Camping Yosemite & Yellowstone

Day 1 Seattle

Arrive to our joining hotel at any time. Welcome meeting in the evening.

Day 2 Seattle/Coeur D'Alene (L,D)

Our journey begins in Seattle, a magnificent city with a modern skyline of glass skyscrapers. Enjoy a city tour, including famous Pike Place Market, the waterfront park and the Pioneer Square. Idaho welcomes us with beautiful lakes, mountains, rivers, and fertile valleys that glaciers of the last great ice age left behind. In the evening light up a campfire and experience the first night out under the open sky! Approximate Distance: 500 km Estimated Travel Time: 5 hrs

Day 3 Glacier NP (B,L,D)

Explore rugged mountains, picturesque river valleys, high desert plains and distinctive small towns and historic districts as we enter the state of Montana. Visit the famous Bison Range and learn about the American bison that has one of the most dramatic stories regarding human impact on the environment. In the seventeenth century, an estimated 60 million bison roamed the plains of North America yet with the arrival of settlers, the bison were pushed out of their native land and ruthlessly hunted until, by 1890, less than 1,000 animals survived. Chill out and enjoy a picnic lunch at the largest natural freshwater lake west of the Mississippi, Flathead Lake before we enter Glacier National Park and the day with a sunset over the Mountains! Approximate Distance: 450 km Estimated Travel Time: 6 hrs

Day 4 Glacier NP (B,L,D)

With over 50 glaciers in the park and over 200 lakes or streams, Glacier National Park is a must see! Take a shuttle across the Going to the Sun Road, a spectacular 50-mile highway that clings to the edge of the world as cars and bikes cross over the Continental Divide at Logan Pass. Chose from over 730 miles of hiking trails to really enjoy this wonderful park. At the end of the day as you pass through the gates and leave Glacier, you may also be a changed person.

Day 5 Glacier NP/Helena (B,L,D)

Today we visit "The Gates of the Mountains", one of the most widely recognized landmarks of the Lewis and Clark expedition located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains! Great towering walls of limestone still stand guard over the river as we board a comfortable open air boat to discover what nature as to offer. Keep your eyes open for Bighorn sheep and Mountain Goats, Ospreys, Golden or Bald Eagles, vultures and falcons. Approximate Distance: 345 km Estimated Travel Time: 4 hrs

Day 6 Yellowstone NP (B,L,D)

Discover the wonders of Yellowstone, the world's first National Park! Yellowstone is beyond special. Geysers, waterfalls, wildlife and scenic beauty are around every corner for you to explore. In fact, Yellowstone National Park is a super volcano with the world's largest active geyser field, boasting more than 10,000 geysers. The Park is also home to more wild animals than almost anywhere else in the U.S., including roaming bison, gray wolves, elk, black bears and of course the famous grizzly bear! Get a glimpse of these fantastic animals as you don't leave a stone unturned in spectacular Yellowstone! Approximate Distance: 350 km Estimated Travel Time: 4 hrs

Day 7 Yellowstone NP (B,D)

Today explore the Northern Loop in Yellowstone National Park which features beautiful scenery, exciting wildlife and spectacular hydrothermal features. Discover Mammoth Hot Springs, Norris Geyser Basin and the Grand Canyon of Yellowstone!

Day 8 Yellowstone NP (B,L,D)

More highlights await you as the South Loop goes through some of the most famous landmarks of Yellowstone, including Old Faithful, Lake Village and Grant Village.

Day 9 Yellowstone NP/Jackson (B,L)

Drive to Grand Teton National Park and view more than twelve peaks at elevation greater than 12.000 feet! Stop at beautiful Jenny Lake and take an optional boat ride across the lake to discover Hidden Falls and Inspiration Point. Grand Teton National Park highlights are numerous and each offers a better understanding of this natural phenomenon. In the afternoon we reach Jackson. Jackson's Town Square offers unique and upscale modern and western shopping opportunities and marvel at the Square's elk antler arches. Wildlife watching is easy here; elk, deer, and many other small mammals can be found throughout the valley. In the evening step back in time and enjoy a night out with a true Wild Western atmosphere at the One Million Dollar Bar, known world wide for its western dancing and live entertainment! Approximate Distance: 230 km Estimated Travel Time: 3.5 hrs

Day 10 Jackson/Salt Lake City (B,L)

Optional guided wildlife and scenic raft trip down the snake river in Jackson. Leave Yellowstone National Park behind as we continue to Salt Lake City. Orientation tour of Salt Lake City including a scenic drive as we travel to relive the glory at Olympic venues and visit the one of the largest Mormon Temples. Approximate Distance: 440 km Estimated Travel Time: 5 hrs

Day 11 Tonopah (B)

One of the best ways to to experience Nevada is to travel on the "Loneliest Road in America", a fascinating scenic and historic area through a land seemingly untouched by man. In Tonopah step down into the darkness and take the "Underground Adventure" and walk down a mine tunnel. In the evening experience Tonopah's night sky which is considered among the best in the country for stargazing. After the long drive to Tonopah, we give up camping today in favour of a night in a hotel. Approximate Distance: 650 km Estimated Travel Time: 7 hrs

Day 12 Yosemite (L,D)

Marvel at the spectacular views of Yosemite National Park's magnificent peaks and granite domes as you enjoy one of most scenic drives in California: Tioga Pass! Take short hikes to majestic waterfalls, clear lakes, beautiful meadows and walk amongst giant sequoias. With a keen eye, you may be lucky enough to spot black bears, deer or coyotes. Approximate Distance: 385 km Estimated Travel Time: 4.5 hrs

Day 13 Yosemite NP (B,L,D)

Full day to explore Yosemite National Park. Hike the many trails Yosemite has to offer and be inspired by this beautiful and amazing landscape. Option to rent bikes in Yosemite Valley.

Day 14 San Francisco (B,L)

Guided Tour of one of the greatest cities in the world: San Francisco! Discover some of the most iconic attractions such as bustling Fisherman's Wharf or the stately Golden Gate Bridge, a marvel of engineering and deco design. Go back in time and take an optional cable car ride over the steep hills or rent bikes and explore the city on wheels. In the evening optional sunset sailing. For our final night in San Francisco, we stay close to the action in a hotel in the city center. Approximate Distance: 230 km Estimated Travel Time: 3 hrs

Day 15 San Francisco

Depart at any time.