Boutique Small Group Up to 13, Salt Lake City + Yellowstone + Denver 8-Day Tour

Day 1: Home → Salt Lake City

Today you will take a flight to Salt Lake City, the largest city in Utah. Our enthusiastic and professional tour guide will contact you in advance and wait for you at the airport to go to the hotel. (The pick-up time is 10AM-8PM. For flights arriving at other times, the tour guide will assist you to take the hotel shuttle to the hotel; the hotel check-in time is usually 3pm).

You can also choose the 24-hour paid airport pick-up service.

The paid pick-up information is as follows:

Paid pick-up hours: 10:00-18:00, price: $120/one way (limited to 4 people or less, the price includes driver service fee)

Other hours: 18:01-09:59, price: $150/one way (limited to 4 people or less, the price includes driver service fee).

• SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Airport / Courtyard Salt Lake City Airport

Day 2: Salt Lake City → Jackson → Grand Teton National Park → Yellowstone National Park → Old Faithful Snow Lodge

Antler Park

Grand Teton National Park

Yellowstone National Park

West Thumb

Early in the morning, we set out from Salt Lake City and arrived at Jackson, an authentic western cowboy town, which is also a world-famous holiday resort. Don’t miss the Antler Park on Jackson Square in the city center! We will then embark on an in-depth exploration journey to Grand Teton National Park. You will be amazed by the stunning natural scenery. The towering snow-capped mountains, turquoise lakes and abundant wildlife and plants showcase the most primitive and pure beauty of nature. You will get a close-up view of the magnificent Grand Teton glaciers and snow-capped mountains. The majesty and tranquility will be intoxicating. In the afternoon, we will experience the beauty of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem together, filled with natural beauty and spiritual shock! The mysterious and quiet forest, the romantic and charming Yellowstone Lake, and the misty river all make people marvel at the magic of nature.Overnight at wooden house in Yellowstone Scenic Area.

Itinerary:

Salt Lake City → Jackson → Jackson Town Square with Elk Antler Arches (60 mins) → Grand Teton National Park ( Mandatory, 80 mins, the most beautiful Jenny Lake Trail + Jackson Lake Dam Viewing Point) → Yellowstone National Park (Mandatory, 45 mins, go to West Thumb Geyser and other attractions, please refer to the actual arrangement) → Old Faithful Snow Lodge

Notes:

1. Yellowstone Park is a volcanic area, and the geothermal phenomena are surrounded by plank bridges. It takes an average of 30 minutes to walk to each attraction. Please wear comfortable shoes.

2. Yellowstone Park is located in the Rocky Mountains, about 7,000 feet above sea level. In the midsummer of July and August, the morning temperature can sometimes be as low as 4C, so please keep warm.

3. The East Gate of Yellowstone National Park is expected to open on 05/02/2026. Before that, the following attractions: Upper and Lower Falls, Artist Point, Hayden Canyon, Mud Volcano, Fishing Bridge, and West Thumb Geyser are not available for visit. Please understand.

4. The South Gate of Yellowstone National Park is expected to open on 05/10/2026. Therefore, West Thumb Geyser is still not available for visit from 05/02/2026 to 05/09/2026. Please understand.

*As the itinerary includes a visit to a national park on the day of the trip, to ensure your experience and considering factors such as travel time, road conditions, and visitor volume, the departure and return times on the day of the trip will be subject to the tour guide's actual arrangements.

Jackson Town Square with Elk Antler Arches

The park is not big, but there are giant arches made of deer antlers in the four directions of east, west, south and north. The antlers are all sharp, but they are not obtained by hunting. Every winter, a large number of elk come from the mountains to the "National Elk Refuge" in Jackson to spend the winter. In the spring, the antlers fall off naturally and are replaced. After the elk leave, countless treasures are left everywhere.

Grand Teton National Park

Grand Teton National Park was established on February 26, 1929. There are 300 kilometers of trails in Grand Teton National Park. There are many lakes in the park, including Jackson Lake and Jenny Lake. Most of the area of Grand Teton National Park is located in the Rocky Mountains, and the natural scenery is very magnificent. In addition, Grand Teton National Park also has extremely rich biological resources, including American bison, grizzly bears, black bears, moose, etc.

Yellowstone National Park

Located in the Rocky Mountains, known as the "backbone of America", it is located on the lava plateau between the Northern Rockies and the Central Rockies in the western United States. The geothermal wonders are its hallmark, a primitive landscape of the earth forged by water and fire. The natural landscape in the park is divided into five major areas, namely the Mammoth Area, the Roosevelt Area, the Canyon Area, the Geyser Area and the Lake Area, each with its own characteristics. It exceeds the limits of human art and is the most wonderful and spectacular scenery on the surface of the earth.

West Thumb Geyser Basin

The West Thumb Geyser Basin, located on the edge of Yellowstone Lake, was formed 150,000 years ago by the collapse of the earth's crust. The combination of hot springs and lake water has created a wonderful misty landscape: the misty area is the steam of hot springs, and the green waves are the water of Yellowstone Lake, which complements the blue sky and white clouds in the background, forming a landscape different from other hot spring areas in Yellowstone. This area is equivalent to the bay of Yellowstone Lake, where many geysers gather. The colors of the water outlets vary, some are transparent green, and some are dark black like cement. Many water outlets present a beautiful fantasy.

Only for check-in dates 06/15/2026 and 09/22/2026: Guests will stay at the Old Faithful Inn.For all other dates: Accommodation will be arranged at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge.

• Old Faithful Snow Lodge / Old faithful lnn

Day 3: Yellowstone National Park In-depth Tour

Yellowstone National Park

Old Faithful Geyser

Grand Prismatic Spring

Hayden Valley

Upper Yellowstone Falls

Artist Point

Mammoth Hot Spring

We will have a whole day to admire the peculiarity and beauty of Yellowstone. The gift of nature is fully displayed here. Located on the largest super active volcano crater, Yellowstone has more than 10,000 geothermal phenomena and more than 200 waterfalls. The unique ecological environment has nurtured the best giant wildlife habitat in North America. It has more than 60 species of mammals and more than 1,100 species of native plants. Here, you will experience driving a boat on Yellowstone Lake and sailing on the lake. You can easily shoot all kinds of enchanting blockbusters and feel the charm of Yellowstone Park again from the water perspective. The big hand of nature has shaped Yellowstone into the most colorful appearance. Watch the canyons surrounded by clouds and mist, the waterfalls of thousands of horses galloping, the colorful hot springs, the American buffalo and wild deer strolling leisurely on the grassland, and the water birds living by the water. Yellowstone is the home of wild animals, the famous paintings of painters, the beautiful sentences of poets, the eyes of lovers, and the heart of nature. There are always no words to describe the beauty of Yellowstone. We can only rely on our eyes and cameras to measure and remember the intoxicating beauty. Stay in a wooden house in the Yellowstone scenic area at night.

During the opening period of Yellowstone Lake self-driving boat, the itinerary is as follows:

Yellowstone National Park (Mandatory, 6 hours, visit Old Faithful Geyser, Geyser Trail, Grand Prismatic, Morning Glory Pool, Hayden Valley, Upper Falls, Artist Point Geyser Trail, Canyon Village, Mammoth Hot Springs and other attractions. The tour guide will make adjustments according to the actual situation of the day. Please refer to the actual arrangement) → Bridge Bay Marina Boat Driving Experience (Mandatory, 90 mins) → Old Faithful Snow Lodge

During the Yellowstone Lake self-driving boat closure period itinerary:

Yellowstone National Park (Mandatory, 6 hours, visit Old Faithful Geyser, Geyser Trail, Grand Prismatic, Morning Glory Pool, Hayden Valley, Upper Falls, Artist Point Geyser Trail, Canyon Village, Mammoth Hot Springs and other attractions., the tour guide will be adjusted according to the actual situation of the day, please refer to the actual arrangement) → Old Faithful Snow Lodge

Notes:

1. The East Gate of Yellowstone National Park is expected to open on 05/02/2026. Before that, the following attractions: Upper and Lower Falls, Artist Point, Hayden Canyon, Mud Volcano, Fishing Bridge, and West Thumb Geyser will not be accessible for sightseeing. Please understand.

2. The South Gate of Yellowstone National Park is expected to open on 05/10/2026. Therefore, West Thumb Geyser will not be accessible from 05/02/2026 to 05/09/2026. Please understand.

3. Due to weather conditions, Yellowstone Lake may still have ice floes in May. For safety reasons, the expected opening time for self-drive boats on Yellowstone Lake is from June to September each year. Please refer to the actual situation on the tour.

Yellowstone National Park

Located in the Rocky Mountains, known as the "backbone of America", it is located on the lava plateau between the Northern Rockies and the Central Rockies in the western United States. The geothermal wonders are its hallmark, a primitive landscape of the earth forged by water and fire. The natural landscape in the park is divided into five major areas, namely the Mammoth Area, the Roosevelt Area, the Canyon Area, the Geyser Area and the Lake Area, each with its own characteristics. It exceeds the limits of human art and is the most wonderful and spectacular scenery on the surface of the earth.

Old Faithful Geyser

Old Faithful geyser is named for its consistent and regular eruption. Currently, it erupts approximately every 60 to 110 minutes, and each eruption lasts four to five minutes. The water column is more than 40 meters high, which is spectacular and never stops. The Old Faithful Visitor Center will display the eruption schedule in advance, so you can check the eruption time in advance before visiting with confidence.

The Grand Prismatic Hot Spring

Also known as the Seven Color Pool, it is the largest hot spring in the United States and the third largest in the world. It is 75-91 meters wide and 49 meters deep, and it gushes out about 2,000 liters of 71-degree hot water every minute. The amazing thing about the Grand Prismatic Spring is that the color of the lake changes with the seasons. In spring, the lake changes from emerald green to golden orange-red, which is due to the algae and pigment-containing bacteria and other microorganisms living in the mineral-rich water. In midsummer, the chlorophyll content is relatively low, so the lake water appears brilliant orange, red or yellow. But in the cold winter, due to the lack of light, these microorganisms will produce more chlorophyll to suppress the color of carotenoids, so the water will appear deep dark green.

Bridge Bay Marina Boat Driving Experience

Enjoy a special Marina Boating driving experience. Take a ride on a self-driving boat and roam along the lake to enjoy the charm of Yellowstone Park from the water perspective.

Hayden Valley

Hayden Valley is located on the edge of the Yellowstone crater. It is an open grassland with relatively little geothermal activity. Because of the river passing through it, the grass and water are lush, so it is one of the areas with more wild animals in Yellowstone Park. The main animals are bison, elk, black bears, brown bears and coyotes. Wild ducks, pelicans and other birds can often be seen in the Yellowstone River. There are viewing points on the roadside, and many tourists often use binoculars to watch animals.

Upper Yellowstone Falls

The Upper Falls is located 400 meters upstream of the larger Yellowstone Falls. The waterfall falls vertically along the volcanic cliff with a drop of 33 meters. The originally uneven volcanic rocks below the waterfall have been eroded by the waterfall for hundreds of years and have become very smooth.

Artist Point

The scenery here is particularly spectacular. The canyon is more than 300 feet deep. The canyon walls are mainly yellow, mixed with black, red and pink, and clusters of green pine trees. These colors are mixed but not chaotic, looking like a peacock's tail, and also like the pointillism of a romantic painter who applied several layers of color in the same place.

Yellowstone Mammoth Hot Springs

There were originally several hot springs flowing down the hillside, and the hillside was dyed colorful by the microorganisms in the spring water, forming a colorful large staircase. However, due to a crustal movement in 2002, most of the hot springs here are no longer active. The microorganisms turned into grayish white powder after death, which remained on the dry large staircase, reflecting the dazzling sunlight, turning this place into a solemn and barren land. With the movement of the crust, a place that was once very active may suddenly become quiet; a place that was originally unknown may also become a sensation.

Only for check-in dates 06/16/2026 and 09/23/2026: Guests will stay at the Old Faithful Inn.For all other dates: Accommodation will be arranged at the Old Faithful Snow Lodge.

• Old Faithful Snow Lodge / Old faithful lnn

Day 4: Yellowstone National Park → Yellowstone Bear World → Salt Lake City

Yellowstone National Park

Palette Spring

Yellowstone Bear World

While you are still intoxicated by the surprises brought to you by yesterday's wonderful trip, we will continue to experience the beauty of the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem this morning! Surrounded by blue sky and forests, with rivers winding through, it is like a fairyland! While enjoying the beauty of the fairyland on earth, you can also experience the fun of light hiking in the national park! After fully experiencing the magnificent natural landscape, we will bid farewell to Yellowstone National Park. In the next trip, you can observe the native wildlife of various Greater Yellowstone ecosystems in the park up close in Yellowstone Bear World. This is also the only wildlife park in the United States where tourists can feed bear cubs with bottles. Then return to Salt Lake City.

Itinerary:

Yellowstone National Park (Mandatory, 75 mins, Stop at the Eye of the Earth, Geyser Basin, Palette, and more, the tour guide will make adjustments based on the actual situation of the day, please refer to the actual arrangement) → Yellowstone Bear World (Optional, 75 mins) → Salt Lake City

Yellowstone National Park

Located in the Rocky Mountains, known as the "backbone of America", it is located on the lava plateau between the Northern Rockies and the Central Rockies in the western United States. The geothermal wonders are its hallmark, a primitive landscape of the earth forged by water and fire. The natural landscape in the park is divided into five major areas, namely the Mammoth Area, the Roosevelt Area, the Canyon Area, the Geyser Area and the Lake Area, each with its own characteristics. It exceeds the limits of human art and is the most wonderful and spectacular scenery on the surface of the earth.

Yellowstone Park Palette Fountain Paint Pot

The Palette is a mud fountain. The mud and rocks contain minerals, which are melted by the acidic hot spring to form mud. Because the muddy water is very viscous, you can clearly see the slow formation and disappearance of bubbles. The mud around the fountain looks like dried oil paint, making the fountain itself look like a pot of water washed with oil paint, just like a painter's canvas, overflowing with colorful seasonings.

Yellowstone Bear World

Yellowstone Park Bear World is located in Rexburg, Idaho. It was built in 1998 and is the only wildlife sanctuary in Greater Yellowstone that can be driven through. The park offers rare animals for visitors to see, such as grizzly bears, black bears, gray wolves and other precious North American animals. It is said that there are nearly 100 grizzly bears. There are also shops, tour guides and performances such as feeding bears and other small animals.

• SpringHill Suites by Marriott Salt Lake City Airport / Courtyard Salt Lake City Airport

Day 5: Salt Lake City → Great Salt Lake → Bonneville Salt Flats → Salt Lake City

Utah State Capitol

Temple Square

Great Salt Lake

Bonneville Salt Flats

Bonneville Salt Flats International Speedway

In the morning, we will visit the Utah State Capitol. The palace-like government building is one of the few state governments in the United States that can be visited without security checks. The exterior of the entire building is made of granite, and the dome is painted with murals of early pioneers who came here to open up the wilderness, inadvertently revealing a bit of Mormon color. The entire building adopts a neoclassical style, magnificent, exquisite and gorgeous. It is a landmark of Utah and is known as the "Little White House". Then we will go to the famous Mormon holy place in the center of Salt Lake City-Temple Square. Salt Lake City is the base camp of Mormons around the world, and Temple Square is the largest Mormon temple in the world. Mormon sisters will lead us to visit the Salt Lake City Temple, Salt Lake City Tabernacle, Salt Lake City Assembly Hall, Seagull Monument and other famous buildings in depth. After that, we will go to the Great Salt Lake, which is the largest inland salt lake in North America and the largest saltwater lake in the Western Hemisphere. Although the Great Salt Lake is known as the "Dead Sea of America", this lake is a paradise for animals, providing habitats for millions of native birds, Artemia, wading birds, and waterfowl. Then we will head to the Bonneville Salt Flats, a popular travel destination on various social platforms, known as the American version of the "Mirror of the Sky". This is the remains of Lake Bonneville and the largest of the many salt marshes west of the Great Salt Lake. We will also take you to the famous off-road racing track: Bonneville Salt Flats International Raceway. Here you can take photos with the salt flats’ landmark road signs, and admire the salt flats track, which is famous for having set many land speed records.

Itinerary:

Salt Lake City → Utah State Capitol (40 mins) → Temple Square (40 mins) → Great Salt Lake (Mandatory, 30 mins) → Bonneville Salt Flats (30 mins) → Bonneville Salt Flats International Raceway&Salt Flats Sign (40 mins) → Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)

Tips:

Due to the need to protect the Bonneville Salt Flats, please do not enter the salt flats for fun. Thank you for your understanding.

Utah State Capitol

The Utah State Capitol is the house of government for the U.S. state of Utah. The building houses the chambers and offices of the Utah State Legislature, the offices of the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, the State Auditor and their staffs. The capital is the main building of the Utah State Capitol Complex, which is located on Capitol Hill, overlooking downtown Salt Lake City. The Neoclassical revival, Corinthian style building was designed by architect Richard K.A. Kletting and built between 1912 and 1916. The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1978.

Temple Square

Temple Square is a 10-acre (4.0 ha) complex, owned by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church), in the center of Salt Lake City. Contained within Temple Square are the Salt Lake Temple, Salt Lake Tabernacle, Salt Lake Assembly Hall, the Seagull Monument, and two visitors' centers. The square was designated a National Historic Landmark District in 1964, recognizing the Mormon achievement in the settlement of Utah.

Great Salt Lake

Great Salt Lake, lake in northern Utah, U.S., the largest inland body of salt water in the Western Hemisphere and one of the most saline inland bodies of water in the world. The lake is fed by the Bear, Weber, and Jordan rivers and has no outlet. The lake has fluctuated greatly in size, depending on the rates of evaporation and the flow of the rivers that feed it. Like the Dead Sea, the Great Salt Lake exists within an arid environment and has chemical characteristics like that of the oceans. However, it has a much greater salinity than the oceans, since natural evaporation exceeds the supply of water from the rivers feeding the lake.

Bonneville Salt Flats

The Bonneville Salt Flats are located in northwestern Utah, United States, west of the Great Salt Lake, covering an area of ​​260 square kilometers. It is also known as the American version of the "Sky Mirror". The salt flats were named after an American soldier. The Bonneville Salt Flats are the remains of a salt lake. The Bonneville Salt Flats International Race is held here every August.

Bonneville Salt Flats International Raceway

The Bonneville Salt Flats International Raceway is an area of ​​the Bonneville Salt Flats in Utah that is dedicated to auto racing. It is famous for setting multiple land speed records. The Bonneville Salt Flats Raceway is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The salt flats were first used for motorsport in 1912, but it wasn’t until the 1930s when Abu Jenkins and Sir Malcolm Campbell competed to set land speed records that they really became popular. By 2014, the event at Bonneville was canceled due to a reduction in available track surface and salt thickness.

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Day 6: “Canyon Spirit” Rockies to the Red Rocks Three-day Rail

Depart Salt Lake City in the morning onboard Canyon Spirit, where you’ll indulge in breakfast and lunch, as well as a selection of incl

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