Salt Lake City Trip Overview
– If you tour with us from 9/10 to 9/13, come to the salt flats to see some of the fastest cars in the world– some driving over 700 mph!
– Stunning Fall colors: If you book a tour for after August 21st, you’ll get to enjoy amazing fall colors in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks.
– Experience wildlife as you’ve never seen it before. Get up-close views of bison, elk, and maybe even bears! (binoculars provided)
– See 13 of Yellowstone’s most famous attractions, including Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Grand Prismatic Springs, and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone more extra!
– Wild West Rodeo: If your tour is between June 18th and August 21st you will have the opportunity to attend a rodeo in nearby West Yellowstone.
– Lake Cruise: Tours booked between July and August will have the unique opportunity of going on a scenic, one-hour boat cruise in Grand Teton National Park.
– Take a soak in natural hot springs!
– We offer personalized tours “2canGo” Packages of flexibility.
Additional Info
Duration: 5 days
Starts: Salt Lake City, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
Explore Salt Lake City Promoted Experiences
What to Expect When Visiting Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
– If you tour with us from 9/10 to 9/13, come to the salt flats to see some of the fastest cars in the world– some driving over 700 mph!
– Stunning Fall colors: If you book a tour for after August 21st, you’ll get to enjoy amazing fall colors in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks.
– Experience wildlife as you’ve never seen it before. Get up-close views of bison, elk, and maybe even bears! (binoculars provided)
– See 13 of Yellowstone’s most famous attractions, including Old Faithful, Mammoth Hot Springs, Grand Prismatic Springs, and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone more extra!
– Wild West Rodeo: If your tour is between June 18th and August 21st you will have the opportunity to attend a rodeo in nearby West Yellowstone.
– Lake Cruise: Tours booked between July and August will have the unique opportunity of going on a scenic, one-hour boat cruise in Grand Teton National Park.
– Take a soak in natural hot springs!
– We offer personalized tours “2canGo” Packages of flexibility.
Itinerary
Day 1: Salt Lake City – State Park Great Salt Lake – Salt Lake City
Pass By: Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, Utah
If you arrive at Salt Lake City Airport before 12:00 PM, where your tour guide pick you up. You will then be taken to the Great Salt Lake and the Salt Flats (approximately a 4-6hr tour), followed by a tour of Salt Lake City, seeing various sites in Salt Lake City, including but not limited to Temple Square, the Utah State Capitol, and the Beehive House. After this day of touring and enjoying all the sights and architecture offered in Salt Lake City, you will get to have dinner and relax at your hotel located right in Salt Lake City.
If you arrive at Salt Lake City Airport after 12:00 PM, you will be taken directly to the Salt Lake City Hotel to rest. If it is too late to visit the attractions, we will not refund the fee.
Restaurant recommendations (At own expense):
1. La Caille. 2. Log Haven. 3. Tuscany Restaurant
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hilton Garden Inn, SpringHill Suites by Marriott, Crystal Inn Hotel & Suites or equivalent depending on guest flight.
Day 2: Salt Lake City – American West Heritage Center – Bear Lake State Park – Jackson Hole – Grand Teton National Park
Stop At: American West Heritage Center, 4025 S Highway 89, Wellsville, UT 84339-9582
Early in the morning, your tour guide will come pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the American West Heritage Center. Here, you will discover what life in the West was like in the 1800s, joining costumed role-players in enjoying hands-on learning as you visit the mountain men encampments, pioneer cabins, and even a turn-of-the-century farm. You will then proceed to Logan, exploring great dining and world-class performing arts like the Utah Festival Opera.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Bear Lake State Park, 940 N Bear Lake Blvd, Garden City, UT 84028
After which you will get the opportunity to drive upon Logan Canyon National Scenic Byway boasts 43 miles of uncrowded scenery with dramatic limestone cliffs, wildflowers, and the Logan River on your way to Jackson, Wyoming. Whether you decide to hike the trails or stop at Beaver Creek Lodge for horseback or all-terrain vehicle rides along the way, everything will be on the way to Bear Lake State Park, a must-go for lunch and afternoon activities. Bear Lake is a deep natural lake that changes color with the sky, and right on its southwest shore is the town of Garden City, most definable by its legendary raspberry shakes and ice cream, within driving distance from Bear Lake no less!
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Jackson Hole, Jackson Hole, Wyoming
A small town with lots to see and do during any season, Jackson is the southern gateway to Grand Teton National Park.
Restaurant recommendations: (Must make a reservation at own expense)
1.Snake River Grill 2. Local Restaurant & Bar, 3. The White Buffalo Club 4.Mangy Moose Steakhouse and Saloon
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Grand Teton National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
The Grand Tetons became a national park in 1929, and we can show you why. We will take you to the best spots for pictures, including the Teton Mountains and Jackson Lake. You will have a great chance of seeing moose, wolves, coyotes, bighorn sheep, mule deer, bison, elk, bison and much more! Take a walk to Inspiration Point or enjoy a scenic stroll around Jenny Lake. Have a picnic, spot a moose or even a grizzly bear and enjoy the serenity of this remarkable place. Take a cruise on Jackson Lake that will literally place you in the shadow of Mount Moran. l
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included
Accommodation included: Cowboy Village Resort near Jackson Park (Jackson Hole), Ranch Inn, or a Ranch on a Wildlife Sanctuary or equivalent
Day 3: Grand Teton National Park – Yellowstone National Park and West Yellowstone
Stop At: Grand Teton National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming
Early in the morning, you will enter the characteristic western town of Jackson Hole before traveling to Grand Teton National Park along the Snake River Valley.
Guests will have the opportunity take a cruise on Jackson Lake, exploring the beautiful scenery all around. This cruise will literally place you in the shadow of Mount Moran. As you take in the sights, the 10,000-year old glacial water flowing into Jackson Lake perhaps being the most prominent one, our knowledgeable guides will continue to brief you with the basics of the history and geology of the area.
Jackson Lake Cruises (05/15 – 09/30/2021), or Yellowstone lake Cruises (06/11 – 09/12/2021)
Horseback Ride overlooking the Tetons, Yellowstone Valley (Pick one of two)
Dates and times are subject to change based on time, weather and trail conditions
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
After basking in the majestic beauty of the Grand Tetons, your adventure will continue at Yellowstone National Park.
Upon reaching Yellowstone and after taking a quick break, your guide will begin taking you to see the most famous landmarks in Yellowstone. Explore the mysterious and quiet forests, the majestic and the beautiful Yellowstone Grand Canyon, the upper waterfall, close-up view of wildlife, and more!
【13 Yellowstone Park Famous attractions】
1. Old Faithful
2. Grand Prismatic Spring
3. Yellowstone Lake
4. The Grand Canyon of the Yellows
5. Mammoth Hot Springs
6. West Thumb Geyser Basin in the Geyser Basin
7. Geyser Basin in Norris Intercontinental Basin
8. Mud Volcano
9. Fishing Bridge Basin
10. Yellowstone River
11. Upper Interval Basin Upper Geyser Basin
12. Upper Midway Geyser Basin
13. Madison River
Please note: we will not visit 13 Yellowstone Park Famous attractions in one day.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: West Yellowstone, West Yellowstone, Montana
Next, we will travel to West Yellowstone. The town of West Yellowstone, located just outside the West Entrance to Yellowstone National Park, is a year-round, family-friendly destination. Nestled among majestic mountain peaks, and surrounded by natural scenic wonders, the town is rich in history and activities. After arriving, you’ll be able to eat dinner and explore the town’s many gift shops. After, we’ll drop you off back at your hotel, giving you time to rest and prepare before the next day’s journey.
Duration: 1 hour
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included(Check in Villa/Chalet without breakfast)
Accommodation included: At Yellowstone Lodge or similar hotels near Yellowstone, or special hotel/villa (upgrade fees applied) or equivalent
Day 4: Continue Visit of Yellowstone National Park
Stop At: Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Wyoming
Your vacation in Yellowstone National Park will continue in the morning. We will be visiting five of thirteen scenic spots in Yellowstone National Park. These will include Yellowstone Lake, the Fishing Bridge, the The Crater, the world famous Old Faithful, the mammoth hot springs, Yellowstone waterfall, and the magnificent Grand Canyon all as options, and based on your preferences, five will be selected accordingly based on circumstance and what is available at the time.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo, 175 Oldroyd Rd, West Yellowstone, MT 59758-8934
After touring these destinations, the group will head over and experience the Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo((06/18 – 08/21) (Except Sunday & Monday): During a rodeo, cowboys and cowgirls put their skills to the test against legendary bulls, bucking broncs, crafty calves and hefty steers. These same cowboys and cowgirls compete in events such as bareback bronc riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, steer roping, saddle bronc riding, calf roping and barrel racing, to name but a few. The rodeo even has all the popular events including Bareback Bronc Riding, Barrel Racing, Bull Riding, Team Roping, Breakaway Roping, Saddle Bronc Riding. Once more, we’ll drop you off at your hotel, giving you time to rest and prepare before the next day’s journey.
Note: If your itinerary date does not work with the schedule of the Wild West Yellowstone Rodeo, your tour will instead take you to Yellowstone Grizzly & Wolf Wildlife Park in the morning the next day.
Duration: 2 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included(Check in Villa/Chalet without breakfast)
Accommodation included: At Yellowstone Lodge or similar hotels near Yellowstone, or special hotel/villa (upgrade fees applied) or equivalent
Day 5: Leave Yellowstone National park—Idaho Falls — Scenic Elk Protected area—Hot Spring Resort — Salt Lake City (SLC)
Stop At: Idaho Falls, Idaho Falls, Idaho
Early in the morning, your tour guide will come pick you up from your hotel, and you will leave Yellowstone. You will drive to Idaho Falls, visiting the longest artificial waterfall in the United States, and head to the nearby Elk Protected area afterward.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: National Elk Refuge, Jackson, WY 83001
After lunch, we’ll stop at various scenic viewpoints within the Elk Protected area. After taking in the wildlife, your tour guide will drive you to a Natural Hot Spring Resort on the way back to Salt Lake City.
Hot Spring temperatures range from 102 degrees to 112 degrees Fahrenheit. The children can play in the pool while the parents relax in the hot springs..
(Notes: If you don’t want to soak in the natural hot spring, your tour guide will take you to Hill Aerospace Museum and Bird Refuge to discover wildlife. This refuge offers some of the most phenomenal waterbird watching in the western U.S)
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Salt Lake City, Salt Lake City, Utah
After not only seeing, but also experiencing the breath-taking views, your group will travel back to Salt Lake City to be dropped off at the airport. You will head back head full of spectacular images and amazing experiences, leaving you yearning to come back for more.
● Salt Lake City Airport (SLC) Drop-off information:
Guests on domestic flights in the United States are requested to schedule departure flights for after 8:00 PM, and guests on international flights are requested to schedule departure flights for after 8:30 PM
● Notification: Due to the complicated road conditions from Yellowstone Park to Salt Lake City, and in order to ensure quality of experience, we regret that we cannot bear all the losses of miss the light caused by the delay of the trip. To be conservative, we suggest you schedule departure flights on the next day.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
• Breakfast: Included(Check in Villa/Chalet without breakfast)
No accommodation included on this day.
