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Yellowstone Grand Loop Tour: Upper and Lower Loop Highlights

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| West Yellowstone, USA
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10 to 12 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the breathtaking wonders of Yellowstone in a single day as you explore the iconic highlights from both the Upper and Lower loops. This comprehensive tour takes you to must-see attractions like Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic Spring, and the majestic Grand Canyon of Yellowstone. Enjoy extended sightseeing with a scenic drive through Hayden Valley, making this perfect for nature lovers and photographers alike. With expert guides and comfortable transportation, this tour offers a complete overview of Yellowstone's geological marvels.

- See top sights including Old Faithful and Mammoth Hot Springs
- Extended tour duration of 10-12 hours for in-depth exploration
- Ideal for all travelers wanting to experience Yellowstone's best
- Group size limited to 13 for a personalized experience

What's Included

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

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    30 Yellowstone Avenue
    West Yellowstone, MT 59758, USA

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    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

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    Yellowstone National Park

    Your tour begins in West Yellowstone, the gateway that provides the most direct and efficient access to both halves of the Grand Loop, making it the perfect starting point for a full‑day circuit of all major attractions.
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    5 hours Admission Ticket Free

    Gibbon Falls

    Travelers will stop at the scenic overlook to admire this impressive 84‑foot waterfall along the Gibbon River, capturing photos of the surrounding canyon landscape.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Mammoth Hot Springs

    Guests will explore the boardwalks surrounding the famous travertine terraces, observing constantly shifting formations created by mineral‑rich hot springs.
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    Tower Fall (pass by)

    Visitors will view this dramatic 132‑foot waterfall set against volcanic rock pillars, a location well‑known for its stunning canyon scenery.
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    Artist Point

    Travelers will take in one of the most iconic vistas of the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone, with sweeping views of the canyon walls and the powerful Lower Falls.
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    1 hour Admission Ticket Free

    Hayden Valley (pass by)

    Guests will pass through one of Yellowstone’s premier wildlife‑viewing regions, scanning for bison herds, elk, birds of prey, and possibly bears or wolves depending on conditions.
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    Old Faithful

    Visitors will witness an eruption of Old Faithful—Yellowstone’s most predictable geyser—and walk among the Upper Geyser Basin’s many geysers and steaming features
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Upper Geyser Basin

    Visitors will witness an eruption of Old Faithful—Yellowstone’s most predictable geyser—and walk among the Upper Geyser Basin’s many geysers and steaming features.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Grand Prismatic Spring

    Guests will view the radiant colors of Grand Prismatic Spring, the largest hot spring in the U.S.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Midway Geyser Basin

    Explore the surrounding Midway Geyser Basin with its steaming pools and deep geothermal features.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Fountain Paint Pot

    Travelers will walk along an easy boardwalk trail to see a variety of geothermal features up close, including bubbling mud pots, steaming fumaroles, and colorful hot springs. This stop gives guests a chance to observe how different hydrothermal elements form and change with the seasons, making it one of the best places to experience Yellowstone’s diverse thermal activity.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Lower Geyser Basin

    Guests will explore one of Yellowstone’s largest geothermal areas, where they can view erupting geysers, steaming vents, and broad hot spring pools scattered across an open, scenic landscape. This area offers excellent opportunities for photography and provides a deeper understanding of the park’s volcanic forces and the dynamic nature of its geyser basins.
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    30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Yellowstone Grand Loop Tour: Upper and Lower Loop Highlights?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-5580478P4

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    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Yellowstone Grand Loop Tour: Upper and Lower Loop Highlights?
    A:
    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (MST).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Lunch. Boxed lunch (sandwich, drink, cookie, fruit).
    • Binoculars.
    • Parking Fees.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
    A:

    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
    A:

    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

    Apr 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
    A:

    Accessibility information for the Yellowstone Grand Loop Tour: Upper and Lower Loop Highlights is as follows:

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Yellowstone Grand Loop Tour: Upper and Lower Loop Highlights will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

    Mar 2024
    Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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    Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

    Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

    If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 13 travelers

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