: 10:00-20:00; for guests arriving outside the free pick-up time period, the tour guide will assist you to take the hotel shuttle bus to the hotel.
There is always a non-refundable additional 6% transcation fees once your booking is confirmed. E.g. Free cancellation will still need to be charged a 6% cancellation fee.
| Prior to departure | Penalty charge (% of total tour fee) |
| Less than 9 days prior to departure date (EST) | 100% |
| Less than 16 days but 10 days prior to departure date (EST) | 70% |
| Less than 47 days but 17 days prior to departure date (EST) | 50% |
| 48 days prior to departure date (EST) | 0 |
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The Grand Village cannot change the name, increase or decrease the number of people or the number of rooms within 32 days before departure. |
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Notes:
1. Paid tour fee will NOT be refunded in the case of no-shows on the day of departure.
2. If the guest quit during the trip or fails to participate in any itinerary due to personal reasons (no travel documents, late arrival, illness, accident, etc.), the paid tour fare will not be refunded, and no other services will be compensated.
3. Additional hotel bookings before or after the tour as well as other services are subject to hotel cancellation policy to determine if a refund is possible.
4. In the event of weather, war, strikes and other force majeure that make it impossible to tour, The local tour company will try its best to protect the safety of guests and their property. The local tour company reserves the right to cancel or adjust part or all of the itinerary, and will not bear any direct or indirect responsibility caused by force majeure. The paid tour fee is non-refundable.
Starting January 1, 2026, 11 national parks in the United States will implement an additional admission fee policy for non-U.S. residents (Please click the blue text to view). When entering these national parks, park staff may verify visitors' identities on-site. U.S. residents are required to carry valid identification documents, such as a U.S. passport, driver's license, or green card, for verification.
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Unforgettable!!!
Staying at the Old Faithful Fountain Chalet for two nights was a highlight! It gave us plenty of time to enjoy Yellowstone’s iconic geyser and other nearby attractions without rushing.
Fantastic!!!
Grand Teton National Park took my breath away with its towering peaks and serene landscapes. The knowledgeable guide made the experience even better by sharing interesting facts about the area.
Amazing tour!!!
The small group setting was perfect for exploring Yellowstone and Grand Teton. The itinerary was well-paced, and the self-driving boat on Yellowstone Lake was an unforgettable adventure!
Highly recommend!!!
This 4-day tour was absolutely amazing! Yellowstone’s geothermal features and wildlife were stunning, and staying at the Old Faithful Fountain Chalet made the experience even more special.
Unforgettable experience!!!
This tour exceeded all my expectations! From the incredible natural beauty of Yellowstone and Grand Teton to the convenience of a well-planned itinerary, it was an unforgettable trip.