Mythic West: Montana, Yellowstone & the Tetons 2018

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Crafted by Tauck and Ken Burns - New for 2018! Co-crafted with filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan, this new weeklong trip immerses with expert insights into the legends and lore of the "mythic West"... in Montana at historic sites and monuments including the Little Bighorn battlefield; the natural treasures of Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks an...

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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Lecture by a Cheyenne artist on Native American art; visits to Pompeys Pillar National Monument and Little Bighorn National Monument; in Yellowstone
    • a wildlife photography discussion
    • exploration of Hayden Valley
    • nature trail walk to Fountain Paint Pot
    • and visit to Old Faithful; visit to Mormon Row Historic District in Grand Teton National Park; tour and cowboy demonstration at Snake River Ranch; river rafting adventure on the Snake River; guided walking tour of Jackson; exclusive visit and cocktail reception at the National Museum of Wildlife Art

What's this trip about?

    Crafted by Tauck and Ken Burns - New for 2018! Co-crafted with filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan, this new weeklong trip immerses with expert insights into the legends and lore of the "mythic West"... in Montana at historic sites and monuments including the Little Bighorn battlefield; the natural treasures of Yellowstone and Grand Teton national parks and the majestic Teton; and ranch life and more in Jackson Hole, Wyoming.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityBillings, Montana
End CityJackson, Wyoming

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural

Destinations

  • North America
  • United States

Attractions

  • Billings
  • Yellowstone National Park

Activities

  • Culture

Trip includes

    • TAUCK EXCLUSIVE - Filmed vignettes by Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan sharing their personal insights and telling the stories of those who created the US National Parks TAUCK EXCLUSIVE - A lecture by an American Indian artist and an early opening visit to the Western Heritage Center in Billings TAUCK EXCLUSIVE - A private visit to a log home and studio in Cooke City for a presentation on wildlife photography TAUCK EXCLUSIVE - Private reception & tour at the National Museum of Wildlife Art Multi-night stays in Billings, Yellowstone and Jackson Hole A cowboy demonstration at a cattle ranch and a rafting trip on the Snake River Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted 16 meals, service charges, gratuities to local guides, admission fees, taxes and porterage

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Billings

Tour begins: 5:00 PM, Northern Hotel. Welcome to Billings, Montana, born in 1882 as a rail hub. A transfer is included from Billings Logan International Airport to the Northern Hotel, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and located in the heart of downt...

Day 2 Art, Pompeys Pillar & Little Bighorn

Landscapes speak in legends in the American West, telling tales of lives naturally lived and culturally rich, fabled fortunes won and lost, and battles brief but bloody. Start at the beginning today with a special visit to the Western Heritage Center, before the doors...

Day 3 Travel to Yellowstone National Park

Journey to Yellowstone National Park today, driving along scenic Chief Joseph Highway 296. Follow the route taken by Chief Joseph as he led the Nez Perce Indians out of Yellowstone National Park and into Montana in 1877 during their ill-fated attempt to flee the US Ca...

Day 4 Natural Wonders in Yellowstone

Today explore the world's first national park, home to ancient volcanic calderas, more than 300 geysers, over 290 waterfalls, North America's largest high-altitude lake, and 67 different mammals, including bears, bison and wolves. Head out with a naturalist for a guid...

Day 5 Old Faithful and on to the Tetons

Discover a hotbed of thermal activity today as you make tracks for the Fountain Paint Pot and a walk along its nature trail. View a range of geothermal features including geysers, hot springs, mud pots and fumaroles, before driving to the most famous hothead of all, O...

Day 6 A ranch, rafting & the Wild West

Experience an authentic taste of local life today when you spend the morning at a family-owned cattle ranch on the Snake River. During your visit you will have an opportunity to watch cowboys demonstrate their roping and riding skills as they share insights about work...

Day 7 A day as you please & The National Museum of Wildlife Art

Spend the morning enjoying the activities on offer in this beautiful part of the country. The hotel's concierge can arrange canoeing, kayaking, hiking, fly fishing, horseback riding and more; additional charges may apply. Should you wish to explore Jackson Hole on you...

Day 8 Journey home

Tour ends: Teton Village. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from the Four Seasons Resort and Residences Jackson Hole to Jackson Hole Airport. Allow a minimum of two hours for flight check-in.

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PORTOFCALL : Jackson, Wyoming

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Price From $4,690
Price per day$586
Last Updated: 8/16/2018

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