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Lower Loop Van Tour from West Yellowstone: Grand Prismatic and Old Faithful

Lower Loop Van Tour from West Yellowstone: Grand Prismatic and Old Faithful

Overview

This Active Van Tour is a great way to see Yellowstone National Park beginning in the fun gateway town of West Yellowstone. The early morning part of the tour explores wildlife haunts in the famous Shadow Canyon of the Madison River. This area is home to bear and elk. Later we hike to an overlook of the famous Grand Prismatic Hot Springs. If you don't feel like walking we find a safe, scenic spot for you to wait for the group near the van. Next we explore the Old Faithful area, including some time at the famous Old Faithful Inn. We continue over the continental divide at Isa Lake and down to the West Thumb Geyser Basin on Yellowstone Lake for a view of some spectacular lakeside thermal pools. Continuing our drive along Yellowstone Lake we arrive in the Hayden Valley where big herds of bison roam. Finally, we arrive at the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone to view the canyon and the amazing falls (one is almost 200 feet tall!). The day concludes back at West Yellowstone.

City: West Yellowstone

Tue 24 Dec

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Starting at $292.00

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Tue 24 Dec

Starting at $292.00

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What's Included

Binoculars

Spotting Scope

Snacks

Lunch

Air-conditioned vehicle

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Face masks required for travellers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Temperature checks for travellers upon arrival

What To Expect

Madison River

Watch wildlife in the early morning along the Madison River.

Grand Prismatic Spring

We hike to a viewpoint of the Grand Prismatic Hot Springs.

Old Faithful

We watch Old Faithful erupt and explore the Upper Geyser Basin as desired. The historic Old Faithful Inn is also of interest to travelers.

West Thumb Geyser Basin

A beautiful geyser basin along the shores of Yellowstone Lake.

Hayden Valley

Wildlife viewing in one of Yellowstone's most iconic valleys.

Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone

Stunning views of the wonderous colors and thundering falls of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (129)

Nathanwib1

Sep 2022

The guide was very knowledgeable about the park and parks history. He was also very nice easy to follow on the park history. Amazing scenery.

643lyndar

Sep 2022

Yellowstone tour in the rain Wow! What a terrific tour. Unfortunately we had the 1st day that it had rained all season!...and it rained all day. But Alex, our tour guide/van driver made it a wonderful experience despite the weather. She picked us up at 7am at our RV campground in a clean and comfortable 12 person van. As soon as all 6 of the other passengers were aboard, we were off. Alex narrated all along the drive, describing the terrain, history, and ecology. She did a great job of picking sites and walks/hikes that fit the varying abilities and interests of her guests. We saw elk, and bison as well as all the geological spectacles of Yellowstone. We arrived at Old Faithful with plenty of time to go into the lodge for coffee or to visit the gift shop. When the guiser went off, I got some great video despite the rain and mist. But my favorite spot was "the devil's voice " - don't miss it! After 8 hours that really flew by, we were dropped off at our RV campground. We highly recommend this tour!

marcsA2607WM

Sep 2022

Without a doubt our guide Emily Joe was the high point. Her knowledge of the history, biology and zoology of Yellowstone made the tour unbelievable. From the great prismatic spring to old faithful with mud pots, lake Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone she made the trip educational and entertaining. My wife and I highly recommend this tour group.