Yellowstone Adventure: Upper & Lower Loop Tour

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Experience the best of Yellowstone National Park with our 2-Day Upper and Lower Loop Tour. Explore wildlife encounters, short hikes, and boardwalk excursions in the world’s first National Park.

Duration: 2 days

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Day One: Journeying North from Jackson, WY

Grand Teton National Park - The journey begins through Grand Teton National Park, heading north towards Yellowstone. There will be a few brief stops for photography. Entrance fees will be collected at the park gate.
Yellowstone National Park - Entering Yellowstone National Park via the south…

Day One: Journeying North from Jackson, WY

Yellowstone National Park - Entering Yellowstone National Park via the south entrance, entrance fees will be collected here.

Old Faithful - A stop at Old Faithful will allow for witnessing the geyser’s eruption, along with other geysers and thermal features.

Grand Prismatic Spring - A visit to Midway Geyser Basin will include exploring the Grand Prismatic Spring.

Fountain Paint Pot - The Lower Geyser Basin will be explored, showcasing various thermal features.

Firehole Canyon Drive - The scenic Firehole Canyon will be explored, offering beautiful views and a waterfall photo opportunity.

Gibbon Falls - Enjoy the view of this stunning waterfall on the Gibbon River as we drive by.

Gibbon Meadows - Delight in the scenery and the possibility of spotting wildlife.

Norris Geyser Basin - An optional stop to explore Norris Geyser Basin, depending on time constraints.

Golden Gate Canyon - Enjoy the scenery and photo opportunities as the descent from the Yellowstone Plateau towards Mammoth Hot Springs begins.

Mammoth Hot Springs - Explore the terrace formations at Mammoth Hot Springs with short boardwalks and a scenic drive.

Gardiner - Experience the beautiful scenery while descending the Gardiner River Canyon towards Yellowstone’s north entrance in Gardiner, Montana.

Day Two: Heading South from Gardiner, Montana

Mammoth Hot Springs - Another chance to explore Mammoth if time was limited on day one, then onward to Lamar Valley.

Undine Falls - A brief stop at this beautiful waterfall, with some geological points of interest.

Blacktail Plateau Drive - Enjoy the scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities in the Blacktail area of Yellowstone.

Petrified Tree - A quick stop to view and discuss one of the few accessible petrified trees in the park.

Lamar Valley - Delight in the scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities in Lamar Valley, with chances to see grizzly bears, wolves, bison, big horn sheep, and more.

Tower Fall - Stop to explore the Tower Falls area, with photo opportunities, short walks, and chances to see big horn sheep, beautiful views, and fascinating geology.

Canyon Village Area - Enjoy the scenery while traveling over Dunraven Pass towards the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, with photo opportunities and wildlife viewing.

Lower Yellowstone River Falls - Various viewpoints and short walks will offer views of the Lower Falls of the Yellowstone River and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone River, featuring beautiful scenery, waterfalls, and engaging geology.

Upper Falls - A brief stop and short walk to the Brink of the Upper Falls of the Yellowstone River, offering a beautiful waterfall viewing opportunity.

Hayden Valley - Enjoy the scenery and wildlife viewing opportunities in Hayden Valley, where bison, wolves, and grizzly bears are often seen. There will be photo opportunities and stops to view wildlife.

Yellowstone Geysers - Mud Volcano Area - If time permits, a few minutes will be spent exploring the Mud Volcano area; otherwise, it will be passed by due to timing. Interesting thermal features and a short boardwalk walk are available.

Yellowstone Lake - Enjoy the scenery while traveling past Yellowstone Lake, with photo opportunities and wildlife viewing chances.

Jackson - Heading south from Lake Yellowstone towards Jackson, WY, enjoy the beautiful scenery of the southern end of Yellowstone and Grand Teton as the journey returns to Jackson, WY. There will be photography opportunities and chances to view wildlife on the way south.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Waters and granola bars
Lunch
Binoculars and spotting scope provided

What's Not Included

Breakfast
Dinner
Price of Lodging
Park entrance fees
Guide Gratuity

Additional Information

Discover the wonders of both the Upper and Lower Loop of Yellowstone National Park over a delightful two-day overnight tour. This tour is among the most sought-after experiences in Yellowstone. Spend two memorable days in the world’s first National Park, with an overnight stay at a hotel in the quaint town of Gardiner, Montana, or at the Chico Hot…

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings

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Brad_w

Aug 18, 2026

Connie and Brad - Our guide John was fantastic—knowledgeable, engaging, and genuinely enthusiastic about Yellowstone. We saw a wolf, coyote, and herds of Bisons … and we were not tossed! He knew exactly where to go, shared interesting stories and facts throughout the day, and made the experience enjoyable for everyone. We saw and learned far more than we ever could have exploring on our own.

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F436rajasonn

Aug 17, 2026

Great experience with a great guide - We have been planning to come to Yellowstone for years and finally booked a two day guided adventure. We knew some basics about the park but our guide made it worry free and allowed us to avoid all the tourists traps and construction delays along our Grand loop adventure. We would have still enjoyed the Park but our experience woulda have been half as great as it was. Our family loved having an experienced guide with us to lead us through the ins and outs of the park and made sure we hit all the must see areas. Also, if you wanna see animals in the Park .. John is your man .. he is knowledgeable and knows all the areas to hit that maximize your chances for spotting the most animals !! Nothing like seeing an apex predators in the wild … wolves, coyotes and bears. Of course nothing is guaranteed, but John is your best bet for getting you the best experience in the Park ( we hit 2 outta 3 apex predators) .. FIVE STARS John !! thanks again our family will cherish these memories for a lifetime!

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Janina_o

Aug 13, 2026

Very memorable tour with a fantastic tour guide - We experienced a very memorable 2-day tour of Teton Grand and Yellowstone Nat'l Park. Our tour guide, Shane, was a fantastic guide who gave us plenty of information about the places we saw, has a good sense of humor which we enjoyed, has good driving skills and a true professional and very knowledgeable tour guide. Thank you Shane for a very memorable tour.

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Cfisher32809

Aug 12, 2026

An Incredible 2-Day Yellowstone Experience with Joe! - Our 2-day Yellowstone tour with Joe was absolutely incredible! I truly can’t imagine having a better tour guide. Joe was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and made the entire experience so enjoyable for our family. He made sure we saw it all while also making sure we were comfortable, safe, and having an amazing time throughout the entire two days. If you’re considering a Yellowstone tour, I highly recommend doing the 2-day tour. It really is the way to go—you get to experience so much of the park without feeling rushed, and Joe made sure we didn’t miss a thing. Teton Floats is also an incredibly customer-service-focused company. From start to finish, it was clear that they genuinely care about their customers and want you to have the best possible experience. We had an amazing time and would do this tour again in a heartbeat! If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and truly exceptional guide, ask for Joe—you won’t be disappointed!

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Jessicaarden_e

Jul 16, 2026

What an awesome... - What an awesome experience! This two-day tour gives an in-depth view of the parks with lots of opportunities to see animals. Our guide, Eddie, was super personable and knowledgeable, and he made the logistics stress-free and safe. I highly recommend this tour!

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Yuting_p

Jul 15, 2026

Amazing Two-Day Yellowstone Experience - We had a wonderful two-day Yellowstone tour with our guide, John. He was very friendly, knowledgeable, and organized the schedule well. We were able to visit many beautiful sights, learn a lot about Yellowstone, and fully enjoy the amazing scenery. We saw many bison and deer, and even spotted a black bear by the roadside. John also kindly helped us take photos throughout the trip. It was a fantastic experience, and I highly recommend this tour!

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Mich2580

Jul 14, 2026

Family Yellowstone Tour - We had an amazing time on our two day Yellowstone trip and I truly believe it was because of our great tour guide Luke! Luke was professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and really made the two day trip a wonderful experience. He kept a group of various ages engaged, thrilled, and safe for 48hrs. Receiving the edited pictures from the trip so soon after our tour also shows dedication beyond the standard guide. Day one began with an early on time pick up at our hotel door. The sprinter van was comfortable for our six person group. Lunch is provided both days within the tour cost. The drive to Yellowstone allows you amazing views of the Grand Teton mountains and an opportunity to start spotting wildlife. Once we entered the park our focus was on the west side with the geothermal activity. It was so relaxing to sit back and let someone else do all the driving, especially since Luke knew all the spots to hit that may not have been found if you were solo touring. There are plenty of opportunities to stop for restrooms and multiple stops to stretch your legs. Day one ends as you exit the park into Montana, perfect time to stop for pictures with the Arch. We stayed at Chino Hot Springs which was suggested by the tour company. Day two was the highlight of the trip, as we saw so many animals. The tour guides are all tuned into the radio and help each other out detailing where the most activity is. I would highly recommend this tour and company for anyone who wants to minimize the stress of driving and still see all the sights. If your lucky you may also get Luke as your tour guide too.

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J0dee1515

Jul 11, 2026

Awesome two day Yellowstone tour - We did a two day tour of Yellowstone June 28th and 29th. Our guide John P was amazing. His love and knowledgeable of the area and the animals showed during the entire two days. He was very friendly and thoughtful . My husband and I have mobility issues and we were very grateful for his patience and understanding. We saw bison, elk, prong horn and through his scope wolves and bears. The scenery was absolutely beautiful. We even got some snow our second day-June 29th. Yellowstone is so huge and we would have never seen as much on our own. John certainly helped made the two day tour unforgettable.

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Glenn_m

Jul 10, 2026

Bucket list trip - Our tour guide Joe was great,well versed in the history and science of the park.If this is your 1st visit to yellowstone.this tour is the way to go.

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Katiep

Jul 9, 2026

The tour was great and... - The tour was great and let us see a lot of Yellowstone. Eddie was a great guide and driver. He knew the best spots to see things and take pictures. He made sure we got to see Old Faithful and took us around the back so we avoided much of the crowds. He was also great at spotting animals while he drove. We got to see a lot of cool animals including a Grizzly Bear and 2 Moose.

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