Yellowstone Upper Loop Tour with Lunch

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8 to 10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Discover the wildlife-rich Northern Loop of Yellowstone with a comfortable transportation experience. This tour is a must for animal enthusiasts and nature photographers, offering the chance to explore iconic sites like Lamar Valley, known as "America’s Serengeti," and the scenic Tower-Roosevelt region. Enjoy views of the Yellowstone River and a visit to the unique Mammoth Hot Springs. With professional drivers and binocular rentals included, this full-day adventure lasts between 8-10 hours, ensuring you won’t miss a moment of Yellowstone's natural beauty.

- Explore Lamar Valley, a prime spot for wildlife photography
- Visit the scenic Tower-Roosevelt region and enjoy Yellowstone River views
- Stop at Mammoth Hot Springs to witness geothermal wonders
- Professional drivers provide transport for up to 13 guests, ensuring an intimate experience

What's Included

Binoculars
Boxed lunch (sandwich, drink, cookie, fruit)
Parking Fees

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
30 Yellowstone Ave

Meeting point is the West Yellowstone Visitors Information Center.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Yellowstone National Park

    Travelers will journey through Yellowstone’s Upper loop aboard comfortable transportation and spend the day exploring key natural attractions. They will visit the wildlife‑heavy Lamar Valley, where large herds of bison and other animals are commonly seen, before continuing to the Tower–Roosevelt area for scenic canyon views and opportunities for photography. The experience includes a stop at Mammoth Hot Springs, where guests can walk the boardwalks to view the famous travertine terraces up close. Throughout the tour, travelers will enjoy professional guiding, narrated insights, and time to observe wildlife, capture photos, and appreciate Yellowstone’s diverse landscapes.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Gibbon Falls

    Travelers will stop at an overlook to view and photograph this 84‑foot waterfall along the Gibbon River, enjoying scenic canyon views and a chance to stretch their legs.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Artists Paintpots (Pass by)

    Guests will take an easy walk along the boardwalks to see bubbling mud pots, steam vents, and vibrantly colored geothermal features in this compact thermal area.

    Admission ticket free
  • Norris Geyser Basin (Pass by)

    Visitors will explore part of Yellowstone’s most active and hottest geothermal basin, viewing geysers, steaming vents, and colorful pools while walking designated paths.

    Admission ticket free
  • Mammoth Hot Springs Terraces (Pass by)

    Travelers will walk the boardwalks around the famous travertine terraces, observing constantly changing hot spring formations and learning about their geology and history.

    Admission ticket free
  • Roosevelt Arch (Pass by)

    (Roosevelt Arch (North Entrance) Guests will visit the iconic stone arch at the park’s North Entrance—an ideal spot for photos and a touch of Yellowstone history.

    Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Lamar Valley

    Travelers will drive through and stop within one of the best wildlife‑viewing regions in North America, watching for bison, elk, pronghorn, coyotes, bears, and wolves depending on conditions.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Tower Fall

    Visitors will stop at the viewpoint overlooking this 132‑foot waterfall and enjoy the scenic forested canyon known for both geology and frequent wildlife sightings.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • Artist Point (Pass by)

    If conditions permit, travelers will visit one of Yellowstone’s most famous lookouts for stunning panoramic views of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone and Lower Falls

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Great American Tours

Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Small Group
Adventure Tours

Cancellation Policy

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

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