4-Day Yellowstone & Grand Teton Small-Group Tour — Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic & Jackson Lake
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
4 days
Fitness Level
Suitable for travelers with average fitness; expect several short hikes and long periods of sitting in the vehicle—cardio fitness helps at altitude.
Overview
Four days of dramatic peaks, steam and wildlife: this small-group tour links Grand Teton’s jagged skyline with Yellowstone’s geysers, canyons and lakes. Expect guided drives, short hikes, seasonal cruises and front‑row wildlife viewing—plus practical tips for timing, gear, and safety.
4-Day Yellowstone & Grand Teton Small-Group Tour — Old Faithful, Grand Prismatic & Jackson Lake
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The bus climbs out of sagebrush country before dawn, headlights slicing across a horizon where the Tetons stand like a serrated silhouette. On day two, you step down by Jenny Lake and feel the chill off glacial water—10,000-year-old runoff that still moves with a patience that seems to dare you to hurry. By midday the ground around Old Faithful hisses and blooms in colors you didn’t know hot water could make; minerals paint the boardwalks with rims of orange, blue and gold.
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Adventure Tips
Travel early for wildlife
Plan to be on the road or at lookout points at dawn and dusk—these windows concentrate elk, bison and bear activity and reduce time fighting crowds.
Layer for rapid temperature swings
Days can reach warm in valleys but nights and higher viewpoints stay cold—bring a warm midlayer and wind shell.
Respect thermal areas
Stay on boardwalks and signed paths around geysers and hot springs; park thermal features are dangerously hot and fragile.
Binoculars and camera ready
Binoculars are provided but carry your own for immediate spotting—stocking up on long lenses is useful for safe wildlife photos.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Bison
- Elk
History
The region’s turn-of-the-century preservation movement led to Yellowstone’s 1872 national-park designation; Grand Teton became a park in 1929 through combined private and federal efforts.
Conservation
Thermal features and wildlife require strict visitor behavior; stay on trails, pack out waste, and follow guide instructions to reduce human impact.
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Recommended Gear
Sturdy hiking shoes
Provides traction for boardwalks, short trails and variable terrain.
Insulated midlayer and wind shell
Keeps you comfortable during cool mornings, boat cruises and high-elevation viewpoints.
Daypack with 2L water
Hydration and storage for snacks, camera and layers during stops.
Binoculars (8–12x)
Improves distant wildlife viewing and birdwatching on cruises.
summer specific