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Yellowstone & Tetons Multi-Adventure Tour

National Park Geysers, Peaks & Canyons

Yellowstone’s geysers meet the Tetons’ jagged peaks in one concentrated slice of the American West. Bike, hike and paddle this land forever shaped by fire and ice, keeping an eye out for bison traffic along the way.

6 days, 5 nights

Casual & Luxury Hotels

Activity Levels 1-3

Couples, Friends & Solos

Also Available for: Families with Kids & Teens

From $5,399 - $5,499/person

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Paddle the Snake River with expert local guides on a trip that blends relaxing stretches with thrilling Class II and III rapids
Bike beneath the jagged peaks of the Tetons on one of the West’s most scenic car-free paths
Hike along the rim of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, where waterfalls carve through layers of colorful volcanic rock
Spot herds of bison grazing in open valleys, ospreys circling above rivers and maybe even a moose wandering willow-lined banks
Unwind in our mix of historic and modern hotels

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Hike/Walk

Kayak

Raft

Sample itinerary. Trip details may vary by departure.

Start Jackson, Wyoming Airport & Travel Details

Welcome to Jackson, once the crossroads of Native American trade and travel routes
Raft thrilling Class II and III rapids on the Snake River with expert river runners
Enjoy lunch at a local favorite brewery in Jackson Hole
Pedal the bike path out of Wilson—the mountains of the Teton Range loom in the distance as you pass sprawling ranches and hillside forests.

Hotel Terra

(Luxury Hotel, 1 night)

Activity Options & Terrain

Exterior view of stone hotel building with metal balconies

Driveway entrance of hotel building with stone pillars and an illuminated sign

Outdoor infinity pool with a red brick hotel building on the right

Wooden bar and lounge with dried animal skulls on the wall

Wide, exterior view of stone hotel buildings with a large grass field in front

Night 1

Hotel Terra

Teton Village

Luxury Hotel

This Teton Village hotel earns Travel + Leisure World’s Best recognition for its clean, contemporary design and strong emphasis on sustainability. Amenities include a rooftop pool and hot tub along with a full‑service spa. (pool, spa)

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Bike through Jackson Hole with the jaw-dropping backdrop of the Teton Mountain Range
Glorious hiking and a scenic boat ride show off Grand Teton National Park, a paradise of flower-strewn meadows, shimmering lakes, thick forests and sawtooth-edged mountains.

Jackson Lake Lodge

(Casual Hotel, 2 nights)

Activity Options & Terrain

Nights 2-3

Jackson Lake Lodge

Grand Teton National Park

Casual Hotel

Floor-to-ceiling 60-foot picture windows frame the Teton Range from the lodge's main gathering spaces, a defining feature of this midcentury landmark in Grand Teton National Park. Public areas are designed for unwinding after a day outdoors, with expansive views across Jackson Lake and frequent wildlife sightings from the property. An outdoor swimming pool offers a simple place to relax in warmer months. (pool)

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Keep an eye out for wondrous wildlife, from elk to eagles and osprey to otters while cycling along Jackson Lake into Yellowstone National Park
Kayak across Yellowstone Lake, taking in views of the geothermal features of West Thumb and the Absaroka Range from the water.

Lake Yellowstone Hotel

(Casual Hotel, 1 night)

Activity Options & Terrain

Bar and lounge with a center shelve full of alcohol bottles and spirits

Exterior view of yellow building with an American flag on a flagpole

Exterior view of large, yellow building with trees and a lake in front

Indoor seating area and lounge with cushioned chairs and dark brown tables

Night 4

Lake Yellowstone Hotel

Yellowstone Lake

Casual Hotel

Set along the shore of its namesake lake, Lake Yellowstone Hotel is a historic property completed in 1891 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Its Colonial Revival design features white columns, a formal lobby and a sunroom overlooking the water. Guest rooms are simple and traditional.

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Hike to the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, one of the park’s most dramatic features, where waterfalls cascade over pastel-colored cliffs
Open meadows lead to the canyon rim with a breathtaking look deep into the gorge
Explore the Upper Geyser Basin on foot, home to more than 20 percent of the world’s geysers
Spot geysers, bubbling mud pots and steaming vents
Watch as Old Faithful shoots thousands of gallons of water more than 100 feet into the air.

Old Faithful Inn

(Casual Hotel, 1 night)

Activity Options & Terrain

Geyser in the middle of a valley, with a large cabin in the background

Large cabin with multiple floors and a large stone chimney and fireplace in the center

Exterior view of wooden cabin with an American flag at the top flag pole

Large cabin dining hall with a large stone fireplace in the background and wooden dining tables throughout the room

Old-style black and yellow wagon in front of a large, wooden cabin building

Night 5

Old Faithful Inn

Yellowstone National Park

Casual Hotel

Built in 1904, this National Historic Landmark has a dramatic seven‑story lobby centered around a stone fireplace. Travel + Leisure described it as "a spectacular log‑and‑shingle château that captures the moment the West went from wild to baroque." Guest rooms are simply furnished and historically styled, and common areas look out over Old Faithful and the Upper Geyser Basin.

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Route & Terrain Notes

The biking on this trip is primarily on paved roads, with some gravel sections and paved bike paths in Grand Teton National Park. Terrain ranges from level to rolling with some longer climbs on the long options. Some road sections can be busy with car traffic. Our hiking routes follow rolling trails through meadows, forest and mountainside, with paved paths and boardwalk sections near geothermal features. Some routes include exposed sections. Most activities on this trip take place at 6,000 to 7,000 feet of altitude. The altitude can make the routes feel more challenging than the mileage may suggest. Backroads is an authorized permittee of the National Park Service.

Day 1

Biking

Level 1

9 miles

200 ft. gain

Level 2

18 miles

500 ft. gain

Rafting

on the Snake River (2 hours)

Day 2

Biking

Level 1

15 miles

300 ft. gain

Level 2

28 miles

700 ft. gain

Level 3

39 miles

1200 ft. gain

Level 4

51 miles

1600 ft. gain

Day 3

Other

Optional Activities in Grand Teton National Park (including Walking & Hiking options of 4–14 miles)

Day 4

Biking

Level 1

11 miles

400 ft. gain

Level 2

23 miles

1200 ft. gain

Kayaking

on Yellowstone Lake (half day)

Day 5

Hiking & Walking

Level 1

4 miles

300 ft. gain

Level 1

5 miles

400 ft. gain

Level 2

6 miles

700 ft. gain

Level 3

8 miles

800 ft. gain

Day 6

Hiking & Walking

Level 1

4 miles

200 ft. gain

Level 2

5 miles

400 ft. gain

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We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Accommodations, Meals & Service Standards

While the accommodations on this trip reflect the natural surroundings of the national parks and provide unparalleled access to the best activities in the area, they are simpler than is typical of Backroads lodging. Many buildings have only been minimally renovated, in accordance with park regulations. Jackson Lake Lodge, Lake Yellowstone Hotel and Old Faithful Inn have basic guest rooms that are not equipped with televisions or air-conditioning; breakfasts and dinners throughout the week may lack variety and tend toward simple ingredients. Overall, the service standards can seem slow and casual when compared with the hospitality found on other Backroads trips. Please note that internet and cell phone service are extremely limited throughout the parks.

Interpretive Guides & Hiking without Your Leaders

The National Park Service limits the size of all groups and Grand Teton National Park doesn’t permit guided hiking. Accordingly, in Yellowstone National Park you’ll hike and bike in small groups with Backroads leaders. In Grand Teton National Park you’ll bike in small groups with Backroads leaders, however you’ll hike without Backroads leaders or local guides. Your leaders will provide pre-walk briefings, maps and directions. We appreciate your cooperation with the park’s regulations.

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