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Yellowstone Private Upper Loop Tour with Lunch

10 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 10 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Gardiner, USA

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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

Overview

The Upper Loop tour will take you to a great variety of places, from thermal basins to the highest road in Yellowstone. The stars of this tour include Mammoth Hot Springs, the Norris Geyser Basin, Dunraven Pass, and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone. Additionally, there are ample wildlife viewing opportunities along this route. Let us provide you with a memorable adventure! We will take you into the wild and out of the ordinary.

What's Included

  • Lunch Made to order Gourmet box lunches: Choice of Turkey, Roast Beef, Ham, BLA or Veggie Sandwiches served with a pickle spear, hand fruit, potato salad, giant cookie, & chips, condiments on the side
  • Snacks Healthy snacks like Kind bars & trail mix
  • Bottled water plenty of water for the day
  • Tour does not include NPS Entrance Fees--International fees are also extra. A Yellowstone NPS or ALL Park Pass will work for Americans with us for 4 people- International Travelers pay extra
  • Guide gratuities are not included /gratuities are greatly appreciated
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Be sure to let us know where you are staying so we can pick you up,Pickup within 15 miles of Gardiner for any further please contact us before booking or you will need to meet at the Office area in Gardiner. We do pick up at Mammoth Hot Springs Hotel & Cabins.

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906 Scott Street West
Gardiner, MT 59030, USA

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Roosevelt Arch

This Arch was built as the first and only year round entrance to Yellowstone National Park and dedicated by President Roosevelt as the first National Park
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Upper Falls

You will explore with your Guide the Upper & Lower Falls located in the Canyon area
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Brink of the Lower Falls Trail

You will enjoy the Upper & Lower Falls in the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone Area
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

You will explore the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone; Picturesque landscapes with some walking if you like.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hayden Valley

Time permitting, your Guide may take you to Hayden Valley to spot for wolves & Grizzley Bears
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tower Fall

You will travel from the Canyon area over Dunraven Pass and stopping to explore Tower Falls on the other side. There are often bears and other mammals in this area. From here you will explore the Roosevelt Junction area then travel North to Mammoth Hot Springs with stops for wildlife spotting along the way.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mammoth Hot Springs

Your expert Guide will provide some time to explore the Mammoth Hot Springs Historical town and Thermal Terraces. While providing Historical, Geological, and ecological information. You can quite often see wildlife in around this area of Yellowstone National Park Time permitting your Guide may take you to the Mammoth Visitors Center.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Yellowstone Private Upper Loop Tour with Lunch?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MDT). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • LunchMade to order Gourmet box lunches: Choice of Turkey, Roast Beef, Ham, BLA or Veggie Sandwiches served with a pickle spear, hand fruit, potato salad, giant cookie, & chips, condiments on the side
  • SnacksHealthy snacks like Kind bars & trail mix
  • Bottled waterplenty of water for the day
  • NPS entry fees are included
  • We provide high powered binoculars & spotting scopes for your use
  • Tour does not include NPS Entrance Fees--International fees are also extra. A Yellowstone NPS or ALL Park Pass will work for Americans with us for 4 people- International Travelers pay extra
  • Guide gratuities are not included /gratuities are greatly appreciated

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operated by a business

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