National Geographic Family Journeys: National Parks Family Journey: Yellowstone and Grand Teton (NUYNF)

Countries Visited: United States
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Service Level: Upgraded

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Handpicked, character-rich accommodations with upgraded amenities services

Upgraded and private transport, including flights to maximize time

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Physical Demands Rating: 1 - You'll have to walk around on your own, climb some stairs and carry your own bag. Easy does it.
Group Size: 19
Meals Included: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 1 dinner
Accommodations: Not Availaible

Highlights
Set out on a wildlife safari through Yellowstone's Lamar Valley, where wolves prowl, buffalo roam, and grizzly bears gather, Raft down the Snake River in Grand Teton National Park, and break for a riverfront barbecue, Marvel at the bubbling mud pots, exploding geysers, and steaming hot springs that reveal the wild underground world of the Yellowstone supervolcano, Complete an educational odyssey as you work to earn your junior ranger badges from both parks.

Description
Discover the heart of the American West during a week spent exploring Grand Teton and Yellowstone National Parks. Follow in the footsteps of great explorers as you encounter towering Teton peaks and the dramatic geysers spouting from Yellowstone's spectacular caldera. From vast canyons to alpine lakes, discover rich habitats harboring grizzlies, bison, elk, and elusive gray wolves.

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Tour Operator: G Adventures

Duration: 8 Days

Escorted: Escorted - Yes

Day	Destination	Description
Day 1	Jackson	Day 1 Jackson Arrive in time to meet your fellow travelers for a welcome gathering this evening. Your arrival transfer is included. Included Activities: Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting Transport: You will be transferred from the airport to your start hotel. Arrival Airport Transfer
Day 2	Grand Teton National Park	Day 2 Jackson/Grand Teton National Park (1B, 1L) Spend the day exploring the spectacular peaks and valleys of Grand Teton National Park, beginning in the Moose historic district, where early log-cabin homesteads help tell the stories of the bold fur trappers, mountain men, and female entrepreneurs who settled the region. At the parks Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center, young travelers begin their junior ranger journey. Later, grab an oar for a rafting expedition down the Snake River. As you gently float along, spot mule deer, pronghorn, elk, and moose in the surrounding woodlands and meadows. Break for a riverbank barbecue before returning to Jackson for a relaxing evening. Included Activities: Grand Teton Scenic River Float Transport: Private Vehicle (1.00-1.50 hours, 65km) Private Vehicle (1.00-1.50 hours, 65km)
Day 3	Grand Teton National Park	Day 3 Grand Teton National Park (1B) Board a boat for the ride across Jenny Lake; then set out on a hike in Cascade Canyon-carved by retreating glaciers some 15,000 years ago-and continue to Hidden Falls, plummeting almost a hundred feet into the gorge. This afternoon, saddle up for an optional horseback ride in the shadow of the towering Tetons; or opt for an aquatic adventure, with options to swim, canoe, or kayak in crystal-clear Jackson Lake. Young explorers will also have the opportunity to complete their junior ranger activities and claim their Grand Teton badge! Included Activities: Jenny Lake and Cascade Canyon Hike Transport: Private Vehicle (0.75 hour(s), 35km) Private Vehicle (0.75 hour(s), 40km) Private Vehicle (1.00-1.50 hours, 70km)
Day 4	Yellowstone National Park	Day 4 Grand Teton National Park/Yellowstone National Park (1B) On a morning drive, we'll cross the Continental Divide and travel into the vast caldera of the Yellowstone supervolcano-a volcano capable of a massive eruptions, which Yellowstone has experienced three times in just over two million years. View wisps of steam rising from geothermal hotspots throughout the park-home to about half of the world's geysers. Visit the Old Faithful Visitor Education Center to begin a new junior ranger journey, and gather to watch the famed geyser erupt on the clock. Stroll boardwalks winding between the bubbling and gurgling hot springs and geysers of the Upper Geyser Basin, and peer into the spectacular rainbow-hued Grand Prismatic Spring, where thermophilic bacteria generate incredible shades of yellow, blue, and red. Additional Notes: Please note, the long drive days listed on days 4-7 include multiple stops and are inclusive of all activities described in the day itinerary. Included Activities: Yellowstone National Park Transport: Private Vehicle (9.00 hour(s), 229km)
Day 5	Yellowstone National Park	Day 5 Yellowstone National Park (1B, 1L) Venture out in search of astonishing geological activity and amazing creatures in the Yellowstone wilderness-established as the world's first national park in 1872. Hike in the spectacular Grand Canyon of Yellowstone and see the rushing river and falls; then in the lush Hayden Valley, marvel at the bubbling Mud Volcano and the turbulent waters of the acidic Sulphur Caldron. You'll also have the chance to explore the historic town of Mammoth Hot Springs, home to Yellowstone National Park headquarters; and stop at Roosevelt Lodge, once a tent camp for trappers and explorers. Set out on safari through the sweeping Lamar Valley-known as the "Serengeti of North America" for its high concentration of wildlife, including bison, elk, and elusive wolves and grizzly bears. Additional Notes: There is so much to see and do in Yellowstone National Park and the wildlife is a big part. Based on animal sightings and park ranger feedback, we give our CEOs the opportunity to adjust the order of highlights explored in the park. The activities above will be delivered across day 5 and 6 of this tour. Included Activities: Yellowstone National Park Visit Transport: Private Vehicle (9.00 hour(s), 172km)
Day 7	Jackson	Day 7 Yellowstone National Park/Jackson (1B, 1D) Enjoy a final morning in one of America's most beloved national parks. Descend a wooden boardwalk into the vast Norris Geyser Basin, dotted with colorful pools and steaming fumaroles; then stop by the Old Faithful Visitor Education Center for lunch, where young travelers can claim a Yellowstone junior ranger badge before we return to Jackson. Enjoy a free afternoon to wander the streets of this Old West town, which you may recognize from a number of classic cowboy films. Gather for a farewell dinner to toast your adventures in the great American wilderness. Included Activities: Yellowstone Final Highlights Transport: Private Vehicle (7.50 hour(s), 280km)
Day 8	Jackson	Day 8 Jackson (1B) Depart at any time. Included Activities: Departure Day

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